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Neg agmts PW 03-40-24 with MnDOT and Minneapolis and PW 04-20-24 with Minneapolis for a CSAH 52 safety improvement project (CP 2210100); (est county cost: $1,368,000 federal funds, $649,381 state aid; est recv $262,611)
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate Agreement PW 03-40-24 (State Contract No. 1055031) with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and the City of Minneapolis for construction right of way access and maintenance responsibilities relating to safety improvements on County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 52 (Hennepin Avenue) from 10th Avenue to 12th Avenue within the Interstate (I-35) right of way, county project (CP) 2210100, at no county cost; that upon review and approval by the County Attorney’s Office, the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the county; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate Agreement PW 04-20-24 with the City of Minneapolis for cost participation and maintenance responsibilities for safety improvements on Hennepin Avenue from 10th Avenue to 12th Avenue, CP 2210100, at a county receivable of $262,611 ($137,494 capital, $125,117 operating); that upon review and approval by the County Attorney’s Office, the Chair of the Board be authorized to sign the agreement on behalf of the county; and that the Controller be authorized to accept and disburse funds as directed.
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Background:
The county, in coordination with MnDOT and the City of Minneapolis, is leading a safety improvement project on Hennepin Avenue from 10th Avenue to 12th Avenue (CP 2210100). The project includes the following safety improvements to provide a more compact intersection design and promote traffic calming:
• traffic signal system improvements
• raised median and channelized right-turn island removal
• accessibility upgrades for pedestrian signals and ramps
The county is leading the project and will continue to coordinate with project partners and community leaders to share information with the public. The city is cost participating in the project design, construction, and construction administration and will maintain the improvements after construction is completed in 2024.
Current Request: This request is for authorization to negotiate and execute the following agreements for improvements on Hennepin Avenue as part of CP 2210100:
• PW 03-40-24 (State Contract No. 1055031) with MnDOT and the City of Minneapolis for construction right of way access and maintenance responsibilities within I-35 right of way, at no county cost.
• PW 04-20-24 with the City of Minneapolis for cost participation and maintenance responsibilities at estimated county receivable of $262,611.
Impacts/Outcomes: This action supports the county’s Mobility 2040 goals, climate action, and disparity reduction efforts by improving accessibility and enhancing safety for multi-modal transportation users. This project aligns with the county safety plan, comprehensive plan, and complete and green streets policy.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval