Agenda - Council - 03/14/2006 - Laserfiche WebLink

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Case #3 Consider Modifications to Municipal State Aid System Background: Staff explained the Municipal State Aid System consists of collector roadways, which are designated by the City and approved by the State to be part of the system. These roadways become eligible for funding from state gas tax revenues for both construction and maintenance. In 2006 the City will receive $749,910 as its total annual allocation. The amoum the City receives each year is dependant upon population and the estimated amount of dollars needed to bring the designated MSA system up to its construction standards. Cities are allowed to designate up to 20% of the certified mileage as MSA route, and with the recent construction from new development the City has additional mileage, which could be added to the system. New segments must start and terminate on the existing system and MnDOT must agree to the reasonableness to any proposed changes to the MSAS. The consensus of the Committee was to direct staff to include this topic on the schedule of the March Public Works Committee meeting, with staff to provide further information regarding the following MSA street extensions: · Extension through the area of the Boy Scout Camp to the City of Andover · Extension of Sunwood Drive · East/west connection from the Greg Bauer property to Central Park Action: Ratify the recommendation of the Public Works Committee. COMMITTEE/STAFF INPUT Public Works Director Kapler reported there was a fatal accident at the intersection of Alpine Drive and Sunfish Lake Boulevard. There is a double stop sing on both the east and west bound sides of Alpine Drive, as well as a Stop Ahead warning sign with reflection all the way down the post. Last year the County did aggressive right-of-way clearing on the east side of Sunfish Lake Boulevard. For some reason there continues to be issues at this intersection. After discussion of possible safety measures, the consensus of the Committee was to direct staff to provide further information regarding costs and what is allowed on MSA streets for the following safety measures at the intersection of Alpine Drive and Sunfish Lake Boulevard: · Rumble strips · Overhead warning device · Solar powered lights on the stop sign As previously communicated the county has installed a 4-way stop at the intersection. -261-