Administration - Dan Schluender, City Engineer
Title
Initiate Project and Order Preparation of Feasibility Report for the 2023 Southeast Area Street Reconstructions, Improvement Project No. 23-08
Executive Summary
Council is being asked to initiate a 2023 Pavement Management Program project for the 2023 Southeast Area Street Reconstructions, Improvement Project No. 23-08.
Background
Attached is a map of the proposed Street Reconstruction Capital Improvement Program for the years 2023-2027. This proposed street project was identified as a part of the 2023 Pavement Management Program (PMP). The 2023 Southeast Area Street Reconstructions project, Improvement Project No. 23-08 consists of reconstruction of the following streets:
• 97th Lane from Austin Street to Lexington Avenue
• 98th Avenue from Austin Street to Cord Street
• 98th Lane from Austin Street to Cord Street
• 99th Avenue from Austin Street to Lexington Avenue
• Austin Street from Edgewood Road to 97th Lane
• Austin Street from 98th Avenue to Lexington Avenue
• Cord Street from 98th Avenue to Austin Street
• Edgewood Road cul-de-sac (4023-4083)
• Edgewood Road cul-de-sac (4103-4163)
• West 35W Service Drive from West 35W Service Drive to cul-de-sac
• Edison Street from 85th Avenue to cul-de-sac
• 89th Lane from Yancy Street to cul-de-sac
• 90th Lane from Zumbrota Street to Rice Creek Parkway
• Bataan Street from 90th Lane to 91st Avenue
• Yancy Street from Rice Creek Parkway to 89th Lane
• Zumbrota Street from 89th Lane to 91st Avenue
• Bataan Court from 89th Lane to cul-de-sac
• Zumbrota Circle from Zumbrota Street to cul-de-sac
The project consists of city streets with concrete curb and gutter, except for West 35W Service Drive which has a rural section and no curb and gutter. The method of reconstruction will vary between the streets and will be further explained in the feasibility report.
If approved, this Resolution initiates the proposed 2023 Southeast Area Street
Reconstructions and orders the preparation of a feasibility report.
Recommended Council Action
By motion, approve the Resolution.
Strategic Plan Relationship
This project aligns with the City’s strategic plan goal of well-maintained infrastructure by providing high-quality street surfaces.
Board/Commission Review
Not required
Financial Impact
The project will be funded by a combination of assessments, bond proceeds placed in the City Pavement Management Program fund, and Public Utility funds.
Public Outreach/Input
The project is being conducted pursuant to MN Statutes, Chapter 429 and is compliant with all public notification requirements thereof.
Staff Recommendation
By motion, adopt the resolution.
Attachment List
Attached to this item is a project location map and 5 year PMP CIP map.
Body
WHEREAS, the City Council is aware of the need to maintain City streets in a condition that provides for functional, safe and efficient travel; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that it is in the public interest to implement a Pavement Management Program to maintain City streets in a logical and cost-efficient manner; and
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted a Pavement Management Policy by Resolution No. 10-87 on October 7, 2010 to serve as the framework for implementing a Pavement Management Program; and
WHEREAS, the Blaine City Council proposes to initiate a street improvement project for the 2023 Southeast Area Street Reconstructions; and
WHEREAS, it is proposed to assess the benefited property for all or a portion of the costs of the improvements, pursuant to Minnesota Statutes Chapter 429; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Blaine that the proposed improvements are hereby referred to the City Engineer to provide the Council with a Feasibility Report and to advise the Council in a preliminary way as to whether the proposed improvements are necessary, cost-effective, and feasible, and the estimated cost of the improvements as recommended.
PASSED by the City Council of the City of Blaine this 1st day of August, 2022.