This bill proposes significant modifications to the governance structure of the Metropolitan Council in Minnesota by eliminating the Transportation Advisory Board and revising the appointment process and membership of the Council. It establishes a municipal committee in each council district responsible for appointing local elected officials or citizen representatives, thereby enhancing local representation. The Metropolitan Council will now consist of members appointed by county boards and these municipal committees, with provisions for staggered terms and compatibility of offices. The bill also outlines the authority of the chair and members concerning voting and quorum requirements, while repealing previous provisions related to the nominating committee and the governor's appointment process.

Additionally, the bill introduces a technical advisory committee to provide expertise on transportation issues, replacing the previous advisory body that included representatives from various governmental levels. It mandates the development of a transportation chapter by the Metropolitan Council that must consider diverse transportation forms and needs. The effective date for most provisions is set for January 1, 2028, with some sections taking effect immediately after enactment. The bill also establishes new salary provisions for the chair and members of the Metropolitan Council, setting the chair's salary at $52,500 and other members at $20,000, pending future recommendations from the compensation council.

Statutes affected:
Introduction: 3.8841, 473.123, 473.146