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Memorandum
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
Mark McNeill, City Administrator
FROM: R. Michael Leek, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: 2009 Cost Participation in the Trunk Highway 169 Coalition (169 Coalition)
MEETING DATE: December 16, 2008
INTRODUCTION:
Council is asked to approve up to $2,000.00 "seed" funding commitment to the 169 Coalition for
2009.
DISCUSSION:
On December 11 th, the Steering Committee of the 169 Coalition will consider, and is expected to
make, a recommendation regarding the attached draft joint powers agreement, work plan, and 2009
dues structure. Under the proposed structure, cities of Shako pee's size would be asked to contribute
up to $3,000.00. On or about May of 2009, the 169 Coalition would develop and adopt a revised
dues schedule. If a recommendation is made, it will be reported out to the larger 169 Coalition. At
the meeting on Tuesday, staff will report on the actions of the Steering Committee.
AL TERNA TIVES:
I. Offer and pass a motion authorizing the payment of up to $3,000.00 "seed" funding to the 169
Coalition for 2009.
2. Offer and pass a motion declining to pay up to $3,000.00 in "seed" funding to the 169 Coalition
for 2009.
3. Table action on this item in the event that Council provides other direction on the CR 21 project.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends alternative 1, i.e. offer and pass a motion authorizing the payment of $2,000.00
"seed" funding to the 169 Coalition for 2009.
RELATIONSHIP TO CITY GOALS:
The proposed action relates to goal D, vibrant, resilient and stable.
ACTION REQUESTED:
Offer and pass a motion authorizing the payment of up to $3,000.00 "seed" funding to the 169
Coalition for 2009. y ~~
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R. Michael Leek
Community Development Director
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JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT ESTABLISHING
U.S. HIGHWAY 169 CORRIDOR COALITION
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into by and between the undersigned counties and
cities (hereinafter the Parties), all being political subdivisions ofthe State of Minnesota, by and
through their respective governing bodies pursuant to the authority contained in the Minn. Stat.
~ 471.59.
WHEREAS, all of the Parties have land in, or are impacted by, the U.S. Highway 169
inter-regional corridor, extending from Hennepin County through Blue Earth County; and
WHEREAS, the counties, cities along the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor recognize that the
corridor is experiencing serious issues regarding traffic congestion, access management,
development, and related concerns; and
WHEREAS, the Parties wish to collaboratively address these issues and concerns in
order to protect, promote and enhance the safety of the public, economic development
opportunities, and the quality of life of the people living, working and traveling the corridor; and
WHEREAS, the mission statement of the coalition is as follows:
Working together to enhance safety, reduce congestion
and maximize economic development along the U.S. Highway 169 inter-regional corridor.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and benefits that shall be
derived, the Parties hereby enter into this joint powers agreement for the purposes herein.
ARTICLE I. PURPOSE
This Agreement has been executed by the Parties for the purpose of cooperatively and
jointly providing an organized effort to address the issues and concerns generated by the growth
within the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor to facilitate traffic safety and mobility, to increase
economic development and improve quality of life. Specifically, the Parties will form a joint
powers board to (1) exercise leadership in the development of policies, programs and projects
that will promote the goals described above and (2) enlist the assistance and cooperation of the
private sector in achieving the goals.
ARTICLE II. DEFINITIONS
Governmental Unit: For purposes of this agreement, a governmental unitis a city or
county either in the TH 169 corridor, or impacted by the TH 169 corridor.
Member: A member shall be a dues-paying governmental unit either in the TH 169
corridor, or impacted by the TH 169 corridor.
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Ex-Officio Member: Ex officio members shall be dues paying individuals, affiliate
organizations, private businesses, local non-profit organizations, or other non-city or county
organizations.
Board: The Joint Powers Board shall consist of representatives from, and appointed by
each of the members.
US HWY 169 Coalition: The geographical boundaries of the coalition are from Mankato
on the south to Interstate 694 and Interstate 94 in the north.
Representative: See "Board" above.
ARTICLE III. ELIBIBLE PARTIES
All governmental units whose jurisdictions include U. S. Highway 169, from, and
including, Hennepin County to, and including, Blue Earth County, Minnesota are eligible to
participate in this Agreement as members. Any other governmental unit may become a Member
upon approval of the Board, execution of this Joint Powers Agreement, as it may be amended
from time to time, [and payment of the contribution prescribed by the Board]
ARTICLE IV. JOINT POWERS BOARD
A. Creation and Composition of Joint Powers Board.
A joint powers board, known as the U.S. Highway 169 Corridor Coalition (US
HWY 169 Coalition) Board of Directors is established for the purposes contained herein
with the powers and duties set forth in this Agreement. The Board shall be a separate
public entity separate from the Parties and shall not be deemed to be an agent or partner
of the Parties to this Agreement, or any grantee, nor shall the Parties be liable for the
actions of the Board or any grantee.
The US HWY 169 Coalition shall consist ofthe following public entities:
Blue Earth County; Nicollet County, LeSueur County; Scott County; Hennepin
County; City of Mankato; City of North Mankato; City ofSt. Peter; City of LeSueur; City
of Belle Plaine; City ofJordan; City of Shako pee; City of Bloomington; City of Eden
Prairie; City of Edina; City of Hopkins; City of Minnetonka; City ofSt. Louis Park; City
of Golden Valley; City of Medicine Lake; City of New Hope; City of Plymouth; and the
City of Brooklyn Park.
The governing body of each governmental unit shall appoint, by resolution, one
representative(s) to the US HWY 169 Coalition, together with one alternate. In the
absence of an appointed representative at a meeting, an appointed alternate representative
may exercise the voting rights of the governmental unit.
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This Agreement shall be effective and the joint powers board established herein
may commence exercising the powers and authorities in this Agreement on the day that
the Agreement has been approved by resolution and duly executed by at least a majority
ofthe governmental units identified above, as described in Article XII, and shall continue
until terminated or dissolved as provided herein. The governmental units that have
entered into this Agreement shall individually and collectively be referred to as the
"Members" or the "Parties".
B. Voting.
Each governmental unit representative shall be entitled to one (1) vote. The US
U.S. HWY 169 Coalition shall function by a majority vote of the representatives present.
A quorum ofthe Board shall be a majority of the votes of the Board, provided that at
least sixty (60%) of the Members are present.
ARTICLE V. DUTIES OF THE BOARD
A. The US HWY 169 Coalition shall have the responsibility to provide an organized
effort to prepare and advance the inter-regional plan for the U.S. Highway 169 corridor to
facilitate traffic flow and capacity on U.S. HY 169 in its region.
B. To seek passage oflegislation by local, state, and federal governments to enhance
the movement of people and goods and relieve congestion in the U.S HYW 169 corridor
C. To cooperate with state and regional entities to advance such an inter-regional
plan.
D. To research and recommend funding strategies and seek legislation to enhance the
movement of people and goods and relieve congestion in the US HWY 169 corridor; to
create alternatives to traveling on U.S. HWY 169, and to increase and improve the
transportation of people and goods in the US HWY 169 corridor.
E. To research travel demand management strategies and ordinances, develop model
ordinances and recommend joint action on such strategies and ordinances by the
Members.
F. To cooperate with state and federal agencies in the development of transit
operations plans that impact the U.S. 169 corridor.
G. To monitor land use development, traffic volumes and travel characteristics in
the U.S. 169 corridor.
H. To research and make recommendations to the Members regarding other matters
related to the US HWY 169 Coalition's purpose.
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I. The US HWY 169 Coalition shall provide for such public participation in the
conduct of its activities as will promote understanding of its activities among the public
and local governmental units affected by the activities and the informal resolution of
disputes or complaints.
ARTICLE VI. POWERS OF THE BOARD
A. The Board may enter into any contract necessary or proper for the exercise of its
powers or the fulfillment of its duties and enforce such contracts to the extent available in
equity or at law. The Board may approve any contract relating to its administration up to
[the amount approved in the annual administrative budget] [ in excess of $5,000 must be
approved by the Joint Powers Board, in addition to a majority of the board voting] and
may authorize the Chair ofthe Board, or such other officer as designated in the by-laws
to act in the absence ofthe Chair, to execute those contracts.
B. The Board may award and enter into contracts necessary or proper for the
exercise of its powers or the fulfillment of its duties and enforce such contracts to the
extent available in equity or at law. Contracts shall conform to the bid and contracting
requirements of Scott County[fiscal agent?)
C. No payment on any invoice for services performed by a consultant or any other
person or organization providing services in connection with this Agreement shall be
authorized unless approved by the Chair (as hereinafter defined) or such officer
designated by the Board to approve such payments.
D. The Board may employ agents and employees, and fix their compensation and all
other terms and conditions of employment.
E. The Board shall have the power to adopt such by-laws that it may deem necessary
or desirable for the conduct of its business. Such by-laws shall be consistent with this
Agreement and any applicable laws or regulations. The by-laws may provide for the
appointment by the Board of ex-officio and non-voting members to the Board.
F. The Board may apply for and accept gifts, grants or loans of money, other
property or assistance from the United States Government, the State of Minnesota, or any
person, association or agency, including its Members, for any of its purposes; enter into
any agreement in connection therewith; and hold, use and dispose of such money, other
property to the parties and assistance in accordance with the terms of this gift, grant or
loan relating thereto. (STILL REFINING HERE)
G. The Board may sue and be sued in its own name, purchase insurance as is deemed
advisable and may otherwise take action to enforce its rights in equity or in law.
H. The Board may incur liabilities, or obligations in accordance with the provisions
ofthis Agreement. (removed debt? )
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I. The Board may exercise all other powers necessary and incidental to the
implementation of the purposes and powers set forth in this Agreement.
ARTICLE VII. OFFICERS AND STRUCTURE
OF JOINT POWERS BOARD
A. Terms.
Each Member's representative and alternate shall be appointed for a [two year
term, except that the terms of the initial members shall extend from the date of their
appointment through December 31, 2010. In the event that any Member's representative
or alternate shall not have been appointed by its governing board prior to expiration of
the representative's term, the incumbent representative shall serve until a successor has
been appointed.
C. Vacancies.
If the appointment of any representative or alternate is vacated before the end of
the term, the vacancy shall be filled by appointment by the appropriate Member's
governing body. Vacancies shall be filled within thirty (30) days of their occurrence. A
vacancy shall be deemed to have occurred when any of the conditions specified in Minn.
Stat. ~ 351.02 exist or if a representative fails to qualify or act as a commissioner or
council member.
D. Chair and Vice-chair.
The US HWY 169 Coalition shall elect a chair and a vice-chair from its
membership for one-year terms. The chair shall preside at all meetings ofthe US HWY
169 Coalition and shall perform other duties and functions as may be determined by the
US HWY 169 Coalition. The vice-chair shall preside over and act for the US HWY 169
Coalition during the absence of the chair.
E. Secretary/Treasurer.
The US HWY 169 Coalition shall elect a secretary/treasurer from its membership
for a one-year term. The secretary/treasurer shall submit all minutes of US HWY 169
Coalition meetings for approval by the US HWY 169 Coalition and shall assist the chair
in overseeing the US HWY 169 Coalition's budget and finances.
F. Meetings.
The US HWY 169 Coalition shall have quarterly meetings (4 times per year) at
such times as the US HWY 169 Coalition shall determine and shall establish in its by-
laws. Special meetings may be held on reasonable notice by the chair or by a majority
ofthe US HWY 169 Coalition upon terms and conditions as the US HWY 169 Coalition
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may determine. The US HWY 169 Coalition shall be subject to the requirements of the
Open Meeting Law, Minn. Stat. Chap. 13D.
G. Committees.
The Board may establish committees as may be required. It is not
required that persons appointed to committee be Members or representatives of
governmental units
H. Staff.
Members may be required to provide staff to provide technical and other types of
input as needed. Legal services shall be rotated among the counties on an annual basis
as needed to the 169CCB, and in accordance with law.
ARTICLE VIII. ANNUAL ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET AND FUNDING
A. Budget.
On or before July 1 st of each year, the Board shall adopt a general administrative
budget for the ensuing year and decide upon the total amount necessary for the general
fund. The Secretary/Treasurer of the Board shall certify the budget on or before
September 1 st to the clerk of the each Member governmental unit, together with a
statement of the proportion of the budget to be contributed by each Member as annual
dues. The fiscal year shall be the same as a calendar year.
B. Funding.
Each Member agrees to contribute annual dues to a general fund of the US HWY
169 Coalition, said fund to be used for general administration purposes, including, but not
limited to, contracts for services and goods, salaries, supplies, carrying out the purposes of
this Agreement, insurance and bonds. The annual dues to be contributed by each
Member shall be determined in accordance with a funding formula approved by the
Board and shall be paid by January 1 st of each year.
C. Expenditure Policy.
The US HWY 169 Coalition funds may be expended by the Board in accordance
with this Agreement and in a manner determined by the Board. In no event shall there be
a disbursement of US HWY 169 Coalition funds without the signature of at least two (2)
of the designated authorized signatories.
D. Fiscal Agent.
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The Board may contract with one of the Members to provide any and all
budgeting and accounting services necessary or convenient for the Board's administrative
budget. Such services may include, but not limited to: management of all funds,
including Member contributions and grant monies; payment for contracted services; and
relevant bookkeeping and recordkeeping.
E. Accountability.
All funds shall be accounted for according to generally accepted accounting
principles. A report on all receipts and disbursements shall be forwarded to the Board on
an annual basis by the [Treasurer][fiscal agent]. The Members have, at any time, the
authority to request and receive reports pertaining to any and all budgeting and
accounting services. All interest earned from established Board funds shall be credited
back to that same fund.
ARTICLE IX. EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS
The US HWY 169 Coalition Board may designate entities and individuals with an
interest in the U.S. Hwy. 169 corridor as ex-officio members, such as Metropolitan Council
members whose districts include part or all the U.S. Hwy. 169 corridor, representatives of
businesses located within the corridor, and citizen groups interested in transportation issues
within the corridor. The ex-officio members may participate in discussions of the US HWY 169
Coalition but may not vote. Members may nominate an ex-officio member who must be
approved by a majority vote of the Board. The US HWY 169 Coalition may establish such
further rules for ex-officio members as is deems fit and proper that are not inconsistent with this
agreement. Ex-officio members shall not pay any annual dues.
Creation of affiliate members who pay dues but are non-voting? The Chambers,
Corporations and Individuals? Should we add?
ARTICLE X. WITHDRAWAL
Any Member may withdraw from this Agreement upon giving six (6) months' written
notice to the Board. Notice shall be effective upon delivery to the Chair ofthe Board of a
certified copy of a resolution of its governing body indicating its intent to withdraw from this
Agreement. Upon receipt of the resolution, the Chair of the Board shall forward a copy of the
resolution to each of the Members. In the event of withdrawal by any Member, this Agreement
shall remain in full force and effect as to all remaining Members.
The Member's representatives may vote on all other matters until the effective date of
withdrawal. Withdrawal shall not act to discharge the withdrawing Member from any liability
incurred or chargeable to the withdrawing Member before the effective date of withdrawal. Such
liability shall continue until appropriately discharged by law or agreement. The withdrawing
Member shall be responsible for payment of its annual dues for the year in which it withdraws,
and shall not be entitled to any refund from the US HWY 169 Coalition.
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Any Member that has withdrawn from the US HWY 169 Coalition may, with the
approval ofthe Board, continue as an ex-officio member without further financial contribution to
the Hwy 169 Coalition.
ARTICLE XI. TERMINATION
This Agreement shall terminate upon the occurrence of anyone of the following events:
1) When necessitated by operation of law or as a result of a decision by a
I court of competent jurisdiction. .- - - - -- - { Formatted: Bullets and Numbering )
~ When 2/3 of the Parties agree, by written agreement to dissolve the
Coalition and all obligations of the Board shall have been paid or otherwise discharged in
full.
I .n.-By petition of a Member to dissolve, and affirmative vote of 2/3.
Termination shall not discharge any liability incurred by the Board or by the Parties
during the term of this Agreement.
Upon termination or dissolution, all property of the US HWY 169 Coalition shall be sold
and the proceeds, together with monies on hand, shall be distributed to the Members in
proportion to their annual dues required and paid by the last annual budget or as agreed to by
the Board to further the purposes of this Agreement. The Board shall approve a final report of
its activities and affairs and, on the expiration ofthirty (30) days and there from, shall cease to
exist.
ARTICLE X. NOTICES
For purposes of delivery of any notices to the Parties hereunder, the notice shall be
effective if delivered in writing to:
ARTICLE XI. LIABILITY
Each Party agrees that it will be responsible for its own acts and omissions, the acts and
omissions of its commissioners, officers and employees and any liability resulting there from to
the extent authorized by law. No Party shall be responsible for the acts ofthe other Parties and
the results thereof. Each Party acknowledges and agrees that it is insured or self-insured
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consistent with the limits established in Minnesota State Statute. Each Party agrees to promptly
notify all Parties if it becomes aware of any potential Board related claim(s) or facts giving rise
to such claims.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the terms of this Agreement are not to be construed as,
nor operate as, waivers of a Party's statutory or common law immunities or limitations on
liability, including, but not limited to, Minn. Stat. Chap. 466. Further, the Party's obligations set
forth in this Article and otherwise in this Agreement, are expressly limited by the provisions of
Minn. Stat. Chap. 466, Minn. Stat. ~ 471.59, and any other applicable law or regulation
providing limitations, defenses or immunities to the Parties and to the Board.
ARTICLE XII. MISCELLANEOUS
A. Amendments.
This Agreement may be amended only by unanimous agreement ofthe Parties as
evidenced by resolutions adopted by their respective governing bodies.
B. Records, Accounts and Reports.
The Board shall establish and maintain such funds and accounts as may be
required by good accounting practices. The books and records of the Board shall be
subject to the provisions of Minn. Stat. Chapter 13, the Minnesota Government Data
Practices Act, and Minn. Stat. ~ 16C.05, Subd. 5. The Board, within one hundred and
twenty (120) days after the close of each fiscal year, which shall be January 1 to
December 31, shall give a complete written report of all financial activities for such fiscal
year to the Members.
C. Counterparts.
This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, each of which
shall be deemed an original, but all of which shall constitute one and the same
instrument.
D. Severability.
The provisions of this Agreement are severable. If any paragraph, section,
subdivision, sentence, clause, or phrase of the Agreement is for any reason held to be
contrary to law, or contrary to any rule or regulation having the force and effect oflaw,
such decision shall not affect the remaining portions of this Agreement. The laws of the
State of Minnesota shall govern all questions and interpretations concerning the validity
and construction ofthis Agreement and the legal relations and performance obligations
between the parties herein.
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E. Entire Agreement.
This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties and
supersedes all prior written or oral agreements relating to the formation of the Board.
F. Dispute Resolution.
Disputes between the Members may be addressed by any means agreed upon by
them, and may include the procedures set forth at Minn. Stat. ~ 103B.345.
G. Legal Counsel.
Each Party shall provide its own legal counsel.
H. Non-discrimination - Affirmative Action
In accordance with Federal, State and local laws, rules and ordinances, no person shall be
excluded from full employment rights with, participation in, or the benefits of any
program, service, or activity of the Coalition on the grounds ofrace, color, creed,
religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, affectional/sexual preference, public
assistance status, ex-offender status, or national origin. Nor shall any person who is
protected by applicable Federal or State laws, rules or regulations against discrimination
be otherwise subjected to discrimination.
I. Indemnification and Insurance
The Coalition shall be governed by the provisions of Minn. Stat. Sec. 466 et seq. with
respect to its liability and indemnification requirements as it is a separate and distinct
entity pursuant to Minn. Stat. Sec. 471.59. The Coalition shall have all other defenses
available to governmental units under applicable state and federal statute and rule, as well
as common law.
ARTICLE XII. EFFECTIVE DATE
This Agreement shall be effective after all Members file a certified copy of a resolution
approving the Agreement and upon execution ofthis Agreement by all Members. Each Member
shall file the resolution and signed Agreement with the of the of
, Minnesota, who shall notify the Members in writing when all Members have done
so.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned government units, by action of their
Governing Bodies, have caused this Joint Powers Agreement to be executed in accordance with
authority of Minn. Stat. ~ 471.59.
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u.s. HIGHWAY 169 CORRIDOR COALITION
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MISSION STATEMENT:
Working together to enhance safety, reduce congestion and maximize economic
development along the U.S. Highway 169 inter-regional corridor.
2008 Work Plan:
1) Organization and Administration:
a) Organize and begin regular meetings of the Steering Committee, Policy
Committee, and Technical Committee.
b) Establish regular meeting schedules for the above-named committees, and a
quarterly meeting schedule for the Coalition once formed.
c) Establish regular processes for administrative tasks such as keeping minutes
and financial records.
d) Develop a joint powers agreement (JPA) for the establishment of the Coalition
that will be adopted by the Steering Committee by the end of2008.
e) Develop a "seed" capital funding plan for 2009 activities; have the funding
plan adopted by the Steering Committee; and begin to secure funding
commitments for 2009 from cities and counties in the Corridor.
2009 Work Plan:
1) Project Funding:
a) Secure a Federal Transportation Reauthorization Bill (FTRB) appropriation in
the range of about $1.5 million to $5 million for studies throughout the
corridor, right-of-way acquisition and possible projects.
i) Prepare applications to Congressional and Senate representatives for the
designation ofTH 169 in the FTRB. Key Congressional partners include
Representative Tim Walz, Senator Norm Coleman (?) and Senator Amy
Klobuchar.
ii) If the appropriation is secured, it can also be used to defray the ongoing
cost of engineering and publication work related to the Corridor and
Coalition.
b) Prioritize identified projects in the Corridor for funding, paying particular
attention to geographic balance in project investment.
c) As a part of the project identification and prioritization processes, insure that
transit mode and alignment of transit, as well as possible project investments,
in the TH 169 Corridor is identified
d) Assist local agencies with materials and message delivery for use in their
activities in Washington, D.C. and at the state legislature.
2) Organization and Administration:
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a) Develop a budget for 2009,
b) Organize and begin regular meetings of the Steering Committee, Policy
Committee, and Technical Committee.
c) Establish regular meeting schedules for the above-named committees, and a
quarterly meeting schedule for the Coalition once formed.
d) Establish regular processes for administrative tasks such as keeping minutes
and financial records.
e) Develop a joint powers agreement (JPA) for the establishment of the Coalition
that will be adopted by the Steering Committee by the end of 2008.
f) Develop a "seed" capital funding plan for 2009 activities; have the funding
plan adopted by the Steering Committee; and begin to secure funding
commitments of at least $50,000.00 for 2009 from cities and counties in the
Corridor.
3) Coalition Building:
a) Develop a request for proposal (RFQ) through the Technical Advisory
Committee for the services of a "corridor advocate" who would;
i) Recruit additional governmental agencies for membership in the Coalition;
ii) Raise interest in the business community in the Corridor, the Coalition and
the work of the Coalition.
b) Interview and select a "corridor advocate."
c) Develop and put in place published materials and communications that will
assist the "corridor advocate" and the Coalition in building interest in the
Corridor, the Coalition and its activities. These would include, but would not
be limited to;
i) Establishment, production and distribution of a print and/or electronic
Corridor newsletter;
ii) Design, establishment and update of a Corridor website.
2010 and Beyond:
1) Project Funding:
a) Identify and secure additional Federal and State funding for future studies
throughout the corridor, right-of-way acquisition and additional projects.
b) Assist local agencies with materials and message delivery for use in their
activities in Washington, D.C. and at the state legislature.
2) Organization and Administration:
a) Hold regular meetings of the Coalition board, the Steering Committee, Policy
Committee, and Technical Advisory Committee.
b) Establish the annual Coalition budget and membership fee schedule.
c) Maintain Coalition administrative and financial records.
3) Coalition Building:
a) Recruit additional governmental agencies for membership in the Coalition;
b) Raise and maintain interest in the business community in the Corridor, the
Coalition and the work of the Coalition.
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i) Maintain and, as needed, develop new published materials and
communications that will assist the "corridor advocate" and the Coalition
in building interest in the Corridor, the Coalition and its activities.
4) Consultants: Retain consultants as necessary to build and advance the interests
of the Coalition
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Proposed Dues Structure Revenue
Option 1 Option 2 Option 3
Belle Plaine $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Bloomington $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 3,000
Eden Prairie $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 1,000
Edina $ 1,000 $ 3,000 $ 1,000
Golden Valley $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Hopkins $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Jordan $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
le Sueur $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Mankato $ 1,000 $ 3,000 $ 1,000
Minnetonka $ 3,000 $ 3,000 $ 1,000
New Hope $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
North Mankato $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Plymouth S 3,000 S 3,000 $ 1,000
Shakopee $ 1,000 $ 3,000 $ 1,000
St Peter $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
St louis Park $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Blue Earth $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 7,500
Hennepin $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000
Le Sueur $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Nicollet $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Scott $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 10,000
Sibley $ 1,000 $ 1,000 $ 1,000
Total $ 57,000 $ 63,000 $ 48,500
Option 1 Cities over 50,00g0contribute $3,000, all others $1,000
Option 2 Cities over 25,OO~ contribute $3,000, all others $1,000
Option 3 Cities over 75,000 constribute $3,000, all others $1,000