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July 10, 1990 ! Mr. Len Levine Columisbxoner, MN Dept, of Transportation John Ireland Blvd. St. Paul, MN 55155 Mr. Levine: I»m writing in regard to the corridor study underway for Highway 12 from Wayzata westward. I believe your attention and input on two topics would benefit the evaluation process. It would also minimize the negative impact of the corridor selection on homeowners in this primarily residential area. First, the city of Long Lake is permitting and has encouraged significant development along the current road site. This development, intentional or not, may negate the current roadway as a feasible highway corridor and should be checked during the selection period. The ability of residents to organize politically is limited relative to the commercial interests along current Highway 12 in Long Lake. Therefore, your office's assistance in protecting the current roadway as a priority corridor site is essential. Secondly, the evaluation team should be encouraged to access the railroad right of way through Long Lake as the southern alternative corridor. The required 300 ft. right of way is virtually protected (undeveloped) and minimal demolition would be needed where building has occurred. I believe dual use (train and highway) and minimal access until west of Long Lake should be considered. Re-zoning is not required since adjacent properties were built recognizing and expecting a similar use (train traffic). Also to consider, is developme: t during the planning period (next 10 years) cannot infringe on the railroad right of way; protecting it for highway construction. Your comments to these suggestions as well as action on them with the city of Long Lake and the Corridor Task Force would be appreciated. Sincejpely, ^ Bob Bruce 2205 Abingdon Way Orono, MN 55356