From students to advocates: St. Louis Park students lead the way Local officials will be the first to tell you where the Climate Action Plan, which was adopted in 2018, got its start – with students. May 23, 2019
Solar saves money in Woodbury Woodbury takes seriously its responsibility of demonstrating best practices, using renewable energy sources to provide the equivalent of 100 percent of the energy needs at city facilities. May 23, 2019
Metro area growth continues, housing challenges remain Preliminary population estimates show Minneapolis and Saint Paul continue to lead growth in number of new residents. May 20, 2019
Support services play critical role in allowing people who have disabilities to live independently Council Chair calls for state lawmakers to pass transportation bill with real solution for Metro Mobility. May 7, 2019
Council designated “SolSmart” for solar leadership Silver designation highlights achievements in expanding solar across the region by offering resources and technical assistance on solar planning, and market development and finance. March 5, 2019
Council makes $21.4 million available in 2019 for local investment and regional opportunity The funds promote livability, a mix of housing choices and affordability, jobs and local economic development. February 20, 2019
Council awards grants supporting jobs, housing and economic development A majority of these grants will help clean up contaminated sites for future development; one grant was awarded for contamination investigation. January 9, 2019
Council grants help cities plan for development around future transit lines Nearly half a million dollars in grants will help local communities plan for development around future transit lines and for other predevelopment activities. December 12, 2018