HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015-08-12 PACKET 04.O. REQUEST OF CITY COUNCIL ACTION COUNCIL AGENDA
MEETING ITEM # �
DATE 8/12/15 • .
PREPARED BY: Community Development Jennifer Levitt
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT STAFF AUTHOR
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COUNCIL ACTION REQUEST:
Consider authorizing sending a letter of support to Washington County to expedite the
improvement project at the CSAH 19 and East Point Douglas Road intersection to the County's
2017 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), which would also include the relocation of the access to
Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Approve the request
ADVISORY COMMISSION ACTION:
DATE REVIEWED APPROVED DENIED
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❑ PUBLIC SAFETY ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ PUBLIC WORKS ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ PARKS AND RECREATION ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ HUMAN SERVICES/RIGHTS ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ECONOMIC DEV. AUTHORITY ❑ ❑ ❑
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SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
� MEMO/LETTER: Support Letter- Draft
❑ RESOLUTION:
❑ ORDINANCE:
❑ ENGINEERING RECOMMENDATION:
❑ LEGAL RECOMMENDATION:
❑ OTHER:
ADMINISTRATOR'S COMMENTS:
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COUNCIL ACTION TAKEN: ❑ APPROVED ❑ DENIED ❑ OTHER
Cottage
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August 13, 2015
Mr. Wayne Sandberg, P.E., Deputy Director
Washington County
Department of Transportation and Physical Development
11660 Myeron Road North
Stiliwater, MN 55082-9573
Dear Mr. Sandberg:
This letter is to express the City of Cottage Grove's support for the proposed improvements at CSAH
.19 and East Point Douglas Road. The City has had concerns regarding operations and safety at the
intersection given the increased volume of traffic with the additional commercial growth in the area. The
City would,urge the County to help expedite the project from the proposed 2019 Capital Improvement
Plan (CIP) to the 2017 CIP. Given the unique challenges of the intersection and the multi-agency
coordination necessary to facilitate this project, the City wouid support a 2017 project construction date.
The proposed project scope is to construct a roundabout at CSAH 19 and East Point Douglas Road,
which would provide full access to East Point Douglas to both the north and south. The City supports
the roundabout concept at this location. Access to the newly developing Cottage View area is critical to
supporting our growth strategy as outlined in the East Ravine AUAR and Comprehensive Plan. This
project will ensure that transportation is not a limiting factor to the growth and development of this area.
We look forward to a partnership to deliver a successful project for our area.
The City of Cottage Grove is also supportive of the expanded project scope to include the design and
construction of a relocated park entrance to the Cottage Grove Ravine Regional Park. The City
believes there are many advantages for relocating the access, such as better visibility, public
recognition that this wonderful natural amenity exists, enhanced security, and improved stormwater
management, and recognizes the recreational and environmental importance of protecting and
providing access to tfie 515 acres of rolling hills, heavily wooded ravines, and prairie within the park.
The City looks forward to participating and collaborating on the Master Planning efforts for Cottage
Grove Ravine Regional Park.
The City of Cottage Grove appreciates Washington County's commitment and investment in the area
and looks forward to the completion of these enhancements.
Sincerely,
Myron Bailey
Mayor
CC: Cottage Grove City Council
Craig Woolery, Interim City Administrator
Jennifer Levitt, Community Development Director/City Engineer
Washington County Board
County Administrator Molly O'Rourke
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