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Transportation Commission
City Of Edina, Minnesota
City Hall, Community Room
Thursday, October 25, 2018
6:00 PM
I.Call To Order
II.Roll Call
III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda
IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes
A.Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of September 20, 2018
V.Special Recognitions And Presentations
A.Living Streets Project Scoring Tool
VI.Community Comment
During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share relevant issues
or concerns. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. The Chair may limit the
number of speakers on the same issue in the interest of time and topic. Generally speaking, items
that are elsewhere on tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment.
Individuals should not expect the Chair or Board/Commission Members to respond to their
comments tonight. Instead, the Board/Commission might refer the matter to sta% for
consideration at a future meeting.
VII.Reports/Recommendations
A.2019 Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Draft Engineering
Studies
B.CloverRide Route and Stop Recommendations
C.Tra/c Safety Report of October 2, 2018
VIII.Chair And Member Comments
IX.Sta1 Comments
X.Calendar Of Events
A.Schedule of Meeting and Event Dates as of October 19, 2018
XI.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 ampli3cation, an
interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861
72 hours in advance of the meeting.
Date: October 25, 2018 Agenda Item #: IV.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Minutes
From:Liz Moore, Engineering Specialist
Item Activity:
Subject:Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of September
20, 2018
Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve the meeting minutes of the regular Edina Transportation Commission of September 20, 2018.
INTRODUCTION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
DRAFT Minutes: Edina Transportation Commission September 20, 2018
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
Community Conference Room
September 20, 2018
I. Call To Order
Chair Richman called the meeting to order
II. Roll Call
Answering roll call were commissioners Ahler, Ayelomi, Johnson, Kane, Olson, Richman, Ruthruff,
Scherer, Veluvali
Late: Commissioner Zimbwa
Absent: Commissioner McCarthy
III. Approval Of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by commissioner Johnson and seconded by commissioner Ahler to
approve the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. Approval Of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by commissioner Ahler and seconded by commissioner Ruthruff approving
the August 16, 2018 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
V. Community Comment
Bruce, a resident on Sherwood Avenue, said the sign on Sherwood & Eden is not visible to drivers. He
asked the city forester to trim the trees around the sign and also asked Nick Bauler to talk to him as well
but nothing happened. Luther, the city forester, came out and trimmed the tree but the sign is only visible
on one side now. So, he asked for an additional sign and the Traffic Safety committee recommended the
tree to be trimmed. He stated that Luther Overholt should maintain the tree to be able to see the sign.
VI. Reports/Recommendations
A. Joint Meeting: Richfield Transportation Commission
The September 20, 2018 meeting also serves as a Richfield Transportation Commission (RTC)
extra meeting. The ETC and RTC met to discuss what each city is doing to improve their city’s
transportation. Some ideas from Richfield that Edina thought may be helpful are as follows:
Member Zimbwa arrived at 6:13 p.m.
• Having an Edina City Council Member attend the ETC meetings.
• Having members from Edina’s various commissions attend the ETC meetings.
• Finding a way to get the county to help fund improving 66th and the France/Xerxes area.
• New developments in Richfield are required to have parking in the back versus the front,
access to the building from the sidewalk and bicycle parking.
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Motion was made by commissioner Veluvali and seconded by commissioner Olson to move
Agenda Item VI.B to VI.C. All Voted Aye. Motion Carried.
B. Traffic Safety Report of September 4, 2018
Discussion:
A3. Is this something that the commission supports?
B1. After council approval, City Forester, Luther, will make sure to trim the trees on a regular
basis.
D1. Communication from MnDOT has been poor and needs improvement.
D3. Does that data from the speed trailer get communicated back to residents? Planner Nolan
said that when the traffic safety coordinator puts tubes out, the data may be communicated back
to the residents.
Motion was made by commissioner Veluvali and seconded by commissioner Ruthruff to
approve the September 4, 2018 Traffic Safety Report. All voted Aye. Motion Carried.
C. 2019 ETC Work Plan
The ETC discussed their 2019 work plan, ranked their key ideas as follows, and assigned a lead
commissioner:
1. Review Travel Demand Management (TDM) options and recommend a TDM policy or
ordinance for Council consideration. Lead commissioner: Bruce McCarthy
2. Work with Planning Commission to develop a process where the ETC provides input on
transportation-related issues, including traffic study results associated with
development/redevelopment. Lead commissioner: Lori Richman
3. Gain a better understanding of the transportation impact analysis process and educate the
public regarding the same. Lead commissioner: Bocar Kane
4. Recommend options to educate community members about pedestrian, bicycle, and motorist
safety. Lead commissioner: Mindy Ahler
5. Monitor and evaluate the CloverRide Circulator service and recommendations regarding
future service. Lead commissioner: Larry Olson
Motion was made by commissioner Johnson and seconded by commissioner Olson to
approve the 2019 ETC Work Plan. All voted Aye, motion carried.
VII. Chair And Member Comments
• Commissioner Veluvali said there are Lime bikes everywhere and they need to be picked up.
• Commissioner Ayelomi is a sophomore at Edina High School and attended a meeting last year
and thought it would interesting to be a part of the ETC.
• Commissioner Zimbwa is a junior at Blake and heard about the ETC through MJ Lamon.
• Commissioner Kane said traffic control devices at construction projects need better
reflectivity.
• Commissioner Richman passed around the Open Streets sign up and discussed the plan for
the event.
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VIII. Staff Comments
• Staff is still waiting for the future land use plan information before finishing the
comprehensive plan transportation chapter for review and will send the draft before the
October 25 ETC meeting.
• Neighborhood reconstruction update:
o W 62nd Street is complete.
o Valley View Road sidewalk is complete.
o France Avenue sidewalk is complete.
• CloverRide has 12-15 riders per day and people seem to love it. The task force is meeting to
discuss future recommendations.
• Limebike ridership isn’t quite where Lime likes to see it but they are fine with the results at
this time because of the city’s location.
• Shared Path: Lincoln to Dover and 70th to Cahill
o Bids came in high and were rejected by staff/council
• High School Transportation Study Update
o U of M Capstone group has selected this project and will complete the study.
• October ETC meeting is on October 25, 2018.
• Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail staff is proposing the Park Board to approve a plan for snow
removal.
Motion was made by commissioner Ahler and seconded by commissioner Olson to adjourn
the meeting. All voted Aye, motion carried.
IX. Adjournment at 8:03PM
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE
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J F M A M J J A S O N D # of Mtgs Attendance %
Meetings/Work Sessions 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8
NAME
Ahler, Mindy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 88%
Johnson, Kirk 1 1 1 1 4 75%
Iyer, Surya 1 1 2 25%
LaForce, Tom 1 1 2 25%
Kane, Bocar 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 100%
Miranda, Lou 1 1 2 25%
Olson, Larry 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 88%
Richman, Lori 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
Ruthruff, Erik 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
Scherer, Matthew 1 1 1 1 1 5 88%
Veluvali, Shankar 1 1 1 1 1 5 88%
Jenny Ma (s) 1 1 1 1 1 5 63%
Tessa Yeager (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 75%
Date: October 25, 2018 Agenda Item #: V.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Mark Nolan, AICP, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Living Streets Project Scoring Tool Discussion
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
City staff is asking the ETC to provide comments regarding a draft scoring tool we are developing to analyze
Living Streets elements in projects during the design phase. See the attached staff report.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Staff Report: Draft Living Streets Project Scoring Matrix
October 25, 2018
Transportation Commission
Mehjabeen Rahman, Engineering Intern
Creating a Living Streets Aspect Matrix to Communicate Priorities and Trade-offs
Information / Background:
The City of Edina Living Streets Plan was implemented to help transform the City to become more active and
livable. Implementing Living Streets has a positive impact on the environment, community health and safety,
and improves the quality of life and sense of community identity within the City.
Living Streets will be implemented as the City undergoes reconstruction and maintenance projects, with
aspects of Living Streets being incorporated as outlined in the Plan for that particular street type. This
transformation is expected to be a gradual process, with the principles of Living Streets being applied to all
street projects and any new transportation or land use decisions which are made.
In any street reconstruction project, the Living Streets aspects to be incorporated are determined by the
street type, existing infrastructure, and classification by external agencies such as the County or State. While
this process is intuitive for the individuals involved in the design, other stakeholders are often not as
knowledgeable. The Living Streets scoring project was initiated to address questions from stakeholders such
as residents, City Council, and the Edina Transportation Commission as to why certain aspects are being
incorporated on a particular City street. It sets the context for the project in terms of the principles of Living
Streets, the location, and the areas of interest in close proximity.
Developing the Matrix
The goal of the Living Streets scoring tool was to allow for as much of a direct comparison between
elements as possible. The initial idea generated was to do a valuation of the aspects of Living Streets to
allow for a comparison based on monetary outputs. The first step in creating the tool was to conduct a
background literature search to see if this kind of study had been conducted previously.
The main resources used in developing this matrix included the City of Los Angeles Complete Streets Manual
(http://planning.lacity.org/Cwd/GnlPln/MobiltyElement/Text/CompStManual.pdf), the Victoria Transport
Policy Institute manual on Evaluating Complete Streets (http://www.vtpi.org/compstr.pdf), the Center for
Inclusive Design and Environmental Access Report on Evaluating the Impact of Complete Streets Initiatives
(https://udeworld.com/documents/pdfs/IDeACenter_GoBike_CompleteStreets_web.pdf), and the City of
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Edina Living Streets (https://www.edinamn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1199/Living‐Streets‐Plan‐
PDF?bidId=) and Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plans
(https://www.edinamn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5433/Final‐Draft‐Edina‐Pedestrian‐and‐Bicycle‐Master‐
Plan?bidId=).
Although plenty of research exists promoting the different aspects of Living Streets and outlining design
standards, none focused on how the aspects compared to each other. Studies which outlined ways in which
to value Living Streets aspects recommended pulling from data that was mostly unavailable or not relevant
in the context of the City of Edina. Additionally, trying to assign costs to the different aspects is entirely
location dependent, varying greatly even within the same city and the methods of valuation and
recommendations suggested in the above manuals would require research and analysis beyond the scope of
this project. As a result, it was decided that the aspects be compared to each other in terms of the benefit
they provide for the community in which they will be implemented. A scoring system range from 1‐4 was
selected, with 4 representing the highest level of benefit provided. The Edina Living Streets Plan was used as
the guiding document in terms of addressing the principles.
Matrix Components
The Living Streets aspects listed below were selected for analysis since they represent the majority of
possible modifications to an existing City street. They are divided in to the overall type of infrastructure that
they represent.
List of Living Streets Aspects
Physical Infrastructure
‐ Pedestrian Facilities
o Sidewalks
o Shared use facility
‐ Biking Facilities
o On street
o Off street
‐ Traffic Calming
o Incorporating on street parking
o Narrower Streets
o Curb extensions
Green Infrastructure
‐ Boulevards
o New construction including Boulevards
o Boulevard trees
o Clean water BMPs such as rain gardens, tree trenches, and swales
‐ General
o Permeable pavements
The above aspects were compared in terms of the quality of life and sense of community identity, also
referred to as the neighborhood score, impact on natural resources, impact on health, impact on safety, cost
to implement, and cost to maintain and operate. Factors taken in to consideration for each of the factors is
outlined below.
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Quality of Life and Sense of Community Identity
One of the goals of Living Streets is to improve the current and future quality of life of the public by creating
more sense of community and improving networks within neighborhoods. The challenge for gauging which
aspects will create a more cohesive neighborhood is that neighbors will all have differing ideas as to what
would create a sense of community within the neighborhood. While one resident may think that cars
travelling down the street are speeding, their neighbor may not consider it an issue. Responses from the
community survey help inform decisions on which aspects of Living Streets are considered positive for the
community in which reconstruction is occurring. Street reconstruction causes a lot of inconvenience for the
residents; ensuring that they are bought in to the end product helps create a smoother process.
Environmental Impacts of Living Streets
In terms of the Environment, Living Streets help reduce runoff, while also increasing greenery which has a
positive impact on air pollution and reducing the urban heat island effect. Increased greenery also creates
local habitats for wildlife and pollinators. For this matrix, we examined the area of reconstruction to see if it
was within 200 feet of a classified water body. Depending on how impaired the water is, the greater the
impact from implemented Living Streets aspects. Thus, the score is weighted based on the level of
classification.
Health Impacts of Living Streets
Living Streets improve health by providing more options for those who would like alternative forms of
transport such as biking and walking. This applies to all modes and abilities, which is essential in Edina due to
large percentages of the population being over age 65 or under age 18. For the matrix, we considered
locations such as schools, parks, and senior facilities. These represent everyday places where pedestrians
and bikers can travel back and forth without the use of cars. In terms of importance, having these locations
within 1/8 of a mile was considered the most important since it represents about a 2‐3 minute walking
distance. The maximum distance to be considered was ½ mile which represents a 10 minute walking
distance and is the distance a person would typically be willing to walk to reach a destination. Scores for
reconstruction in a 1/8 mile distance is weighted by 2, within a ¼ mile distance by 1.5, and ½ mile distance
by 1.25. This represents the fact that the further away the park, school, or senior facility is, the less likely
that someone would walk that distance.
Safety Impacts of Living Streets
Similar to health impacts, safety impacts are also focused on ensuring the safety of individuals of all abilities
using all modes of transport. While the health score in the matrix mostly considers the infrastructure
available for use, the safety impact also considers the aspects that help increase safety, and the sense of
safety for everyone using that street including pedestrians, bikers, and motorists. While sidewalks allow
more people to walk, having a boulevard increases the sense of safety and encourages more participation.
Most aspects of Living Streets create a safer environment; narrower streets, boulevard trees, and on street
parking help decrease the speed of vehicles travelling on the road, while a sidewalk separated by a
boulevard creates distance from those vehicles. Scores for safety are weighted in the same way as scores for
health, with priority given to parks, schools and senior facilities within a 1/8, ¼, and ½ mile distance.
Costs to Implement, Maintain and Repair
Although many aspects of Living Streets are paid for using money from the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety
Fund, costs to maintain those features would often come from the overall operating budget of the City. As a
result, designers need to consider the maintenance and repair when making decisions on which aspects to
implement due their interdependent nature.
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Figure 1: Living Streets Matrix Figure 1 above is the matrix with the different aspects and the different scoring categories. This is the table in which the scores will be displayed once they are entered in to the separate tabs that exist in the worksheet. The bottom of the matrix also summarizes and lists the Living Streets principles from the City of Edina plan for reference by the individuals using this matrix. The matrix will also create a total for each aspect based on all the different scores and allow for comparisons between them. Each of the tabs representing a relevant scoring category have been set up to accommodate weighting, with the final weighted and average score being exported to the main matrix. Figure 2 outlines the considerations for scoring and weighting. The range is from 1‐4, with 4 being used for those aspects which will have the greatest impact within that particular scoring category.
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Figure 2: Scoring and Weighting Considerations
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Challenges of Using Matrix
One of the biggest challenges of using the Living Streets matrix is that the scores for each category are by
definition subjective. The best way to address this challenge is by ensuring that the scoring is a group
activity, with different opinions taken in to consideration when assigning a score.
The other challenge is obtaining a score for the cost and maintenance categories since they are so variable
and interdependent on other factors. For many situations, these two categories might not even need to be
considered, especially if these Living Streets aspects provide a much greater benefit than upfront cost.
Scoring Tool User Guide (Functions as standalone document)
This guide is to help users apply the matrix to construction projects when the planning process begins.
Neighborhood Scoring
Neighborhood scoring looks at what aspects the neighborhood wants and ranks them. These scores may be
based on responses to neighborhood surveys, community comments, open house responses, or any other
mode of communication. These may be direct comments or inferred from the neighborhood survey. For
example if a large number of residents mention that cars speeding down their road is an issue, this would be
interpreted as a need for traffic calming infrastructure. Petitions would also have an impact on
neighborhood scoring, and may even result in a veto of certain Living Streets aspects.
This score would rank the aspects from 1‐4, with a 4 representing the aspect that is considered the most
important by the majority of residents.
Natural Resources Scoring and Weighting
The natural resources score is based on which Living Streets elements have an impact on natural resources.
The focus in this case is water bodies within the City, but also considers air quality. While there are many
water bodies within City limits, only 10 are actively monitored and observed. These are listed below. Two
hundred feet was chosen as the buffer because it represents the distance beyond which these aspects will
have limited direct impact on the water bodies.
The City of Edina Prioritization and Rating System for waterbodies was implemented in 2015. Any changes to
the waterbodies in the future should be recorded and scoring changed accordingly.
Waterbodies to consider ranked on the basis of priority:
1. 303(d) Impaired Waters List
a. Lake Cornelia
b. Lake Edina
c. Minnehaha Creek
d. Nine Mile Creek
2. Drains to an Impaired Water
a. Lake Nancy (Off of Nancy Lane, north of W 64th street and south of Garrison Lane)
b. Lake Pamela
c. Swimming Pool Pond (Off of W 64th street across from the Edina Aquatic Center)
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d. O’Shaunessy Pond (south of Balfanz Road, west of Creston Road, 1.5 houses south of Lake
Cornelia)
3. Data shows water body does not meet water quality goal
a. Lake Arrowhead
b. Melody Lake
4. All others, or insufficient data
The above listed waterbodies to be considered only if they are within 200 feet of a construction zone.
Weighting for water bodies is based on which above category they fall within. If the waterbody is on the
Impaired Waters list, the score is multiplied as below:
Weighting Guideline for Water Bodies and Natural Resources
Water Body Characterization Weighting multiplier
303(d) Impaired Water 2
Drains to an Impaired Water 1.5
Does not meet water quality goal 1.25
Not within 200 feet of any above water
body
1
Health and Safety Scoring
Health and safety scoring considers the fact that having safe, easily accessible biking and walking facilities
encourage users of all abilities to take advantage of them. This helps with improvements in health among
vulnerable populations such as children and the elderly. As a result, parks, schools, and senior facilities are
identified and prioritized in the matrix by weighting based on distance from construction areas. List of
relevant schools and senior facilities are listed below and should be updated as new development occurs.
City of Edina Parks are not listed here since there are so many. However, only City parks greater than one
acre in size considered as bigger parks have more amenities and are a bigger draw for neighbors.
List of Edina Public Schools
1. Concord Elementary
2. Cornelia Elementary
3. Countryside Elementary
4. Creek Valley Elementary
5. Edina Community Education Services
6. Edina High School
7. Highlands Elementary
8. Normandale Elementary
9. South View Middle School
10. Valley View Middle School
List of Edina Private Schools
1. Calvin Christian School
2. Our Lady of Grace Catholic School
3. St Peter’s Lutheran Church and School
List of Retirement Communities/Senior Centers/Assisted Living in Edina
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1. Heritage of Edina (3434 Heritage Dr # Office, Minneapolis, MN 55435)
2. Aurora on France (6500 France Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55435)
3. Sunrise of Edina (7128 France Ave S, Edina, MN 55435)
4. 7500 Cooperative (7500 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435)
5. Brookdale Edina (3330 Edinborough Way, Minneapolis, MN 55435)
6. Yorkshire of Edina (7141 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435)
7. Walker Methodist Care Suites (7400 York Ave S, Edina, MN 55435)
8. York Gardens Senior Living (3451 Parklawn Ave, Edina, MN 55435)
9. The Waters of Edina (6300 Colonial Way, Edina, MN 55436)
10. Edina Senior Center (5280 Grandview Square #101, Edina, MN 55436)
To determine weighting, create 1/8, ¼, and ½ mile buffers around features such as parks, schools, and senior
facilities. These distances were selected because they represent distances that individuals would be willing
to walk to reach an amenity. ½ mile distance represents roughly a 10 minute walk, making it the upper limit
for weighting. If any part of the construction is within the buffer, the aspect should be weighted according to
the table below:
Weighting Guideline for Parks, Schools, and Senior Facilities
Distance from feature of Interested
(miles)
Weighting multiplier
1/8 2
¼ 1.5
½ 1.25
Greater than ½ mile away 1
Cost Scoring
Cost scoring is done by comparing the cost of one aspect of Living Streets to other aspects. This is
particularly difficult since these costs are often dependent on what other aspects are implemented. This
may be a category that is not used as often and may be muted when not needed. One instance where this
category might be useful is to demonstrate cost differences if residents are passionate about having a
certain aspect of Living Streets.
Cost and Maintenance Scoring
Similar to cost scoring, cost and maintenance scoring is difficult to isolate. There are also other factors to
consider, for example that a narrow boulevard is actually more difficult to maintain than having no
boulevard. However, some green infrastructure aspects such as permeable pavements and rain gardens will
always have a higher cost and maintenance scoring. These may be offset by the fact that they are very close
to compromised water bodies. Having the ability to incorporate cost and maintenance scoring allows us to
better understand and explain the trade‐offs that were made.
Neighborhood Equity
This is not a score; aspects which improve neighborhood equity are denoted with a ‘Y’. This column allows
the City to keep track of and be cognizant of aspects which improve neighborhood equity. It also allows
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comparisons to happen citywide so that designers and planners can ensure that infrastructure is
implemented in areas of the city where they would have the most impact.
Applying the Matrix
Case Study 1: Applying Living Streets Assessment tool to W 62nd Street Reconstruction Project (2018)
Project Map:
Factors Impacting Neighborhood Score:
Having on‐street parking was a priority for the residents.
Factors Impacting Natural Resources Score:
This project area is in the sub watershed of Lake Pamela, and within the 200 feet buffer zone. Lake Pamela is
classified as a waterbody that drains to impaired water. Scores that require weighting will be weighted by
1.5.
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Factors Impacting Health and Safety Score:
This reconstruction area is within 1/8 of a mile of Pamela Park, weighted scores to be weighted by 2.
The reconstruction area is also within 0.5 miles of an Assisted Living Facility, but since scores are being
weighted with the above factor in mind, there will be no additional score weighting. This reconstruction area
is also within the City’s ‘Twin Loops’ network.
Factors Impacting Maintenance and Cost Score
This location would be a good one for permeable pavers because of its proximity to Lake Pamela, but the
maintenance and operations cost for these pavers are much higher than regular sidewalk.
Living Streets Aspects Incorporated:
A shared use facility, boulevards, and on‐street parking was implemented in this project. The original plan
included on‐street biking facilities. It was not possible to incorporate these because of the challenges listed
below.
Challenges with Location:
The original design called for sidewalks on the north side of the street due to proximity to Pamela Lake and
Pamela Park. However, due to already existing infrastructure in the form of overhead power lines and an
underground fiber conduit, the area available to work with was limited. As a result some Living Streets
aspects had to be omitted.
Comparing Design and Matrix:
Pedestrian and Biking facilities received the highest number of points, followed by boulevard‐related
infrastructure. In this case, a shared use facility was incorporated which matches with matrix outcomes. A
boulevard was installed which has associated health and safety benefits while also providing space for snow
storage. In this case, neighborhood preferences were taken in to account to implement on street parking.
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Case Study 2: Applying Living Streets Assessment tool to Concord G Neighborhood Street Reconstruction
Project (2018)
Project Map: Concord G is reconstruction area within red box
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Factors Impacting Neighborhood Score:
A sidewalk was being considered on Parnell Avenue, but was not supported by the residents living on that
street.
Factors Impacting Natural Resources Score:
No weighting required for natural resources since this project does not fall in to any subwatersheds
connected to water bodies on the classification list, and is more than 200 feet away from the nearest
classified water body (Melody Lake).
Factors Impacting Health and Safety Score:
This reconstruction area is within 1/8 of a mile of a school, weighted scores to be weighted by 2.
The reconstruction area is also close to the Edina Community Center, but since scores are being weighted
with the above factor in mind, there will be no additional score weighting. Additionally, this area is entirely
residential and this needs to be considered in the scoring process. This reconstruction area includes a street
designated as a ‘Local Connector’ in the City’s Living Streets plan and provides a connection to the City’s
‘Twin Loops Network’.
Factors Impacting Maintenance and Cost Score
Not considered.
Living Streets Aspects Incorporated:
A sidewalks was incorporated along W 60th Street, as well as a 5‐foot boulevard.
Comparing Design and Matrix:
The category receiving the highest score was pedestrian facilities which were implemented. Pedestrian
facilities were especially important in this project because they provided connections to already existing
pedestrian facilities. Biking facilities received the second highest score, although they were not
implemented. This is a quieter residential street and this may be why it was decided not to include biking
lanes. Boulevards received the third highest score and these were implemented as part of the project.
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Case Study 3: Applying Living Streets Assessment tool to Chowen Park A Neighborhood Street
Reconstruction Project (2019)
Project Map: Chowen Park A is reconstruction area within red box
Factors Impacting Neighborhood Score:
Surveys were conducted in summer 2018. The results of the survey are in the process of analysis.
Factors Impacting Natural Resources Score:
No weighting required for natural resources since this project does not fall in to any subwatersheds
connected to water bodies on the classification list, and is more than 200 feet away from the nearest
classified water body (Minnehaha Creek).
Factors Impacting Health and Safety Score:
This reconstruction area is within 0.5 of a mile of Strachauer park, weighted scores to be weighted by 1.25.
The reconstruction area is also within 0.5 miles of an assisted living facility, Heritage of Edina, but since
scores are being weighted with the above factor in mind, there will be no additional score weighting.
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Additionally, this area is entirely residential, thus unlikely to be a destination for individuals living at the
facility. This reconstruction area is next to a street designated as a ‘Local Connector’ in the City’s Living
Streets Plan.
Factors Impacting Maintenance and Cost Score
Not considered.
Living Streets Aspects Incorporated:
Preliminary design plans include a sidewalk on Beard Avenue, which connects directly with Strachauer Park
on 62nd street. Residents on Chowen Avenue have also voiced interest in having a sidewalk installed.
Challenges with Location:
There are two large maple trees on Beard Ave that are in the right‐of‐way. The trees are on opposite sides of
the street which makes it even more challenging since a sidewalk on either side will impact a tree.
Additionally, there is also some opposition from residents who live on Beard Ave and they may speak out
against it.
Comparing Design and Matrix:
This project is currently in the design phase. According to the matrix, infrastructure related to boulevards
have the highest scores, followed very closely nu pedestrian facilities. Biking facilities achieved the third
highest score.
Conclusions
Based on the case studies, the City is already incorporating the relevant Living Streets aspect and the matrix
will provide as an efficient tool to demonstrate this fact to stakeholders.
Date: October 25, 2018 Agenda Item #: VII.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Mark K. Nolan, AICP, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2019 Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Draft
Engineering Studies
Discussion
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
No action required.
INTRODUCTION:
Please recall that at the August ETC meeting commissioners provided input into the 2019 neighborhood/ street
reconstruction projects. Attached are the draft 2019 Engineering Studies for these projects.
Commissioners are asked to review these studies and provide comments.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Chowen Park A/B Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction Draft Engineering Study
Indian Trails B/C Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction Draft Engineering Study
Todd Park E Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction Draft Engineering Study
Indian Hills C Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction Draft Engineering Study
ENGINEERING STUDY
CHOWEN PARK A/B NEIGHBORHOOD
ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION
Abbott Avenue, Beard Avenue, Chowen Avenue, Drew Avenue,
Ewing Avenue, York Avenue, Zenith Avenue, West 59th Street
IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-451
OCTOBER 11, 2018
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my
direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Aaron Ditzler Reg. No. Date
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SUMMARY: The project involves reconstruction of local bituminous streets, replacement of
existing concrete curb and gutter, installation of new concrete curb and gutter,
construction of new concrete sidewalks and localized rehabilitation of the sanitary
sewer, watermain and storm sewer systems in the neighborhood.
The estimated total project cost is $X,XXX,XXX. The estimated roadway
construction cost is $X,XXX,XXX and will be funded through special assessments
at a rate of approximately $XX,XXX per residential equivalent unit (REU). Utility
improvements amount to $X,XXX,XXX and will be funded through the City’s
utility funds. Sidewalk improvements are estimated to cost $XXX,XXX and will be
funded through the Pedestrian and Cyclists Safety (PACS) fund.
INITIATION: The project was initiated by the Engineering Department as part of the City’s
Neighborhood Reconstruction Program, identified in the Capital Improvement Plan.
The project complies with the City’s Living Streets Policy, as well as Vision Edina’s
mission statement to “provide effective and valued public services” and “maintain a
sound public infrastructure.” This project addresses updating substandard
infrastructure with improvements associated with the roadway condition,
watermain system, storm sewer system, sanitary sewer system and pedestrian
facilities.
LOCATION: The project includes Abbott Avenue, Beard Avenue, Chowen Avenue, Drew
Avenue, Ewing Avenue, York Avenue, Zenith Avenue and West 59th Street. A
detailed location map of the project is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1: Project Area Map
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EXISTING
CONDITIONS: Roadways
The roadways in this neighborhood were originally constructed between 1925 and
1960 (see Photo 1).
Photo 1: Chowen Park A/B Neighborhood, 1937
Most streets in the neighborhood do not have concrete curb and gutter. The
average roadway width is 30’ (measured from the face of curb to the face of curb or
edge of pavement). A recent geotechnical evaluation of the project area performed
by Braun Intertec showed the roadway section varies from 1.5” to 5” of pavement
over a silty sand and sandy clay base.
As part of the City’s Pavement Management Program, all streets are regularly
evaluated and rated on a scale from 1 to 100; 100 representing a brand-new road
surface and 0 being extremely poor. This rating is referred to as the Pavement
Condition Index (PCI), and is determined based on existing conditions and defects
(alligator cracking, raveling, potholes, etc.). The average PCI for the City of Edina is
70 and the average PCI for Chowen Park A/B is 8. An example of the current
pavement condition can be seen in Photo 2.
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Photo 2: Existing Pavement Condition
Alleys
There are eight alleys within the Chowen Park A/B project area, as shown in Figure
2 and Table 1.
Figure 2: Chowen Park A/B Alleys
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Alley Extents Adjacent
Properties Surface
Abbott-Beard W 58th St to W 59th St 23 Concrete
Abbott-Beard W 59th St to 130’ north of W 60th St 21 Concrete
Zenith-Abbott W 58th St to W 59th St 24 Concrete
Zenith-Abbott W 59th St to 130’ north of W 60th St 22 Gravel
York-Zenith W 58th St to W 59th St 24 Concrete
W 59th-W 60th York Ave to Zenith Ave 7 Gravel
Xerxes-York W 59th St to 247’ north 10 Gravel
Xerxes-York W 59th St to 130’ north of W 60th St 23 Gravel
Table 1: Chowen Park A/B Alleys
A recent geotechnical evaluation of the project area performed by Braun Intertec
showed the alley sections vary from 3.6” to 6” of gravel or 5.5” to 6.25” of concrete
over a silty sand and clayey sand base. All eight alleys are currently maintained by
the City (including snow plowing). Examples of the current condition of these alleys
can be seen in Photos 3 and 4.
Photo 3: Existing Gravel Alley Condition
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Photo 4: Existing Concrete Alley Condition
Traffic and Crash Data
Staff measured traffic volumes and speeds at several locations within or near the
neighborhood. Average daily traffic volumes within the neighborhood range
between 87 and 349 vehicles per day with 85th percentile speeds between 22.1 and
29.5 miles per hour. Traffic and crash data for this project is shown in Appendix A.
Multi-Modal Transportation
Pedestrian Facilities
There are no existing pedestrian facilities within the project area; however there are
sidewalks immediately adjacent to the project area on France Avenue and Xerxes
Avenue, as well as a sidewalk on Beard Avenue south of West 60th Street (see
Appendix B).
Bicycle Facilities
There are no bicycle facilities within the project area; however there are bike lanes
immediately adjacent to the project area on West 58th Street (see Appendix C).
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer system consists of 9” vitrified clay pipe (VCP) installed between
1949 and 1958. Historical records indicate there have been few sewer back-ups or
blockages in the area (see Appendix D).
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Watermain
The watermain system consists of 6” cast iron pipe (CIP) installed between 1949
and 1958. The overall system has experienced a relatively large number of breaks
(see Appendix D). The fire hydrants are original to the neighborhood.
Many homes in the neighborhood were constructed prior to the availability of
municipal water. Although several have had private wells properly sealed, City
records suggest many more remain unsealed. Based on Utility Billing records, there
are no properties in the project area that rely on private wells for domestic water.
Storm Sewer
The storm sewer system is located within the legal boundaries of the Minnehaha
Creek Watershed District. The system consists of 12” bituminous-coated
corrugated metal pipe (CMP) and 15” reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) installed
between 1953 and 1963. There are relatively few storm sewer inlets and pipes
located within the project area. About half of the streets within the project area
drain to the north and eventually discharge into Minnehaha Creek; the remainder
drain to the south and eventually discharge into Lake Pamela (and subsequently,
Minnehaha Creek).
Private Utilities
Gas, electric, communications and cable utilities are present in the neighborhood.
These utilities are a combination of overheard and underground facilities located in
backyards or along the boulevards. Street lighting consists of standard “cobra head”
lights mounted on wooden poles located throughout the project area as shown in
Appendix E.
DESIGN INPUT: City Council
2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
This plan, part of the draft 2018 Comprehensive Plan, was developed to guide the
City’s efforts to create a comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle network. As shown
in Appendix B, there is a proposed sidewalk on Beard Avenue between West 58th
Street and West 60th Street. Appendix C shows no proposed bicycle facilities within
the project area.
2015 Living Streets Policy
This policy balances the needs of motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders
in ways that promote safety and convenience, enhance community identity, create
economic vitality, improve environmental sustainability and provide meaningful
opportunities for active living and better health. The City will apply the Policy to all
street projects, including those involving operations, maintenance, new construction,
reconstruction, retrofits, repaving, rehabilitation or change in the allocation of
pavement space on an existing roadway. The Living Streets Plan includes 15
principles to guide implementation of the Policy, divided into four categories: All
Users and All Modes, Connectivity, Context Sensitivity and Sustainability. Below is a
summary of how these principles are incorporated into this project:
All Users and All Modes – This project will improve mobility and access to the
transportation network for a variety of users, including pedestrians, cyclists,
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children, seniors and the disabled. Replacement of the pavement surfaces and traffic
control signage will enhance safety and convenience for all users.
Connectivity – This project involves maintaining a transportation system that can
accommodate all modes of travel. Existing right-of-way will be repurposed to
provide new multimodal transportation facilities, which in combination with existing
and planned facilities, will form a multimodal network within the neighborhood.
Context Sensitivity – Engineering strives to preserve and protect natural features
within or adjacent to construction sites where feasible, including trees, waterways
and sensitive slopes. Residents within the project area were invited to complete a
questionnaire soliciting input on project design components, including multi-modal
transportation, street lighting and local drainage problems.
Sustainability – Engineering works closely with Public Works to implement
infrastructure improvements with consideration of lifecycle costs and future
maintenance. The new roadway section can be easily maintained long-term with the
use of proactive rehabilitation treatments, which will significantly extend the life of
the pavement. Reductions in impervious surfaces benefit water quality, and may
lessen the demand for chemicals to manage snow and ice (such as chloride).
Construction operations are required to use the smallest footprint necessary to
complete the work; this includes utilizing trenchless technologies, such as pipe
bursting or cured-in-place pipe liners. Bituminous pavements will be recycled on-
site, minimizing truck traffic to and from the site. This project will also reduce inflow
and infiltration of clean water into the sanitary sewer system, minimizing regional
wastewater treatment, reducing the risk of sewage surcharges and limiting the risk
of back-ups to residential properties.
Relevant portions of the Living Streets Plan can be found in Appendix F.
2018 Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan
The CWRMP identified multiple areas of flood inundation within the project area
for both the 10-percent and 1-percent-annual-chance flood event (also referred to
as the 10-year and 100-year frequency event, respectively). The first area was
identified at the intersection of Chowen Avenue and West 60th Street, extending
approximately 750’ north on Chowen Avenue (see Figure 3).
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Figure 3: Chowen Avenue and West 60th Street Flood Zone (LP_27)
12-15 structures on the 5900 block of Chowen Avenue could be impacted, as well
as 8-10 structures on the 6000 block.
A second area was identified between the 5800 blocks of Chowen Avenue and
Beard Avenue (See Figure 4).
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Figure 4: Chowen Avenue/Beard Avenue Backyard Flood Zone (LP_24)
A backyard depression area collects approximately three acres of stormwater from
the neighboring properties and is not connected to the City’s storm sewer system;
8-11 structures may be impacted. Both areas (LP_27 and LP_24) were included in
the 2014 STS-406 Improvement Project prepared by Barr Engineering, which
provided a detailed evaluation of several areas with high flood potential that
corresponded to anticipated roadway reconstruction. Relevant portions of this
report can be found in Appendix G.
A third area was identified at the intersection of Abbott Avenue and West 60th
Street and extending approximately 315’ east on West 60th Street (see Figure 5).
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Figure 5: Abbott Avenue/West 60th Street Flood Zone (LP_20)
This modeled inundation area primarily impacts the roadway section of West 60th
Street between Abbott Avenue and Zenith Avenue, but could impact the structures
at 3219 West 60th Street and 5928 Abbott Avenue.
Potential manhole surcharging was also identified in the 1-percent and 10-percent-
annual-chance events.
Staff
Public Works
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Public Works Department.
[COMMENTS]
Police and Fire
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Police and Fire Departments.
[COMMENTS]
Edina Transportation Commission
Prior to the Edina Transportation Commission (ETC) regular meeting on October
25, 2018, a draft engineering study was provided for review. [COMMENTS]
Relevant minutes from the ETC meetings are included in Appendix H.
Residents
As part of the Engineering Department’s practice of notifying residents 2-3 years
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prior to a potential reconstruction project, residents were invited to three open
houses between September 2015 and September 2017. Materials from these
meetings are available upon request.
On June 4, 2018, residents were asked to complete a questionnaire, soliciting
feedback on motorized and non-motorized transportation, street lighting and local
drainage problems within the project area. The questionnaire was completed by 94
of 308 property owners, a return rate of 31%.
The following is a summary of feedback received from residents:
• 46 of 94 (49%*) were concerned or very concerned with the speed of traffic
in the neighborhood; 48 (51%) were not concerned.
• 49 (52%) were concerned or very concerned with motorist behavior in the
neighborhood; 44 (47%) were not concerned.
• 57 (61%) identified an unsafe intersection within the neighborhood.
• 69 (73%) walk, run, or jog in the neighborhood at least 2-3 times per week.
• 15 (27%) ride a bicycle in the neighborhood at least 2-3 times per week.
• 24 (26%) reported parking on the street at least 2-3 times per week;
48 (51%) reported parking on the street less than once per month.
• 19 (20%) identified localized drainage problems in the neighborhood.
*Percentages based on number of returned surveys
The full questionnaire and responses can be found in Appendix I.
A neighborhood informational meeting was held on August 13, 2018 to discuss the
improvements planned for this neighborhood and others proposed for construction
in 2019. The meeting was attended by 43 residents representing 33 properties
within the project area. Materials from this meeting can be found in Appendix J.
Resident input regarding the project was also received in the form of emails, which
can be found in Appendix K.
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: The proposed improvements acknowledge many of the comments and concerns
raised by residents throughout the information gathering process, while still
maintaining the desired minimum standards of Engineering, Public Works and other
City staff.
Roadways
Typical Section
The bituminous roadways are proposed to be completely reconstructed to the
subgrade. The existing pavement and suitable aggregate material will be recycled for
use as base material in the new roadways where feasible. A minimum of 8” of
recycled gravel material will be graded and compacted as the base layer prior to
placement of 2.5” of bituminous base and 1.5” of bituminous wear course.
Unsuitable subgrade materials will be replaced as necessary to provide adequate
support for the new roadbed. The reconstructed sections will meet the
requirements of a minimum 20-year pavement design life based on projected traffic
loadings.
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All roadways within the project area are designated as Local Streets in the Living
Streets Plan. Per this plan’s design guidelines, Local Streets have a typical width of
27’ (measured from the face of curb to the face of curb) without sidewalks or 24’
with a 5’ sidewalk on one side. The majority of the roadways are proposed to be
reconstructed to 27’; Beard Avenue is proposed to be reconstructed to 24’ due to
the proposed sidewalk (see Pedestrian Facilities below) and West 59th Street is
proposed to be reconstructed to 24’ based on traffic volumes and existing parking
demand.
Parking
The City’s Living Streets Policy evaluates on-street parking based on classification,
adjacent land uses, existing demand and costs of construction and maintenance. As
all of the land use in this neighborhood is residential, and given the existing demand
for parking, staff believes that two-sided parking on most of the roadways within the
project area is appropriate. One-sided parking is proposed for the east side of
Beard Avenue due to the proposed sidewalk (see Pedestrian Facilities below). As
parking is preferred on the same side of the road as the sidewalk for pedestrian
safety, the location of parking is determined by the location of the sidewalk. One-
sided parking is also proposed for the north side of West 59th Street due to the
proposed 24’ width.
The existing and proposed street widths, sidewalk widths and parking
recommendations are shown in Table 3.
Street
Existing
Roadway
Width¹
(face to
face), feet
Proposed
Roadway
Width
(face to
face), feet
Sidewalk
Width,
feet
Boulevard
Width,
feet
Parking
Abbott Avenue 30 27 - - Two-sided
Beard Avenue 30 24 5 5 East side only
Chowen Avenue 30 27 - - Two-sided
Drew Avenue 30 27 - - Two-sided
Ewing Avenue 30 27 - - Two-sided
York Avenue 30 27 - - Two-sided
Zenith Avenue 30 27 - - Two-sided
West 59th Street 28 24 - - North side only
¹Existing roadway width is measured from edge of bituminous to edge of bituminous
on streets with no curb and gutter.
Table 3: Street Widths, Sidewalks and Parking
Roadway Signage
All traffic signage within the project area, including street name blades, will be
replaced to improve visibility and reflectivity (see Appendix E). All new signs will
conform to the standards of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD).
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Alleys
It is proposed to install bituminous pavement on the four gravel alleys to improve
maintenance operations. Minor drainage improvements will be completed by grade
adjustments of the gravel and pavement. Staff will evaluate whether pavement
repairs are warranted on the concrete alleys.
Multi-Modal Transportation
Pedestrian Facilities
A 5’ boulevard-style concrete sidewalk is proposed on the east side of Beard
Avenue between West 58th Street and West 60th Street. This sidewalk will connect
to the existing sidewalk on Beard Avenue south of West 60th Street and to future
pedestrian facilities on West 60th Street, West 58th Street and Beard Avenue north
of West 58th Street. Figure 6 shows all existing and proposed pedestrian facilities.
Figure 6: Existing and Proposed Pedestrian Facilities
Exact locations were selected by staff based on existing topography, connections to
existing facilities and private utility conflicts. The grass boulevard that will separate
the new curb and the proposed sidewalk will be 5’-wide for the majority of the
length of the street, but may vary depending on existing conflicts. The separation
from vehicle traffic creates a more pedestrian-friendly environment and is preferred
by Public Works for snow storage. The extra width needed for the sidewalk and
boulevard will be balanced between both sides of the street, where feasible.
All adjacent pedestrian curb ramps will be reconstructed to meet the current design
standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). As the proposed sidewalk
is not along a Municipal State Aid roadway nor included in the City’s Active Routes
to School Plan, it will not be maintained by City staff.
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Bicycle Facilities
There are no proposed bicycle facilities in this project area.
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
Given the significant areas of modeled flood inundation within the project area,
Engineering reached out to several property owners to discuss their experiences
with flooding in the neighborhood. Through those conversations, few property
owners voiced concerns about flooding after heavy rainfall events. This raised
concerns among staff that stormwater that would be expected to pond during these
events may be entering the sanitary sewer system through illicit connections or pipe
defects. Short Elliot Henrickson, Inc. (SEH) was hired by the City to conduct smoke
testing in portions of the sanitary sewer system within the Chowen Park
neighborhood to determine whether this assumption was accurate; no defects were
found to support this assumption. The full testing report can be found in Appendix
L.
The sanitary sewer main has been televised, and portions will be repaired using a
combination of open cut and cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) methods. These repairs will
address the issues of sags, cracks and groundwater infiltration into the sewer main.
The manhole castings will also be removed and replaced to reduce inflow and
infiltration of stormwater.
Watermain
Echologics, LLC was hired by the City to perform a non-invasive pipe condition
assessment on the watermain within the project area, and staff has reviewed
historical break data to determine the extent of improvements needed. All of the
existing watermain will be replaced using a combination of pipebursting and open
cut methods, and all water services will be replaced. [NEW WATERMAIN LOOP
ON 59TH WITH GRAPHIC] All gate valves and fire hydrants within the project area
will be replaced and, if needed, additional hydrants will be installed to meet current
public safety standards. The new fire hydrants will include the Storz nozzle fittings
desired by the Edina Fire Department for quick connection of fire hoses.
As part of the City’s Wellhead Protection Plan, staff plans to engage property
owners who have unsealed private wells and encourage them to have them properly
sealed.
Storm Sewer
Based on existing conditions and the scope of utility work, new concrete curb and
gutter will be installed throughout the project, providing a continuous, functional
conduit for stormwater. The storm sewer network will have modifications to
resolve existing drainage issues at various locations throughout the neighborhood.
Some of the existing structures will be removed and replaced due to their poor
condition. Sump drains will be installed where feasible to allow property owners to
connect their sump pump discharges directly into the storm sewer system.
The STS-406 study evaluated several options to address the areas of flood
inundation on Chowen Avenue and West 60th Street:
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Option A: Construct stormwater infiltration swales within the right-of-way
and install new storm sewer pipes to drain the backyard depression area
Option B: Construct stormwater infiltration swales and perforated
underground storage pipes within the right-of-way and install a new storm
sewer pipes to drain the backyard depression area
Option C: Install new storm sewer pipes to drain the backyard depression
area, as well as along West 60th Street and France Avenue
Option D: Install new storm sewer pipes to drain the backyard depression
area, as well as upsize the existing pipes south of West 60th Street
While Options A and B would exemplify Living Streets principles (specifically, the
inclusion of green infrastructure components), these options were determined to be
infeasible based on their high costs compared to the level of flood protection
improvement they provide. Option D was evaluated in 2015 prior to the
reconstruction of roadways south of West 60th Street (Strachauer Park A) and was
determined to be infeasible based on costs and construction impacts to adjacent
residential properties.
It is proposed to extend storm sewer pipes from Chowen Avenue and West 60th
Street to the north along Chowen Avenue. Connection to the backyard depression
area between Chowen Avenue and Beard Avenue is not proposed as part of this
project due to disinterest from adjacent property owners and the lack of easements
such work would require; however, the proposed storm sewer pipes on Chowen
Avenue would allow for a connection to the backyards in the future. Per Option C,
it is anticipated that new storm sewer pipes will be installed along West 60th Street
and France Avenue as part of a future project (as neither street is included in the
project limits for Chowen Park A/B). It is also anticipated that the area of flood
inundation at the intersection of Abbott Avenue and West 60th Street can also be
addressed as part of a future project on West 60th Street.
Private Utilities
Staff met with representatives of several private utility companies on October 12,
2018 to discuss the proposed 2019 reconstruction projects and preliminary
improvements. Portions of the private utility networks may receive upgrades prior
to construction; however, this work is not part of the City’s project. Currently, the
City does not have a standard to determine where and when street lighting should
be improved. Unlike other infrastructure improvements, lighting can be installed at a
later date with minimal disturbance through the use of trenchless technologies. The
lighting in the neighborhood is sufficient to delineate the intersections; therefore,
staff is recommending no revisions to the current street lighting.
RIGHT-OF-WAY/
EASEMENTS: Existing roadway right-of-way in this neighborhood is 60’; alley right-of-way is 14’. It
is anticipated that the majority of this project can be constructed within existing
ROW. Many properties have vegetation, boulders, retaining walls or other
landscaped items within the City right-of-way. A portion of these landscape items
will interfere with some of the proposed infrastructure improvements and will need
to be removed in order to complete the necessary work.
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A ROW permit from Hennepin County will be required for work that will occur at
West 59th Street and Xerxes Avenue.
PROJECT COSTS: The total estimated project cost is $X,XXX,XXX (see Table 4). The total cost
includes direct costs for engineering, clerical and construction finance costs from
the start of the project to the final assessment hearing.
Item Amount Total Cost Funding Source
Roadway Total: $ X,XXX,XXX Special Assessments
Sanitary Sewer $ XXX,XXX
Watermain $ X,XXX,XXX
Storm Sewer $ XXX,XXX
Utility Total: $ X,XXX,XXX City Utility Funds
Sidewalk Total: $ XXX,XXX PACS Fund
Project Total: $ X,XXX,XXX
Table 4: Estimated Project Costs
ASSESSMENTS: Assessments will be levied against the benefiting adjacent properties pursuant to
Chapter 429 of the Minnesota State Statues.
Roadway
Based on the City’s Special Assessment Policy, there are 268 residential equivalent
units (REUs) in the Chowen Park A/B project area. The estimated assessment per
REU is $XX,XXX (see Figure 7).
Figure 7: Preliminary Roadway Assessment Map
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The formulas for calculating REUs are described below:
Single-Family Residential Lots with No Roadway Access
3100, 3104, 3108, 3112, 3204, 3208, 3212, 3304, 3308, 3312, 3404, 3408 and 3412
West 60th Street; 5828, 5832, 5836, 5844, 5904, 5908, 5912, 5916, 5920, 5924, 5928
and 5932 Xerxes Avenue;
= 0 REU (no direct access to roadways within
project area)
Single-Family Residential Corner Lots
5800 and 5801 Abbott Avenue; 5800, 5801 and 5936 Beard Avenue; 5800, 5801,
5932 and 5933 Chowen Avenue; 5800, 5801, 5932 and 5933 Drew Avenue; 5800,
5801 and 5945 Ewing Avenue; 3116, 3200, 3216, 3300, 3316, 3400, 3416 and 3808
West 60th Street; 5848 and 5900 Xerxes Avenue; 5800 and 5801 York Avenue;
5800 and 5801 Zenith Avenue;
= 0.5 REU (partial access off West 58th Street,
West 60th Street and Xerxes Avenue)
All other properties are single-family residential located entirely within the project
area and will be subjected to an assessment of 1 REU. The preliminary roadway
assessment roll can be found in Appendix M.
Alley
Based on the City’s Special Assessment Policy, there are 62 REUs adjacent to the
gravel alleys, as shown in Appendix I. The estimated assessment per REU is $X,XXX
(see Figure 8).
Figure 8: Preliminary Alley Assessment Map
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The preliminary alley assessment roll can be found in Appendix M.
PROJECT SCHEDULE: The following schedule outlines the past and future tasks to be performed related to
the project:
Neighborhood Open House (all 2017/2018 projects) September 28, 2015
Neighborhood Open House (all 2018/2019 projects) September 26, 2016
Neighborhood Open House (all 2019/2020 projects) September 25, 2017
Neighborhood Informational Meeting (all 2019 projects) August 13, 2018
ETC Engineering Study Review October 25, 2018
Receive Engineering Study November 26, 2018
Public Improvement Hearing December 10, 2018
Bid Opening March/April 2019
Award Contract/Begin Construction Spring 2019
Complete Construction Fall 2019
Final Assessment Hearing October 2020
RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes the project can be completed during the 2019 construction season.
Staff believes the construction of this project is feasible, cost effective and necessary
to improve the public infrastructure in the Chowen Park A/B neighborhood.
APPENDIX: A. Traffic and Crash Data
B. Comprehensive Plan Update – Pedestrian Facilities
C. Comprehensive Plan Update – Bicycle Facilities
D. Sewer Blocks and Watermain Breaks
E. Streetlights and Signs
F. Living Streets Plan
G. STS-406 Improvement Project Report
H. Edina Transportation Commission Meeting Minutes
I. Resident Questionnaire
J. Neighborhood Informational Meeting Materials
K. Correspondence from Residents
L. SEH Smoke Testing Report
M. Preliminary Assessment Rolls
ENGINEERING STUDY
INDIAN TRAILS B/C NEIGHBORHOOD
ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION
Bello Drive, Comanche Court, Overholt Pass, Paiute Circle,
Paiute Drive, Paiute Pass, Sally Lane, Shawnee Circle
IMPROVEMENT NOs. BA-452 and BA-453
OCTOBER 11, 2018
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my
direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Aaron Ditzler Reg. No. Date
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SUMMARY: The project involves reconstruction of local bituminous streets, spot replacement of
existing concrete curb and gutter, installation of new concrete curb and gutter,
construction of retaining walls and localized rehabilitation of the sanitary sewer,
watermain and storm sewer systems in the neighborhood.
The estimated total project cost is $X,XXX,XXX. The estimated roadway
construction cost is $X,XXX,XXX and will be funded through special assessments
at a rate of approximately $XX,XXX per residential equivalent unit (REU). Utility
improvements amount to $X,XXX,XXX and will be funded through the City’s
utility funds.
INITIATION: The project was initiated by the Engineering Department as part of the City’s
Neighborhood Reconstruction Program, identified in the Capital Improvement Plan.
The project complies with the City’s Living Streets Policy, as well as Vision Edina’s
mission statement to “provide effective and valued public services” and “maintain a
sound public infrastructure.” This project addresses updating substandard
infrastructure with improvements associated with the roadway condition,
watermain system, storm sewer system and sanitary sewer system.
LOCATION: The project includes Bello Drive, Comanche Court, Overholt Pass, Paiute Circle,
Paiute Drive, Paiute Pass, Sally Lane and Shawnee Circle. A detailed location map of
the project is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1: Project Area Map
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EXISTING
CONDITIONS: Roadways
The roadways in this neighborhood were originally constructed between 1941 and
1991 (see Photo 1).
Photo 1: Indian Trails B/C Neighborhood, 1971
Maintenance records indicate seal coating was performed within the project area in
1993 and 2007; Shawnee Circle was overlayed in 2011 and Sally Lane between
Valley View Road and Paiute Pass was repaved in 2015 after installation of new
storm sewer pipes (see Existing Storm Sewer).
Most of the streets in the neighborhood have concrete curb and gutter. The average
roadway width is 30’ (measured from the face of curb to the face of curb or edge of
pavement). A recent geotechnical evaluation of the project area performed by Braun
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Intertec showed the roadway section varies from 3” to 5” of pavement over a silty
sand clay and gravel base.
As part of the City’s Pavement Management Program, all streets are regularly
evaluated and rated on a scale from 1 to 100; 100 representing a brand-new road
surface and 0 being extremely poor. This rating is referred to as the Pavement
Condition Index (PCI), and is determined based on existing conditions and defects
(alligator cracking, raveling, potholes, etc.). The average PCI for the City of Edina is
70 and the average PCI for Indian Trails B/C is 40. An example of the current
pavement condition can be seen in Photo 2.
Photo 2: Existing Pavement Condition
Traffic and Crash Data
Staff measured traffic volumes and speeds at locations within or near the
neighborhood. Average daily traffic volumes within the neighborhood range
between 117 and 446 vehicles per day with 85th percentile speeds between 20.2 and
29.3 miles per hour. Traffic and crash data for this project is shown in Appendix A.
Retaining Walls
There are a series of natural stone retaining walls along the north side of Shawnee
Circle and the east side of Overholt Pass within the project area. These walls were
originally constructed between 1960 and 1971, and range in height from 6” to 8’. A
recent geotechnical evaluation performed by Braun Intertec showed the wall backfill
consists of topsoil, silty sand and trace amounts of gravel. The current condition of
the walls can be seen in Photos 3 and 4.
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Photo 3: Shawnee Circle Retaining Wall
Photo 4: Overholt Pass Retaining Wall
Multi-Modal Transportation
Pedestrian Facilities
There are no existing pedestrian facilities within the project area; however there is a
sidewalk on Valley View Road immediately adjacent to the project area (see
Appendix B).
Bicycle Facilities
There are no bicycle facilities within the project area; however there are bike lanes
on Valley View Road immediately adjacent to the project area (see Appendix C).
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Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer system consists of 8”-9” vitrified clay pipe (VCP), 8”-10” ductile
iron pipe (DIP) and 12” reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) installed between 1964 and
1991. Historical records indicate there have been few sewer back-ups or blockages
in the area (see Appendix D).
Watermain
The watermain system consists of 6” DIP and 1.25”-2” copper pipe installed
between 1967 and 1991. The overall system has experienced relatively few breaks
(see Appendix D). The fire hydrants are original to the neighborhood.
Several homes in the neighborhood were constructed prior to the availability of
municipal water. Although most have had private wells properly sealed, City records
suggest some remain unsealed. Based on Utility Billing records, there are no homes
that rely on private wells for domestic water.
Storm Sewer
The storm sewer system is located within the legal boundaries of the Nine Mile
Creek Watershed District. The system consists of 12”-36” RCP and 24” corrugated
metal pipe (CMP) installed between 1969 and 2015. The majority of the streets
within the project area drain to the south and eventually discharge to the Braemar
Branch of Nine Mile Creek; a small area discharges to Indianhead Lake.
Private Utilities
Gas, electric, communications and cable utilities are present in the neighborhood.
These utilities are underground facilities located in backyards or along the
boulevards; there are no overhead facilities. Street lighting consists of standard
“cobra head” and “traditional” lights mounted on wooden or fiberglass poles
located throughout the project area as shown in Appendix E.
DESIGN INPUT: City Council
2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
This plan, part of the draft 2018 Comprehensive Plan, was developed to guide the
City’s efforts to create a comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle network. As shown
in Appendices B and C, there are no proposed pedestrian and bicycle facilities
within the project area.
2015 Living Streets Policy
This policy balances the needs of motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders
in ways that promote safety and convenience, enhance community identity, create
economic vitality, improve environmental sustainability and provide meaningful
opportunities for active living and better health. The City will apply the Policy to all
street projects, including those involving operations, maintenance, new construction,
reconstruction, retrofits, repaving, rehabilitation or change in the allocation of
pavement space on an existing roadway. The Living Streets Plan includes 15
principles to guide implementation of the Policy, divided into four categories: All
Users and All Modes, Connectivity, Context Sensitivity and Sustainability. Below is a
summary of how these principles are incorporated into this project:
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All Users and All Modes – This project will improve mobility and access to the
transportation network for a variety of users, including pedestrians, cyclists,
children, seniors and the disabled. Replacement of the pavement surfaces and traffic
control signage will enhance safety and convenience for all users.
Connectivity – This project involves maintaining a transportation system that can
accommodate all modes of travel.
Context Sensitivity – Engineering strives to preserve and protect natural features
within or adjacent to construction sites where feasible, including trees, waterways
and sensitive slopes. Residents within the project area were invited to complete a
questionnaire soliciting input on project design components, including multi-modal
transportation, street lighting and local drainage problems.
Sustainability – Engineering works closely with Public Works to implement
infrastructure improvements with consideration of lifecycle costs and future
maintenance. The new roadway section can be easily maintained long-term with the
use of proactive rehabilitation treatments, which will significantly extend the life of
the pavement. Reductions in impervious surfaces benefit water quality, and may
lessen the demand for chemicals to manage snow and ice (such as chloride).
Construction operations are required to use the smallest footprint necessary to
complete the work; this includes utilizing trenchless technologies, such as pipe
bursting or cured-in-place pipe liners. Bituminous pavements will be recycled on-
site, minimizing truck traffic to and from the site. This project will also reduce inflow
and infiltration of clean water into the sanitary sewer system, minimizing regional
wastewater treatment, reducing the risk of sewage surcharges and limiting the risk
of back-ups to residential properties.
Relevant portions of the Living Streets Plan can be found in Appendix F.
2018 Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan
The CWRMP identified multiple areas of modeled flood inundation within the
project area for both the 10-percent and 1-percent-annual-chance flood event (also
referred to as the 10-year and 100-year frequency event, respectively). The first is
along the Braemar Branch of Nine Mile Creek, between McCauley Trail and Sally
Lane (see Figure 2).
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Figure 2: McCauley Trail/Sally Lane Flood Zone
(NMSB_52, NMSB_69, NMSB_77)
14-18 structures on Sally Lane could be impacted, as well as 3 structures on Sioux
Trail.
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The second area is at the intersection of Sally Lane and Paiute Pass (see Figure 3).
Figure 3: Sally Lane and Paiute Pass Flood Zone
(NMSB_83, NMSB_84)
This modeled inundation area primarily impacts the roadway section of Sally Lane,
but could impact 2-4 structures on Sally Lane.
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The third area was identified between Sally Lane and Comanche Court (see Figure
4).
Figure 4: Sally Lane/Comanche Court Flood Zone (NMSB_70)
A backyard depression area collects approximately three acres of stormwater from
the neighboring properties and discharges to the City’s storm sewer system via a
backyard catch basin at 7013 Comanche Court. The 1-percent and 10-percent-
annual-chance events could impact the structure at 7009 Sally Lane.
These areas (NMSB_83, NMSB_84 and NMSB_70) were included in the 2014 STS-
406 Improvement Project prepared by Barr Engineering, which provided a detailed
evaluation of several areas with high flood potential that corresponded to
anticipated roadway reconstruction. Relevant portions of this report can be found in
Appendix G. In 2015, 36” RCP was installed along Valley View Road and Sally Lane
as part of the Valley View Road Reconstruction project to help alleviate flooding and
provide opportunities for future improvements in these areas.
A fourth area was identified on Paiute Circle (see Figure 5).
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Figure 5: Paiute Circle Flood Zone (NMSB_75)
This drainage area collects approximately 1.5 acres of stormwater from
neighborhood properties and discharges to the City’s storm sewer system via a
catch basin at 6910 Paiute Circle. This flooding only impacts the roadway section of
Paiute Circle.
A fifth area was identified in the backyards of 14 and 17 Bello Drive and 6916 and
6920 Dakota Trail (see Figure 6).
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Figure 6: Bello Drive/Dakota Trail Flood Zone (NMSB_35, NMSB_82)
These two backyard depression areas collect 2-3 acres of stormwater from the
neighboring properties and are connected to the City’s storm sewer system on
Valley View Road. Neither flood zone directly impacts a structure.
Potential manhole surcharging was also identified in the 1-percent and 10-percent-
annual-chance events.
Staff
Public Works
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Public Works Department.
[COMMENTS]
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Police and Fire
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Police and Fire Departments.
[COMMENTS]
Edina Transportation Commission
Prior to the Edina Transportation Commission (ETC) regular meeting on October
25, 2018, a draft engineering study was provided for review. [COMMENTS]
Relevant minutes from the ETC meetings are included in Appendix H.
Residents
As part of the Engineering Department’s practice of notifying residents 2-3 years
prior to a potential reconstruction project, residents were invited to an open house
on September 25, 2017. Materials from this meeting are available upon request.
On June 4, 2018, residents were asked to complete a questionnaire, soliciting
feedback on motorized and non-motorized transportation, street lighting and local
drainage problems within the project area. The questionnaire was completed by 35
of 93 property owners, a return rate of 38%.
The following is a summary of feedback received from residents:
• 16 of 94 (46%*) were concerned or very concerned with the speed of traffic
in the neighborhood; 19 (54%) were not concerned.
• 14 (40%) were concerned or very concerned with motorist behavior in the
neighborhood; 19 (54%) were not concerned.
• 19 (54%) identified an unsafe intersection within the neighborhood.
• 25 (71%) walk, run, or jog in the neighborhood at least 2-3 times per week.
• 5 (14%) ride a bicycle in the neighborhood at least 2-3 times per week.
• 5 (14%) reported parking on the street at least 2-3 times per week;
24 (69%) reported parking on the street less than once per month.
• 7 (20%) identified localized drainage problems in the neighborhood.
*Percentages based on number of returned surveys
The full questionnaire and responses can be found in Appendix I.
A neighborhood informational meeting was held on August 13, 2018 to discuss the
improvements planned for this neighborhood and others proposed for construction
in 2019. The meeting was attended by 19 residents representing 14 properties.
Materials from this meeting can be found in Appendix J.
Resident input regarding the project was also received in the form of emails, which
can be found in Appendix K.
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: The proposed improvements acknowledge many of the comments and concerns
raised by residents throughout the information gathering process, while still
maintaining the desired minimum standards of Engineering, Public Works and other
City staff.
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Roadways
Typical Section
The bituminous roadways are proposed to be completely reconstructed to the
subgrade. The existing pavement and suitable aggregate material will be recycled for
use as base material in the new roadways where feasible. A minimum of 8” of
recycled gravel material will be graded and compacted as the base layer prior to
placement of 2.5” of bituminous base and 1.5” of bituminous wear course.
Unsuitable subgrade materials will be replaced as necessary to provide adequate
support for the new roadbed. The reconstructed sections will meet the
requirements of a minimum 20-year pavement design life based on projected traffic
loadings.
All roadways within the project area are designated as Local Streets in the Living
Streets Plan. Per this plan’s design guidelines, Local Streets have a typical width of
27’ (measured from the face of curb to the face of curb) without sidewalk or 24’
with a 5’ sidewalk on one side. The majority of the street widths within the project
area will not be altered due to the proposed scope of storm sewer improvements
(see Proposed Storm Sewer). Shawnee Circle and Overholt Pass are proposed to
be constructed with a 24’ and 21’ roadway section, respectively, to provide space
for retaining wall improvements (see Retaining Walls) and minimize construction
impacts.
Parking
Per the Living Streets Plan, on-street parking should be evaluated based on
classification, adjacent land uses, existing demand and construction and maintenance
costs. As the land use in this neighborhood is residential, and given the existing
demand for parking, staff believes that two-sided parking on most of the roadways
within the project area is appropriate. One-sided parking is proposed for the north
side of Shawnee Circle and the east side of Overholt Pass due to the proposed 24’
and 21’ widths.
Roadway Signage
All traffic signage within the project area, including street name blades, will be
replaced to improve visibility and reflectivity (see Appendix E). All new signs shall
conform to the standards of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
(MUTCD).
Retaining Walls
Gale-Tec Engineering, Inc. was hired by the City to evaluate wall reconstruction
options on Shawnee Circle and Overholt Pass. Based on conversations with
residents, key criteria included avoiding large excavations and minimizing impacts to
adjacent properties. Four options for gravity walls were evaluated:
Option 1: Leave existing walls in place and construct precast modular
block (PMBW or “Big Block”) walls in front of existing walls
Option 2: Remove existing walls and construct new natural stone walls
with no-fines concrete backfill
Option 3: Remove existing walls and construct “Big Block” walls
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Option 4: Leave existing walls in place and construct new natural stone
walls in front with no-fines concrete backfill
Options 1 and 3 were determined to be infeasible based on the cost of the Big
Block walls and the impact to the proposed roadway widths. Due to concerns about
exposing backfill soils and impacts to trees and root balls by removing the existing
walls, Option 2 was also determined to be infeasible. It is proposed to leave the
existing walls in place and construct new natural stone walls in front with no-fines
concrete backfill; this option would result in the least disturbance along the walls
and the least required reduction to the roadway width (4’). The full report can be
found in Appendix L.
Multi-Modal Transportation
There are no proposed pedestrian or bicycle facilities within the project area.
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer main has been televised, and portions will be repaired using a
combination of open cut and cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) methods. These repairs will
address the issues of sags, cracks and groundwater infiltration into the sewer main.
The manhole castings will also be removed and replaced to reduce inflow and
infiltration of stormwater.
Watermain
Echologics, LLC was hired by the City to perform a non-invasive pipe condition
assessment on the watermain within the project area, and staff has reviewed
historical break data to determine the extent of improvements needed. Portions of
the existing watermain will be replaced using a combination of pipebursting and
open cut methods, and associated water services will also be replaced. All gate
valves and fire hydrants within the project area will be replaced and, if needed,
additional hydrants will be installed to meet current public safety standards. The
new fire hydrants will include the Storz nozzle fittings desired by the Edina Fire
Department for quick connection of fire hoses.
As part of the City’s Wellhead Protection Plan, staff plans to engage property
owners who have unsealed private wells and encourage them to have the wells
properly sealed.
Storm Sewer
Based on existing conditions and the scope of utility work, spot replacement of
concrete curb and gutter will be performed in the majority of the project area. New
curb and gutter will be installed on Shawnee Circle and Overholt pass to provide a
continuous, functional conduit for stormwater. The storm sewer network will have
modifications to resolve existing drainage issues at various locations throughout the
neighborhood. Some of the existing structures will be removed and replaced due to
their poor condition. Sump drains will be installed where feasible to allow property
owners to connect their sump pump discharges directly into the storm sewer
system.
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The STS-406 study evaluated several options to address the areas of flood
inundation near Sally Lane and Paiute Pass:
Option 1: Install new storm sewer pipes to drain the backyard depression
area
Option 2: Increase the capacity of existing storm sewer pipes between
Sally Lane and the Braemar Branch from 24” to 36” and 24” to 48”
Option 3: Construct two surface overflow channels between residential
properties along Sally Lane to convey stormwater from Sally Lane to the
Braemar Branch.
Option 1 is not proposed as part of this project due to the lack of easements such
work would require; however, the recently-installed storm sewer pipes on Sally
Lane will allow for a connection to the backyards in the future. Option 3 is also not
proposed due to the significant impacts to 7000 Sally Lane and the lack of easements
such work would require. Staff will engage in further discussions with Barr
Engineering to determine the effect the new 36” RCP on Sally Lane has on this area,
and whether the scope of Option 2 can be revised to further address the modeled
flooding.
[NMSB_77, NMSB_69 & NMSB_52: FURTHER DISCUSSION REQUIRED]
[NMSB_75: UPSIZE 12” PIPES, INCREASE INLET CAPACITY ON PAIUTE CIR, OR
DO NOTHING; FURTHER DISCUSSION REQUIRED]
Private Utilities
Staff met with representatives of several private utility companies on October 12,
2018 to notify them of the proposed 2019 reconstruction projects and discuss
preliminary improvements. Portions of the private utility networks may receive
upgrades prior to construction; however, this work is not part of the City’s project.
Currently, the City does not have a standard to determine where and when street
lighting should be improved. Unlike other infrastructure improvements, lighting can
be installed at a later date with minimal disturbance through the use of trenchless
technologies. The lighting in the neighborhood is sufficient to delineate the
intersections; therefore, staff is recommending no revisions to the current street
lighting.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
/EASEMENTS: Existing right-of-way in this neighborhood varies from 40.5’ to 60’. It is anticipated
that the majority of this project can be constructed within existing ROW;
temporary construction easements may be required for retaining wall
improvements. Many properties have vegetation, boulders or other landscaped
items within the City right-of-way. A portion of these landscape items will interfere
with the proposed infrastructure improvements and will need to be removed in
order to complete the necessary work.
PROJECT COSTS: The total estimated project cost is $X,XXX,XXX (see Table 2). The total cost
includes direct costs for engineering, clerical and construction finance costs from
the start of the project to the final assessment hearing.
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Item Amount Total Cost Funding Source
Roadway Total: $ X,XXX,XXX Special Assessments
Sanitary Sewer $ XXX,XXX
Watermain $ X,XXX,XXX
Storm Sewer $ XXX,XXX
Utility Total: $ X,XXX,XXX City Utility Funds
Project Total: $ X,XXX,XXX
Table 2: Estimated Project Costs
ASSESSMENTS: Assessments will be levied against the benefiting adjacent properties pursuant to
Chapter 429 of the Minnesota State Statues. Based on the City’s Special Assessment
Policy, there are 88.01 residential equivalent units (REUs) in the Indian Trails B/C
project area. The estimated assessment per REU is $XX,XXX (see Figure 7).
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Figure 7: Preliminary Assessment Map
The formulas for calculating REUs are described below:
Previously Assessed Single-Family Residential Lots
7142 Valley View Road;
1 REU
- 1 REU (previously assessed for Valley View Road
in 2015)
= 0 REU
7025 and 7028 Sally Lane; 7033 Comanche Court;
1 REU
- 0.33 REU (previously assessed for Valley View
Road in 2015)
= 0.67 REU
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Single-Family Residential Corner Lots
17, 33 and 42 Bello Drive; 6809 Sally Lane; 6908 and 6912 Shawnee Circle;
= 0.5 REU (partial access off Dakota Trail, Sally
Lane and Valley View Road)
All other properties are single-family residential located entirely within the project
area and will be subjected to an assessment of 1 REU. The preliminary assessment
roll can be found in Appendix M.
PROJECT SCHEDULE: The following schedule outlines the past and future tasks to be performed related to
the project:
Neighborhood Open House (all 2019/2020 projects) September 25, 2017
Neighborhood Informational Meeting (all 2019 projects) August 13, 2018
ETC Engineering Study Review October 25, 2018
Receive Engineering Study November 26, 2018
Public Improvement Hearing December 10, 2018
Bid Opening March/April 2019
Award Contract/Begin Construction Spring 2019
Complete Construction Fall 2019
Final Assessment Hearing Fall 2020
RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes the project can be completed during the 2019 construction season.
Staff believes the construction of this project is feasible, cost effective and necessary
to improve the public infrastructure in the Indian Trails B/C neighborhood.
APPENDIX: A. Traffic and Crash Data
B. City Comprehensive Plan Update – Pedestrian Facilities
C. City Comprehensive Plan Update – Bicycle Facilities
D. Sewer Blocks and Watermain Breaks
E. Streetlights and Signs
F. Living Streets Plan
G. STS-406 Improvement Project Report
H. Edina Transportation Commission Meeting Minutes
I. Resident Questionnaire
J. Neighborhood Informational Meeting Materials
K. Correspondence from Residents
L. Gale-Tec Retaining Wall Options Report
M. Preliminary Assessment Roll
ENGINEERING STUDY
TODD PARK E NEIGHBORHOOD
ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION
Brookside Terrace, Motor Street
IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-454
OCTOBER 11, 2018
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my
direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Aaron Ditzler Reg. No. Date
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SUMMARY: The project involves reconstructing the last gravel street in the City. Improvements
include the installation of concrete curb and gutter, new bituminous pavement,
regrading of a gravel alley and localized rehabilitation of the sanitary sewer,
watermain and storm sewer systems in the neighborhood.
The estimated total project cost is $XXX,XXX. The estimated roadway
construction cost is $XXX,XXX and will be funded through special assessments at a
rate of approximately $XX,XXX per residential equivalent unit (REU). Utility
improvements amount to $XXX,XXX and will be funded through the City’s utility
funds.
INITIATION: The project was initiated by the Engineering Department as part of the City’s
Neighborhood Reconstruction Program, identified in the Capital Improvement Plan.
The project complies with the City’s Living Streets Policy, as well as Vision Edina’s
mission statement to “provide effective and valued public services” and “maintain a
sound public infrastructure.” This project addresses updating substandard
infrastructure with improvements associated with the roadway condition,
watermain system, storm sewer system, sanitary sewer system and pedestrian
facilities.
LOCATION: The project includes Brookside Terrace and Motor Street. A detailed location map
of the project is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1: Project Area Map
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EXISTING
CONDITIONS: Roadways
The roadways in this neighborhood were originally constructed between 1910 and
1927 (see Photo 1).
Photo 1: Todd Park E Neighborhood, 1937
All roadways within the project area are gravel surfaces without concrete curb and
gutter. The roadway width varies from 12’ to 35’ (measured from edge of gravel to
edge of gravel). A recent geotechnical evaluation of the project area performed by
Braun Intertec showed the roadway section varies from 10” to 1’ of gravel over a
silty sand and sandy clay base.
As part of the City’s Pavement Management Program, all streets are regularly
evaluated and rated on a scale from 1 to 100; 100 representing a brand-new road
surface and 0 being extremely poor. This rating is referred to as the Pavement
Condition Index (PCI), and is determined based on existing conditions and defects
(alligator cracking, raveling, potholes, etc.). The average PCI for the City of Edina is
70 and the average PCI for Todd Park E is 0. An example of the current roadway
condition can be seen in Photo 2.
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Photo 2: Existing Roadway Condition
Alley
There is one gravel alley adjacent to the project area; Brookside Terrace between
Motor Street and Brookside Avenue. The alley varies in width from 10’ to 28’ and
has eight single-family residential properties adjacent to it. The Village of Edina
obtained a 27’-wide easement from the Minneapolis, Northfield and Southern
Railway in 1968 for “public roadway purposes”; however, a recent topographic
survey indicates that the alley currently exists partially within this easement and
partially on an adjacent parcel owned by the Soo Line Railroad Company, a
subsidiary of Canadian Pacific Railway (see Figure 2).
Figure 2: Brookside Terrace Roadway Easement
Brookside Terrace is currently maintained by the City (including snow-plowing).
Traffic and Crash Data
Given the location and context of this project, staff has not measure traffic volumes
or speeds. It is assumed that volumes and speeds within the project area are
comparable to most local streets in the City (≤500 vehicles per day, 85th percentile
speeds ≤30 miles per hour). Crash data for this project is shown in Appendix A.
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Multi-Modal Transportation
Pedestrian Facilities
There are no pedestrian facilities within the project area; however there are
sidewalks on West 44th Street and Brookside Avenue immediately adjacent to the
project area (see Appendix B).
Bicycle Facilities
There are no bicycle facilities within the project area; however there is a shared
bike route on West 44th Street immediately adjacent to the project area (see
Appendix C).
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer system consists of 8” and 12” vitrified clay pipe (VCP) installed
between 1951 and 1979. Some segments of the sanitary sewer are encased in
concrete. Historical records indicate there have been few sewer back-ups or
blockages in the area (see Appendix D).
Watermain
The watermain system consists of 1.5” copper and 6” ductile iron pipe (DIP)
installed between 1965 and 1979. The overall system has experienced relatively few
breaks (see Appendix D). The fire hydrants are original to the neighborhood.
Many homes in the neighborhood were constructed prior to availability of municipal
water. Although a few have had private wells properly sealed, City records suggest
others remain unsealed. Based on Utility Billing records, there are no properties in
the project area that rely on private wells for domestic water.
Storm Sewer
The storm sewer system is located within the legal boundaries of the Minnehaha
Creek Watershed District. The system consists of 12” corrugated metal pipe (CMP)
as well as 12” reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) installed in 1961. There are relatively
few storm sewer inlets and pipes within the project area. All roadways within the
project area discharge directly to Minnehaha Creek.
Recent aerial photography indicates sediment from the roadways and alley has
entered the storm sewer system and accumulated at the outlet to Minnehaha Creek
(see Photo 3).
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Photo 3: Sediment Delta at Outlet to Minnehaha Creek
Private Utilities
Gas, electric, communications and cable utilities are present in the neighborhood.
These utilities are a combination of overheard and underground facilities located in
backyards or along the boulevards. There is no street lighting within the project
area.
DESIGN INPUT: City Council
2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
This plan, part of the draft 2018 Comprehensive Plan, was developed to guide the
City’s efforts to create a comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle network. As shown
in Appendices B and C, there are no proposed pedestrian or bicycle facilities within
the project area.
2015 Living Streets Policy
This policy balances the needs of motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders
in ways that promote safety and convenience, enhance community identity, create
economic vitality, improve environmental sustainability and provide meaningful
opportunities for active living and better health. The City will apply the Policy to all
street projects, including those involving operations, maintenance, new construction,
reconstruction, retrofits, repaving, rehabilitation or change in the allocation of
pavement space on an existing roadway. The Living Streets Plan includes 15
principles to guide implementation of the Policy, divided into four categories: All
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Users and All Modes, Connectivity, Context Sensitivity and Sustainability. Below is a
summary of how these principles are incorporated into this project:
All Users and All Modes – This project will improve mobility and access to the
transportation network for a variety of users, including pedestrians, cyclists,
children, seniors and the disabled. Installation of new pavement surfaces and traffic
control signage will enhance safety and convenience for all users.
Connectivity – This project involves maintaining a transportation system that can
accommodate all modes of travel.
Context Sensitivity – Engineering strives to preserve and protect natural features
within or adjacent to construction sites where feasible, including trees, waterways
and sensitive slopes. Residents within the project area were invited to complete a
questionnaire soliciting input on project design components, including multi-modal
transportation, street lighting and local drainage problems. In addition, a project
workshop was help to discuss the proposed improvements and receive input on the
project from stakeholders (see Residents).
Sustainability – Engineering works closely with Public Works to implement
infrastructure improvements with consideration of lifecycle costs and future
maintenance. The new roadway section can be easily maintained long-term with the
use of proactive rehabilitation treatments, which will significantly extend the life of
the pavement. Construction operations are required to use the smallest footprint
necessary to complete the work; this includes utilizing trenchless technologies, such
as pipe bursting or cured-in-place pipe liners. This project will also reduce inflow
and infiltration of clean water into the sanitary sewer system, minimizing regional
wastewater treatment, reducing the risk of sewage surcharges and limiting the risk
of back-ups to residential properties.
Relevant portions of the Living Streets Plan can be found in Appendix F.
2018 Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan
The CWRMP identified flood inundation adjacent to the project area along
Minnehaha Creek for both the 10-percent and 1-percent-annual-chance event (also
referred to as the 10-year and 100-year frequency event, respectively). This
inundation area lies along Minnehaha Creek to the east of the project area, as
shown in Figure 3.
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Figure 3: Todd Park E Flood Zone (MHC_1)
This flooding could impact the structures at 5107 West 44th Street and 5131 Motor
Street within the project area. Potential manhole surcharging was also identified in
the 10-percent and 1-percent-annual-chance flood events.
Public Works
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Public Works Department.
[COMMENTS]
Police and Fire
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Police and Fire Departments.
[COMMENTS]
Edina Transportation Commission
Prior to the Edina Transportation Commission (ETC) regular meeting on October
25, 2018, a draft engineering study was provided for review. [COMMENTS]
Relevant minutes from the ETC meetings are included in Appendix G.
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Residents
As part of the Engineering Department’s practice of notifying residents 2-3 years
prior to a potential reconstruction project, residents were invited to open houses
on September 26, 2016 and September 25, 2017. Materials from these meetings are
available upon request.
On June 4, 2018, residents were asked to complete a questionnaire, soliciting
feedback on motorized and non-motorized transportation, street lighting and local
drainage problems within the project area. The questionnaire was completed by 5 of
7 property owners, a return rate of 71%. The full questionnaire and responses can
be found in Appendix H.
Due to the unique nature of this project, residents were invited to a project
workshop held on August 2, 2018 to discuss the proposed improvements and
receive input on the project. This meeting was attended by six residents
representing five properties. Materials from this workshop can be found in
Appendix I.
A neighborhood informational meeting was held on August 13, 2018 to discuss the
improvements planned for this neighborhood and others proposed for construction
in 2019. The meeting was attended by one resident within the project area.
Materials from this meeting can be found in Appendix J.
Resident input regarding the project was also received in the form of emails, which
can be found in Appendix K.
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: The proposed improvements acknowledge many of the comments and concerns
raised by residents throughout the information gathering process, while still
maintaining the desired minimum standards of Engineering, Public Works and other
City staff.
Roadways
Typical Section
The gravel roadways are proposed to be completely reconstructed to the subgrade.
The existing aggregate material will be recycled for use as base material in the new
roadways where feasible. A minimum of 8” of recycled gravel material will be graded
and compacted as the base layer prior to placement of 2.5” of bituminous base and
1.5” of bituminous wear course. Unsuitable subgrade materials will be replaced as
necessary to provide adequate support for the new roadbed.
Brookside Terrace and Motor Street are designated as a Local Streets in the Living
Streets Plan. Per the design guidelines of the Plan, Local Streets have a typical width
of 27’ (measured from the face of curb to the face of curb) without sidewalks or 24’
with a 5’ sidewalk on one side. Given the character of the neighborhood and the
desire of the residents to minimize construction impacts, these streets are
proposed to be reconstructed to narrower widths that are more comparable to
existing conditions (see Table 1).
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Parking
The City’s Living Streets Policy evaluates on-street parking based on classification,
adjacent land uses, existing demand and costs of construction and maintenance.
Given the proposed roadway widths, the existing demand for parking and the
requirement to provide adequate access for emergency vehicles, staff believes that
no parking on most of the roadways within the project area is appropriate. One-
sided parking is proposed for the south side of Motor Street, as is allowable with a
24’ roadway width. The existing and proposed street widths and parking
recommendations are shown in Table 1.
Street
Existing
Roadway
Width¹,
feet
Proposed
Roadway
Width
(face to face),
feet
Parking
Brookside Terrace (West 44th
Street to north dead end) 12 - 20 15² None
Brookside Terrace (West 44th
Street to Motor Street) 15 - 22 20 None
Motor Street
(Brookside Terrace to dead end) 21 - 35 24 South side
only
¹Existing roadway width is measured from edge of gravel to edge of gravel.
²Measured from back of surmountable curb to back of surmountable curb.
Table 1: Street Widths, Sidewalks, and Parking
Roadway Signage
All street signs within the project area, including street name blades, will be replaced
to improve visibility and reflectivity (see Appendix E). All new signs shall conform to
the standards of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Alley
Several residents along Brookside Terrace expressed a desire for the City to
continue to maintain this alley, while leaving it a gravel surface. Because the majority
of the alley is not located within the existing easement, and relocation would cause
significant impacts to adjacent properties (including the relocation of at least two
accessory structures), it proposed to perform no improvements to the alley as part
of this project. Public Works will continue to maintain the gravel surface as it
currently does.
Multi-Modal Transportation
There are no proposed pedestrian or bicycle facilities within the project area. All
adjacent pedestrian curb ramps will be reconstructed to meet the current design
standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer main has been televised, and portions will be repaired using a
combination of open cut and cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) methods. These repairs will
address the issues of sags, cracks and groundwater infiltration into the sewer main.
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The manhole castings will also be removed and replaced to reduce inflow and
infiltration of stormwater.
Watermain
Echologics, LLC was hired by the City to perform a non-invasive pipe condition
assessment on the watermain within the project area, and staff has reviewed
historical break data to determine the extent of improvements needed. Undersized
copper pipe will be upgraded to 6” DIP or HDPE main and all associated water
services will be replaced. All gate valves and fire hydrants within the project area
will be replaced and, if needed, additional hydrants will be installed to meet current
public safety standards. The new fire hydrants will include the Storz nozzle fittings
desired by the Edina Fire Department for quick connection of fire hoses.
As part of the City’s Wellhead Protection Plan, staff plans to engage property
owners who have unsealed private wells and encourage them to have them properly
sealed.
Storm Sewer
New concrete curb and gutter will be installed throughout the project, providing a
continuous, functional conduit for stormwater. Motor Street and Brookside Terrace
south of West 44th Street will be reconstructed with the standard bulkhead-style
curb; Brookside Terrace north of West 44th Street will be reconstructed with
surmountable-style curb to maximize the drivable width of the roadway. The storm
sewer network will have modifications to resolve existing drainage issues at various
locations throughout the neighborhood. Some of the existing structures will be
removed and replaced due to their poor condition, and some structures will be
replaced with sump structures to collect displaced gravel from the adjacent alley’s
stormwater run-off before it enters Minnehaha Creek. Sump drains will be installed
where feasible to allow property owners to connect their sump pump discharges
directly into the storm sewer system. Sediment removal will also be performed at
the outlet in Minnehaha Creek; this work will require a dredging permit through the
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District.
The modeled flood risk along Minnehaha Creek is regional in nature and influencing
the flood elevation cannot be addressed within the scope of this project.
Private Utilities
Staff met with representatives of several private utility companies on October 12,
2018 to notify them of the proposed 2019 reconstruction projects and discuss
preliminary improvements. Portions of the private utility networks may receive
upgrades prior to construction; however, this work is not part of the City’s project.
Currently, the City does not have a standard to determine where and when street
lighting should be improved. Unlike other infrastructure improvements, lighting can
be installed at a later date with minimal disturbance through the use of trenchless
technologies. Staff recommends no revisions to the current street lighting condition.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
/EASEMENTS: Existing right-of-way in this neighborhood varies from 40’ to 50’. It is anticipated
that the majority of this project can be constructed within existing ROW or
easements. Many properties have vegetation, boulders, retaining walls or other
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landscaped items within the City right-of-way. A portion of these landscape items
will interfere with some of the proposed infrastructure improvements and will need
to be removed in order to complete the necessary work.
PROJECT COSTS: The total estimated project cost is $XXX,XXX (see Table 2). The total cost
includes direct costs for engineering, clerical, and construction finance costs from
the start of the project to the final assessment hearing.
Item Amount Total Cost Funding Source
Roadway Total: $ XXX,XXX Special Assessments
Sanitary Sewer $ XX,XXX
Watermain $ XX,XXX
Storm Sewer $ XX,XXX
Utility Total: $ XXX,XXX City Utility Funds
Project Total: $ XXX,XXX
Table 2: Estimated Project Costs
ASSESSMENTS: Assessments will be levied against the benefiting adjacent properties pursuant to
Chapter 429 of the Minnesota State Statues. Based on the City’s Special Assessment
Policy, there are 5.5 residential equivalent units (REUs) in the Todd Park E project
area. The estimated assessment per REU is $XX,XXX (see Figure 4).
Figure 4: Preliminary Assessment Map
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The formulas for calculating REUs are described below:
Single-Family Residential Corner Lots
5107, 5120 and 5139 West 44th Street;
= 0.5 REU (partial access off West 44th Street)
All other properties are single-family residential located entirely within the project
area and will be subjected to an assessment of 1 REU. The preliminary assessment
roll can be found in Appendix K.
PROJECT SCHEDULE: The following schedule outlines the past and future tasks to be performed related to
the project:
Neighborhood Open House (all 2018/2019 projects) September 26, 2016
Neighborhood Open House (all 2019/2020 projects) September 25, 2017
Project Workshop August 2, 2018
Neighborhood Informational Meeting (all 2019 projects) August 13, 2018
ETC Engineering Study Review October 25, 2018
Receive Engineering Study November 26, 2018
Public Improvement Hearing December 10, 2018
Bid Opening March/April 2019
Award Contract/Begin Construction Spring 2019
Complete Construction Fall 2019
Final Assessment Hearing October 2020
RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes the project can be completed during the 2019 construction season.
Staff believes the construction of this project is feasible, cost effective and necessary
to improve the public infrastructure in the Todd Park E neighborhood.
APPENDIX: A. Crash Data
B. City Comprehensive Plan Update – Pedestrian Facilities
C. City Comprehensive Plan Update – Bicycle Facilities
D. Sewer Blocks and Watermain Breaks
E. Signs
F. Living Streets Plan
G. Edina Transportation Commission Meeting Minutes
H. Resident Questionnaire
I. Project Workshop Meeting Materials
J. Neighborhood Informational Meeting Materials
K. Correspondence from Residents
L. Preliminary Assessment Roll
ENGINEERING STUDY
INDIAN HILLS C NEIGHBORHOOD
ROADWAY RECONSTRUCTION
Gleason Terrace, Saint Albans Circle
IMPROVEMENT NO. BA-455
OCTOBER 11, 2018
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
I hereby certify that this report was prepared by me or under my
direct supervision and that I am a duly Licensed Professional
Engineer under the laws of the State of Minnesota.
Aaron Ditzler Reg. No. Date
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SUMMARY: The project involves reconstruction of local bituminous streets, spot replacement of
existing concrete curb and gutter and localized rehabilitation of the sanitary sewer,
watermain and storm sewer systems in the neighborhood.
The estimated total project cost is $XXX,XXX. The estimated roadway
construction cost is $XXX,XXX and will be funded through special assessments at a
rate of approximately $XX,XXX per residential equivalent unit (REU). Utility
improvements amount to $XXX,XXX and will be funded through the City’s utility
funds.
INITIATION: The project was initiated by the Engineering Department as part of the City’s
Neighborhood Reconstruction Program, identified in the Capital Improvement Plan.
The project complies with the City’s Living Streets Policy, as well as Vision Edina’s
mission statement to “provide effective and valued public services” and “maintain a
sound public infrastructure.” This project addresses updating substandard
infrastructure with improvements associated with the roadway condition,
watermain system, storm sewer system, sanitary sewer system and pedestrian
facilities.
LOCATION: The project includes Gleason Terrace and Saint Albans Circle. A detailed location
map of the project is shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1: Project Area Map
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EXISTING
CONDITIONS: Roadways
The roadways in this neighborhood were originally constructed between 1969 and
1978 (see Photo 1).
Photo 1: Indian Hills C Neighborhood, 1971
The streets in the neighborhood have concrete curb and gutter. The average
roadway width is 30’ (measured from the face of curb to the face of curb). A recent
geotechnical evaluation of the project area performed by Braun Intertec showed the
roadway section varies from 2.5” to 4.5” of pavement over a gravel, silty sand and
clayey sand base.
As part of the City’s Pavement Management Program, all streets are regularly
evaluated and rated on a scale from 1 to 100; 100 representing a brand-new road
surface and 0 being extremely poor. This rating is referred to as the Pavement
Condition Index (PCI), and is determined based on existing conditions and defects
(alligator cracking, raveling, potholes, etc.). The average PCI for the City of Edina is
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70 and the average PCI for Indian Hills C is 20. An example of the current pavement
condition can be seen in Photo 2.
Photo 2: Existing Pavement Condition
Traffic and Crash Data
Given the location and context of this project, staff has not measure traffic volumes
or speeds. It is assumed that volumes and speeds within the project area are
comparable to most local streets in the City (≤500 vehicles per day, 85th percentile
speeds ≤30 miles per hour). Crash data for this project is shown in Appendix A.
Multi-Modal Transportation
There are no pedestrian or bicycle facilities within the project area (see Appendices
B and C). There are sidewalks on Gleason Road immediately adjacent to the project
area.
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer system consists of 9” vitrified clay pipe (VCP) and 8” ductile iron
pipe (DIP) installed between 1969 and 1978. Historical records indicate there have
been few sewer back-ups or blockages in the area (see Appendix D).
Watermain
The watermain system consists of 6” DIP and 1.5” copper pipe installed between
1969 and 1978. The overall system has experienced relatively few breaks (see
Appendix D). The fire hydrants are original to the neighborhood.
Storm Sewer
The storm sewer system is located within the legal boundaries of the Nine Mile
Creek Watershed District. The system consists of 12” polyvinyl chloride pipe (PVC)
and 12”-15” reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) installed in 1961(1965?). Both streets
within the project limits drain to the east and eventually discharge into Nine Mile
Creek.
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Private Utilities
Gas, electric, communications and cable utilities are present in the neighborhood.
These utilities are underground facilities located in backyards or along the
boulevards. Street lighting consists of standard “traditional” lights mounted on
fiberglass and wooden poles located throughout the project area as shown in
Appendix E.
DESIGN INPUT: City Council
2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan
This plan, part of the draft 2018 Comprehensive Plan, was developed to guide the
City’s efforts to create a comprehensive pedestrian and bicycle network. As shown
in Appendices B and C, there are no proposed pedestrian and bicycle facilities
within the project area.
2015 Living Streets Policy
This policy balances the needs of motorists, pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders
in ways that promote safety and convenience, enhance community identity, create
economic vitality, improve environmental sustainability and provide meaningful
opportunities for active living and better health. The City will apply the Policy to all
street projects, including those involving operations, maintenance, new construction,
reconstruction, retrofits, repaving, rehabilitation or change in the allocation of
pavement space on an existing roadway. The Living Streets Plan includes 15
principles to guide implementation of the Policy, divided into four categories: All
Users and All Modes, Connectivity, Context Sensitivity and Sustainability. Below is a
summary of how these principles are incorporated into this project:
All Users and All Modes – This project will improve mobility and access to the
transportation network for a variety of users, including pedestrians, cyclists,
children, seniors and the disabled. Replacement of the pavement surfaces and traffic
control signage will enhance safety and convenience for all users.
Connectivity – This project involves maintaining a transportation system that can
accommodate all modes of travel.
Context Sensitivity – Engineering strives to preserve and protect natural features
within or adjacent to construction sites where feasible, including trees, waterways
and sensitive slopes. Residents within the project area were invited to complete a
questionnaire soliciting input on project design components, including multi-modal
transportation, street lighting and local drainage problems.
Sustainability – Engineering works closely with Public Works to implement
infrastructure improvements with consideration of lifecycle costs and future
maintenance. The new roadway section can be easily maintained long-term with the
use of proactive rehabilitation treatments, which will significantly extend the life of
the pavement. Construction operations are required to use the smallest footprint
necessary to complete the work; this includes utilizing trenchless technologies, such
as pipe bursting or cured-in-place pipe liners. Bituminous pavements will be recycled
on-site, minimizing truck traffic to and from the site. This project will also reduce
inflow and infiltration of clean water into the sanitary sewer system, minimizing
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regional wastewater treatment, reducing the risk of sewage surcharges and limiting
the risk of back-ups to residential properties.
Relevant portions of the Living Streets Plan can be found in Appendix F.
2018 Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan
The CWRMP did not identify any areas of flood inundation within the project area
for either the 10-percent or 1-percent-annual-chance flood event (also referred to
as the 10-year and 100-year frequency event, respectively). Potential manhole
surcharging was also identified in the 1-percent and 10-percent-annual-chance
events.
Staff
Public Works
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Public Works Department.
[COMMENTS]
Police and Fire
A draft engineering study was provided to the City’s Police and Fire departments.
[COMMENTS]
Edina Transportation Commission
Prior to the Edina Transportation Commission (ETC) regular meeting on October
25, 2018, a draft engineering study was provided for review. [COMMENTS]
Relevant minutes from the ETC meetings are included in Appendix G.
Residents
As part of the Engineering Department’s practice of notifying residents 2-3 years
prior to a potential reconstruction project, residents were invited to an open house
on September 25, 2017. Materials from this meeting are available upon request.
On June 4, 2018, residents were asked to complete a questionnaire, soliciting
feedback on motorized and non-motorized transportation, street lighting and local
drainage problems within the project area. The questionnaire was completed by 2 of
16 property owners, a return rate of 13%. The full questionnaire and responses can
be found in Appendix H.
A neighborhood informational meeting was held on August 13, 2018 to discuss the
improvements planned for this neighborhood and others proposed for construction
in 2019. The meeting was attended by two residents representing two properties
within the project area. Materials from this meeting can be found in Appendix I.
Resident input regarding the project was also received in the form of emails, which
can be found in Appendix J.
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: The proposed improvements acknowledge many of the comments and concerns
raised by residents throughout the information gathering process, while still
maintaining the desired minimum standards of Engineering, Public Works and other
City staff.
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Roadways
Typical Section
The bituminous roadways are proposed to be completely reconstructed to the
subgrade. The existing pavement and suitable aggregate material will be recycled for
use as base material in the new roadways where feasible. A minimum of 8” of
recycled gravel material will be graded and compacted as the base layer prior to
placement of 2.5” of bituminous base and 1.5” of bituminous wear course.
Unsuitable subgrade materials will be replaced as necessary to provide adequate
support for the new roadbed.
Parking
The City’s Living Streets Policy evaluates on-street parking based on classification,
adjacent land uses, existing demand and costs of construction and maintenance. As
the land use in this neighborhood is residential, and given the existing demand for
parking, staff believes that two-sided parking on all roadways within the project area
is appropriate.
Roadway Signage
All street signs within the project area, including street name blades, will be replaced
to improve visibility and reflectivity (see Appendix E). All new signs shall conform to
the standards of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
Multi-Modal Transportation
There are no proposed pedestrian or bicycle facilities within the project area. All
adjacent pedestrian curb ramps will be reconstructed to meet the current design
standards of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Public Utilities
Sanitary Sewer
The sanitary sewer main has been televised, and portions will be repaired using a
combination of open cut and cured-in-place-pipe (CIPP) methods. These repairs will
address the issues of sags, cracks and groundwater infiltration into the sewer main.
The manhole castings will also be removed and replaced to reduce inflow and
infiltration of stormwater.
Watermain
Echologics, LLC was hired by the City to perform a non-invasive pipe condition
assessment on the watermain within the project area and staff has reviewed
historical break data to determine the extent of improvements needed. All gate
valves and fire hydrants within the project area will be replaced and, if needed,
additional hydrants will be installed to meet current public safety standards. The
new fire hydrants will include the Storz nozzle fittings desired by the Edina Fire
Department for quick connection of fire hoses.
Storm Sewer
Based on existing conditions and the limited scope of utility work, only damaged or
non-functioning portions of the curb and gutter will be replaced. Some of the
existing structures will be removed and replaced due to their poor condition. Sump
drains will be installed where feasible to allow property owners to connect their
sump pump discharges directly into the storm sewer system.
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Private Utilities
Staff met with representatives of several private utility companies on October 12,
2018 to notify them of the proposed 2019 reconstruction projects and discuss
preliminary improvements. Portions of the private utility networks may receive
upgrades prior to construction; however, this work is not part of the City’s project.
Currently, the City does not have a standard to determine where and when street
lighting should be improved. Unlike other infrastructure improvements, lighting can
be installed at a later date with minimal disturbance through the use of trenchless
technologies. The lighting in the neighborhood is sufficient to delineate the
intersections; therefore, staff is recommending no revisions to the current street
lighting.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
/EASEMENTS: Existing right-of-way in this neighborhood varies from 50’ to 60’. It is anticipated
that the majority of this project can be constructed within existing ROW. Many
properties have vegetation, boulders, retaining walls or other landscaped items
within the City right-of-way. A portion of these landscape items will interfere with
some of the proposed infrastructure improvements and will need to be removed in
order to complete the necessary work.
PROJECT COSTS: The total estimated project cost is $XXX,XXX (see Table 2). The total cost
includes direct costs for engineering, clerical, and construction finance costs from
the start of the project to the final assessment hearing.
Item Amount Total Cost Funding Source
Roadway Total: $ XXX,XXX Special Assessments
Sanitary Sewer $ XX,XXX
Watermain $ XX,XXX
Storm Sewer $ XX,XXX
Utility Total: $ XXX,XXX City Utility Funds
Project Total: $ XXX,XXX
Table 2: Estimated Project Costs
ASSESSMENTS: Assessments will be levied against the benefiting adjacent properties pursuant to
Chapter 429 of the Minnesota State Statues. Based on the City’s Special Assessment
Policy, there are 13.5 residential equivalent units (REUs) in the Indian Hills C project
area. The estimated assessment per REU is $XX,XXX (see Figure 5).
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Figure 5: Preliminary Assessment Map
The formulas for calculating REUs are described below:
Single-Family Residential Corner Lots
6608, 6612 and 6632 Gleason Terrace; 6200 and 6201 Saint Albans Circle;
= 0.5 REU (partial access off Gleason Road)
All other properties are single-family residential located entirely within the project
area and will be subjected to an assessment of 1 REU. The preliminary assessment
roll can be found in Appendix K.
PROJECT SCHEDULE: The following schedule outlines the past and future tasks to be performed related to
the project:
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Neighborhood Open House (all 2019/2020 projects) September 25, 2017
Neighborhood Informational Meeting (all 2019 projects) August 13, 2018
ETC Engineering Study Review October 25, 2018
Receive Engineering Study November 26, 2018
Public Improvement Hearing December 10, 2018
Bid Opening March/April 2019
Award Contract/Begin Construction Spring 2019
Complete Construction Fall 2019
Final Assessment Hearing October 2020
RECOMMENDATION: Staff believes the project can be completed during the 2019 construction season.
Staff believes the construction of this project is feasible, cost effective and necessary
to improve the public infrastructure in the Indian Hills C neighborhood.
APPENDIX: A. Crash Data
B. City Comprehensive Plan Update – Pedestrian Facilities
C. City Comprehensive Plan Update – Bicycle Facilities
D. Sewer Blocks and Watermain Breaks
E. Streetlights and Signs
F. Living Streets Plan
G. Edina Transportation Commission Meeting Minutes
H. Resident Questionnaire
I. Neighborhood Informational Meeting Materials
J. Correspondence from Residents
K. Preliminary Assessment Roll
Date: October 25, 2018 Agenda Item #: VII.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Mark Nolan, AICP, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:CloverRide Route and Stop Recommendations Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve recommended CloverRide stop and route changes.
INTRODUCTION:
After three months of CloverRide operation, the CloverRide Task Force met to discuss ridership trends and
recommendations. The recommended stop changes are summarized below; refer to the attached materials for
more details.
The changes - if approved by the ETC - will take effect on November 2.
Stops to remove from route:
Brookdale
YMCA
Stops to add to route:
Galleria (at Starbucks entrance)
Parklawn Estates
Other changes:
Centennial Lakes stop moved slightly to Whole Foods Market
South Haven to be the first stop on the route
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Oct 2 CloverRide Task Force Meeting Notes
CloverRide "Snapshot" of Ridership Trends
Recommended CloverRide Departure Times
Map: Recommended CloverRide Route/Stops
10/18/2018 Clover Ride Task Force Meeting Minutes
Edina Public Works Building 7450 Metro Blvd Edina MN 55439
Attendees: Mark Nolan—Edina Transportation Planner, Heather Edelson—Edina HRRC, Larry
Olson—Edina Transportation Commission, Diane Rawlings—Brookdale Senior Living, Becky
Allard—Senior Community Services, Micheal Apple (driver), Jan Hix--DARTS
Meeting Topics:
o Ridership totals
o We presented data from 14 weeks of the CloverRide.
o Summary data was attached to meeting agenda; stop frequency (snapshot) data
is attached to minutes email.
o Fare data indicates we are averaging seven riders and 16 rides per week. That’s
a pretty good number this early in the game.
There were a couple of days with very low ridership, which drags down
average (may have been hot or rainy?)
Mark Nolan suggested making note of run dates of inclement weather or
unusual circumstances (construction, etc.).
o Trends
o Micheal Apple noted that most of his patrons are ambulatory, although a few
prefer to use the lift. His clients in the Parklawn Estates area always use the lift.
o We discussed how people from Point of France walk over and hop the bus at
Aurora on France. We would consider making “PoF” a regular stop, but bus
access to the building is nearly non-existent.
o Individual stop data shows that most riders live at South Haven or Yorktown
Continental
o Laura Sheak left Yorktown and her replacement is just getting up to speed, so
we will work with him to provide an informational session about the CloverRide
for those residents.
We talked about getting people on the bus and actually driving them
around the circuit instead of just talking. Heather Edelson suggested
using the word “complimentary” on the flyer.
o On-Demand stops:
o We have several people calling from the Parklawn Estates Area.
Larry Olson gets credit for calling that one.
o The Edina Towers (6400 Barrie) are a frequent on-demand stop, but not enough
to warrant making them a dedicated stop.
o Less-productive stops:
o Brookdale Edina residents are not using the CloverRide, which is not surprising,
considering their bus runs on Fridays.
o The YMCA has been a destination only 2 times.
o Adding new dedicated stops:
o The task force decided that we should add a stop at Galleria. Riders currently
walk there from Target, but with winter coming, that won’t be so easy.
o We are looking to add more residential stops, if possible. Larry Olsen tried
contacting York Gardens, but has gotten no response.
o Please contact me if you have suggestions for future residential additions.
o Recommendations:
o Larry Olson will present the recommendations at the Edina Transportation
Commission meeting on 25 October
Transition Brookdale and YMCA to On-Demand status.
Change Centennial Lakes stop to Whole Foods.
Add Parklawn Estates area as a dedicated stop. The pickup address will
be determined later.
Add Galleria stop.
o CloverRide expansion:
o The City of Edina is still interested in expanding into other areas.
o The task force agreed that it would be great to be able to link 50th & France plus
the Vernon Terrace area to the existing route.
Jan (that’s me) will work on creating a system whereby that is possible.
Should that occur Brookdale would be interested in transitioning back to
regular stop status.
o Other notes:
o We talked about what is currently happening at Southdale in terms of filling
vacant anchor store spaces
Lifetime Fitness is moving into the jcpenney space.
Library may move into Herberger’s during rebuilding.
o We’ll want to get out the word that winter driving is no fun, and that the
CloverRide is a warm comfortable, door-to-door experience.
Non-Residential Address RidesLunds & Byerlys 7171 France Ave S33Cub Foods Edina 6775 York Ave S32Target Edina 7000 York Ave S30Southdale Center 10 Southdale Center11Centennial Lakes 7499 France Ave4Panera Bread Edina 3345 Hazelton Rd.4Southdale Library 7001 York Ave S2Southdale YMCA 7355 York Ave S2Residential Address RidesSouth Haven 3400 Parklawn Ave50Yorktown Continental 7151 York Ave S22Heatherton Condos 4100 Parklawn Ave9Aurora On France 6500 France Ave S6Edina Towers 6400 Barrie Rd6Brookdale Sr Living 3330 Edinborough Way5Parklawn Estates 4141 Parklawn Ave5Ride counts taken from June 22 through September 28 Red indicates requested "on-demand" stopsEdina CloverRide Stop Frequency--Non ResidentialEdina CloverRide Stop Frequency--Residential
Recommended CloverRide Departure TimesRevised: Oct 25, 2018South Have Apartments3400 Parklawn Ave 55435Parklawn Estates4100 Parklawn AveWhole Foods market7401 France Ave S 55435Lunds and Byerlys7171 France Ave S 55435Aurora on France 6500 France Ave S 55435Southdale Center10 Southdale Center 55435Cub Foods6775 York Ave S 55435Galleria (near Starbucks entrance)69th St & France 55435Target7000 York Ave S 55435Yorktown Continental Apts7151 York Ave S 55435 10:00 10:06 10:12 10:19 10:24 10:30 10:38 10:43 10:47 10:5411:00 11:06 11:12 11:19 11:24 11:30 11:38 11:43 11:47 11:5412:00 12:06 12:12 12:19 12:24 12:30 12:38 12:43 12:47 12:541:00 1:06 1:12 1:19 1:24 1:30 1:38 1:43 1:47 1:542:00 2:06 2:12 2:19 2:24 2:30 2:38 2:43 2:47 2:54
Edina CloverRide Proposed
changes 10/25/2018
H: Galleria stop will be at the Northeast
Starbucks entrance
Date: October 25, 2018 Agenda Item #: VII.C.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Item Activity:
Subject:Traffic Safety Report of October 2, 2018 Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Review and recommend the Traffic Safety Report of Tuesday, October 2, 2018, be forwarded to City Council
for approval.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached staff report. An overview of the comments from the Edina Transportation Commission will be
included in the staff report provided to the City Council for their November 20, meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Traffic Safety Report of October 2, 2018
October 25, 2018
Edina Transportation Commission
Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Traffic Safety Report of October 2, 2018
Information / Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on October 2. The Traffic
Safety Coordinator, Police Lieutenant, Public Works Director, Assistant City Planner, City Engineer and
Transportation Planner were in attendance for this meeting. The Traffic Safety Specialist was not able to
attend and was informed of the decisions and did not object to the recommendations.
For these reviews, the recommendations below are provided. On each of the items, persons involved have
been contacted and the staff recommendation has been discussed with them. They were informed that if
they disagree with the recommendation or have additional facts to present, these comments can be included
on the October 25 Edina Transportation Commission and the November 20 City Council meeting agendas.
Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends action
A1. Request to add a stop sign at the intersection of Normandale Rd and Southview Ln
A request was made to add a second stop
sign on the west side of Normandale Rd for
northbound traffic
When buses wait along the east side of
Normandale, the current stop sign is not
visible for northbound traffic
Buses park from Southview up to the parking
lot to the south parking lot of Normandale
Elementary school
Buses are parked from 3:00 to 3:25
A “No Parking Here To Corner” sign is currently installed south of Southview Ln
After review, staff recommends adding another stop sign on the west side of
Normandale Rd for northbound traffic to raise driver awareness of the all-way stop
intersection. Normandale Elementary School was contacted to inform bus drivers to
follow the “No Parking Here to Corner” sign to allow adequate sight lines.
Photo: Buses park 10’ away from northbound stop sign
on Normandale Rd
STAFF REPORT Page 2
A2. Request to add a directional sign for Edina High
School athletic fields along Creek Valley Rd
Residents along Creek Valley are impacted
with vehicles parking and traveling thru to
drop off athletes at the athletic field
schedules
Residents are requesting a directional sign at
the entrance of Creek Valley for drivers to
use the EHS parking lot for drop-offs and
pick-ups to limit vehicle traffic
New parking restrictions have been added
along Creek Valley to allow adequate turning
movements for EMS vehicles along the
curves
After review, staff recommends installing a
new directional sign near the entrance of
Creek Valley Rd. This new sign should help
lower the number of athletic field drop-off and pickup traffic thru Creek Valley.
A3. Request for a crosswalk over Concord Ave at Tower St
This portion of Concord is classified as a
Local Connector Street
A street reconstruction project took place in
2016
ADT on Concord in 2007 was 1,315
A 2018 24-hour video analysis found ADT to
be 981
In one day, 76 pedestrian and 41 bicyclists
crossed at Tower
Pedestrians and bicyclists had separate peak
hours which were 17 and 16, respectively
Combined peak hour was 28 crosses at 3:30
All young, elderly and disabled pedestrians
were counted as two crosses
Nearest pedestrian crossing is 375’ away at
Woodland Rd
After review, staff recommends the installation of a crosswalk over Concord Ave at
Tower St. Staff cites this intersection meets crosswalk warrants with peak hour crosses
exceeding the minimum threshold. Installing a crosswalk at this intersection will help
raise pedestrian awareness especially with volume of school-aged walkers and bikers
crossing.
Map: Location of Creek Valley Rd east of EHS
Sign: Requested signage at the entrance of Creek
Valley Rd (for northbound traffic)
Map: Location of Concord Ave and Tower St
STAFF REPORT Page 3
Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action
B1. Request to add “Cross Traffic Does Not Stop” sign on Olinger Blvd at Bredesen Park Entrance
A resident who visits Bredesen Park believes
a “Cross Traffic Does Not Stop” sign upon
exiting the park can be beneficial as they
believe drivers forget Olinger Blvd traffic is
uncontrolled
Olinger Blvd traffic is uncontrolled when
north and southbound vehicles are
controlled with stop signs
One accident has been reported of a vehicle
failing to yield to right-of-way upon exiting
Bredesen
Nearby ADT collected in 2012 is 2,600 with
an 85% speed of 32.7 MPH
Sight lines are acceptable for stopping
distance on Olinger. However, northbound
exiting vehicles could have issues seeing westbound traffic, approaching from the driver’s
right due to vegetation
After review, staff recommends no additional signage at this intersection. Staff cites
stop signs at this intersection do not include supplementary signage stating “All Way
Stop” beneath them. This illustrates traffic on Olinger Blvd is uncontrolled, whereas
northbound traffic exiting Bredesen Park and southbound on Olinger Rd are stop
controlled. Staff will be reviewing sight lines to make sure there is existing adequate
braking distance.
Section C: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends further study
C1. Request to remove on-street parking restrictions on Saint Andrews Ave
Saint Andrews restricts all on-street parking on the
east, and school days 8 am to 4 pm on the west
On-street restrictions have been in place along
Saint Andrews prior to 2007
South View Middle School updated its parking and
bus loading bay on the north side of the school in
2018
Residents are requesting to remove the parking
that is restricted during school days
Saint Andrews is 29’ wide
After review, staff recommends creating a mailer
that will be sent to all residents living on Saint
Andrews, Dalrymple and Sherwood. These streets
are adjacent to Southview Middle School and the Edina Community Center with the
same on-street parking restrictions. This mailer will include a survey which will be
asking residents for their addresses to gage the interest of parking restrictions on each
street. The results of the survey will be used towards future recommendations of on-
street parking on each street.
Map: Location of Saint Andrews Ave near South View
Middle School and the Edina Community Center
Map: Location of Bredesen Park entrance along
Olinger Blvd
STAFF REPORT Page 4
C2. A bus driver is requesting either a merge sign or a right-turn lane for southbound drivers on
Gleason Rd at McCauley Tr
A bus driver reached out about having
close-calls due to drivers not knowing two
lanes merge into one on Gleason, South of
McCauley
Gleason Rd southbound has two lanes
marked from the exit and entrance ramps
north of HWY 62 to McCauley Tr
Southbound ADT on Gleason is 4,700 with a
peak hour of 641 starting at 4:45 PM
No crashes have been reported in the last
five years
A crosswalk is planned on being installed at
the south portion of McCauley at Gleason
After review, staff would like further
discussion prior to a recommendation being made. Staff would like to weigh more
options including creating a right turn only lane or adding a merge sign with the new
crosswalk planning on being installed south of McCauley.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. A resident contacted traffic safety requesting a stop sign to be replaced at an intersection stating it was
removed in the past. Upon searching records, no stop sign was located at the intersection of concern. No
crash record was found at this intersection and the resident was informed a stop sign is not warranted as
they are used to control vehicle right-of-way.
D2. A resident reached out to traffic safety with a concern of vehicles failing to stop at stop signs at the
intersection of Vandervork Ave and Hollywood Rd. The resident was mainly concerned with southbound
vehicles on Vandervork. This request has been sent to the EPD for increased enforcement.
D3. A resident was concerned with construction vehicles parking too close to the intersection of Scott
Terrace and Morningside Rd. Upon review, the construction crews were informed their vehicles can’t park
within 30’ of an intersection for sight line and turning concerns.
D4. A resident has been concerned with the signal timing traveling eastbound on W 50th St at France Ave.
The resident was informed nearby development is impeding the overall transportation function in this area.
A request was submitted to the City of Minneapolis as this intersection’s signal timing is coordinated by
Minneapolis.
D5. A few on-street parking concerns were addressed near Edina High School. Residents on Brook Dr and
Saint Patricks Ln were requesting on-street parking restrictions to deter students from parking in front of
their homes. These concerns were addressed based on the parking study recommendations surrounding
EHS.
D7. A resident requested the intersection traffic lights of W 50th St and Wooddale Ave to have automated
pedestrian timing cycles. The resident is concerned with pedestrians crossing without using the pedestrian
push-button to cross W 50th St. The intersection was reviewed and it was found the overall number of
pedestrians in this area do not warrant automated pedestrian signal timing at this intersection. Adding the
Map: Gleason Rd, north of McCauley has two lanes,
south of McCauley has one lane
STAFF REPORT Page 5
automated pedestrian signal timing can impact the level of service of the intersection that sees roughly
30,000 vehicles per day.
D8. A resident reached out to traffic safety regarding concerns of vehicles speeding thru Gleason Rd, north
of Valley View Rd. The resident is requesting increased enforcement before and after school as vehicles are
failing to stop at Creek Valley Rd and vehicles are exceeding the speed limit on Gleason Rd. This concern
was sent to the EPD for increased police enforcement.
D9. A commuter reached out to traffic safety regarding intersection improvements at Blake Rd and
Interlachen Blvd. Concerns include overall vehicle delays, traffic back-ups and sight line concerns. The
resident was informed a 2022 street reconstruction project is planned at this intersection and the concerns
raised by the commuter will be included when this project takes place.
D10. A resident was concerned why no intersection controls were present at W 59th St and Abbot Ave.
The resident was informed how stop sign warrants are set and intersections must meet certain
requirements including the number of vehicles entering the intersection, sight lines and crash data, prior to
installing intersection controls. Upon analyzing the intersection, no warrants for controls are met and sight
lines are adequate.
Date: October 25, 2018 Agenda Item #: X.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Mark Nolan, AICP, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Schedule of Meeting and Event Dates as of October
19, 2018
Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Schedule of Upcoming Meetings/Dates/Events
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION SCHEDULE OF MEETING AND EVENT DATES AS OF OCTOBER 19, 2018
SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS/DATES/EVENTS
Thursday Oct 25 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Nov 15 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Dec 20 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Jan 17 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Feb 21 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Mar 21 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Apr 18 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday May 16 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday June 20 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday July 18 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday Aug 15 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM