HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024-06-20 Meeting PacketAgenda
Transportation Commission
City Of Edina, Minnesota
City Hall - Community Room
Thursday, June 20, 2024
6:00 PM
I.Call To Order
II.Roll Call
III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda
IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes
A.Draft Minutes: May 16, 2024
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.Special Recognitions And Presentations
A.Sidewalk Inspection Program
B.Metro Transit E Line BRT Project Update
C.Presidents A/B Reconstruction Project
VII.Reports/Recommendations
A.Tra/c Safety Report of May 28, 2024
B.2024 Work Plan Updates
VIII.Chair And Member Comments
IX.Sta5 Comments
X.Adjournment
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Date: June 20, 2024 Agenda Item #: IV.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Minutes
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Draft Minutes: May 16, 2024 Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve the minutes of the May 16, 2024 regular meeting.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached draft minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft Minutes: May 16, 2024
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
City Hall Community Room
May 16, 2024
I. Call To Order
Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Bildsten, Brown, McCarthy, Olson, Plumb-Smith, Rosen, Rubenstein,
Wright, Donnelly, Lewis
Absent: Commissioner Karoussos
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni
III. Approval of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Chair Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Rubenstein to approve the
agenda with the addition of Item VI. D to discuss the upcoming June and July regular meetings.
All voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Rubenstein to
approve the April 18, 2024 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
V. Community Comment
Jim and Dana Arnold, 5944 Oaklawn Ave, testified about item A1 on the Traffic Safety Report of April 30,
2024. The Arnolds noted that they have seen many close calls at the intersection of W 60th St and Oaklawn
Ave and that traffic has increased since improvements have been made at Pamela Park. The Arnolds
supported making in the intersection an all-way stop.
Alexander Tolchinsky, Xerxes Ave, testified about item D4 on the Traffic Safety Report of April 30, 2024.
Alexander noted that many vehicles try to access the YMCA from Xerxes Ave and that the existing No
Outlet sign is difficult to see from W 74th St. Alexander requested additional signage on the east side of the
intersection to discourage vehicles from attempting to access the YMCA.
VI. Reports/Recommendations
A. Traffic Safety Report of April 30, 2024
The Commission reviewed and commented on the Traffic Safety Report of April 30, 2024.
B. 2024 Work Plan Updates
• #1 Traffic Safety Infrastructure – Subcommittee reached out to Minneapolis, Bloomington
and Richfield about steps they’ve taken to calm traffic.
• #2 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan Review – Subcommittee needs to set up another
meeting.
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
• #3 Parking – No update.
• #4 20th Anniversary Proclamation – Proclamation was adopted by City Council May 7.
Motion was made by Chair Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Rosen to reopen Community
Comment. All voted aye. Motion carried.
David Frenkel, 4510 Lakeview Dr, noted that the new traffic circles outside City Hall have made cycling in the area
difficult. Frenkel also noted that the City has not resolved the on-street parking issues on Willson Rd related to
the new Starling restaurant. Frenkel stated that ADA compliance is a big issue in Edina right now, and said he
submitted the complaint to the U.S. Department of Justice about the new Grandview pedestrian bridge over C.P.
Rail. He also noted that MnDOT’s pedestrian bridges over Highway 100 and Highway 62 are not ADA compliant
and the City has taken no action on improving them. Frenkel expressed concern about the proposed pedestrian
bridge or tunnel across France Ave adjacent to two redevelopment projects, and stated that better oversight of
staff is needed.
C. Joint Work Session Discussion Topics
The Commission prepared discission topics for their June 18 joint work session with City Council.
D. June and July Transportation Commission Meetings
The Commission discussed the possibility of cancelling either the June 20 or July 18 regular
meeting.
Commissioner Rubenstein left at 7:59 p.m.
VII. Chair and Member Comments – Received.
VIII. Staff Comments – Received.
IX. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Brown to
adjourn the May 16, 2024 regular meeting at 8:04 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 1 1 5
SEAT NAME
1 Wright, Grant 1 1 1 1 4 80%
2 Rubenstein, Tricia 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
3 Bildsten, Roger 1 1 1 1 4 80%
4 Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 4 80%
5 Rosen, Adam 1 1 1 3 100%
6 Brown, Chris 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
7 Olson, Bethany 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
8 McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
9 Plumb-Smith, Jill 1 1 1 1 4 80%
10 Donnelly, Sam (s) 1 1 1 1 3 80%
11 Karoussos, Evangelia (s) 1 1 2 40%
Date: June 20, 2024 Agenda Item #: VI.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Sidewalk Inspection Program Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Sidewalk Inspector Derek Leonard will present to the Commission on the City's Sidewalk Inspection program.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Staff Presentation
The CITY of
EDINA
2023 Sidewalk Inspections Summary Report
June 20, 2024
The CITY of
EDINA
Derek Leonard- 20 years experience in the
trades. 14 within public works.
Strong personal skills which helps relate to
residents.
MnDoT ADA certificate to help with city ADA
policy.
Lives within metro with wife and 2-year-old
daughter.
Sidewalk Inspector
www.EdinaMN.gov 2
The CITY of
EDINASidewalk History
Highest density of
sidewalks in NE
(developed 1900-
1930)
Residents could petition for new
sidewalks
New sidewalks installed through
CIP/Major reconstruction
EdinaMN.gov 3
The CITY of
EDINA
Created a Survey123 layer to
help inspection process, Inspect
a city quadrant each year.
Use app to collect multiple
conditions and determine
possible fixes.
After necessary fixes, update
the condition on the app.
Sidewalk Inspections Software
www.EdinaMN.gov 4
The CITY of
EDINA
www.EdinaMN.gov 5
Inspections Process
Rotate quad each year
Will complete inspecting whole city by 2026
Northeast sidewalks inspected-
18.17 miles of public sidewalk
20.06 miles of private sidewalk
Over 150 separate trip hazards fixed with
concrete grinding
The CITY of
EDINA
Length and location determined in inspections.
Contract with contractor secured, work scheduled.
Job completed and Hazard updated on inspections app.
Trip Hazard Grinding
www.EdinaMN.gov 6
The CITY of
EDINAConstruction Process
www.EdinaMN.gov 7
Inspection Construction Completion
The CITY of
EDINA
Country Club replacement fall 2022:
1525 square feet concrete sidewalk.
PACS fund 2023:Replaced 1470
square feet of concrete sidewalk.
3 ped ramp replacement. Updated to
ADA standards.
Trip Hazard grinding:1275 linear feet
The Numbers
www.EdinaMN.gov 8
The CITY of
EDINAResidential Response
•Respond within 24 hours to phone calls, emails or SeeClickFix
•Help in any way to provide answers/solutions.
•Make sure our residents receive the highest level of service.
www.EdinaMN.gov 9
The CITY of
EDINA
www.EdinaMN.gov 10
Moving forward
•More Citywide ADA inspections and
improvements.
•Inspection of Pedestrian Curb Ramps and
replace at least 10 per quad.
•Continue sidewalk inspections.
•Grinding of Trip Hazards.
•Replacing damaged sidewalk panels.
•Help create and manage sidewalk closure
permits.
The CITY of
EDINA
Questions?
Thank you!
Date: June 20, 2024 Agenda Item #: VI.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Metro Transit E Line BRT Project Update Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Staff will provide an update on Metro Transit's E Line bus rapid transit project.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Staff Presentation
EdinaMN.gov
METRO E Line BRT Project Update
June 18, 2024
Overview
•13.3 miles
•Will operate from Green Line Westgate station (St. Paul) to Southdale Transit Center (Edina)
•Will run primarily on University Ave, 4th St, Hennepin Ave, France Ave
•Will substantially replace Route 6
•Planned to operate as frequently as every 10 minutes
•Targeted opening 2025
Bus Rapid Transit
•Package of enhancements that result in faster trip and improved service on
busiest bus routes
Along the CorridorAt the Bus StopOn the Bus
•Wider stop spacing
•Signal priority
•Dedicated lanes (in
some locations)
•Off-board fare
payment
•NexTrip real-time
signs
•Security cameras
and emergency
phones
•Lighting and
heating
•Bike racks and
benches
•Trash and recycling
receptacles
•All-door boarding
•Bike racks
•Accommodations
for mobility devices
Construction Schedule
•All Edina stations (except STC) to be
constructed in 2024
•Southbound France Ave detoured to
Xerxes Ave from 39th St to 60th St
•Temporary signals installed at 44th, 50th,
54th and 60th
•Local vehicle and pedestrian access will
be maintained
•Construction will generally start on the west side (southbound
stations)
•Each station is estimated to take 5-6 weeks, total of 10-12 weeks
at each intersection
44th St Detour
•Tentatively beginning
week of June 24
•~5-6 weeks for
construction of
southbound station
(NE corner of
44th & France)
50th St Detour
•Tentatively beginning
week of July 8
•~5-6 weeks for
construction of
southbound station
(SW corner of 50th
& France)
•Trucks detoured
along Wooddale Ave,
58th St, Xerxes Ave
Stay Informed
•Construction updates
•Email updates:
(https://www.metrotransit.org/e-line-construction)
•Construction hotline: 612-524-6050
•Project email: Eline@metrotransit.org
•Network Now
•Will discuss service changes, including Route 6 and connections to SWLRT
•Draft report expected mid-August for agency review
Date: June 20, 2024 Agenda Item #: VI.C.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Presidents A/B Reconstruction Project Discussion, Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Staff will provide a preview of the proposed transportation improvements on the Presidents A/B roadway
reconstruction project.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Staff Presentation
EdinaMN.gov
Presidents A/B Neighborhood Reconstruction Project
June 18, 2024
Background
•3.05 miles of local
streets
•25 mph speed limit
•All streets generally 30’
wide
Existing Multi-Modal Facilities
•Sidewalks
•Maloney Ave
•Monroe and Van Buren
Aves (Hopkins)
•Bikeways
•None
•Shared-use paths
•2nd and 3rd Sts
•Harrison Ave to Blake
Rd (Hopkins)
•Transit
•Stops for Local 612
<1/2 mile north
Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plans
•Edina (2018)•Hopkins (2013)
Pedestrian Facility Scenarios
Option 1: Sidewalk on Monroe, SUP on Washington
Pedestrian Facility Scenarios
Option 3: “Goalpost” around Alden ParkOption 2: “H” around Alden Park
Bicycle Facility Scenarios
Option 2: SUP on WashingtonOption 1: Bike boulevard on 2nd/3rd, SUP on Washington
Traffic Calming on Maloney Ave
•Potential treatments:
•Curb extensions
•Chicanes
•Raised medians
•Reviewing MSA design
requirements
•Some treatments may require
variances
Date: June 20, 2024 Agenda Item #: VII.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Traffic Safety Report of May 28, 2024 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 May 28, 2024.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached staff report.
Comments received by the Commission will be included in the staff report provided to City Council at their July
16 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Traffic Safety Report of May 28, 2024
June 20, 2024
Transportation Commission
Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Traffic Safety Report of May 28, 2024
Information / Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on May 28. The Traffic Safety
Coordinator, City Engineer, Streets Public Service Worker, Transportation Planner, Police Sergeant,
Assistant City Planner and Transportation Planner and Public Works Director were in attendance for this
meeting.
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 July 21 regular meeting.
Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommend action
A1. Parking issues near Maison Green
Description Complaints include two-sided parking on Willson, Tupa
Park and City Hall.
AADT 3,916 (2017)
85% Speed 36.1 mph (2017)
Crashes One in 2015- vehicle exiting business driveway had
impacted sight lines due to vehicles parked on the west
side of Willson Rd.
Sight Lines Adequate
Previous
Requests
Concerns of upcoming parking issues with future
Maison Green tenants- Item B3 in March 6 Council
report.
Street Width 29’ 10” face to face of curb
Temporary
Resolutions
Temporary parking restrictions installed by PD
extending from south of eastern roundabout, past
Maison Green’s southern driveway
Willson Rd at Eden Ave
STAFF REPORT Page 2
Staff recommends implementing parking restrictions on Willson Rd directly adjacent to the
Maison Green and on the east side of Willson Rd north of the maintenance driveway for the
Edina Country Club.
A2. Street parking restrictions on Timber Ridge.
Staff recommends implementing parking restrictions along the end of Timber Ridge.
A3. Request to designate accessible parking at 5116 William Ave.
Staff recommends installing accessible parking in
front of 5116 William Ave.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. A commuter was concerned with a street name blade missing at France Ave and Minnesota Dr. With
this intersection under construction, the contractor was notified of the missing signage.
D2. A resident requested turtle crossing signs along Interlachen Blvd citing many turtles have been struck.
Edina does not utilize such signs due to studies shown of their ineffectiveness.
D3. A request for a crosswalk over W 50th St at Arden Ave. The resident was notified of a previous request
where in March of 2023 City Council approved a recommendation of no action because warrants were not
met.
D4. A resident requested trees to be trimmed on the north side of Benton Ave and the east side of Bernard
Pl. Requestor mentioned garbage trucks were hitting tree branches extending onto. The City Forrester
informed the resident of the concern.
Description Trash collectors have issues navigating with
cars parked on street and center island with
Folkes rock.
AADT 4,633 (2021)
85% Speed N/A
Crashes None reported in past five years.
Street width 25’ wide
Previous Request None
Unique
Circumstances
Folkes rock is in center island and three
homes have driveway access.
Description Resident requested designations for elderly
neighbor who lives at 5116 William.
ADT 139 (2014)
85% Speed 24.5 MPH (2014)
Crashes One three-vehicle collision occurred at
William & W 51st St in July 2014.
Sight Lines Adequate
Previous Requests None
Previous Work Street was overlaid in 2019.
Folkes Rock within Timber Ridge
McCauley Trail
5116 William Ave
STAFF REPORT Page 3
D5. A request for a sign stating right turn yield to U-turn for westbound vehicles entering York Ave from
Cub foods parking lot. Edina does not utilize such signs as drivers are required to yield properly turning
right at a red signal.
D6. A resident requested a crosswalk be repainted on the west side of York Ave at Southdale Center. The
crosswalk is owned and maintained by Southdale Center property management. The request was sent to the
proper party.
D7. A resident asked if a new crosswalk over France Ave at W 42nd St will receive flashers to improve
pedestrian visibility. The crosswalk includes a pedestrian refuge in the center of the roadway and flashers are
not planned for future installation.
D8. A complaint was made regarding excessive speeds on the 6000 block of France Ave. The EPD was
requested to utilize the speed trailer to raise awareness of driver speeds in the area.
D9. A complaint was submitted regarding sight lines at W 60th St and France Ave. The adjacent property
owner was requested to trim vegetation along their fence.
D10. A bicyclist reported storm drains installed improperly on the 5800 block of France Ave. Public Works
rotated the drains 90 degrees to become perpendicular to the roadway to allow bikes to safety travel on
them.
Date: June 20, 2024 Agenda Item #: VII.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2024 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 2024 Work P lan initiatives (unless an item is elsewhere on
the current agenda). See attached work plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2024 Work Plan Progress Report