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City Council Minutes February 3, 2025 --------- Page 4 of 5 would prefer grade separation, but that is not a reality right now. He also stated that the J-Turn would not reduce speeds. He further explained that MnDOT is not an agency for mobility anymore, it is in preservation. There is a greenhouse gas VMT bill that limits MnDOT's ability to make mobility improvements in the future without mitigation being done. Mayor Dietz confirmed with Mr. Femrite that the studies recommended adding the J-Turns. Mr. Femrite stated the studies support the 3/4 J-Turn intersection being the safest solution and best serving mobility. Mayor Dietz asked Capstone how long it would take to build the 538 houses. Mr. Barker stated about 6–8 years for the 538 houses to be finished. Mayor Dietz then stated that the traffic would not be fully impacted right away, it would be a gradual increase. Mayor Dietz asked if the city has any costs for this or would it all be Capstone's. Mr. Femrite said he thinks Capstone would be looking for help with the costs. Mayor Dietz asked if it would be eligible for state aid dollars. Mr. Femrite stated yes it would be if the city would consider supplementing costs in the name of safety and mobility. Mayor Dietz asked if there would be a cost estimate. Mr. Femrite stated not at this time. Mr. Barker added to get a permit to build, there has to be a design for access. Also, they set aside funding of $200,000 for improvements to Highway 10, but they are looking to talk about the costs. Councilmember Grupa asked if they thought the length of the trucks would be able to do the J-Turns. Mr. Femrite stated he thinks the longer loads, beyond standard-length tractor-trailers, would probably gravitate toward the 165th intersection. Mr. Barker asked MnDOT how they incorporated into the design for truck traffic to make the J-Turns. Mr. Gade explained the turning radius is obviously always a concern, so they make what they call loons, which is extra pavement added on the side of the turn radius. Mr. Barker stated they would like to see some guidance sooner rather than later regarding the design for access. He explained that to submit the PUD and the preliminary plat they need an agreement with the design with the city and with MnDOT. Staff will continue to work with all parties to move forward with the recommended access design as supported being the safest and most efficient from the Traffic Impact Study. 12. MOTION TO ADJOURN Moved by Councilmember Wagner and seconded by Councilmember Beyer to adjourn the meeting of the City Council. Motion Carried 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m. Minutes prepared by Jolene Richter.