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Neg Agmt PW 17-76-25 with Carver County for construction along CSAH 82, (CP 2182300), no cost
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BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Administrator be authorized to negotiate Agreement PW 17-76-25 with Carver County for multimodal improvements along County State Aid Highway 82 (Mill Street) from 2nd Street in Excelsior to south of the county line in Chanhassen, capital project 2182300, at no cost; that following 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.
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Background:
Hennepin County, in collaboration with the cities of Chanhassen, Excelsior, and Shorewood, is leading a project to construct a multi-use trail, curb and gutter, storm sewer, accessibility improvements, and complete a mill and overlay along CSAH 82 (Mill Street) to provide a dedicated facility for people biking, rolling, and walking. Additionally, staff are collaborating with Carver County to address a portion of the trail and storm sewer that extends beyond the Hennepin County border.
Agreement PW 17-76-25 with Carver County will grant Hennepin County the authority to acquire right of way and will establish maintenance responsibilities for portions of the project that are in Carver County.
The new trail will connect users from Chanhassen, Shorewood, and Excelsior to the downtown Excelsior area. This project will also provide an indirect connection to the Lake Minnetonka Regional Trail that extends from Victoria to Hopkins. Construction is scheduled to begin in the fall of 2025 with completion in 2027.
Current Request: This request seeks authorization to negotiation Agreement PW 17-76-25 with Carver County for construction of multimodal improvements along CSAH 82 (Mill Street), CP 2182300, at no cost to Hennepin County.
Impacts/Outcomes: These improvements will support the county’s Mobility 2040 goals, climate action and disparity reduction efforts by improving accessibility, mobility, and safety for trail users.
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Recommendation from County Administrator: Recommend Approval