Bill > SF2034

This bill makes several key changes to the governance and operations of the Metropolitan Council in Minnesota. It allows the governor to remove council members for cause after providing notice and a hearing, and introduces a maximum service limit of 12 years for council members. The bill establishes a new position of vice-chair, to be appointed by the governor from the existing 16 council members. Starting in January 2026, council members will receive an annual salary of $40,000, which will be increased in line with legislator salary adjustments, and will be offered retirement and employment benefits comparable to other Metropolitan Council employees. The bill also requires the Metropolitan Council to conduct annual performance reviews of the regional administrator, who serves as the council's principal administrative officer. These changes will apply specifically to the seven-county metropolitan area, including Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington counties. The modifications aim to provide more structured governance, clearer compensation guidelines, and improved accountability for the Metropolitan Council.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF2034&ssn=0&y=2025