HomeMy Public PortalAbout2021-12 Resolution Authorizing Submission of Local Road Improvement Program LRIP Grant Application for HackamoreMember Martin introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
CITY OF MEDINA
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-12
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF LOCAL ROAD
IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (LRIP) GRANT APPLICATION FOR
HACKAMORE ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, the project consists of the reconstruction of Hackamore Road
between Medina Lake Drive and CSAH 101 including turn lane and intersection
improvements at CR 116 and CSAH 101, vertical curve correction to meet State Aid
requirements, and construction of a multiuse trail along the north side of the roadway,
and;
WHEREAS, Hackamore Road is an east -west two-lane rural section local
roadway with a 2018 Average Annual Daily Traffic (AADT) of 2,150 in the project area,
and;
WHEREAS, the existing pavement in the project area is aging, settling, and
showing signs of deterioration including alligator cracking, longitudinal cracking, and
transverse cracking, and;
WHEREAS, there are existing drainage issues in the corridor as identified by
adjacent residents and engineering analysis, and;
WHEREAS, there are currently no bicycle or pedestrian facilities along
Hackamore Road in the project area and there is an opportunity to connect to existing
facilities along CR 116 and CSAH 101, and;
WHEREAS, an analysis of crash data showed that 11 crashes occurred in the
project area in the three-year period from 2017-2019, including five crashes at the
intersection with CR 116 and five crashes at the intersection with CSAH 101, and;
WHEREAS, the project would address deteriorating infrastructure and drainage
issues, accommodate future traffic volumes as the area develops, improve intersection
operations and safety, and improve pedestrian safety and mobility, and;
WHEREAS, improvements to Hackamore Road to address safety and operational
needs as the corridor develops, including the proposed trail, are identified in the City of
Medina's 2040 Comprehensive Plan, and;
WHEREAS, Hackamore Road is a Route of Regional Significance, linking CR
116, CSAH 101, and CR 47, and;
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WHEREAS, the project would benefit the cities of Medina, Corcoran, Maple
Grove, and Plymouth, as well as Hennepin County by improving the intersections of
Hackamore Road with CR 116 and CSAH 101, and;
WHEREAS, the Local Road Improvement Program (LRIP), administered by the
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT), has made available $75,000,000 in
total funds, with a maximum award amount of $1,250,000, to fund capital construction
costs for projects that meet the program criteria, and;
WHEREAS, the City of Medina and the City of Corcoran share ownership and
maintenance of the roadway corridor, and;
WHEREAS, the City of Medina will cover its share of project costs associated
with the reconstruction project not covered by the grant award or financial contributions
from the City of Corcoran, and;
WHEREAS, the City of Medina agrees to comply with all applicable laws and
regulations as stated in the grant agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City of Medina has the necessary capabilities to adequately
develop, implement, manage, and maintain this public improvement project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the city council of the city of Medina,
as follows:
1. The City Council hereby supports the project, including the roadway
reconstruction, intersection improvements, and trail construction.
2. The City Council hereby supports the City's submission of a LRIP application
and authorizes WSB & Associates, Inc. to prepare and submit said application.
3. The City Council hereby provides assurance that the City of Medina will pay its
share of the costs associated with the reconstruction project and ensure that all
aspects of the LRIP funding requirements are met.
Dated: February 16, 2021.
Kathleen Martin, Mayor
Attest:
G
Jodi . Gallup, City Clerk
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The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Reid and upon a vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Albers, Cavanaugh, DesLauriers, Martin, Reid
And the following voted against same:
None
Whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
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