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= Commission Profile Rum River Banks Improvement Comma . ...~ stage and is lool<ing at dl'- ferent ideas for implementa- tion. If you have suggestions or want information on meet- ing times and dates, please contact one of these members or the City Planner (Kirk Cor- son) at 421-6630, extension 183. <>~.~~<>~.~~~ ,- Tri.City Newsletter, July/August 1985 - Page 11 The Rum River Bridge On Schedule J Anoka's Main Street bridge over the Rum River has been serving the people for 132 years. The first bridge constructed in 1853 was a timber bridge built by the territorial govern- ment for ox cart crossings. It washed out in 1857 and the river ferry returned. Second bridge was built in the winter of 1859 and 1860. It was a "timber through truss" type. An 1869 sketch is in the Com- munity Room at City Hall. Third' bridge was a "steel beam span" type. No record of construction or demolition dates. 1894 photo avaiable. Fourth bridge was a "steel arch." No record of construc- tion'. Demolition was in 1940. A 1935 photo available. Fifth bridge was a "concrete arch." It was constructed in 1941 Mnl DOT Bridge No. 5875. It served until. 1985_ 1941 photo avail- able. it was' named the Dr. James F. Kline Memorial Bridge. Sixth bridge renova- tion started in mid April 1985. Completion is planned for mid October 1985. The arches, east and west abutments will re- main in place. Everything else will be new with modern de- sign and materials. Prior to construction the bridge was structurally safe. Continued on page 12 D The Anoka Police Report Continued from page 10 Buy any new Renault and get a check that'll pay for 10,000 miles worth of gasoline*. . New 1985 Renault models delivered by July 31, 1985. Based on combined EPA MPG at $1.25 per gallon. Dealer particition may affect vehicle cost. possible, walk with a friend. Don't be a hitchhiker. Don't pick up hitchhikers. Be alert in crowds where piCkpockets do their best work. When you take out your wallet, don't reveal your money. Don't flash your casn for fun, e' :her Alvfays loc.. JOur dOCYS a~ windoYls, Burglary Prevention: Many homes are guarded only by spring-latch door locks. Install good deadbolt locks and lock them. Don't advertise your vaca- tion plans. Join Operation Identifica- tion and call 911 if you see something suspicious. In the City of Anoka, there were 127 residential burglaries in 1984. Auto Theft: One-fifth of all crimes in the United S'a'es are a....o .....e'.s A c:." - ... ~ , , . - ca...se : .'.a!l .:..S, .0 "0 !l0_ Eighty percent of cars stolen were left unlocked and 42% had the keys left inside. Leav- ing the keys in the ignition is an invitation to thieves. Leav- ing keys in the ignition is also against the law. In the City of Anoka, there were 60 autos stolen in 1984. , ~ Now from Renault: 10,000 MILES OF GAS AND 50,000 MILES OR 5 YEARS OF PROTECTION- PLUS Committee members at work on the riverbank. As we do each issue, we spotlight the work of one of the advisory boards and com- missions that assist the Anoka City Council and staff in mak- ing Anoka a better place to live. Board and Commission members volunteer their time and expertise to advise and make recommendations to Anoka City Council in specific areas of City business. This month we highlight the impor- tant work of the RUM RIVER BANKS IMPROVEMENT COM- M ITTEE: The City of Anoka recently formed the Rum. River Banks Improvement Committee to help resolve problems cur- rently affecting this scenic waterway known as the Rum River. Some of the concerns include erosion, trash ac- cumulation, lack of access points to the river, trails, and general apathy regarding the river's aesthetic qualities and panorama. Although just getting start- ed, this committee has already noted the need for aquatic rec- reation and walkways to allow residents access along the river without the hindrance of traffic. It is further recognized that improving the "Rum" will improve the image otAnoka as a whole. By integrating the commercial district with this waterway, as will be done VJith the Main Street pede:strian .. underpass, shoppers and busi- ness employees alike can en- hance their shopping experi- ence by enjoying riverfront scenery. Where once the Rum River was the center of activity for grist and saw mills, where presently the river remains un- noticed to all but a few fisher- men and people strolling about Riverside Park, there will exist a river with trails and amenities sufficient to draw the attention and interest of the public. Members of the Rum River Banks Improvement Commit- tee consist of the following people: Executive Committee John Weaver Jerry Jacob Robert W. Johnson Don Melrose Committee Members Paul Bakke Paul Pierce III Ken Nold Lyle McLaughlin Bud Redepenning . Mary Pierce L. Joe Ridge AI Springer Gene Gardner Diane Henning William C. Merritt Ed Treska Wayne L. Johnson The Rum River Banks Im- provement Committee is presently in the goal-setting I , , ~ l' ,'[ RENAULT ,.. Jeep HURRY! GAS OFFER ENDS JULY 31st. '-- SALES, PARTS, SERVICE BODY SHOP 421.4950 (jieeJlleegtl ----- ~- 6514 Hwy. 10 NW Ramsey, MN ~