Early ridership and cost data signals Blue Line Extension competitive for federal funding The extension is expected to bring total daily ridership on the METRO Blue Line to more than 30,000 by adding 11,500 to 13,000 daily rides. February 28, 2024
Annual transit ridership grows 16% as bus service expands Transit ridership grew 16% to 48.7 million rides in 2023, the second consecutive year of growth following a pandemic-driven drop, with average weekday ridership at 136,893. February 16, 2024
Common questions: What’s in a 30% design? Project staff are in the process of completing 30% design plans for the METRO Blue Line Extension project for community and city partner review this spring. February 12, 2024
Blue Line Extension 2023 year in review Thank you to everyone who engaged with us on this project in 2023! Your input is critical, and many important milestones were reached this past year with community voices at the forefront. January 23, 2024
Highway projects increase regional mobility and safety The Met Council added five major road projects to planned transportation investments to help achieve these goals. December 17, 2023
Metro Mobility expands transportation options and upgrades technology The Free Fare Pilot program lets Metro Mobility riders use the regular route bus and rail system for free, while tech advancements are progressing to improve communications and online scheduling. November 29, 2023
Ribbon cutting marks completion of new Bielenberg Bridge in east metro Met Council, local, state, and federal officials celebrated the new east metro bridge, which connects Oakdale and Woodbury and will have dedicated lanes for the Gold Line bus rapid transit corridor. November 27, 2023
Metro Transit to develop a bold new vision The new framework will build on current initiatives and align with the regional Transportation Policy Plan, which in turn is part of Imagine 2050, the Met Council’s regional development guide. October 30, 2023