Consider Application for MnDOT Cooperative Agreement Program Related to the Future Armstrong Boulevard and TH 10 Interchange

The TH 10 and Armstrong Boulevard interchange project continues to advance through the environmental assessment process.  The proposed frontage road system along the south side of TH 10 includes an extension of Riverdale Drive to Traprock Street (see attached alignment).  MnDOT offers a cooperative agreement program, which could fund a portion of this frontage road work if it provides a benefit to their trunk highway system.  This program was identified as a potential funding source for a portion of the larger project.

We will be scheduling a meeting with MnDOT staff to discuss our anticipated request under this program, and evaluate the frontage road project in relation to the larger scope of improvements being contemplated in this area.  Staff wants to discuss this matter with Council; to outline our proposal and address any concerns related to potential roadway reconfigurations and/or access revisions along TH 10.

A City resolution requesting funding under this program is required so, if directed by Council to proceed with an application, an item will be placed on the August 23rd consent agenda.

There is no funding request associated with this case but depending on the results of the meeting with MnDOT, staff may request funding in the future to compile and complete the application materials.  Once we have an idea of whether MnDOT would be supportive of our potential application we can evaluate what additional work would be necessary to complete the application and come back to Council for consideration of funding (if necessary).

Based upon discussion.