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EDINA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
The regular schedule meeting for November 19,
2009, is cancelled.
The next regular meeting is scheduled for
December 17, 2009.
All meetings are open to the public and interested citizens are invited
to attend.
Debra Mangen
City Clerk
Dated: November 13, 2009
LYNN T. OLSON
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My Commission Expkes Jen. 31, 2010
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CITY OF EDINA
CERTIFICATE OF POSTING NOTICE
I, the undersigned duly appointed and acting C C-) for the
City of Edina, County of Hennepin, State of Minnesota, do hereby certify that I
have on this date posted copies of the attached Meeting Notice, at each of the
official City bulletin boards, located at conspicuous places within the City as
follows:
1) City Hall, 4801 West 50th Street
2) Municipal Liquor Store, 50th and France Business Area
3) Centennial Lakes Park Centrum, 7499 France Avenue South
Date notice was posted II /
Time notice was posted: 2-1 °IC'
Signed
Officer Posting Notice
Signed and sworn to before me, a Notary Public
in and for Hennepin County, Minnesota, this
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FROM:
SUBJECT: —11 November ET Meeting eting Cancelled
Jack Sulliva
MEMORANDUM
CITY OF EDINA
DATE: November 18, 2009
TO: ETC Members
ETC Members,
The November ETC meeting was cancelled; however the Engineering Department wanted to
keep you informed regarding a number of issues.
Item I: The Update of the Metro Transit Route 6 E,F and K
Item II: Bike Edina Task Force Meeting Minutes
Item III: Traffic Safety Staff Reviews
Item IV: Green Step Cities Program
Please see the attached information for more detail and feel free to contact me with any
questions.
Regards,
MEMORANDUV
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
DATE: November 16, 2009
TO: Jack Sullivan — Assistant City Engineer
FROM: Wayne Houle — Director of Public Works / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Status of Route 6
Please distribute this memo and the attached status update to the ETC. Thanks
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REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
Mayor & City Council
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Agenda Item #
Consent
To HRA
To Council
Motion
Resolution
Ordinance
Discussion
Wayne D. Houle, PE
Public Works Director/ City
Engineer
November 17, 2009
Status of modifications of
Metro Transit bus route 6
within the City of Edina
Information Only
Mgr. Recommends
Action
Info/Background:
Metro Transit, John Dillery and Adam Harrington; Polly Bowles of the Metropolitan Council; Scott
Edstrom and Mike Borchert of The Coventry at Centennial Lakes; Pat Thompson of Village Homes of
Centennial Lakes, and myself met on November 11 to discuss the Route 6 issue. Below is Scott
Edstrom's meeting minutes:
Yesterday, Mike Bochert and Pat Thompson ( Village Homes of Centennial Lakes) and I met with
the following people to discuss issues regarding Route 6 in Edina
• Ms. Polly Bowles - Met Council
• Mr. Adam Harrington - Metro Transit ( John Dillery's boss)
• Mr. John Diller)) - Metro Transit
• Mr. Wayne Houle - Edina City Engineer
I think that we made good progress at the meeting. The most positive points that I took away from
the meeting were:
• I believe we now finally have t,7;s: light pcople involved to get things done and make decisizm;
• We discussed some potentail alternative routes that could be considered.
• Ms. Bowles said she would hold Metro transit accountable for proving the benefit ( rider
statistics or whatever) for the change
• There are actually next steps for both sides to work on
• I think that all people involved would like to see this solved without having to bring it to the
City Council or Metro Council for any action
Next Steps:
• Metro transit is going to gather rider statistics for the next month and compare it to the
previous year.
• Metro transit is going to prepare a list of criteria that any new route needs to try and meet and
I will prepare a similar list
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• Mike Bochert and I will prepare 3-5 alternative routes (with pro's and con's) and submit them
to Metro Transit and the City
• Mr. Houle will report back to the Edina Transportation Comm. next Thursday that we have
had a meeting and have a plan of action. I will be going to that meeting.
• We agreed to meet again in the next 30-60 days to discuss findings etc...
Please call if you have any questions (612)-845-5811 or 952-831-0060
I have forwarded this status update to the Transportation Commission. At this time staff and Chair of
the Transportation Commission feel there is no action that the Transportation Commission or the City
Council needs to take at this time.
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REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To: Mayor & City Council
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE dorpl-
Public Works Director/ti y
Engineer
Date: November 2, 2009
Subject: Status of modifications of
.Metro Transit bus route 6
within the City of Edina
Agenda Item #
Consent
Information Only
X
Mgr. Recommends
Action
To HRA IZ To Council
Motion
Resolution
Ordinance
Discussion
Info/Background:
As you will recall at the August 18, 2009 City Council meeting, Council referred a neighborhood
petition regarding the proposed Metro Transit Route 6 to the Transportation Commission (ETC) for
public input, review and recommendation. The ETC then reviewed this issue at their September 17
meeting. The ETC did receive input from both the public and Metro Transit at this meeting. Below is
the resolution passed at this meeting:
After discussion, Commissioner Bonneville made a motion recommending that the parties meet to
discuss and cause a solution to occur within the next 60 days and that City staff moderate such
meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Abramovitz. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Staff then met with Metro Transit to review the above resolution. Metro Transit felt that they have
done enough due diligence on this route and would like to see the route function for at least 12-
months, see attached minutes and Metro Transit correspondence.
Staff then brought this new information back to the ETC for their comment at the October 15, ETC
meeting, see attached draft minutes. The E IC passed the same resolution as shown below:
„..,.de by Commissioner Usem and scce::,-Ld by C:c„;,;zis.iiciici B6nneville that they
recommend to the City Council that the residents meet with Metro Transit as previously requested and
that they acknowledge communication between staff and Metro Transit in which Metro Transit
indicated that they would not make changes to the route; and that Metro Transit stop the new bus
route until the meeting with residents, which is to take place within 30 days from November 2.
Rollcall: Ayes: Abramovitz, Bonneville, Janovy, Plante, Usem, Workinger Nay: White Motion carried.
Staff then contacted Metro Transit to relay this information. Metro Transit has agreed to a meeting
with two residents of the Coventry Town Homes: Scott Edstrom and Mike Bochert. Other people that
will be attending this meeting will be Polly Bowles — Metropolitan Council Member (District 5) and
Jack Sullivan — Assistant City Engineer. See attached email from myself to Scott Edstrom.
As you can see there has been much discussion relating to this bus route.
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Wayne Houle
From: Wayne Houle
Sent: Thursday, October 29, 2009 11:35 AM
To: 'Scott Edstrom'
Cc: imbochert@comcastnet'; Jack Sullivan; adam.harrington@metc.state.mn.us;
john.dillery@metc.state.mn.us
Subject: FW: Metro Transit Route 6 Bus Revisions
Mr. Edstrom:
I need to clarify what has been communicated from City Staff.
City staff has been in contact with Metro Transit, being that they are the lead agency for this issue. Adam Harrington from
Metro Transit or someone from his staff will be contacting you and Mike Bochert to set up a meeting with yourselves,
Adam, Polly Bowles - Metropolitan Council Member (District 5), and Jack Sullivan - Edina Assistant City Engineer.
Staff will also be submitting to the City Council a status report that will include this email along with the draft minutes of the
Transportation Commission. The reason why Jack stated "still procedurally with the Edina Transportation Commission" is
that the minutes from the last meeting have not been approved by the Transportation Commission. Once the
Transportation Commission approves their minutes, the minutes will then go the City Council for review. Staff has asked
Metro Transit to have your meeting prior to the next Transportation Commission Meeting.
Please keep in mind that Metro Transit is the lead agency, meaning that by State Statute they have right to operate a
transit system on Edina streets. The City does not have the authority to veto route decisions.
Thank you,
Wayne D. Houle, PE
Director of Public Works / City Engineer
City of Edina
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
Direct 952-826-0443
Fax 952-826-0389
whouleci.edina.mn.us
www.cityofedina.com
From: Jack Sullivan
Sent: Wednesday, October 28, 2009 1:48 PM
To: 'Scott Edstrom'
Cc: Wayne Houle; Sharon Allison; Gordon Hughes
Subject: Metro Transit Route 6 Bus Revisions
Mr. Edstrom,
Metro Transit Route 6 is not scheduled for the Nov. 2nd City Council Meeting, it is still procedurally with the Edina
Transportation Commission.
Regards,
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jack
Jack a Sullivan, PE
Assistant City Engineer
City of Edina
Direct: 952.826.0445
fax: 952.826.0389
jsullivan@ci.edina.mn.us
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MINUTES OF THE
Edina Transportation Commission
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Edina City Hall
4801 West 50th Street
Council Chambers
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Geof Workinger, Jennifer Janovy, Marc Usem, Warren Plante, Tom Bonneville, Jean
White, Usha Abramovitz, Julie Sierks
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Michael Schroeder
STAFF PRESENT:
Jack Sullivan, Sharon Allison
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by chair Workinger.
II. Comments
a. Chairman Comments
Chair Workinger asked that electing a vice-chair be added to the next meeting's agenda.
b. Community Comments
None.
III. Approval of Minutes
a. Regular Meeting of August 20, 2009
Motion made by Commissioner Usem and seconded by Commissioner Janovy
approving the regular meeting minutes of August 20, 2009.
All voted aye.
Motion carried.
IV. New Business
a. Metro Transit — Route 6 Revisions
Assistant city engineer Sullivan said at the last ETC meeting, the Commissioners made a
motion recommending to the Council that Metro Transit and residents meet; and, although
Metro Transit had agreed to meet with residents, they later decided that they would not meet
and also that they would not make any changes to the route for 12 months. Mr. Sullivan asked
the Commission to adopt the following revised motion:
• Acknowledging that Metro Transit cannot determine total change in ridership and
other impacts to the new route at this time, thus allowing 12 month maturing of the
route in order to determine impacts.
• Metro Transit has the authority to manage operations within the City.
• The new route does not conflict with the City's recent Comprehensive Plan Update.
• The concerns of residents regarding the new route should be addressed by
Metropolitan Council and Metro Transit.
• ETC suggests Metro Transit inform all originally notified residents of their current
plan to operate the new route for 12 months.
Mr. Sullivan said that he would like to present the Commission's recommendation to the
Council at their next meeting, November 2.
Chair Workinger asked the Commission if they felt that a meeting would not take place as
agreed upon by Metro Transit, and the consensus was that the meeting would have taken
place.
Public Testimony
Scott Edstrom, 305 Coventry Lane, addressed the Commission.
Pat Thompson, 7420 Edinborough Way, addressed the Commission.
Mike Bochert, 213 Coventry Lane, addressed the Commission.
John O'Malley, 7420 Edinborough Way, addressed the Commission.
After discussion and expressed disappointment with Metro Transit, the Commission agreed not
to adopt staffs recommended revised motion but instead made the following motion:
Motion made by Commissioner Usem and seconded by Commissioner Bonneville that
they recommend to the City Council that the residents meet with Metro Transit as
previously requested and that they acknowledge communication between staff and
Metro Transit in which Metro Transit indicated that they would not make changes to the
route; and that Metro Transit stop the new bus route until the meeting with residents,
which is to take place within 30 days from November 2.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Abramovitz, Bonneville, Janovy, Plante, Usem, Workinger
Nay: White
Motion carried.
b. Complete Streets Update
Assistant city engineer Sullivan said recently, the Commission was given an overview of
Complete Streets by staff, along with resolutions including one from Hennepin County. Mr.
Sullivan said one common definition for Complete Streets is streets that are designed and
operated to enable safe access for all users. He stated further that Mn/DOT has commissioned
a study and later in the year is expected to report to the legislators how Complete Streets will
affect them and since the city uses Mn/DOT as a guide, staff is waiting for the study to be
completed.
In the meantime, Mr. Sullivan said staff is conversing with other municipalities that have
formed technical committees and the topic will also be addressed at the American Public
Works Association 2009 fall conference. Mr. Sullivan reiterated that this approach is not new
to the city because staff does consider movements by pedestrian, bikes, etc. when planning
street reconstruction projects.
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V. New Business
No new business.
VI. Planning Commission Update (Commissioner Brown)
None.
VII. Bike Edina Task Force Update (Commissioner Janovy)
a. Bike meeting minutes (September 10, 2009)
Commissioner Janovy reported that they continue to work on Safe Routes to School, in
addition to an art project, and that they are fine tuning their bylaws to limit membership.
VIII. Adjournment.
Meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
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MINUTES OF THE
Edina Transportation Commission
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Edina City Hall
4801 West 50th Street
Council Chambers
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Geof Workinger, Jennifer Janovy, Marc Usem, Warren Plante, Tom Bonneville, Jean
White, Usha Abramovitz
MEMBERS ABSENT:
Michael Schroeder, Julie Sierks
STAFF PRESENT:
Jack Sullivan, Sharon Allison
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by chair Workinger.
II. Comments
a. Chairman Comments
None. Commissioner White reported that public hearings are currently under way to select a
route for the Southwest LRT.
b. Community Comments
None.
Ill. Approval of Minutes
a. Regular Meeting of August 20, 2009
The following correction was made: page 5, Safe Routes to School Study, change "all' to
"most." Motion made by Commissioner Bonneville to approve the corrected minutes
and seconded by Commissioner Plante.
All voted aye. Mo.1.;,)n carried.
IV. Old Business
a. 4820 W. 77I Street Transportation Review
Chair Workinger said the redevelopment of 4820 W. 77th Street into a restaurant was approved
by the Planning Commission. He stated that the ETC's concern was traffic spilling over into the
street and they suggested a parking easement agreement with the Burgundy Place for
spillover parking. He said it appears traffic will not spill over onto the street and there are 15
proof of parking spaces available on site.
After discussion, the following motion was made:
Commissioner White made a motion to accept staff's recommendation "that
Transportation Study for 4820 W. 77th Street does not adversely affect the adjacent
transportation system." The motion was seconded by Commissioner Usem.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Abramovtiz, Usem, White, Workinger
Nays: Bonneville, Janovy, Plante
Absent: Schroeder, Sierks
Motion carried four to three.
V. New Business
a. Metro Transit — Route 6 Revision
Assistant city engineer Sullivan said Metro Transit contacted the City regarding plans to modify
Route 6 by removing service from W. 76th Street, west of France and adding Edinborough Way
and Parklawn Avenue. Mr. Sullivan said the City agreed to the modified route and in July Metro
Transit notified residents of the new route which would take effect September 12. Mr. Sullivan
stated further that in August, a petition was received from residents requesting that the Council
not allow the route on Parklawn between Edinborough and France; and also Edinborough Way
north of W. 76th Street. Mr. Sullivan said the Council requested that the ETC hold a public
hearing on the matter.
John Dillery, senior planner with Metro Transit, said they are always looking for ways to
enhance routes and a review of the City's Comprehensive Plan shows a desire to have a
circular mode of transportation in the Centennial Lakes area, hence the modified route in a
densely populated area.
Public Testimony
Scott Edstrom, 305 Coventry Lane, addressed the Commission. Mr. Edstrom said the petition
was submitted by him and his neighbors. He said 80-86 buses are passing every day on
Parklawn and Edinborough Way that circulates and comes back every 10 minutes. He said this
is new traffic that was not there before. He said the area is densely populated but the number
of users is low. He said their concerns are: demand for service and trips per day; running
buses through the park and affecting green area; increased risk to residents and pedestrians
(there have been three accidents this past winter); quality of life impact (brake noises); six trips
per hour during rush hour; buses off France entirely; alternative stops on W. 76th Street; fiscal
responsibility (four passengers on bus per trip); and Ebenezer will be doing construction which
will create extra traffic. Mr. Edstrom asking to eliminate the route is not practical; therefore,
they are asking that everyone work together to create an alternative route.
Adrian Herest, 309 Coventry Lane, addressed the Commission Mr. Herest said eliminating
one side and putting on eastside; significant adverse impact; squeaky brakes, loud and
intrusive; safety issues — difficult to see; survey or market research study was not done to
determine public safety, usage, demand, etc; no evidence to suggest there is a need. Please
consider what Mr. Edstrom has said.
Mike Bochert, 213 Coventry Lane, addressed the Commission. Mr. Bochert asked why this
route with no users? Does not like the noise; do not want to argue with Metro Transit's
business decision but need to balance residents' opposition to change against ridership.
After discussion, Commissioner Bonneville made a motion recommending that the
parties meet to discuss and cause a solution to occur within the next 60 days and that
City staff moderate such meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner
Abramovitz.
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All voted aye. Motion carried.
VI. Planning Commission Update (Commissioner Schroeder)
None.
VII. Bike Edina Task Force Update (Commissioner Janovy)
a. Bike Meeting Minutes (August 2009)
Commissioner Janovy reported that last Tuesday there was a short, friendly ride. Others are
planned like the Fall Colors ride on September 26; sign up is through the Community Center or
visit www.bikeedina.orq for more information.
Chair Workinger said a petition was brought to the Bike Edina Task Force for bike lanes since
there was no sidewalk near the high school. Mr. Sullivan said the Engineering Department has
not seen the petition and if one was to be submitted all options would be considered. He said
typically the petition would be submitted to the Council for consideration.
VIII. Staff Comments
a. Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Updates
Mr. Sullivan said the 2010-2014 CIP is still under review. He shared with the ETC the
upcoming neighborhood reconstruction projects, State Aid streets and the total funds for the
projects. He explained that neighborhood meetings are held to explain the City's process.
b. Promenade Improvements Pedestrian Survey
Mr. Sullivan reported that this is in its 2nd phase of construction, building two pedestrian
bridges. He said a survey was conducted in the area and it shows the trail is being used but
there is a lack of connectivity to the businesses in the area. He said they will be suggesting to
the businesses that they make adjustments to create connectivity. Funding is not available for
a follow-up survey.
c. Traffic Safety Reports (September 2009)
The Traffic Safety Report of September 2009 was shared with the ETC.
IX. Adjournment
Meeting adjourned.
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Page 1 of 3 Item V. A.
Edina Transportation Commission
REGULAR TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To:
From:
Date:
Transportation Commission
Jack Sullivan, PE
Assistant City Engineer
October 15, 2009
Subject: Metro Transit —
Route 6E, F and K Revisions
Follow up from Sept. 17,
2009 Meeting
Agenda Item No.: IV.A
ACTION:
• Recommendation/Motion
• Discussion
Information
Recommendation:
Review the attached information including email correspondence with Metro Transit and
resident input.
If so desired by the Transportation Commission, adopt a revised motion:
• Acknowledging that Metro Transit cannot determine total change in ridership and
other impacts to the new route at this time, thus allowing 12 month maturing of the
route in order to determine impacts
• Metro Transit has the authority to manage operations within the City
• The new route does not conflict with the City's recent Comprehensive Plan Update
• The concerns of residents regarding the new route should be addressed by
Metropolitan Council and Metro Transit.
ETC suggests Metro Transit inform all originally notified residents of their current
plan to operate the new route for 12 months.
Info/Background:
Metro Transit has changed bus service on Route 6 starting September 12, 2009. The
modifications to the route will include Edinbourough Way and Parklawn Avenue with removal
of service on Parklawn west of France.
A petition was submitted by residents near Parklawn Avenue to the City Council at the August
18, 2009 meeting; minutes from the meeting are as follows:
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Page 2 of 3 Item V. A.
Edina Transportation Commission
August 18, 2009 City Council Meeting
CITIZEN PETITION REQUESTING REMOVAL OF METRO TRANSIT BUS
ROUTE WITHIN THE CITY OF EDINA REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION The Council discussed resident's concern about expanded use
and accessibility, and asked questions of Mr. Hughes. Member Bennett made
a motion, seconded by Member Swenson, to receive a citizen petition
requesting removal of Metro Transit bus route within the City of Edina and
refer it to the Transportation Commission for public input, review and
recommendation.
September 17, 2009 Edina Transportation Commission Meeting
The Transportation Commission heard the citizen petition regarding the Route 6 bus service
revisions; minutes from the meeting can be found in your packet. The motion made at that
meeting is as follows.
After discussion, Commissioner Bonneville made a motion
recommending that the parties meet to discuss and cause a solution
to occur within the next 60 days and that City staff moderate such
meeting. The motion was seconded by Commissioner Abramovitz.
All voted aye. Motion carried.
Staff had set the following dates based on the above motion by the ETC on Sept. 17, 2009:
• October 15, 2009: Edina Transportation Commission receives minutes of their Sept. 17th
recommendation regarding Route 6. When minutes are approved, forward their
recommendation to Edina City Council with a Staff Report.
• November 2, 2009: Edina City Council reviews the Edina Transportation Commission
recommendation and Staffs Report. The staff report will include Metro Transits "position"
letter and all additional correspondence from residents. At that time Council could
recommend any number courses of action. Staff will respond to Council's direction once a
recommendation has been made.
City staff collected traffic data in late September 2009 for the streets near the intersection of
Parklawn Avenue and Edinborough Way. The bus traffic on Parklawn represents 1 to 4
percent of the traffic on the street.
• Parklawn Avenue — West of York has an average daily traffic of 2847 vehicles (approx. 21
are buses)
• Edinborough Way — South of Parklawn has an average daily traffic of 1099 vehicles
(approx. 86 buses)
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Edina Transportation Commission
• Parklawn Avenue (August 2009) — West of Centennial Lakes has an average daily traffic
of 3391 vehicles
In preparation for the October 15, 2009 ETC meeting staff asked Metro Transit for a formal
position letter to the City stating rationale for revising the route. This letter is attached in your
packet. The information provided suggested that Metro Transit had done due diligence in
analyzing routes within the Southdale Area and have determined the best route for increased
service.
To further clarify City staff asked Metro Transit if they are willing to consider any other routes
within Greater Southdale Area. As shown in the attached correspondence Metro Transit
"...does not wish to consider any route adjustments for at least 12 months....".
Metro Transit believes they have done their due diligence in selection of route 6E, F & K and
is requiring 12 to 18 month for the route to mature. Staff sees no reason for residents, Metro
Transit and staff to meet (as suggested and agreed to by the ETC, residents and Metro
Transit) if there is not intentions by Metro Transit to modify the route.
With ETC approval, I'd like to use the draft meeting minutes from the Oct. 15, 2009 ETC
meeting in order for Council to review the recommendation at their next meeting on
November 2, 2009.
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From: Jack Sullivan
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 3:04 PM
To: 'John Dillery (john.dillery@metc.state.mn.us)'; Stephen L. Legler
(steve.legler@metc.state.mn.us); Wayne Houle
Cc: Gordon Hughes; 'Scott Edstrorn'; Jack Sullivan
Subject: City of Edina Procedural Dates for Metro Transit Route 6
John and Stephen,
Thank you for taking the time to meet with us on Tuesday. You requested "next step" dates of the City of Edina; please
see the dates below and contact me with any questions. As stated at our meeting, staff is unable to carry out any
recommendations from the Edina Transportation Commission until directed by the Edina City Council.
October 15,2009: Edina Transportation Commission receives minutes of their Sept. 17th recommendation regarding
Route 6. If minutes are approved I will forward their recommendation to Edina City Council.
November 2, 2009: Edina City Council reviews the Edina Transportation Commission recommendation and Staffs Report.
The staff report will include Metro Transits "position" letter and all additional correspondence from residents. At that time
Council could recommend any number courses of action. Staff will respond to Council's direction once a recommendation
has been made.
Regards,
Jack
Jack D. Sullivan, PE
Assistant City Engineer
City of Edina
Direct: 952.826.0445
fax: 952.826.0389
jsullivan@cledina.mn.us
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From: Dillery, John [john.dillery@metc.state.mn.us]
Sent: Thursday, October 01, 2009 4:16 PM
To: Jack Sullivan
Cc: Legler, Steve; Levin, John; Harper, Cyndi
Subject: Rationale for Route 6 Re-alignment
Attachments: Edina-Rt 6EFK_Rationale_2009.doc; Edina Southdale South_Rt 6.pdf; Rt6EF_Population_2000.pdf
Jack Sullivan,
As you requested, here attached is our paper that gives the rationale for the re-alignment of
Route 6 in the Centennial Lakes area of the City of Edina.
It is intended to be accompanied by the maps that I also included.
I hope that this rationale is convincing to the city council. If there is anything else you need, please let me know right
away.
Thank you for your support of transit service.
John Dillery
Sr. Transit Planner
Service Development
iohn.dillery(ametc.state.mn.us
Direct: 612 349 7773
10/9/2009
October 1, 2009
Re: Metro Transit Route 6 re-alignment in the Centennial Lakes area of Edina.
Rationale for the realignment of bus routes 6E, 6F and 6K in Edina.
This route change was implemented on September 12, 2009.
The recent re-alignment of Metro Transit Route 6 to follow Parklawn Avenue and
Edinborough Way through the Centennial Lakes area:
1. Provides more convenient access to residents and workers in the area south of
Southdale and north of 1-494 by traveling on city streets such as Edinborough
and Parklawn more than on France Avenue. This is an appropriate change given
the high population and population density of the corridor between France and
York Ave. and the lack of sidewalks on the east side of busy France Ave. The
new route brings bus service closer to about 1,280 residents in over 900
households found in the tracts east of Centennial Lakes Park. This is according
to the Year 2000 Census. Please see attached map.
2. Is more compatible with the City of Edina Comprehensive Plan. In the
transportation chapter of the plan, the City of Edina suggests the addition of
circulator providing full service transit between Fairview Southdale Hospital,
Southdale and the Centennial Lakes neighborhood. The recent adjustment of
Route 6 meets that need better, as it provides a safe, more pleasant environment
for customers waiting for the buses on streets with sidewalks. Route 6 is a full
service route operating daily from 5:30 a.m. to midnight. During most hours,
buses run about every 30 minutes in each direction. There are 43 daily bus trips
in each direction (fewer on weekends). A map of Route 6 in the area is attached.
3. The City of Edina Public Works Department staff concur that Parklawn Ave and
Edinborough Way are suitable for bus operations.
Metro Transit Service Development staff recommends that the new bus route operate
without significant changes for a period of 12 to 18 months so that the ridership patterns
can be given time to develop.
For further details about the route change, please contact John Difiery, Sr. Transit
Planner, Service Development, 612 349 7773, john.dillerymetc.state.mn.us
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From: Dillery, John [john.dillery@metc.state.mn.us]
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 1:24 PM
To: Jack Sullivan
Cc: Levin, John; Legler, Steve
Subject: RE: Metro Transit Route 6 Bus Service
Jack,
To respond to your question, "Is Metro Transit willing to consider at any other routes in the Greater Southdale
Area?", our response is:
In the Centennial Lakes area south of Southdale, we do not wish to consider any route adjustments for at least 12
months from September 2009 to allow time for the recent service changes to mature and for us to accurately
gauge their impacts on ridership.
As always, thank you for your support of effective transit service for the City of Edina.
John Dillery
Sr. Transit Planner
Service Development
john.dillerymetc.state.mn.us
From: Jack Sullivan [mailto:jsullivan@ci.edina.mn.us]
Sent: Monday, October 05, 2009 10:35 AM
To: Dillery, John
Subject: Metro Transit Route 6 Bus Service
John,
Thank you for forwarding the letter from Metro Transit regarding the rationale for realignment of bus route 6E, 6F, and 6K.
I have had a chance to sit down with the Gordon Hughes(City Manager) and Wayne Houle(Public Works Director) to
discuss the issues.
After reviewing all the information we have to date, I have one question that the City would like to understand your
position on. Is Metro Transit willing to consider at any other routes in the Greater Southdale Area?
ou also asked about when the permanent signage would be installed. The City Ccuncil will review the Route 6
information on Nov. 2, depending on their response I'll be able to give you additional information at that time.
Regards,
Jack
Jack D. Sullivan, PE
Assistant City Engineer
City of Edina
Direct: 952.826.0445
fax: 952.826.0389
jsullivan@ci.edina.mn.us
10/9/2009
Jack Sullivan
From: Scott Edstrom [sjedstrom@gmail.corn]
Sent: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 1:01 PM
To: Lynette Biunno
Cc: Jack Sullivan; Wayne Houle; Mike Bochert
Subject: Please forward: re Changes to Metro Bus Route 6 and 6E
Attachments: Position Statement - Bus Route 6 and 6E.doc
Please forward the following attachment to :
1. The Edina City Council Members
2. The Edina Transportation Commission
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We just wanted to provide you with an updated "Position Statement" regarding our perspective on the
September 12th changes to Route 6 and 6E.
Although we are frustrated by the time it takes to get approval for the parties to just get together ( see below) we
can appreciate the fact that processes and procedures are required to get things done.
• City Council recommends ( in August 18th meeting) the issue be forwarded to the Transportation Comm
for review and recommendation
• Transportation Comm. ( In Mid September meeting) reviews and recommends that Metro Transit and
Edina residents get together and try to develop a resolution
• Transportation Comm. ( In Mid October meeting) to review meeting minutes from September meeting
and after vote to approve the minutes the recommendation to work together will be forwarded to the City
council for their review and hopefully approve
• City Council ( In Nov 2.) meeting will receive recommendation" to work together" and will receive a
report out and recommendation from City staff.
We are looking forward to working together with the City of Edina and Metro Transit to reach a resolution.
Please contact Scott Edstrom if you have any questions
612-845-5811
Scott J. Edstrom
10/9/2009
Position Statement
Route 6 & 6E
Position Statement by residents of:
• Village Homes of Centennial Lakes — 250 units! 340+ Residents
• Coventry Townhomes of Centennial Lakes — 96 Units! 150+ Residents
Summary Statement / Position: The intrusion and significant negative impact to the quality
of life for residents listed above is not justified or offset by the anticipated benefits to Metro
Transit or Edina residents , either through more convenient service or more riders or
additional fare income resulting from the changes made to routes 6 and 6E.
Current Position:
• The changes to Bus Routes 6 and 6E recently implemented on September 12th are a
significant intrusion and have a major negative impact on the quality of life, health and
"green" environment to residents above and the Centennial Lakes neighborhood in
general.
• The benefits to be realized do not offset the intrusion and negative impact on quality of
life impact currently being experienced by the Edina residents in the above
neighborhoods.
• We also believe that for residents living directly or very near to the route will be
negatively impacted when trying to sell our homes in the future from both a price (lower)
and amount of time (longer) needed to sell.
What is being requested? :
• Current Bus Routes (6E and 6) be changed ( or re-routed to previous routes and streets) to
not include:
o 1. Edinborough Way north of 76th to Parklawn Ave.
o 2. Parklawn Ave. from Edinborough Way to France Ave.
(or)
• Significant reduction in number or routes currently being run through the neighborhood.
• Elimination or re-routing of early morning routes ( pre 6:45am) and late evening routes
(post 8:30 PM) that are not neighborhood friendly or in line with the activities and hours
of the residents and businesses in the area.
How are residents and the area being impacted:
• Significant noise intrusion. Buses can be heard, even with all doors and windows
closed, in all units that reside along the streets mentioned above
• Pollution and odor. The smell from non hybrid vehicles is very noticeable from decks,
patios and even inside of the homes
• Frequency — over 85+ trips per weekday with buses running on average 4 times per hour
(6-8 during rush hour). A Similar number of trips are run on the weekends also.
• Intrusive early morning and late evening routes — buses start at 5:45 am in the
morning and the last run is at 12:45am at night. Stores close in the area at 9 PM and the
park closes at 10 PM
• Now that we have had a chance to experience the actual impact of the routes since
their implementation on September 12th we feel that the impact is significantly more
negative than anticipated. Noises can be heard from farther away and can be heard even
with doors and windows closed.
Key Points / Reasons (per the Metro Transit Organization) for the changes (and our
Resident Responses in Red)
1. Changes to Route 6 and 6E were made to deliver access to 1200-1300 additional
residents in the Edina area. This should result in increased # of riders on these routes.
Resident response: The route changes will only improve access for less than 100
residents in the area. These 100 residents also currently have door to door access every
half hour to route #538 which takes them directly to and from Southdale which is what
Route 6E and 6 provides. See the Resident / Rider Analysis for how the Centennial Lakes
/ Coventry neighborhood would use the modified route
2. The Edina City staff granted concurrence to the changes when presented by the Metro
Transit organization. Resident Response: The Edina City staff did not understand the
impact and how the residents of Edina felt about the change. Their concurrence may have
been different
3. These changes were requested by the City of Edina. Residence Response: The specific
changes were not requested by the residents of Edina (for additional or better service) or
by the City of Edina. They were a response by the Metro Transit organization to
submission of Edina's Long Range Plan.
4. Moving the bus stops off of France avenue onto nearby pedestrian friendly side streets.
Residence Response: We believe that there are other routes that can accommodate this
need. We would be glad to provide our input. Further, the change moves stops off of
France Ave that has some partial sidewalks to Edinbough Way which has no sidewalks
on one side of the street and does not even have room to walk on the grass.
5. The changes will provide better access to the Centennial Lakes park for other Edina
residents and will possibly improve business for Retail stores in the area. Residence
Response: The previous stops on 76th Ave provide better access to the parks than the
current stops on Parklawn Ave. We also believe that there are other routes that can
orrirnihIa it., ii.;J need. We oiou:si be glad to provide our input. Most loct.
the area impacted can walk to the retail stores in the area.
Position Points regarding the Changes:
I. The Demand for services would be from less than 100 people and not 1200. There
will be no significant increase in demand by the local residents ( that are impacted) or
increase or improvement in ridership or service resulting from route changes on
Parklawn Lane and Edinborough Way. ( see Attachment A - Analysis of residents)
2. Quality of Life Impact ( Noise)— The significant noise of the brakes as well as the
acceleration and deceleration at the stops ( and by the buses in general) significantly
impacts what was relatively a quiet neighborhood. Prior to the changes buses stopped on
the corner of Parklawn Ave. and Edinborough Way ( for route 538 up to 4 times per hour.
That bus takes residents or 3400 Parklawn directly to Southdale every half hour. That has
now changed and there are now over 115 stops per day on that corner and over 85+ one
way trips on the streets mentioned. This noise can be heard over 1 block away.
3. Quality of Life Impact ( Pollution and Gas fumes) — a significant number of residents
can smell the fumes and are close enough to the routes to have to close their windows
and doors so the smell and fumes do not enter their homes.
4. Route times and Frequency are not neighborhood friendly — The noise in 4 above (up
to 6 trips per hour) and the extremely late route times ( until after midnight) have
negatively changed the lives of the people living close to the route. The modified route
has over 50 additional residences ( in the 2 block route) that live within 50 feet of the new
service. That number quadruples for 100 feet.
5. Negative Green impact to the Park and Residents. There are over 85 bus trips that
now run through the heart of a residential area and one of the nicest parks in the
metropolitan area. The traffic and pollution does not match the need or benefit.
6. Increased risk to residents and Pedestrians. We understand that the Metro are bus
drivers are excellent and are thoroughly trained in all aspects of safety. However,
introduction of 85+ buses to an area with blind crossings to the park for handicapped
residents causes us great concern. 3 traffic accidents were recorded at the crossing this
last winter.
7. Fiscal Responsibility — the small number of passenger per trip. 4 to 6 trips per hour with
very few passengers per trip does not seem financially responsible. We understand that
routes most likely do not pay for themselves but the frequency of route 6 for the
passengers serviced should be reviewed. We should consider this regardless of which
streets are used. The reduction of half the trips in the area may be able to pay for an
additional fireman or officer for the city.
Other Points:
8. Additional Risk Factors. - There will be significant construction and parking near
Edinborough Way starting this fall and running through the fall of 2010. This introduces
even more risk and traffic congestion into the situation. The construction workers will
have to park on both sides of Edinborough Way
9. Gael Observations — (limited sample)-
a. Majority of riders observed ( entry and exit ) are from the areas west of France
b. Majority of stops in the area of discussion have zero entry and exit
c. Many buses on 6E & F (south of Parklawn) often have less than 2 or even no
riders
d. The number of early morning and late evening passengers is often zero, The few
riders on the bus do not enter or exit on the east side of France.
10. Initial June 26t11 Letter notifying residents of the change — the letter never stated the
number of trips or the hours of operation for the route. We do not think local residents
would not have objected to a few buses and normal operating hours. Also, we believe that
the residents that were impacted the most (Village Homes) never received the letter.
Current Status:
• During an early September council meeting Edina City Council recommended the issue
be sent to the Edina Transportation Commission for review and discussion at their next
meeting
• On September 16th the Transportation Commission met and recommended that the all of
the parties ( Edina Residents, Metro Transit and Edina City Staff) get together and try and
develop a new solution / position for the issue
• On October 17th the transportation Committee will approve their previous month's
meeting minutes ( which includes the recommendation to get together and try and
develop a compromise) — the recommendation to get together to resolve the issue will
then be forwarded to the Edina City Council for approval.
• On November 2nd — the Edina City Council will hear a report from the City staff
regarding the recommendation to get together and try and resolve the issue. During this
meeting the Council can approve, vote against or modify the recommendation.
• We have been told by city staff that no action regarding this issue will be taken prior to
the Nov 2nd Edina City Council meeting
Attachment A
Analysis of residents:
Per the 2000 census information:
• 1280 people
• 908 Households
Basic Summary: After meeting with local residents we were able to determine that
1. Over 500 of the units ( out of 908 or 55%) and over 640 of the residents ( out of 1208 or
53%) had no interest, no desire or no need for the access provided by the route changes.
2. 225 units ( out of 908) are in the process of developing a Petition against the new changes
because they are significantly impacted in a negative manner and would receive no /
limited increase in access provided by the changes.
3. Approximately 100 units and 100 residents ( not 908 units and 1208 residents) have the
opportunity to significantly benefit or will have need or desire to utilize the new route
changes. Based on Metro transit percentages that means that approximate 10% or 10
people will benefit or utilize the services based on the changes
4. We also believe that most additional riders in the targeted area will simply be riders
switching changing using these routes instead of the routes that they previously used (
538, 578, etc...). This is speculation on our part.
More detailed perspective:
7500 York,Cooperative ( No demand for changed service)
337 Units
420 residents
Currently have their own van that runs regular routes to Southdale, Cub, Byerley's,
Target, Fairview medical, etc..
Residents also make significant use of Metro Mobility
- Average age is over 80 years old
- Over 100 yards to walk to nearest stop on new route from current exits
- General Manager believes that there will be no increased ridership due to route
changes
1. Limited number of residents use the MTC buses today
2. Currently have access on both York and to Route 6 and 6E on the comer of
• 76th and Edinborough Way. Same stop for tnem on born the old and new
routes
Walker Elder Suites
- Nursing home on Parklawn and York ( No demand for Service)
- 72 Units
70 Residents
Assisted living
- Facility currently has its own bus
No residents are capable of physically using public Transportation
- Coventry Neighborhood ( No demand for service)
96 Townhomes / units
- 150+ Residents
- Petition signed by significant number of residents
- Will not or do not use or want the bus service)
- Villa2e Homes of Centennial Lakes ( no increased demand for service)
- 250 units
Residents on Edinborough Way and Parklawn Ave are significantly negatively
impacted by noise and pollution of the route changes
- Mostly single owner occupied ( per management company)
Currently on 6E & 6F route
1 additional stop provided on northbound side of the association complex
Petition requesting change to routes similar to Coventry Petition in progress
- Over half or more of the riders would still use the same stop anyway but all residents
are within 1 city block of the current stop
- 3400 Parklawn Lane
100 Units
- 100 residents
Currently have door step access to Beeline 538 and 539 between Southdale and Mall
of America which includes stops at Cub and Target. At least 2-3 buses per hour. 25 +
stops prior to changes
Could benefit from the new changes
Residents north and east of the new trail
Easier and closer access to bus on Gallager than to Parklawn Ave. and Edinborough
Way
They also have immediate access to 538 and 578 and other routes to Southdale
- It is closer to walk to the 6 and 6E stops to the north than to walk to the stops on the
corner of Edinborough Way and Parklawn Ave
Other Background : ( Prior to September 12th)
1. On Friday June 24th we received a letter from Metro Transit dated June 26th. The letter
was sent to 300+ Edina residents notifying them of route changes for routes 6E and 6F.
The letter had no specifics about the number of buses
2. These changes were not directly requested by any residents of Edina or the City of Edina
but were a response from a long range plan submitted to Metro Transit
3. We first contacted the City of Edina engineering department in Mid July. The
Engineering department asked us to formally submit a petition to the Edina City Manager
and Edina City Council. We were informed at that time that the next meeting we could
present our petition at was the middle of August.
4. The Petition and supporting materials were submitted to the City in mid August prior to
the August City Council meeting. The material is included in your packet.
5. At the August meeting the City Council recommended that the topic be sent to the
Transportation Commission for review and that they make a recommendation back to the
City Council.
6. The Council also requested the City Engineer to contact the Metro Transit organization
and ask them to postpone the route changes until the City could review them further.
7. On September 12th the changes to the routes were implemented as planned. Metro Transit
did not have enough lead time to print and distribute the request ( 60-90 days is required)
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Jack Sullivan
From: Lynette Biunno
Sent: Friday, October 23, 2009 8:27 AM
To: Jack Sullivan
Subject: FW: Metro Transit Bus Route 6
Attachments: Transportation Comm - Route 6064.pdf
Lynette Biunno
City of Edina Receptionist
952-927-8861
www.cityofedina.com
From: Scott Edstrom [mailto:sjedstrom@gmail.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 10:21 PM
To: Lynette Biunno
Subject: Metro Transit Bus Route 6
Please forward to the Transportation Commission members as well as Mr. Jack Sullivan
Thank you for your support (at the October 15th meeting) of our issues and concerns regarding the September
12th changes to Metro Transit Routes 6 and 6E.
Even though this topic has been discussed very thoroughly and from many perspectives we believe our position
on the issue is fairly straight forward and simple:
1. The specific changes immemented were not requested by the City of Edina or its t.esiticims.
2. The residents were never informed that there would be 85+ daily trips and that the hours of service would
be from 5:30 am to 12:45 am ( otherwise these objections would have come much sooner).
3. The new routes have been a significant intrusion and have resulted in an adverse impact to residents in
the area neighborhoods.
4. The analysis performed by the Metro Transit organization that anticipates 128 additional riders (10%)
from a population area of 1280 is extremely flawed and does not take the local demographics into
consideration.
5. Changing the routes to not use Parklawn Ave. and Edinborough Way will not cause a disruption of
service or or inconvenience riders east of France because there is limited use by the group today.
6. The 86 daily bus trips through the center of Centennial Lakes Park also impacts the green and peaceful
environment of one of the Metro areas nicest parks
We hope the commission understands that we are not looking to have the bus service in the area or the City oi
Edina halted or stopped. We believe that the buses provide a necessary, needed ( and often an under
appreciated) service to the City of Edina and the greater Metro area.
10/29/2009
Page 2 of 3
We are requesting that the recent simple 2 block change that has adversely impacted local residents be re-routed
to not include Edinborough Way north of 76th and Parklawn Ave.
As we have previously mentioned the route changes have been a significant intrusion and have had an adverse
impact to residents living on or near the new portions of the route:
• The buses can heard inside of many homes even when the windows and doors are closed
• Some residents can now no longer use their decks and patios in the spring, summer and fall because of
the noise and fumes
• The buses run early morning routes ( 5:45 am and every 30 minutes after that) that awaken local
residents
• The buses also run routes from 9:00 pm until 12:45 am in the morning when there is limited or no activity
in the area.
• The blocks are relatively short so the buses are constantly braking, accelerating or de-accelerating which
increases the noise levels
• The bus activity and noise will significantly impact residents ability to sell their homes and the value of
their homes
We have presented an analysis (see attached PDF) that we believe fairly represents what the ridership will be in
the new route 6 area. We believe that there is almost no opportunity to increase ridership based on the
demographics of the area. The 10% ridership rate that the Metro Transit uses for analysis (10% of 1280 or 128
new riders) is not appropriate in this case. We believe that new ridership will be significantly less than 10 % and
possibly closer to 1 % when looked at closely. No resident in the area had to walk more than 2 blocks to ride the
bus previously( old routes 6 and 6E). The new routes and stops are just more convenient for existing riders and
will not attract new riders
We also believe that the high frequency of the routes ( 4 times per hour on average and 6 or more trips during
rush hours ) is not financially responsible ( and extremely disruptive to the area). 86 buses passing the same
spots on a daily basis (including weekends) combined with extremely low ridership per trip does not make
sense. We believe that if there were choices to be made, additional law enforcement officers or fireman or
teachers may be a better use of taxpayer money than the high frequency of the bus routes. I have personally
witnessed many of the 6 and 6E buses crossing paths on the routes and neither bus has any riders.
Also , just some informational points:
• A second petition against the route changes has been submitted to the city by the residents of the Village
Homes on Edinborough Way. This petition is similar to the one submitted by the residents in the
Coventry Homes area.
• Residents have called Metro Transit Organization ( or emailed them ) to complain about the noise etc....
and their standard response has been" the change was requested by the City of Edina - you will have to
contact them"
• One of the goals of Metro Transit was to eliminate stops that were not pedestrain friendly on France ave
but they have kept the most dangerous stop that is on the east side of France and the middle of the
Byerley's parking lot ( no side walks, limited grass area etc...)
Thank you for your assistance and we look forward to the discussion at the November 2nd Edina City Council
meeting.
We have also been discussing different alternatives that could be considered as possible solutions and believe
that they would be appropriate to start a good discussion. Some examples would be:
10/29/2009
Page 3 of 3
• Use of smaller buses similar to the ones used on route 540
• Develop a new route ( Route 6X) to be used for early morning and late night hours that runs directly
between Southdale and the southern most stop on the route on Minnesota Drive and does not drive
through local neighborhoods
• Re-route 6 run through the retail complex parking lot on France between 76th and Parklawn. We alreac'
have precedent for that. 6 and 6e already run through Cub foods and Target
• Focus the route on the area West of France where the majority of the riders are and eliminate the new
routes that are east of France
• Re-route 6 to avoid the areas of concern and use York and Xerxes ( as identified in the plan)
• Use of smaller hybrid buses to reduce noise and fumes
If you have any questions please feel free to call me at 612-845-5811 or email me at sjedstronn@gmail.com and
once again thank you for your support.
Sincerely,
Scott J. Edstrom
10/29/2009
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More detailed perspective:
7500 York Cooperative ( No demand for service)
337 Units
420 residents
Currently have their own van that runs regular routes to Southdale, Cub, Byerley's,
Target, Fairview medical, etc..
Average age over 80
Over 100 yards to walk to nearest stop on new route from current building exits
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Walker Elder Suites - ( No demand for Service)
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- 72 Units
70 Residents
Assisted living
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ZERO new riders from an opportunity perspective /or Metro Transit
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96 Townhomes / units
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Village Homes of Centennial Lakes ( no increased demand for service)
250 units
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100 residents
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of America which includes stops at Cub and Target. At least 2-3 buses per hour. 25 +
stops prior to changes
Also just 1 block from Xerxes and / or 76th ( routes 540, 578 and old 6)
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riders
Residents north of new trail
Easier and closer access to bus on Gallager than to Parklawn and Edinborough
Also access to 578 to Southdale
They also have immediate access to 538 and 539 to Southdale
Zero new riders anticipated —
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Jack Sullivan
From: kirkjohnsonster@gmail.com on behalf of Kirk Johnson [Kirk.Johnson@LoganLogic.com]
Sent: Thursday, October 15, 2009 12:01 PM
To: ann swenson; Jim Hovland; Joni Bennett; Mary Brindle; Scot Housh; Gordon Hughes; Wayne Houle; Jack
Sullivan; John Keprios; Surya lyer; Alex Dirr; Alice Hulbert; Bob Fried; Carl Follstad; Carl Gulbronson;
Donald Eyberg; Dwaine Lindberg; Jennifer Janovy; Joseph Hulbert; Kirk Johnson; Larry Olson; Richard
Griffith; Rob Erickson; Sally Dunn; Sarah Jakobsen; Todd Brewer; neal blanchett
Subject: Bike Edina Task Force Meeting Minutes (October 8, 2009)
Dear City Council, Mayor Jim Hovland, Gordon Hughes (City Manager), Wayne Houle (City Engineer & Director of Public Works),
Jack Sullivan (Assistant City Engineer), John Keprios (Park and Recreation Director), Edina Energy & Environment Commission, and
Bike Edina Task Force & visitor Neal Blanchett:
Our October meeting minutes are pasted below. They are also online (source tile link).
Other distribution:
• Jack Sullivan, please provide for the Edina Transportation Commision packet.
• Surya Iyer, please post for the Edina Energy & Environment Commission.
Thank you for your interest and support. Please review and contact me with any questions.
Bike Edina Task Force: News & Meeting Outcomes
October 8, 2009
The Bike Edina Task Force (BETF) Meets monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. in the
Mayor's Conference Room at Edina City Hall. For questions contact Kirk Johnson, Chair. Guests are welcome
to observe, space permitting.
• Online source: Source link here (http://tcstreetsforpeople.org/node/987)
• Present: Alex Dirr, Alice Hulbert, Bob Fried, Carl Follstad, Carl Gulbronson, Dwaine Lindberg,
Jennifer Janovy, Kirk Johnson, Larry Olson, Richard Griffith, Rob Erickson, Sally Dunn, Sarah
Jakobsen
• Guests: Neal Blanchett
• Absent: Excused absences include Donald Eyberg, Dwaine Lindberg, Jennifer Janovy, and Todd
Brewer; Absent with no prior communication: Joseph Hulbert.
• Recorded by: Sally Dunn, Kirk Johnson
• Distribution: BETF, guests, City Manager, City Engineer, and Mayor & City Council. Also, Jack
Sullivan to forward to the Edina Transportation Commission, and Surya Iyer to post for the Edina
Energy and Environment Commission.
1) Re-cap from City Liaison Meeting (Kirk Johnson)
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a) Kirk met with Gordon Hughes, Wayne Houle, and John Keprios on Monday, October 5th as part of
periodic planning and progress tracking meetings between BETF and city leadership.
b) Edina Rules of the Road Quiz -- Review. This received favorable remarks. Great job, team.
i) Gordon stated the wording seems clear and no changes required.
ii) John suggested adding a question: "When a sidewalk is present, the bicyclist must use it instead of the road"
which of course would be an "F" (False) for an answer, supported by MN Statute 169.222, Subdivision 1. The
new version of the Quiz is uploaded along with these meeting notes: source (link) to version 6.
iii) Compliments to these city leaders, Gordon, Wayne, and John: All scored very high, much higher than
average!
iv) The value of the Quiz is to serve in education and initiate discussion of both the law and best practices for
riding safety.
v) BETF recommended having a version go into About Town in the future -- Carl Follstad to
incorporate in media action list.
vi) Sarah Jakobsen offered to provide additional questions. Anyone else welcome to send to Kirk
Johnson who is centralizing additional questions for this quiz.
c) Safe Routes to Schools: Guidance was to continue working with Steve Bristor and our MN State
SRTS contact, Mike Fiers (interim) (651-366-3833). More discussion is below.
d) Interlachen bike lanes:
i) City Engineering is still planning to install signage on Interlachen.
ii) Another improvement effort will aim to solve the bike lane discontinuation issue that Sarah
Jakobsen and other riders have asked about; details were discussed in the meeting.
e) Engaging/informing residents: Building a contact list and sending email-based newsletter to
interested residents and area stakeholders for Edina bicycling news: Kirk Johnson or BETF contact
recommended to discuss options with Jennifer Bennerotte -- Carl Follstad offered to cover this.
BETF recommended starting quarterly. Carl and Jennifer will discuss options such as Constant
Contact and other subscription services to recommend ideal medium or media for disseminating.
f) Upcoming Agenda items for City Liaison group
I) Ideas for revising revising the bicycle plan (e.g., supplement, amendment, etc.)
ii) Budget and reimbursement (Kirk can cover this with Gordon via email)
iii) Note that Phase 1 planning is awaiting discussion/information from MNDoT per Wayne.
g) Next City Council/Staff workshop with BETF: Kirk is coordinating with BETF and Gordon for a
workable date for the 2010 workshop.
2) Bylaws (Carl Follstad)
a) Gordon Hughes has agreed to review/share the Bylaws with staff when finalized.
b) Carl included outcomes and inputs to finalize the Bylaws, which will be sent to the group soon.
Discussion included articulating the reimbursement approach, the BETF not having financial assets
and members not benefitting financially, and other inputs.
3) Bike Mosaic Tile Art (Kirk Johnson)
a) BETF partnered with the Edina Public Art Committee (EPAC). The objective is to complete and
finish beautiful tile mosaics to enhance Edina with public art and promote a bicycle-friendly
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community and active living image.
b) Sarah Jakobsen successfully transferred the works of art-in-progress to the Edina Art Center --
thank you Sarah!
c) Next steps are to finish the art pieces created by residents during City Hall open houses for bicycle
planning and the Bicycle Rodeo in 2007. For a full presentation with images, visit the mosaics
PowerPoint file.
d) Kirk Johnson and Sarah Jakobsen will discuss recommended approach to move forward between
now and the next meeting. Richard Griffith is still deciding if he would like to be the BETF contact
for this project.
4) Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS) (Rob Erickson, Alex Dirr, Larry Olson)
a) What are Safe Routes to Schools (SRTS)? "Safe Routes to School programs enable community
leaders, schools and parents across the United States to improve safety and encourage more
children to safely walk and bicycle to school. In the process, programs are working to reduce traffic
congestion and improve health and the environment, making communities more livable for
everyone" -- National Center for Safe Routes to Schools website.
b) News: Rob reported there are issues around liability concerns. A white paper is coming out related
to this, perhaps at the end of October.
c) It was suggested that the schools be surveyed first with the plan to be up and running in the
spring.. surveys of students, parents and direct observations of school arrival and dismissal.
d) Alex Dirr reported he has 3 of 5 elementary school assessments completed by the SRTS team
related to sidewalks, roads, crosswalks and other paths. Once completed, a plan will be developed
around the results.
e) The SRTS team was encouraged to keep moving even if their deadlines have not been met.
f) Kirk Johnson reported he talked to police officers from Three Rivers who are very interested in
particating in the bike rodeo or other activities. Kirk Johnson has sent email address contacts to the
SRTS work group.
g) Discussion of liability related to guiding children on bikes, how volunteers will be trained, whether
this would be a "school-sponsored" event.
h) Rob distributed copies of "Bicycling/Moving America Forward" from Bikes Belong Coalition. The
proposed date for the Bike Rally is April 17. The Bikes Belong booklets could be distributed at that
time. Bikes Belong is funded by the bike industry and more free copies may be available.
i) Rob reports there is a mini-grant available up to $1000 each and requested assistance in figuring
out what to request. Alice reported a school that uses a bar code system to check students in at
school but this may be too pricey. The school has a "Bike To School" day twice each year. There
was discussion of perhaps funding some prizes for this. Rob will check further to see what projects
were funding in the past to get a better sense of what might get funded.
5) Other Grant Opportunities: Bob Fried reported that there is another grant opportunity through
Parks & Trails with a deadline of November 13. Kirk Johnson would like to forward the information to
Todd Brewer. Alice will send information to John Keprios and Wayne Houle. Here is the information
regarding Parks and Trails Legacy Grant Progr_am(link).
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6) Partnering with Police Department: Recently there was an About Town article that mentioned
police bicycle safety video efforts. Alice Hulbert and Carl Gulbronson were interested in meeting with
the police chief to develop better communication. Kirk Johnson will make an introduction and inform
them when it is time to contact the Police Chief Mike Siitari.
7) Jersey Idea: Bob Fried reports that many times he has been cut off when biking. He found a person
making bright yellow jerseys that say "3 feet Please" on the back, and these are advertised at
3feetplease.com. These can be purchased for $55 in bulk. Contact Bob if you are interested. Another
BETF member mentioned that Ironclad.conn has off the shelf reflective jerseys.
8) Regional Trail News
a) Nine Mile Creek update from Alice: A full environmental impact study may be needed. Discussion
about the impact of this study. Our visitor was interested to make some contacts on behalf of the
project: Kirk Johnson to send Neal Blanchett contact information for: Jonathan Vlaming, Dale
Woodbeck and Kelly Grissman.
b) CP Rail Trail: Todd Brewer (via email to Kirk Johnson) informed the group that there have been no
significant activities for the project planning in the recent month; however, there was supposed to
have been a September meeting.
9) ETC update
a) Jennifer Janovy sent a message to Kirk Johnson indicating that she had proposed a complete
streets topic for the next ETC meeting.
b) Kirk Johnson brought the news about Hennepin County passing a resolution: The Hennepin County
Complete Streets Policy passed recently in County Board Resolution 09-0058R1.
10) Organizing efforts for 2010 (All) We will focus on this in our next months.
11) Bike Education and Leadership Opportunities (Kirk Johnson)
a) Hiawatha Bicycle Club -- trained Ride Leader: consider joining and becoming a ride leader. Ride
Leader training is typically in March or April each year and is a half day at the Edina Community
Center. If you are interested to join the club, go to intp://www.hiawathabike.org/ -- it is only $25 per
year for individual membership, $35 for family. I would like for BETF to have at least 5 trained ride
leaders in 2010, the more the better. The reason is because it helps us lead community rides of
various sorts and the rides are covered for liability by the club. You can view the Ride Leader
Manual in the site, which is in "Leader Resources" area.
b) League of American Bicyclists -- LCI training (see below). This is a national, highly-regarded
training program and I would like for us to have at least 2 LCI instructors by 2010, again the more
the better. I will attempt to attend these October training events -- please let me know if you can
also! The descriptions of all the classes an instructor-in-training needs to take is at
http://www.bikeleague.org/programs/educationiseminars.php . Kirk Johnson sent the BETF a specific note about
two training sessions on Saturday mornings that were advertised from David Peterson, Minneapolis
Bicycle Ambassador.
Questions or corrections? please contact Bike Edina Task Force Chair, Kirkiohnson(a)LoganLogic.com
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Kirk Logan Johnson
Bike Edina Task Force, Chair
Kirkjohnson@LoganLogic.com
(612) 916-9966 (Cell)
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REPORT/RECOMMENDATION
To: Mayor & City Council Agenda Item IV. F •
From: Boyd Tate Consent X
Traffic Safety Coordinator Information Only
Date: November 17, 2009 Mgr. Recommends To HRA
Subject: Traffic Safety Staff Review for To Council
November 4, 2009. Action Motion
Resolution
Ordinance
Discussion
Recommendation:
Review and approve Traffic Safety Staff Review of Wednesday, November 4, 2009.
Info/Background:
It is not anticipated that residents will be in attendance at the Council meeting regarding any of
the attached issues.
TRAFFIC SAFETY STAFF REVIEW
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
The staff review of traffic safety matters occurred on November 4, 2009. Staff present
included the City Engineer, Assistant City Engineer, City Planner, Traffic Safety
Coordinator, Sign Coordinator and Police Traffic Sergeant.
From that review, 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 also informed that if they disagree with the recommendation or
have additional facts to present, they can be included on the November 17, 2009, Council
Agenda.
SECTION A:
Requests on which staff recommends approval of request:
1. Request for better signage at the intersection of W. 70th Street and Metro
Boulevard. Requestor wants signage that would give west bound 70th
Street motorists advanced warning of which lane to be in for both W. 70th
Street and Metro Boulevard.
Requestor states that a friend of hers was involved in an accident because
he was in the wrong lane for Metro Boulevard at W. 70th Street.
Requestor feels that better signage could have prevented this accident.
This is a high volume intersection (20,000 + vehicles per day) that has had
several reported traffic accidents in the past five years. Staff feels that this
is a valid request and recommends that additional signage be placed on the
traffic light mast to indicate lanes for W. 70th Street and Metro Boulevard.
Staff recommends the addition of lane indicator signs to be placed on
the overhead mast arm of the traffic light located at W. 70th Street
and Metro Boulevard.
2. Request from staff to install no parking signs on the west side of
Browndale Avenue as well as lane striping between the Browndale Bridge
and Country Club Road.
This is part of the Country Club project and has been preapproved.
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Staff recommends the installation of no parking signs on the west side
of Browndale Avenue between the Browndale Bridge and Country
Club Road as well as lane striping.
SECTION B:
Requests on which staff recommends denial of request:
1. Request for a pedestrian crosswalk crossing Blake Road at the intersection
of Evanswood Lane and/or a stop sign for Blake Road at the intersection
of Evanswood Lane or Pine Grove Road.
Blake Road is a state aid "collector" street with curb, gutter, and a
sidewalk on the east side. A recent traffic study shows Blake Road to
have a Monday- Friday average daily traffic count of 2,315 vehicles with
an 85th-percentile speed of 36.0 mph. There have been two reported
accidents (non-intersection related) at Blake Road and Evanswood Lane in
the past five years.
a) 02/23/08. Vehicle in motion struck parked vehicle. Minor
damage. No state report. No tows.
b) 09/03/09. Auto vs. street sweeper. Car tried to pass street sweeper
and was side-swiped. Minor damage. No tows. No state report.
Staff brought this request before the Council on October 20, 2009, with a
recommendation of denial due to lack of warrants. Requestor was present
at this meeting and addressed the Council with her concerns. Council then
sent this request back to the Traffic Safety Committee for further study
and review. Council directed the Committee to study the possibility of
adding a sidewalk along the west side of Blake Road.
Staff is once again recommending the denial of this request for lack of
warrants.
The request for stop signs on Blake Road at either Evanswood Lane or
Pine Grove Road would not meet warrants. Traffic volumes on Blake
Road would need to nearly double in order to comply with policy. All
way stop signs can be an effective safety measure if properly warranted.
However, they should not be installed inappropriately or out of policy
where they may be ignored by drivers, needlessly interrupt traffic flow,
and negatively affect fuel consumption, the environment, or cause
needless noise. A consistent application of the policy serves both the
motorist and resident within the City.
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The request for a pedestrian crosswalk crossing Blake Road at Evanswood
Lane also lacks warrants. (A crosswalk currently exists one block to the
north at Fox Meadow Lane).
Both pedestrians and motorists in the State of Minnesota have rights and
responsibilities on the roadway. Pedestrians must obey the "rules of the
road" and yield to motorists if not crossing at an intersection. Conversely,
motorists are required to yield to pedestrians when crossing at all
intersections, not just intersections where pedestrian crosswalks are
painted and signed. The excessive use of signs and pavement marking can
substantially reduce the effectiveness of such devices. A consistent
application of this policy will serve both the motorist and pedestrian with
in the City.
Edina's policies regarding stop signs and pedestrian crosswalks are in full
compliance with the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic Control
Devices (MUTCD).
The Traffic Safety Committee, directed by Council, studied the possibility
of placing a sidewalk along the west side of Blake Road. It was
deterniined that a sidewalk on the west side of Blake Road would not be
feasible due to the placement of utilities, power poles and landscaping.
Staff recommends denial of the above request(s) for lack of warrants.
2. Request for stop signs on Country Club Road at Bruce Avenue.
This request comes from a resident on Bruce Avenue who is concerned
with the speed of traffic on Country Club Road. This intersection is
currently controlled with north/south stop signs for Bruce Avenue that
state "Cross Traffic Does Not Stop". Country Club to the east is a no-
outlet street. There have been no reported accidents at this intersection
within the past five years.
Adding stop signs on Country Club Road at Bruce Avenue would make
this intersection an All-Way stop. Warrants are not met for an All-Way
stop.
The Country Club Project, including signage, has been reviewed and
approved by the Council. Staff feels that no changes are needed at this
time.
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Staff recommends denial of the request for stop signs on Country
Club Road at Bruce Avenue for lack of warrants.
3. Request to remove the "Bike Route" signs along Country club Road.
Requestor is a resident on Country Club Road who is not happy with the
number and placement of the newly installed "Bike Route" signs along
Country Club Road and other streets in the neighborhood.
Requestor has been advised that the Council has already approved the
installation of these signs. There are no signs located on requestor's
property.
Staff recommends denial of the request to remove the "Bike Route"
signs along Country Club Road for the above stated reason.
4. Request to move the "No Parking" sign in front of requestor's residence
on the 4600 Block of Moorland Avenue. Requestor feels the sign was
placed too close to her recently planted tree and would like it moved.
This request comes from a resident on the 4600 block of Moorland
Avenue who is concerned that a newly installed "No Parking" sign was
placed too close to a young tree that was recently planted to replace one
that was taken down. Requestor states that the company that planted the
tree informed her that this was the only place in her yard where it could be
placed.
The city sign coordinator informed staff that the placement of this sign
was necessary to comply with spacing requirements. The sign coordinator
consulted with the city forester and was informed that the sign was far
enough away from the tree and would cause no harm.
Requestor was informed of the above and is satisfied.
Staff recommends denial of the request to move the "No Parking"
sign in front of requestor's residence for the above stated reason.
5. Request for a pedestrian crosswalk crossing Gleason Road at McCauley
Trail West.
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Requestor is a resident of McCauley Trail West and crosses Gleason Road
on a daily basis. She states that cars seldom stop or yield while she
attempts to cross Gleason Road.
Gleason Road at McCauley Trail West is an "A Minor Arterial-Reliever"
roadway with an average daily traffic count of 10,089 and an 85th
percentilespeed of 34.6 mph. There have been three reported accidents at
this intersection within the past five years.
Policy dictates that pedestrian crosswalks shall only be placed in an area
that has in excess of 20 pedestrians crossing for a minimum of two hours
during any eight hour period. This intersection does not meet warrants.
Gleason Road curves sharply at McCauley Trail West and north bound
traffic would not be able to see pedestrians until their vehicle is directly
upon them, making this an un-safe crossing area. A pedestrian crosswalk
is located just to the south at Gleason Road and Indian Hills Pass. This is
also an all-way stop intersection making it very pedestrian friendly.
Requestor has been advised and has been sent a petition form so she can
petition for a sidewalk on the west side of Gleason Road from McCauley
Trail West, south to Indian Hills Pass.
Staff recommends denial of the request for a pedestrian crosswalk
crossing Gleason Road at McCauley Trail West for lack of warrants.
6. Request for a pedestrian crosswalk crossing Interlachen Boulevard at
Ridge Road or a stop sign at this intersection for east/west Interlachen
Boulevard traffic.
This request comes from a resident on Interlachen Boulevard who is
concerned for the safety of her child who has to cross Interlachen
Boulevard to catch the school bus. Requestor states that cars coming east
bound on Interlachen Boulevard, down the hill, are usually speeding.
Interlachen Boulevard is a 26-foot wide city street with curb, gutter and no
sidewalks. An all-way stop exists to the west at Green Farms Road and to
the east at Schaefer Road. This intersection does not meet warrants for
either a stop sign or a pedestrian crosswalk.
Staff spent two days conducting speed studies at this intersection. The
average speed for east bound vehicles was 29.1 mph. West bound
vehicles averaged 28.5 mph. There has been one accident reported in the
past five years. This was a signal car sliding off the roadway on a snow
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packed street. A traffic study conducted in 2005 on Interlachen Boulevard
shows an average daily traffic count of 2,198 with an 85th-percentile speed
of 29.4 mph.
Requestor has been advised that her child should wait on the south side of
Interlachen Boulevard until the school bus arrives and extends the stop
arm. This will stop traffic in both directions and the child can safely cross
the street.
Staff recommends denial of the request for a pedestrian crosswalk
and a stop sign on Interlachen Boulevard at Ridge Road for lack of
warrants.
7. Request to make the intersection of W. 70th Street and Antrim Road into
an All-Way stop (currently a 3-way).
Requestor is a resident on Kerry Road who is concerned for the safety of
his children who cross W. 70th Street at Antrim Road on their way to
school.
W. 70th Street is a 44-foot wide Collector street with curb, gutter and a
sidewalk and bike lane on the north side. The average daily traffic count
is 5,200 vehicles with an 85th-percentile speed of 31.3 mph. Antrim Road
is a 44-foot wide Collector street with curb, gutter and a sidewalk on the
east side. Antrim Road has bike lanes on both sides of the roadway.
Antrim Road has an average daily traffic count of 4,104 and an 85th -
percentile speed of 36.4 mph. There has been one reported property
damage accident at this intersection in the past five years.
This intersection is currently controlled by stop signs for north/south
Antrim Road traffic as well as for east bound W. 70th Street traffic. West
bound 70th Street does not stop because of a fairly steep hill at this
intersection. W. 70th Street is a concrete roadway that gets slippery when
wet. Making vehicles stop on this hill would not improve traffic safety.
South bound Antrim Road has an advisory sign that states that "Cross
Traffic Does Not Stop."
Staff recommends denial of the request to make the intersection of W.
70th Street and Antrim Road into an All-Way stop for the above
reason.
8. Request for "No Parking/Stopping/Standing" signs on Grimes Avenue at
the intersection of Inglewood Avenue south to the entrance to Weber
Park. Also a request for a similar sign to be posted on the south side of
Weber Park parking lot road.
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This request comes from one resident on Inglewood Avenue who is
concerned with the congestion caused by parents picking up their children
from the Calvin Christian School. Calvin Christian School has an
enrollment of 210 students.
Grimes Avenue has a Monday-Friday average daily traffic count of 1,660
vehicles with an 85th-percenti1e speed of 32.0 mph. There have been no
reported accidents at this intersection within the past five years. Grimes
Avenue is wide enough to accommodate cars parked on both sides of the
street.
Staff from the Police Department, Planning Department, Engineering
Department and I have observed traffic during the morning drop-off and
the afternoon pick-up time periods. Cars do wait on Inglewood Avenue as
well as on Grimes Avenue during these times. Cars are pulled to the curb
and are only within the intersection for a very brief period of time. The
school is well organized and the pick-up process is well supervised.
Staff feels that placing signs that read "No Parking/Standing/Stopping" or
similar would be redundant. Chief Siitari has informed us that these signs
would not be enforceable as long as the vehicles were occupied and in the
process of picking up children from the school. Grimes Avenue can safely
handle these waiting vehicles and still be usable by other motorists.
Virtually all of the schools in Edina have some type of traffic congestion
during certain time periods. Fortunately these time periods are very short
in duration. Calvin Christian School is not special or different than any of
the other schools. A traffic safety issue does not exist here.
Staff recommends denial of the request for signs that read "No
Parking/Standing/Stopping", or similar, at the intersection of Grimes
Avenue and Inglewood Avenue for the above stated reason,
SECTION C:
Requests that are deferred to a later date or referred to others.
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1. Request for an all-way stop at the west end of the Benton Avenue Bridge
over Highway 100.
2. Re uest to improve traffic congestion and reduce speed in the area of W.
42' Street and Grimes Avenue.
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Jack Sullivan
From: Wayne Houle
Sent: Thursday, October 22, 2009 2:28 PM
To: Jack Sullivan
Subject: FW: Memo to Commissions regarding Green Step Cities program
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Red
Please include this in the next ETC back of packet.
Wayne Houle
whoule@ci.edina.mn.us
952-826-0443
From: Heather Worthington
Sent: Wednesday, October 21, 2009 5:26 PM
To: Wayne Houle; Cary Teague; Jack Sullivan; John Keprios
Cc: Gordon Hughes
Subject: Memo to Commissions regarding Green Step Cities program
Hi:
Please read read the attached memo for background on the Green Step Cities program through the Urban Land Institute (U LI) in
conjunction with the MPCA. I would also appreciate it if you could pass this along to the chair of your commission (or to your
entire commission if you prefer—I will leave the etiquette issues up to you).
In the next couple of months, Kristina Smitten, the Project Manager for this initiative, will be meeting with us. I will coordinate
meetings to correspond to the five policy areas that are noted in the memo. The idea here is that all of our commissions who
have work related to these policy areas will be able to be a part of this initiative, thereby fostering greater cooperation between
our commissions. I'd be happy to coordinate a group meeting ahead of time so that you can meet Kristina and hear from her
about this project, as well as answer any questions you have about it.
The time commitment for this project is not great for individual commissions and staff; I appreciate how busy you are right
now. I appreciate your help in identifying important issues, and working with us to choose the best practices that the City needs
to implement to move this project along.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Thanks!
HW
Heather Worthington, ICMA-CM
Assistant City Manager
Office: (952) 826-0415
Fax: (952) 826-0390
E-mail: hworthington@ci.edina.mn.us
City of Edina • 4801 West 50th Street • Edina, MN 55424-1394
www.cityofedina.com
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