DEPARTMENT: Transportation
FILE TYPE: Regular Information
TITLE
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Discussion And Direction On Transportation Cost Participation Policy For Aesthetics
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PURPOSE/ACTION REQUESTED
Review and discuss options for changes to the Dakota County Transportation Cost Participation Policy on aesthetics and provide direction on potential changes to the policy.
SUMMARY
On December 6, 2024, the County Board held a strategic planning workshop to identify strategic goals for 2025. Among the goals identified was a desire to improve partnerships with cities and to collaborate with partners on development. County staff is bringing forward the Transportation Cost Participation Policy to specifically review the policy on aesthetics based on input from the City of Apple Valley.
The County Road 42 reconstruction project in Apple Valley (from Redwood Drive to 147th Street) is currently in preliminary design. There are significant elements in the project that could include an aesthetic design that affect the roadway corridor. Staff will present options to revise the policy, potential benefits and how cost participation is affected.
RECOMMENDATION
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Information only; no action requested.
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EXPLANATION OF FISCAL/FTE IMPACTS
An increase in the County’s cost participation on aesthetic elements will require additional County funding on Transportation projects.
☒ None ☐ Current budget ☐ Other
☐ Amendment Requested ☐ New FTE(s) requested
RESOLUTION
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Information only; no action requested.
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PREVIOUS BOARD ACTION
None.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment: Cost Participation Policy on Aesthetics
Attachment: Presentation Slides
BOARD GOALS
☐ A Great Place to Live ☐ A Healthy Environment
☐ A Successful Place for Business and Jobs ☒ Excellence in Public Service
CONTACT
Department Head: Erin Laberee
Author: Erin Laberee