8.f) Res 02-17-15-06 RE 35-97 Bridge Replacement SupportRESOLUTION 02-17-15-06
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE RECONSTRUCTION OF THE
INTERSTATE 35 / TRUNK HIGHWAY 97 BRIDGE AND COUNTY ROAD 83 RAMPS
WHEREAS, the Interstate 35 ("1-35") and Trunk Highway 97 ("TH 97") interchange (the
"Interchange") provides critical access for Scandia commuters and residents; and
WHEREAS, the Interchange is an outdated two-lane bridge over I-35, which has long suffered from
deferred maintenance and is insufficient to meet even the region's existing needs, let alone future needs; and
WHEREAS, with the significant growth over the next decade projected in the area, the interchange
needs to operate at a higher level of service; and
WHEREAS, the City of Scandia is committed to continued cooperation with the Minnesota
Department of Transportation, Anoka County, and the surrounding communities in proceeding to the design
phase of the Interchange; and
WHEREAS, ramps at County Road 83 would also enhance local access and serve to mitigate traffic
issues at the Highway 97 and 1-35 ; and
WHEREAS, MN House File 351 and MN Senate File 248 seeks as $25,000,000 appropriation from
bonding proceeds to provide a transportation grant to Anoka County for the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved that the City Council of the City of Scandia does hereby support
the design and construction of a replacement bridge at the intersection of I-35 and TH 97 providing four
lanes when construction is completed.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved, that the City Council of the City of Scandia encourages its
legislators to support and advocate for MN House File 351 and MN Senate File 248; and
NOW, THEREFORE, be it finally resolved, that the City Council of the City of Scandia encourages
all stakeholders to support ramps at County Road 83 to mitigate traffic congestion at the 1-35 and Highway
97 Bridge.
Adopted and passed this 17th day of February, 2015 by order of the Scandia City Council.
Randall Simonson, Mayor
ATTEST:
Kristina Handt, Administrator/ Clerk