Transit, partnerships stressed at State of the Region
Transit holds the key to a successful and prosperous region, said Council Chair Susan Haigh at the State of the Region Jan. 18. Haigh highlighted the role of transit in economic development and job creation at the event, which was attended by several hundred people. See
- Chair Haigh's full remarks
- The Council's 2011 Annual Report
- Video - Transit: A Path to the Future
- State of the Region news release
Governor Dayton announces new jobs proposal
Governor Mark Dayton released his bonding proposal for the 2012 legislative session, building on his jobs plan to get Minnesotans back to work. The Governor’s bonding proposal is focused on making the kind of long-term investments proven to create jobs. The proposal includes $25 million for Southwest Light Rail Transit. See Gov. Dayton's press release.

