Engineer recalls fragmented, polluting sewage system Dr. Russ Susag reflects on how collaboration created our award-winning wastewater treatment system that treats 250 million gallons of wastewater a day from 2.6 million residents. November 22, 2017
Transit investments spur development, serve employers and neighborhoods Development along the existing Green and Blue lines bears out the economic benefits of dedicated transitways. November 22, 2017
Local officials central to decision-making on transportation projects The Council relies on local elected officials and residents to review those local project proposals and make funding recommendations. This body is called the Transportation Advisory Board (TAB). November 22, 2017
Local communities join forces to prepare for climate change City and Council planners look ahead at vulnerabilities, prioritize responses, and prepare communities for the inevitable challenges ahead. November 22, 2017
Council grants support community planning The city of Carver, a historic Minnesota River town in Carver County, is looking to the future. November 22, 2017
Partnerships that connect families with housing they can afford Partnerships are key for the Council, through its Housing and Redevelopment Authority (Metro HRA), to provide thousands of metro-area households with federal rent assistance. November 22, 2017
Metro Mobility is a life saver for people with disabilities Many Metro Mobility riders travel to work, school and other essential activities. It’s just another way public transit contributes to the economic vitality of the region. November 22, 2017
Partnership with U of M promotes water savings Survey found lawn irrigation systems overwater, waste water and money, and lawns aren’t necessarily better for it. November 22, 2017