HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2026-74, Authorizing Regional Solicitation Grant Application for 57th Avenue Northtown Yard Overpass Project
Resolution No. 2026-74
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Authorizing Regional Solicitation Grant Application for the 57 Avenue Northtown Yard
Overpass Project
Whereas, the Metropolitan Council administers the Regional Solicitation program to allocate
federal transportation funding for critical regional projects; and
Whereas, the City of Fridley (City) has identified the 57th Avenue – Northtown Yard Overpass
Project as a priority to eliminate the east-west transit barrier created by the BNSF Northtown
Yard; and
Whereas, the project improves regional gridlock, enhances emergency response times, and
provides safe, dedicated multimodal infrastructure for bicyclists and pedestrians; and
Whereas, the Regional Solicitation program requires a formal resolution from the municipality
authorizing application submission and committing to a minimum 20% non-federal local match.
Now therefore be it resolved, that the City Council hereby:
1. Authorizes City staff to submit a formal grant application for the Regional Solicitation
funding cycle for the 57th Avenue Northtown Yard Overpass Project.
2. Commits to providing the required minimum 20% non-federal local matching funds.
3. Commits to ensuring operation and maintenance of the facility for its design life, 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