Council approves policies for wastewater reuse Treating and reusing wastewater for industrial, irrigation, and other uses may benefit the regional wastewater system and sustain the seven-county region’s water resources for future generations. May 14, 2018
Why you’re not likely to read news reports of a Minnesota poop train stranded in Alabama If you thought burning biosolids was something only high school kids do on doorsteps, think again. By far, by mass, the most common method of processing human feces in Minnesota is by fire. May 7, 2018
Sewer improvements in Mound and Minnetrista begin this spring Major infrastructure improvements are coming to Mound and Minnetrista, thanks to collaborative efforts with the Metropolitan Council, local government and CenterPoint Energy. April 23, 2018
Minnehaha Park Area Regional Sewer Improvements Project Public Information Meeting is April 24 Project staff from Metropolitan Council Environmental Services (MCES) will share information about the proposed improvements and answer questions. April 17, 2018
Met Council works to take the sting out of a little-known new-business fee Part of the goal is to help businesses better estimate expenses and allow restaurants to create temporary expansions, such as seasonal patios and sidewalk seating, without undue burden. March 28, 2018
Council eases SAC burden for business Task force of city and business representatives recommended the changes, which go into effect July 1, 2018. March 22, 2018
State wants Met Council to help clean up Pig's Eye Lake in St. Paul The cleanup push comes amid separate efforts to restore habitats and attract park visitors to a remote corner of St. Paul. March 17, 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. March 15, 2018