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0- J Memorandum - 1-35W Corridor Coalition .1 Page Two - November 21, 1996 2. Membership (page 4) I Initial membership has been expanded to include the Cities of Blaine and Circle Pines. Minneapolis is also expected to adopt a resolution of participation in the I near future. In addition, the Cities of Lexington and Lino Lakes have been approached as potential participants. 3. Financial Matters (page 7) I The initial participation as part of the Coalition had no financial commitment for Arden Hills other than staff time. The Joint Powers Agreement outlines the need I for an initial budget which is detailed in Exhibit 2. The total proposed budget for 1997 is $80,340. This budget includes the hiring of I a management firm to administer the activities of the Coalition, and a formula for sharing the costs related to the activities of the Coalition. a. Mana!!ement I The steering committee recognized that the oversight of the organization cannot be accomplished through the use of existing staff. The committee I has recommended the hiring of Strauss Management Company to act as administrator for the Coalition. The Management Services Agreement .. prepared by Strauss Management Co. is outlined in Exhibit 3. b. Arden Hills' Costs I The cost to participate in the Coalition for calendar year 1997 is estimated to be $4,347, plus staff time. This cost is determined based on a formula of splitting the overall cost on a SO/50 basis between the population of I each community and its Net Tax Capacity. The steering committee has established a $1,500 minimum and a $15,000 maximum contribution by a community to become a participant in the Coalition. I Other Issues The Coalition is proposed to be formed as a 501 C6 organization. By-Laws further defining the I operating procedures of the organization will be created upon final approval of the Joint Powers Agreement by each City. The steering committee has met with representatives from the Metropolitan Council on several occasions to discuss the Coalition's efforts. Met Council has I recognized the uniqueness of the Coalition and has identified it as an opportunity to use it as a vehicle to promote some of the broader Met Council goals. Hopefully, this will result in I financial assistance, but no funds have been provided to-date. Requested Action I Staff recommends the Council authorize entering into a Joint Powers Agreement for the North Metro 1-35W Corridor Coalition, and authorize the Mayor and Administrator to execute all .. related documents. I