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Neg Agmt PW 12-23-26 with Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for cost participation, maintenance, and ownership of CSAH 66 (Golden Valley Road), CP 2201124, a subproject of 2201100, county cost NTE $270,926 county bonds
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate Agreement PW 12-23-26 with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for cost participation, maintenance, and ownership responsibilities relating to the construction of a multiuse trail along County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 66 (Golden Valley Road) from Morgan Avenue to James Avenue in Minneapolis, (Capital Project 2201124, a subproject of 2201100: Cost Participation and Partnerships 2024-2028) at a county cost not to exceed $270,926; 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 the funds as directed.
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Background:
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, in collaboration with the City of Minneapolis and Hennepin County, is leading a project to construct a multiuse trail along CSAH 66 (Golden Valley Road) from Morgan Avenue to James Avenue as part of the North Commons Park Improvement Project. The project, scheduled to begin in 2026, includes the following:
• Multiuse trail
• Accessibility and multimodal safety enhancements
• Stormwater improvements
Funding for the county’s cost participation is available in CP 2201100: Cost Participation and Partnerships 2024-2028, with expenses tracked in subproject 2201124.
Current Request: This request seeks authorization to negotiate Agreement PW 12-23-26 with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board for cost participation, maintenance, and ownership responsibilities relating to the construction of a multiuse trail along CSAH 66 (Golden Valley Road) from Morgan Avenue to James Avenue, at a county cost not to exceed $270,926.
Impacts/Outcomes: This project supports the county’s Towards Zero Deaths Action Plan, American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan, Mobility 2040 goals, climate action, and disparity elimination efforts by improving accessibility, safety, and mobility for multimodal transportation users.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval