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between Armstrong Boulevard and Ramsey Boulevard. This work is included in the City's 10-year Capital Improvement Program, but will now be removed as a result of this JPA. In summary, the interim improvements to Bunker Lake Boulevard are proposed to include turn lane improvements between Armstrong Boulevard and Ramsey Boulevard at intersections with City Streets, which will benefit local traffic. The segment of Bunker Lake Boulevard between Ramsey Boulevard and Sunwood Drive is proposed to receive a new protected right turn lane for Connexus Energy's access. A signal system is proposed to be constructed at the intersection of Bunker Lake Boulevard and Sunwood Drive, along with widening of Sunwood Drive west of Bunker Lake Boulevard to accommodate protected left and right turn lanes. A protected left turn lane is also proposed east of Bunker Lake Boulevard. The addition of these left turn lanes on Sunwood Drive allows for flashing yellow arrow operations at this intersection. The segment of Bunker Lake Boulevard between Sunwood Drive and Sunfish Lake Boulevard is proposed to include a new concrete median island to restrict left turns into and out of the north driveway for ALTRON, as well as Basalt Street. However, protected left and right turn lanes are proposed on Bunker Lake Boulevard at 143rd Avenue to provide full protected turning movements at that intersection. Exhibit A (attached) shows the proposed improvements along the entire corridor. Staff will review the proposed improvements in more detail while presenting this case. The purpose of this case is to approve the attached Joint Powers Agreement, which outlines the City's cost share for these interim improvements. Staff will also provide more details on the attached JPA while presenting this case to Council. Notification: Notifications are not required for this case. Time Frame/Observations/Alternatives: Alternatives: Alternative #1 — Motion to adopt Resolution #21-222 approving Joint Powers Agreement with Anoka County for Interim Bunker Lake Boulevard/County Road 116 Improvements. Alternative #2 — Motion to deny adoption of Resolution #21-222 at this time. Funding Source: The City's total cost share is estimated to be $357,363.75. This amount will depend on final project costs. Exhibit B (attached) includes a detailed cost estimate and cost share calculations. The City's costs are proposed to be wholly or partially funded through TIF 14, with the possibility of using MSA funds to pay for a portion of the costs. Recommendation: Staff recommends alternative #1. However, alternative #2 can be selected if additional information is requested, which could then be presented on August l Oth. Outcome/Action: Adopt Resolution #21-222 approving Joint Powers Agreement with Anoka County for Interim Bunker Lake Boulevard/County Road 116 Improvements.