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Transportation Commission Meeting Agenda
August 20, 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. Special Recognitions and Presentations
6.1. Commissioners Bracken and Lassig
6.2. NACTO Designing Cities Conference
7. Reports/Recommendations
7.1. Traffic Safety Report of July 28, 2026
7.2. 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates
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8. Staff Comments
8.1. 2026 Meeting Dates
9. Chair and Member Comments
10. Adjournment
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Item Report
August 20, 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 July 26, 2026 meeting.
Information/Background:
See attached draft minutes.
Supporting Documentation:
1. Draft Minutes: July 16, 2026
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
City Hall Community Room
July 16, 2026
1. Call to Order
Chair Wright called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
2. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Bildsten, Bruhschwein, Davidson, Lewis, Lukens, Olson, Rosen, Vandelist,
Wright
Absent: Commissioner Bracken, Lassig
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni
3. Approval of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Bruhschwein to amend
the agenda to include a discussion item about the Wooddale Avenue bike lane project. All voted aye.
Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Vandelist and seconded by Commissioner Wright to amend the
agenda to include a discussion item about future bike improvement projects on Interlachen Boulevard
and Vernon Avenue. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rosen 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 Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Bruhschwein to approve the
Jun 18, 2026 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
5. Community Comment
Mark Epple testified about the Wooddale Avenue bike lane project. Epple requested that the City provide
evidence to justify the safety concerns and the negative impact to adjacent property owners.
Ann Kassid, W 54th St & Wooddale Avenue, testified about the Wooddale Avenue bike lane project. Kasid
requested that the Commission review the ramifications of this project.
Joanne Patterson, 4218 Sunnyside Road, testified about the Wooddale Avenue bike lane project. Patterson
spoke about the negative impact new bike lanes on Wooddale Avenue in St. Louis Park have had on safety and
traffic patterns.
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Hunter, Concord Terrace, testified about Item A3 on the Traffic Safety Report of June 30, 2026. Hunter noted
that on-street parking is only an issue for 15 minutes a day and that there is no reason to eliminate parking.
6. Reports/Recommendations
6.1. Traffic Safety Report of June 30, 2026
The Commission reviewed and commented on the recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee.
Item A3: Parking restrictions on Concord Terrace
Motion was made by Commissioner Davidson and seconded by Commissioner Rosen to
recommend that City Council direct staff to review other options aside from full school day
parking restrictions.
Motion was made by Commissioner Davidson and seconded by Commissioner Vandelist to
amend the motion to include the following statement: “The Commission’s feedback is
supportive of residents’ position but recommends a more prescriptive window for parking
prohibition by investigated by staff.” All voted aye. Motion carried.
All voted aye. Amended motion carried.
6.2. Wooddale Ave Bike Lane Project Discussion
The Commission discussed the Wooddale Avenue bike lane project.
Motion was made by Commissioner Wright and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to approve
the advisory communication as drafted.
Ayes: Bildsten, Bruhschwein, Davidson, Lewis, Lukens, Olson, Vandelist, Wright
Nays: Rosen
Motion carried.
6.3. Street Reconstruction Discussion
Planner Scipioni provided information on the City’s Proactive Pavement Management Program and future
street reconstruction schedule.
6.4. Interlachen and Vernon Bike Facilities Improvements
The Commission discussed future bicycle projects on Interlachen Boulevard and Vernon Avenue.
Motion was made by Commissioner Rosen and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to email
Direct of Public Works Chad Millner in support of protected, separated bike lanes for the
Interlachen Boulevard and Vernon Avenue roadway improvements scheduled for 2027. All voted
aye. Motion carried.
6.5. 2026/2027 Work Plan Updates
1. Safe and Equitable Mobility Action Plan Participation – No update.
2. Traffic Safety Standards – Staff provided historic traffic safety reports, committee is reviewing and
classifying resident feedback.
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Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
3. Innovative Traffic Calming Solutions – Committee is putting together a spreadsheet for
solutions that are available and will identify locations for implementation.
7. Staff Comments – Received.
7.1. 2026 Meeting Dates
The Commission’s next regular meeting is Thursday, August 20 at 6pm at Edina City Hall.
8. Chair and Member Comments – Received.
9. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner Wright and seconded by Commissioner Bruhschwein to adjourn
the July 16, 2026 regular meeting at 8:26p.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 1 7
SEAT NAME
1 Wright, Grant 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 100%
2 Davidson, Scott 1* 1 1 1 4 80%
3 Bildsten, Roger 1 1* 1 1 1 1 1 7 100%
4 Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 86%
5 Rosen, Adam 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 86%
6 Lukens, Laura 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
7 Olson, Bethany 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 100%
8 Bruhschwein, Taylor 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
9 Vandelist, Jake 1 1 1* 1 1 5 100%
10 Lassig, Augie (s) 1 1* 2 29%
11 Bracken, Logan (s) 1 1 1 3 43%
* Attended remotely
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Item Report
August 20, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 6.1 Department: Public Works
Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Title: Commissioners Bracken and Lassig
Action Requested:
None.
Information/Background:
Commissioners Bracken and Lassig's terms on the Commission will expire following this meeting. The
City thanks them for their service.
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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Item Report
August 20, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 6.2 Department: Public Works
Item Activity: Information Prepared By: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Title: NACTO Designing Cities Conference
Action Requested:
None.
Information/Background:
Minnesota GreenCorps Member Meaghan Hager-Garman will provide a recap of sessions attended at
the National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) Designing Cities Conference in May
2026.
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 (Board Portal)
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Item Report
August 20, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 7.1 Department: Public Works
Item Activity: Discussion Prepared By: Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Item Title: Traffic Safety Report of July 28, 2026
Action Requested:
Review and comment on the recommendations of the Traffic Safety Committee.
Information/Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action 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 July 28, 2026
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Staff Report
Date: August 20, 2026
To: Transportation Commission
From: Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Subject: Traffic Safety Report of July 28, 2026
Information/Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on July 27. The Traffic Safety Coordinator,
Engineering/Public Works Director, Assistant City Planner, Public Works Coordinator 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 September 1 meeting.
Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action
B1. Speed complaints on W 62nd St between Valley View Rd and France Ave
Description Residents noting vehicles traveling fast in both directions to enter Pamela Park.
ADT 2,789 (July 2026)
85% Speed 35.4 MPH (2026)
Crashes Seven since 2016
Past & Future
Work
W 62nd St reconstructed in 2018
SEMAP Safety
Priority
High safety priority
Staff recommends no action. W 62nd St will be considered for a permanent dynamic speed display sign.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. Two requests were received for one-sided parking restrictions on Morningside Rd, west of France Ave. The Living
Streets Plan allows two-sided parking on streets wider than 27’. No action is recommended.
D2. A neighbor was concerned with impacted sight lines on Warden Ave looking on Tracy Ave. All sight lines were
reviewed and all vegetation in the area was outside of enforceable action.
D3. A resident near the curve of Melody Lane requested a tree to be trimmed to improve sight lines. Despite the tree
impacting sight lines, stopping distances are not impacted and the tree is not extending into the roadway. No action
needed.
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Memo
D4. Tree limbs were reported down on Oak Dr. Parks and Recreation Maintenance staff removed the limbs.
D5. Many sight line complaints submitted within City right of way and at intersections of private residences. The
appropriate parties were notified, and vegetation was improved where required.
D6. A request to use the mobile speed display sign on Valley View Rd between Hwy 100 and Wooddale Ave. The sign
will be installed temporarily in August.
D7. A request for traffic signals at Xerxes Ave (Hennepin County Rd 31) and W 64th St. Hennepin County reviewed
data and found warrants were not met. Edina and Hennepin County will continue discussions on safety improvements as
this area is classified as a ‘very high’ priority in the SEMAP Roadway Safety Priority Network.
D8. A request for street lighting at the intersection of Vernon Ave and Killarney Lane to improve visibility for non-
vehicular users. The requestor was advised to submit a petition.
Section E: Items referred to Edina Police for enforcement
E1. An online complaint included e-bike users who did not follow proper safety measures.
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Item Report
August 20, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 7.2 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 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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Item Report
August 20, 2026
Transportation Commission
Item Number: 8.1 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, September 17 at 6pm at Edina City Hall.
The regular meeting dates for the remainder of the year are:
• 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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