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Elk Elk River Comp ehensive Plan R1Ver P. , Economic Development. Elk River's economy is tied to the regional economy to some extent. In fact, most of Elk River's labor force commutes to a job in another community outside of the City. Consequently, Elk River should coordinate with other jurisdictions to ensure that the regional economy is healthy. Transportation. The transportation system involves many jurisdictions — some of which have goals, objectives and resources that differ from those of the City, but nonetheless transportation must work as a cohesive system. It is critical that Elk River and pertinent neighboring and overlapping jurisdictions coordinate on transportation issues. Key areas where intergovernmental collaboration is necessary include: Highway 10 corridor improvements and enhancements; Highway 169 corridor improvements and enhancements; Pedestrian and bicycling crossings; Truck traffic issues associated with aggregate and sand mining areas, plants and the landfill; Railroad at -grade crossing areas; Continued future planning with the Northstar Commuter Rail; Potential road turn -back candidates; and Public transit. Utilities. Elk River and its neighboring communities have coordinated and should continue to coordinate on water supply, sanitary sewer, and electrical supply issues. In particular, Elk River and pertinent neighboring communities should continue to review and adjust joint powers agreements relating to shared services. Elk River and neighboring communities should also coordinate on Elk River's plans to extend utilities to the outer boundaries of the City. Surface Water Management. Surface water is not constrained by political boundaries. The way Elk River handles its surface water affects the surface water in neighboring communities. Likewise, Elk River's surface water is affected by neighboring communities. Consequently, it is important that all jurisdictions have a shared vision and approach to handling surface water management. Elk River and neighboring communities should continue to coordinate with Sherburne County, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency, and others. Small Area Studies As the mining activities cease and municipal utilities get extended beyond the current utility boundary limits, further study and analysis will be necessary. In particular, the area surrounding the Highway 169 corridor north to the City limits, and the area at the intersection of Highway 169 and County Road 33 will be of particular interest. A study on land use and needed public improvements will be necessary. While planning for these areas may be several years away, further analysis and study of these corridors is vital to the success of the area long term. Chapter 3: Using the Plan / 15