Posted In: Planning Date: 11/30/2023 Imagining a resilient future for the metro region We've been listening to people from across the region as we collectively envision the future we want in 2050. Read more
Posted In: Planning Date: 7/26/2022 Met Council takes collective, visionary approach to create 2050 regional plan New comprehensive regional plan will establish the vision, values, key challenges, and policies for transportation, water services, parks, land use, and housing throughout the metro. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 6/22/2018 Aging and changing: U.S. Census and Metropolitan Council reach similar conclusions about population growth The Metropolitan Council estimates that metro area population grew more between 2010 and 2017 than the U.S. Census. But both agree the region is aging and becoming more diverse. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 3/28/2018 Metropolitan Council receives national planning achievement award American Planning Association recognizes 16 communities for best practices in planning and urban design. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Council News, Planning Date: 11/22/2017 Local communities join forces to prepare for climate change City and Council planners look ahead at vulnerabilities, prioritize responses, and prepare communities for the inevitable challenges ahead. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Council News, Housing, Parks, Planning, Transportation, Wastewater & Water Date: 6/9/2016 Council’s PlanIt series provides resources to local planners Local government planners and planning consultants are invited to take part in a variety of educational opportunities and resources. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 3/22/2016 Council ramps up technical support as communities prepare for climate impacts Dr. Mark Seeley of the University of Minnesota didn’t mince words when he presented a summary of his research on Minnesota climate change to the Metropolitan Council in early March. Read more
Posted In: Communities, Planning Date: 7/23/2014 Collaborative problem-solving, shared outcomes key to public engagement Community members and organizations, academics and local government officials have all shared their vision for the region for the next 30 years . Read more
Posted In: Communities, Housing, Planning, Transportation Date: 12/13/2013 Thrive MSP 2040: Millennials weigh in on regional planning with fun and wit Mixing young professionals, music, crayons, and improv theater troupe, and a Council policy wonk = a lively, engaged discussion about the future of the region. Read more