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Minnesota Valley Transit Authority Receives AARP Grant to Help Older Adults Use On-Demand Transit
MVTA has received a 2026 AARP Community Challenge grant to train older adults in Dakota and Scott counties to confidently use MVTA Connect on-demand transit.
MVTA to Offer Free Shuttle Service to Mystic Lake Amphitheater Concerts in Shakopee
MVTA is offering free shuttle service from three Shakopee park-and-ride locations to select Mystic Lake Amphitheater concerts in 2026. Learn which shows are included, shuttle schedules, pickup locations, and how concertgoers can ride free to major events featuring MGK, Dave Matthews Band, Chris Stapleton, Pitbull, and more.
MVTA to Host Open House Celebrating Reopening of 157th Street Station in Apple Valley
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) and the Apple Valley Chamber of Commerce will host an open house on June 17, 2026, celebrating the reopening of the upgraded 157th Street Station in Apple Valley. The station features new electric vehicle charging infrastructure, bike lockers, safety enhancements, real-time signage, and expanded transit service, including Routes 420 and 477.
MVTA Adjusts Summer Transit Plans After Public Input From South Metro Riders
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority will implement a wide-ranging series of summer service changes beginning June 1, including the suspension of several express routes, reduced Friday commuter service, and the addition of new replacement route patterns following months of public feedback.
MVTA Seeking Public Feedback on Proposed Shakopee Express Route Changes
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to several express bus routes serving Shakopee, Prior Lake, and surrounding communities that could take effect later this summer.
Dakota County to Begin Road and Intersection Improvements Along Pilot Knob Road and County Road 42 in Apple Valley
Dakota County and the City of Apple Valley are preparing to begin a pair of roadway improvement projects this spring and summer to improve safety, traffic flow, and pedestrian accessibility along two busy south metro corridors.
Burnsville Bus Garage Modernization Completed, MVTA Marks Milestone with Ribbon Cutting
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) officially unveiled its newly modernized Burnsville Bus Garage this week, celebrating the completion of a major multi-year project aimed at improving transit operations, workforce development, and long-term service capacity across the south metro.
New Transit Shelter and Expanded Bus Service Improve Access to Minnesota Zoo
Residents and visitors traveling to the Minnesota Zoo will soon have improved public transit access following the unveiling of a new animal-themed bus shelter and expanded service from the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA).
MVTA Seeking Public Feedback on Proposed Summer 2026 Transit Changes Across South Metro
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) is inviting riders, residents, and community stakeholders to provide feedback on a series of proposed service changes scheduled to take effect June 1, 2026.
Minnesota Valley Transit Authority Announces Spring 2026 Service Changes Effective March 16
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) will implement a series of service changes beginning Monday, March 16, 2026, introducing expanded service to major destinations, streamlined routes, and new on-demand transit options across Dakota and Scott counties.
MVTA Board Elects Jay Whiting as Chair, Honors Outgoing Chair Dan Kealey
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority Board of Commissioners selected new leadership during its January 28, 2026, meeting, marking a transition that highlights both continuity and momentum for the south metro transit agency.
South Metro Transit Sees Strong Momentum as MVTA Ridership Climbs in 2025
The Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) reported significant ridership growth in 2025, underscoring a continued rebound in transit use across the south metropolitan Twin Cities and positioning the agency as a regional leader in transit recovery and expansion.
Safety Enhancements Coming to County Road 42 at Biscayne Avenue in Rosemount
In response to an increase in crashes, growing traffic volumes, and high speeds, Dakota County and the City of Rosemount are set to implement interim safety improvements at the intersection of County Road 42 and Biscayne Avenue.
Dakota County Plans Traffic Signal and Safety Upgrades for County Road 42 and Biscayne Avenue Intersection Following Series of Accidents
Dakota County officials have announced plans to improve the intersection of County Road 42 and Biscayne Avenue, the site of several serious accidents in recent months.
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