The Council adopted several resolutions concerning the preliminary 2027 unified operating budget and 2026 property tax levies for general purposes, debt service, and housing funds. Key business included the authorization of comprehensive plan amendments for several cities, revisions to local and sewer-serviced forecasts, and the execution of a transit service contract. Significant non-consent business actions involved the awarding of project-based vouchers for housing, approval of a consulting services contract amendment, and the authorization of a construction contract for the METRO G Line Bus Rapid Transit project. The Council also received comprehensive updates regarding the Green Line Extension project and the Q2 progress report for the Safety and Security Action Plan. Additionally, information was shared regarding a ground-breaking event for a new incinerator facility to enhance regional system reliability.
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The council meeting addressed several operational and strategic items. Key topics included the adoption of joint powers agreements for state services, the approval of a comprehensive plan amendment for the City of Bayport, and the implementation of a new small business program. Contracts were awarded for infrastructure improvements, fleet ownership transfers, and electrical equipment maintenance. The council also authorized transportation service contracts, lease agreements for transit equipment, and updates to security amendments. Information sessions covered a legislative recap of the state session, an update on the Green Line Extension project status, and a performance update on the safety and security action plan.
Mar 23, 2026·Board meeting
Metropolitan Council Transportation Committee Meeting
The committee held a meeting where several operational and administrative topics were discussed. Key discussion topics included employee recognition for their work on the Blue Line light rail service and rider feedback initiatives. Updates were provided on the regional solicitation for the 2026 transportation projects and the upcoming workshop regarding community considerations. Metro Transit reported on service preparations for an upcoming event at the State Capitol and provided updates on the Gold Line anniversary and expansion project. Additionally, the committee authorized a joint powers agreement with the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and the Fusion Center for improved information sharing and intelligence, and reviewed the procurement contract for West Metro transit services.
Mar 19, 2026·Board meeting
Transportation Advisory Board Meeting
The Transportation Advisory Board meeting included an agency report from MnDOT regarding crash statistics, fatalities, and upcoming construction projects like the 394 Dartmouth Bridge construction. The MPCA discussed a new climate adaptation cost study for Minnesota and shared information on extreme heat and wildfire smoke preparation. The Metropolitan Airports Commission reported on snow removal operations, spring break travel expectations, new concessions at Terminal 2, and a grant for aircraft maintenance programs at Saint Cloud Technical College. The Metropolitan Council provided an update on Transit Employee Appreciation Day, the appointment of a new Chief of Police for Metro Transit, and the deployment of battery-electric buses. Finally, the Suburban Transit Association reported on ridership growth, customer satisfaction surveys, and legislative outreach efforts.
