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Minnetrista council approves $600 contribution for Highway 7 grant-writing despite objections
Summary
The council voted 2–1 to spend $600 from local funds on grant-writing to pursue Trunk Highway 7 grants; proponents said the investment could unlock millions, while opponents questioned writing-cost estimates and whether MnDOT would allocate projects as the city prefers.
Council approved a $600 contribution to a regional Traffic Management Organization (TMO) grant-writing effort intended to support applications to the Metropolitan Council’s regional solicitation and the Highway Safety Improvement Program for Highway 7 projects.
Staff presented a packet showing the TMO’s total request and a suggested Minnetrista share of $600. The packet identified two target…
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