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City Council Muutes Page 2 October 1, 2007 MOTION CARRIED 3-0. • 4. Open Mike No one appeazed for open mike. Councilmember Moon arrived at 6:32 p.m. 5.1. MnDOT/SRF Proposal for Geometric and n ' ental Study on TH 10 in the Downtown Area Ms. Johnson began the discussion by presenting the staff report, which requested that Council authorize an amendment to the TH 169 contract by adding a portion of TH 10 to the already approved geometric and environmental srudy. Ms. Johnson stated that because federal funding is not anticipated for assisting in this study, and because the ultimate design of TH 10 is an integral part of defining the redevelopment and development of the aty, the TH 10 design study was included in the capital improvement plan with funding coming from the street reserve fund. Because this funding is coming from a reserve fund, and not the 2008 CIP as presented to council in August, work on this study can begin immediately and in conjunction with the TH 169 srudy. Mt. Maurer introduced Dave Montebello from SRF Consulting Group and Craig Robinson, MnDOT Project Manager District 3, who were present to answer questions. Mr. Montebello presented Council with information on the proposal to add TH 10 to the . existing geometric and environmental study authorized for TH 169. He explained the three main pieces of the study, which is an overall analysis of the highway and the streets surrounding it, the preliminary layout, and the environmental documartation. The study should begin in late February or early March 2008. Councilmember Morin asked if these studies aze being run together, are they considered two distinct projects. Mr. Montebello stated they are indeed two separate studies with two environmental assessments worksheets. Councilmember Morin asked if there was any more information at this time regazding potential grades of the highways. Mr. Montebello stated there were many ideas which are still being discussed, as well as discussions with Burlington Northern Railroad. The goal is to discuss options of gaining space and gaining good circulation of traffic between the downtown area and TH 1G9. Councilmember Farber asked iF the budgeted amount of $500,000 was realistic. Mr. Montebello stated he felt if the alternatives stayed at 3 (at grade, above grade, or below grade) then yes, this is a realistic figure. However, he stated the railroad may cause more changes which aze unknown at this time. Acting Mayor Gumphrey asked if the suggested time Frame was normal. •