Res 2013-16
RESOLUTION NO. 2013-16
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE CITY OF COON RAPIDS LOCAL TRAIL
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CONNECTIONS GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE 85 AVENUE TRAIL
CONNECTOR TO THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER REGIONAL TRAIL
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WHEREAS, the City of Fridley constructed its portion of the 85 Avenue trail from TH 47
(University Avenue) to the railroad tracks in 2009 using a Federal Transportation Enhancement
Grant and local funding; and
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WHEREAS, the regional intent of the 85 Avenue trail is to create a connection to the
Mississippi River Regional Trail for both Fridley and Coon Rapids residents; and
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WHEREAS, the 127 acre Springbrook Nature Center, located along 85 Avenue, is a significant
natural resource amenity for area residents; and
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WHEREAS, the lack of a complete trail connection along 85 Avenue results in walkers and
bikers having to travel on the county road with vehicles traveling at speeds of 50 miles per hour;
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WHEREAS, the City of Fridley frequently hears from area residents about the need for the trail
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to be completed along 85 Avenue from the railroad tracks to East River Road;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Fridley supports the City of Coon
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Rapid’s application for a Local Trail Connection Grant for the construction of a trail along 85
Avenue from the BNSF railroads tracks to East River Road.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY,
ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA THIS 11TH DAY OF MARCH, 2013.
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SCOTT J. LUND – MAYOR
ATTEST:
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DEBRA A. SKOGEN – CITY CLERK