HomeMy WebLinkAbout26-085 - ADMIN Resolution - City Council - 2026/06/01
Resolution No. 26-085
Supporting Hennepin County’s preliminary layout for the Minnetonka Boulevard
Reconstruction Project
Project No. 4028-7000
Whereas, Hennepin County is proposing to reconstruct Minnetonka Boulevard (CSAH 5)
between Highway 100 and Aquila Avenue in St. Louis Park in 2028 and 2029; and
Whereas, the existing roadway was constructed in 1956 and has reached the end of its
useful life; and
Whereas, Hennepin County has completed a public engagement process and has
selected Concept B as the preferred layout that provides improved safety for all modes; and
Now therefore be it resolved by the city council of the City of St. Louis Park, Minnesota,
that:
1. The city of St. Louis Park approves Concept B as the preferred layout for the
improvements to Minnetonka Boulevard from Highway 100 to Aquila Avenue.
2. Hennepin County is hereby authorized to acquire right of way, permits, and/or
easements required for the improvements shown in the preferred layout.
3. City staff is authorized to work with Xcel Energy to develop final cost estimates so
that the city council can determine whether or not to proceed with the
undergrounding of the overhead utilities.
Reviewed for administration: Adopted by the city council June 1, 2026:
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Kim Keller, city manager Nadia Mohamed, mayor
Attest:
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Melissa Kennedy, city clerk
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