Visits to regional parks hit all-time high Regional parks in the metro area got nearly 60 million visits in 2018, an increase of 2.6 percent over the previous year and the most visits of any year on record. June 14, 2019
Gov. Walz brokers budget deal that improves the lives of all Minnesotans Compromise includes funding for transit, regional parks, and water supply. May 30, 2019
Parcel by parcel: Expanding Above the Falls Regional Park The Council approved a land swap that will allow the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to go ahead with plans to expand Above the Falls Regional Park. February 19, 2019
Council approves update to 2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan The update focuses on stewardship of the Regional Parks System and maintaining or enhancing the system, one of the region’s most popular features. December 14, 2018
Council grants help park agencies purchase land On Sept. 12, the Metropolitan Council awarded close to $1.7 million to Washington County and the Three Rivers Park District to buy land for regional parks and trails. September 13, 2018
'More popular than the mall': Met Council count shows our love for parks remains strong New trail segments help boost regional park visits to 58.3 million in 2017. August 15, 2018
Council’s new Parks Ambassador hopes to ‘bring parks to the people’ After meeting with regional parks leaders and park implementing agency staff, she'll work with community members and park staff to gather input about what people want and need in our regional parks. August 14, 2018
Annual regional parks visits top 58 million in 2017 Improved methodology allows for more accurate count, shows more visits than previously thought July 18, 2018