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Neg Agmt PW 56-40-23 related to MnDOT’s CSAH 3 at TH 55 Interchange Reconstruction Project (CP 2155002); est county cost: $2,900,000 state aid
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate Agreement PW 56-40-23 (State Contract No. 1054957) with the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) and the City of Minneapolis for cost participation and maintenance responsibilities for the County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 3 (Lake Street) at Trunk Highway (TH) 55 interchange reconstruction project, county project (CP) 2155002, at an estimated county cost of $2,900,000; 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 disburse funds as directed.
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Background:
MnDOT, in partnership with the county and city, is leading an interchange reconstruction project on Lake Street at Hiawatha Avenue, also known as the Hi-Lake Interchange project, to improve safety, accessibility, and connectivity. The project improvements, listed below, were identified through a multi-phase feasibility study, which included public engagement, concept analysis, and preliminary cost estimates.
• modified tight-diamond interchange design
• redesigned right-turn lanes to improve pedestrian safety
• lighting improvements at the interchange
• upgraded traffic signal systems
• accessibility upgrades for pedestrian signals and ramps
• new curb and gutter, drainage, and storm water structures
The county engaged with the community through open house and community events to share project information and gather feedback that was used to develop a concept that will transform the unused space under the interchange into a place for community and connection.
Hennepin County staff will continue to coordinate with MnDOT, Minneapolis, Metropolitan Council, and the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board to identify community partners to implement space uses after construction.
Project construction is anticipated to begin in spring 2024, which will complement the Metro Transit planned B Line Bus Rapid Transit service which will begin operating along Lake Street in 2025.
Federal funding was awarded for this project through the Regional Solicitation. The county’s estimated project cost for the Hi-Lake Interchange project is $2,900,000 with funding requested in the 2024-2028 Capital Improvement Program.
Current Request: This request is for authorization to negotiate and execute Agreement PW 56-40-23 (State Contract No. 1054957) with MnDOT and Minneapolis for cost participation and maintenance responsibilities for Hi-Lake Interchange project, CP 2155002, at an estimated county cost of $2,900,000.
Impacts/Outcomes: This project aligns with the county’s Mobility 2040, climate action, disparity reduction and safety goals by improving safety, accessibility, and connectivity for multi-modal transportation users.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval