Minutes - Public Works Committee - 06/18/2013

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Motion carried. Voting Yes: Chairperson Backous, Councilmembers Kuzma and Riley. Voting No: None. 5.05: Review of Updated Costs for Reconstructing Andrie Street City Engineer Westby reviewed the staff report, past consideration that resulted in not furthering the Andrie Street reconstruction, and renewed interest on the part of numerous area residents to reconstruct Andrie Street and 165 Lane but not to construct sidewalks. He explained that since plans and specifications were completed for this project in 2008, it could be moved forward quickly should the City Council so desire, unless assessments are to be used to fund part of the improvement. If that is the City Council's desire, the corresponding public process per State Statute 429 would need to be followed. It was noted that since 2008, a petition has not been received requesting improvements. City Engineer Westby presented three alternatives: Alternate 1 — Recommend the City Council direct staff to update the 2008 feasibility report based on the original 2008 street reconstruction design (excluding sidewalks); Alternate 2 — Recommend the City Council direct staff to revise the 2008 feasibility report to reflect the inclusion of on -road bicycle lanes, in place of sidewalks; or, Alternate 3 — Motion for other recommendation or to do nothing. He advised that the City's MSA account has been depleted and other funds are earmarked for the Riverdale project. City Engineer Westby stated if the City Council supports Alternatives 1 or 2, no funding would be committed at this time and the funding analysis can then be completed prior to finalizing the feasibility report updates. Chairperson Backous asked if MSA could be used to fund part of Andrie Street. City Engineer Westby explained the MSA formula used to determine funding, usually about 50 %, not including things like utilities. He stated staff is asking whether it should update the feasibility report, which would be needed whether or not assessments are considered. City Engineer Westby noted by the time the feasibility report is completed, staff will have funding options ready to present to the Council for consideration. Chairperson Backous stated he wants it clear that these residents would not be responsible for the full cost because MSA funds have been used for other projects. City Administrator Ulrich stated properties can only be assessed up to the benefit to the property so the City will have to contribute something and in addition, it is an MSA street. He noted this project is over one mile, a big project, and the City needs to be consistent. Chairperson Backous noted there is also a substantial cost for waiting three to four years to complete this project. Councilmember Kuzma stated from his discussion with Andrie residents, he does not think they would support sidewalks but would support a bike path as a good alternative. Chairperson Backous agreed there is need for a bike path. Public Works Committee / June 18, 2013 Page 10 of 13