Twin Cities Employers Bumping Up against Employee-Housing Mismatch The Minneapolis/Saint Paul metropolitan area is a prime example of how strong employment growth is putting a strain on the housing supply available in many U.S. cities. July 31, 2017
Alene Tchourumoff sworn in as 15th Chair of Metropolitan Council Tchourumoff aims to make region economically competitive with cities worldwide. July 31, 2017
Council holds overall municipal wastewater charge increase to 3.7% Expanding and rehabilitating sewer interceptor pipes and other wastewater collection and treatment facilities is the biggest driver of the increase. July 28, 2017
Council awards $4 million in grants promoting jobs, economic development Two smaller grants help fund transit-oriented development projects. July 27, 2017
Council votes to increase regional transit fares, in face of upcoming fiscal cliff First fare adjustment in nearly a decade impacts all regional services. New rates to go into effect October 1, Council makes permanent discounted fare for low-income riders. July 27, 2017
Bus illustrates the "Future of Twin Cities Transit" Kevin Cannon’s illustrations — what he calls “cartoon cartography” — helped celebrate the openings of the METRO Green Line and the A Line. July 18, 2017
Final 2016 population estimates are now available. The estimates are the official population and household estimates for state government purposes, including how local government aid (LGA) and local street aid allocations are determined. July 18, 2017
MnDOT, Council seek community partners for engagement work in I-94 Corridor The goal is to to ensure that historically underrepresented community members help shape decisions on the future design, use and overall look of I-94. July 18, 2017
Chair Duininck to leave the Council: His steady approach will be missed The Council's first full-time chair praised for connecting to communities around the region, building relationships, and squarely facing controversial issues. July 17, 2017
Cottage Grove: Suburban edge where urban meets farmland and open space Bordering the Mississippi River in southern Washington County, Cottage Grove is a community where “city” meets “nature.” July 17, 2017
Council to deliberate fare increase on July 26 After receiving thousands of comments and completed surveys, the Metropolitan Council will formally consider raising regional transit fares in late July. July 17, 2017
New Met Council chair a good choice Alene Tchourumoff, the state rail director, was appointed head of the Metropolitan Council by Gov. Mark Dayton last week. July 3, 2017
Council seeks members to serve on Metro Mobility Task Force Council seeks members to serve on Metro Mobility Task Force. June 29, 2017
Council funds “U” research on lawn irrigation, drought resistance of grasses Council funds University of Minnesota study of lawn irrigation practices to help homeowners and communities save money and conserve water. June 26, 2017
Council receives low-interest PFA loan for 2017 wastewater projects The Metropolitan Council received a $40 million loan from the Minnesota Clean Water Revolving Fund to finance multiple wastewater treatment projects. June 21, 2017