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REGIONAL LRT, COMMUTER, AND PASSENGER RAIL PLAN . Regional map provided by the Counties Transit Improvement Board. LRT REGIONAL PLANNING AT THE INTERCHANGE. Facilitate transit services Become an asset to the surrounding community Fit into the surrounding environment
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REGIONAL LRT, COMMUTER, AND PASSENGER RAIL PLAN Regional map provided by the Counties Transit Improvement Board
LRT REGIONAL PLANNING AT THE INTERCHANGE
Facilitate transit services • Become an asset to the surrounding community • Fit into the surrounding environment • Provide ease of movement in and around the area • Provide a sense of safety and security • Be a catalyst for growth • Provide year-round activity • Incorporate sustainable practices • Seamlessly integrate with the Ballpark • Be compatible with local zoning and adopted area plans • Be adaptable to the future GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Potential Public Space Features & Functions Urban Park / Garden Amphitheater / Outdoor Entertainment Lawn / Open Space Pavilion / Shelter Vendor Area Informal Gathering Space Water Feature Outdoor Seating / Tables & Chairs Site Furniture Amenities (benches, planters, bike storage) Playground Public Art / Sculpture URBAN DESIGN GUIDELINES
DESIGN-BUILD RFP TO SHORT-LISTED PROPOSERS ON 12/23/11
Four Short-Listed Teams: • M. A. Mortenson; • Adolfson and Peterson; • Graham Construction; • and Knutson Construction DESIGN-BUILD RFP PROCESS
Public Comment Period Occurred • Jan. 17 – Feb. 16 • Finding of No Significant Impact • (FONSI) received from FTA March 9 • Publication of Final EA March 15 ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT
Other $13.4 Million Federal $20.5 Million County $10.8 Million ANTICIPATED FUNDING SOURCES State/Met Council $23 Million Current Estimated Cost $67.7 Million