Laserfiche WebLink
ARTICLE IV. DUTIES OF THE AUTHORITY <br /> <br />The duties of the Authority shall include the following: <br /> <br />Co <br /> <br />Fo <br /> <br /> The Authority shall receive and manage ISTEA grant funding in accordance with <br /> all applicable rules, regulations and other requirements by the Federal Transit <br /> Administration. <br /> The Authority shall assess the need for and analyze the feasibility of multi-modal <br /> transportation improvements in the Corridor, including highway improvements, <br /> commuter and freight rail, recreational trails, ITS, safety and related land use <br /> issues. <br /> <br /> The Authority shall establish such advisory committees and task forces as <br /> needed for the purpose of receiving public input and shall identify appropriate <br /> interested parties, and develop guidelines for public participation. <br /> <br /> The Authority shall conduct environmental evaluations, as required by law. <br /> <br /> The Authority shall coordinate its activities as necessary with Burlington <br /> <br />Northern Railroad, the Minnesota Department of Transportation, affected <br />airports, the Metropolitan Council, the St. Cloud Planning Organization, and <br />other necessary entities. <br /> <br />The Authority shall prepare reports addressing implementation issues, including <br />but not limited to ownership, operation, construction, start-up and financing. The <br />Authority shall also prepare a report addressing the on-going implementation <br />responsibilities of the Authority, if any, and shall make recommendations <br />regarding the composition, powers and duties of the Authority for <br />implementation. <br /> <br />4 <br /> <br /> <br />