Shortchange transit, shortchange growth Every world-class city has a world-class transit system, something peer regions like Seattle, Denver and even Dallas in deep-red Texas acknowledge as they invest more rapidly than the Twin Cities. Date: Friday, May 25, 2018 Article Source: Star Tribune
Minneapolis is growing at its fastest rate since 1950 Last week, Mayor Jacob Frey announced a goal to fund $50 million on housing projects in Minneapolis to address an affordable housing crisis in a city “growing faster that it has since 1950.” Date: Wednesday, May 23, 2018 Article Source: MinnPost
St. Paul led seven-county metro in population growth in 2017 Capital City beat Minneapolis for first time in a decade. Date: Monday, May 21, 2018 Article Source: Star Tribune
Metro area grows 8% between 2010-2017 Preliminary population estimates show Minneapolis and Saint Paul had the highest population gains. Date: Wednesday, May 16, 2018
Council moves another rapid bus line closer to reality Chair calls on State lawmakers to provide bonding money to make it and other rapid busway investments. Date: Thursday, May 10, 2018
Bike to School Day is May 9th Get registered for Bike to School day, and receive materials for your event from MNDOT. Date: Friday, May 4, 2018
Popular Bloomington-Richfield bus route in line for efficient makeover. More efficient and more frequent, that’s the goal of a proposal for a new transit line aimed at connecting Bloomington and Richfield residents with downtown Minneapolis, and vice versa. Date: Wednesday, April 25, 2018 Article Source: Sun Current Richfield
Neighborhood takes a novel approach to planning for its future This month’s local planning feature focuses on an innovative approach taken by a Saint Paul neighborhood to chart its future in a “small area plan.” Date: Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Sewer improvements in Mound and Minnetrista begin this spring Major infrastructure improvements are coming to Mound and Minnetrista, thanks to collaborative efforts with the Metropolitan Council, local government and CenterPoint Energy. Date: Monday, April 23, 2018
Metro dog parks provide social time for dogs and their human companions Since the first dog park opened in Elm Creek Park Reserve in 1983, dog parks have spread to nearly every corner of the region, and usage has grown every year. Date: Friday, April 20, 2018
Council announces $27 million in Livable Communities funds available in 2018 Metro communities can now apply for funding to help to clean up polluted land, ensure affordable housing, stimulate development around transit, and make efficient use of land and infrastructure. Date: Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Minnehaha Park Area Regional Sewer Improvements Project Public Information Meeting is April 24 Project staff from Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) will share information about the proposed improvements and answer questions. Date: Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Editorial: A clear case for these buses Business and transit leaders are making the case for arterial BRTs - featuring faster, more frequent service and some light rail-style amenities - at BetterBusesMSP.com, launched last week. Date: Sunday, April 15, 2018 Article Source: Pioneer Press
Metropolitan Council wins American Planning Association award for web-based handbook, tutorials The American Planning Association is recognizing the Metropolitan Council with an Achievement Award, one of 21 juried honors the APA plans to bestow on planning agencies across the country. Date: Tuesday, April 3, 2018 Article Source: Pioneer Press
Met Council works to take the sting out of a little-known new-business fee Part of the goal is to help businesses better estimate expenses and allow restaurants to create temporary expansions, such as seasonal patios and sidewalk seating, without undue burden. Date: Wednesday, March 28, 2018 Article Source: TwinCities.com Pioneer Press
Upcoming Council and Committee meetings The Council and its committees meet regularly most months. Find information on all upcoming Council and Committee meetings. Date: 1/1/2019 Time: 12:00 PM - Location: various locations and dates Read more
Webinar: Online Engagement Tools Learn how to get the most from online engagement tools with this free Livable Communities webinar featuring three community engagement experts. Date: 5/28/2020 Time: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Location: Webinar Read more
An Insider’s Guide on Applying for Local Brownfield Grants Learn how to fill out application forms for local public grant programs that assist with the cost of investigating and cleaning up contaminated sites. Date: 9/2/2020 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: Webinar Read more