2.3.
CC Work Session
- Meeting Date:
- 10/29/2013
Information
Title:
PLANNING COMMISSION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (EDA) : Review Alternatives for Highway 10 Access Planning Study; Case of Minnesota Department of Transportation (Mn/DOT)
(Anticipated Start Time = 7:30 p.m.)
(Anticipated Start Time = 7:30 p.m.)
Purpose/Background:
The purpose of this case is to receive a presentation from Bolton and Menk (consultant to Mn/DOT) to review alternatives to be presented as part of the Highway 10 Access Planning Study.
Mn/DOT and Anoka County, in cooperation with the Cities of Ramsey and Anoka, are conducting the Hwy 10 Access Planning Study to re-examine and identify the ultimate amount of access, types of access and locations of access to Highway 10 between the Anoka/Sherburne County line and the Rum River.
The following is information from the Mn/DOT website:
Based upon traffic volumes and safety concerns along this stretch of Hwy 10, project partners agree a freeway is the proper vision for this corridor. However, considering overall state and federal funding levels, it will be challenging to expand this portion of Hwy 10 to a freeway within the current 20-year planning horizon. Therefore, an alternative approach to incrementally improve safety and mobility on Highway 10 is needed in the short-term. The intent of this study is to identify high-benefit improvements that are fiscally responsible so that improvements can be funded, programmed and implemented incrementally to improve the corridor’s mobility and safety, for motorists and pedestrians, in a timely manner. The study is anticipated to be completed over the next twelve (12) months and include a variety of forms of input.
It is important to note that the intent of this study is not focused on the long term solution for Highway 10, but interim safety and mobility solutions based on recent crash history until the ultimate vision is achieved. Staff continues to express to Mn/DOT the importance of a long term solution in a timely manner. In order to best focus Staff involvement in the study preparation, Staff has prepared a Policy Statement, which was reviewed by the City Council on July 23, 2013.
Mn/DOT has prepared a Problem Statement aimed at guiding the purpose of this specific study. Mn/DOT acknowledges that the long-term vision of the study area is conversion to freeway status. This study aims at interim improvements that will increase safety and mobility as incremental steps towards the larger goal. Mn/DOT has reiterated importance of including current financial conditions as it relates to freeway conversion. Staff was successful in securing language in the Problem Statement that maintains the ultimate vision and focus on incremental improvements that will eventually lead to said vision.
The study is broadly organized between Community Input and Technical Input. In terms of technical input, a Project Management Team of Mn/DOT staff is guiding the overall effort with technical assistance and facilitation provided by Bolton and Menk, Inc. This PMT meets monthly. Community input is provided by a combination of a Study Advisory Committee (SAC), City Coordination Meetings, Public Open Houses, Business/Stakeholder Meetings, and Elected Officials Meeting.
Study Advisory Committee
The Study Advisory Committee is comprised of Staff from each of the agencies (cities of Ramsey and Anoka, Mn/DOT, Anoka County, and the Metropolitan Council). The City Engineer and Development Services Manager represent the City on this committee.
City Coordination Meetings
City Coordination Meetings are generally held quarterly as a precursory to the scheduled Open Houses and Stakeholder Meetings. These meetings are held with Staff from each of the cities in preparation for the public meetings.
Public Open House
Public open houses are scheduled through out the study as opportunity to provide input to study details and alternatives.
Business and Stakeholder Meetings
Stakeholder meetings are scheduled as a more focused follow up to the public open houses, and includes Property Owners directly impacted by potential alternatives.
Elected Officials Meetings
Elected officials meetings are also scheduled as follow to the public meetings and for guidance and recommendations on policy questions.
Mn/DOT is planning on hosting an Open House in November or December to present alternative solutions to address the Problem Statement (attached). Bolton and Menk has prepared a Toolkit for review that contains various alternatives that may be able to be applied to Highway 10. Mn/DOT requested to review these alternatives with the City Council and advisory boards prior to publishing information regarding the next Open House. The intent of this case is to receive a presentation by Bolton and Menk on the Toolkit and provide feedback to assist in the preparation of the next Open House.
More information can be found on the Mn/DOT project webpage, accessible through www.cityoframsey.com/Highway10.
Mn/DOT and Anoka County, in cooperation with the Cities of Ramsey and Anoka, are conducting the Hwy 10 Access Planning Study to re-examine and identify the ultimate amount of access, types of access and locations of access to Highway 10 between the Anoka/Sherburne County line and the Rum River.
The following is information from the Mn/DOT website:
Based upon traffic volumes and safety concerns along this stretch of Hwy 10, project partners agree a freeway is the proper vision for this corridor. However, considering overall state and federal funding levels, it will be challenging to expand this portion of Hwy 10 to a freeway within the current 20-year planning horizon. Therefore, an alternative approach to incrementally improve safety and mobility on Highway 10 is needed in the short-term. The intent of this study is to identify high-benefit improvements that are fiscally responsible so that improvements can be funded, programmed and implemented incrementally to improve the corridor’s mobility and safety, for motorists and pedestrians, in a timely manner. The study is anticipated to be completed over the next twelve (12) months and include a variety of forms of input.
It is important to note that the intent of this study is not focused on the long term solution for Highway 10, but interim safety and mobility solutions based on recent crash history until the ultimate vision is achieved. Staff continues to express to Mn/DOT the importance of a long term solution in a timely manner. In order to best focus Staff involvement in the study preparation, Staff has prepared a Policy Statement, which was reviewed by the City Council on July 23, 2013.
Mn/DOT has prepared a Problem Statement aimed at guiding the purpose of this specific study. Mn/DOT acknowledges that the long-term vision of the study area is conversion to freeway status. This study aims at interim improvements that will increase safety and mobility as incremental steps towards the larger goal. Mn/DOT has reiterated importance of including current financial conditions as it relates to freeway conversion. Staff was successful in securing language in the Problem Statement that maintains the ultimate vision and focus on incremental improvements that will eventually lead to said vision.
The study is broadly organized between Community Input and Technical Input. In terms of technical input, a Project Management Team of Mn/DOT staff is guiding the overall effort with technical assistance and facilitation provided by Bolton and Menk, Inc. This PMT meets monthly. Community input is provided by a combination of a Study Advisory Committee (SAC), City Coordination Meetings, Public Open Houses, Business/Stakeholder Meetings, and Elected Officials Meeting.
Study Advisory Committee
The Study Advisory Committee is comprised of Staff from each of the agencies (cities of Ramsey and Anoka, Mn/DOT, Anoka County, and the Metropolitan Council). The City Engineer and Development Services Manager represent the City on this committee.
City Coordination Meetings
City Coordination Meetings are generally held quarterly as a precursory to the scheduled Open Houses and Stakeholder Meetings. These meetings are held with Staff from each of the cities in preparation for the public meetings.
Public Open House
Public open houses are scheduled through out the study as opportunity to provide input to study details and alternatives.
Business and Stakeholder Meetings
Stakeholder meetings are scheduled as a more focused follow up to the public open houses, and includes Property Owners directly impacted by potential alternatives.
Elected Officials Meetings
Elected officials meetings are also scheduled as follow to the public meetings and for guidance and recommendations on policy questions.
Mn/DOT is planning on hosting an Open House in November or December to present alternative solutions to address the Problem Statement (attached). Bolton and Menk has prepared a Toolkit for review that contains various alternatives that may be able to be applied to Highway 10. Mn/DOT requested to review these alternatives with the City Council and advisory boards prior to publishing information regarding the next Open House. The intent of this case is to receive a presentation by Bolton and Menk on the Toolkit and provide feedback to assist in the preparation of the next Open House.
More information can be found on the Mn/DOT project webpage, accessible through www.cityoframsey.com/Highway10.
Timeframe:
The next Open House is scheduled for December, 2013.
Funding Source:
The Access Planning Study is a Mn/DOT study, with participation from the cities of Ramsey and Anoka, Anoka County, and Mn/DOT. City participation in the study is being handled as part of normal Staff duties.
Responsible Party(ies):
The City Engineer and Development Services Manager are a part of the Study Advisory Committee (SAC).
Outcome:
Attachments
- Study Area Map
- Issues Map
- Problem Statement
- Ramsey Policy Statement
- Study Schedule
- Public Involvement
- Decision Making Matrix
- Access Brochure
- Toolkit
Form Review
| Inbox | Reviewed By | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Bruce Westby | Bruce Westby | 10/23/2013 04:00 PM |
| Kurt Ulrich | Kurt Ulrich | 10/24/2013 03:30 PM |
- Form Started By:
- Tim Gladhill
- Started On:
- 10/15/2013 03:30 PM
- Final Approval Date:
- 10/24/2013