Michael Krantz is the Senior Manager of Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) at Metro Transit, part of the Metropolitan Council in the Minneapolis–Saint Paul region, where he leads efforts to align land use, housing, and economic development with high-quality transit service. In this role, he oversees Metro Transit’s TOD strategy, working with local governments, developers, and regional partners to advance equitable, sustainable development near transit corridors and stations. His work focuses on leveraging transit investments to support ridership, expand access to opportunity, strengthen local tax bases, and reduce environmental impacts. Krantz frequently represents Metro Transit in public and council settings and contributes to regional and national conversations on transit-linked development. He holds professional credentials as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) and LEED Accredited Professional in Neighborhood Development (LEED AP-ND), reflecting his background in infrastructure, planning, and sustainable urban development.
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