01-06-25 - Council Work Session Agenda

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CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION STAFF REPORT ITEM NO. 7 STAFF ORIGINATOR: Michael Grochala, Community Development Director WORK SESSION DATE: January 6, 2025 TOPIC: 1-35E/CRJ Interchange Right -of -Way transfer BACKGROUND Ramsey County continues to work toward completion of the plans and specifications of the 1- 35E/CRJ Interchange for proposed bid letting in spring of 2025. As discussed in August of 2024, staff is continuing to work with Anoka County, Ramsey County and MnDOT, regarding jurisdiction of the roadway between Centerville Road and 201" Avenue. As previously explained, County Road J, between Centerville Road and Otter Lake Road is under the jurisdiction of multiple road authorities. The City of Lino Lakes, Anoka County, Ramsey County and Mn/DOT each share responsibility for certain portions of the roadway. The north half of CRJ, from Centerville Road to approximately 20t" Avenue, is under the City's jurisdiction. The road is not currently on the City or County's municipal state aid system. However, all parties are proposing the use of state aid as part of the funding. We have been informed by Mn/DOT roadways cannot share Municipal and County State Aid Designations. After considerable discussion Ramsey County is proposing to take over as the responsible road authority for this section. This would allow Ramsey County to designate this as a state aid roadway. City, County and DOT staff are working through the logistics of this transfer. At this time, it appears that City will need to transfer our roadway easement rights to Ramsey County. This likely will be done by granting Ramsey County a public road easement over the subject area. Staff is continuing to work through this process and evaluate the potential impacts on funding. Staff anticipates bringing forward a document for consideration either in late January or early February. REQUESTED COUNCIL DIRECTION None required. Discussion only.