Attachment A For Local Governments Requesting a 2014 Capital Appropriation I.

Project Basics
1) Name: Washington County 2) Project title: Red Rock Corridor Transitway 3) Project priority number: 3 4) Project location: Hennepin, Dakota, Washington and Ramsey Counties, Cities of Minneapolis, St Paul, Newport, Cottage Grove, St Paul Park, Hastings, and Denmark Township 5) Ownership and Operation: Who will own the facility: __Metropolitan Council__________________ Who will operate the facility: ___Metro Transit____________________ Names of any private entities that will occupy/use any portion of the building: 6) Project contact person: Andy Gitzlaff, 651-430-4338, andy.gitzlaff@co.washington.mn.us

II.

Project Description
7) Description and Rationale: This request is for $1 million in state bond funding for engineering, environmental analysis and preparation of an application to seek federal transit administration funds for the Red Rock Corridor transitway located within the Cities of Minneapolis, St Paul, Newport, St Paul Park, Cottage Grove and Hastings within Hennepin, Ramsey, Washington and Dakota Counties. The Red Rock Corridor transitway would run within these communities for approximately 30 miles. The Corridor has regional, statewide, and national significance as a primary transportation route for automobile, truck, and rail travel. It also includes Trunk Highway (TH) 61, a principal arterial and part of the National Highway and National Scenic Byway systems. The Metropolitan Council projections for 2030 show the entire length of Highway 61 in the study area as a congested corridor. With the projected traffic growth and no planned improvements, all key locations on Highway 61, including ramps and intersections, are forecast to operate at Level of Service (LOS) F during both peak periods in year 2030. The existing bus service is equally affected by congestion on Highway 61 and I-94. No transit alternative is currently available from Hastings to downtown St. Paul or downtown Minneapolis. As population and employment increase, demand for transportation also increases. Because of job growth in Minneapolis and St. Paul, increased mobility and greater access to employment is needed for both downtowns. The project would also provide system connectivity to increase transit destinations for persons using existing and planned transit systems in the Twin Cities area.

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An Alternatives Analysis (AA) study was completed in 2007 that recommended expanding bus service, increasing bus frequency and providing additional park and ride facilities, are the first steps toward building a stronger transit base in the Corridor. A commuter rail line was identified as the long-term transit option. The study is now undergoing an update and a bus rapid transit (BRT) option is also being looked at as a viable alternative. The study will conclude by the end of 2013 providing a clearer picture of the transitway concept that best meets the established public purpose for the investment.

8) Square Footage: The project includes the construction of a Commuter Rail or Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) transitway within a fixed guideway along with station structures and other support facilties and infrastructure. The total square footage under public ownership, or permanent easement in the case of commuter rail, will be determined during the engineering phase of the project.

III.

Project Financing
X Yes
For 2018

Do the project cost estimates below include inflation (see question 10 below)? Sources of Funds
Dollars in Thousands Prior Years For 2014 For 2016

No

Total $8,200 $500 $320 $107 $1770

State GO Bonds Requested Funds Already Committed State Funds City Funds County Funds (Washington, Hennepin, Dakota, Ramsey) Other Local Government Funds (CTIB) Federal Funds Non-Governmental Funds Pending Contributions City Funds County Funds (Ramsey, Washington, Dakota and Hennepin) Other Local Government Funds (CTIB) Federal Funds Non-Governmental Funds l TOTAL* Uses of Funds
Dollars in Thousands

$1000 $500 $320 $107 $1770

$1,200

$6000

$1200 $1000 $3600

$6000 $18000 $30000

$7200 $22600 $30000

$2697
Prior Years

$2000
For 2014

$6000
For 2016

$60000
For 2018

$70697

Total $2697

AA / Feasibility Land Acquisition Predesign (required for projects over $1.5 M) Design (including construction administration) Project Management Construction

$2697

$2000

$6000 $60000

$8000 $60000

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Uses of Funds
Dollars in Thousands

Prior Years

For 2014

For 2016

For 2018

Total

Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment Relocation (not bond-eligible) TOTAL* * Totals must be the same .IV.Other Project Information 10) Project schedule. Identify the date (month/year) when construction crews are expected to first arrive on site, and the date (month/year) when construction will be completed with a certificate of occupancy. Anticipated Start Date: __April 2019___________ Anticipated Occupancy date: __April 2022 (start of revenue service)_________ 11) Predesign. For projects with a total construction cost of $1.5 million or more: Has a project predesign been completed? Yes X No $2697 $2000 $6000 $60000 $70697

If so, has the predesign been submitted to the Commissioner of Administration? Yes 12) X No

State operating subsidies. The gateway corridor transitway will be incorporated into the metropolitan transit system operated by Metro Transit once completed. The operation costs would be split 50/50 between the Metropolitan Council and the Counties Transit Improvement Board. This is consistent with the regional model and statutory requirements for the other transitways in the region in operation. The anticipated first year of operating subsidy is 2022. The total costs of the subsidy have not been determined

13) 14) 15)

Sustainable building guidelines. Transportation Project, Not Applicable Sustainable building designs. Transportation Project, Not Applicable Resolution of support and priority designation. Has the governing body of the applicant passed a resolution of support (which indicates the projects priority number if the applicant is submitting multiple requests)? X Yes No If so, please attach the signed resolution. If not, please indicate when the resolution will be coming (and forward the resolution to MMB when available):

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BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS WASHINGTON COUNTY, MINNESOTA DATE

RESOLUTION NO. 20l3-089

July 9, 2013

DEPARTMENT

Public Works

MOTION BY COMMISSIONER

Miron
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SECONDED BY COMMISSIONER

Bear th

RESOLUTION OF SUPPORT AND PRIORITY DESIGNATION FOR 2014 STATE BOND REQUESTS WHEREAS, Minnesota Statutes section 16A.86 sets out the process by which local governments and political subdivisions may request state bond appropriations for capital improvement projects; and, WHEREAS, local governments and political subdivisions must pass resolutions of support for state bond requests and indicate project priority number if multiple projects are submitted; and, WHEREAS, the Governor and Legislature will consider these bonding requests in the 2014 session; and, WHEREAS, Washington County has identified three high priority projects were state bonding funds will be needed in the next bonding cycle, and, WHEREAS, the bonding requests for these projects are .listed below in order of priority: 1. Gateway Corridor - $5,000,000 in state bond funding for engineering, environmental analysis, and preparation of an application to seek federal transit administration funds 2. Hastings Bridge Trail - $2,000,000 in state bond funds for predesign, design, and construction of a new trail bridge 3. Red Rock Corridor - $1,000,000 in state bond funding for engineering, environmental analysis, and preparation of an application to seek federal transit administration funds; and, WHEREAS, the projects will be a benefit to Washington County and the overall region; and, WHEREAS, the state bond funds requested will provide a critical match to other project funding sources allowing these vital projects to go forward. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Washington County Board of Commissioners make requests in the 2014 legislative session for bonding for Gateway Corridor, Hastings Bridge Trail, and Red Rock Corridor and authorizes staff to make such request in the above indicated amounts and the above stated priorites.

YES BEARTH KRIESEL LEHRKE MIRON WEIK

NO

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2014 State Bonding Request 1. 2. 3. 4. Name: Project Title: Project Priority Number: Project Location: City of Windom Windom Arena N\A this is only request from the City of Windom City of Windom, Cottonwood County, Minnesota

5. Ownership and Operation: The City of Windom will be the owner of the facility. Operation of the facility will be responsibility of the City; however, operations may be performed by other parties under agreement or contract. These parties may include the Windom Area School District, Windom Youth Hockey Association or a joint powers board. The primary use of the facility will be the provision of ice (9-12 months per year) for the Windom hockey program, Windom figure skating club use by the Windom Area School district and for public skating. During any non-ice months the facility is anticipated to be used for public events, community festivals and\or school functions. 6. Project Contact Person: Steve Nasby, City Administrator (507) 831-6129 snasby@windom-mn.com

7.

Project Description and Rationale: This request is for $4,000,000 in state bonding funding to design, construct, furnish and equip a new Arena located within the City of Windom, Cottonwood County, Minnesota. Purpose of the Arena is to provide the public, youth activities and Windom Area School District with an ice facility. The City of Windom currently operates a multi-purpose Arena that was constructed in 1974 between a partnership with the City of Windom and Cottonwood County. The current facility is a 50,000 square foot steel building that is used about half a year as an ice arena and half a year as a venue for horse and livestock shows including time for the County Fair activities. The mechanical systems for making ice in the facility are very inefficient as they are original to the building; the building has no insulation, high ceilings and has a dirt floor. These factors make operations very labor intensive, time consuming to change seasons and thus costly to operate. The City of Windom taxpayers currently subsidize the operations of the Arena for about $185,000 annually, which does not include any debt service. In addition to the operational costs there are many upgrades that are needed to accommodate the user groups or address upcoming governmental mandates for air quality and coolant systems. Upgrades are estimated to cost over $6 million for expanded locker rooms, concrete flooring, new coolant system, ADA compliance and other minor maintenance. Additional expenses of over $1.25 million would be needed to help make the building more energy efficient. The costs to upgrade a 40 year old building that is near the end of its useful life as a multi-purpose facility are not sustainable for the community. A new facility that is targeted for use primarily for ice can be constructed up to the States B3 building standards and codes. Such a facility will be much more cost effective to operate with savings in labor, energy and a longer facility life.

8. Square Footage: The preliminary plans call for a new facility to be constructed covering 60,000 square feet with one NHL size rink plus additional surface for up to a second ice sheet. The projected square foot requirements have been estimated for the facility based on the following preliminary program: One NHL sized (85x 200) refrigerated concrete floor rink with non refrigerated perimeter concrete slabs.

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One Studio sized (58x 96) refrigerated concrete floor rink with non-refrigerated perimeter concrete slabs Basic steel framed hockey style dasher board system. Main Rink Permanent precast concert bleacher type seating for 750+ seats. Studio Ice area Room for 150 seats of aluminum bleachers. Upper lever standing/rail viewing Area behind last row of arena seats. Upper lever viewing of studio sheet off main arenas standing /rail viewing area Permanent locker room facilities below bleacher seating for High School Varsity Hockey Teams, Youth Hockey Teams and established Figure Skating Clubs. Lock Out toilet shower facilities for locker rooms. Separate referees locker room with toilet/shower room. Dry floor training room. Development of separate figure skating warm-up room off the studio sheet with restroom facilities. 2 regulation sized racket ball courts Refrigeration room. Ice Re-Surfacer room and maintenance office. Harness equipment from roof structure for Studio Ice. Programmed storage rooms. Main floor warm viewing area of arena ice. Large lobby with seating and vending machine areas. Concession room with room for freestanding tables and chairs. Check- In counter, arena office and conference room. YHA and figure skating office. Public restrooms with family assist restroom. Janitor closets, Mechanical/Electrical and elevator equipment room. Elevator. Skate sharpening room. Public meeting room(s). Party room.

The Arena building is projected to be an architecturally designed precast insulated concrete panel structure with all necessary mechanical, refrigeration, electrical, fire protection and plumbing systems included. The roofing system will be long span steel trusses, with metal decking, insulation and an EPDM single ply ballasted roof. The floors will be poured in place concrete, finished as noted. All interior walls with be concrete block. Site work will include perimeter building sidewalks with curbs and gutters. Supplemental parking and site lighting will be provided as determined after site studies are completed. Storm water run off will be controlled. Landscaping will be provided to meet or exceed the local landscaping requirements.

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III. Project Financing Do the project cost estimates below include inflation (see question 10 below)? __X_Yes ____No Sources of Funds Dollars in Thousands State GO Bonds Requested Funds Already Committed State Funds City Funds County Funds Other Local Government Funds Federal Funds Non-Governmental Funds Pending Contributions City Funds County Funds Other Local Government Funds Federal Funds Non-Governmental Funds l TOTAL* Prior Years 0 For 2014 4000 For 2016 For 2018

Total 4000

20

10

30

4000

4000

20

8010

8030

Use of Funds Dollars in Thousands Land Acquisition Predesign (required for projects over $1.5M) Design (including construction administration) 4.5% Project Management 3% Construction Furniture/Fixtures/Equipment 10% Relocation (not bond-eligible) TOTAL* *Totals must be the same. IV. 10) Other Project Information

Prior Years 0 20

For 2014

For 2016

For 2018

Total 0

10 305 204 6810 681

30 305 204 6810 681

20

8010

8030

Project schedule. Identify the date (month/year) when construction crews are expected to first arrive on site, and the date (month/year) when construction will be completed with a certificate of occupancy.

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Anticipated Start Date: May 15, 2015 Anticipated Occupancy date: July 1, 2016

11)

Predesign. For projects with a total construction cost of $1.5 million or more: Has a project predesign been completed? ___Yes _X__No (Underway) If so, has the predesign been submitted to the Commissioner of Administration? ________Yes ________No

12)

State operating subsidies. Identify any new or additional state operating dollars that will be requested for this project. (Specify the amount and year, if applicable). None Sustainable building guidelines. Discuss how the project meets or exceeds the Minnesota Sustainable Building Guidelines established under Minnesota Statutes, section 16B.325, which may be found at http://www.msbg.umn.edu/. These are now mandatory for all new buildings or major renovations receiving state bond funding. This project will be designed to meet or exceed the State Sustainable Guidelines (B3) utilizing the following strategies: Performance Management Guidelines We have recommended to the owner to in-list the services of an independent commissioning agent as soon as possible. This member will become an integral member of the design team. Site and Water Guidelines We will comply with all of the storm water, soil management, sustainable vegetation, light pollution reduction, erosion and sediment control during construction guidelines. We will also meet or exceed the appropriate location and development, heat island reduction, and transportation impact reduction guidelines. Energy and Atmosphere Guidelines We will meet or exceed the Energy Use Guidelines by investigating systems to most efficiently provide air exchange with tempered air (considering both utilization of high efficiency boilers and chillers or ground coupled heat pump system). CO detection and CO2 demand control ventilation can also be considered to minimize operational costs. We will utilize energy efficient lighting fixtures, including LED fixtures, and controls such as motion sensing and daylighting sensors. We will also meet or exceed the Renewable Energy Efficient Equipment and Appliances and Atmosphere Guidelines. Indoor Environmental Quality Guidelines We will meet or exceed all of the Indoor Environment Quality Guidelines using strategies that will include low emitting materials, moisture control, thermal comfort and quality lighting, daylighting and personal control of IEQ conditions and impacts. Materials and Waste Guidelines

13)

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We will meet or exceed all guidelines by selecting environmentally preferable materials and implementing waste reduction and management practices during and after construction. 14) Sustainable building designs. Explain the extent to which the project will use sustainable building designs, if applicable. Throughout the design process, the principles of sustainable design will be a primary design consideration. A high level of sustainability will be achieved through thoughtful designs that reduce construction waste and employ efficient thermal, electrical, and water systems. The project will incorporate using waste heat from the ice sheet refrigeration system that will be used in the ventilation and dehumidification system for the ice arena and potentially provide heat for other areas of the building. A ground coupled heat exchanger will also be considered for the ice sheet refrigeration system. The HVAC and Ice refrigeration systems will be controlled by a direct digital control system (DDC) that will implement energy saving control strategies. The DDC system will also monitor energy consumption, so that control strategies can be optimized for the actual use and operation of the building. Thermally efficient building envelopes and HVAC systems, alternative and usercontrolled lighting methods, along with water saving plumbing fixtures can dramatically reduce overall energy costs. Site selection and design concepts such as community connectivity, water efficient landscaping, and alternative storm water management practices are other ways in which environmental impacts can be minimized. We believe that through the successful integration of human needs and interaction with ecological stewardship of the natural environment, we can sustainably meet the needs of current and future generations. 15) Resolution of support and priority designation. Has the governing body of the applicant passed a resolution of support (which indicates the projects priority number if the applicant is submitting multiple requests)? __X__Yes _____No If so, please attach the signed resolution. If not, please indicate when the resolution will be coming (and forward the resolution to MMB when available): _______________, 2013

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