HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. 2026-119, Approving Consent for Improvements Agreement with Xcel Energy and Anoka County for Rice Creek West Regional Trail Project
Resolution No. 2026-119
Approving Consent for Improvements Agreement with Xcel Energy and Anoka County for
Rice Creek West Regional Trail Project
Whereas, the City of Fridley (City) owns the Locke Park property which includes a segment of the
Rice Creek West Regional Trail; and
Whereas, the City has granted an easement to Anoka County for the regional trail and has
partnered with Anoka County on planning for Rice Creek West Regional Trail improvements; and
Whereas, Anoka County secured funding to improve the Rice Creek West Regional Trail segment
through Locke Park and worked in partnership with the City to plan the improvements; and
Whereas, a section of the improved trail, which is currently substantially complete, is within a
right of way managed by Xcel Energy; and
Whereas, Xcel Energy requires that both the City and Anoka County sign an agreement
consenting to improvements in the right of way; and
Whereas, the agreement has been reviewed by the Fridley City Attorney.
Now, therefore be it resolved, that the City Council of the City of Fridley authorizes the signing
of the Consent to Improvements agreement between the City, Anoka County and Xcel Energy.
Passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Fridley this 12th day of October, 2026.
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Dave Ostwald – Mayor
Attest:
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Melissa Moore – City Clerk