SWLRT construction bids did not meet cost expectations and responsiveness requirements The Council also voted to direct project staff to look at ways to reduce costs and prepare to reissue the invitation for civil construction bids in October. September 21, 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
LRT BUILD program puts graduates on career track An article in Finance & Commerce highlights construction workforce development through the Metropolitan Council's LRT BUILD program. August 16, 2017
Southwest Light Rail Still On Track After Legislative Session Despite repeated threats to the Southwest Light Rail Line during the 2017 legislative session, the project remains on track. June 1, 2017
Sun Sailor: Southwest Light Rail is about moving people… and so much more TwinWest Chamber of Commerce has been a vocal supporter of the Southwest Light Rail Transit line for many years — from the beginning of the planning stages until today. April 26, 2017
Column: It's time to move forward on Southwest line Ask them their plan. The folks who write the editorials and sign the letters. Ask them, after they stop Southwest Light Rail Transit, how they propose to address Twin Cities transportation needs. April 25, 2017
Job seekers, high school graduates can get training to build LRT extensions To help people develop the skills for light rail construction jobs, the Council is working with organizations to offer free training for up to 80 people and10 soon-to-be high school graduates. April 17, 2017
Extending Tracks Issue 16: February 2017 Issue 16 of the Southwest LRT Project newsletter. February 15, 2017
Nearly $6.8 billion in new development reported along LRT lines Regional transit system sparks investment in local communities. January 31, 2017