The Metropolitan Council for the seven-county Twin Cities metro area-
Who We Are - Metropolitan Council (metrocouncil.org) The Metropolitan Council is the regional policy-making body, planning agency, and provider of essential services for the seven-county Twin Cities metro area. Our mission is to foster efficient and economic growth for a prosperous region. Policy-making, planning, and coordination The 17-member Metropolitan Council is a policy-making board that guides the strategic growth of the metro area. Elected officials and citizens share their expertise with the Council by serving on key advisory committees . Strategic investments & services support regional economic vitality The Met Council provides essential services and infrastructure — Metro Transit's bus and rail system, Metro Mobility, Transit Link, wastewater treatment services, regional parks, planning, affordable housing, and more — that support communities and businesses and ensure a high quality of life for residents. : Communities Parks Transpor...