Council approves grants for innovative stormwater reuse The projects in Waconia and at the Minnesota Zoo are the latest examples of the Council’s longstanding commitment to find solutions to reduce stormwater runoff and improve surface water quality. July 14, 2015
ADA has positive impacts on Council services and customers The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is 25 years old. From transit to housing to access to democracy, the ADA has had a huge and positive impact on the Metropolitan Council and our customers. July 14, 2015
Council adopts forecasts for local comprehensive plan updates The Council releases forecasts for population, households and employment in cities and townships in the metro area, as it gears up for the next round of local comprehensive plan updates. July 8, 2015
Council OKs revised Southwest LRT with Southwest Station as westernmost stop Southwest Station will become the Southwest LRT’s westernmost stop, eliminating Mitchell Road Station. Town Center Station will be deferred as part of $250 million in cost reductions. July 8, 2015
SWLRT Advisory Committee recommends ending at SouthWest Station The Corridor Management Committee’s recommendation to the Metropolitan Council preserves a majority of project elements and a projected average weekday ridership of 34,000 in 2040. July 1, 2015
SouthWest or Town Center would be the westernmost LRT station Representatives of project funders, the county and cities along the planned SouthWest LRT line are trying to decide whether to make Town Center or Southwest in Eden Prairie the westernmost station. June 26, 2015
Poverty is spreading and becoming more concentrated As poverty spreads, it is becoming increasingly concentrated. In some areas, 40% or more of residents' incomes are below 185% of the federal poverty threshold. June 23, 2015
Connections ground businesses, arts on METRO Green Line corridor The year-old 11-mile light rail line provides an essential connection for riders to discover and explore communities, businesses, and arts and cultural amenities along the corridor. June 16, 2015
Strong ridership and economic development mark Green Line anniversary The one year mark of the METRO Green Line’s light rail service has seen ridership far exceeding projections and seeds of economic development begin to blossom. June 15, 2015
Metro Council leading collaboration to spur community solar development Local governments in the metro area soon will have the opportunity to subscribe to solar energy generated at one or more proposed community solar gardens through an innovative collaboration. June 11, 2015
People, places, and connections: Green Line residents are enthusiastic about light rail The METRO Green Line has proven to be magnet for housing development. And the people who are living along the line are enjoying the access and connections it provides. June 10, 2015
METRO Green Line has been magnet for housing development From artist lofts to affordable housing to luxury apartments, new housing development has contributed significantly to the estimated $2.8 billion in development along the METRO Green Line since 2009. June 10, 2015
Project partners focus talks on making Town Center in Eden Prairie westernmost SWLRT station Representatives of the communities who will be served by Southwest Light Rail Transit are narrowing the list of cost-cutting options to bring the project back in line with its budget. June 9, 2015
Construction begins June 9 on solar energy facility at Blue Lake Plant in Shakopee Once up and running, thousands of solar panels will help power the plant. June 4, 2015
Southwest LRT Supplemental Draft EIS Available for Public Review and Comment (Updated 6-3-2015) The Southwest Light Rail Transit (LRT) (METRO Green Line Extension) Supplemental Draft Environmental Impact Statement is available for review and comment. June 3, 2015