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City Council
June 27, 2005
CITY OF LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION N0.05 -81
SUPPORTING ANOKA COUNTY FEDERAL FUNDING APPLICATION FOR THE
CSAH 14 TRAIL UNDERPASS
WHEREAS, Anoka County has been awarded federal transportation funding for the
reconstruction of CSAH 14 from I -35W to I -35E; and
WHEREAS, the Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park Reserve provides for open
space and recreational opportunities for the City of Lino Lakes, surrounding
communities and the metropolitan area as a whole;
WHEREAS, development of the regional trail network provides opportunities for citizens
to experience and enjoy the natural amenities offered by the Park; and
WHEREAS, the proposed regional trail will provide connections to neighboring
communities and adjacent counties following Rice Creek watershed.
WHEREAS, Anoka County has submitted an application to the Transportation Advisory
Board (TAB) to the Metropolitan Council for 2009 and 2010 projects to use federal
transportation enhancement funds to assist with the construction of a pedestrian /bicycle
bridge in the environmentally sensitive area of the park.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LINO LAKES, MINNESOTA:
That the City of Lino Lakes strongly supports the request of Anoka County for federal
transportation enhancement funds to assist with the construction of a pedestrian /bicycle
bridge in the environmentally sensitive area of the park.
Adopted by the Lino Lakes City Council this 27th day of June, 2005
John 7Berg , ayor
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AGENDA ITEM 6E
STAFF ORIGINATOR: Michael Grochala
CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: June 27, 2005
TOPIC:
Consideration of Resolutions No. 05 -81
through 05 -84 Supporting Applications for
Federal Funding
ACTION REQUIRED: Simple Majority
BACKGROUND
The Transportation Advisory Board (TAB) to the Metropolitan Council is soliciting
proposals for 2009 and 2010 projects to use federal transportation funds. Both Anoka
County and the City of Centerville have requested support from the City of Lino Lakes
for project applications that are located in or adjacent to the City. The projects are as
follows:
CSAH 14 Pedestrian Trail Underpass. Anoka County is proposing to reconstruct CSAH
• 14 (Main Street) between I -35W and I -35E, in 2007. As part of the project the County is
proposing to construct a pedestrian /bicycle underpass adjacent to the Rice Creek
Bridge to provide safe access across CSAH 14. The underpass will connect the
proposed trail along the south side of CSAH 14 to the boat ramp and fishing pier
adjacent to the dam.
Rice Creek North Chain of Lakes Regional Trail Extension. Anoka County Park
Department is proposing to construct a pedestrian /bicycle trail through the regional
park, from County Road J, through Chomonix Golf Course and up to the Civic Complex
and Legacy at Woods Edge.
CSAH 14/I -35E Interchange. Anoka County is requesting federal dollars for the
reconstruction of the CSAH 14 (Main Street) /I -35E Interchange. The County and City
have previously received federal appropriations for preliminary design of the
interchange. Additionally, the Federal Transportation Bill currently being discussed in
the U.S. Senate includes an additional $1,000,000 appropriation for final design.
City of Centerville CSAH 14 Enhancements The City of Centerville is requesting federal
transportation enhancement dollars to assist with aesthetic and pedestrian /bicycle
improvements through the downtown core as part of the CSAH 14 project.
RECOMMENDATION
• All of the above mentioned projects will provide benefits to Lino Lakes and the
City Council
June 27, 2005
• surrounding area. Staff is recommending adoption of Resolutions No. 81 -84.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution No. 05 -81
2. Resolution No. 05 -82
3. Resolution No. 05 -83
4. Resolution No. 05 -84
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