HomeMy WebLinkAbout02 27 2017 Council Presented Paperwork Resolution No.7843
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SHAKOPEE, MINNESOTA REGARDING
SUPPORT FOR THE CREATION OF AN ADDITIONAL
VEHICULAR CROSSING OVER THE MINNESOTA RIVER
WHEREAS the Shakopee City Council supports the enhancement of public health,safety and
convenience for the citizen and visitors to the City of Shakopee by the construction and maintenance of
adequate public roadways to support current and future growth of our population, industries and
businesses;and
WHEREAS,the City's 2030 Comprehensive Plan identifies transportation to and through Shakopee as a
critical element and the 2040 Comprehensive Plan will plan for additional growth, both in population,
industry and businesses in the areas west of the current Shakopee City Limits;and
WHEREAS,traffic volumes on Route 169 have been identified as one of the areas of impact to city
residents and visitors to the community because of congestion,capacity issues and accidents,especially
during peak AM and PM commuting times;and
WHEREAS,the existing 101 bridge and 169 bridge are the only access points over the Minnesota River
for Shakopee residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, reliable access with adequate capacity across the Minnesota River is critical to the success of
local companies and residents to provide ease of access for commerce and employment; and
WHEREAS,an additional highway bridge crossing over the Minnesota River will ensure that Shakopee
and Scott County residents and visitors have unfettered access to and through the community;
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED,that the Shakopee City Council expresses support for the
construction of an additional bridge crossing over the Minnesota River in the area of the 169/41
interchange,or in an area that will provide connectivity for Shakopee,the surrounding communities and
Scott County
AND supports any and all efforts to seek State and Federal funding for design, right-of-way acquisition
and construction of an additional bridge across the Minnesota River.
Adopted om adjourned regular session of the City Council of the City of Shakopee, Minnesota,
held this 21"day of February,2017.
Mayor of the bty of Shakopee
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Cit Clerk