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New regional parks map now available

The map shows the area’s 49 regional parks and park reserves, 29 regional trails and six special recreational areas, and describes the features of each park. More about the map.

Council updates Regional Framework benchmarks

The Twin Cities continues to make progress toward achieving the goals of the 2030 Regional Development Framework, which is designed to help guide regional growth. See the latest benchmarks.

Council approves fare increase

The Council approved a fare increase to go into effect in October. The increase will help remedy a shortfall due to fuel prices and less-than-expected revenues from vehicle sales. More details on the fare increase.

Applicants sought for Council advisory committees

The Council is seeking applicants for the regional parks and open space commission, as well as the TAAC committee that advises the Council on management policies for special transportation services in the region.

image of a google transit map; link to news releaseMetro Transit partners with Google to extend trip planning service

The "Google Transit" trip planner will supplement Metro Transit's on-line trip planning, and be especially useful for visitors to the Twin Cities who may already be using Google. More about the Google partnership.

Study explores transit options for Bottineau Corridor

Hennepin County is conducting a detailed analysis to determine if investing in light-rail transit (LRT) or bus rapid transit (BRT) is feasible in the NW metro's Bottineau Corridor. More about the study.


Treatment plants win environmental awards

All eight of the regional wastewater plants have won national awards for strict compliance with environmental standards in 2007. More about the awards.

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