Rain as a Resource: St. Paul Innovates Shared, Sustainable Stormwater Management New systems in St. Paul use rain as a resource instead of letting rainfall and stormwater enter into area lakes and the Mississippi River, along with all of the pollutants that water collects. December 6, 2016
New SAC Task Force to reexamine outdoor seating, ways to simplify SAC application process The Metropolitan Council has appointed a new 17-member task force to discuss and make recommendations on several issues related to the sewer availability charge, or SAC. December 1, 2016
Cities in Dakota County explore water conservation and stormwater reuse Many ideas grew out of Council studies of regional drinking water supply, water reuse and groundwater recharge in the southeast metro. September 21, 2016
Council approves wastewater rates for 2017 In 2017, the Metropolitan Council will increase charges to municipal customers for wastewater collection and treatment an average of 5.4%. August 3, 2016
Change critical in maintaining safe, ample water supply here Forty out of 50 state water managers, including Minnesota, expect at least some kind of regional water shortage in their state in the next 10 years. July 29, 2016
Council’s PlanIt series provides resources to local planners Local government planners and planning consultants are invited to take part in a variety of educational opportunities and resources. June 9, 2016
Council saves energy, helps the planet The Council's Environmental Services group's efficient operations are reducing reliance on fossil fuels, promoting alternative energy, and protecting the environment. April 20, 2016
Water action week Gov. Mark Dayton has declared April 17 - 22 as Water Action Week. It’s a great opportunity to continue the conversation about one of Minnesota’s most abundant – but precious – natural resources. April 19, 2016