07-11-2022 Conf. Mtg.
COUNCIL CONFERENCE MEETING
July 11, 2022
5:30 PM
Fridley Civic Center -7071 University Avenue N.E.
AGENDA
1.Update on Anoka County Central Avenue / Gardena Avenue Roundabout Project
2.Update on Moore Lake Community Building
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:July 11, 2022 Meeting Type:City Council Conference Meeting
Submitted By:James Kosluchar, Public Works Director
Title
Update on Anoka County Central Avenue / Gardena Avenue Roundabout Project
Background
The City of Fridley has been cooperatively working with the Anoka County Highway Department to make
safety improvements at the intersection of Central Avenue and Gardena Avenue. Anoka County
ment Program, and with City
support was successful in receiving an award of federal funding to improve the intersection through
construction of a roundabout. This award shows the project safety benefits are great enough to be
competitive with other projects contemplated and applied for in our metro area. Anoka County has
progressed to a 60% design of the project.
Financial Impact
No formal action is requested.
Discussion
At the conference meeting, we would like to take time to review updates on the design of the Central
Avenue and Gardena Roundabout. We have had a very good design process with the Anoka County
Highway Department on this project, scheduled for construction in 2023. Communication has been
frequent and gone smoothly, and the design has a number of positive outcomes for the City. We want
to have this discussion with you prior to the next open house on July 19, 2022.
The project Joint Powers Agreement is also on the regular agenda, we believe this brief update and
discussion will be helpful for staff and Council.
The latest concept is attached for your review.
Focus on Fridley Strategic Alignment
Vibrant Neighborhoods &PlacesCommunity Identity &Relationship Building
Financial Stability & Commercial Prosperity X Public Safety & Environmental Stewardship
Organizational Excellence
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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Attachments and Other Resources
!Anoka County Central Avenue / Gardena Avenue Roundabout Concept
!Anoka County Central Avenue / Gardena Avenue Roundabout Open House Postcard
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date:July11, 2022 Meeting Type:City CouncilConference Meeting
Submitted By:Mike Maher, Community Services Director
Title:
Moore Lake Community Building Update
Background
City staff have been working with OertelArchitects on a floorplan and exterior elevation concepts for a
community building to be constructed at Moore Lake Park. Staff has provided the architect with expected
uses of the building includingcommunity rentals, programs, events, partnerships and asa voting site.
Additionally, the building design concept includes a covered plaza area which serves several functions
including restroom and drinking water access, outdoor gathering space, and opportunities for
wayfinding, interpretive signage, art installations, and ramped building access needed due to the
elevation of the structure to meet flood zone requirements.
Financial Impact
The budget for the Moore Lake Community Building has been tentatively set at three million dollars,
which is included in the Draft Capital Investment Plan reviewed in June and will be funded through the
Park System Improvement Plan bonds recently issued.
Recommendation
Staff would like to review the vision for community use and programming (see attached) along with
ideas applied so far to arrive at the current building design concepts. Staff desires feedback from the
Council on operational expectations such as staffing, restroom access and rental guidelines as well as
the early building design concepts.
Focus on Fridley Strategic Alignment
X Vibrant Neighborhoods &Places X Community Identity &Relationship Building
Financial Stability & Commercial Prosperity X Public Safety & Environmental Stewardship
Organizational Excellence
Attachments and Other Resources
Moore Lake Community Building Update -Council Conference Meeting July 11th .pptx
Vision Statement
We believe Fridley will be a safe, vibrant, friendly and stable home for families and businesses.
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