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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016-04-05 City Council Work SessionAgenda City Council Work Session City of Edina, Minnesota Edina City Hall Community Room Tuesday, April 5, 2016 5:30 PM I.Call To Order II.Roll Call III.Promenade Extension - Galleria, Southdale & Beyond IV.Adjournment The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing ampli(cation, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Date: April 5, 2016 Agenda Item #: III. To:Mayor and City Council Item Type: Reports / Recommendation From:Bill Neuendorf, Economic Development Manager & Mark Nolan, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:Promenade Extension - Galleria, Southdale & Beyond Discussion CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: No action. For discussion only. INTRODUCTION: This topic addresses potential implementation of bicycle and pedestrian facilities in the Greater Southdale area. ATTACHMENTS: Description Promenade -North extension discussion The CITY of EDINA Promenade Extension Planning for Bicycle & Pedestrian Improvements North of 70th Street Work Session Discussion April 5, 2016 1)Background 2)Long Term Vision 3)Implementation on New Projects The CITY of EDINA •What is the priority of implementing the Promenade North Extension? •What is the preferred route, if any? •What is the preferred design, if any? •How should this project be implemented as specific sites redevelop? www.EdinaMN.gov 2 Discussion Points The CITY of EDINA 3 2013 Promenade Extension Study The CITY of EDINA 4 2013 Promenade Extension Study Existing Conditions The CITY of EDINA 5 2013 Promenade Extension Study Phase 5 - Project Goals/Objectives 1)Extend the existing Promenade path system , which currently terminates at 70th Street , to Southdale. 2)Provide a pedestrian and bicyclist path system that interlinks the developments in the Centennial Lakes, Promenade, and Southdale districts, as well as the uses located north of 66th Street. 3)Provide a connection to the new Transit Center. 4)Provide a connection, if feasible, to the residential neighborhoods located north of Highway 62. 5)Incorporate the existing Promenade design themes into the expanded pathway system. 6)Provide distinct identity and way finding elements for the Promenade path system. The CITY of EDINA 2013 Promenade Extension Study 6 The CITY of EDINA 7 2013 Promenade Extension Study Existing Conditions •Sidewalk width varies from 5 feet to 10 feet •Materials include: colored concrete, scored concrete, asphalt & brick paver •Bike routes vary from shared to dedicated paths •Configurations include: separate paths, adjacent paths & shared paths The CITY of EDINA 8 URS Promenade Extension Study Diagram of ALL Path Route Options Considered The CITY of EDINA •All routes have challenges. •Phased implementation most likely. •Routes that loop around Southdale and cross Highway 62 at France Ave appear most practical. (# 1, 5, or 6) 9 2013 Promenade Extension Study The CITY of EDINA •The “over”, “under”, and “through” options have significant challenges. •Best option may be to “go around” (# 4) 10 2013 Promenade Extension Study The CITY of EDINA 11 Greater Southdale Vision - DRAFT The CITY of EDINA 12 Greater Southdale Vision - DRAFT The CITY of EDINA 13 Greater Southdale Vision - DRAFT The CITY of EDINA 14 Greater Southdale Vision - DRAFT The CITY of EDINA 15 Homewood Suites Site Plan The CITY of EDINA 16 Millennium of Edina – Site Plan Existing Conditions Southbound on York Eastbound on 66th The CITY of EDINA 17 Edina Galleria Existing Transit Easement The CITY of EDINA 18 Edina Galleria Existing Transit Easement Concerns & Challenges •Public use limited to “transit” •Slope too steep to comply with ADA sidewalk standards •Many conflict points at drive aisles and loading dock •Not friendly for bicyclists •Owner concerned with patron safety Request from Galleria Owners •Vacate transit easement •Relocate to east end as part of new expansion •Minimize conflict points •Provide dedicated place for bicyclists and pedestrians The CITY of EDINA 19 Edina Galleria Potential Bike/Ped Access Easement The CITY of EDINA 20 Edina Galleria Potential Bike/Ped Access Easement The CITY of EDINA •What is the priority of implementing the Promenade North Extension? •What is the preferred route, if any? •What is the preferred design, if any? •How should this project be implemented as specific sites redevelop? www.EdinaMN.gov 21 Discussion Points