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Mr. Tinklenberg commented that there is a great opportunity to finish the funding this year, and <br />next, as there is momentum that has been gained. He appreciated the comment of where this has <br />come from, especially where Ramsey was just a few years ago. He commented that the City is <br />close to having $92,000,000 in hand and that says a great deal about the leadership of the City in <br />keeping that momentum going. He commented that the work the City and County have been doing <br />to improve the design to not only improve traffic flow but also realize cost savings. <br /> <br />Councilmember Musgrove asked if there would be an invite extended to Representative Emmer in <br />regard to the Federal dollars. She asked when it would be known as to the cost savings that could <br />be gained. <br /> <br />Mr. MacPherson replied that over the next few weeks they will look at the original estimate and <br />compare that to the value engineering to ensure that everything is well identified and in the right <br />categories. He stated that they may choose to move forward with the original estimate or may <br />choose to reduce the project estimate consistent with the value engineering estimates. He <br />commented that this project is going in the right direction with a great team. <br /> <br />Mr. Tinklenberg commented that they have a great working relationship with Representative <br />Emmer’s office, and they have been working on language issues that provide context for this to <br />continue to move forward. He noted that is also true of the offices of Senators Smith and <br />Klobuchar as well. <br /> <br />Councilmember Musgrove commented that it is good to hear that support to help move this <br />forward. <br /> <br />Mr. Tinklenberg commented that a lot will depend on what happens with COVID and whether <br />people will host in person meetings. He stated that it may be helpful to consider a trip to DC in <br />the spring to have some conversations about the project and reinforce support for the project. <br /> <br />Representative Heinrich asked for input on whether this would be competition for Highway 65. <br /> <br />Mr. MacPherson acknowledged that Blaine is excited about that project and that is their priority. <br />He stated that the priority of Anoka County continues to be Highway 10 at this time until that <br />project is done. He noted that Blaine is attempting to move forward on a segment of 65 this year, <br />th <br />south of 105 and will pursue bonding for a design development at this time. He stated that the <br />County continues to focus on Highway 10. <br /> <br />Representative Heinrich thanked Mr. Tinklenberg and Mr. MacPherson for their efforts and open <br />communication throughout this process. <br /> <br />Mr. Tinklenberg commented that one of the huge advantages for Highway 10 is that these would <br />be the last dollars to complete the project. He noted that this would also add value to job creation <br />and economic development. <br /> <br />Mayor Kuzma thanked everyone for coming and speaking tonight. <br /> <br />City Council Work Session / January 26, 2021 <br />Page 6 of 9 <br /> <br />