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Home My WebLink About2026-03-26 ETC Packet Transportation Commission Meeting Agenda March 26, 2026, 6:00 PM Edina City Hall, Community Room, 4801 W. 50th St. Accessibility Support: The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing amplification, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting. 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 2.1. Welcome New Commissioners 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. Traffic Safety Report of February 24, 2026 6.2. 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates 7. Staff Comments 7.1. Transportation Projects Update 7.2. 2026 Meeting Dates Page 1 of 16 8. Chair and Member Comments 9. Adjournment Page 2 of 16 Item Report March 26, 2026 Transportation Commission Item Number: 2.1 Department: Public Works Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Title: Welcome New Commissioners Action Requested: None. Information/Background: Laura Lukens has been appointed to serve on the Commission for a partial term ending March 1, 2027. Taylor Bruhschwein and Jake Vandelist have been appointed to serve on the Commission for partial terms ending March 1, 2028. Scott Davidson has been appointed to serve on the Commission for a full term ending March 1, 2029. Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). None Page 3 of 16 Item Report March 26, 2026 Transportation Commission Item Number: 4.1 Department: Public Works Item Activity: Action Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Title: Minutes Action Requested: Approve the minutes of the February 19, 2026 regular meeting. Information/Background: See attached draft minutes. Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). 1. Draft Minutes: Feb. 19, 2026 Page 4 of 16 Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Minutes City Of Edina, Minnesota Transportation Commission City Hall Community Room February 19, 2026 1. Call to Order Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. 2. Roll Call Answering roll call: Commissioners Bildsten, Brown, Olson, Rosen, Wright, Bracken, Lewis Late: Commissioner Lassig Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni 3. Approval of Meeting Agenda Motion was made by Commissioner Brown and seconded by Commissioner Olson to approve the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried. 4. Approval of Meeting Minutes Motion was made by Commissioner Brown and seconded by Commissioner Rosen to approve the November 20, 2025 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried. Commissioner Lassig arrived at 6:07. 5. Community Comment None. 6. Special Recognitions 6.1. Commissioners White and Brown The City and Commissioners thanked White and Brown for their years of service on the Commission. 7. Reports/Recommendations 7.1. Prospect Knolls A/C/D Reconstruction Project The Commission discussed the City Council’s decision to remove the proposed sidewalks from this project. 7.2. Wooddale Avenue Bike Lanes Project The Commission reviewed and commented the proposed project. Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Rosen to approve the advisory communication as drafted. All voted aye. Motion carried. 7.3. Traffic Safety Reports of December 9, 2025 and January 27, 2026 The Commission reviewed and commented on the recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee. Page 5 of 16 Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Item A1. (January 27, 2026) Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to recommend adding school day parking restrictions on the entire north/east side of Concord Terr/St Johns Ave between Concord Ave and W 58th St. All voted aye. Motion approved. 7.4. 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates 1. Safe and Equitable Mobility Action Plan Participation – Project management team is refining the countermeasures toolbox and preparing the draft plan. The City’s GreenCorps member has also overlaying the safety priority network with current CIP maps. 2. Traffic Safety Standards – No update. 3. Innovative Traffic Calming Solutions – No update. 8. Annual Elections Commissioner Bildsten nominated Commissioner Wright as Chair. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Olson. All voted aye. Motion carried. Commissioner Lewis nominated Commissioner Rosen as Vice Chair. Motion was seconded by Commissioner Brown. All voted aye. Motion carried. 9. Staff Comments – Received. 9.1. 2026 Meeting Dates The Commission’s next regular meeting is Thursday, March 26 at 6pm at Edina City Hall. 10. Chair and Member Comments – Received. 11. Adjournment Motion was made by Commissioner Rosen and seconded by Commissioner Brown to adjourn the February 19, 2026 regular meeting at 8:36p.m. All voted aye. Motion carried. Page 6 of 16 Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE J F M A M J J A S O N D # of Mtgs Attendance % Meetings 1 1 2 SEAT NAME 1 Wright, Grant 1 1 2 100% 2 VACANT 3 Bildsten, Roger 1 1* 2 100% 4 Lewis, Andy 1 1 2 100% 5 Rosen, Adam 1 1 2 100% 6 Brown, Chris 1 1 2 100% 7 Olson, Bethany 1 1 2 100% 8 VACANT 9 VACANT 10 Lassig, Augie (s) 1 1* 2 100% 11 Bracken, Logan (s) 1 1 2 100% * Attended remotely Page 7 of 16 Item Report March 26, 2026 Transportation Commission Item Number: 6.1 Department: Public Works Item Activity: Discussion Prepared By: Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator, Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Title: Traffic Safety Report of February 24, 2026 Action Requested: Review and comment on the recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee. Information/Background: The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on February 24, 2026. The Traffic Safety Coordinator, Public Works Coordinator, Assistant City Planner, Patrol Sergeant and Traffic Safety Specialists were in attendance. On each item, the 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 April 7 meeting. Traffic Safety Committee Recommendations: Section A Traffic Safety Committee recommends action A1. Request for crosswalk over Interlachen Blvd at Cooper Ave Description Concern about lack of gaps to cross and only one marked crossing over Interlachen Blvd at Vandervork Ave AADT 7,260 (2024) Crashes Two in last 10 years, one involving a pedestrian Ped/Bike Crosses 90 crosses from September 2025 study Peak hour of 24 crosses at 1:30-2:30 PM Lane Configuration Two travel lanes with standard bike lanes Previous Work Interlachen was overlaid in 2019 Unique Circumstances Permanent dynamic speed display signs approx. 700’ east Proposed reconstruction of Interlachen Blvd in 2027 (Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr) TSC recommends a crosswalk over Interlachen Blvd at Cooper Ave per City's Pedestrian Crossing Policy. A2. Request for crosswalk over Concord Ave at W 60th St Page 8 of 16 Description Concern for children crossing to go to Concord Elementary School AADT 1,541 (2025) Crashes Six in last 10 years Ped/Bike Crosses 88 total in 1 day Peak hour 19 at 9 AM Street Width 26’ Previous Work Concord was reconstructed in 2008 Future Work Proposed sidewalk on W 60th St east of Concord Ave Unique Circumstances Sidewalks on north side of W 60th St and west side of Concord Ave TSC recommends a crosswalk over Concord Ave at W 60th St per City's Pedestrian Crossing Policy. Section B Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action B1. Request for crosswalk over Interlachen Blvd at Mirror Lakes Dr Description Concern about lack of gaps to cross and only one marked crossing over Interlachen Blvd at Vandervork Ave AADT 7,260 (2024) Crashes None in last ten years Ped/Bike Crosses 27 crosses on 9/11/25 Peak hour of 9 crosses at 8:45-9:45 AM. Lane Configuration Two travel lanes with standard bike lanes Previous Work Interlachen was overlaid in 2019 Unique Circumstances Sidewalk on Interlachen Blvd east of Mirror Lakes Dr Proposed reconstruction of Interlachen Blvd in 2027 (Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr) TSC recommends no action per City's Pedestrian Crossing Policy. B2. Request for increased crosswalk treatments over Valley View Rd at Cheyenne Trl Page 9 of 16 Description Concern about pedestrian safety ADT 3,913 (2023) Crashes None in last ten years Ped/Bike Crosses 42 crosses on 9/11/25 Peak hour of 14 crosses at 5:15-6:15 PM. Lane Configuration Two travel lanes with bike lanes Facilities Sidewalk on east side of Valley View Rd Previous Work Crosswalk installed in 2024 TSC recommends no action per City's Pedestrian Crossing Policy. Section C Traffic Safety Committee recommends further study Section D Requests handled by Traffic Safety Coordinator D1. A complaint about vegetation blocking a stop sign at W 42nd St and France Ave. City staff was able to trim vegetation to improve the visibility of the sign. D2. A submission was made for a pedestrian crossing sign not working properly at W 70th St and northbound Normandale Rd. MnDOT staff was notified of the issue, and it was resolved. D3. A tree branch was reported down near Wilryan Ave and W 66th St. City staff removed the branches from the street. Section E Requests referred to Police for targeted enforcement Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). None Page 10 of 16 Item Report March 26, 2026 Transportation Commission Item Number: 6.2 Department: Public Works Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Title: 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates Action Requested: None. Information/Background: Commissioners will provide updates on the status of current 2026/2027 work plan initiatives (unless an item is elsewhere on the current agenda). See attached work plan progress report. Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). 1. 2026/2027 Work Plan Progress Report Page 11 of 16 Page 3 Transportation Commission 2026-2027 Work Plan 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 traffic calming and other speed and volume mitigation measures and recommends their implementation when appropriate. Owner: Andrew Scipioni %# Status Pending 67 2 On Track 33 1 Continued SEMAP Task Force Participation The Commission will continue to appoint Commissioners to represent the Transportation Commission's perspectives in the Safe and Equitable Mobility Action Plan (SEMAP) working group. This ongoing participation ensures that the Commission provides continuous input as SEMAP progresses, merging the Cityʼs current transportation-related plans (e.g., Safe Routes to School, Living Streets, Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan) into one streamlined action plan. Owner: Andrew Scipioni Initiative Type Project Target Completion Date Q4- 2027 Leads Bildsten, Wright Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on Oct 23, 2025 05:00:01 Commission received an update at tonightʼs meeting. Staff is planning to meet with Hennepin Countyʼs staff to discuss their safety action plan. Commission Name 1.7 Progress 17% Initiative 1.7.1 Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 On Track Progress 50% Council Charge 2: Review & Comment Page 12 of 16 Page 4 Traffic Safety Standards/Warrants Review and Playbook for decision making and resident communication The Commission will conduct a critical review of existing design standards and decision-making processes (e.g. for traffic control devices like 2-way vs. 4-way stops) to ensure they effectively meet the lived experience needs of residents and contribute to a safer transportation network. Emphasis on local traffic management policies set by the city - pedestrian crossing, dynamic display speed signs, speed bumps, etc. Owner: Andrew Scipioni Initiative Type On-going / Annual Target Completion Date Q4 - 2026 Leads Rosen, Brown, Lewis Initiative 1.7.2 Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Status Pending Progress 0% Council Charge 4: Review & Decide Page 13 of 16 Page 5 Innovative Traffic Calming Solutions and "Toward Zero Deaths" Pilots Program (with Seasonal Adaptations) Expanding on previous research into quick-build solutions, the Commission will investigate a broader range of innovative and context-sensitive traffic calming measures and roadway design strategies from other municipalities, with a strong emphasis on solutions that align with the "Toward Zero Deaths" (TZD) initiative. Recognizing Edina's cold, snowy environment, the research will specifically explore seasonal adaptations for traffic calming, drawing inspiration from cities like Helsinki, Finland. This includes examining approaches such as temporary summer street transformations to prioritize active transportation, and winter-specific strategies like tailored snow removal practices that inherently encourage slower speeds or dedicated winter cycling infrastructure maintenance. The goal is to identify measures that effectively improve safety for all road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists), reduce cut- through traffic in residential areas, and contribute to Edina's "Living Streets" principles and greenhouse gas reduction goals. The Commission will then propose potential pilot projects for specific areas within Edina, focusing on high-risk locations or areas with documented safety concerns, considering both warm and cold weather applications. Owner: Andrew Scipioni Initiative Type On-going / Annual Target Completion Date Q4- 2027 Leads Olson, Bildsten, Lassig Initiative 1.7.3 Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 Status Pending Progress 0% Council Charge 3: Review & Recommend Page 14 of 16 Item Report March 26, 2026 Transportation Commission Item Number: 7.1 Department: Public Works Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Title: Transportation Projects Update Action Requested: None. Information/Background: Quarterly, staff will provide a brief update on current and upcoming transportation projects in and around Edina. Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). None Page 15 of 16 Item Report March 26, 2026 Transportation Commission Item Number: 7.2 Department: Public Works Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Title: 2026 Meeting Dates Action Requested: None. Information/Background: The Commission's next regular meeting is Thursday, April 16 at 6pm at Edina City Hall. The regular meeting dates for the remainder of the year are: • April 16 • May 28 • June 18 • July 16 • August 20 • September 17 • October 22 • November 19 • December 17 Supporting Documentation: Documents marked with "Board Portal" do not meet ADA Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (URL) and are not included in the public packet. To request a board portal document, please submit a data request (URL). None Page 16 of 16