The project is being developed by the Roseville Coalition of Churches and Bloomington, MN-based United Properties. The project was cited because older people living in Roseville may not have to leave the city when they move out of their single-family homes. The senior housing will be part of a new, intergenerational neighborhood that also will include seven single-family homes, 36 townhomes and a park.

In a speech at the meeting, Minnesota Gov. Tim Pawlenty praised the Council for working with local communities in a more flexible and cooperative manner. The new emphasis has already had a positive impact on its relations with local units of government, he said. "Last year, the city council in my own community of Eagan voted to participate in the Council's Livable Communities program," the governor continued. "This is a healthy sign."

Eagan is one of 106 communities now participating in this voluntary program that provides grants to communities to help reclaim contaminated land, promote sensible development and expand the supply of affordable housing. The Council is working to ensure efficient use of the region's infrastructure, and is holding itself accountable for results.