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1995-10-16 CC Minutes . ALBERTVILLE CITY axlNCIL October 16, 1995 Albertville City Hall 7:00 PM PRESENT: Mayor Potter, Councilmembers Anderson (7: 24 PM), Berning, Muyres and Vetsch, City Administrator Hale, City Engineer Carlson, and City Planner Stockman Mayor Potter convened the special meeting for the purposes of considering: a) Feasibi 1 i ty Study CSAH 19/37, b) Computer Base Mapping; and 3) otsego/Albertville meetings. Berning made a motion, supported by Muyres, to adopt the agenda with an amendment to add item 2d. Investment Firm Recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. City Engineer Carlson opened the discussion of "Feasibility study CSAH 19/37. Realignment of CSAH 19/37 for safety reasons due to present misalignment of intersection. . CSAH 37 is classified as a minor arterial roadway extending from western Wright County, through Maple Lake and Albertville, and final 1 y connecting wi th TH 101 in eastern Wright County. The roadway through Albertville is a rural, 2-lane, bituminous surface with a traffic count of 1,300 ADT between County Road 118 and CSAH 19, and 1,500 ADT between CSAH 19 and TH 101. The intersection of CSAH 37 and CSAH 19 is misal igned, wi th CSAH 37 being offset approximately 150 feet. With increasing amount of traffic on CSAH 37 and 19, the misaligned intersection is causing confusing traffic movements for motorists. Compl icating the intersection is the proximity of the 1-94 east-bound off-ramp and the Burlington Northern Railroad crossing. School buses traveling east on CSAH 37 cannot completely turn north-bound on CSAH 19 before having to stop for the railroad crossing. This leaves the back end of the bus hanging out in the south-bound lane of CSAH 19, creating a significant safety problem. CSAH 19 is also classified as a minor arterial roadway and extends from Rockford throughout Hanover, st. Michael, Albertville, otsego and finally connecting with CSAH 39 in northern Wright County. The roadway through Albertville is a rural 2-lane bituminous surface with a traffic count of 5,000 ADT between TH 241 and CSAH 37, and 2,450 ADT between CSAH 37 and CSAH 39. The intersection of CSAH 19 and 1-94 consists of a half diamond interchange, with the west-bound on-ramp and the east-bound off- ramp the only access points. Full movement to 1-94 in Albertville is achieved at CSAH 37. . The Wright County Transportation study indicated that CSAH 19 would eventually be connected to the future TH 610 via CSAH 30 in Hennepin County. ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL October 16, 1995 4It Page 2 of 6 The increasing amount of traffic using CSAH 37 and CSAH 19 has caused a significant safety problem at the intersection of CSAH 37 and 19. The County has found it desirable to move the intersection south to 61st street. This new intersection would provide better spacing between the intersection, the I-94 off-ramp, and the railroad crossing. The increased spacing between the intersection and the railroad crossing will improve the turning movements for buses and trucks. The realigned CSAH 37 would swing south through undeveloped property to align with 61st street. This alignment is similar to an alignment proposed by the owners of the undeveloped property. Existing GIst street east of CSAH 19 would be upgraded to County standards. The relocated CSAH 37 would then connect to existing CSAH 37 just west of Lambert Avenue. This existing east intersection of CSAH 37 and CSAH 19 would become a cul-de-sac. CSAH 19 would maintain its current alignment. Additional right-of- way would be required to accommodate the additional lanes and center medians. 4It The total estimated cost for the project is $1.1 million. These costs are based on 1995 construction prices, and does not include land acquisition costs. Based on Wright County policy, the Ci ty share of the pro ject cost is approximate I y $200,000. No attempt has been made to determine land acquisition costs. With the exception of the John-George, Inc. property, there appears to be very little, if any, benefit to the abutting properties to which assessments can be assigned. In reviewing the John-George, Inc. concept sketch submitted to the City, it appears the road in the sketch has a simi I ar al ignment and I ength as realigned CSAH 37. Therefore, it seems reasonable that an equivalent length of City street could be assessed to the John- George property. Total length of street indicated on the John- George sketch is 800 feet. At a cost of $85.00 per foot, approximatel y $68,000 coul d be assessed pI us I and acquisition costs. The remaining $132,000 and land acquisition would be a City cost. 4It Another option Carlson reviewed is CSAH 19/I-94 Interchange. As was identified in the small area study of the Wright County Transportation Plan of 1994, the most probable option for the west- bound off-ramp at CSAH 19 is to build an off-loop in the northwest quadrant, combined with relocation of the existing west-bound on- ramp further to the north. The east-bound on-ramp opposite the existing east-bound off-ramp. Because of the proximity of this on- ramp to the east-bound off-ramp at the CSAH 37 interchange, an auxiliary lane may have to be provided to reduce the impacts of merging and weaving on the I-94 main line. ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL October 16, 1995 ~ Page 3 of 6 To accommodate the east-bound on-ramp, the east CSAH 37 intersection at CSAH 19 will have to be moved south to 61st street as has been previously identified. The cost to construct the west- bound off-ramp is estimated at $1.2 million. The east-bound on- ramp and auxiliary lane is estimated at $570,000. Total construction cost to complete the interchange is estimated at $3.2 million. This estimate is based on 1995 construction costs, does not incl ude engineering fees, and has been estimated without a soils investigation. Councilmember Berning and Mayor Potter were interested in footage that is likely unavailable for assessment due to lack of benefit. Footage is about 900 feet times $85 per foot for a total of $76,500 of costs unavailable for assessment. Councilmember Muyres and Anderson were concerned about how to pay for $300,000 plus in city costs when the City's general fund balance is insufficient to cover the six month working capi tal reserves. ~ Potter and Berning explained as Transportation Committee representatives to Wright County that a global view of the bigger picture for greater traffic flows would include increased freeway access. The increased freeway access, coupled with the intersection realignment, may make more logical sense. Muyres is concerned that realistically the City is not in a position to commit the City to any large projects. Mayor Potter is focusing on improved traffic flow benefit and an enhanced development commercial/industrial base. Muyres is concerned about funding from the city. Berning feels the affected businesses and those in the area would benefit. Muyres feels we need to prioritize our capital improvement program before we commit on the project. Further, concern exists over total costs. Pete Carlson felt he could estimate costs within 95% probability of the final dollar amount. City Administrator Hale reviewed the CSAH 19/37 Intersection Realignment in conjunction to the 1-94 Freeway access and explained that County Commissioner Jude asked the City to take a global view. City Engineer Carlson then presented a map showing the global view of transportation traffic flows. Carlson discussed a need for a plan to deal with CSAH 19/37 ~ and 1-94 Freeway Interchange. Need a detail traffic analysis and ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL October 16, 1995 ~ Page 4 of 6 tie in need for a regional river crossing and a link to 610. Muyres was interested in a Transportation Task Force. Carlson wants a couple of councilmembers and SEH engineers. Potter would like to know if the County could increase its share of funding. Engineer Carlson feels the project costs are tough for the City to absorb without the ability to assess. Carlson recommends a delay of the project to formulate a bigger picture. Lori Karns, real tor, presented a scenaria of buyers not following alignment. Pete Carlson stated we need to move ahead and get a record with the landowners and notice them of property road alignment. Anderson made a motion, supported by Vetsch, to adopt resolution 1995-49 entitled RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE CSAH 19/37 INTERSECTION RELOCATION PROJECT. All voted aye. ~ Consensus of the Council and Engineer: Task Force Transportation expectations Councilmember Vetsch and Engineer Carlson discussed formulating a plan with the costs and what the risks there are for each plan. Pete Carlson discussed the process on land acquisition. The consenus of the Council was that they wanted to authorize SEH to work with Wright County on right-of-way. Liz Mapping. prepared plans. stockman of NAC, Inc. was present to discuss City Base Stockman explained to the Council how the City maps are and maintained. uti Ii ty maps, zoning maps, and Comp Carlson explained existing maps are updated by hand today. Stockman explained once map is in computer, it can be updated quickly. The City retains ownership of the product. Liz Stockman offered four parts: (1) Base map - $3,613 (2) Zoning & utilities - $2,040 (3) Optional added features - per project cost (4) Printing - per project cost ~ ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL October 16, 1995 ~ Page 5 of 6 Berning made a motion, seconded by Muyres, discussion of City mapping to November 6, 1995. Vetsch and Muyres voted aye. Anderson voted carried. to table further Berning, Potter, no. The motion Mayor Potter opened discussion on joint meetings of Otsego and Albertville. Potter recommended to go forward with annexation and ten years taxes offered in compensation for land. Potter made a motion, seconded by Vetsch, to adopt RESOLUTION '1995-50. Albertville desires to annex the Kenco and D'Aigle parcels east of Kadler to north of 70th street and will pay the City of Otsego $5,000 per year for a period of ten years. Potter and Vetsch voted aye. Anderson, Berning and Muyres voted no. The motion failed. Further discussion by Councilmembers was compensation and support or compromise should annexation process for the two parcels. held on what be made in an . Councilmember Muyres stated the City of Otsego is interested in joint services. Anderson made a motion, seconded by Berning, to notify the Municipal Board that there is an impasse and no agreement has been reached between the ci ti es of Al bert vi 11 e and Otsego regarding annexation/detachment of the Kenco and D'Aigle properties and to authorize the mayor to send a letter to the Municipal Board on behal f of the Ci ty Counci 1. Anderson Berning, and Potter voted aye. Vetsch and Muyres voted no. The motion carried. Concerns by the City Coucnil were expressed that no further monies be expended on the annexation/detachment proceedings of the Kenco and D'Aigle properties. Muyres and Berning reviewed investment firms wi th the Council. Firms interviewed by the Finance Committee are Smith Barney, Dean Wi t ter Reynol ds, Merri 11 Lynch, Dain Bosworth and Norwest Financial Services. Muyres made a motion, seconded by Vetsch, to adopt RESOLUTION '1995-51 entitled A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING DEPOSITORIES BY AMENDING RESOLUTION '1995-1 and to authorize the City Treasurer and Finance Committee to move the City's investments currently with Piper Jaffrey to Dain Bosworth effective October 16, 1995. All voted aye. . . . . ALBERTVILLE CITY COUNCIL October 16, 1995 Page 6 of 6 Ci ty Engineer Carlson held discussion on sal t sheds and related costs. He discussed steel buildings and creosote buildings. Costs reviewed at $12,000+. Carlson is looking into downsizing the building to 20' X 30' or a size that costs under $10,000. Muyres made a motion to adjourn the motion. All voted aye. .LA~~ ;Z ~ Garrison L. Hale, Deputy Clerk at 9:50 PM. Berning seconded /JINI~ Michael Potter, Mayor