Anoka County Commute Solutions

Open Now! Free Bike Safety Course offered by Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota and free bike safety checks offered by the Fridley Heights Cyclery until 2 pm.

Bike to Work Week - June 6 through June 10

Bike to Work Week - June 6 through June 10 - https://mailchi.mp/943db1be8468/anoka-county-commute-solutions-spring-22-events-11521041

Bike to Work Week - June 6 through June 10 Celebrate our annual Bike to Work Week Celebration Monday, June 6 through Friday, June 10. Take pledge to bike to work or if you're working from home, the amount of miles you'd normally bike to work. We'll be hosting a variety of bike oriented events throughout the week so you won't want to miss thi...

Attention Northern Stacks Employees & Fridley Residents. Join us next week for Bike to Work Week! There's still time to sign up.

Share your opinion about the Hwy 47 and BNSF Railroad Crossing project.

If you missed the public meeting for the Hwy 47 and BNSF Railroad Crossing project in Anoka last night, but would like more information, ask questions, provide your feedback, or sign up for project notifications, please visit https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy47rr-anoka/

We’re ready for tomorrow’s group bike ride at CRISP & GREEN - Blaine. Join us tomorrow - Friday, June 6 at 9:30 am for a group bike ride and complimentary smoothie!

Happy Earth Day to All! Thank you to everyone whose taken the pledge to bike or walk today and participated in our Earth Day Activities.

HWY 10 PROJECT UPDATE - CLOSURE RESCHEDULE - Due to the anticipated stormy weather this weekend, the previously scheduled Hwy 10 weekend closure has been postponed until next weekend. Beginning 10 p.m. Fri, April 29, Hwy 10 will be closed in both directions between Hwy 47/Ferry St. and 7th Ave. until 5 a.m. Mon, May 2. Drivers will be detoured to use Hwy 610, I-94 and Hwy 101. During the weekend closure, crews will be removing and replacing utilities under Hwy 10 near 4th Ave. Residents in the area should be aware that crews will be working 24-hours a day during the weekend and may experience some noise, lights and vibrations.

MAIN ST SERVICE ROAD CLOSURE: Beginning Wed, April 27, crews will close the Main St. Service Rd. in both directions between Jacob Ln. and Fairoak Ave. The road will remain closed through mid-summer as crews reconstruct the road. Drivers will be detoured to use Greenhaven Rd., Jacob Ln. and Fairoak Ave. Access will be maintained to businesses.

All construction activities and traffic impacts are weather permitting and subject to change.

As always, please refer any questions directly to the project team via email: [email protected], phone: 763-400-3877 and visit the project website at http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy10-anoka/ for additional information, updates and to sign up for email notifications.

Minnesota Department of Transportation Anoka Police Department

MSP airport, Metro Transit drop mask mandate after federal ruling

As of April 18, 2022, the federal order requiring masks on transit is no longer in effect. All riders are encouraged to travel responsibly to protect their health and the health of those around them. Do not use transit if you are ill.

MSP airport, Metro Transit drop mask mandate after federal ruling The action comes after a federal judge in Florida struck down the federal mask requirement on airplanes, trains, buses and other public transportation on Monday, less than a week after the CDC had extended it through May 3.

Timeline photos

As Earth Day arrives again on Friday, April 22, Metro Transit is observing the occasion by powering the all-electric vehicles in its fleet with wind energy from Xcel Energy's WindSource® program.

While taking any of our transit routes is always a greener and more sustainable option, this is an annual effort to highlight the energy-efficiency of METRO Blue and Green Line light rail trains and METRO C Line buses. Also, a fully electric bus will be running up and down Nicollet Ave. from 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. on Earth Day. Free to ride, so give it a try!

The ongoing Zero Emissions Bus Transition Plan will greatly increase the number of battery electric buses in our fleet. There are solar arrays at several Park & Ride lots, and other sustainability innovations have led to a marked increase in energy-efficiency at Metro Transit bus garages.

Thank you for helping Metro Transit celebrate Earth Day by riding with us! metrotransit.org/earth-day

Timeline photos

The Mighty Mississippi that courses through the Twin Cities has a long and storied history. We’d like to share it with you in celebration of and the transformation of the Mississippi since the early days of European settlement.

Metro Transit Commuter Programs is partnering with the Metropolitan Council’s Environmental Services Division to host a webinar April 21 from 1 to 2 p.m.

Casandra Champion, principle environmental scientist, and Daniel Henely, assistant manager water resources, will be the presenters.

Registration link:
http://ow.ly/TbWS50IJMml

Hwy 10 Anoka Project - MnDOT

Attention Highway 10 Commuters: Highway 10 will be closed starting at 10 p.m. both directions between Highway 47/Ferry Street and 7th Ave. It won't open back up until Monday, April 11 at 5 am.

Hwy 10 will be closed in both directions two additional weekends in April. Please plan accordingly.

Hwy 10 Anoka Project - MnDOT Hwy 10 Anoka project resources and contacts

Lyft program takes people with disabilities to work, but drivers lacking in smaller suburbs

Wanted: More Lyft drivers to help serve smaller suburbs where transit is limited.

Lyft program takes people with disabilities to work, but drivers lacking in smaller suburbs Reliable transportation is one of the most formidable barriers workers with disabilities face.

Anoka County 2022 Solicitation for Transportation Funding

We need your input!
Anoka County has identified nine future transportation improvement projects to submit for federal funding through Metropolitan Council. These projects benefit residents, businesses, commuters, and visitors across the county, whether you drive, walk or bicycle.
Visit www.anokastpprojects.com before April 8 to learn about the projects and share your thoughts on how they fit into your vision for our community.
Questions? Chat live with the project team on March 30 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and on March 31 & April 1 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

Anoka County 2022 Solicitation for Transportation Funding Anoka County and its partners have identified several improvement projects that are eligible to compete for funding through this program.

Enjoy free rides on all public transportation services including buses, light rail, and trains starting at 6 pm on St. Patrick's Day!

https://www.metrotransit.org/miller-lite-free-rides

Give your input on the Highway 610 and East River Road project!

Public input is still being gathered for a proposed project that would add a full-access interchange at Hwy. 610 and East River Road. Currently, only a westbound on-ramp and an eastbound off-ramp exist at the interchange. Access the interactive map and survey here: https://www.coonrapidsmn.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3065

Did you know you can add a good book to your shopping bags when you stop at NACE? Be sure to take a look before you leave!

The Highway 10 construction will begin a two-year reconstruction project soon. MnDot is hosting an open house on Wednesday, March 9 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Greenhaven Golf & Event Center, 2800 Greenhaven Rd, Anoka. http://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/hwy10-anoka/

Transit ridership begins to recover in 2021 - Metropolitan Council

Transit ridership has began to recover as many people are starting to return to daily activities outside of their homes including more people returning to work and school.

Transit ridership begins to recover in 2021 - Metropolitan Council In response to the state's pandemic emergency, Metropolitan Council critical services continue to be available, though our facilities are closed to walk-in traffic and many staff are working remotely. Council public meetings are available for the public to follow remotely.

Volunteer Drivers Badly Need In Rural Minnesota: 'I Would Be Lost Without A Vehicle'

Our Volunteer Drivers at Medlink are invaluable!

Volunteer Drivers Badly Need In Rural Minnesota: 'I Would Be Lost Without A Vehicle' Volunteers are needed everywhere right now. And in rural Minnesota, volunteer drivers are in especially high demand.

No bus service? Transit Link fills transportation gaps

Transit Link is a dial-a-ride service available in Anoka County where regular route bus services do not operate. This service helps people when there's no other transportation options in their city!

No bus service? Transit Link fills transportation gaps The service operates metro-wide in places where regular transit is unavailable or infrequent.

We’re out here at the City of Fridley’s Winterfest until 2 pm today at the Springbrook Nature Center. Stop by and say hi!

We are less than a week away from our January Webinar Lunch & Learn next Wednesday, January 19 at 11:30 am. We're teaming up with City of Fridley and the Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota to discuss Winter Biking Basics. https://www.anokacounty.us/4044/Webinar-Wednesdays

Blog: Keeping up with Paris' Commute Revolution - Move Minneapolis

Blog: Keeping up with Paris' Commute Revolution - Move Minneapolis As a Francophile raised in South Minneapolis, many of my favorite moments can be traced back to emulating Parisian aspirations here at home. The joys of my life are encapsulated in an espresso fueled bike ride to the local market in search of something for a chèvre spread. I’ve had the fortune to...

Photos from City of Fridley's post

Due to decreased demand on Christmas Eve, Metro Transit will operate Saturday service for bus routes and METRO lines on Friday, Dec. 24. Northstar will run an alternate weekday schedule that day; with trips leaving Big Lake at 5:48 and 7:18 a.m. and returning from Target Field Station at 1 and 4:30 p.m. Customer Relations and Lost & Found will be closed. Transit Information will be open 6:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. Weekend fares will be charged on Friday, Dec. 24.

Metro Transit buses and METRO lines will follow Holiday schedules on Christmas Day, Saturday, Dec. 25, and on New Year’s Day, Saturday, Jan. 1.

Transit Information, Metro Transit Service Centers and Customer Relations will be open regular hours on New Year’s Eve, Dec. 31.

Metro Transit Service Centers, Transit Information, Customer Relations and Lost & Found will be closed both Dec. 25 and Jan. 1.

News & Events

With the Holidays being next week already, check out your local bus schedules and plan accordingly!

News & Events Due to decreased demand on Christmas Eve, Metro Transit will operate Saturday service for bus routes and METRO lines on Friday, Dec. 24. Northstar will run an alternate weekday schedule that day; with trips leaving Big Lake at 5:48 and 7:18 a.m. and returning from Target Field Station at 1 and...

We're in full swing of our Holiday Commuter Challenge and asked participants what they love about their preferred mode of transport.

One participant said "I ride my bike to work nearly every day. I love riding to work because the commute is beautiful. With wooded trails and bodies of water....it's about perfect. I stepped off my bike for a moment to take this picture last week..."

News & Events

Metro Transit made changes to some bus routes that go through Anoka County!

News & Events On Dec. 4, Metro Transit is making changes to transit service within your community. As we do each quarter, we review and analyze our resources and ridership trends. Metro Transit continues to face unprecedented driver shortages, resulting in cancelled trips that inconvenience transit customers.

Attention Anoka County Traveler Transit Link Passengers - There will be service on December 24 & 31. Standing orders WILL NOT be cancelled.

Please review to see how your ride is affected due to the holiday schedule.

CHANGES COMING TO NORTHTOWN MALL BUS STATION IN BLAINE

Have you been to Northtown Mall recently? Check out the new changes Metro Transit has in store for the Northtown Mall Transit Station.

CHANGES COMING TO NORTHTOWN MALL BUS STATION IN BLAINE Crews are demolishing the old bus station at Northtown Mall and consolidating it onto the smaller footprint closer to University Avenue.

Friendly Reminder! Transit Link will not be in service, tomorrow, Thursday, November 25. Standing orders will be cancelled on Friday, November 26. Keep in mind Metro Transit will also be operating regular route buses on a Holiday Schedule - https://www.metrotransit.org/plan-ahead-for-reduced-service-on-friday-nov-26

Our offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 25-26 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

On Dec. 4, Metro Transit is making changes to transit service within your community. As we do each quarter, we review and analyze our resources and ridership trends. Metro Transit continues to face unprecedented driver shortages, resulting in cancelled trips that inconvenience transit customers. Changes scheduled to take place on Dec. 4 are expected to increase the reliability of our scheduled service. For more details visit metrotransit.org/quarterly-service-changes-begin-saturday-dec-4

WEBINARS | TCTelework

Check out the new Twin Cities Telework Website - This unique website focuses solely on Teleworking in the Twin Cities. Sign up for their webinar on Friday, November 19 from 11:30 to 1 pm. It's all about working in a hybrid workplace!

WEBINARS | TCTelework Working from home isn’t a new concept. Until 2020, some organizations utilized telework, but many did not. The COVID-19 pandemic changed all that. Not only did it send thousands of people home to work, telework itself was redefined from “the new normal” to a simple “normal” course of opera...