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Meeting location:
Edina City Hall
Community Room
4801 W. 50th St.
Edina, MN
Transportation Commission Meeting Agenda
Thursday, July 17, 2025
6:00 PM
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1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of Meeting Agenda
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
4.1. Minutes
5. Community Comment
During "Community Comment," the Board/Commission will invite residents to share
issues or concerns that are not scheduled for a future public hearing. Items that are on
tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. 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. 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 staff for consideration at a future meeting.
6. Reports/Recommendations
6.1. 2024 PACS Fund Summary Report
6.2. Dynamic Speed Display Sign Policy
6.3. Traffic Safety Report of June 27, 2025
6.4. 2025 Work Plan Updates
6.5. 2026/2027 Work Plan Development
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7. Staff Comments
7.1. Transportation Projects Update
8. Chair and Member Comments
9. Adjournment
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Approve
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 4.1
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Minutes Department: Engineering
Item Title: Minutes
Action Requested:
Approve the minutes of the June 26, 2025 regular meeting.
Information/Background:
See attached draft minutes.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Draft Minutes, Jun. 26, 2025
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
City Hall Community Room
Jane 26, 2025
1. Call to Order
Vice Chair Brown called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Brown, Bildsten, Olson, Trueger, White, Wright
Late: Commissioners Lassig
Absent: Commissioners Lewis, Rosen
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni
3. Approval of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Wright to approve the
amended agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Wright to approve the
May 15, 2025 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
5. Community Comment
Tony Tortorici, 4125 45th St, testified about Item A1 on the Traffic Safety Report of May 29, 2025. Tortorici
disagreed with the staff recommendation, stating that the street is near a park and has had two-sided parking
for a long time, which residents often use for private events.
Commissioner Lassig arrived at 6:10.
John Haugen, 5709 Beard Ave, testified about Item B2 in the Traffic Safety Report of May 29, 2025. Haugen
disagreed with the staff recommendation, stating that his neighbors have circulating a petition to City Council
requesting additional stop signs. Haugen asked the Commission to consider voting on this issue tonight.
6. Special Presentations
6.1. France Avenue Pedestrian Crossing
Economic Development Manager Bill Neuendorf presented preliminary concepts for the proposed France
Avenue pedestrian crossing for comments from the Commission.
Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Trueger to adopt the
following statement:
“The Transportation Commission has reviewed the France Avenue Pedestrian Crossing
presentation and endorses continuing work on this project.”
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Ayes: Bildsten, Brown, Olson, Trueger, Wright
Nays: White
Motion carried.
7. Reports/Recommendations
7.1. Traffic Safety Report of May 29, 2025
The Commissioner reviewed and commented on the report.
Item B2: Request for proactive review of traffic controls in Chowen Park
Motion was made by Commissioner Trueger and seconded by Commissioner White to support the
Chowen Park traffic petition for the installation of 10 stop signs and recommend that City
Council implement without further study. All voted aye. Motion carried.
7.2. 2025 Work Plan Updates
1. Safe and Equitable Mobility Action Plan Participation – The Task Force and Project
Management team met this month. Community survey has been extended through July 16.
2. Commission-Led Events – Participated in Edina Rides.
3. Review of City Policies/Ordinances – Committee asked staff for a contact at St. Louis Park.
4. City Code Update – No update.
5. City Code Regarding Bicycles – Committee continuing work on report.
7.3. Joint Work Session Preparation
The Commissioner discussed topics to cover in their joint work session with City Council on July 15.
7.4. 2026/2027 Work Plan Development
The Commissioner began discussing their 2026/2027 work plan proposal.
7.5. July 17 Meeting Discussion.
The Commissioner discussed the possible cancellation of the July 17 regular meeting.
8. Staff Comments – Received.
8.1. Transportation Projects Update
Staff provided an update on current and upcoming transportation projects in and around Edina.
8.2. 2025 Meeting Dates
The Commission’s next regular meeting is Thursday, July 17.
9. Chair and Member Comments – Received.
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
10. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner Trueger and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to adjourn the
June 26, 2025 regular meeting at 8:54 p.m. All voted aye. Motion carried.
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE
J F M A M J J A S O N D # of Mtgs Attendance %
Meetings 1 1 1 1 1 1 6
SEAT NAME
1 Wright, Grant 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 100%
2 VACANT
3 Bildsten, Roger 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 100%
4 Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 1 5 83%
5 Rosen, Adam 1 1 1 1 1 5 83%
6 Brown, Chris 1 1 1 1 1 5 83%
7 Olson, Bethany 1 1 1 1 1 5 83%
8 White, Joan 1 1 1 3 75%
9 Trueger, Noah 1 1 2 50%
10 Lassig, Augie (s) 1 1 1 1 1 5 83%
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Discussion
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 6.1
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Report and Recommendation Department: Engineering
Item Title: 2024 PACS Fund Summary Report
Action Requested:
Review and comment on the 2024 PACS Fund Summary Report
Information/Background:
The PACS Funds available in 2024 were $1,646,623. This includes $376,347 in rollover funds from
2023. Approximately $266,988 is estimated to roll over into the current PACS Fund (2025).
$1,379,634 (84%) of available funds were spent on PACS-related projects and items in 2024 (a
decrease of approximately $695,345 or 34% from 2023). About 1.5 miles of new pedestrian and
bicycle facilities were installed in 2024 using the PACS Fund (2.6 less than 2023). See attached staff
report and supporting materials.
Supporting Documentation:
1. 2024 PACS Fund Report
2. 2024 PACS Fund Summary Table
3. 2024 PACS Fund Projects Map
4. Staff Presentation
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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
Information / Background:
The PACS Funds available in 2024 were $1,646,623. This includes $376,347 in rollover funds from 2023.
Approximately $266,988 is estimated to roll over into the current PACS Fund (2025). $1,379,634 (84%)
of available funds were spent on PACS-related projects and items in 2024 (a decrease of approximately
$695,345 or 34% from 2023). About 1.5 miles of new pedestrian and bicycle facilities were installed in
2024 using the PACS Fund (2.6 less than 2023). Table 1 shows a breakdown of all related expenditures
in 2024. Detailed project costs and locations are shown in the attached summary table and project map.
Table 1: 2024 PACS Fund Expenditures
While most of the costs shown are actual construction costs, some are estimated based on pending final
payments to contractors.
Attached:
2024 PACS Fund Summary Table
2024 PACS Fund Projects Map
Date: July 17, 2025
To: Transportation Commission
From: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Subject: 2024 Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Report
PACS Project Type Cost Percentage
New Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities $ 688,180 49.9%
Maintain Existing Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities $ 29,462 2.1%
Final Payments for Previous Projects $ 233,932 16.2%
Total Construction: $ 941,574 68.2%
Professional Services $ 301,776 21.9%
Other (maintenance, supplies, etc.) $ 9,787 0.7%
Transportation Planner Salary and Benefits $ 126,497 9.2% Total Administrative: $ 438,060 31.8%
Total 2024 PACS Expenditures: $ 1,379,634 100.0%
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Franchise Fees = 1,185,467.02$
Intergovernmental (Grants) = -$
Other = 84,808.17$
2023 PACS Fund Rollover = 376,347.34$
1,646,622.53$
Category Project Location Map
Key
Approx. LF of
New Facility Notes Cost % of
Expenditures
Concord sidewalks, bike boulevard, RRFB replacement A 3,976 Concord B/C roadway reconstruction 214,135.79$
Southdale sidewalks, bus pads B 2,522 Southdale B roadway reconstruction 215,360.37$
France Ave sidewalk Fuller St to W 57th St C 1,568 258,684.30$
W 47th St & France Ave retaining wall D - Metro Transit E Line BRT project 21,800.00$
Final payments on 2023 projects 223,931.58$
Sidewalk Inspection Program Sidewalk panel/ped ramp replacements, grinding, bus pads 6,276.00$
RRFB replacement W 70th St & Wooddale Ave E -1,386.01$
Concord sidewalks, bike boulevard Braun Intertec 509.40$
Southdale sidewalks, bus pads Braun Intertec 297.70$
Bolton & Menk 94,697.20$
Braun Intertec 3,747.50$
Snow Kreilich Architects 68,630.15$
Bolton & Menk 50,303.00$
Braun Intertec 59,889.15$
Interlachen Blvd trail Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr G WSB 23,701.50$
Other Internal services (I.T., equipment maintenance)9,787.11$ 0.7%
Staff One full-time employee (direct and indirect labor costs) Transportation Planner 126,497.38$ 9.2%
Total = 1,379,634.14$ 100.0%
8,066 Rollover to 2025 Budget = 266,988.39$
Maintenance 0.5%
France Ave sidewalk
Revenue2024 Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Expenditures
2024 PACS Budget =
67.7%Construction
F
Professional
Services 21.9%
Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
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Agenda
•PACS Fund overview
•2024 Expenditures
•2024 Projects
•2025 Projects
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PACS Fund Overview
•Approved in 2012
•Revenue from utility
franchise fees
(~$1.3M annually)
•Used exclusively for
non-motorized
transportation network
improvements
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2024 Expenditures
•$1,646,623 available
•$1,379,634 spent on PACS items (50% on new facilities)
PercentageTotalCostPACS Project Type
49.9%$ 688,180New Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities
2.1%$ 29,462Maintain Existing Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities
16.2%$ 233,932Final Payments for Previous Projects
68.2%$ 941,574Total Construction:
21.9%$ 301,776Professional Services
0.7%$ 9,069Other (maintenance, supplies, etc.)
9.2%$ 126,497Transportation Planner Salary & Benefits
31.8%$ 438,060Total Administrative:
100.0%$ 1,379,634Total 2023 PACS Expenditures:
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2024 Projects
A.Concord B/C roadway reconstruction
-Concord Ave, W 64th St sidewalks
-Wooddale Ave sidewalk, bike boulevard
-Valley View Rd/Concord Ave RRFB
B.Southdale B roadway reconstruction
-Barrie Rd, Heritage Dr, W 65th St sidewalks
-Accessible bus pads
C.France Ave sidewalk
- Fuller St to W 57
th St
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2024 Projects
D.W 47th St/France Ave retaining wall
- E Line BRT station
E.W 70th St/Wooddale Ave RRFB
- Replaced existing amber flasher
F.Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
- Preliminary design
G.Interlachen Blvd trail
- Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr
- Preliminary design
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2024 Projects
Sidewalk Inspection Program
(SE quadrant)
-Panel replacement
-Grinding
-Ped ramp replacement
-Accessible bus pads
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2025 Projects
•Vernon Ave/Highway 100 interchange
•Shared-use paths
•Bike racks at Edina Liquor Store
•Presidents A/B reconstruction
•Washington Ave, Belmore Ln shared-use paths
•Monroe Ave sidewalk
•France Ave sidewalk
•W 60th St to W 62nd St
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr buffered bike lanes
•Road diet as part of scheduled overlay
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge design
•RRFBs
•W 62nd St at Pamela Park
•Braeamar Blvd at mountain bike trail crossing
•Eden Ave advanced flasher (eastbound)
•Sidewalk Inspection Program (SW quadrant)
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Discussion
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 6.2
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Other Department: Engineering
Item Title: Dynamic Speed Display Sign Policy
Action Requested:
Review and comment on the draft policy.
Information/Background:
Dynamic display speed (DSD) signs are traffic control devices consisting of a radar and a message sign
that displays the speed of approaching motor vehicles. They may also use dynamic messages (such as
‘Slow Down’) and/or activated beacons or lights. These are also referred to as radar feedback signs
or speed feedback signs. This policy establishes the guidelines and considerations for the installation
and operation of DSD signs in the City. These devices are intended to increase driver awareness of
speed limits, reduce vehicle speeds in priority areas and improve safety for all modes of
transportation.
See attached draft policy.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Draft DSDS Policy
2. Staff Presentation
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☐City Council Approved:
☒City-Wide Revised: Click here to enter a date.
☐Department
City of Edina Policy
Dynamic Speed Display Sign Policy
Purpose
Dynamic display speed (DSD) signs are traffic control devices consisting of a radar and a message sign
that displays the speed of approaching motor vehicles. They may also use dynamic messages (such as
‘Slow Down’) and/or activated beacons or lights. These are also referred to as radar feedback signs or
speed feedback signs. This policy establishes the guidelines and considerations for the installation and
operation of DSD signs in the City. These devices are intended to increase driver awareness of speed
limits, reduce vehicle speeds in priority areas and improve safety for all modes of transportation.
Definitions
1. Municipal State Aid (MSA) street – as defined in Minn. Stat. § 160.02.
2. School speed zone – as established by Minn. Stat. § 169.14.
3. 85th-percentile speed – the speed at which 85% of motor vehicles travel at or below on a given
street.
4. Average Daily Traffic (ADT) – the average number of motor vehicles passing a specific point on
a given street in a 24-hour period, measured in vehicles per day (vpd).
Applicability
Permanent
Permanent DSD signs shall be installed on streets that meet the following conditions:
1. Are under the jurisdiction of the City of Edina (state highways, county roads and private streets
are excluded).
2. Observed 85th-percentile speed at least 10 miles per hour above the posted speed limit.
3. Are designated as Municipal State Aid streets or are classified as Collector streets in the City’s
Living Streets Plan.
Streets that do not satisfy Condition 3 can be considered if they satisfy Condition 2 AND at least two of
the following criteria:
i. ADT of 1,500 vehicles per day
ii. Within a school speed zone
iii. Adjacent to a park
iv. Within a commercial/industrial area
The Traffic Safety Committee will review requests for DSD signs and recommend installation locations
for City Council consideration. The Traffic Safety Committee may recommend additional locations as
necessary to address observed safety issues.
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Temporary
Temporary DSD signs may be placed on local streets as deemed appropriate by the Traffic Safety
Committee, City Manager or City Council.
Funding
Funding for the installation and maintenance of DSD signs shall come from the City’s Pedestrian and
Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund. Staff shall allocate sufficient funds to cover the costs of one new DSD sign
installation per year in addition to the necessary maintenance expenses of existing DSD signs. If multiple
locations are eligible for DSD signs, staff shall prioritize installation using the Equity Criteria for PACS
Fund Project Scheduling.
Operation Guidelines
DSD signs shall operate at all times of the day and night. Flashing speed displays shall only activate when
approaching vehicle speeds exceed the posted speed limit. If vehicles exceed 40 mph, the display shall go
blank to discourage competitive speeding.
Removal
The City may remove or relocate DSD signs under the following conditions:
Significant geometric changes have been made to the associated roadway. This includes but is
not limited to the addition of concrete curb & gutter, addition of raised medians, reduction of
thru or turn lanes, or narrowing of lane widths following roadway reconstruction.
o In these instances, staff shall conduct a study to determine the impact of the roadway
improvements on vehicle speeds.
Post-installation 85th-percentile speeds fail to decrease by more than 2 mph compared to pre-
installation data.
The Traffic Safety Committee shall provide recommendations on removal of DSD signs for City Council
consideration, as necessary.
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EdinaMN.gov
Dynamic Speed Display Sign Policy
July 17, 2025
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Purpose
•Dynamic display speed (DSD) signs
•Traffic control devices consisting of a radar and a
message sign
•Displays the speed of approaching motor vehicles
•Also referred to as radar feedback signs or speed
feedback signs
•Intended to increase driver awareness of speed
limits, reduce vehicle speeds in priority areas and
improve safety for all modes
•Policy will establish guidelines and considerations
for installation and operation
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Current Installations
•Interlachen Blvd
•Eastbound and westbound
•Between Grandview and Highlands Park
•Tracy Ave
•Southbound
•Adjacent to Countryside Elementary
•W 70th St
•Eastbound
•Adjacent to Cornelia Elementary
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Applicability – Permanent Signs
•Streets must meet the following conditions:
1. Under the City’s jurisdiction (no highways, county or private streets)
2. Observed 85th-percentile speed at least 10 mph above the posted speed limit
3. Municipal State Aid streets or Collector streets in the City’s Living Streets Plan
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Applicability – Permanent Signs
Municipal State Aid Streets Living Streets Collectors
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Applicability – Permanent Signs
•Streets that are not MSA or Collectors can be considered if:
•Observed 85th-percentile speeds at least 10 mph above the posted speed
limit
AND two of the following conditions are met:
•ADT of 1,500 vehicles per day
•Within a school speed zone
•Adjacent to a park
•Within a commercial/industrial area
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Applicability
•Traffic Safety Committee will review requests and recommend installation
locations for City Council consideration
•Committee may recommend additional locations as necessary to address
observed safety issues
•Temporary DSD signs may be placed on local streets as deemed
appropriate by the Traffic Safety Committee, City Manager or City
Council
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Funding
•Funding for installation and maintenance from Pedestrian and Cyclist
Safety (PACS) Fund
•Staff shall allocate funds for one new
DSD sign installation per year in
addition to maintenance expenses of
existing signs
•If multiple locations are eligible, staff
shall prioritize installation using the
Equity Criteria for PACS Fund Project
Scheduling
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Operation Guidelines
•DSD signs shall operate at all times of the day and night
•Flashing speed displays shall only activate when approaching vehicle
speeds exceed the posted speed limit
•If vehicles exceed 40 mph, the display shall go blank to discourage
competitive speeding
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Removal
•City may remove or relocate DSD signs under the following conditions:
•Significant geometric changes implemented on roadway
•Addition of concrete curb & gutter, addition of raised medians, reduction
of thru or turn lanes, or narrowing of lane widths
•In these instances, staff shall conduct a study to determine the impact of
the roadway improvements on vehicle speeds
•85th-percentile speeds fail to decrease by more than 2 mph
•Traffic Safety Committee shall provide recommendations on removal of
DSD signs for City Council consideration, as necessary
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Discussion
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 6.3
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Report and Recommendation Department: Engineering
Item Title: Traffic Safety Report of June 27, 2025
Action Requested:
Review and comment on the recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee.
Information/Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee recommends action on three items and no action on five items. See
attached staff report.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Traffic Safety Report of June 27, 2025
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Strong FoundationCITY GOALS:Better TogetherReliable Service Livable City Staff Report
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
Date:
To:
From:
Subject:
July 17, 2025
Traffic Safety Committee
Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Traffic Safety Report of June 27, 2025
Staff Recommendation:
Review and comment on the staff recommendations.
Information / Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on June 27. The Traffic Safety
Coordinator, Transportation Planner, Engineering Director, Assistant City Planner and Traffic Safety
Specialist and 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 August 6 meeting.
Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends action
A1. Request for accessible parking designation at 5832 Creek Valley Rd
Staff recommends an accessible parking designation
sign south of the resident’s driveway.
Description New resident is requesting accessible designation
as their child has special needs and the designation
will help parking in the street and prevent other
users talking the space.
Width 30’
Previous
Requests
School parking situations, leading to one-sided
restrictions along western, half of Creek Valley. 5832 Creek Valley Rd
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STAFF REPORT Page 2
A2. Request for immediate traffic calming measures on W 72nd St
W 72nd St Data
Year Month ADT Peak HR Volume Peak Time 85% Speed (MPH) Average Speed (MPH)
2019 August 2,247 246 4:30 PM 28.5 24.5
2020 August 714 90 4:45 PM 33.8 30.5
2025 May 1,926 216 7:15 AM 32.7 27.9
2025 May 1,969 219 7:30 AM 32.8 28.2
Staff recommends two-sided parking restrictions with lane markings on W 72nd between
Cornelia and Lynmar.
A3. Request for parking restrictions on Antrim Rd
Staff recommends restricting parking on the
east side of Antrim between Antrim Ct and W
70th St.
Description Neighbors have complaints with vehicle speeds,
volumes and development at 7200 France Ave.
ADT 1,926 (2025)
85% Speed 32.7 MPH (2025)
Crashes One at France Ave involving a hit bicyclist
traveling northbound.
Previous Work Curb extensions made at Cornelia to improve
crossings for students
Future Work W 72nd has a utility project providing an
opportunity for traffic calming measures.
Unique
Circumstances
The neighborhood is requesting immediate,
temporary measures such as stop signs and lane
markings.
Feedback A mailer was sent to residents adjacent to W
72nd St between Cornelia and Lynmar asking
feedback to remove parking restrictions to allow
temporary traffic calming measures. Vast majority
of responses were in favor of installing parking
restrictions.
Description 7005 Antrim is requesting one-sided
restrictions as neighbor at 7016 Antrim
is now assisted living with many workers
parking on both sides of the street.
ADT 395 (2019)
Crashes None in past ten years.
Width 24’
Future Work Anticipated street reconstruction in
2026
Policy Living Streets recommends one-sided
parking with 24’ streets.
W 72nd St between Cornelia Dr and Lynmar Ln
7000 block of Antrim Rd
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STAFF REPORT Page 3
Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action
B1. Request for traffic calming on Gleason Rd
Staff recommends police enforcement and the
temporary speed display sign. Staff also encourages the
resident to trim vegetation on their property to improve
sight lines.
B2. Request for parking restrictions on W 52nd St
Staff recommends no permanent restrictions.
B3. Request to widen the southeast corner of Cahill Rd at W 70th St
Staff recommends no changes.
Description Resident between Loch Moor Dr and Dewey Hill has
speed concerns and claims their driveway is blind. Is
also interested in all-way stop controls at Gleason and
Tupa Dr.
ADT 1,871 (2025) 58% traffic travel north on Gleason
85% Speed 29.9 MPH (2025)
Crashes None in past ten years.
Unique
Circumstances
One-sided parking restrictions on same side as
sidewalk.
Previous Work Gleason had a street overlay in 2020.
Description Home at corner of W 52nd St and France Ave
is requesting restrictions on north side of W
52nd. When parking occurs on both sides of
street, it’s difficult to see traffic from France
from driveway.
ADT 472 (2014)
Crashes None on W 54th, west of France.
Width 31’
Previous Work W 52nd was reconstructed in 2015
Unique
Circumstances
Current house redevelopment north on
France requiring truck traffic needing parking.
Temporary restrictions are placed on the
north side of W 52nd.
Description Resident states there’s not enough space for
northbound vehicles on Cahill to turn right
onto W 70th when a vehicle is westbound
turning left onto Cahill.
ADT Cahill – 7,733
W 70th – 3,608 WB & 4,490 EB
Crashes None related to this movement in the past
ten years.
Unique
Circumstances
The Shared path on W 70th connects to
Ninemile Creek Regional Trail.
Lane Layouts W 70th has three- 11’ travel lanes with WB 5’
bike lane.
Gleason Road
W 52nd St
W 70th St at Cahill Rd
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B4. Request for a median island entering York Ave north of W 60th St.
Staff recommends no action.
B5. Speed and volume complaints along Maple Rd and W 49th St
Staff recommends no changes.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. Additional parking complaints were made prior to final parking designations allowed at the Creek Valley
athletic field parking lot. Issues have resolved.
D2. A resident on Shawnee Cir requested to flip parking restrictions to the opposite side of the street to
prevent neighbors parking in front of their home. The street was reconstructed in 2019 where parking
restrictions were installed due to curvature of the roadway and to allow adequate access. The resident was
encouraged to resolve the issue with their neighbor directly.
Description The residents concerned with speeds and non-local
traffic entering York. They are requesting an island to
improve concerns.
AADT W 60th: 2,145 (2021)
York: 162 85% Speed: 23.9 MPH
Crashes None in the past ten years.
Width 27’
Previous Work York was reconstructed in 2019.
W 60th had a street overlay in 2020.
Unique
Circumstances
W 60th has dealt with construction detours and traffic
diverting for two years.
Description Resident requests mitigation to encourage drivers
use Market St or France Ave
ADT Maple: 1,627 (2022) & 1,623 (2025)
W 49th: 899 (2022) & 945 (2025)
85% Speed Maple: 26.9 mph (2022 & 2025)
W 49th: 29.9 mph (2022) & 29.4 (2025)
Crashes Two on Maple- one vehicle hit a parked car and
second a driver swerved away from wrong-
directional vehicle and hit a tree.
Previous
Requests
Turn restrictions entering Maple Rd or W 49th and
vehicle speed concerns.
No action recommended in September (Item B4 in
TSR).
Unique
Circumstances
Speed limit sign was installed on 48th St in 2021.
Updated signal timing implemented at 50th St and
Halifax.
Previous requests reviewed as part of E Line traffic
study.
Overlay scheduled for 2027.
Residents petitioned for sidewalk construction on
48th and 49th Sts.
Development at 4901 France underway causing
temporary closures at Market and W 50th.
York Ave at W 60th St
Maple Rd and W 49th St
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D3. A complaint made about a pedestrian signal not operating properly at W 70th St at Normandale Rd east
of HWY 100. MnDOT owns these signals and fixed the issue.
D4. A complaint submitted about sight lines at the southwest corner of Wooddale Ave and W 60th St. The
intersection was inspected and the required sight lines were available.
D5. A car was reported parked too close to a stop sign near Pamela Park. The resident and EPD were
notified of the 30’ parking distance required from stop signs.
D6. A request for all-way stop controls at W 54th and Halifax Ave. All-way stop controls are not warranted.
However, an approved crosswalk is planned to be installed over W 54th on the east side of the intersection.
D7. A complaint about unsafe pedestrian access near Vernon Ave and Interlachen Blvd. As this area is under
construction, staff recommends finding alternative routes, such as further south on Vernon at Eden Ave.
D8. A complaint was made about sight lines when turning south onto Arcadia Ave from the driveway south
of Gus Young Ln. New lane markings were installed which clarify parking on Arcadia to improve sight lines.
Section E: Items recommended for police enforcement
E1. A request for a speed limit sign for W 54th St between Wooddale Ave and France Ave. Adequate speed
limit signage is present and speed enforcement is recommended.
E2. A request was made for more proactive street parking enforcement for the City’s six-hour limit along
Willson Rd. EPD was notified of this request.
E3. A complaint about excessive traffic on W 58th St between France Ave and Xerxes Ave during
construction. The EPD was requested for speed enforcement in the area.
E4. A complaint submitted of a limousine parked in a restricted area near W 44th St and France Ave. The
requester was notified to contact the non-emergency police dispatch for parking enforcing concerns, and
the EPD was notified.
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Information
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 6.4
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Other Department: Engineering
Item Title: 2025 Work Plan Updates
Action Requested:
None.
Information/Background:
Commissioners will provide updates on the status of current work plan initiatives (unless an item is
elsewhere on the current agenda). See attached work plan progress report.
Supporting Documentation:
1. 2025 Work Plan Progress Report
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Page 3
Transportation Commission
The Commission advises the City Council on matters relating to the operation of the Cityʼs local street system.
The Commission also reviews and comments on plans to enhance non-motorized and mass transit
opportunities in the city. In addition, the Commission evaluates methods for tra ic calming and other speed
and volume mitigation measures and recommends their implementation when appropriate.
Owner: Andrew Scipioni
%#
On Track 100 5
Safe and Equitable Mobility Action Plan (SEMAP) Participation
Owner: Andrew Scipioni
Initiative Type
Project
Target Completion Date
Q4 - 2025
Leads
Grant Wright
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on Jun 26, 2025 05:00:01
Project Management Team and Task Force met this month. Community survey
extended through July 16.
Events on Promoting Multi-Modal Transprotation
Owner: Andrew Scipioni
Initiative Type
Event
Target Completion Date
Q4 - 2025
Leads
Adam Rosen, Andy Lewis, Tricia Rubenstein, Chris Brown
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on Jun 26, 2025 05:00:01
Participated in Edina Rides.
Commission Name 1.7 Progress 30%
Initiative 1.7.1
Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 On Track Progress 25%
Council Charge 2: Review & Comment
Initiative 1.7.2
Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 On Track Progress 50%
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Review of City Policies/Ordinances Requiring Walking and
Biking Improvements
Owner: Andrew Scipioni
Initiative Type
Project
Target Completion Date
Q4 - 2025
Leads
Chris Brown, Bethany Olson
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on Jun 26, 2025 05:00:01
Committee asked sta for a contact at St. Louis Park.
City Code Update
Owner: Andrew Scipioni
Initiative Type
Project
Target Completion Date
Q4 - 2025
Leads
All
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on Apr 11, 2025 05:00:01
Sta will bring suggested changes to future meeting.
Review and recommend changes to Edina City Code Chapter 26
Article X. Bicycles, considering secondary e ects on City plans
and resident experience.
Owner: Andrew Scipioni
Initiative Type
Project
Target Completion Date
Q4 - 2025
Leads
Bildsten, Wright
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on Jun 26, 2025 05:00:01
Committee continuing work on report.
Initiative 1.7.3
Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 On Track Progress 25%
Council Charge 1: Study & Report
Initiative 1.7.4
Jan 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 On Track Progress 25%
Council Charge 2: Review & Comment
Initiative 1.7.5
May 06, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025 On Track Progress 25%
Council Charge 3: Review & Recommend
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Discussion
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 6.5
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Other Department: Engineering
Item Title: 2026/2027 Work Plan Development
Action Requested:
None.
Information/Background:
The Commission will continue to develop their 2026/2027 work plan proposal. See attached staff
report.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Staff Report: 2026-27 Work Plan Development
2. Transportation Goals, 2018 Comp Plan
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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
Information / Background:
To aid in the development of the 2026-2027 work plan, staff would like to provide the Commission with
the following guidance and recommendations:
General
1. Commission work plans are developed by the Commission, not the staff liaison.
2. Commissioners are encouraged to review the goals from the Transportation Chapter of
the 2018 Comprehensive Plan when considering work plan initiatives.
3. There should be at least one Commissioners willing to lead each initiative for the
Commission to propose it.
4. Work plan initiatives should not include City Department work plan initiatives. While
there may be overlap, the role of the Commission should be made clear.
5. List proposed initiatives in order of priority (#1 is highest priority).
6. Commissions should be careful not to overload their work plan, but pursue an
achievable number of initiatives.
7. The “Parking Lot” is reserved for initiatives the Commission considered but did not
proposed as part of the work plan. These items are not considered approved and would
require a work plan amendment approved by Council to allow the Commission to begin
work.
Initiative and Outcome Fields
When writing initiatives, make sure the following points are addressed:
1. What is the specific action/outcome?
2. Describe what the Commission will do.
3. Describe what the outcome(s) will look like.
Examples:
Study and report on other agencies’ processes for completing traffic impact studies
Review and recommend change to the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund policy
Date: July 17, 2025
To: Transportation Commission
From: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Subject: 2026-2027 Work Plan Development
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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
The 2026-2027 Work Plan development schedule will proceed as follows:
July 17
August 21
Regular ETC meetings 2026-2027 work plan development
September 18 Regular ETC meeting Deadline to approve 2026-2027 work plan proposal
October 22 City Council work
session Chairs will present 2026-2027 work plan proposals
Council will review, ask clarifying questions and give
feedback to City staff on possible amendments to
initiatives
Staff Liaisons will be available for questions
November 4 City Council work
session City Manager will present 2026-2027 work plan
proposals with liaison and Manager comments
Council will review, ask clarifying questions and give
feedback on initiatives
Staff Liaisons will be available for questions
December 2 Regular City Council
meeting Council will approve 2026-2027 work plans
January 1, 2026 Commissions begin work on 2026-2027 work plans
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Edina Comprehensive Plan
5. Transportation Chapter – Approved 08-18-20
5-2
Fourteen goals developed for this chapter, which follow, focus on developing a multi-modal transportation
system that is conveniently accessible to all users. The goals recognize and seek to reverse the advantage that
automobile travel has had over transit and non-motorized modes; thus enabling residents and visitors to travel
without increasing greenhouse gas emissions, personal costs, and costs to society.
1. Improve mobility for residents, visitors and businesses with a balanced system of transportation
alternatives for transit users, pedestrians, bicyclists and motorists.
2. Implement a fully multi-modal transportation system that supports the land use vision and future
land use plan for managing and shaping future growth.
3. Minimize the impacts of the transportation system on Edina’s environment and neighborhood
quality of life and emphasize methods to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
4. Reduce the overall dependence on and use of single-occupant vehicles by promoting land use
patterns that allow for shorter vehicular trips and the use of alternative travel options.
5. Promote a travel demand management (TDM) program through a coordinated program of
regulations, marketing, and provision of alternative workplace and travel options.
6. Encourage and support attractive and reliable high-performance transit service and connections.
7. Develop and manage parking provision to encourage joint and shared use of facilities, ride-sharing
(car pools and van pools), and bicycle parking.
8. Invest in infrastructure to support the continued growth in low- to zero-emission technology and
support regional and statewide efforts to educate and adopt electric vehicles.
9. Provide for efficient movement of goods within Edina, while minimizing the impacts of freight traffic
on other trips and reducing negative impacts on land uses on freight corridors.
10. Engage, seek input from and educate all segments of the community regarding transportation-
related issues and projects impacting the City.
11. Identify new and continuing sources for transportation infrastructure funding by seeking to partner
where feasible with federal, state, county and adjacent community sources.
12. Design roadway facilities according to their intended service function and neighborhood context.
13. Provide and maintain adequate access to and from, and safety on, local and regional roadways.
adjacent community redevelopment and other activity that potentially impacts the City of Edina.
14. Manage, maintain and operate roadways to maximize wherever possible the safety and mobility of
all users and all modes.
These goals are consistent with and support the City’s Living Streets Plan (2015), a policy plan that is
divided into three elements: Vision, Principles and Implementation. The policy plan includes a description
of core services provided by the City of Edina that are related to or implemented in part through Living
Streets. (https://www.edinamn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1199/Living-Streets-Plan-PDF?bidId=)
Excerpts from the policy plan are provided below.
Living Streets Policy
Living Streets balance the needs of motorists, bicyclists, pedestrians and transit riders in ways that
promote safety and convenience, enhance community identity, create economic vitality, improve
environmental sustainability, and provide meaningful opportunities for active living and better health. The
Living Streets Policy defines Edina’s vision for Living Streets, the principles Living Streets will embody, and
the plan that will guide implementation of their construction.
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BOARD & COMMISSION
ITEM REPORT
Date: July 17, 2025 Item Activity: Information
Meeting: Transportation Commission
Agenda Number: 7.1
Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Type: Other Department: Engineering
Item Title: Transportation Projects Update
Action Requested:
None.
Information/Background:
Staff will provide a brief update on current and upcoming transportation projects in and around Edina.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Staff Presentation
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•Utility work continues at Interlachen Blvd/Vernon Ave
•Edina Liquor Store reopened this week
•NB ramp closures 7/28 through late fall for noise wall
construction
•Virtual public meeting Thursdays at 11 a.m.
•More info: https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/vernon-
hwy100
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•Curb and gutter installed in Phase 1, paving this week
•Utility work continues in Phase 2
•Curb removals in Phase 3 this week
•More info:
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/presidents-ab
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•Transitioning to Phase 2 (69th St to 70th St)
•More info: https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/york-
trunk-sanitary
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•Substantially complete
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•Substantially complete
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•No update
•More info:
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/rosland-park-
bridge
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•No update
•More info:
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/wooddale-
avenue-bridge-project?tool=news_feed#tool_tab
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City Projects
•Vernon Ave/Hwy100 interchange
•Presidents reconstruction
•York Ave trunk sanitary
•France Ave sidewalk
•Normandale Rd/Viking Dr
bike lanes
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge
•Wooddale Ave bridge
•France Ave pedestrian crossing
Update:
•No update
•More info:
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/france-avenue-
pedestrian-crossing
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Other Agency Projects
•MnDOT I-494
•MnDOT Hwy 62 Noise Wall
•Metro Transit E Line BRT
•Hennepin County pedestrian ramp updates
•Hennepin County overlays
Update:
•Short-term evening ramp closures between East Bush Lake
Rd and 12the Ave
•SB France Ave ramp to WB I-494 closed late July through
fall
•More info:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i494edina-
richfield/index.html
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Other Agency Projects
•MnDOT I-494
•MnDOT Hwy 62 Noise Wall
•Metro Transit E Line BRT
•Hennepin County pedestrian ramp updates
•Hennepin County overlays
Update:
•No update
•Looking to maintain sidewalk access to France Ave,
potentially add sidewalk access to Xerxes Ave
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Other Agency Projects
•MnDOT I-494
•MnDOT Hwy 62 Noise Wall
•Metro Transit E Line BRT
•Hennepin County pedestrian ramp updates
•Hennepin County overlays
Update:
•Station platforms substantially completed
•Still missing sidewalk panels at 47th, 54th and 58th
•More info: https://www.metrotransit.org/e-line-project
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Other Agency Projects
•MnDOT I-494
•MnDOT Hwy 62 Noise Wall
•Metro Transit E Line BRT
•Hennepin County pedestrian ramp updates
•Hennepin County overlays
Update:
•No update
•More info:
https://www.hennepin.us/en/residents/transportation/road-
maintenance
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Other Agency Projects
•MnDOT I-494
•MnDOT Hwy 62 Noise Wall
•Metro Transit E Line BRT
•Hennepin County pedestrian ramp updates
•Hennepin County overlays
Update:
•No update
•More info:
https://www.hennepin.us/en/residents/transportation/road-
maintenance
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Private Redevelopment
•5516 Vernon Ave
Update:
•Approved by CC 7/15
•More info: https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/5516-
vernon-ave
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