Council NEWS & EVENTS

Tenant and landlord: Marjorie and Mike have a connection

Mike Pikovsky takes a lot of pride in the homes he owns as rental properties. Among his tenants are families who rely on federal rent assistance for a place to live and call home.

Metropolitan Council to acquire Rogers Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Council plans to operate the Rogers plant for about 10 years, then decommission the facility after a new Crow River Plant is built in western Hennepin County.

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.

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.

Governor Walz proposes $1.5 billion transit package

Includes an investment strategy to support the region’s bus system for generations to come, and includes addressing the structural budget issues created by the growth in demand for Metro Mobility.

Parcel by parcel: Expanding Above the Falls Regional Park

The Council approved a land swap that will allow the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to go ahead with plans to expand Above the Falls Regional Park.

Federal awards allocated to 57 transportation projects

Every two years, the Council allocates roughly $200 million to locally initiated projects that meet regional transportation needs. This process is called the Regional Solicitation.

Rethinking I-94: Engaging communities to improve the I-94 corridor

An effort to improve safety and reduce traffic congestion in a stretch of freeway in Minneapolis and Saint Paul is initiating and fortifying connections with the residents who live in the corridor.

Report: Region has likely lost more affordable housing than it produced since 2011

A new Met Council Research report says the seven-county area is losing ground when it comes to meeting the housing needs of working families.

Slawik sworn in as Metropolitan Council Chair

“I am very familiar with the good work of the Council and its importance to our region. That’s one of the reasons that I accepted this position – I believe in the mission and work of the Council.”

Chair tours Washington, Dakota, Anoka Counties

Regional tour highlights partnerships.

Council approves first grant aimed at preserving manufactured housing, boosting home ownership among people of color

Grant recipient represents 78% of affordable housing in City of Corcoran

Metro area cities can apply for funding to improve local sewers

Effort aimed at keeping region’s water supply clean and affordable.

New Met Council Chair begins 7-county tour

Alene Tchourumoff kicks off tour of Metro area to hear directly from regional leaders and partners on ways to continue to build and strengthen the region.

Alene Tchourumoff sworn in as 15th Chair of Metropolitan Council

Tchourumoff aims to make region economically competitive with cities worldwide.

Council awards $4 million in grants promoting jobs, economic development

Two smaller grants help fund transit-oriented development projects.
 

Final 2016 population estimates are now available.

The estimates are the official population and household estimates for state government purposes, including how local government aid (LGA) and local street aid allocations are determined.

Council receives low-interest PFA loan for 2017 wastewater projects

The Metropolitan Council received a $40 million loan from the Minnesota Clean Water Revolving Fund to finance multiple wastewater treatment projects.

New documentary on affordable housing in the Twin Cities region to air on TPT

A new documentary about the state of affordable housing in the Twin Cities region will air on Twin Cities Public Television starting Sunday, June 11.

Income inequality continues to plague Twin Cities

Great Recession hit lower income earners hardest

Upcoming Council and Committee meetings

The Council and its committees meet regularly most months.  Find information on all upcoming Council and Committee meetings.   

Water Efficiency Grant Program Informational Meeting

Staff will provide an overview of the grant program and be available to answer applicant questions.

Comment on proposed Public Housing Agency Plan Housing Choice Voucher Program

The Metropolitan Council’s Community Development Committee is receiving public comment on the proposed 2020-2024 Public Housing Agency (PHA) Five Year Plan and 2020 Annual Plan.

Local grants for cleaning contamination and building a better community

Learn about local public grant programs that assist with the cost of cleaning up and redeveloping contaminated sites and tour a former brownfield site.

Comment on Draft Transportation Unified Planning Work Program

The program outlines and documents the proposed transportation-related planning activities in the Twin Cities Metropolitan Area for the upcoming year. Submit your comments by Sept. 9.

Twin Cities Employers Bumping Up against Employee-Housing Mismatch

Urban Land

The Minneapolis/Saint Paul metropolitan area is a prime example of how strong employment growth is putting a strain on the housing supply available in many U.S. cities. 

New Met Council chair a good choice

Star Tribune

Alene Tchourumoff, the state rail director, was appointed head of the Metropolitan Council by Gov. Mark Dayton last week.

Counterpoint: In the Twin Cities area, transit is needed, wanted — and it works

Star Tribune

Here's the evidence — and here's why Kansas City and Indianapolis are poor examples for the Center of the American Experiment to cite in defense of highways. 

Southwest Light Rail Still On Track After Legislative Session

KSTP.,com

Despite repeated threats to the Southwest Light Rail Line during the 2017 legislative session, the project remains on track.

After 41 years, Metro Transit driver retires

KARE11 TV

Sixty-two-year-old Renee Stafford had her normal passengers as well as family and friends on her final day as a bus driver.

Rosenblum: Grocery store on wheels delivers to Twin Cities 'food deserts'

Star Tribune

Twin Cities Mobile Market, a retrofitted Metro Transit bus loaded with food, expanded in May.

As the Met Council turns 50, the regional government agency faces challenges

Star Tribune

The region has grown dramatically since 1967, and its unique government has evolved along with it. 

Carver County Putting Rainwater to Good Use

KSTP.com

A simple concept is saving one county thousands of dollars. Officials in Carver County are taking the rain from storms and putting it back into different communities for good use.

Money Savers: Trimming your water bill

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Officials in Carver County are taking the rain from storms and putting it back into different communities for good use.

Proposed overhaul of Met Council would go to far

Star Tribune Editorial

The future health of the region should guide Legislature, Dayton.