Council NEWS & EVENTS

Metropolitan Council receives national planning achievement award

American Planning Association recognizes 16 communities for best practices in planning and urban design.

Council eases SAC burden for business

Task force of city and business representatives recommended the changes, which go into effect July 1, 2018.

Local governments to compete for transportation funds in 2018 Regional Solicitation

About $200 million in federal funds will go to local highway, bridge, transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects. The federal funds will leverage additional local matching funds.

Maplewood’s sustainability efforts strengthen city’s livability

Maplewood boasts a host of natural amenities, connections to major transportation corridors, strong commercial and business hubs, and residents who are active in the community’s public life.

Council grants help growing communities use water more efficiently

Property owners across the region are saving an estimated 52 million gallons of water annually, thanks to the Council's Water Efficiency Grant Program.

Proposed funds will support transit and environmental initiatives

The funds are part of Dayton’s overall 2018 $1.5 billion bonding proposal.

Women leaders at the Council: Joan Campbell

Longtime Council member was a nurse and single mother,  appointed to the Council in 1973. A key strength was her focus on long-range planning.

Council proposes additional policies for wastewater reuse

The Metropolitan Council is considering new policies related to wastewater reuse, as an outgrowth of a community-based customer task force.

First female Council member was not afraid to speak truth to power

Looking at a photograph of the first group of Metropolitan Council members—appointed by Governor Harold LeVander in 1967—it’s impossible to miss the sole woman in the group.

Council awards more than $5 million to local communities to expand affordable housing.

Livable Communities grants support job growth and economic opportunity, as well as leverage millions in private investment.

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

Public meeting for process to appoint Council members, Feb. 13

Meeting will include testimony from the candidates for four Council districts: 5, 6, 7 and 8. Will be streamed on the Council’s Twitter feed, @MetCouncilNews.

Public meeting for process to appoint Council members, Feb. 12

Meeting will include testimony from the candidates for four Council districts: 3,4,15 and 16. Will be streamed on the Council’s Twitter feed, @MetCouncilNews.

Local Brownfield Funding Resources Webinar, Feb. 6

Learn more about local public financing programs that assist with the cost of cleaning up and redeveloping contaminated sites.

Public meeting for process to appoint Council members, Jan. 30

Meeting will include testimony from the candidates for four Council districts: 11, 12, 13 and 14. Will be streamed on the Council’s Twitter feed, @MetCouncilNews.

Public meeting for process to appoint Council members, Jan. 29

Meeting will include testimony from the candidates for four Council districts: 1, 2, 9 and 10. Will be streamed on the Council’s Twitter feed, @MetCouncilNews.

Public comments period open for an amendment to the 2040 Transportation Policy Plan

Public comments will be accepted through Jan. 21, 2019 on an amendment to add the Riverview Modern Streetcar transitway project to the Current Revenue Scenario.

Upcoming Council and Committee meetings

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

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.