Minutes - Public Works Committee - 03/18/2025

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6. COMMITTEE / STAFF INPUT 6.01: Review Gravel Road Elimination Program Funding Options City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby reviewed the staff report providing updated project costs for the Gravel Road Elimination Program (GREP). He stated that the intention for tonight is to discuss project prioritizations and funding sources. Councilmember Riley asked if TIF 14 has available funds. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby replied that TIF 14 does have funds available, but was unsure of the amount. He stated his understanding is a portion of TIF 14 funds are reserved for one or more2026 projects and noted he can present more informationon available TIF funds at a future meeting to continue discussions. Councilmember Riley commented that he would like to have the additional TIF fund information, and any other funds that could potentially be available. He recognized that while the City has gone away from assessments, he believed that assessments could be considered as an option for the GREP. City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby confirmed that staff could look into what a reasonable assessment could be for that type of improvement. 6.02: Receive Updates on Improvement Projects, Studies, and Items of Interest City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby provided an update on current and proposed City, County, and MnDOT improvement projects and studies, and on other items of interest to the Committee. 6.03: Review Future Topics Calendar City Engineer/Public Works Director Westby noted an upcoming meeting with MnDOT for the TH 47 trail connection and advised staff would have an update at the next meeting. 7. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Councilmember Riley, seconded by Councilmember Olson, to adjourn the Public Works Committee meeting. Motion carried. The regular meeting of the Public Works Committee adjourned at 6:28 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Public Works Committee / March 18, 2025 Page 4 of 5