HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-05-16 Meeting PacketAGENDA
CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
COMMUNITY ROOM
May 16, 2013
6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Meeting of April 25, 2013
V. COMMUNITY COMMENT
During "Community Comment," the Transportation Commission will invite residents to share relevant issues
or concerns. 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. Generally speaking, items that are elsewhere on
tonight's agenda may not be addressed during Community Comment. Individuals should not expect the Chair
or Commission Members to respond to their comments tonight. Instead, the Commission might refer the
matter to staff for consideration at a future meeting.
VI. REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
A. Prioritization of Sidewalk Projects
B. Hazelton Road Improvements
C. Traffic Safety Committee Report of May 1, 2013
D. Living Streets Policy Update
E. Updates
i. Student Member
Bike Edina Task Force - April 11, 2013 Minutes
iii. Living Streets Working Group
iv. Transportation Options Working Group
v. Communications Committee
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Agenda / Edina Transportation Commission
May 16, 2013
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A. Correspondence relating to transportation issues.
VIII. CHAIR AND COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
IX. STAFF COMMENTS
X. ADJOURNMENT
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 72 hours in
advance of the meeting.
SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS/DATES/EVENTS
Thursday May 16 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday June 20 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Tuesday July 16 City Council and ETC Workshop 5:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday July 18 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Thursday August 15 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday September 19 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday October 24 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Thursday November 21 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday December 19 Regular ETC Meeting 6:00 PM COMMUNITY ROOM
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OIKE
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Bike Edina Task Force: News & Meeting Outcomes
April 11, 2013
Purpose: The Bike Edina Task Force (BETF) meets to serve citizens and partner with City staff
and elected officials to promote bicycle improvements in Edina for education, encouragement,
infrastructure, enforcement, and ongoing assessment. We support implementation of the
approved City of Edina Comprehensive Bicycle Transportation Plan that serves all levels of
bicyclists, connects key destinations including safe routes to schools, and integrates with the
Twin Cities' regional bike network. Our vision is a progressive bicycle-friendly community
where citizens can integrate cycling into their daily lives.
Time & Location: BETF monthly on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 8 p.m. in the Mayor's
Conference Room at Edina City Hall. For questions contact Peter Kelley, Chair. Guests are
welcome.
Distribution: BETF, guests, City Manager, City Engineer, Edina Police BETF Liaison Sgt.
Timothy Olson, and Mayor & City Council. Also Dianne Plunkett Latham to post for the Edina
Energy and Environment Commission and Ned Nelson of the Hennepin County Bicycle
Advisory Committee
• Present: Peter Kelley, Rob Erickson, Sally Dunn, Brad Schaeppi, Donald Eyeberg,
Jennifer Janovy, Tom Randall, Larry Olson, Ellen Jones, Lori Richman,
• Absent: Marty Mathis, Kirk Johnson, Carl Follstad
• Guests: Tim Sudeith
• Recorded by: Peter Kelley
1. Bike Rodeo – This year's rodeo will be Saturday April 27th at Cornelia Elementary
from 10-12. Similar to last year's set up. Larry made another call for volunteers.
Police will be there with speed sign as well as bike shop representatives(hoigaards?)
to check out participants bikes.
2. Walk/Bike to School Day May 8—Brad contacted representative of Concord school
who organized their bike to school day last year. It was successful due to advertising/
communications and teacher support. The group proposed trying to help other area
schools organize. It was decided to target Southview Middle School. Peter will
contact Principal Beth Russell. It was also suggested that specific 'safe' routes to
school could be identified and perhaps manned with BETF members on the 8th.
3. Meeting Time — The monthly meetings will now run from 7:30pm —9:00pm.
4. Safe Routes to School(SRS)—Jennifer reported that Bloomington Public Health has
hired consultants to analyze SRS issues in Edina. The school district has not been
involved with the project to this point.
5. Lake Edina Path — Ellen reported that the park board voted against a plan to
construct a pathway in the Lake Edina park area. They felt they didn't know enough
about the issue and that it had not gone through the appropriate channels in the city.
Numerous members stated that such a path would be a very good addition to the city
infrastructure, connected two areas that are currently difficult to bike between. Such a
trail would also be a key connector to the 9 Mile Creek Trail. Jennifer agreed to bring
the issue up to the Transportation Commission(ETC).
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION
To: Edina Transportation Commission
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering
Date: May 16,2013
Subject: Living Streets Policy Update
Action Requested:
Review and comment on proposed draft of the Living Streets Policy.
Agenda Item #: VI. D.
Action 0
Discussion
Information
Information / Background:
Attached is a proposed draft of the Living Streets Policy. Assistant City Manager, Karen Kurt will be
presenting the draft policy and overall "roll-out" to other Boards and Commissions as well as internal staff.
Attachments:
Proposed Living Streets Policy
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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
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Living Streets Policy
Introduction
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 and the principles and plans that will guide implementation.
The Living Street Policy ties directly to key community goals outlined in the City’s 2008 Comprehensive Plan.
Those goals include safe walking, bicycling and driving, reduced storm water runoff, reduced energy
consumption, and promoting health. The Living Streets Policy also compliments voluntary City initiatives such the
“do.town” effort related to community health, and the Tree City USA and the Green Step Cities programs related
to sustainability. In other cases, the Living Street Policy will assist the City in meeting mandatory requirements set
by other agencies. For example, the Living Streets Policy will support the City’s Storm Water Pollution Prevention
Plan which addresses mandates established under the Clean Water Act.
The Living Streets Policy provides the framework for a Living Streets Plan. The Living Streets Plan will address how
the Policy will be implemented by providing more detailed information on street design, traffic calming, bike
facilities, landscaping and lighting, as well as best practices for community engagement during the design
process. Lastly, supporting plans such as the Bicycle Plan, Active Routes to Schools, Sidewalk Priority Plan and the
Capital Improvement Plan will help to identify which projects are priorities with respect to this Policy.
Living Streets Vision
Edina is a place where...
• Transportation utilizing all modes is equally safe and accessible;
• Residents and families regularly choose to walk or bike;
• Streets enhance neighborhood character and communit y identity;
• Streets are inviting places that encourage human interaction and physical activity;
• Public policy strives to promote sustainability through balanced infrastructure investments;
• Environmental stewardship and reduced energy consumption are pursued in public and
private sectors alike; and
• Streets support vibrant commerce and add to the value of adjacent land uses.
Living Streets Principles
The following principles will guide implementation of the Living Streets Policy. The City will incorporate
these principles when planning for and designing the local transportation network and when making
land use decisions.
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All users and all modes
The City will plan, design, and build high quality transportation facilities that meet the needs of
the most vulnerable users (pedestrians, cyclists, children, elderly, and disabled) while enhancing
safety and convenience for all users, and providing access and mobility for all modes.
Connectivity
• The City will design, operate, and maintain a transportation system that provides a highly
connected network of streets that accommodate all modes of travel.
• The City will seek opportunities to overcome barriers to active transportation. This includes
preserving and repurposing existing rights-of-way, and adding new rights-of-way to enhance
connectivity for pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit.
• The City will prioritize non-motorized improvements to key destinations such as public
buildings, public transit, the regional transportation network and commercial areas.
• The City will require new developments to provide interconnected street and sidewalk
networks that connect to existing or planned streets or sidewalks on the perimeter of the
development.
• Projects will include consideration of the logical termini by mode. For example, the logical
termini for a bike lane or sidewalk may extend beyond the traditional limits of a street
construction or reconstruction project, in order to ensure multimodal connectivity and
continuity.
Application
• The City will apply this Living Streets Policy to all street projects including those involving
operations, maintenance, new construction, reconstruction, retrofits, repaving, rehabilitation,
or changes in the allocation of pavement space on an existing roadway. This also includes
privately built roads, sidewalks, paths and trails.
• The City will act as an advocate for Living Street principles when a local transportation or land
use decision is under the jurisdiction of another agency.
• Living Streets may be achieved through single projects or incrementally through a series of
smaller improvements or maintenance activities over time.
• The City will draw on all sources of transportation funding to implement this Policy and
actively pursue grants, cost sharing opportunities and other new or special funding sources
as applicable.
• All City departments will support the vision and principles outlined in the Policy in their
work.
Exceptions
Living Streets principles will be included in all street construction, reconstruction, repaving, and
rehabilitation projects, except under one or more of the conditions listed below. City staff will document
proposed exceptions as part of the project proposal.
Exceptions:
• A project involves only ordinary maintenance activities designed to keep assets in serviceable
condition, such as mowing, cleaning, sweeping, spot repair, concrete joint repair, or pothole
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filling, or when interim measures are implemented on a temporary detour. Such maintenance
activities, however, shall consider and meet the needs of bicyclists and pedestrians.
• The City exempts a project due to an excessively disproportionate cost of establishing a
bikeway, walkway, or transit enhancement as part of a project.
• The City determines that the construction is not practically feasible or cost effective because of
significant or adverse environmental impacts to waterways, flood plains, remnants or native
vegetation, wetlands, or other critical areas.
Design
The City will develop and adopt guidelines as part of the Living Streets Plan to direct the planning,
funding, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of new and modified streets, sidewalks,
paths and trails. The guidelines will allow for context-sensitive designs.
The City’s design guidelines will:
• Keep street pavement widths to the minimum necessary.
• Provide well-designed pedestrian accommodation in the form of sidewalks or shared-use
pathways on all arterial and collector streets and on local connector streets as determined by
context. Sidewalks shall also be required where streets abut a public school, public building,
community playfield or neighborhood park. Termini will be determined by context.
• Provide frequent, convenient and safe street crossings. These may be at intersections designed
to be pedestrian friendly, or at mid-block locations where needed and appropriate.
• Provide bicycle accommodation on all primary bike routes.
• Allocate right-of-way for boulevards.
• Allocate right-of-way for parking only when necessary and not in conflict with Living Streets
principles.
The design guidelines in the Living Streets Plan will be incorporated into other City plans, manuals,
rules, regulations, and programs as appropriate. As new and better practices evolve, the City will
update the Living Streets Plan.
Context Sensitivity
Although many streets look more or less the same, every street is a unique combination of its
neighborhood, adjacent land uses, natural features, street design, users, and modes. To accommodate
these differences, the City will:
• Seek input from stakeholders;
• Design streets with a strong sense of place;
• Be mindful of preserving and protecting natural features, such as waterways, trees, slopes, and
ravines;
• Be mindful of existing land uses and neighborhood character; and
• Coordinate with business and property owners along commercial corridors to develop vibrant
commercial districts.
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Benchmarks and Performance Measures
The City will monitor and measure its performance relative to this Policy. Benchmarks demonstrating
success include:
• Every street and neighborhood is comfortable place for walking and bicycling;
• Every child can walk or bike to school safely;
• Seniors, children, and disabled people can cross all streets safely and comfortably;
• An active way of life is available to all;
• There are zero traffic fatalities or serious injuries;
• No unfiltered street water flows into local waterways; storm water volume is reduced; and
• Retail streets stay or become popular regional destinations.
The City will draw on the following data to measure performance. Additional performance measures may
be added as this Policy is implemented.
• Number of crashes or transportation-related injuries reported to the Police Department.
• Number and type of traffic safety complaints or requests.
• Resident responses to transportation related questions in resident surveys.
• Resident responses to post-project surveys.
• The number of trips by walking, bicycling and transit (if applicable) as measured before and
after the project.
• Envision ratings from the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure.
• Speed statistics of vehicles on local streets.
Implementation
The goal of this Policy is to define and guide the implementation of Living Streets principles on every
street in Edina, as applicable. Several steps still need to be taken to reach this goal. The first step will
be to develop a Living Streets Plan to guide the implementation of the Policy. The Plan will:
• Identify and implement standards or guidelines for street and intersection design, universal
pedestrian access, transit accommodations, and pedestrian crossings;
• Identify and implement standards or guidelines for streetscape ecosystems, including
street water management, urban forestry, street furniture, and utilities;
• Identify regulatory demands and their relationship to this Policy (ADA/PROWAG, MPCA,
MNMUTCD, MnDOT state aid, watershed districts);
• Define the process by which residents participate in street design and request Living Streets
improvements; and
• Define standards for bicycle and pedestrian connectivity to ensure access to key public, private
and regional destinations.
Additional implementation steps include:
• Communicate this Policy to residents and other stakeholders; educate and engage on an
ongoing basis;
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• Update City ordinances, engineering standards, policies and guidelines to agree with this
Policy;
• Inventory building and zoning codes to bring these into agreement with Living Streets
principles as established by this Policy;
• Update and document maintenance policies and practices to support Policy goals;
• Update and document enforcement policies and practices to ensure safe streets for all modes;
• Incorporate Living Streets concepts in the next circulation of the City’s general plans
(Comprehensive Plan, Bicycle Plan, Safe Routes to School Plan, etc.);
• Incorporate Living Streets as a criteria when evaluating transportation priorities in the Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP);
• Review and update funding policies to ensure funding sources for Living Streets projects; and
• Coordinate with partner jurisdictions to achieve go als in this Policy.
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION
To: Edina Transportation Commission
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering
Date: May I 6, 20 13
Subject: Hazelton Road Improvements
Action Requested:
Review and comment on proposed Hazelton Road Improvement.
Agenda Item #: VI. B.
Action 111
Discussion 121
Information [11
Information / Background:
Attached is a proposed layout for the Hazelton Road Improvement. This project was initiated by the
proposed redevelopment of the Byerly's site. The improvement includes the following:
• Reducing lanes from four to three (two at roundabout), from France Avenue to east of the
Promenade.
• Change the Byerly's westerly access on Hazelton Rd to a right-in / right-out.
• Change the westerly entrance to the shopping center located on the northerly side of Hazelton Rd
(Rue De France) to a three-quarter access.
• Combine the easterly entrance of Rue De France with the Guitar Center's entrance.
• Construct a single lane roundabout at the combined Rue De France and Guitar Center entrances.
The roundabout will also connect to the Byerly's development and the property located to the
northeast of the Byerly's development.
• Continue the two lane reduction through the Promenade crossing to provide a safer pedestrian and
bike crossing.
Staff and the development team have been studying the access points to the Byerly's redevelopment since
last July when Byerly's came forward with a redevelopment plan. Traffic was analyzed to see if Hazelton Rd
could sustain four lane to three (two at roundabout) lane reduction. The current ADT is 7,600 vehicles per
day and the projected 2030 ADT is 9,000 vehicles per day, including the proposed redevelopment in the
area. Therefore a reduction of lanes will not affect the level of service along Hazelton Rd. A traffic signal
was studied at the easterly entrance, however, a traffic signal would not meet warrants at this time and the
roadway footprint would increase due to the addition of turn lanes. All four property owners have worked
with the City and development team and are in agreement with the proposed layout.
A right-in / right-out onto France Ave, between the Macy's Home Store and the Byerly's site, is a condition
of the preliminary approval for this project. As you know France Ave is a Hennepin County roadway. The
County is requiring the westerly entrance of Byerly's, along Hazelton Rd, be reduced to a right-in / right-
out; this is due to the proximity of this access to France Ave. The County is also requiring that the access
from 72nd St W to France Ave be reduced to a three-quarter access; this is to prevent vehicles from exiting
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the Byerly's development from the new right-in / right-out on France Ave to not travel across France Ave to
72nd St W.
Staff is hosting a public informational meeting on May 20 and a public hearing is proposed for June 4 to
coincide with the final approval of the Byerly's Development. The funding for this project is from the
Centennial Lakes TIF District and is included in a cost share with the developer.
A feasibility study is being prepared by the engineering firm WSB and Associates and will not be available for
Thursday nights ETC meeting. WSB will present this roadway project at the ETC meeting.
Attachments:
Proposed Layout of Hazelton Rd
Proposed median of France Ave
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REPORT / RECOMMENDATION
To: Edina Transportation Commission
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering
Date: May 16, 20 13
Subject: Prioritization of Sidewalk Projects
Agenda Item #: VI. A.
Action
Discussion
Information LI
Action Requested:
Review and recommend to the City Council a priority list of sidewalks, including which sidewalk should
be constructed in 2013.
Information / Background:
The new Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund will have approximately $400,000 for sidewalk or bike facilities
in 2013. At the April 18 ETC meeting, I introduced seven sidewalk projects that staff is currently preparing
feasibility studies. We have not identified which project should be constructed first. In the future, we will
be able to rely on an updated sidewalk plan and policy along with the Living Streets Implementation plan.
Staff is suggesting using the following guidance to prioritize the construction of these projects:
I. Sidewalks in road reconstruction project areas.
2. Sidewalks abutting significant private development that can be funded (in whole or part) by the
private developer.
3. Sidewalks on streets with demonstrated safety issues for pedestrians.
4. Sidewalks that abut a public school, public building, community playfield, or neighborhood park.
5. Sidewalks on identified active routes to schools, parks, or commercial destinations or on transit
routes.
6. Missing segments of sidewalk along minor arterials.
7. Missing segments of sidewalk along collectors (one side minimum).
8. Sidewalks funded in whole or in part by grants or other agencies.
The first four projects listed below have draft feasibility studies (attached). The next project has been
estimated but a draft feasibility study has not been done. The last two projects do not have estimates or
draft feasibility studies yet.
• School Rd — from Normandale Rd to School Rd along 60th St W, along School Rd from 60th St W to
Concord Ave; $310,000.
• 42nd St W — from Oakdale Ave to France Ave; $440,000.
• W Normandale Frontage Rd — from Benton Ave south to Clover Ridge; $190,000.
• Xerxes Ave — from 60th St W to 56th St W; $480,000.
• Interlachen Blvd — from Mirror Lakes Dr to Vernon Ave; $700,000.
• E Normandale Rd - from 70th to 66th.
• Cornelia Ave / West Shore Dr / Dunburry Ln — between 70th St W and 66th St W.
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Below is a table that could be utilized to prioritize the sidewalk projects.
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6 Missing segments of sidewalk along minor
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collectors (one side minimum). x x
8 Sidewalks funded in whole or in part by
grants or other agencies.
Staff is requesting that the ETC prioritize the above projects. The list will then be submitted to the City
Council. Once the City Council makes a decision regarding which project to move forward with, staff will
begin the public engagement process for the project to be constructed this summer. The Xerxes Ave
project is the only project that has had public engagement to date.
Attachments:
Feasibility Studies for School Rd, 42nd St W, W Nornnandale Rd, and Xerxes Ave Sidewalk Projects.
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Options A and B for the W.
60th Street and School Road
Sidewalk Project from
Normandale Road to Concord
Avenue are shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1. Project
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CITY OF EDINA
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
WEST 60TH STREET AND SCHOOL ROAD
FROM NORMANDALE ROAD TO CONCORD AVENUE
MAY 22, 2012
SUMMARY:
PROJECT MAP:
Option A
Option A is the installation of sidewalk from Normandale Road to Concord
Avenue along 60th Street and School Road. The total estimated project cost is
$312,000. Based on our sidewalk policy and the location of the sidewalk, funding
for this project will come from a combination of special assessments, City funds
and Independent School District 272 (ISD 272) funds. The project cost will be
split at 25%, 25%, and 50% between ISD 272, the City, and residents,
respectively. The project would be completed during the 2012 construction
season.
Option B
Option B is the installation of sidewalk along School Road between Ruth Drive
and Concord Avenue. The total estimated project cost is $118,000. Special
assessments would not be part of this option. The project cost would be split
evenly between ISD 272 and City of Edina at 50% each. The project would be
completed during the 2012 construction season.
Staff believes either option would be cost effective and feasible to create a safe
pedestrian link to Concord Elementary.
Feasibility Study
School Road Sidewalk Improvement No. S-108
May 22, 2012
INITIATION 8, ISSUES: The City Council directed the Engineering Department to do a feasibility study on
the proposed sidewalk along the West 60th Street and School Road. The City's
2008 Comprehensive Plan Update indicates the need for a sidewalk along this
section of roadway (Attachment A and B).
Staff Issues
The following are existing features that were used in determining the feasibility of
the project and are addressed in this report:
O Existing trees and landscaping
O Steep driveways and yards
O Safety of residents and children
O Defined school walking zone
O Project cost and source of funding
EXISTING CONDITIONS: The road is approximately 31-feet wide and the right-of-way for the majority of
the roadway is 50-feet. The existing roadway is a bituminous surface with
concrete curb and gutter.
An existing sidewalk extends along the west side of the Concord Avenue from
Southview Lane down to Valley View Road (Photo 1).
Photo 1. Northwest Corner of School Road and Concord Avenue
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Feasibility Study
School Road Sidewalk Improvement No. 5-108
May 22, 2012
An existing sidewalk extends along Normandale Road from Benton Avenue to
Concord Avenue (Photo 2).
Photo 2. Northeast Corner of Normandale Road and West 60th Street
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: Sidewalk Style
A 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk was selected as the minimum width needed for
plowing by Public Works. A 4-foot grass boulevard will separate the existing curb
from the proposed sidewalk (Photo 3). The separation from the vehicle traffic
creates a more pedestrian friendly environment and allows the utility poles to
remain in place.
Currently there is concrete curb and gutter and the sidewalk will be constructed
with little disturbance to the existing concrete curb and gutter.
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Feasibility Study
School Road Sidewalk Improvement No. 5-108
May 22, 2012
Photo 3. Boulevard Style Sidewalk
Location of Sidewalk
The north side of both West 60th Street and School Road and the east side of
School Road were selected as the preferred alignment based on available right-
of-way and proximity to Concord Elementary School for both options.
Option A
The proposed sidewalk would connect to the existing sidewalks at the
intersections of School Road and Concord Avenue and the intersection of
Normandale Road and W. 60th Street. The slope of the boulevard area along
West 601h Street and School Road, will require the use of lannon stone retaining
walls.
Option B
The proposed sidewalk would connect with the existing sidewalk at the
intersection of School Road and Concord Avenue. The slope of the boulevard
area along School Road, will require the use of lannon stone retaining walls.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
8, EASEMENTS:
1111AINTENANCE
OF SIDEWALK:
This project utilizes the existing City owned right-of-way and potentially may need
to acquire some temporary construction easements to construct the proposed
sidewalk.
Per City Council policy, the Edina Public Works Department will maintain a
school zone sidewalk, including snow removal.
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Feasibility Study
School Road Sidewalk Improvement No. S-108
May 22, 2012
FEASIBILITY: The City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update has laid out a plan for future
sidewalks and the proposed sidewalk along School Road is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
Staff believes the construction of either option is cost effective and feasible to
create a safe pedestrian link along West 601h Street and School Road.
PROJECT COSTS: Option A
The total estimated project cost is $312,000. The total cost includes indirect costs
of 15% for engineering and clerical costs and 7.5% for first year finance costs.
Funding for this project will come from a combination of special assessments,
City funds and ISD 272 funds (See Table 1). For additional funding information
see the Sidewalk Finance Policy (Attachment C).
Option A Percentage $ Amount
Sidewalk Cost Participation:
City of Edina 25% $78,000
ISD 272 25% $78,000
Special Assessment 50% $156,000
Total Project: $312,000
Table 1. Option A Estimated Project Cost Participation
Option B
The total estimated project cost is $118,000. Special assessments would not be
part of this option. Funding for this project will come from a cost split between
ISD 272 and City of Edina at 50% each (See Table 2).
Option B Percentage $ Amount
Sidewalk Cost Participation:
City of Edina 50% $59,000
!SD 272 50% $59,000
Total Project: $118,000
Table 2. Option B Estimated Project Cost Participation
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Feasibility Study
School Road Sidewalk Improvement No. 5-108
May 22, 2012
ASSESSMENTS:
PROJECT SCHEDULE:
Nikiarliadlyillita.sed on the option aP.Pr —"TrurrIS.9.142aZatZtions A and
B
The following schedule is feasible from an Engineering standpoint:
Informational Meeting/Open House Mid June, 2012
Receive Feasibility Report/Order Public Hearing July, 2012
Public Hearing August, 2012
Bid Opening Early September, 2012
Award Contract Early September, 2012
Begin Construction Late September 2012
Complete Construction .Late October 2012
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Sidewalk Facilities Figure 7.10 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
B. Bicycle Facilities Figure 7.11 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
C. Sidewalk Finance Policy
D. Overall Project Map
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Pmeased School /
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FUTURE SIDEWALK FINANCING POLICY
CITY OF EDINA
INTRODUCTION:
The City of Edina is experiencing a need to review the financing of future sidewalks and
pathways through-out the City. This need came about from recent requests for
sidewalks along Maple Road and from Edina School District. This report covers a very
aggressive future sidewalk plan and will be included in this year's City Comprehensive
Plan. The following describes the thought-process and potential funding mechanisms
for these future sidewalks and pathways.
PURPOSE:
Determine preliminary costs to install sidewalks and pathways within the City. Analyze
potential financing policy to fund sidewalks.
PROCESS:
All sidewalk requests are and will continue to be "petition initiated" with the exception of
State-Aid reconstruction routes.
PROPOSED SIDEWALK REQUIREMENTS:
Currently sidewalks and pathways follow many collector and arterial streets within the
City. City staff analyzed the existing pedestrian ways using the following criteria to
propose new sidewalks and pathways:
• Identify all existing sidewalks within the City.
• Identify all retail business walking zones within the City.
• Identify all park walking zones within the City.
• Identify all public schools walking zones within the City.
• Identify all public transit facilities within the City.
• Identify all proposed State-Aid funded sidewalks.
Edina School District currently uses a 0.7 mile walking zone policy for elementary
schools and 1 mile walking zone for middle and senior high schools. Staff also used the
0.7 mile radius walking zones for all retail business centers, parks, and public
elementary schools along with the one mile walking zone radius for middle and senior
high schools.
Sidewalks and pathways are proposed for both regional type loops and for destination
type walks. The regional loops would allow a pedestrian to circle any one of the four
quadrants of the City; typically these routes are found along State-Aid Streets. The
destination type walks would allow a person living within any of the above walking zones
to access these destinations from their residences.
Sidewalks and pathways within the City are divided into the following four categories:
State-Aid sidewalks and pathways are located adjacent to Municipal State-
Aid Streets (MSAS) and are funded from MSAS funds.
School Zone sidewalks and pathways are identified by the City and Edina
School District and are located within the identified school walking zones.
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Destination Zone sidewalks and pathways are typically located along roadways
that are geographically a link between two existing systems and adjacent to a
roadway that carries over 750 vehicles per day.
Local / Low Volume Street Zone sidewalks and pathways are any sidewalks or
pathways that do not meet any of the above definitions.
FINANCING:
Financing of the proposed sidewalks can be separated into four categories:
1. State-Aid Costs that cover any proposed sidewalk located adjacent to a State-
Aid designated roadway.
2. Public School Zone Costs that will be split between City funds, School funds, and
Special Property Assessments.
3. Destination Zone Costs that will be split between City funds and Special Property
Assessments.
4. Local / Low Volume Street Zone Costs will be financed through Special Property
Assessments.
Special property assessment policy will be reviewed per each individual project. The
City Council will have the discretion to order a project assessed on a per adjacent lot
basis, per local area assessment, or a combination of both.
City staff recommends the following percentages be used for financing these sidewalks
and pathways. The Edina School District staff was given this information last July along
with a proposed sidewalk - pathway map. However, due to the individual school Site
Councils schedules City staff has not received their comments.
STATE-AID COSTS
ENTITY
STATE-AID
PERCENT OF COST
100
SCHOOL ZONE COSTS
ENTITY PERCENT OF COST
CITY 25
SCHOOL 25
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 50
DESTINATION ZONE COSTS
ENTITY PERCENT OF COST
CITY 25
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 75
LOCAL / LOW VOLUME STREET ZONE COSTS
ENTITY PERCENT OF COST
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS 100
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These percentages would translate into the following costs:
ENTITY TOTAL COST 10-YR AVERAGE
STATE-AID $2,261,000.00 $226,000.00
CITY $495,000.00 $50,000.00
SCHOOL $250,000.00 $25,000.00
SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS $1,114,000.00 $111,000.00
TOTAL $4,120,000.00 $412,000.00
CONCLUSION:
The City sidewalk funding policy entails a cost split for any proposed sidewalk that is
located on a street with Average Daily Traffic of over 750 vehicles within the City. Any
proposed sidewalk located on a State-Aid route will be financed through State-Aid
financing. Any proposed sidewalk located within a public school walking zone will have
a cost split between the Residences, School, and City.
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:n FEASIBILITY STUDY - S47
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
WEST 42nd STREET FROM FRANCE AVENUE TO OAKDALE AVENUE
INCLUDING PORTIONS OF CROCKER, GRIMES, AND ALDEN AVENUES
AND SCOTT TERRACE
MAY 23, 2012
The estimated project cost is $435,000. Based on our sidewalk policy and the
location of the sidewalk, funding for this project will come from a combination of
City funds and special assessments. The project cost will be split between the
City (25%) and residents (75%). The project would be completed during the
2012 construction season. Staff believes the project is cost effective and feasible
to create a safe pedestrian link between France Avenue and the City of St. Louis
Park.
The West 42nd Street Sidewalk Project from France Avenue to Oakdale Avenue
including portions of Crocker, Grimes, and Alden Avenues and Scott Terrace
(Figure 1).
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SUMMARY:
PROJECT MAP:
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May. 2012
Feasibility Study
West 42n° Street Sidewalk Improvement No. S47
May 23, 2012
INITIATION & ISSUES: The City Council directed the Engineering Department to do a feasibility study on
the proposed sidewalk along West 42nd Street from France Avenue to Oakdale
Avenue. The City's 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update has a plan for future
sidewalks and bicycle facilities. The proposed sidewalk along West 42nd Street
including portions of Crocker, Grimes, and Alden Avenues and Scott Terrace are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan. (Attachment A & B).
Staff Issues
The following are existing features that were used in determining the feasibility of
the project and are addressed in this report:
• Existing fences and walls
• Existing trees and landscaping
• Existing utility poles and overhead utilities
• Existing fire hydrants
• Steep driveways and yards
• Safety of residents and children
• Traffic volumes ranging from approximately 1000 to 2000 vehicles per
day
• Project cost and source of funding
EXISTING CONDITIONS: The road is approximately 30-feet wide and the right-of-way for the majority of
the roadway is 50-feet. The existing roadway is a bituminous surface with
concrete curb and gutter.
Existing sidewalks extend from the south on Oakdale Avenue, Lynn Avenue,
Grimes Avenue, Alden Avenue, Scott Terrace, and France Avenue. An existing
sidewalk extends along the north side of 42nd Street between Grimes Avenue
and Alden Avenue in front of Weber Field and the Golden Years Montessori
(Photo 1).
Photo 1. Existing Sidewalk at Weber Field and Golden Years Montessori
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Feasibility Study
West 42na Street Sidewalk Improvement No. S47
May 23, 2012
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: Sidewalk Style
Staff is proposing a combination of 4-foot and 5-foot wide concrete boulevard
style sidewalks (Photo 2). The 5-foot wide concrete sidewalk will be constructed
along the east portion of 42nd Street from France Avenue to Grimes Avenue. It
will connect to the existing sidewalk along Weber Field.
The 4-foot wide concrete sidewalks will be constructed along the west portion of
42nd Street from Alden Avenue to Oakdale Avenue and south of 42nd Street.
The grass boulevard that separates the existing curb and gutter from the
proposed sidewalk will vary between 4-feet and 6-feet in width depending on
existing conditions. The separation from the vehicle traffic creates a more
pedestrian friendly environment and allows most of the utility poles to remain in
place.
Currently there is concrete curb and gutter and the sidewalk will be constructed
with little disturbance to the existing concrete curb and gutter.
Photo 2. Boulevard Style Sidewalk
Location of Sidewalk
The north side of West 42"1 Street was selected as the preferred alignment
based on the amount of potential conflicts along the south side with existing
retaining walls, steep slopes, landscaping, and trees and the ability to connect to
the existing sidewalk at Weber Field and the Golden Years Montessori School.
This project will install sidewalk along portions of Crocker Avenue, Grimes
Avenue, Alden Avenue, and Scott Terrace to connect to existing sidewalks.
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Funding Sources Percentage $ Amount
Sidewalk Cost Participation:
City of Edina 25% $108,750
Special Assessment (includes
Assessing City of Edina) 75% $326,250
Total Project: $435,000
Feasibility Study
West 42" Street Sidewalk Improvement No. S47
May 23, 2012
RIGHT-OF-WAY
& EASEMENTS:
MAINTENANCE
OF SIDEWALK:
PROJECT COSTS:
This project utilizes the existing City owned right-of-way. All proposed
improvements stay within this right-of-way and no additional easement
requirements are anticipated.
5-foot wide sidewalks are considered City sidewalk. Maintenance for City
sidewalks will be the responsibility of the City including snow removal. 4-foot
wide sidewalks are considered local sidewalks. Maintenance for local sidewalks
will be the responsibility of the residents including snow removal.
The total estimated project cost is $435,000. The total cost includes indirect
costs of 15% for engineering and clerical costs and 7.5% for first year finance
costs. Funding for this project will come from a combination of City funds (25%)
and special assessments (75%).
ASSESSMENTS: The assessmer4s.pre based on the City's sidewalk policy. Based on this policy
there are 78 residenfial'ectuiyaleat_vnits (REU). The estimated assessment per
REU is $4,200 (Figure 2):—The City is asS-etsed 5 REU's based on a comparable
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Feasibility Study
West 42n° Street Sidewalk Improvement No. S47
May 23, 2012
Proposed Assessment
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Improvement No: S47
1 REU - Estimated Assessment $3,925
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Existing Concrete Sidewalk
— Proposed Concrete Sidewalk
Engineering Dept May, 2012
Figure 2. Estimated Assessment Map
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Feasibility Study
West 42" Street Sidewalk Improvement No. S47
May 23, 2012
PROJECT SCHEDULE: The following schedule is feasible from an Engineering standpoint:
Informational Meeting/Open House Mid June, 2012
Receive Feasibility Report/Order Public Hearing July, 2012
Public Hearing August, 2012
Bid Opening Early September, 2012
Award Contract Early September, 2012
Begin Construction Late September 2012
Complete Construction .Late October 2012
FEASIBILITY: The City's 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update has a plan for future sidewalks and
bicycle facilities. The proposed sidewalk along West 42nd Street including
portions of Crocker, Grimes, and Alden Avenues and Scott Terrace are
consistent with the Comprehensive Plan (Attachment A).
Staff believes the construction of this project is cost effective and feasible to
create a safe pedestrian link along West 42nd Street and surrounding streets.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Sidewalk Facilities Figure 7.10 -2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
B. Bicycle Facilities Figure 7.11 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
C. Sidewalk Finance Policy
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Project Area
West Frontage Road Sidewalk
Improvement No: SI05
- Existing Bituminous Sidewalk
Existing Concrete Sidewalk
Proposed Stale-Aid Sidewalk
• Proposed Concrete Sidewalk
FEASIMITY STUDY S 106
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
NORMANDALE ROAD
FROM CLOVER RIDGE TO BENTON AVENUE
MAY 21, 2012
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The estimated project cost is $150,000. Funding for this project is from the
construction funds. No special assessments are part of this project. Construction
would be completed during the 2012 construction season. Staff believes the
construction of this project is cost effective and feasible to create a safe
pedestrian link along Normandale Road.
LOCATION: The Normandale Road Sidewalk Project runs along the west side of the
Normandale Road from Valley View Road north up to Benton Avenue. The
sidewalk would be located within City owned right-of-way. (See Figure 1)
Figure 1. Project Area Map
Feasibility Study
Normandale Road Sidewalk Improvement No. S-105
May 21, 2012
INITIATION & ISSUES: This project was initiated by a petition accepted by City Council on June 16,
2009. The petition was signed by 91 residents living in the surrounding
neighborhood. The City Council directed the Engineering Department to do a
feasibility study on the proposed sidewalk along Normandale Road from Clover
Ridge to Benton Avenue. The City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
has laid out a plan for future sidewalks and bicycle facilities and the proposed
sidewalk along Normandale Road is consistent with the Comp Plan. (Attachment
A and B)
Staff Issues
The following are existing features that were used in determining the feasibility of
the project and are addressed in this report: (Photo 1)
O Existing fences and walls
O Existing trees and landscaping
O Existing utility poles
O Steep boulevard slopes
O Connection to existing sidewalk north of Benton Avenue
O Safety of residents and children
Photo 1. Looking VVest at Normandale road and Valley View Road
EXISTING CONDITIONS: The road is approximately 25-feet wide with adequate right-of-way. The existing
roadway is a bituminous surface with concrete curb and gutter.
Existing sidewalks extend north to Eden Avenue, and west and east along
Benton Avenue from the intersection of Benton Avenue and Normandale Road.
The proposed sidewalk would connect to the existing sidewalks at the
intersection of Benton Avenue and Normandale Road. (Photos 2 and 3)
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Feasibility Study
Normandale Road Sidewalk Improvement No. 9-105
May 21, 2012
Photo 2. Looking South at Normandale road and Benton Avenue
Photo 3. Looking North at Norma ndale Road and Benton Aveune
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Feasibility Study
Normandale Road Sidewalk Improvement No. S-105
May 21, 2012
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: The Normandale Road Sidewalk Improvements consist of a 6-foot wide
bituminous sidewalk with a 5-foot grass boulevard to separate the existing curb
from the proposed sidewalk (Photo 4). The separation from the vehicle traffic
creates a more pedestrian friendly environment.
Currently there is concrete curb and gutter and the sidewalk will be constructed
with little disturbance to the existing concrete curb and gutter.
Photo 4. Boulevard Style Bituminous Sidewalk
RIGHT-OF-WAY
84 EASEMENTS: This project utilizes the existing City owned right-of-way. All proposed
improvements stay within this right-of-way and no additional easement
requirements are anticipated.
MAINTENANCE
OF SIDEWALK:
Per City Council policy, the Edina Public Works Department will maintain the
sidewalk, including snow removal.
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Feasibility Study
Normandale Road Sidewalk Improvement No. S-105
May 21, 2012
PROJECT COSTS:
The total estimated project cost is $150,000. The total cost includes indirect
costs of 15% for engineering and clerical costs and 7.5% for first year finance
costs. This is identified in the Capital Improvement Program. Funding for this
project is from the construction funds.
ASSESSMENTS: This project is funded by the City; therefore there is NO special assessment to
any property owners.
PROJECT SCHEDULE: The following schedule is feasible from an Engineering standpoint:
Informational Meeting/Open House Mid June, 2012
Receive Feasibility Report/Order Public Hearing Early July, 2012
Public Hearing Late July, 2012
Bid Opening Early August, 2012
Award Contract Late August, 2012
Begin Construction September 2012
Complete Construction October 2012
FEASIBILITY: The City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update has laid out a plan for future
sidewalks and the proposed sidewalk along Normandale Road is consistent with
the Comp Plan.
Staff believes the construction of this project is cost effective and feasible to
create a safe pedestrian link along Normandale Road.
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Sidewalk Facilities Figure 7.10 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
B. Bicycle Facilities Figure 7.11 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
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REVISED FEASIBILITY STUDY - S46
ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
CITY OF EDINA
SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS
XERXES AVENUE SIDEWALK BETWEEN WEST 56TH STREET AND WEST 60th STREET
MAY 24, 2012
SUMMARY: The estimated total project cost is $480,000. Funding for the entire project will come
from Municipal State Aid funds since Xerxes Avenue is County State Aid Road
(CSAH 31). A number of engineering challenges exist but these can be overcome
during design and construction of the sidewalk. The major challenge is getting
assistance from Excel Energy to relocate utility poles. The project could be completed
during the 2012 construction season. Staff believes the project is feasible to create a
safe pedestrian link along Xerxes Avenue.
LOCATION: The Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Project runs along the west side of Xerxes Avenue
from 561h Street to 60th Street, a distance of approximately 2500 feet (See Figure 1).
Project Area
Xerxes Ave Sidewalk
Improvement No: 546
- Existing Bituminous Sidewalk
- • Existing Concrete Sidewalk
Proposed State-Aid Sidewalk
- Proposed Concrete Sidewalk
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Feasibility Study
Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
Figure 1. Project Area Map
INITIATION & ISSUES:
EXISTING CONDITIONS:
The City Council directed the Engineering Department to do a feasibility study on the
proposed sidewalk along the west side of Xerxes Avenue from 56th Street to 60th
Street. The City's 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update has a plan for future sidewalks
and bicycle facilities. The proposed sidewalk along Xerxes Avenue is consistent with
the Comprehensive Plan. (Attachments A & B).
The following are existing features that were used in determining the feasibility of the
project and are addressed in this report:
O Missing segment of sidewalk between 56th Street and 60th Street on west
side of Xerxes Avenue
O Existing fences, walls, and out-walk sidewalks
O Right-of-way issues
O Steep slopes
O Existing trees and landscaping
O Safety of residents
O Snow removal
O Existing utility poles located within construction area
O Traffic volume between approximately 8,700 and 15,200 vehicles per day
The existing roadway is a Hennepin County Roadway (CSAH 31) and is a bituminous
surface with concrete curb and gutter, approximately 41 feet wide with a concrete
sidewalk that runs the full length on the east side of the roadway. The City of
Minneapolis is located along the east side of CSAH 31. The sidewalk on the west
extends both north of 56th Street and south of 60th Street along Xerxes Avenue (See
Photos 1 and 2).
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Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
Photo 1. North of 56th Street on Xerxes Avenue
Photo 2. South of 60th Street on Xerxes Avenue
The existing boulevard along the west side of Xerxes Avenue has locations of steep
boulevard grades, concrete stairs and sidewalks, lannon stone and block retaining
walls, large mature trees, utility poles, and fire hydrants (See Photos 3, 4, and 5).
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Photo 3. 5616 Xerxes Looking South on France Avenue
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Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
Photo 4. 5608 Xerxes Avenue looking South
Photo 5. 5740 Xerxes Avenue looking North
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Feasibility Study
Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
PROPOSED
IMPROVEMENTS: The Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvements would consist of a 5 foot wide concrete
walk with a 4 foot grass boulevard from 5e Street to 60th Street on the west side of
CSAH 31 (See Photo 6). There is existing concrete curb and gutter along Xerxes
Avenue and the sidewalk will be constructed with little disturbance to the existing
concrete curb and gutter.
Photo 6. Boulevard Style Sidewalk
There are four (4) utility poles that are located within the construction area that may
need to be either removed or relocated by Xcel Energy. In a few select cases, the
sidewalk may be adjusted to limit utility pole work.
Between 56th Street and 59th Street, there are approximately five (5) trees (elm, oak,
and box elder) ranging in diameter from 4" to 30" that will need to be removed (See
Photo 7).
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Feasibility Study
Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
Photo 7. 5628 Xerxes Ave - Tree Removal
Along the project there is a combination of a concrete out-walks, concrete staircases,
lannon stone retaining walls and steep boulevard areas. The existing concrete out-
walks, concrete staircases, and retaining walls will need to be adjusted, removed
and/or relocated within the right-of-way line (See Photos 8 and 9). In areas of steep
boulevard areas, new lannon stone retaining walls will be installed at the right of way
line.
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Feasibility Study
Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
Photo 8. 5740 Xerxes Ave — Retaining Wall Adjustment
RIGHT-OF-WAY
& EASEMENTS:
MAINTENANCE
OF SIDEWALK:
PROJECT COSTS:
ASSESSMENTS:
PROJECT SCHEDULE:
Photo 9. 5924 Xerxes Ave — Retaining Wall Installation and Concrete Stair
Adjustments
This project utilizes the existing County owned right-of-way that runs parallel to
Xerxes Avenue. The City will work closely with the County for all permits and
approvals. All proposed permanent improvements will stay within this right-of-way.
Temporary construction easements will be required to construct portions of the
lannon stone retaining walls, concrete out-walks, concrete stairs, and driveway
pavements.
The proposed sidewalk would be maintained by the City, including snow plowing and
associated general maintenance.
The total estimated project cost is $480,000. The total cost includes indirect costs of
15% for engineering and clerical costs and 7.5% for first year finance costs. Funding
for the entire project will come from Municipal State Aid funds since Xerxes Avenue is
a County State Aid Road.
Special assessments to the property owners are not part of this project.
The following schedule is feasible from an engineering standpoint with assistance
Excel Energy to relocate utility poles:
Informational Meeting/Open House Early June, 2012
Receive Feasibility Report/Order Public Hearing. Mid June, 2012
Public Hearing Mid July, 2012
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Feasibility Study
Xerxes Avenue Sidewalk Improvement No. S46
May 24, 2012
Bid Opening August, 2012
Award Contract Early September, 2012
Begin Construction Late September 2012
Complete Construction Late October 2012
FEASIBILITY:
ATTACHMENTS:
The City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update has laid out a plan for future
sidewalks and the proposed sidewalk along Xerxes Avenue is consistent with the
Comprehensive Plan.
A number of engineering challenges exist but these can be overcome during design
and construction of the sidewalk. The major challenge is getting assistance from
Excel Energy to relocate utility poles.
Staff recognizes the challenges but believes the construction of this project is
feasible, cost effective and necessary to create a safe pedestrian link along Xerxes
Avenue.
A. Sidewalk Facilities Figure 7.10 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
B. Bicycle Facilities Figure 7.11 - 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update
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MINUTES OF
CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
APRIL 25, 2013
6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL Answering roll call was members Bass, Braden, Franzen, Janovy, LaForce, Nelson, Sierks, and
Whited.
ELECTION OF CHAIR AND VICE-CHAIR
Director Houle called for nominations for chair. Member Janovy nominated chair Nelson and the
nomination was seconded by member Bass. Chair Nelson accepted the nomination. There being no other
nominations, the nomination was closed. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Member LaForce nominated member Bass for the vice-chair and the nomination was seconded by member
Franzen. Member Bass accepted the nomination. There being no other nomination, the nomination was
closed. All voted aye. Motion carried.
APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
Motion was made by member Franzen and seconded by member Bass to approve the meeting agenda.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF MAR. 21, 2013
The following corrections were made: page 3, Safe Routes to School, is completed but is concerned...;'
page 3, Chair and Commission Member Comments, 'She said, according to what she's read,...;' ...aware of
the administrative citation option;' page 4, 4th paragraph, '...she would be cautious of setting time limit...'
Motion was made by member Braden and seconded by member Bass to approve the revised minutes of
Mar. 21, 2013. All voted aye. Motion carried.
COMMUNITY COMMENT — None.
REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
Active (Safe) Routes to School Presentation
Ms. JoNette Kuhnau, associate with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc., presented an update on Active (Safe)
Routes to School. Ms. Kuhnau said they have been working on this project for Bloomington Public Health
since last year. She said Safe Routes or Active Routes to School encourages students to walk and bike, do it
safer and to make it an active part of their lifestyle. She said in the 1960's over 50% of students walked or
biked to school and now there are less than 15%, even when they live less than one mile from school. She
explained the benefits as improved health, students' behavior improved and so does their performance in
the classroom, and less congestion and pollution. This health initiative project is funded by the MN
Department of Health and there are also federal funds available that are administered by MNDOT for
planning purposes. The National Center for Safe Routes to School provides resources.
Ms. Kuhnau said they are working in Edina and Richfield to develop a comprehensive plan to prioritize
needs and create uniformity at all school sites and having a plan makes the school district and City eligible
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for funding and MNDOT needs to see a plan in place when funds are applied for. She said the plan
addresses education also since infrastructure changes alone is not enough to see changes in behaviors. To
establish baseline conditions, she said they look at the number of students that currently bike or walk; lives
within a half of mile to one mile of school to determine target audience; the entire infrastructure on school
sites and routes; and district policy for walking and biking to school. They also identify activities that are
already happening around walking and biking, e.g. Edina has a walk to school day in the fall.
Ms. Kuhnau said they will make short and long term recommendations around five categories: engineering
(infrastructure - sidewalk, bike facilities, bike racks, etc.), education and encouragement (parents/school
support), enforcement (drivers' behavior), and evaluation (what's most effective).
Data gathering in Edina includes a working group made up of Edina city and district staff, two members of
the ETC and Bloomington Public Health staff, and the group has had several meetings where they've
discussed data needs, challenges and overcoming them, etc. Ms. Kuhnau said they've collected various
maps from the City and the school district showing sidewalks, walking area, and has done site reviews for
Creek Valley, Cornelia, and Highlands Elementary Schools and the rest will be completed by May 2013.
Additionally, she said they've had meetings with all principals to learn about concerns at their specific site;
conducted student tally to see how students arrive at school (teacher tally during first hour).
The next step said Ms. Kuhnau in the data gathering process is a Parent Survey to determine attitude
towards walking/biking and to identify obstacles that they will need to overcome to encourage
walking/biking. The survey will be mailed to all families within the district and will also be available online.
As they wrap up the data gathering process and work towards finalizing a draft plan, Ms. Kuhnau said some
of the challenges and opportunities that they've seen in Edina are schools already have active and engaged
principals and parents (wellness initiatives and past participation in walk and bike events); over 150
students live in the walk zone; the City has plans for additional sidewalks and bike facilities; students may
live close to school but the direct route is long -- probably could get easements to shorten route, especially
in areas where students are already cutting thru; physical education curriculum; schools' liability concerns
(schools are not taking on increased liability because they are laying out a plan); bicycling on sidewalks is
not allowed in some communities but they make exceptions, for example, children 10 years or younger
can bike on sidewalks, and New York allows children 12 or younger or a 26" wheel diameter.
Discussion
• Why are there fewer walkers now? Because the number of vehicles per household has increased,
number of parents working outside the home, new schools are built further out of city centers, and
schools are on county highways.
• Will the comprehensive plan need to be updated annually? No required updates at this time.
• Will you be meeting with students to see why they do not walk/bike and how this could be
improved? Member Sierks said she is on the Student Council and thinks this would be a good idea.
No plans currently but this could be included. Member Bass agreed with member Sierks and also
suggested meeting with the district's Wellness Committee.
Lake Edina Pathway Proposal
Director Houle said this was brought to the Park Board by the Park and Recreation Department and the
Park Board voted it down. He said an ETC member requested adding this to the ETC agenda. The path is
from Parklawn Avenue to the cul-de-sac on Kellogg Avenue, on park land at Fred Richards Golf Course. He
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said two reasons for denial are that they are planning a study to develop a master plan for the course and
also planning to install a play structure at Lake Edina Park. City Council will be holding a public hearing on
May 7.
Member Janovy said she asked to add this to the agenda. She said they discussed it at the BETF meeting
with a Park Board member and it is in the Bike Plan as a primary route and in the CIP to be built in 2013.
She said it is a transportation path and it would serve the purpose as discussed above by Ms. Kuhnau. She
noted that there was a letter of support from a resident showing value to adults.
Discussion ensued about the relationship of the Three Rivers Trail to the path and it was determined that
the trail would not be impacted by the path.
Member Bass clarified that the project (trail and play structure) was not introduced and hosted by do.Town
as stated in staff's memo. She said it was the Family Resource Center that hosted the event after residents
expressed an interest and do.Town was in attendance to talk with residents. She agreed that there is a
need for moving people and serving neighborhoods and the path was cited by neighbors as a
transportation and recreational need.
Motion was made by member Janovy and seconded by member LaForce supporting the Lake Edina Park
Path and to write an advisory communication to the City Council expressing support for the reasons
stated tonight. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Traffic Safety Committee Report of Apr. 3, 2013
No comment.
Updates
Student Members — None.
Bike Edina Task Force
Received minutes of Mar. 13, 2013. Member Janovy said there will be a Bike Rodeo at Cornelia Elementary
School on April 27.
Living Streets Working Group
Chair Nelson said they are continuing to meet and their next meeting is scheduled for next Monday.
Transportation Options Working Group
Member Whited said she revised the advisory communication (Senior Transportation Option Study) and it
was forwarded to Director Houle to be included on the City Council's May 7 agenda.
Communications Committee — None.
CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
A. Correspondence relating to transportation issues
None.
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CHAIR AND COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
Member LaForce asked if the "Expect bid delays" sign on France Avenue was related to their France
Avenue Intersection Enhancement project. Director Houle said it is a County project that continued from
last year. Member LaForce asked how this project will impact the City's project. Director Houle said the
City's project will not have nearly the amount of delay like the County's project. Anticipated start date for
the City's project is early July and the County should be done with their project by this time.
Member LaForce asked what communication has taken place regarding Wooddale Avenue since it has been
approved for restriping. Director Houle said a letter was mailed to homeowners adjacent to Wooddale
Avenue explaining the City Council's decision. Member LaForce said they should consider educating the
public on how to drive on Wooddale with the new restriping. Member Janovy asked if staff received any
feedback from residents on the letter that was sent out explaining the new restriping plan and director
Houle said none have been received to date.
Chair Nelson asked if director Houle was aware of any other projects that the County or MNDOT is doing.
Director Houle said Minneapolis and the County are reconstructing Penn Avenue, north of the crosstown
and in July/August, the bridge will be closed for redecking.
Member Bass urged residents to complete the Parent Survey that was mentioned earlier. She asked
Director Houle to see if the City's communication staff could help to promote the Parent Survey.
Member Janovy asked for an update on Vernon Avenue. Director Houle said he is meeting with the County
on Tuesday to talk about the bike plan as Vernon is scheduled for a mill and overlay in Sept/Oct.
STAFF COMMENTS
France Avenue Intersection Enhancement Update — staff met the March 31st deadline and all submittals,
including easement acquisitions were approved by MnDOT. MnDOT is reviewing the final plans which could
take about three weeks and then the project will be advertised for bids. The first Urban Design meeting for
this project took place on April 22 and the plan is to schedule another meeting. Minutes from the first
meeting will be distributed.
Byerlv's Redevelopment Update — City Council approved a feasibility study for a roundabout on Hazelton
Road and staff is hoping to have a layout ready for the ETC's May 16 meeting and a public hearing on June
4. A condition of the site approval is to have a right-in/right-out on France Avenue and staff is working with
the County to make this happen.
Pedestrian Plan Update — A transportation planner should be hired in about one month. Staff is beginning
to review the Pedestrian Plan as they plan for 2014 projects and would like the ETC to help prioritize the
order in which sidewalks should be built. Additionally, staff is recommending that at least one sidewalk be
built in 2013 from the six sidewalk feasibility studies that were approved by City Council but funding was
not available. The approved locations are School Road, 42'd Street, Interlachen Blvd, West Normandale
Trail, Xerxes Avenue, and East Normandale.
The Pedestrian Plan was not fully analyzed and Director Houle suggested that each ETC member look at
their quadrant of the city and lay out where sidewalks should be, or clarify for him if the intention was to
put sidewalks on every street or based on traffic counts. Member Janovy said the draft Living Streets Policy
proposed principles and a priority system for sidewalks. In reference to the overall Pedestrian Plan,
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member Janovy suggested waiting until the Active Routes to School plan is complete, until they are further
along with Living Streets and the transportation planner is hired, and regarding the sidewalks already
approved, she suggested picking one or two to build. Director Houle noted that some Councilmembers
have been inquiring about the Pedestrian Plan. Member Bass added that she appreciated
acknowledgement of the delay but would prefer to wait and work with the transportation planner and to
have an open and engaged public process.
Xerxes Avenue Update — Residents' concern is that this is a two lane roadway that drivers drive as though it
is three lanes (using the parking lane as a 3rd lane). Last fall, the County restriped it and the paint flaked off.
Until they can repaint, they've placed barricades in the parking lanes and will be adding a variable message
board telling drivers not to drive in the parking lane. The new layout will include bump outs at the
intersections and traffic control delineators in the bump outs. Additionally, staff will be coordinating with
the County and Minneapolis to do a traffic study from Heritage Drive to crosstown because as you might
recall, both Penn and Xerxes Avenues bridge decks will be redone (pushing traffic into Edina) and it is good
time to look at realigning the traffic lanes to make it safer. Member Janovy asked if they could also do
video counts of pedestrians and bikes and Director Houle said yes. Member Whited asked which days
counts would be done because traffic increases on the weekends and Director Houle said it would be done
for a full two weeks.
Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction Update — Project start kick-off meetings are scheduled in the field
with residents to meet the project inspector and contractor. The first one was last night but because of rain
it was held at Public Works; feedback from residents was positive.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned.
ATTENDANCE
NAME TERM J F MAMJ J ASONDSession
Work # of
Mtgs
Attendance
%
Meetings/Work
Sessions 1 1 1 1
Bass, Katherine 2/1/2014 1 1 1 3 75%
Braden, Ann 2/1/2014 1 1 1 3 75%
Franzen, Nathan 2/1/2016 1 1 1 3 75%
lyer, Surya 2/1/2015 1 1 1 3 75%
Janovy, Jennifer 2/1/2014 1 1 1 1 4 100%
LaForce, Tom 2/1/2015 1 1 1 1 4 100%
Nelson, Paul 2/1/2016 1 1 1 1 4 100%
Schweiger, Steven student 1 1 2 50%
Sierks, Caroline student 1 1 1 3 75%
Spanhake, Dawn 2/1/2016 1 1 25%
Whited, Courtney 2/1/2015 1 1 1 1 4 100%
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Minutes/Edina City Council/December 18, 2012
Attorney Knutson advised that using such an index would take it out of the Council's control as the index
would be built into the ordinance and become automatic. However, the increase would not be effective
until 2015 because the Council could not raise its salary until after an election.
The Council discussed the placement of Edina in the "middle of the pack" of other cities related to Council
salaries and its increased work load due to additional meetings. Member Brindle made a motion to grant
First Reading and waive Second Reading adopting Ordinance No. 2012-20, amending Section 120 of the
City Code to adjust salaries for Council Members annually, based on a neutral third-party index, such as
that produced each year by the Minnesota Office of Management and Budget. Member Swenson
seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Bennett, Brindle, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
VIII.F. DATE FOR 2013 ANNUAL DINNER MEETING WITH BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS — SELECTED
Following discussion of availability, Council consensus was reached to set the date for 2013 annual dinner
meeting with Boards and Commissions on March 11, 2013, at Braemar Clubhouse, from 5-7 p.m.
M.G. DATE FOR 2013 ANNUAL VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION RECEPTION — SELECTED
Following discussion of availability, Council consensus was reached to set the date for 2013 annual
volunteer recognition reception on Monday, April 22, 2013, at Braemar Clubhouse from 5-7 p.m.
DATES FOR INTERVIEW OF ADVISORY BOARD AND COMMISSION APPLICANTS — SELECTED
Following discussion of availability, Council consensus was reached to set dates for interview of Advisory
Board and Commission applicants on February 7, 11, and 20, 2013, starting at 5:30 p.m.
VIII.!. RESOLUTION NO. 2012-180 ADOPTED — ACCEPTING VARIOUS DONATIONS
Mayor Hovland explained that in order to comply with State Statutes; all donations to the City must be
adopted by Resolution and approved by four favorable votes of the Council accepting the donations.
Member Bennett introduced and moved adoption of Resolution No. 2012-180 accepting various
donations. Member Sprague seconded the motion.
Rollcall:
Ayes: Bennett, Brindle, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
POLICY FOR PEDESTRIAN AND CYCLIST SAFETY FUND — APPROVED
Mr. Neal stated this proposed policy had been under discussion for some time, the Edina Transportation
Commission's comments had been included, and the policy had now been drafted for the Council's
consideration. The Council noted the language relating to right-of-way improvement had not been
included. Mr. Neal recommended language be incorporated in the list of eligible expenses to add post-
project repair of right-of-way related to a project. The Council suggested the language incorporate the
repair, replacement, rehabilitation, and reconstruction of all pedestrian and bicycle facilities.
The Council considered the correct terminology to assure clarity and whether to include the words
"Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety" or "Active Living" to assure inclusion of living streets, safe travel for all
modes. Following discussion, it was agreed to make no change at this time with the understanding it could
be readdressed in the future once the public was educated relating to an active living philosophy.
Member Sprague made a motion, seconded by Member Swenson, approving Policy for Pedestrian and
Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund and to add language relating to post-project right-of-way vegetation
improvements.
Ayes: Bennett, Brindle, Sprague, Swenson, Hovland
Motion carried.
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REPORT RECOMMENDATION
To: MAYOR AND COUNCIL
Agenda Item #: VIII. J.
From: Scott Neal
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Date: December 18, 2012
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Subject: PROPOSED POLICY FOR PEDESTRIAN & CYCLIST SAFETY (PACS) FUND
Action Requested:
Approve the proposed PACS Fund Policy.
Information / Background:
The City Council approved the first of two readings on August 6, 2012 for two enabling ordinances to establish
franchise fees for Edina customers of Xcel Energy and CenterPoint Energy. The Council gave final approval to the two
ordinances on October 16, 2012.
Following adoption, the City notified both utilities of the new ordinances and directed them to implement the new
franchise fees. The proposed franchise fee will add $1.45/month for both Xcel and CenterPoint residential customers
for a total of $2.90/month. Both utilities will start charging the fee during the first quarter of 2013 and distribute the
first quarter fee revenue to the City sometime during the second quarter. The City will collect three fiscal quarters of
franchisee fee revenue in 2013. Annual franchise fee revenue in 2013 is expected to be approximately $825,000.
Starting in 2014, the new franchise fees are expected to generate approximately $1.1 million each year in new revenue.
The Council has tentatively committed to dedicating 100% of this new revenue toward the purpose of increasing the
convenience, safety and options of the City's pedestrians and cyclists. During the Council's August 6 discussion on the
matter, the Council asked for a proposed policy to be created that would establish parameters and expectations for the
expenditure of these new revenues. Attached to this report, you will find my recommended policy. The attached policy
was drafted with the assistance of the City's finance, public works, engineering and administration management staff.
It was also reviewed by the City's Transportation Commission at their October 25 meeting. The ETC's comments have
been included later in this report.
As you review the proposed policy, I would like you to have a sense of the five principles that guided me as I drafted
the proposed policy:
1. To tightly connect the new revenue to a specific new purpose: Increase the options, convenience and safety of the
City's Non-Motorized Transportation Facilities (NMTF) network for the City's pedestrians, cyclists and drivers. I
attempted to connect the new funds and the new purpose as tightly as possible. However, while I am trying to write a
thorough policy, I am also trying to refrain from creating a MnDOT-like system of legalisms and internal rules that cause
us to struggle to accomplish our purpose. I am searching for balance in the "tight-loose" paradigm. You will see this
objective reflected in the generalized language used to describe the improvements that are eligible for payment from
this fund.
2. To be biased toward construction. When imposing a new tax or fee that is dedicated to a defined purpose, it is
important for the public to be able to see action or change that they perceive as being _connected to their financial
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sacrifices. Our residents will need to see positive tangible changes that they connect to the franchise fees. We need to
be able to point to positive tangible improvements in the community as well to show that we can be trustworthy
stewards of public funds. You will see this objective reflected in the tight definition of the purpose of the funds. You
will also see it reflected in the proposed ineligible expenses, such as consulting studies, non-standard street markings,
benches, public art and trash receptacles.
3. To have conservative fiscal management. I am proposing this fund be segregated as a special revenue fund, which
means the franchise fees will be managed away from the City's General Fund. This will make the fund more
transparent for ETC, Council and the public. It will make it easier for the City to be accountable for the manner in which
the funds are spent as well. I am proposing that we create an annual work plan that spends no more than 95% of the
franchise revenue we forecast receiving during the budget year. And, finally, that we operate the fund and the work
plan on a "pay-as-you-go" basis. You will also see this principle reflected in the proposed policy by the proposed bar
on using the funds for debt service payments.
4. To provide support to both maintenance of existing infrastructure and creation of new infrastructure. The proposed
policy has been written to provide support for both maintaining our existing NMTF infrastructure as well as
creation/construction of new NMTF infrastructure. I have not mandated that this support be equal. I would like the
staff, ETC and Council to have the flexibility to make the decision of how to preference maintenance of old and creation
of new on an annual basis.
5. To provide support and flexibility for staffing functions. Creating and implementing a plan to increase the options,
convenience and safety of the City's Non-Motorized Transportation Facilities (NMTF) network for the City's
pedestrians, cyclists and drivers is a staff-led and volunteer-supported activity. But working directly with property
owners, designing public infrastructure improvements, striping new bike lanes, building new pedestrian crosswalks and
installing new street lights are all staff functions. The policy has been composed to provide me with the flexibility to
decide the best manner to carry out these staff functions. In some cases, it may be through City employees. In other
cases, it may be through outsourced vendors/consultants. The only specific staffing decision that is built into the policy
is the creation of a staff position that will coordinate this new function within our organization.
The ETC offered the following comments on the draft policy at their October 25 meeting:
1. Use funds for construction only, not for staffing;
2. Change the name from Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund to Active Living Infrastructure Fund to emphasize active
living;
3. Identify a certain percentage that will be used for construction vs staffing;
4. Chair Nelson's suggestions: consider incorporating an escalator into the franchise fee ordinance to insure it grows
over time with inflation; can these funds be used to pay the operational expenses for lighting, i.e. — electricity; a new
staff person paid from these revenues seems like a luxury — is it necessary?
5. Clarity on the meaning of 'maintenance' and consider changing it.
The proposed policy is as follows:
PROPOSAL: The Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund (PACS Fund) is a special revenue fund created to account for the
new utility franchise fee revenues. The utility franchise fees will be dedicated revenue to the PACS Fund. Other
potential revenues for the PACS Fund may include grants, gifts, special assessments and transfers from other City
funds.
The purpose of the PACS Fund is to provide funding for the creation, maintenance and improvement of non-motorized
transportation facilities for the primary benefit of pedestrians and cyclists in Edina. Non-motorized transportation
facilities (NMTF) shall be defined as sidewalks, trails and other bicyclist-related facilities. Eligible expenses for the PACS
Fund will include the following:
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1. Construction costs (both outsourced and direct) of new NMTF
2. Maintenance costs (both outsourced and direct) of existing NMTF
3. Legal and consulting services necessary for the construction and maintenance of NMTF
4. Street lighting and traffic signals necessary to meet safety standards for new and existing NMTF
5. Street markings and signage consistent with MnUTCD standards for NMTF
6. Purchase of real property for right-of-way for new NMTF
7. Staffing and operational costs (compensation, overhead related employee costs) for a new 1.0 City employee
that is 100% dedicated to the task of maintaining, improving and expanding the City's NMTF network.
Examples of ineligible expenses for the PACS Fund include the following:
1. Debt service
2. Consulting studies not related to the construction and maintenance of NMTF
3. Capital expenses not related to the construction and maintenance of NMTF
4. Non-standard signage and street markings
5. Snow removal
6. Storm water management facilities
7. Benches, trash receptacles, trailhead shelters, fountains, and public art.
The proposed new City staff position would be responsible for creating a budget and work plan each year to
accomplish the PACS Fund goals. The new PACS staff position would also serve as the staff liaison to the Edina
Transportation Commission.
The revenue for the PACS Fund will be determined by the Finance Director each year based upon a consultation with
representatives from both utilities. The Finance Director will provide a revenue forecast to the new PACS staff
member.
The new PACS staff member will create a draft Work Plan based on the expenditure of no more than 95% of the
forecasted PACS revenue each year. The Work Plan will be consistent with previously adopted City plans will consider
input from City staff, BETF, ETC, City Council and residents. The Work Plan will be presented to the ETC for review and
comment before it is presented to the City Council for approval. Once approved by the City Council, the new PACS staff
member, in consultation with his/her supervisor, will be charged with the primary responsibility to implement the
Work Plan.
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