Local leaders plan for healthy, resilient communities Staff partnered with the Minnesota Department of Health and the Public Health Law Center to analyze what plans reveal about considerations and steps communities are taking to address public health. June 24, 2021
Predevelopment grants lay the groundwork for urban developments Predevelopment grants are intended for planning, analysis, design, and engagement activities to support successful development projects. June 23, 2021
Met Council recognized for climate work The Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy announced that the Met Council has earned two of nine “badges” for the climate work we’ve done so far. May 23, 2021
New regional dataset has equity focus Broad topic areas include demographics, migration, historic discrimination, housing, environment and climate, amenities, and many more. May 20, 2021
What local comprehensive plans tell us about future growth and development A look at 2040 local comprehensive plans submitted to the Met Council shows how local governments are planning for shifts in market demand and growth, as well as issues like climate change. April 9, 2021
Met Council makes $25 million available for Livable Communities grants 2021 grants will be available to eligible and participating cities to help fund affordable housing, development that promotes mixed-use and connected land uses, and brownfield site cleanup. February 24, 2021
Council grants help create jobs, housing, and economic development The Metropolitan Council awarded $3 million in polluted-site cleanup grants that promote redevelopment and economic opportunity in the region. January 13, 2021
Council awards grants for affordable housing The Metropolitan Council awarded $5.5 million in grants for affordable housing, the largest award from the affordable housing fund in the 25-year history of the Livable Communities program. January 13, 2021