DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FILE TYPE: Regular Information
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Discussion And Direction On Transportation Cost Policy Updates
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Information only; no action requested.
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BACKGROUND
To provide a safe and efficient transportation system, Dakota County utilizes cost share policies that define each agency’s percentage for transportation project costs. The Dakota County 2040 Transportation Plan was adopted in July 2021 and included an updated cost share policy that County staff coordinated with local city partners.
As staff has utilized these policies, there have been instances where further clarification of the policy language would be beneficial to both City and County staff to interpret the policy accurately. Several key changes are proposed to the cost shares for independent roundabout and signal projects as well as 10 ton and 6-lane 1/2-mile spacing expansion projects.
On May 5th, 2026, staff presented potential updates at the General Government and Policy Committee and were directed by the County Board to discuss the changes with the Cities in Dakota County. Staff presented proposed cost share changes to the Cities on June 12th at the City and County Engineer’s meeting and on July 24th at the City Manager’s meeting. Changes were made to the draft policy based on feedback from City staff to further clarify the intent of the cost policy.
Staff is seeking direction from the County Board on the proposed Cost Share Policy revisions.
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Information only; no action requested.
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FINANCIAL AND STAFFING IMPACTS
None.
PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: Redlined 2040 Transportation Plan Cost Share Policies
Attachment: Presentation Slides
CONTACT
Department Director: Erin Laberee
Author: Erin Laberee