Survey yields robust data to forecast travel, understand transit users Survey results provide transit planners and policy makers with information to better understand who riders are, how and why they are using transit. September 11, 2017
Chair recommends rejecting construction bids for SWLRT, reopening bidding process The 4 submitted construction bids did not meet cost expectations and responsiveness requirements. September 11, 2017
Corcoran mobile home park gets $235K matching grant Maple Hill Estates mobile home park in Corcoran has landed a first-of-its-kind $234,832 matching grant from the Metropolitan Council. September 7, 2017
Chair tours Washington, Dakota, Anoka Counties Regional tour highlights partnerships. August 29, 2017
Council approves first grant aimed at preserving manufactured housing, boosting home ownership among people of color Grant recipient represents 78% of affordable housing in City of Corcoran August 24, 2017
Metro area cities can apply for funding to improve local sewers Effort aimed at keeping region’s water supply clean and affordable. August 24, 2017
New Met Council chair sits down with Anoka County Board, which has fought for more control The meeting, which included several Met Council members and staff, was cordial. Board Chair Rhonda Sivarajah told Tchourumoff that its push to restructure the council wasn’t aimed at current members. August 23, 2017
LRT Build program puts graduates on career track The Met Council has partnered with several organizations to create the 10-week apprenticeship program August 16, 2017