The need for affordable housing is great within our region. In January, we awarded $2.5 million in grants to create or preserve affordable housing for 424 households. Learn more: https://metrocouncil.org/News-Events/Housing/Newsletters/Met-Council-awards-$2-5-million-for-affordable-hou.aspx

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council TAC Funding and Programming Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Today is the last day to share your comments on the application process for granting transportation funds across the region. This is one way we prioritize investments in transportation infrastructure. Comment now: https://metropolitancouncil.formstack.com/forms/2026_regionalsolicitationcomment

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Equity Advisory Committee Blue Line Extension Project Decision Board Transportation Advisory Board Executive Committee Transportation Advisory Board Committee of the Whole Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Tomorrow! Join us for a virtual meeting for the application process for Regional Solicitation, Active Transportation Solicitation, and Highway Safety Improvement Program Solicitation: https://metrocouncil.org/News-Events/Transportation/Events/2026-Regional-Solicitation,-Active-Transportation.aspx

Meetings this week: Environment Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council Water Supply Technical Advisory Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Share your comments on the application process for granting transportation funds across the region. Learn more and comment before February 17: https://metrocouncil.org/News-Events/Transportation/Events/Public-comment-periods-open-for-draft-application.aspx

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee TAB Technical Advisory Committee Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Metro Mobility Alert 1/22-1/23: The NWS in the Twin Cities issued an extreme cold warning from 5 p.m. Jan. 22 through noon Jan. 23. Windchills as low as -45 degrees are expected throughout the Twin Cities region. Consider canceling non-essential trips. Weather info: https://www.weather.gov/mpx/

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Equity Advisory Committee Transportation Advisory Board Committee of the Whole Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council White Bear Lake Area Comprehensive Plan Work Group TAC Funding and Programming Committee Land Use Advisory Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Meetings this week: TAB Technical Advisory Committee Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Metro Mobility Alert 12/28-12/29: The National Weather Service in the Twin Cities issued a winter storm warning with heavy and blowing snow, and difficult travel. Consider canceling non-essential trips. Keep walkways clear of snow, ice for safety and access. More info: https://www.weather.gov/mpx/

Committee and Met Council meetings this week have been cancelled for the Christmas holiday. Met Council offices will be closed December 25.

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Audit Committee TAB Executive Committee TAB Management Committee Met Council TAC Funding and Programming Committee Green Line Extension DBE & Workforce Advisory Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Metro Mobility Alert 12/9-12/10: The National Weather Service in the Twin Cities issued a winter storm warning from noon 12/9 through 6 a.m. 12/10. Consider canceling non-essential trips. Keep walkways clear of snow and ice for safety and access. Weather info: https://www.weather.gov/mpx/ #mnwx

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee Water Supply TAC/Water Supply Advisory Committee Committee of the Whole TAC Planning Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Where should EV chargers go in the Twin Cities? Visit our online open house and take a short survey by Jan. 9, 2026. https://metcouncil.mn/evchargers

Last night at our Council meeting, we swore in Robin Hutcheson, our new Met Council Chair. Chair Hutcheson is a respected leader in transportation and infrastructure, previously serving in senior leadership in the US Department of Transportation. Welcome Chair Hutcheson!

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Blue Line Extension Project Decision TAB Technical Advisory Committee Green Line Extension Corridor Management Committee (🧵1/2) Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Metro Mobility Alert 11/25-11/26: The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning leading to potentially difficult travel. Consider canceling non-essential trips. Keep walkways clear of snow and ice for safety and access. Weather info: https://www.weather.gov/mpx/

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Tomorrow! Come join us!

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Audit Committee Transportation Advisory Board Special Committee of the Whole in Woodbury TAC Funding and Programming Committee Land Use Advisory Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Our most recent update to the Metro Water Resource Recovery plant is estimated to save around $400,000 annually on electricity costs.💡 Learn more: https://metrocouncil.org/News-Events/Wastewater-Water/Newsletters/Treatment-facility-upgrade-delivers-energy-savings.aspx

We're hosting another Committee of the Whole on the road, this time in Woodbury! Come out and speak with us as we talk about water policies and how they impact the whole region. metrocouncil.org/News-Events/...

Meetings this week: Management Committee Metropolitan Council TAC Planning Committee Blue Line Extension Corridor Management Committee Green Line Extension Executive Change Control Board Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee TAB Technical Advisory Committee Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee Committee of the Whole Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee Agendas: https://metrocouncil.org/Council-Meetings/UpcomingMeetings.aspx

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Equity Advisory Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee TAB Executive Committee Transportation Advisory Board Committee of the Whole TAC Funding and Programming Committee Green Line Extension DBE & Workforce Advisory Committee Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Metropolitan Council TAC Planning Committee Blue Line Extension Community Advisory Committee, Business Advisory Committee, Corridor Management Committee Green Line Extension Executive Change Control Board Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

We’re taking public comments on amending the region’s long-range Transportation Policy Plan, part of the Imagine 2050 regional guide, replacing the Aviation System Plan and related technical analysis. Find information on the public hearing, how to comment, and read more at metrocouncil.org/tpp

Meetings this week: TAB Technical Advisory Committee Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee Metropolitan Council Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Most light rail collisions involve a cyclist, pedestrian, or driver ignoring warning signals. Know the signs and stay safe. #SeeTracksThinkTrains

Tomorrow night! We hope to see you there.

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Equity Advisory Committee Blue Line Extension Project Decision Board Transportation Advisory Board Special Committee of the Whole Land Use Advisory Committee Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

We’re hosting a special session of our Committee of the Whole as part of our commitment to listen and learn from you as your communities start the comprehensive planning process that will set the stage for the future. Learn more: metrocouncil.org/News-Events/...

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Green Line Extension Corridor Management Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council TAC Planning Committee Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

This year, we provided at least 384,000 rides to and from the fairgrounds on our State Fair Express buses, the METRO A Line and routes 3 and 61. State Fair Express bus ridership was up 13% compared to last year.

Let's keep the conversation going! Join General Manager Lesley Kandaras and Chief Operating Officer Brian Funk tomorrow, Wednesday, Sept. 3, 6:30–8:30a at Lake St./Midtown Station for a Listening Session. Full schedule at www.metrotransit.org/listening-se...

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Transportation Accessibility Advisory Committee Committee of the Whole Metropolitan Parks and Open Space Commission Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Environment Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

Meetings this week: Community Development Committee Equity Advisory Committee TAB Executive Committee Transportation Advisory Board Committee of the Whole Green Line Extension DBE & Workforce Advisory Committee Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

The Federal Transit Administration has signed off on the environmental review for the METRO Blue Line Extension, marking a significant step forward for the project. Learn more: BlueLineExt.org  @metcouncilmn.bsky.social @hennepin.bsky.social

Meetings this week: Transportation Committee Management Committee Metropolitan Council Agendas: metrocouncil.org/Council-Meet...

We've set our 2026 wastewater treatment rates, with a 5.8% increase. Learn more about the changes, and what they cover, here: metrocouncil.org/News-Events/...

We're committed to bringing Minnesota's Tribal Nations and Native residents to the table in the work we do, especially the work to protect our water sources for future generations. Learn how we've added two new positions to help with this: metrocouncil.org/News-Events/...