Northstar rail line begins passenger service
More than 1,200 customers boarded trains Nov. 16 for the first morning of passenger service on the 40-mile new commuter rail line, which provides a fast, safe, hassle-free trip from Big Lake to downtown Minneapolis. Details about the Northstar opening.
Contracting barriers presentation is Nov. 19
Results of a study of barriers to contracting with minority- and women-owned businesses and targeted group business enterprises will be presented Nov. 19 in St. Paul. The study was a joint effort of six state and regional agencies, including the Metro Council. Details about the presentation (pdf).
Watch new video on Central Corridor LRT project
As excitement for the project builds, local officials and residents talk about plans for the Central Corridor light rail line between downtown St. Paul and downtown Minneapolis.
