Agenda - Public Works Committee - 08/20/2024

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From: Fiorini,Alexander James To: Bruce Westbv Cc: Cobb,Kyle J; Fiorini,Alexander James Subject: RE:Alpine Drive railway crossing in City of Ramsey Date: Monday,November 6,2023 7:19:06 PM Attachments: image001.png Bruce, Thank you for reaching out. I handle BNSF public projects for the state of Minnesota. It is my understanding that one of the crossings is new and the other is still old, resulting in an elevation difference. To mitigate the issue at this crossing, there's really only two things that can be done: 1. The city can re-asphalt the approaches to account for a longer and more gradual transition 2. The other track crossing can be replaced to match the height of the other crossing At this point in the year, I don't think either of these are able to be done before the ground starts freezing. If the city would like to partner with BNSF on option 2, this is something we could certainly tackle in the spring. If we are replacing a crossing, we generally ask the road authority to contribute half the cost ($1,000/LF) and provide asphalt and traffic control for the project. In this case, we have a 40' crossing, so we would look for the city to provide a lump sum contribution of$40,000. If the city is agreeable, I can get a contract to you for review and signature. Thanks, Alex Fiorini, PE* Manager Public Projects o 763.782.3476 M 612.391.9572 Alexander.fiorini(@bnsf.com *Licensed in ND From: Bruce Westby<bwestbyCcDci.ramsey.mn.us> Date: November 6, 2023 at 16:04:09 CST To: "Cobb, Kyle J" <Kyle.Cobbftnsf.com_> Subject: RE:Alpine Drive railway crossing in City of Ramsey EXTERNAL EMAI L Hi, Kyle. Do you have any updates to share on this matter? Were you able to drive this crossing to better understand the City's concern? Bituminous plants will likely close soon, and it may be difficult for the City to safely clear snow and control ice on this crossing due to the significant hump that exists.