HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2026-73, Authorizing an Active Transportation Grant Application to the Metropolitan Council for the Gardena Avenue Trail Project
Resolution No. 2026-73
Authorizing an Active Transportation Grant Application to the Metropolitan Council for
the Gardena Avenue Trail Project
Whereas, the Metropolitan Council provides funding for active transportation initiatives through
the Active Transportation Program that was created from the Regional Transportation Sales and
Use Tax; and
Whereas, the Metropolitan Council is accepting candidate projects for 2027-2029 and providing
up to 100 percent of the project construction costs for pedestrian and bicycle facility projects;
and
Whereas, the City of Fridley is seeking Active Transportation funds to construct a trail along
Gardena Avenue NE between Central Avenue NE and the City limits (Stinson Blvd NE).
Now therefore be it resolved, that the City Council hereby:
1. Authorizes the submittal of a 2026 Active Transportation Grant application for the
construction of the Gardena Avenue Trail Project, and
2. Commits to maintaining the project for year-round use, including snow removal and ice
control, following construction.
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Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 22 day of June, 2026.
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Dave Ostwald– Mayor
Attest:
Melissa Moore – City Clerk