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Transportation Commission Meeting Agenda
June 18, 2026, 6:00 PM
Edina City Hall, Community Room, 4801 W. 50th St.
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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. 2025 PACS Fund Annual Report
6.2. Traffic Safety Report of May 26, 2026
6.3. 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates
7. Staff Comments
7.1. Transportation Projects Update
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7.2. 2026 Meeting Dates
8. Chair and Member Comments
9. Adjournment
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Item Report
June 18, 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 draft minutes of the May 28, 2026 meeting.
Information/Background:
See attached draft minutes.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Draft Minutes: May 28, 2026
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
City Hall Community Room
May 28, 2026
1. Call to Order
Chair Wright called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Bildsten, Bruhschwein, Lewis, Lukens, Olson, Rosen, Wright
Late: Commissioner Vandelist
Absent: Commissioner Davidson, Bracken, Lassig
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni, Traffic Safety Coordinator Nick Bauler
Commissioner Vandelist arrived at 6:09.
3. Approval of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to approve the
agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
4. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Bruhschwein to approve the
April 16, 2026 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
5. Community Comment
Sylvie Hyman from St. Louis Park attended to learn about how the Transportation Commission operates.
Hyman is a transportation advocate interested in starting a similar commission in St. Louis Park.
Will Maddry testified about their experience commuting to Edina from Minneapolis via bike and transit. Madry
expressed disappointment that the France Ave pedestrian underpass project was discontinued and interest in
seeing improvements to the city’s transportation system.
Abby Malkerson, 6312 St. Johns Ave, testified about Item A2 on the Traffic Safety Report of April 28, 2026.
Malkerson is supportive of changing the yield signs to stop signs and noted that the neighborhood also
submitted a petition.
Linda Sherman, 5209 Wooddale Ave, testified about the Wooddale Ave bike lane project. Sherman expressed
concern that removing on-street parking on Wooddale Ave would create an unsafe situation as the side
streets are narrower and do not have sidewalks.
David Frenkel testified about ADA compliance related to the pedestrian bridges over Highway 100, the
Grandview Pedestrian Bridge and other projects. Frenkel suggested that the City focus on fixing existing
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
infrastructure rather than building new assets.
6. Special Presentations
6.1. 2025 Traffic Safety Summary Report
Traffic Safety Coordinator Nick Bauler presented the 2025 Traffic Safety Summary Report for review and
comment.
6.2. Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan Progress Report
Liaison Scipioni presented a progress report on the implementation of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master
Plan.
7. Reports/Recommendations
7.1. Traffic Safety Report of April 28, 2026
The Commission reviewed and commented on the recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee.
7.2. 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates
1. Safe and Equitable Mobility Action Plan Participation – Adopted by City Council on May 5.
2. Traffic Safety Standards – No update.
3. Innovative Traffic Calming Solutions – Commissioners spoke to City Councilmembers about a
potential project on France Avenue following the conclusion of the underpass project.
8. Staff Comments – Received.
8.1. Wooddale Ave Bike Lane Project Update
Liaison Scipioni provided an update on the Wooddale Ave bike lane project.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rosen and seconded by Commissioner Lewis to approve the
advisory communication as drafted. All voted aye. Motion carried.
8.2. Safe Routes to School Application Discussion
The Commission discussed assisting the City with a planning grant application through MnDOT's Safe
Routes to School program
8.3. 2026 Meeting Dates
The Commission’s next regular meeting is Thursday, June 18 at 6pm at Edina City Hall.
9. Chair and Member Comments – Received.
10. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to adjourn the May
28, 2026 regular meeting at 9:08p.m. All voted aye. Motion carried.
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE
J F M A M J J A S O N D # of Mtgs Attendance %
Meetings 1 1 1 1 1 5
SEAT NAME
1 Wright, Grant 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
2 Davidson, Scott 1* 1 2 67%
3 Bildsten, Roger 1 1* 1 1 1 5 100%
4 Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 4 80%
5 Rosen, Adam 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
6 Lukens, Laura 1 1 1 3 100%
7 Olson, Bethany 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
8 Bruhschwein, Taylor 1 1 1 3 100%
9 Vandelist, Jake 1 1 1* 3 100%
10 Lassig, Augie (s) 1 1* 2 40%
11 Bracken, Logan (s) 1 1 2 40%
* Attended remotely
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Item Report
June 18, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 6.1 Department: Public Works
Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Title: 2025 PACS Fund Annual Report
Action Requested:
Review and comment on the 2025 Annual PACS Fund Report.
Information/Background:
The PACS Funds available in 2025 were $1,828,443. This includes $106,439 in rollover funds from 2024.
Approximately $555,397 will be deducted from the current (2026) PACS Fund budget. $2,383,840 (130%)
of available funds were spent on PACS-related projects and items in 2025 (an increase of
approximately $900,505 or 61% from 2024). About 1.5 miles of new pedestrian and bicycle facilities were
installed in 2025 using the PACS Fund (the same as 2024). See attached staff 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. 2025 PACS Fund Report
2. 2025 PACS Fund Summary Table (Board Portal)
3. 2025 PACS Fund Projects Map (Board Portal)
4. 2026-2027 PACS Fund Projects (Board Portal)
5. Staff Presentation (Board Portal)
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Date: June 18, 2026
To: Transportation Commission
From: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Subject: 2025 Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Report
Information / Background:
The PACS Funds available in 2025 were $1,828,443. This includes $106,439 in rollover funds from 2024.
Approximately $555,397 will be deducted from the current (2026) PACS Fund budget. $2,383,840
(130%) of available funds were spent on PACS-related projects and items in 2025 (an increase of
approximately $900,505 or 61% from 2024). About 1.5 miles of new pedestrian and bicycle facilities
were installed in 2025 using the PACS Fund (the same as 2024). Table 1 shows a breakdown of all
related expenditures in 2025. Detailed project costs and locations are shown in the attached summary
table and project map.
PACS Project Type Cost Percentage
New Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities $ 1,073,724 45.0%
Maintain Existing Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities $ 40,995 1.7%
Final Payments for Previous Projects $ 296,187 12.4%
Total Construction: $ 1,410,906 59.1%
Professional Services $ 814,529 34.2%
Promotional Activities $5,617 0.2%
Other (maintenance, supplies, etc.) $ 10,449 0.5%
Transportation Planner Salary and Benefits $ 142,339 6.0%
Total Administrative: $ 972,934 40.9%
Total 2024 PACS Expenditures: $ 2,383,840 100.0%
Table 1: 2025 PACS Fund Expenditures
While most of the costs shown are actual construction costs, some are estimated based on pending final
payments to contractors.
Attached:
2025 PACS Fund Summary Table
2025 PACS Fund Projects Map
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
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Franchise Fees =1,566,383.88$
Intergovernmental (Grants) =-$
Other =155,619.74$
2024 PACS Fund Rollover =106,439.51$
1,828,443.13$
Category Project Location Map
Key
Approx. LF of
New Facility Notes Cost % of
Expenditures
Vernon Avenue shared-use paths Interlachen Blvd to Grange Rd A 2,491 Vernon Avenue and Highway 100 Interchange 100,000.00$
Presidents sidewalk, shared-use paths B 4,331 Presidents A/B roadway reconstruction 347,350.87$
France Ave sidewalk W 60th St to W 62nd St C 1,260 625,566.10$
Edina Liquor Store bike racks 5013 Vernon Ave D 3 units 807.00$
Final payments on 2024 projects 296,186.63$
Sidewalk Inspection Program DeepWalk sidewalk inspection software 3,500.00$
Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons Eden Ave, W 62nd St, Braemar Blvd E Concrete bases, electrical equipment, signage 32,259.94$
Mobile dynamic display speed sign 5,235.40$
Safe & Equitable Mobility Action Plan development Alliant Engineering 100,456.08$
Bolton & Menk 133,270.50$
Barn Intertec 14,722.00$
Snow Kreilich Architects 17,453.00$
Bolton & Menk 485,446.00$
Braun Intertec 14,086.80$
France Ave sidewalk W 62nd St to Hwy 62 Bolton & Menk 40,482.00$
Wooddale Ave bridge Minnehaha Creek SEH 330.98$
Interlachen Blvd shared-use path Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr SEH 1,919.69$
W 66th St sidewalk Ridgeview Dr to Josephine Ave Braun Intertec 820.50$
Final payments on 2024 projects Braun Intertec 5,541.00$
E-bike safety campaign Sidewalk stickers, social media ads, flyers 4,546.72$
Bike bells 455.00$
Bike lights 615.76$
Other Internal services (I.T., equipment maintenance)10,449.04$ 0.4%
Staff One full-time employee (direct and indirect labor costs)Transportation Planner 142,339.25$ 6.0%
Total =2,383,840.26$ 100.0%
8,082 Rollover to 2026 Budget =(555,397.13)$
Professional
Services 34.2%
Rosland Park pedestrian bridge Hwy 62
Promotion 0.2%
Revenue2025 Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Expenditures
2025 PACS Budget =
57.5%Construction
Maintenance 1.7%
France Ave sidewalk W 60th St to W 62nd St
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2026-2027 PACS Fund Projects
2026
Project Limits Category Notes
Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Pedestrian/
Bicycle
W 72nd St shared-use path Cornelia Dr to France Ave Pedestrian/
Bicycle
Roadway reconstruction
project
Parklawn Ct sidewalk Parklawn Ave to cul-de-sac Pedestrian Roadway reconstruction
project
France Ave sidewalk W 62nd St to Hwy 62 Pedestrian
Wooddale Ave bike lanes Wooddale Ln to Valley View
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Bicycle Bituminous overlay
project
50th & France bike racks Bicycle
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Olinger Blvd sidewalk Vernon Ave to Villa Way Pedestrian ARTS project
Interlachen Blvd shared-use path Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr Pedestrian/
Bicycle
Roadway reconstruction
project
W 69th St bike lanes France Ave to York Ave Bicycle Bituminous overlay
project
Vernon Ave Multi-Modal
Improvements
Eden Ave to Interlachen Blvd Pedestrian/
Bicycle
Hennepin County cost
share grant
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EdinaMN.gov
2025 Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund
Summary Report
June 18, 2026
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Agenda
•PACS Fund overview
•2025 Expenditures
•2025 Projects
•2026-2027 Projects
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PACS Fund Overview
•Approved in 2012
•Revenue from utility
franchise fees
(~$1.5M annually)
•Used exclusively for
non-motorized
transportation network
improvements
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2025 Expenditures
•$1,828,443 available
•$2,383,840 spent on PACS items (45% on new facilities)
PACS Project Type Cost Total Percentage
New Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities $ 1,073,724 45.0%
Maintain Existing Pedestrian & Bicycle Facilities $ 40,995 1.7%
Final Payments for Previous Projects $ 296,187 12.4%
Total Construction:$ 1,410,906 59.1%
Professional Services $ 814,529 34.2%
Promotional Activities $5,617 0.2%
Other (maintenance, supplies, etc.)$ 9,069 0.4%
Transportation Planner Salary & Benefits $ 126,497 6.0%
Total Administrative:$ 972,934 40.9%
Total 2025 PACS Expenditures: $ 2,383,840 100.0%
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2025 Projects
A.Vernon Avenue/Highway 100 interchange
project
-Interlachen Blvd to Grange Rd
-Shared-use paths, curb ramps, APS pushbuttons
B.Presidents A/B roadway reconstruction
-Washington Ave,Belmore Ln shared-use paths
-Monroe Ave sidewalk
-Curb extensions
C.France Ave sidewalk
-W 60th St to W 62nd St
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2025 Projects
D.Edina Liquor Store bike racks
-3 units
E.RRFB equipment
-Eden Ave/Grandview Sq
-Braemar Blvd/mountain bike trail crossing
-W 62nd St/Pamela Park
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2026 Projects
•Rosland Park pedestrian bridge replacement
•W 72nd St shared-use path
•Cornelia Dr to France Ave
•Trunk sanitary sewer rehabilitation project
•Parklawn Ct sidewalk
•Parklawn Ave to cul-de-sac
•Roadway reconstruction project
•Wooddale Ave bike lanes
•Wooddale Ln to Valley View Rd
•Bituminous overlay project
•France Ave sidewalk
•W 62nd St to Hwy 62
•Sidewalk Inspection Program
•50th & France bike racks
•10 units to date
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2027 Projects
•Olinger Blvd sidewalk
•Vernon Ave to Villa Way
•Active Routes to School project
•Interlachen Blvd shared-use path, bike lanes
•Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr
•Roadway reconstruction project
•W 69th St bike lanes
•France Ave to York Ave
•Bituminous overlay project
•Vernon Ave multi-modal improvements
•Eden Ave to Interlachen Blvd
•Shared-use paths, road diet
•Hennepin County cost-share project
•Sidewalk Inspection Program
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Item Report
June 18, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 6.2 Department: Public Works
Item Activity: Discussion Prepared By: Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Item Title: Traffic Safety Report of May 26, 2026
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 further study on one item. See
attached staff 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. Traffic Safety Report of May 26, 2026
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Staff Report
Date: June 18, 2026
To: Transportation Commission
From: Nick Bauler
Subject: Traffic Safety Report of May 26, 2026
Information/Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on May 26. The Traffic Safety
Coordinator, Engineering/Public Works Director, Police Sargeant and Traffic Safety Specialist were in attendance for this
meeting.
On each of the items, persons involved have been contacted and the staff recommendation has been discussed with
them. They were informed that if they disagree with the recommendation or have additional facts to present, they can
submit correspondence to the Transportation Commission and/or to City Council prior to the July 21 meeting.
Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends action
A1. Request for Share the Road sign on Valley View Rd
Description Resident concerned with the gap between bike facilities between
McCauley Trail, Valley View Road and Hwy 169 Frontage Road.
AADT 3,043 (2023)
Crashes One at each end of segment of concern.
Previous Work McCauley was overlaid in 2025
Current Facilities Standard bike lanes on Valley View end at McCauley.
Sidewalks end on both ends of segment.
Proposed
Facilities
A shared-use path is proposed along McCauley.
Safe & Equitable
Mobility Action
Plan
This roadway is not on the Roadway Safety Priority Networks.
Staff recommends a Share The Road signs along McCauley Trail and
Hwy 169 frontage road.
Valley View Rd at McCauley Tr
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Memo
A2. Request for Accessible parking near Rosland tennis/pickleball courts
Description With high-use of courts off W 64th St, a request for an
accessible parking spot is requested.
ADT 238 (2012)
85% Speed 24.4 MPH (2012)
Crashes One eastbound vehicle ran-off-road DUI.
Miscellaneous Rosland Bridge to be replaced *soon*
Safe & Equitable
Mobility Action
Plan
This roadway is not on the Roadway Safety Priority Networks.
Staff recommends adding one accessible parking space on W 64th St during the Rosland pedestrian
bridge project.
A3. Request to increase crosswalk treatment at Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave
Description Continued complaints and petition about lack of traffic stopping for pedestrians
and added flashers can better inform drivers of users intending to cross.
AADT 7,260 (2024)
Crashes None reported in past ten years.
Bike & Ped
Crosses
61 Bike and Pedestrian crosses in one day
Peak hour of 12 crosses (7:30-8:30 AM)
Crossing Distance 35’ – two travel and two bike lanes.
Past & Future
Work
Interlachen was overlaid in 2019.
Interlachen is anticipated a 2021 reconstruction,
Crosswalk Policy Policy recommends current treatment: in-street markings with road-side signs.
Safe & Equitable
Mobility Action
Plan
This intersection is identified as Very High Priority on the Roadway Safety
Priority Networks.
Staff recommends adding Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons in coordination with the anticipated 2027
Interlachen Blvd street reconstruction project. Staff have already added advanced crosswalk warning
signs and an in-street crossing sign to increase crossing safety.
Rosland Park Tennis and Pickleball Courts
Crosswalk at Interlachen Blvd and Vandervork Ave
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Memo
Section C: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends further study
C1. Review street parking on Sherwood Road
Description Resident on Pinewood is requesting to remove 2-hour
parking restrictions on Sherwood to allow clinic employees
street parking, instead of parking on Pinewood Tr.
Current Parking Parking restricted on west side (enacted in 1993), with 2-
hour restrictions on east side.
ADT 506 (2007)
Crashes None reported in past ten years.
Future Work Sherwood overlay in 2026.
Street Width 29’, measured aerially (Living Streets allows two-sided
parking).
Miscellaneous Clinic policy restricts workers from parking in parking lot.
Police respond frequently to six-hour restriction ordinance
on Pinewood.
Safe & Equitable
Mobility Action
Plan
This roadway is identified as High Priority on the Roadway
Safety Priority Networks.
Staff needs further study of street parking history in the
district and relevant safety countermeasures.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. Many requests submitted for added traffic control on W 66th St at West Shore. All-way stops, signals and
roundabouts were reviewed and not recommended. Staff will add W 66th to the list for the portable speed display sign
to raise speed awareness.
D2. A complaint submitted regarding a car parked in accessible parking space without proper identification. The
requestor was notified to contact non-emergency police for enforcement.
D3. Requests for crosswalk over Vernon Ave at Schaefer Rd. The request was sent to Hennepin County staff for
review.
D4. Complaints made of trash bins placed I the bike lane within the 5200 block of Blake Rd. The Health Division sent a
notice to the home owner of proper trash placement.
D5. A request for all-way stop controls on both sides of Gus Young Ln due to congestion from HWY 100 bridge
project detours. Added stops are not warranted and may lead to further congestion or unsafe movements.
D6. A driver request a Do Not Block Driveway sign in front of entrance to 6500 France Ave. The driver was
encouraged to speak to the building management for such signage.
D7. A staff member at a daycare center on W 42nd St requested a school sign to be replaced following a recent street
reconstruction project in the area. Upon review the sign was still in place.
Sherwood Road in Grandview District
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Memo
D8. Requests for the speed display sign on Blake Rd near Mirror Lake and Valley View Rd near Edina High School. These
locations were added to the display sign list.
D9. A resident requested speed bumps on Sunnyside Alley between Grimes Ave and Wooddale Ave. City staff
requested feedback of adjacent properties when the pavement was rehabilitated in 2024. The majority of properties
were not in favor of the speed bumps and were not installed.
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Item Report
June 18, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 6.3 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
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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
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Status Pending 33 1
On Track 33 1
Completed 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, Davidson
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on May 28, 2026 05:00:01
City Council adopted final plan May 5.
Commission Name 1.7 Progress 42%
Initiative 1.7.1
Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 Completed Progress 100%
Council Charge 2: Review & Comment
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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, Lewis, Lukens
Initiative 1.7.2
Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 Status Pending Progress 0%
Council Charge 4: Review & Decide
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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, Vandelist, Bruhschwein, Lassig
Update provided by Andrew Scipioni on May 28, 2026 05:00:01
Commissioners spoke to City Councilmembers about a potential project on
France Avenue following the conclusion of the underpass project.
Initiative 1.7.3
Jan 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2027 On Track Progress 25%
Council Charge 3: Review & Recommend
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Item Report
June 18, 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:
Staff will provide an update on transportation-related 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).
1. Staff Presentation
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City Projects
Vernon Ave/Hwy100
Interchange (2025-2026)
•Ribbon cutting ceremony
Thurs, Jun 25, 2pm
•Expected to open to traffic
Fri, Jun 26
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
vernon-hwy100
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City Projects
Prospect Knolls A/C/D
Reconstruction (2026)
•Construction started in May
•Project divided into 3 phases
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
prospect-knolls
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City Projects
Parklawn Ct Reconstruction
(2026)
•New sidewalks on both sides
•Contract awarded, no start date yet
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
parklawn-court
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City Projects
W 72nd St Improvements
(2026)
•First segment of South Trunk Sanitary
Sewer project
•Cornelia Dr to France Ave
•New shared-use path on south side
•Contract awarded, no start date yet
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
72nd-street-improvements
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City Projects
France Ave sidewalk (2026)
•W 62nd St to Hwy 62
•Contract awarded, no start date yet
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City Projects
Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge
(2026-2027)
•Wed, Jun 24
•WB on-ramp at Valley View Rd
closed for 120 days
•W 64th St near pickleball court
closed until further notice
•10 pm Fri, Jun 26 through 5am Mon, Jun
29, Hwy 62 closed in both direction to
remove existing bridge
•Detour: Hwy 100, I-494, I-35W
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City Projects
Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge
(2026-2027)
•MnDOT providing funding to install
portion of noise wall in 2026
•Remainder of noise wall and TH62
auxiliary lane will be built in 2028
•New bridge placed late Oct-early Nov
•More info at https://www.bettertogether
edina.org/rosland-park-bridge
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City Projects
Wooddale Ave Bike Lane Project(2026)
•Wooddale Ln to Valley View Rd
•Staff report available online
•5 options under consideration
•One-way bike lanes
•Two -way bike lanes
•Existing configuration
•Council decision July 21
•More info at https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/wooddale-avenue-bike-lanes
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City Projects
Railroad Crossing Safety Study
(2026)
•Presented to Council 6/16
•Five public crossings,none meet minimum
requirements for quiet zone establishment
•Some crossings are spaced to allow
establishment of separate quiet zones
•Improvement costs range from $1.4M -$3.5M
per zone
•No funding sources identified
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City Projects
Vernon Ave Multi-Modal
Improvements (2027)
•Eden Ave to Interlachen Blvd
•Reduce to two lanes, install 10’
shared-use paths on both sides
•Received $500,000 cost-share grant
from Hennepin County
•Seeking Met Council Regional
Solicitation funding for additional
project scope
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City Projects
Interlachen Blvd
Reconstruction (2027)
•Blake Rd to Mirror Lakes Dr
•Proposed shared-use path (Twin
Loops segment)
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.
org/interlachen-blvd
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City Projects
Rolling Green Reconstruction
(2027)
•No proposed pedestrian/bicycle
facilities
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
rolling-green
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City Projects
Wooddale Ave Bridge (2029)
•Replace bridge, expand cross section
to provide sidewalks and bike lanes
•Seeking Met Council Regional
Solicitation and MnDOT Local
Bridge Replacement funding
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org
/wooddale-avenue-bridge-
project?tool=news_feed#tool_tab
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City Projects
Bike Rack Program (ongoing)
•Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund
•10 units added at W 50th St and Halifax
Ave
•Working with 50th &France Business
Association to add more this year
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Other Agency Projects
MnDOT I-494 Project I (2023-2026)
•W 78th St closed between Computer Ave and Johnson Ave through Jun
•EB closed between I-35W and Hwy 77 overnight Tue, Jun 23 –Wed, Jun 24
•WB closed between I-35W and Hwy 77 overnight Wed,Jun 24 –Thu Jun 25
•More info at https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i494edina-
richfield/index.html
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Other Agency Projects
Hennepin County Repaving (2026)
•York Ave, W 69th to W 76th St
•SB right turn lane removed at Parklawn Ave
•Curb extensions added at Parklawn Ave
•Ped crossing at Parklawn Ave upgraded to
HAWK beacon
•France Ave, W 44th to W 51st St
•https://www.hennepin.us/en/residents/transp
ortation/road-maintenance
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Other Agency Projects
MnDOT I-494 Project 2 (2027-2030)
•E-ZPass lanes between Hwy 169 and Hwy 100
•E-ZPass lanes between I-35W and Hwy 77
•More info: https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/projects/i494edina-
richfield/index.html#project2
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Other Agency Projects
MnDOT TH62 Auxiliary Lane
(2028)
•Widen WB shoulder to create
dedicated lane to NB Hwy 100
•Noise walls constructed on
•North side from W 62nd St to Valley
View Rd
•South side along EB on-ramp
•More info at
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/pr
ojects/hwy62edina/index.html
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Other Agency Projects
MnDOT TH62 Noise Wall
(2031)
•North side, France Ave to Xerxes
Ave
•More info at
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/metro/pr
ojects/hwy62edina/nbi.html
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Private Redevelopment
4200 W 76th St
•Proposed Salvation Army retail store and warehouse
•Zoning ordinance amendment, rezoning and site plan
review approved by Council 6/16
•More info at https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/sketch-
plan/news_feed/4200-w-76th-street-salvation-army
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Private Redevelopment
6016 Vernon Ave
•Proposed electric vehicle charging
stations
•Comp Plan amendment, variance, site
plan denied by Council 6/2
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
sketch-plan/news_feed/6016-vernon-
ave-s-ionna-electric-vehicle-charging-
station
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Private Redevelopment
5780 Lincoln Dr
•Proposed Kwik Trip gas station
•Requires Comp Plan amendment,
rezoning, multiple variances
•Council sketch plan review 11/18
•Applicant withdrew proposal
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Private Redevelopment
7600 Parklawn Ave
•Proposed two 1125-150-unit senior
apartments
•Requires multiple variances, site plan
review
•Council sketch plan review 4/21
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/sket
ch-plan/news_feed/7600-parklawn-avenue-
senior-apartments
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Private Redevelopment
5201 Grandview Ln
•Proposed 4-unit townhome
•Requires Comp Plan amendment,
rezoning, multiple variances
•Council sketch plan review 5/5
•More info at
https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/
sketch-plan/news_feed/5201-
grandview-lane-townhomes
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Item Report
June 18, 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, July 16 at 6pm at Edina City Hall.
The regular meeting dates for the remainder of the year are:
• 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
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