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City Council Minutes November 21, 2022 Page 5 where one of the access points should be located near the Elk River/Ramsey border. He also questioned the local cost share and if the city is prepared to cover it given there are still two years left of the Redline 169 Project. Mr. Femrite stated Ramsey and Anoka have gone through similar access management studies and left the area near our border open. He stated they have been included in our study and have not expressed concerns with our plans. He noted these are legislative funds, which historically has been different, and cost less, then MnDOT funding. Currently the city cost participation is unknown. Councilmember Wagner concurred with Councilmember Westgaard' s comments. She further stated it is too soon to submit this project as more work is needed. She noted there are a lot of closed access points proposed that will change the business landscape of the area and she doesn't feel the majority support of the businesses. Councilmember Beyer asked if there can be deviation from the plan that is submitted. He also questioned the stress of the current highway projects in Elk River and Anoka. Mr. Femrite stated there are numerous details needed throughout the project and the concepts are far from finalized and it could be up to five years before construction could begin. Steve Hickman, Furniture and Things 14848 209`' Avenue — Stated if the funding is available, he is in favor of moving forward with the grant submittal. He knows, from experience, in three years the project will not look like the current concept. He noted legislators indicated there is a lot of money available and it doesn't hurt to apply for funding. There is time to make changes knowing the project will eventually happen. Chad Lundquist, Riverview Sports, 17445 US Highway 10 — Stated he is a bit concerned about applying for this grant so quickly without a more solid plan. Councilmember Wagner agreed more discussion and support from area business owners is needed before a plan is approved. Mr. Femrite stated there is no guarantee the city will be selected but it's good to get Elk River's transportation issues on the radar. Moved by Councilmember Beyer and seconded by Councilmember Westgaard to approve the TH10/169 improvements for a Corridors of Commerce Grant submittal as outlined in the staff report. Motion carried 3-1. Councilmember Wagner opposed. 8.2 Committee Assignments Mayor Dietz outlined the following appointments effective January 1, 2023. ■ All current Councilmembers will remain on the Economic Development Authority R 0 N E R E 0 B V II ATURE