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<br /> <br /> STAFF REPORT <br /> <br /> <br /> <br />TO: Mayor Fischer and Members of City Council <br /> <br />FROM: Chris Heineman, City Administrator <br /> DATE: December 20, 2023 <br /> RE: Letter of Support for Ramsey County LRIP Application <br /> <br />ACTION TO BE CONSIDERED: <br />The City Council is asked to consider adopting a Resolution of Support for the Minnesota Department <br />of Transportation Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) on behalf of Ramsey County for the County <br />Road D Improvement Project in Little Canada. <br /> <br />BACKGROUND: <br />The Ramsey County Public Works Department has requested a letter of support for the upcoming <br />roadway improvement project on County Road D. County Road D is a minor arterial road that will be <br />reconstructed with an off-street, multi-use path along an approximately one-mile segment from <br />Greenbrier Street to County Road D Circle. The project is essential for providing safe transportation <br />options for residents of Vadnais Heights, Little Canada, and Maplewood and is near a large concentration <br />of affordable housing, resulting in direct benefits for high-need residents. The proposed trail will allow <br />all residents to access job opportunities, parks, and the regional trail network. <br /> <br />A copy of the draft letter of support is attached for your information. <br /> <br />RECOMMENDED ACTION: <br />Staff recommends City Council adoption of a Resolution of Support for the Minnesota Department of <br />Transportation Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP) on behalf of Ramsey County for the County <br />Road D Improvement Project in Little Canada.