Southwest LRT project creates job, business opportunities The largest public works project in Minnesota’s history is expected to generate 7,500 jobs and $350 million in payroll. May 30, 2019
College students help guide Council’s landscaping, water quality work A partnership between the University of St. Thomas and the Met Council is benefitting students and the natural environment. The work may, in some cases, result in long-term savings. May 29, 2019
Planning resilient communities to confront climate change Rising temperatures. More rain and extreme weather. Changes in wildlife, environment, foliage, and habitat. Longer allergy season. The signs of climate change are all around us. May 23, 2019
Jordan: Small in size, but ambitious A 3.3-square-mile rural center community of 6,200 with a good understanding of Mother Nature’s reign; with much of the city located in a floodplain, it is vulnerable to flooding. May 23, 2019
Belle Plaine: Healthy people, healthy city The city of Belle Plaine has big aspirations in its Destination Belle Plaine 2040 plan, with goals of stewardship, long-term economic prosperity, social equity, livability and sustainability. May 23, 2019
Public health guides Osseo resiliency planning Healthy generations: It’s a phrase that defines the City of Osseo’s vision for growth and development. May 23, 2019
Shoreview: Resilient, Responsive and Ready In its Destination Shoreview 2040 Plan, the city focuses on energy efficiency, water quality, water conservation, waste reduction and new infrastructure technology. May 23, 2019
White Bear Lake: Envisioning a resilient community The goal of the city's 2040 Comprehensive Plan is to “become more resilient in the face of an evolving climate.” May 23, 2019
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
Council offers stormwater management grants for redevelopment projects Shovel-ready projects will be eligible for grants of between $10,000 and $100,000. The Council has a total of $500,000 available. May 22, 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
Metro HRA achieves highest ranking This is Metro HRA’s 15th straight year earning the Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) ranking of High Performer. May 13, 2019
Metropolitan Council appoints advisory committee members with broad perspectives and experience The Metropolitan Council appointed members to eight of its advisory committees who will provide guidance and advice to the Council on its policies and plans. May 9, 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