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Metro Transit is the main public transportation provider in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul metropolitan area, operating under the Metropolitan Council. Established in 1967, it revitalized the regions transit infrastructure and now serves over 150 million riders annually. The agency manages a comprehensive network that includes buses, light rail, and bus rapid transit (BRT) services, focusing on accessibility, sustainability, and regional connectivity. Metro Transit operates more than 100 bus routes, including local, express, and on-demand services. Its light rail system features the Blue Line, connecting downtown Minneapolis to Bloomington, and the Green Line, linking Minneapolis and Saint Paul. The BRT includes the Red Line from Apple Valley to the Mall of America and the Orange Line between Minneapolis and Burnsville. The agency also offers a Go-To Card for fare payment, a mobile app for real-time tracking and trip planning, and bike share integration with Nice Ride. Metro Transit targets daily commuters, event-goers, and users requiring accessible services.

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