The Growing Imperative for Age-Friendly Communities Many thought leaders believe that the communities that fare best in the 21st century will be those that tackle the challenges and embrace the positive possibilities that an aging population creates. July 25, 2016
What happens to suburbs if Southwest light rail isn't built? After significant development, leaders worry about the fate of their cities if line never comes. July 23, 2016
FTA issues Record of Decision for Southwest LRT The Record of Decision (ROD) provides the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) determination that the requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) have been satisfied. July 22, 2016
Bus and rail fares lowered to $1 in pilot project for low-income residents Metro Transit has been providing low-income residents with rides for just $1 under a six-month pilot study and concluded that the program deserves a larger demonstration project, to begin this fall. July 21, 2016
Americans will pay more to live near transit Fifty-five percent of Americans say they are willing to pay more for their mortgage or rent in order to get to work and recreational activities without having to use a car. July 19, 2016
Regional park and trail visits drop slightly in latest count The number of annual visits to regional parks and trails in the seven-county metro area in 2015 was 47.3 million, according to newly released estimates from the Metropolitan Council. July 19, 2016
The last five years: Population growth in the Twin Cities region since 2010 Latest MetroStat describes how the region's population has changed, where growth has occurred in the region, and how our population growth compares with other metro areas. July 19, 2016
Notice of Availability - METRO Blue Line Extension Final Environmental Impact Statement The Metropolitan Council (Council) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) issued a Final Environmental Impact Statement (Final EIS). July 15, 2016
METRO Blue Line Extension Final Environmental Impact Statement is available The Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) for the proposed METRO Blue Line Light Rail Transit (BLRT) Extension Project is now available for review and comment. July 15, 2016
Proud to be a Part of Northern Stacks Redevelopment Letter to the Editor from Council Chair Adam Duininck July 14, 2016
“Toolkit” to gauge progress toward more equitable park use The region's people of color visit regional parks far less than than their share of the population would suggest. The Council is working to broaden park use among a changing population. July 14, 2016
Council takes steps to ensure equity in regional parks The Metropolitan Council is taking steps to ensure that equity is considered when it invests funding into the regional park system. July 14, 2016
How the Twin Cities' transit expansion will improve access to jobs University of Minnesota researchers have mapped how disadvantaged neighborhoods stand to gain. July 13, 2016
Big disconnect between jobs and transit, says U of M study U of M study found a “serious disconnect” between unemployed workers and job vacancies in the metro area, and stresses the need for a public transportation system that’s reliable and convenient. July 12, 2016