Southwest light-rail freight agreements approved by Hennepin County, Met Council Pacts with freight lines allow officials to pursue $929 million federal grant. Date: Wednesday, March 21, 2018 Article Source: Star Tribune
Local governments to compete for transportation funds in 2018 Regional Solicitation About $200 million in federal funds will go to local highway, bridge, transit, bicycle and pedestrian projects. The federal funds will leverage additional local matching funds. Date: Tuesday, March 20, 2018
C Line groundbreaking sets stage for opportunity Representatives from the Metropolitan Council, Metro Transit, Hennepin County, Minneapolis, and Brooklyn Center gathered to break ground on the region's second rapid bus line, the C Line. Date: Tuesday, March 20, 2018
'It's a big deal': C Line to bring bus rapid transit to popular north Minneapolis route Eleven different routes have been identified as good candidates for arterial bus rapid transit — rubber-tire vehicles and enhanced stations with features that make light rail so popular with riders. Date: Monday, March 19, 2018 Article Source: MinnPost
Maplewood’s sustainability efforts strengthen city’s livability Maplewood boasts a host of natural amenities, connections to major transportation corridors, strong commercial and business hubs, and residents who are active in the community’s public life. Date: Friday, March 16, 2018
Council grants help growing communities use water more efficiently Property owners across the region are saving an estimated 52 million gallons of water annually, thanks to the Council's Water Efficiency Grant Program. Date: Thursday, March 15, 2018
Maplewood’s Keller Regional Park to get $709,000 facelift Ramsey County Parks and Recreation received a grant of $709,000 in state and Metropolitan Council bond funds to make improvements to Keller Regional Park in Maplewood through the year 2020. Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Article Source: Pioneer Press
Eagan wastewater plant in line for $19 million in upgrades Metropolitan Council project will replace old components and reduce emissions. Date: Tuesday, February 27, 2018 Article Source: Star Tribune
Proposed funds will support transit and environmental initiatives The funds are part of Dayton’s overall 2018 $1.5 billion bonding proposal. Date: Thursday, February 22, 2018
Women leaders at the Council: Joan Campbell Longtime Council member was a nurse and single mother, appointed to the Council in 1973. A key strength was her focus on long-range planning. Date: Thursday, February 22, 2018
More rapid-bus lines planned for Twin Cities 10 more rapid-bus lines will be built along the metro's busiest transit corridors. Advocates say rapid-bus service offers passengers a light-rail-like experience but is cheaper to build, maintain. Date: Monday, February 19, 2018 Article Source: Star Tribune
Met Council: Light Rail-Adjacent Development Up $1.6 Billion Last Year The Metropolitan Council says developers have added $8.4 billion in investment along current and potential metro light rail corridors since the transit-ways were added to the Twin Cities landscape. Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2018 Article Source: KSTP.com
Met Council: Light Rail-Adjacent Development Up $1.6 Billion Last Year The Metropolitan Council says developers have added $8.4 billion in investment along current and potential metro light rail corridors since the transit-ways were added to the Twin Cities landscape. Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2018 Article Source: KSTP.com
Investment grows to more than $8 billion along existing, future LRT lines Developers are increasingly choosing to invest along light rail transit (LRT), as witnessed by the $8.4 billion in reported new investments along existing and future LRT lines. Date: Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Met Council awards $5.2 million for affordable housing The Metropolitan Council announced $5.2 million in grants Monday to increase the Twin Cities’ supply of affordable housing. Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2018 Article Source: Pioneer Press
Upcoming Council and Committee meetings The Council and its committees meet regularly most months. Find information on all upcoming Council and Committee meetings. Date: 1/1/2019 Time: 12:00 PM - Location: various locations and dates Read more
Public hearing for the draft amendment to 2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan All interested people are encouraged to attend an online public hearing and offer comments. Date: 10/19/2020 Time: 4:00 PM - Location: Online Read more
End of public comment period for the draft amendment to 2040 Regional Parks Policy Plan Staff will review public comments and evaluate changes to the proposed policies to address the comments submitted by the public. Date: 10/30/2020 Time: 5:00 PM - Location: Read more