City Council Resolution 2007-1CCITY OF MONTICELLO
RESOLUTION NO 2007 -IC
RESOLUTION AUTHORIMG AI?PLICATION FOR
SAFETEA -LU TRANSPORTATION ENHANCEMENT FUNDING FOR
CONSTRUCTION OF GRADE - SEPARATED PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS AND
CONNECTING PATHWAY SYSTEM
WHEREAS, the City of Monticello has adopted a long term plan for pathway development in the
City, and
WHEREAS, construction of pedestrian crossings and connecting pathways is consistent with the long
term plan and is now a high priority for immediate construction, and
WHEREAS, off -road pathway and pedestrian/bicycle facility development along the County State Aid
Highway 75 corridor is necessary to provide a safe route for pedestrians and bikers traveling to many
various points of destination along the city pathway system, and
WHEREAS, grade - separated pedestrian crossings and pathway improvements can be constructed
primarily on county and city right -of -way, and preliminary permission for use of county road right -of-
way for off -road paths built by the City has been granted, and
WHEREAS, the City of Monticello has conducted a citizen survey which has indicated that walking and
biking is a leisure activity enjoyed by a cross section of the population, and whereas the survey indicated
popular support for further development of pathway systems, and
WHEREAS, development of grade- separated pedestrian crossings and pathway improvements along with
landscaping enhancements will enhance the safety of pedestrians and bikers crossing CSAH 75,
NOW, WHEREFORE LET IT BE RESOL VED:
1. The City authorizes submittal of SAFETEA LU Transportation Enhancement funding
applications for funds necessary to complete grade - separated pedestrian crossings, pathway
improvements and associated landscaping.
2. The City authorizes fimding of ineligible expenses estimated at a cost of $374,500 which,
when combined with 20% of project costs ($267,500) results in a cost to the City of $642,000.
3. The City authorizes funding of 20% of the total construction cost outlined in the grant. Total
construction cost is estimated at $1,337,500. City share at 20% equals $267,500.
4. The City shall maintain all improvements constructed for the life of the improvements which
include seaicoating, crack filling, mowing, tree trimming, etc. Annual maintenance and sinking
fund expenses are estimated at $25,000 year.