Minutes - Public Works Committee - 03/19/2019

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City Engineer Westby confirmed that he did speak with Barr Engineering, who estimated the cost between $20,000 and $25,000. He noted that the City of Andover also utilized Barr Engineering for their update. Councilmember Kuzma asked if the County would participate on cost-sharing. City Engineer Westby replied not to his knowledge. Mr. Biernat stated that the cities, with the County, put together information on a website Know the Flow, which makes the information available to the general public through education and outreach. He stated that he is a part of the County health department and not the State health department, therefore the County does not have control over this measure. Councilmember Kuzma asked if this would qualify for grant funds through the Lower Rum River Water Management Organization (LRRWMO). City Engineer Westby stated that he did not think that this project would qualify but noted that he could surely ask. He provided additional details on the grant funds available to watersheds through the water-based funding. He explained that the WHPP requires amending every ten years. 6.02: Staff Updates on Improvement Projects and Items of Interest City Engineer Westby provided an update on the City improvement projects, Anoka County improvement projects, MnDOT improvement projects and the Northwest Metro Surface Water Supply Feasibility Study. City Administrator Ulrich stated that there was a press conference at the City of Anoka earlier today where the Governor and others advocated for the gas tax to be able to help support road projects, such as the Ferry Street rail crossing. He stated that the probability of flooding in Ramsey is low in regard to the Rum and Mississippi rivers. Chairperson Riley stated that he continues to receive complaints on the condition of Highway 47 in Anoka and asked if there is scheduled improvement. Public Works Superintendent Riemer replied that he is not aware of improvements planned, outside of pothole repair. He confirmed that he has called and left messages on the pothole complaint line for MnDot after receiving calls from residents. City Engineer Westby commented that MnDOT has plans for 2022 to overlay Highway 47 from Highway 10 through a significant portion of Ramsey. He stated that if certain projects in Anoka move forward, that may impact that schedule. He noted that staff can speak with MnDOT and bring information back to the next meeting. Councilmember Kuzma stated that he received a complaint from a resident on Jarvis, as there were problems with the culvert system. He stated that staff has been to the property and has Public Works Committee / March 19, 2019 Page 3 of 4