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CONNECTIVITY (11-13): The trail would provide connections to the existing sections of trail along Oneka Lake Boulevard. It would make connections between multiple residential neighborhoods and the commercial areas along Hwy 61. It would make connections to existing city trails, and sidewalks. These include the sidewalk along the east side of Hwy 61, the sidewalk along 1481h Street, and the sidewalk along Goodview Avenue. These sidewalks extend connections to Oneka Ponds Park and Hugo Elementary School. It is possible to access the Hardwood Creek Regional Trail by crossing Hwy 61 at the controlled intersection. This trail provides several strong connections but alternate routes are currently available. 5 ELMCREST AVENUE EVALUATION REQUIRED CRITERIA (1-3): A future city trail is shown along Elmcrest Avenue in the Trail and Sidewalk Plan. However, it is shown in the City of Lino Lakes. The City of Hugo would not have control over its construction. There are no anticipated road projects or development anticipated in the near future. There is not enough right-of- way to construct the trail. The Trail and Sidewalk Plan prohibits land condemnation for a trail and additional land has not been available to purchase. An alternative strategy shall be used. NEED (4-6): Elmcrest Avenue is narrow and does not have a substantial shoulder. Traffic levels are medium to high due to the school, park, and extensive residential neighborhood off of the road. The speed limit is 45 mph. There are hills in the roadway that interfere with visibility. The trail is a missing connection between trails that have already been constructed. A letter was received by the Parks Commission from one of the homeowners associations in the adjacent neighborhood requesting a trail along Elmcrest Avenue. There is a strong need for a trail along Elmcrest Avenue. FEASIBILITY (7-10): There are significant physical barriers to construction including wetlands, and large slopes. Because of this, as well as the need to purchase land, the cost of these improvements would be significant. It is likely that a trail improvement will occur with development or will need to be replaced by future development. There are many complicated factors related to a trail along Elmcrest Avenue and it presents a very unique situation. The feasibility of the City of Hugo building a trail along Elmcrest Avenue is very low. CONNECTIVITY (11-13): The connection would link to an extensive existing trail and sidewalk network. It would also make connections between commercial areas, residential neighborhoods, Heritage Ponds Park, and Oneka Elementary School. It would connect to the Glacial Hills Regional Trail along Hwy 14 and trail networks outside of Hugo. There is known pedestrian use of the roadway and it is in proximity to popular areas. The trail would provide significant connections.