HomeMy WebLinkAbout25-166 - Resolution - I-35E Corridor Cooperatation AgreementCITY OF LINO LAKES
RESOLUTION NO. 25-166
1-35E CORRIDOR COOPERATION AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, In 2019, Anoka County, the Washington County CDA, and Connexus
Energy created a partnership for development of an area described as the Minnesota
Technology Corridor.; and,
WHEREAS, The cities of Lino Lakes, Columbus, Forest Lake, Hugo along with Anoka and
Washington County collectively referred to as "the Parties".; have continued to plan promote
the corridor for economic development purposes and,
WHEREAS, There is significant economic potential within a portion of the
Minnesota Technology Corridor located east of 1-35E; and,
WHEREAS, The Corridor encompasses portions of each of the Parties' respective
jurisdictions.; and,
WHEREAS, The Parties share a common interest in fostering sustainable economic
development within the Corridor; and,
WHEREAS, The Parties agree that future development within the Corridor
requires infrastructure projects that require coordination between their respective
jurisdictions.; and,
WHEREAS, The Parties believe that a comprehensive needs assessment and
strategic plan are essential to guide future economic development efforts within the Corridor;
and,
WHEREAS, The Parties desire to jointly procure the services of a qualified
engineering consulting firm (the "Consultant") to undertake such a needs assessment and
develop a strategic plan; and,
WHEREAS, The Parties deem it mutually beneficial and efficient to pool resources
and collaborate on this initiative for the greater good of their respective communities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Lino Lakes, Minnesota that the
cooperation agreement between the parties is hereby is approved and the mayor and City Clerk
are authorized to execute the agreement on behalf of the City
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Lino Lakes this 24t" day of November, 2025.
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Ro fferty, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Roberta Colotti, CMC, City Clerk