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I I I I I I I i Joint Powers Agreement Establishing the Northstar Corridor Development Authority By: Ryan Schroeder, City Administrator CASE Background: On March 11, 1997, by Resolution #9%03-053, Council provided support to the T.H. #10 Multi-Modal transportation corridor development. As part of this resolution, the City directed the Mayor and City Administrator to work toward development of a joint powers agreement to facilitate furtherance of the project. On March 18, 1997, we received a draR of the Joint Powers Agreement fi.om Anoka County. On March 24, 1997, we received comments fi.om Attorney Goodrich recommending changes to the agreement. On April 6, 1997, a meeting was held between parties eligible to be members of the organization contemplated by the agreement. On April 10, 1997, we received a second draft of the agreement from comments received at the April 6, 1997 meeting. This agreement is enclosed for your review and consideration. Several changes have been made to the agreement between drafts. Of the three suggested by Attorney Goodrich, two were addressed. The third relates to the concern that the organization purchase liability coverage. Council is reminded of the MPRS lawsuit wherein that organization, to which we were members, did not carry such insurance. The member cities were exposed to lawsuit expenses as a result. The language in this agreement allows for purchase of insurance coverage but does not mandate it. Whoever is appointed to the board from Ramsey should insure that that situation is addressed. The purpose of this joint powers organization is to provide an entity to analyze the feasibility and environmental impacts of integrated transportation improvements along the Highway #10 corridor. Included would be highway improvements, commuter and freight rail, recreational trails, ITS, safety, and related land use issues. It is an organization comprised of governments. The eligible membership includes the Counties and their rail authorities of Anoka, Hennepin, Steams, Sherburne, and Benton. Also included are all cities and townships within those counties. The board will consist of an elected official and alternate from each member jurisdiction. The alternate may be either an elected member or staff person. The initial funding of the organization is proposed to be fi.om outside sources. Revenues necessary beyond potential grant sources will be provided by the Counties and Rail Authorities. By July 1 of each year, the organization will develop a budget with a proposal for any contributions from members at that time. Council should note that in the first draft it was contemplated that Ramsey would contribute $2,000 towards start-up expenses. Therefore, it is reasonable to expect that a contribution request will be forthcoming for 1998.