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Anoka County <br />TRANSPORTATION DIVISION <br />Highway <br />Joe MacPherson, PE January 16, 2025 <br />County Engineer <br />Thomas Hoffman <br />600 Town Center Parkway <br />Lino Lakes MN 55014 <br />RE: Review — North Oaks Mixed Use Development Environmental Assessment <br />Worksheet (EAW) <br />Dear Mr. Hoffman, <br />Thank you for providing the Anoka County Highway Department with the <br />opportunity to comment on the Environmental Assessment Worksheet (EAW) for the <br />proposed North Oaks Mixed Use development located within the City of Lino Lakes. After <br />reviewing the EAW, we offer the following comments to help ensure the continued <br />functionality and safety of the transportation system in the area. <br />A primary concern for the County is the potential impact of the development on <br />the surrounding transportation network. We note that the future expansion of Ash Street <br />(CSAH 32) may be necessary to accommodate increased traffic volumes, including a <br />possible conversion to a four -lane roadway. Any proposed access to a county highway <br />shall comply with Anoka County's access spacing requirements. Additionally, turn lanes <br />and other safety measures may be required based on the traffic impact of the <br />development. <br />As the project progresses, we strongly recommend the developer coordinate <br />closely with Anoka County's Development Review lead to ensure that the development <br />adheres to our guidelines and standards. This collaboration will help streamline the <br />approval process and maintain consistency on the transportation system. <br />We appreciate the opportunity to provide comments on the North Oaks Mixed Use <br />Development EAW. We look forward to continuing our partnership with the City of Lino <br />Lakes to improve transportation infrastructure as the area grows. <br />Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not <br />hesitate to contact me directly at Rebecca. haug(o)anokacountymn.gov or 763-324-3114. <br />Sinc I <br />rely, <br />Rebecca Haug <br />Project Manager — Environmental <br />CC: Joe MacPherson, County Engineer <br />Our passion is your safe way home! <br />1440 Bunker Lake Blvd. NW ♦ Andover, MN 55304-4005 <br />Office:763-862-4200 ♦ Fax:763-862-4201 ♦ www.anokacounty.us/highway <br />Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer <br />