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Transportation Commission
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Public Works Facility - Multi-Purpose Room
Thursday, April 21, 2022
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 March 24, 2022
V.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.
VI.Reports/Recommendations
A.Tra$c Safety Report of March 29, 2022
B.2022 Work Plan Updates
VII.Chair And Member Comments
VIII.Sta- Comments
IX.Adjournment
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Date: April 21, 2022 Agenda Item #: IV.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Minutes
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of March 24,
2022
Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve the minutes of the Transportation Commission regular meeting of March 24, 2022.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached draft minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft Minutes: Mar. 24, 2022
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
Public Works Multi-Purpose Room
March 24, 2022
I. Call To Order
Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Ahler, Kitui, McCarthy, Plumb-Smith, Richman, Johnson
Absent: Commissioners Brown, Kane, Lewis, Clark, Kanti Mahanty
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni, Traffic Safety Coordinator Nick Bauler
III. Approval Of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Richman and seconded by Commissioner Plumb-Smith to
approve the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. Approval Of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Ahler and seconded by Commissioner Kitui to approve
the February 17, 2022 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
V. Special Recognition and Presentations
A. 2021 Traffic Safety Summary Report
Traffic Safety Coordinator Nick Bauler presented the 2021 Traffic Safety Summary Report. Comments
from Commissioners included:
It is surprising that there aren’t many submissions from the southeast quadrant given the
amount of high-density residential properties. The City might want to consider efforts to engage
with this portion of the community and raise awareness of the Traffic Safety Request process.
Coordinator Bauler clarified that there are no trends in the “Other” category.
Figure 4, showing requests by category from 2018-2021 is significant as it shows upward trends
in Traffic Calming and Intersection Control.
It will be interesting to see the impact of the Drive 25 campaign on future requests.
It would be helpful to see cyclist requests specifically identified, perhaps as part of the Pedestrian
Safety category.
B. 2021 PACS Fund Summary Report
Liaison Scipioni presented the 2021 Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Summary Report. Comments
from Commissioners included:
It would be helpful to see projects overlaid with the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan to see
what progress is being made.
Liaison Scipioni clarified that the PACS Fund pays for most pedestrian and bicycle improvements
within roadway reconstruction projects except for on Municipal State Aid roads.
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Liaison Scipioni clarified that his work is not 100% dedicated to improving the City’s pedestrian
and bicycle network even though his salary is paid from the PACS Fund.
In lieu of a MnDOT project on the Highway 62 bridge over Valley View Road, the City should
consider asking a U of M Capstone group to review other ways to improve pedestrian and
bicycle infrastructure under the bridge.
VI. Community Comment
None.
VII. Reports/Recommendations
A. Traffic Safety Report of March 1, 2022
The Commission reviewed and commented on the Traffic Safety Report of March 1, 2022.
Item B2. Cut-Through Traffic on W 49th St and Maple Rd
Motion was made by Commissioner McCarthy and seconded by Commissioner
Richman to recommend that the City consider temporary speed bumps to address
additional cut-through traffic related to new construction. Motion was amended by
Chair Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Richman to recommend that the
City implement temporary traffic deterrents (such as speed bumps) on W 49th St
and Maple Rd to address additional cut-through traffic related to new construction
and study short-term impacts. All voted aye. Motion caried.
B. 2022 Work Plan Updates
#1 Tree Boulevard Policy – Met representatives from Planning, Energy & Environment, and
Park and Recreation Commissions, will meet with Manager Neal Apr 6 to discuss how to move
forward.
#2 Public Transit Checklist – Reviewed example frameworks, putting together a draft.
#3 PACS Fund Policy – Met with staff to learn about PACS Fund, staff work and current
challenges.
#4 SRTS Demonstration Projects – No update; change lead to TBD
#5 TIS Process Review – No update, change lead to TBD.
#6 Transit Connectivity – Discussed limited transit opportunities in Edina, considering
reviewing the Southdale Transit Station and surrounding area, which is a key connector.
VIII. Chair and Member Comments – Received.
IX. Staff Comments – Received.
X. Adjournment
Motion was made by Chair Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Richman to adjourn the
March 24, 2022 meeting at 7:58 p.m. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE
J F M A M J J A S O N D # of Mtgs Attendance %
Meetings 1 1 1 3
NAME
Ahler, Mindy 1 1 1 3 100%
Brown, Chris 1 1 2 67%
Johnson, Kirk 1 1 1 3 100%
Kane, Bocar 0 0%
Kitui, Janet 1 1 2 67%
Lewis, Andy 1 1 2 67%
McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 2 67%
Plumb-Smith, Jill 1 1 1 3 100%
Richman, Lori 1 1 1 3 100%
Clark, Anna (s) 1 1 33%
Kanti Mahanty, Stephen (s) 1 1 33%
Date: April 21, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Item Activity:
Subject:Traffic Safety Report of March 29, 2022 Discussion
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Review and comment on the Traffic Safety Report of March 29, 2022.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached staff report.
Comments received by the Commission will be included in the staff report provided to City Council at their May
4 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Traffic Safety Report of March 29, 2022
April 21, 2022
Transportation Commission
Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Traffic Safety Report of March 29, 2022
Information / Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on March 29. The Traffic
Safety Coordinator, Transportation Planner, Streets Public Service Worker, Public Works Director, Police
Sergeant and Assistant City Planner was in attendance for this meeting. The City Engineer was not able to
attend but was informed of the decisions and had no objections to the recommendations.
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, they can submit correspondence to the Transportation Commission and/or to City Council
prior to the May 4 regular meeting.
Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action
B1. Pedestrian crossing concerns at W 51st St & Halifax Ave
Resident concerned with vehicles not
stopping for pedestrians using crosswalk.
W 51st St ADT in 2021 was 6,750.
On-street parking is permitted on both sides
of W 51st St.
Crosswalk is equipped with a High-Intensity
Activated Crosswalk (HAWK) beacon,
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs),
and advanced warning lights.
Two accidents have been reported at this intersection in the last 10 years, one involving a
cyclist traveling eastbound in the street.
Recent video study observed no noticeable pattern of vehicles failing to stop for pedestrians.
i. 370 pedestrian/bicycle crossings were observed; combined peak of 37 at 5:30 pm.
ii. 46% of pedestrians/cyclists activated the flashers before crossing.
Staff recommends no action. Crossing treatment exceeds City standards and posted
signage encourages users to activate the flashers and use caution before crossing.
HAWK crossing on W 51st St facing west
STAFF REPORT Page 2
B2. Request for signage to alert drivers to sidewalk users on W 50th St approaching Browndale Ave
Resident claims stopped drivers attempting
to turn right (westbound) onto W 50th St
don’t look west for pedestrians or cyclists
on the sidewalk.
WB 50th St ADT ranges from 13,700-17,500.
WB 50th has two travel lanes.
Four crashes have been reported at this
intersection in the last 10 years, with only
one involving a cyclist traveling on the
sidewalk.
Recent 24-hour video study observed 33
pedestrians and 19 cyclists using the north
sidewalk on W 50th St.
Staff recommends no action. Cyclists on sidewalks are required to ride less than 10 mph
and slow to a walking pace when approaching an intersection.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. A resident reported an operational issue with a flashing yellow arrow at Highway 169 and Londonderry
Rd. MnDOT reviewed all signals and determined that all signals were functioning properly.
D2. A request was made for a No Outlet sign at the entrance of Bruce Pl cul-de-sac citing high turnaround
traffic. A three-day turn count observed 12 total U-turns and the end of the cul-de-sac is visible from the
adjacent street; no sign is warranted.
D3. A submission was made reporting a vehicle entering Vernon Ave from Jerry’s Foods not yielding
properly, leading to close calls. This concern was referred to Hennepin County and the resident was
informed of a future roadway improvement project is anticipated along this stretch of Vernon Ave.
D4. A crosswalk was requested over Wooddale Ave at Wooddale Ln/Edina Country Club driveway. Eight
crosses were observed in the peak hour; crosswalk is not warranted.
D5. A resident was concerned with a neighbor using a plow service who moved snow onto another
neighbor’s property within the 5500 block of Highland Rd. City staff placed signs stating “No Snow
Dumping” until snow is fully melted.
D6. A resident had concerns with a neighbor moving snow onto Hibiscus Ave as it was impeding safety for
pedestrians as no sidewalk is available. The EPD was contacted to notify the resident of moving snow onto a
public street is against the City Code.
D7. A resident requested added No Outlet signage for W 64th St east of St. Johns Ave. A sign is already
posted and visible to all directions of traffic.
D8. A crosswalk was requested over W 58th St at Chowen Ave. Observed crossing volume did not meet
warrants.
D9. A resident reported that the lane markings at the intersection of the WB Highway 62 ramps and Tracy
Ave/Valley View Rd don’t align properly and cause confusion. Staff reviewed existing markings and
determined that they are spaced appropriately.
W 50th St at Browndale Ave facing west
STAFF REPORT Page 3
D10. A resident requested to update a street blade sign for homes within the west Skyline Dr cul-de-sac.
The street sign was replaced to reflect current addresses with access to the cul-de-sac.
D11. A parking restriction sign was requested on Waterford Ct. Staff determined that there is no location
within the cul-de-sac for a vehicle to legally park due to the wide driveways, mailboxes and fire hydrant. The
resident was informed this issue is enforceable without signage and can contact EPD for enforcement.
Date: April 21, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2022 Work Plan Updates Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Commissioners will provide updates on the status of 2022 Work P lan initiatives (unless an item is elsewhere on
the current agenda). See attached work plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2022 Work Plan Progress Report
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Commission: Transportation Commission
2022 Annual Work Plan
Initiative # 1 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Boulevard Tree Policy
Research, develop and recommend a citywide boulevard tree policy
that addresses planting, protection, maintenance, removal and funding.
Deliverable
Policy for consideration by City Council
Lead
Lori Richman
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison, periodic support from City Forester and/or Community Development Director.
Jan: Looking for committee members to assist in developing the policy, reviewing other agencies’ policies.
Feb: Met with City Forester, planning to talk to other Commissions about their thoughts.
Mar: Met with representatives from Planning, Energy & Environment, and Park and Recreation Commissions, will meet with Manager Neal Apr 6 to discuss how
to move forward.
Initiative # 2 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Public Transit Checklist
Develop a transit checklist to review on the proposed development
projects. Planning Commission will review and comment
Deliverables
Report to City Council
Lead
Andy Lewis
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-3 hours per month from Staff Liaison; periodic support from Community Development Director.
Jan: Reached out to members of the Planning Commission and Met Council for updates on transit operations in the city in 2022.
Feb: Met with Metro Transit staff; service levels are expected to decrease due to driver shortage and ridership decline. Next step is to take information and start
formalizing checklist.
Mar: Reviewed example frameworks, putting together a draft.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative # 3 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
PACS Fund Policy
Review and recommend changes to the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety
Fund policy.
Deliverable
Report to City Council
Lead
Chris Brown
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-3 hours per month by Staff Liaison; periodic support from Finance and/or Administration
Jan: Would like to meet with staff to understand expenditures and buying power of the fund. Admin and Engineering are preparing a report on fund to bring to
Commission for review and comment.
Feb: Scheduling meeting with staff to discuss next steps.
Mar: Met with staff to learn about PACS Fund, staff work and current challenges.
Initiative # 4 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
SRTS Demonstration Projects
Study Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and report on potential Safe
Routes to School demonstration projects.
Deliverable
Report to staff
Lead
TBD
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison.
Jan: No update.
Feb: No update.
Mar: No update, change lead to TBD.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative # 5 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
TIS Process Review
Study and report on other agencies' process for completed traffic
impact studies related to development/redevelopment projects.
Deliverable
Report to City Council
Lead
TBD
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison; periodic support from Director of Engineering and Community Development Director.
Jan: No update.
Feb: No update.
Mar: No update, change lead to TBD.
Initiative #6 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Transit Connectivity
Review the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and
recommend changes to proposed facilities to improve
connectivity to public transit.
Deliverables
Report to City Council
Lead
Andy Lewis
Target Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison.
Jan: Committee will meet to discuss first steps.
Feb: This initiative will follow the lead of Initiative #2.
Mar: Discussed limited transit opportunities in Edina, considering reviewing the Southdale Transit Station and surrounding area, which is a key connector.
Parking Lot: (These items have been considered by the BC, but not proposed as part of this year’s work plan. If the BC decides they would like to
work on them in the current year, it would need to be approved by Council.)
Organized trash collection