Skip to main content Skip to office menu Skip to footer
Capital IconMinnesota Legislature

Metropolitan Governance Task Force Meetings

Date/Time Location Meeting Materials Audio/Video
Wednesday, January 31, 2024
10:00 AM
G23 - State Capitol
  • Agenda - TBD

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

Livestream Link - TBD
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
9:00 AM
G23 - State Capitol
  • Agenda - TBD

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

Livestream Link
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
9:00 AM
G23 - State Capitol

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide written public testimony, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov and Nick Nigro at nick.nigro@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

Livestream Link
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
10:00 AM
G23 - State Capitol

The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 9, 2024.

Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

Livestream Link
Tuesday, January 9, 2024
6:00 PM
G-23 State Capitol and Scott County Government Center

PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT LISTENING SESSION

This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

The Public Engagement Session will open with a discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at the Scott County Government Center:

  • Mayor Matt Lehman, City of Shakopee
  • Mayor Chris Kostik, City of Credit River
  • Jon Ulrich, Scott County Commissioner
  • The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in Room G-23 at the State Capitol and at the Scott County Government Center, located at 200 4th Ave. West, Shakopee, MN. 55379. The meeting will take place in County Board Room (GCE-222).

    If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the Scott County Government Center at 6:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the Scott County Government Center only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

    Please also reach out to Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov with questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation.

    ***No Official Business or Action Will Be Taken At This Meeting***

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Friday, January 5, 2024
    12:00 PM
    Centennial Office Building - Ladyslipper Room and University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research/Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC)

    PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT LISTENING SESSION

    This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

    The Public Engagement Session will open with a panel discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at UROC as panelists:

  • Irene Fernando, Hennepin County Commissioner
  • Kristel Porter, Executive Director, West Broadway Business and Area Association
  • The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in the Centennial Office Building - Ladyslipper Room and at the University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center (UROC), located at 2001 Plymouth Ave. N., Minneapolis, MN. 55411. There is a free parking lot at UROC if attendees wish to drive. Alternatively, UROC is a short 3 min walk from the Penn & Plymouth Station on the Metro C Line or about a 13 min walk from the Plymouth & Fremont Station on the Metro D Line. It is also in very close proximity to a number of bus stops.

    If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research/Outreach-Engagement Center at 12:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the University of Minnesota's Robert J. Jones Urban Research/Outreach-Engagement Center only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

    Please also reach out to Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov with questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation.

    ***No Official Business or Action Will Be Taken At This Meeting***

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, January 3, 2024
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Thursday, December 14, 2023
    12:00 PM
    G-3 State Capitol and Lake Elmo City Center

    PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT LISTENING SESSION

    This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

    The Public Engagement Session will open with a panel discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at the Lake Elmo City Center as panelists:

  • Mayor Charles Cadenhead, City of Lake Elmo;
  • Washington County Commissioner Gary Kriesel; and
  • Will Schroeer, Executive Director, East Metro Strong
  • The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in Room G-3 at the State Capitol and at the Lake Elmo City Center, located at 3880 Laverne Ave. N., Lake Elmo, MN. 55104. The City Center sits across the street from the former Lake Elmo City Hall. Attendees should enter the parking lot off of Laverne Ave, as the entry off of 39th St. is solely for firefighters and emergency vehicles.

    If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the Lake Elmo City Center at 12:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the Lake Elmo City Center only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

    Please also reach out to Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov with questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation.

    ***No Official Business or Action Will Be Taken At This Meeting***

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, December 13, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Note: Date Change
    Friday, December 8, 2023
    2:00 PM
    G-23 State Capitol and Amherst H. Wilder Foundation in St. Paul

    PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT LISTENING SESSION

    This meeting date is reserved explicitly for conducting a public listening session and hearing testimony from citizens. The task force welcomes and encourages public input into its work. In particular, the task force would like to hear public testimony regarding the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council, including input into whether the Metropolitan Council's board should remain solely governor-appointed or whether other options such as an elected board or council of governments (COG) structure should be considered instead.

    The Public Engagement Session will open with a panel discussion on the topic of Metropolitan Council governance. The Task Force is excited to have the following individuals joining at the Wilder Foundation as panelists:

  • Council Member Mitra Jalali, Saint Paul City Council;
  • Russ Stark, Chief Resilience Officer City of Saint Paul;
  • Veronica Burt, Executive Director, Dayton's Bluff Community Council; and
  • Ramsey County Commissioner Victoria Reinhardt
  • The meeting will take place in dual locations, both in Room G-23 at the State Capitol and at the Amherst H. Wilder Foundation, located at 451 Lexington Parkway North, Saint Paul, MN. 55104. There is a free parking structure at the Wilder Foundation if attendees wish to drive. Alternatively, the Wilder Foundation is just a short walk from the Lexington Pkwy stop on the Metro Green Line.

    If you would like to provide testimony to the task force, please join us at the Wilder Foundation at 2:00 pm. Public testimony will be taken at the Wilder Foundation only, not at the Capitol. If you would like to speak at the meeting to provide testimony, please fill out this RSVP Form. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov. Those who do not sign up in advance may still be able to speak at the meeting if time permits. Even if you don't wish to speak yourself, the task force still welcomes your attendance and engagement!

    Please also reach out to Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov with questions about accessibility or to request an accommodation.

    ***No Official Business or Action Will Be Taken At This Meeting***

  • Wilder Center Map and Directions
  • Resilient Cities Communities Written Testimony
  • Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, December 6, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, December 5, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, November 29, 2023
    10:00 AM
    123 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, November 28, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, November 8, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, November 7, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, November 1, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written, in-person, or virtual, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, October 25, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written or in-person, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 24, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, October 11, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written or in-person, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, September 27, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    The Task Force invites your participation. If you would like to provide public testimony, either written or in-person, please contact Taylor Koehler at taylor.koehler@lcc.mn.gov by 12:00pm on Tuesday, September 26, 2023.

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, September 13, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link
    Wednesday, August 9, 2023
    10:00 AM
    G23 - State Capitol

    Notice: Pursuant to MS 13D.015, some members may be participating via interactive technology.

    Livestream Link