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City Council Resolution 1997-01RESOLUTION 97- i RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING APPLICATION FOR ISTEA ENHANCEMENT FUNDS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF PHASE III OF CITY PATHWAY SYSTEM WHEREAS, the City of Monticello has adopted along-term plan for pathway development in the city, and WHEREAS, the City of Monticello has completed construction of phase I and phase II of the plan, which consists of a sidewalk grid system and pathways located in the core area and outlying areas within the city, and WHEREAS, construction of phase III improvements, consisting of pathway segments and bridge improvements connecting the north and south sides of the city, is consistent with the long-term plan and is now a high priority for immediate construction, and WHEREAS, off-road pathway and pedestrian bike development along the County Road 118 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, phase III 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 across-section of the population, and whereas the survey indicated popular support for further development of pathway systems, and WHEREAS, development of phase III pathway improvements along with landscaping enhancements will enhance the experience of travelers following the historic and scenic Great River Road. NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE RESOLVED: 1. The City authorizes submittal of an ISTEA Enhancements Fund application for funds necessary to complete phase III pathway improvements and associated landscaping. 2. The City authorizes funding of engineering-related expenses estimated at a cost of $87,530, which, when combined with 20% of project cost ($97,256), results in a cost to the City of $184,786. Resolution 97- ~ Page 2 3. The City authorizes funding of 20% of the total construction cost outlined in the grant. Total construction cost is estimated at $486,280. City share at 20% equals $97,256. 4. The City shall maintain all improvements constructed for the life of the improvements, which include sealcoating, crack filling, mowing, tree trimming, etc. Annual maintenance and sinking fund expenses are estimated at $15,000/year. 5. The City of Monticello supports the efforts of Wright County to obtain ISTEA funding, which would enable construction of a paved trail system within Montissippi Park. 6. The City shall develop policies and ordinances that will promote the safe and effective use of the facilities by all citizens. Adopted this 13th day of January, 1997. ''~ Mayor City Administrator