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City of Elk - River To City Council Meeting Date June 17, 2024 Item Description Resolution 24-33: Variance Request for Dodge Avenue and 5th Street Intersection Request for Action Item Number 4.9 Prepared By Ryan Sandhoefner, Engineering Project Manager Reviewed by Justin Femrite Lori Stich Joe Stremcha Cal Portner Tina Allard Action Requested Adopt, by motion, Resolution 24-33 detailing the proposed variance of Dodge Avenue NW (MSA Route 118), 5th Street NW (MSA Route 117), and Line Avenue NW (MSA Route 136). Background/Discussion As part of the city's frontage/backage road project scheduled for 2025, 5th Street is set to be realigned to run continuously from Dodge Avenue to Line Avenue. This includes implementing a new cul-de-sac on Line Avenue just north of 184th Circle. Because these segments are part of the city's State Aid routes, they must conform to all State Aid road requirements unless otherwise approved by MnDOT State Aid Operations. Due to right-of-way restrictions and to keep the curve consistent with the rest of Dodge Avenue, staff recommends requesting a variance from State Aid rules to allow a 25 MPH curve at the intersection of Dodge Avenue NW and 5th Street NW in lieu of a 30 MPH curve. Part of the variance application includes the need for a formal resolution passed by the City Council. Financial Impact If the variance request is approved, it is estimated to save approximately $195,000 in right-of-way and pond relocation costs. Mission/Policy/Goal Responsible for every dollar - good stewards Attachments I. Resolution 24-33 2. Variance Request The Elk River Vision A avelcoming community with revolutionary and spirited resourcefulness, exceptional service, and community p p W E R E U A Y engagement that encourages and inspires prosperity 372