Bus operator training efforts receive national recognition The American Public Transportation Association awarded Metro Transit with a Certificate of Merit at its Bus Safety & Security Awards. Reprint of Metro Transit's May 11 Rider's Almanac blog. May 11, 2018
Council moves another rapid bus line closer to reality Chair calls on State lawmakers to provide bonding money to make it and other rapid busway investments. May 10, 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
Commuter Choice Awards recognize promoters of sustainable transportation Reprinted from Metro Transit's Rider's Almanac blog. May 2, 2018
Popular Bloomington-Richfield bus route in line for efficient makeover. More efficient and more frequent, that’s the goal of a proposal for a new transit line aimed at connecting Bloomington and Richfield residents with downtown Minneapolis, and vice versa. April 25, 2018
Neighborhood takes a novel approach to planning for its future This month’s local planning feature focuses on an innovative approach taken by a Saint Paul neighborhood to chart its future in a “small area plan.” April 24, 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
Metro Transit's commitment to the environment goes beyond sustainable transportation Metro Transit is helping the state meet its clean air goals primarily by offering convenient alternatives to driving alone, providing more than 280,000 rides each weekday. April 20, 2018
Metro dog parks provide social time for dogs and their human companions Since the first dog park opened in Elm Creek Park Reserve in 1983, dog parks have spread to nearly every corner of the region, and usage has grown every year. April 20, 2018
Council announces $27 million in Livable Communities funds available in 2018 Metro communities can now apply for funding to help to clean up polluted land, ensure affordable housing, stimulate development around transit, and make efficient use of land and infrastructure. April 18, 2018
Message from the Council Chair: Bus Rapid Transit – a faster ride We’ve taken a lot of the ideas we use in light rail trains and applied them to BRT, for a better customer experience and a trip that can be up to 25% faster. April 17, 2018
Council Chair announces Gold Line project Corridor Management Committee Membership Local leaders, neighbors, and businesses will serve on this key advisory committees. April 17, 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
Editorial: A clear case for these buses Business and transit leaders are making the case for arterial BRTs — featuring faster, more frequent service and some light rail-style amenities. April 15, 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