Approve Resolution R2019-069, ordering improvements and preparation of plans and specifications for the Wood Duck Trail Reconstruction Project, CIF-19-008.

Approve Resolution R2019-069.

On June 4, 2019, City Council ordered the feasibility report for the Wood Duck Trail Reconstruction Project (from Hohenstein Court to Maple Trail). The report was completed and received by City Council on June 4, 2019. An informational meeting was conducted  on June 20, 2019, for the property owners affected by the proposed project. The residents in attendance were provided an overview of the project; an opportunity to discuss the roadway design; and the opportunity to provide additional information about their neighborhood and properties relative to the project. Also, a special benefit appraisal analysis was subsequently completed that provides guidance on the special assessment for this project.  Attached is a summary memorandum amending the feasibility, accordingly.

In accordance with Minnesota Statute 429 and City Resolution R2019-052, a Public Hearing for the Wood Duck Trail Reconstruction Project, CIF-19-008, is scheduled for this evening, July 2, 2019. Proper publication and notice for the improvement hearing have been provided.

City Council is recommended to conduct a public improvement hearing for the proposed improvements associated with the Wood Duck Trail Reconstruction Project. Once the improvement hearing has been conducted, Council is recommended to consider ordering the improvements in accordance with Resolution R2019-069 and to prepare the plans and specifications for the project. A presentation of the project will be made at the public improvement hearing.

This project is not a petitioned improvement; therefore, adoption of the resolution ordering the improvement requires a 4/5ths vote.

The total estimated project cost for the Wood Duck Trail Reconstruction Project is $363,100. Costs are estimated and the proposed funding is in accordance with the city's assessment policy as follows: