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yj <br /> Lynnette Roshell, <br /> State Aid Engineer, and State Representative for the <br /> Federal Lands Access Program <br /> Subject: Ramsey's funding application <br /> Dear Ms. Roshell, <br /> I am writing this letter to strongly request that you support the City of Ramsey's proposal for <br /> Federal Lands Access Program funding for their pedestrian bridge project. I am the owner of <br /> Ramsey Bicycle,and my business and livelihood is dependent on people having trails,bridges <br /> and safe roadways to pedal. <br /> Ramsey Bicycle is on Hwy 10,and I can tell you firsthand by observation and feedback from the <br /> Ramsey Cycling Club members,that highway's like this can be intimidating to cross, much less <br /> ride on—especially so for less experienced riders. When planning rides,we look for the safest <br /> routes with minimum conflicts. The bridge proposed is exactly the kind of well thought-out, <br /> connected systems we seek. Our long distance rides include those with services (restrooms, <br /> coffee shops and cafes) like those in The COR. Funding the project will benefit small business <br /> owners like me,who in turn employ local people who reinvest their income in the area. <br /> As a business owner who makes payroll,pays property taxes,as well as significant State and <br /> Federal income tax—Ramsey's proposed bicycle and pedestrian bridge is exactly the kind of <br /> project 1 want my Federal contributions to be directed towards. <br /> In conclusion, I would add,that the Northstar Commuter Rail Line is increasingly used for biking <br /> trips. Linking it to the regional park and Mississippi River Trail stretches our transportation <br /> investments further, provides more opportunities and adds to what our state and federal taxes <br /> have been used for—I encourage you to fund the "Mississippi skyway". Thanks for your <br /> consideration. <br /> Sincerely, <br /> Al Adams, <br /> Ramsey Bicycle <br /> www.ramseybicycles.com <br />