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It is imperative that the Blue Line extension from downtown Minneapolis to Brooklyn Park be a benefit to the region’s largest community of color.

35 people — mostly women and people of color — graduated from the fourth cohort of the Building Strong Communities program.

The 111 municipalities served by the regional wastewater collection and treatment system pay the Met Council based on the volume of wastewater they send to our wastewater treatment plants.

37 cities and townships will offer rebates or grants to residents to purchase replacement water-efficient toilets, washing machines, dishwashers, irrigation controllers, and more.

Richard Grates has been appointed interim chief; the Met Council will launch a national search for the next chief.

The names of four finalists for the open position for District 3 Council member were forwarded to Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for consideration.

With an abundance of spring and summer activities in the regional parks, the time to plan is now.

Median household income increased by almost $8,000 in the 15-county Twin Cities metropolitan area, but income inequality was largely unchanged between 2011-2015 and 2016-2020.

We can’t make good plans that impact so many key sectors in our society and economy without talking to people from all walks of life. Between now and early 2025 we will be meeting with people in every part of the seven-county metro area.

Recommendation: extend the Blue Line from Target Field station along West Broadway Avenue in Minneapolis to County Road 81 in Crystal and Robbinsdale and along West Broadway Avenue in Brooklyn Park.

A notable share of the seven-county metro area’s permitted and planned development continues to be located within a 10-minute walk of transit corridors that offer high-frequency service.

Our 10 regional parks agency partners have a wide range of new and exciting adventures planned for people of all ages this spring and summer.

We're seeking feedback from those most impacted by and interested in our waterbodies, including water resources professionals, planners, engineers, elected officials, and engaged residents.

Out of the 176 million gallons of wastewater coming from nearly 2 million people in 66 communities every day, our scientists can capture and measure about 10 viral RNA molecules that can tell public health officials how COVID-19 is impacting our region.

The METRO Purple Line will provide bus rapid transit service to communities in the northeast metro. Apply by April 22.