Getting there faster – estimated travel times on the Blue Line Extension Light rail will provide fast and convenient transit in this corridor. In some cases, travel times can even be comparable to driving in your own car. June 4, 2024
Blue Line Extension coordinated anti-displacement plan taking shape Ensuring the METRO Blue Line Extension serves and benefits people and businesses in the corridor today and for decades to come is a top priority for project partners and staff. May 2, 2024
Blue Line Extension receives $700,000 for station area planning in Minneapolis The Federal Transit Administration has awarded $700,000 to the Metropolitan Council for station area planning for the Blue Line Extension in Minneapolis. May 2, 2024
Common questions: What is municipal consent? In summer 2024, cities along the METRO Blue Line Extension route will start the process known as "municipal consent." April 3, 2024
Common questions: How has community input changed the project? Community voices have played a crucial role in shaping the Blue Line Extension project to date and will continue to drive decisions as the project advances. March 13, 2024
Early ridership and cost data signals Blue Line Extension competitive for federal funding The extension is expected to bring total daily ridership on the METRO Blue Line to more than 30,000 by adding 11,500 to 13,000 daily rides. February 28, 2024
Common questions: What’s in a 30% design? Project staff are in the process of completing 30% design plans for the METRO Blue Line Extension project for community and city partner review this spring. February 12, 2024
Blue Line Extension 2023 year in review Thank you to everyone who engaged with us on this project in 2023! Your input is critical, and many important milestones were reached this past year with community voices at the forefront. January 23, 2024
Common questions: Why was LRT chosen for this corridor? Many residents have asked why light rail was chosen for this line instead of bus rapid transit or another mode. It’s an important question with many considerations. December 15, 2023
Agreement with Hennepin County will fund Blue Line Extension project through 2024 and establish new governance structure Met Council members and the Hennepin County Board of Commissioners approved a grant agreement that will provide $75.3 million in county funds for the METRO Blue Line Extension light rail project. September 14, 2023