Council receives loan to finance wastewater capital projects A $50 million loan from the Minnesota Clean Water Revolving Fund will finance capital improvement projects at wastewater treatment plants and in the interceptor sewer system during 2022-2023. February 22, 2022
Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park: Picturesque setting and family favorite features Cedar Lake Farm Regional Park buzzes with family-oriented activities like swimming, picnicking, fishing, children’s camps, and special programs. February 22, 2022
Message from the Council Chair: Chair Zelle talks about the METRO Green Line Extension February 17, 2022
New tool helps cities preserve and enhance tree canopy Serving our communities better requires a targeted, intersectional, and equitable approach to tree canopy management. February 9, 2022
Grants support affordable housing and transit-oriented development Nearly $14 million will contribute to development that improves connections between where people live, work, shop, and recreate. The grants are part of the Met Council’s Livable Communities program. January 26, 2022
Met Council approves use of contingency funds and next steps to advance METRO Green Line Extension Agreement and Met Council action establish foundation for projected opening day and total budget. January 26, 2022
Water efficiency grants available for municipalities Grants up to $50,000 can help reduce costs for residents, commercial properties, and government facilities that purchase and install replacement water-efficient products. January 25, 2022
Despite pandemic, Metro Mobility works to enhance service Online booking and new vehicle tracking capabilities improve customer experience. January 21, 2022
Brownfield cleanup grants continue to produce results Nearly $3.2 million in grants will result in jobs, redevelopment, and more housing in the region, including housing affordable to families with low and moderate incomes. January 12, 2022
COVID-19 relief funds to help cities and counties with transportation needs The federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act allocated the funding to the Met Council to address transportation problems caused by the pandemic. December 28, 2021
Message from the Council Chair: Pandemic and progress: A look at 2021 Even in the face of big challenges, people are figuring out how to band together to create community and help each other out. December 21, 2021
METRO Blue Line Extension seeking members for Anti-Displacement Workgroup Members will help guide anti-displacement strategies and policy development by providing personal insight, local expertise and direct connections to communities impacted by the project. December 20, 2021
On the lookout for the Omicron variant Research scientists at the Metropolitan Wastewater Treatment Plant continue to monitor levels of the SARS-CoV-2 virus entering the plant, now including the newest variant, Omicron, in their study. December 20, 2021
Finalists announced for open Met Council District 6 seat The names of three finalists for the open position for District 6 Council member were forwarded to Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan for consideration. December 17, 2021
That’s a wrap: Solar-for-Vouchers pilot program concludes Planners are now considering the next steps toward advancing the dual goals of more affordable housing and less reliance on traditional energy sources. December 14, 2021