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AGENDA
CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
COMMUNITY ROOM
December 20, 2012
6:00 P.M.
I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
III. APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
IV. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Regular Meeting of November 15, 2012
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. 2013 Capital Improvement Plan and Work Plan Update
B. Traffic Safety Committee Report of December 12, 2012
C. Meeting Schedule for 2013
D. Updates
i. Student Member
ii. Bike Edina Task Force — November 8, 2012 Minutes
iii. Living Streets Working Group
iv. Transportation Options Working Group — November 13, 2012 Minutes
V. Communications Committee — Draft City of Edina Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy Statement
VII. CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
A. Correspondence relating to transportation issues.
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Agenda / Edina Transportation Commission
December 20, 2012
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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 952-927-886172 hours in
advance of the meeting.
SCHEDULE OF UPCOMING MEETINGS/DATES/EVENTS
Thursday
Dec 20
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
Jan 17
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Thursday
Feb 21
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
March 21
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
April 18
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Thursday
May 16
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
June 20
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
July 18
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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LIVING STREETS WORKING GROUP MINUTES
DECEMBER 11, 2012
5:10-7:05 PM
Present: Michael Thompson, Jennifer Janovy, Paul Nelson
Discussed what the end product needs to be for Living Streets given our current circumstances.
Ideally it would be to adopt a finalized livings street policy and entire work plan. But given resources and
budget and little commitment up to this point, it was believed that a more scaled back approach should be
used and perhaps not involving consultants, etc...
Discussed progress thus far and that we have come a long way as shown by:
1) Having an excellent t Living Street Policy Framework completed (Barr/HR Green Document)
2) The above was a collaborative result of ETC Living Street Working Group, ETC as a whole,
Workshop stakeholders
3) City Council is supportive (adopted resolution)
4) Living Streets is being discussed throughout the community and is brought up during street
reconstruction projects (good discussions)
Michael presented the Maplewood Living Street Policy which is not a full blown implementation plan but
rather a Policy for Living Streets and most importantly contains visuals for various street functional
classifications.
The thought was to combine existing resources and other finalized policy documents into a "City of Edina
Living Street Policy". It would be similar in scale to the Policy that Maplewood is working through. Since
Michael's last meeting on the ETC is January 17, Jennifer is transitioning the lead on this effort. Michael
gave Jennifer a copy of the Maplewood Living Street Policy for use in this effort.
Once a draft is assembled it would be reviewed by the ETC and then taken forward to other stakeholders
such as City Departments (Community Development, Police, Fire, Public Works, etc...), City Boards and
Commissions, School District, and Others....
After all feedback is gathered and revisions are made that can be jointly supported by all stakeholders, then
the Policy would be taken to the City Council for adoption. The Policy would then act as the guiding
document rather than a full blown implementation plan. The implementation of Living Streets would take
place as new developments come in, streets are reconstructed, comp plans are updated, safe routes to
school plans are revised, etc... The city staff would need to be cognizant of the policy document and its
recommendations.
Even for this scaled back effort to be successful, the City needs to identify an internal staff champion that
can advocate and work with other department heads and decision makers to solicit the necessary feedback,
in addition to shepherding it through boards and commissions,
As of December 18 Jennifer has assembled a Preliminary Draft Living Street Policy that will begin the process
described above.
• LIVING STREETS WORKING GROUP MINUTES
DECEMBER 11, 2012
5:10-7:05 PM
Present: Michael Thompson, Jennifer Janovy, Paul Nelson
Discussed what the end product needs to be for Living Streets given our current circumstances.
Ideally it would be to adopt a finalized livings street policy and entire work plan. But given resources and
budget and little commitment up to this point, it was believed that a more scaled back approach should be
used and perhaps not involving consultants, etc...
Discussed progress thus far and that we have come a long way as shown by:
1) Having an excellent t Living Street Policy Framework completed (Barr/HR Green Document)
2) The above was a collaborative result of ETC Living Street Working Group, ETC as a whole,
Workshop stakeholders
3) City Council is supportive (adopted resolution)
4) Living Streets is being discussed throughout the community and is brought up during street
reconstruction projects (good discussions)
Michael presented the Maplewood Living Street Policy which is not a full blown implementation plan but
rather a Policy for Living Streets and most importantly contains visuals for various street functional
classifications.
The thought was to combine existing resources and other finalized policy documents into a "City of Edina
Living Street Policy". It would be similar in scale to the Policy that Maplewood is working through. Since
Michael's last meeting on the ETC is January 17, Jennifer is transitioning the lead on this effort. Michael
gave Jennifer a copy of the Maplewood Living Street Policy for use in this effort.
Once a draft is assembled it would be reviewed by the ETC and then taken forward to other stakeholders
such as City Departments (Community Development, Police, Fire, Public Works, etc...), City Boards and
Commissions, School District, and Others....
After all feedback is gathered and revisions are made that can be jointly supported by all stakeholders, then
the Policy would be taken to the City Council for adoption. The Policy would then act as the guiding
document rather than a full blown implementation plan. The implementation of Living Streets would take
place as new developments come in, streets are reconstructed, comp plans are updated, safe routes to
school plans are revised, etc... The city staff would need to be cognizant of the policy document and its
recommendations.
Even for this scaled back effort to be successful, the City needs to identify an internal staff champion that
can advocate and work with other department heads and decision makers to solicit the necessary feedback,
in addition to shepherding it through boards and commissions.
As of December 18 Jennifer has assembled a Preliminary Draft Living Street Policy that will begin the process
described above.
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MINUTES OF
CITY OF EDINA, MINNESOTA
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
COMMUNITY ROOM
Is NOVEMBER 15, 2012
6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL Answering roll call was members Bass, Braden, Franzen, Janovy, LaForce, Nelson, Schweiger,
Sierks and Whited.
APPROVAL OF MEETING AGENDA
Motion was made by member Franzen and seconded by member Whited to approve the meeting
agenda.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF OCT. 25.2012
The following corrections were made: Page 1, in the motion for Approval of Meeting Minutes, change
'Surya' to 'Iyer;' page 2, Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Policy, paragraph 2, delete '...the ETC suggested
the following' and replace with '...the ETC discussed the following options.' Motion was made by member
LaForce and seconded by member Whited to approve the amended minutes of Oct. 25, 2012. All voted
aye. Motion carried.
COMMUNITY COMMENT
Chair Nelson introduced Peter Bruce whom he invited to attend the meeting. He said Mr. Bruce owns
Pedestrian Studies and his expertise may be helpful if a pedestrian sub -committee is formed later on. Mr.
Bruce said he specializes in retail foot traffic working with owners who are trying to attract foot traffic to
their business - in particular the skyway system in downtown Minneapolis. He has done work for director
Houle at York Avenue between 66th Street and 70th Street and is a new Edina resident.
REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
Traffic Safety Committee Report of November 7, 2012
Section A. I. Director Houle said this will be an additional sign.
Section A. 3. Member Whited asked what the speed limit was and when the sidewalk would be installed.
Director Houle said the speed limit is 30 mph and 15 or 20 when school is in session. He said he did not
know when the sidewalk would be built. He said it is one of four missing segments of sidewalk that draft
feasibility studies were prepared for and shared with City Council. The cost is approximately $300,000 and
up until recently, it would be assessed but with the new franchise fee they will have to identify criteria and
prioritize which sidewalks will be built. Director Houle said he could bring the sidewalk feasibility studies to
the December meeting if the ETC would like to see them.
Section C. 4. Director Houle said most of the cars belong to staff and the police department is writing
warning tickets at this time. He said there is enough parking in the parking lot and that they are parking
there for convenience.
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Section B. 2. Member Janovy said Kellogg Avenue between Valley View Road and 58th Street is a basket
weave (a stop sign every other block) and suggested instead of a stop sign on Kellogg Avenue, to put it at
61St Street. Director Houle said staff goes by warrants but the ETC can recommend this to City Council.
Chair Nelson said this was requested twice before and each time it was denied. Director Houle said the
minor street is 61St Street and the major street is Kellogg Avenue and based on traffic counts, the yield
signs are on the wrong street. Motion was made by member Janovy and seconded by member Bass for
staff to evaluate moving the yield sign to 61St Street and to also evaluate installing stop signs since the
basket weave is already in place and the stop sign would complete the weave. All voted aye. Motion
carried.
Based on the motion, director Houle said the request would be moved to Section C for further study.
Regarding traffic at Chowen Avenue, member Janovy asked how the City deals with this when traffic is
going the speed limit but there are complaints. Director Houle said it is expectation and he was hoping the
communications committee would be able to offer suggestions.
Director Houle said the map showing all traffic requests should be ready next week.
Motion was made by member Franzen and seconded by member Bass to forward the Nov. 7 Traffic
Safety Committee Report to the City Council. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Updates
Student Members
Member Schwieger asked about the process for getting streetlights. Director Houle explained that
residents can contact the engineering department for a petition form to get support from neighbors for the
is streetlight. When the petition is returned to engineering, staff contacts Xcel to determine feasibility of
installation and cost; however, since residents are no longer assessed for streetlights, staff will need to
review and rewrite the process.
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Member Braden asked about the process for removing a streetlight and director Houle said he's never
actually had this request but since the issue was the light shining into the house, he could look at replacing
the standard cobra head light with a cut off cobra head light to prevent this.
Member Franzen asked about streetlights in his neighborhood, which is part of the 2013 neighborhood
reconstruction. Director Houle said Member Franzen could talk with his neighbors to see if they are in favor
of streetlights and if so, director Houle could recommend this to City Council as part of the project.
Member Sierks asked why there were three entrances into the high school and only one exit. Director
Houle said the decision was made by the school as a private property owner and it works well for traffic on
the street because staff prefers that traffic queues onsite when getting out instead of queuing on the
street to get in. He said in the afternoons an entrance is turned into an exit, giving them two exits. He said
he did not think this would work but staff has observed it and it is working well.
Bike Edina Task Force — Oct. 11, 2012 Minutes
Director Houle said the Biking on Sidewalk Ordinance would likely be presented to the City Council on Dec.
4 and the police department will have a counter argument.
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Member LaForce asked director Houle about the bike counts that were referenced in the minutes. Director
Houle said he did not have the data but he should be requesting them to start a database. Member LaForce
said the data is important to counter arguments that the City is spending money on bike lanes when there
are no bikers. Member Bass said do.town staff surveyed the cities of Bloomington, Edina and Richfield and
30% of respondents said they ride at least once during the summer in their neighborhood. She said this is
not a count but in general, many people are biking.
Living Streets Working Group
Director Houle said the City Council will receive the ETC's advisory communication at their Nov 20 meeting
regarding Phase 2 Final Steps. He explained that the Council's feedback regarding approval of $150,000 to
finish the policy was that the ETC has expert members that could put the plan together and he asked for
their feedback. The consensus was that they are volunteers and finishing the plan requires a lot more time
than they can commit. Additionally, it was passed in May 2011 by the City Council as a priority and to date,
they have not provided any funding. The ETC recommended that a consultant or staff finishes Phase 2 of
the policy.
Transportation Options Working Group
Co-chair Whited said ITN presented their program at the last meeting. She said they were formed two
years ago in Edina and is a volunteer drivers program. Their franchise sells for about $100,000. She is
concerned that the group is saying they are the Transportation Options Working Group and that the City
has funding. She said also that there might be a conflict with the co-chair being part of ITN and the working
group. She said they would like to present their program to the ETC. Director Houle will talk with assistant
city manager Kurt regarding the concerns.
Motion was made by member Whited and seconded by member Janovy to add the following new
members to the Transportation Options Working Group (provided the bylaws do not require the
members to be residents of Edina):
1. Susie Johnson (transportation program manager at VEAP)
2. Maria Sanchez (works at CAPSH Community Action partnership of Suburban Hennepin)
3. Peg Gaard (works with seniors through her three separate Augustana Adult Day programs)
4. Fred Arndt (leads a work group at Normandale Lutheran Church that works on senior citizens
transportation issues)
5. Robin Rohr (works at Hennepin County in the Human Services Division that assists senior citizens
and has served on several working groups on transportation issues)
All voted aye. Motion carried.
Communications Committee
Member LaForce said they are working on a few ideas and they discussed 'why' they are doing what they
are doing. He said a lot of the ETC's work plan involves substantial changes in the city — putting in sidewalks
and bike lanes where they are not, rules about riding on sidewalks, etc — and these changes will create
some resistance. He said there are some things that they can do and things that they should not do
because it will hurt their ability to move things forward. He said the role of the committee is to think about
the changes that the ETC is making, be proactive and identify what they should be doing to move things
forward.
He said one focus area that they've identified is articulating clearly to residents that the ETC works on
• projects or issues that are directed by City Council and this should be followed up with an explanation of
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the background and benefits which should be based upon policy statement. Additionally, he said they
should identify core messages and how to get the messages out. Member Bass added that they would be
more proactive when they see that a recommendation is going to be problematic and communicate
around that particular issue.
Regarding the type of communications, member LaForce said they would make recommendations to the
communications department staff based on particular issues. He said they should work to get their
messages out before the City Council votes on issues. Director Houle and the committee were not sure
how the process is going to work with the communications department — will they have a staff liaison
working with the committee?
Member LaForce feels the communications committee can be used to help the communications
department anticipate the issues of our commission and cited the Wooddale Avenue bike lanes as an
example. Member Bass asked if a communications plan was developed for the Wooddale Avenue bike
lanes. Director Houle said he received permission from City of Minneapolis to use something that he had
seen on their website but a formal plan was not developed. He said the engineering department has a
communications plan in place now but not a formal plan that anticipates project specific issues to educate
the public. Member Bass described the Wooddale Ave bike lanes as an acute issue that they are saddled
with and is hoping that moving forward, if they can talk about the vision for a more balanced
transportation system and better articulate the benefits that this will help to create a broader
understanding and less disruption when they try to implement projects.
Member Janovy said engineering's role in communications should be to provide the technical expertise,
the communications department and let them know when projects are coming up so that a
communications plan can be developed. She said the communications staff is the communications Q,
. professional who should be developing the relationship with the department and staying ahead of the
issues and not being reactive. She said in their committee discussion she asked, 'What is the role of the
communications department? Does it just responds and puts something on Agenda Edina if it is asked for?
How do they work to identify the communication needs of the departmentT Director Houle said he
believes they work on hot issues and residents' reaction to the bike lanes took everyone by surprise. He
said they do not work with departments to anticipate upcoming issues. Member Janovy said the message
of the vision has to come out consistently and filters in everything and if the communications department
does not operate this way it is not going to be helpful.
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Chair Nelson said the next project is the France Avenue Intersection Enhancements that will impact so
many and will be a big communications piece. Member Bass said it seems like the City Council has
empowered boards and commissions to make recommendations and help execute the vision of the Council
and there is a communications needs in each of the boards and commissions so this will be an ongoing
challenge. She said there needs to be a cohesive framework since each one is responsible for a piece of the
vision. Director Houle noted that the Energy and Environment Commission has a communications
committee. Member LaForce said it looks like the communications from the City is run like a news
department —telling some things that are happening rather than framing the narrative, providing context
and explaining, and identifying the audience and anticipating the needs, etc.
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CORRESPONDENCE AND PETITIONS
Member LaForce asked what they are to do with the correspondences and that he was struck by the range,
and strongly worded criticisms. Director Houle said he was asked to give copies of transportation -related
communications that are received by engineering to the commission.
• CHAIR AND COMMISSION MEMBER COMMENTS
Member Braden said in lieu of attending the Oct. ETC meeting, she attended the final of three taskforce
meetings that was tasked with distributing approximately $83,000 for Human Services. (She volunteered
to serve on the taskforce last summer when the City Council requested a member from the ETC). They
recommended funding the Senior Community Services, Cornerstone, VEAP, the Bridge, Conflict Resolution
Center, Door -to -Door, and Normandale Center Oasis for Youth.
Member Bass said related to engaging residents about the City's vision for Living Streets, the do.town staff
took the four missing segments of sidewalks and invited Councilmembers to conduct a walk/talk with
nearby residents. CM Bennett, Sprague and Swenson have signed up to participate. CM Swenson will visit
W. 60th Street and School Road. The other three missing segments of sidewalks are Xerxes Avenue,
Normandale Road, and W. 42 t Street.
Member Franzen said there is a Solar Works seminar going on downstairs for another half hour.
Member Nelson said the Southwest Transitway Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) is available
for review and there is a 90 day comment period. A copy is in the community development department. He
also reported that a special meeting is scheduled for Dec. 11 for the public hearings for the 2013
neighborhood projects.
. Member Franzen asked how are streets grouped together to form a neighborhood for street
reconstruction. Director Houle said they are grouped based on liked -sized lots most often. He said in the
case of Mendelssohn A, member Franzen's neighborhood, there are two distinct neighborhoods but if they
were split into two neighborhoods, one neighborhood would pay more than the other.
STAFF COMMENTS
Director Houle said two neighborhood informational meetings were held to discuss the ETC's
recommendation of a bike lane in the Normandale neighborhood and a sidewalk in the Lake Edina
neighborhood. He said a dedicated facility will not fit on West Shore Drive so staff looked at two other
options: 1) off-road; and 2) expand the walking path by bringing it to the bike lane. He said residents in
attendance were not opposed. He said residents are opposed to the sidewalk on Hibiscus Avenue to
Kellogg Avenue in Lake Edina. The recommendation is going to City Council on Dec. 11.
France Avenue Pedestrian Improvements is still in the design phase.
Hennepin County will be milling and overlaying Vernon Avenue from Crosstown to Grandview Square and
Director Houle said he is going to talk to them about striping bike lanes as Vernon Avenue is listed as a
primary bike route and the ETC agreed.
The community development department is reviewing plans for a coffee shop at Centennial Lakes with a
drive thru; a restaurant at 77th Street & France Avenue; and the medical building at 65th Street & France
• Avenue received approval.
ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned.
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To: Edina Transportation Commission Agenda Item #: IV. A.
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering Action ❑
Discussion ❑
Date: December 20, 2012 Information M
Subject: 2013 Capital Improvement Plan and Work Plan Update
Action Requested:
No action requested.
Information / Background:
Chair Nelson requested that I share excerpts from the proposed 2013-2017 Capital Improvement Plan
(CIP). The City Council is expected to approve the 2013-2017 CIP at the December 20 City Council
Meeting.
I have also included a copy of the proposed ETC's Work Plan for 2013. The City Council will be reviewing
the 2013 Work Plans at their workshop prior to the December 20 City Council meeting. I will have an
update of that meeting for the ETC.
Attachments:
Proposed 2013-2017 Capital Improvement Plan
Proposed 2013 ETC Work Plan
G:\Engineering\Infrastructure\Streets\Traffic\TRANSP COMM\Agendas\2012 R&R\20121220\Item VLA. 2013 Capital Improvement Plan and Work Plan Update.docx
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
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City of Edina, MN
Capital Improvement Plan
2013 thru 2017
PROJECTS & FUNDING SOURCES BY DEPARTMENT
Department Project# Priority 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
JAdministration - Liquor Stores
ENG -13-001
1
5,300,000
3,500,000
4,500,000
50th: Store Remodel LIQ -02-005
1
150,000
Water Main Improvments
ENG -13,002
150,000
York: Replace Rooftop HVAC LIQ -10-004
2
2,000,000
40,000
1,800,000
40,000
Vernon: Replace Load Leveler Dock LIQ -10-006
5
1
1,451,000
15,000
15,000
All Stores: Video i£ Software Upgrades LIQ -11-004
5
4,872,000
Storm Sewer - Pipe and Grading Improvements
60,000
60,000
Vernon: Replace Rooftop HVAC LIQ -11-005
5
2,600,000
2,600,000
25,000
25,000
Vernon: Replace Entrance & Exit Doors LIQ -11-006
5
4
30,000
30,000
Vernon Tasting Area LIQ -13-001
5
1,100,000
25,000
ENG -13-006
25,000
Liquor Signage-Interior/Exterior LIQ -13-002
3
80,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
80,000
Administration - Liquor Stores Total
ENG -13-007
230,000
65,000
130,000
425,000
Liquor Fund
230,000
65,000
130,000
425,000
Administration - Liquor Stores Total
230,000
65,000
130,000
425,000
Community Development & HRA
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Promenade Phase III HRA -11,002
5
2,000,000
2,000,000
France Ave and TH62 Reconstruction HRA -11-003
1
600,000
600,000
Greater Southdale Area Transportation Study HRA -13-001
2
200,000
200,000
Pedestrian Bridge over TH62 HRA -13,002
1
3,000,000
3,000,000
France Ave Intersection Enhancements HRA -13,003
n/a
4,090,000
4,090,000
Community Development & HRA Total
4,290,000
5,600,000
9,890,000
Grants & Donations - Mn/DOT
1,090,000
1,090,000
Tax Increment Funds
3,200,000
5,600,000
8,800,000
Community Development & HRA Total
4,290,000
5,600,000
9,690,000
Enaineerin
Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program
ENG -13-001
1
5,300,000
3,500,000
4,500,000
4,500,000
4,100,000
21,900,000
Water Main Improvments
ENG -13,002
1
1,375,000
1,200,000
2,000,000
2,000,000
1,800,000
8,375,000
Sanitary Sewer Main Improvements
ENG -13-003
1
1,451,000
690,000
931,000
700,000
1,100,000
4,872,000
Storm Sewer - Pipe and Grading Improvements
ENG -13,004
1
1,200,000
2,200,000
2,600,000
2,600,000
2,600,000
11,200,000
Piping Wells 815 and #9 to Treatment Plant No. 6
ENG -13,005
4
1,100,000
1,100,000
Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Projects
ENG -13-006
2
800,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
5,200,000
Bridge Rehabilitation: 78th St Wand Gus Young Ln
ENG -13-007
1
150,000
150,000
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Department Project# Priority 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Reconstruct: 2nd Skeet South
ENG -13-008
1
150,000
50,000
70,000
370,000
150,000
Reconstruct: Valley Yew Road
ENG -13-009
4
75,000 375,000
100,000
1,000,000
E(laipnrent Replacement Program
1,100,000
Reconstruct Tracy Avenue
ENG -13-010
5
28,000
139,000
200,000
1,100,000
1,300,000
2013.2014 Flood Protection and Water Improvements
ENG -13-011
4
30,000
35,000
250,000
1,100,000
315,000
2014-2015 Flood Protection and Water Improvements
ENG -13-012
4
Special Assessments
50,000
275,000
4,640,000
325,000
2015-2016 Flood Protection and Water Improvements
ENG -13-013
5
2,166,000
1,470,000
50,000
275,000
325,000
Momingside Neighborhood Water Main Relining
ENG -13-014
5
2,495,000
3,400,000
200,000
100,000
300,000
Mill and Overlay: Benton Avenue
ENG -13-015
5
2,260,000
2,350,000
8,840,000
450,000
450,000
Comprehensive Water Resource Management Plan
ENG -13,016
5
13,110,000
19,358,000
45,000
45,000
Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan
ENG -13-017
4
45,000
45,000
NMWD Petition Projects - Phase 1
ENG -13,018
4
180,000
140,000
320,000
Engineering Department Equipment Replacement
ENG -13-019
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41,000
45,000
25,000 28,000
139,000
Concrete Rehab: Parklawn Ave. (France to W 77)
PW -00-074
4
.450,000
450,000
Reconstruct: W 54th SL (Wooddale to France)
PW -01-012
1
150,000
950,000
1,100,000
Reconstruct: W 58th St (Wooddale to France)
PW -04-001
4
150,000 950,000
1,100,000
Bridge. 54th Street Bridge
PW -05-003
1
180,000
820,000
1,000,000
Mill & Overlay: Olinger Blvd (Vernon - Tracy)
PW -05-006
4
800,000
800,000
Remove Lift Station No.1
UT -03,010
3
150,000
150,000
New Water Treatment Plant (#5)
UT -07-002
4
150,000
7,000,000
7,150,000
Piping Wells #5 and 418 to WTP #5
UT -08,008
1
100,000
100,000
Trunk Sanitary Sewer Lining
UT -08,014
5
540,000
600,000
1,140,000
W 69th Street and York Ave Water Main Loop
UT -10-011
5
150,000
150,000
Asset Management Update
UT -12,008
4
75,000
30,000
60,000
60,000
225,000
Cooper Circle Pond Outlet
UT -12-009
5
80,000
80,000
Engineering Total 11,887,000 13,505,000 13,396,000 13,060,000 19,208,000 71,056,000
Bonds - Public hnproventent Revolving Bonds
150,000
100,000
50,000
70,000
370,000
Construction Ftnrd
120,000
75,000 75,000
75,000
75,000 375,000
Gateway Signs
120,000
E(laipnrent Replacement Program
41,000
380,000
45,000
25,000
28,000
139,000
Alit nicipal State Aid
32,900
2,580,000
880,000
1,050,000
1,260,000
5,770,000
Pedestrian Bike Safety Fwul
800,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
5,200,000
Special Assessments
5,300,000
3,640,000
4,640,000
4,645,000
4,240,000
22,465,000
Utility Fend - Server
2,166,000
1,470,000
971,000
890,000
1,120,000
6,617,000
Utility Fttttd - Storni
1,330,000
2,495,000
3,400,000
3,000,000
2,700,000
12,925,000
Utility Fund - Water
1,650,000
2,350,000
2,260,000
2,350,000
8,840,000
17,450,000
Engineering Total
11,557,000
13,735,000
13,296,000
13,110,000
19,358,000
71,056,000
General Government Functions
City of Edina Wireless Network
COM -13,001
3 75,000
75,000 75,000
75,000
75,000 375,000
Gateway Signs
COM -13-002
7
935,000
380,000
1,315,000
Communications and IT Equipment Replacement
COM -13,003
n/a 186,000
136,900 53,900
32,900
80,000 489,700
Citywide Fiber Optic Cabling
CW -02-001
6
225,000
75,000
75,000 375,000
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Department Project# Priority 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Electronic Document Management
GG -11-004
5
65,000
65,000
25,000
Grants & Donations 200,000
100,000
155,000
Assessing Division Equipment Replacement
GG -13-001
n/a
30,000
30,000
Election Equipment Replacement
GG -13-002
n/a
30,000
30,000
HRIS/Payroll
HR -13-001
2
50,000
150,000
200,000
General Government Functions Total
376,000
426,900
1,343,900
562,900
260,000
2,969,700
Construction Fund
140,000
200,000
1,260,000
530,000
150,000
2,280,000
Equipment Replacement Progrrm►
186,000
171,900
83,900
32,900
110,000
584,700
Other - 2010 Unassigned Fund Balance
50,000
55,000
105,000
General Government Functions Total
376,000
426,900
1,343,900
562,900
260,000
2,969,700
Park & Recreation
Pamela Park: Renovate senior athletic field
PK -00,033
7
330,000
330,000
Pamela Park: New athletic field
PK -07-004
6
400,000
400,000
Lewis Park: Pathway lighting
PK -08-006
5
30,000
30,000
Pamela Park: South Parking Lot Expansion
PK -10,005
6
40,000
40,000
Pamela Park: North Parking Lot Expansion
PK -10,006
6
45,000
45,000
Pamela Park: West Parking Lot Expansion
PK -10-007
6
60,000
60,000
Bredesen Park: Comfort Station Renovation
PK -11,006
5
75,000
75,000
Normandale Park: Replace Warming House/Shelter
PK -11-007
6
650,000
650,000
VanValkenburg Park construction
PK -12,002
7
600,000
600,000
Parks Department Equipment Replacement
PK -13,001
n/a
20,000
83,000
42,325
133,255
31,600
310,180
Way Park: Bathrooms Renovation
PK -13-002
1
80,000
80,000
Lake Edina Park: Pathway
PK -13-003
5
85,000
85,000
Highlands Park: Basketball Court
PK -13,004
7
25,000
25,000
Garden Park: Baseball Field
PK -13-005
5
300,000
300,000
Wooddale Park: Playground Equipment
PK -13,006
5
200,000
200,000
Weber Park: Playground Equipment
PK -13-007
5
200,000
200,000
Arden Park: Replace Shelter Building
PK -13,008
5
650,000
650,000
Strachauer Park: Playground Equipment
PK -13,009
5
200,000
200,000
Parks Comprehensive Master Plan
PK -13,010
7
100,000
100,000
Park Planning and Design
PK -13-011
n/a
60,000
60,000
Park & Recreation Total 650,000 283,000 1,692,325 933,255 881,600 4,440,180
Construction Fund 430,000
100,000 1,650,000 800,000 850,000
3,830,000
Equipment Rephicentent Progrrnn 20,000
83,000 42,325 133,255 31,600
310,180
Grants & Donations 200,000
100,000
300,000
Park & Recreation Total 650,000
283,000 1,692,325 933,255 881,600
4,440,180
Parks - Aquatic Center
Replace Heaters AQC-12-002 1 40,000 40,000
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Department Project# Priority , 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Pool Deck Repairs
AQC-12-003
2 50,000
50,000
Bathhouse Roof and Other Improvements
AOC -12-004
2 52,000
52,000
Replace Pool Filters
AQC-12-005
4 62,000
62,000
SCS Play Structure
AQC-12-006
5 325,000
325,000
Main Pool Baler
AOC -13-001
1 47,000
47,000
Large Slide
AQC-13-002
5 500,000
500,000
Parks - Aquatic Center Total
87,000 102,000 62,000 500,000 325,000
1,076,000
Aquatic Center Fiord
87,000
102,000
62,000
500,000
325,000
1,076,000
Parks -Aquatic Center Total
87,000
102,000
62,000
500,000
325,000
1,076,000
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Parks -Arena
I
Water System Repairs
A-10,003
5
80,000
80,000
Replace Zamboni
A-12,001
3
140,000
140,000
Make-up Water Tanks
A-12,002
1
35,000
3500
Lour E Ceiling Replacement - West Arena
A-13-001
4
75,000
75,000
Painting East Arena
A-13,002
4
25,000
25,000
Ballet Room Remodel
A-13,003
3
25,000
25,000
Low E Ceiling Replacement - East Arena
A-13,004
5
80,000
80,000
Bathroom/Locker Room Upgrades/Remodel
A-13-005
5
100,000
100,000
Rubber Floor Replacement
A-13,006
5
35,000
35,000
Arena Roof
A-13-007
5
225,000
225,000
Parking Lot Resurfacing
A-13,008
2
35,000
35,000
Parks - Arena Total
170,000
165,000
160,000
135,000
225,000
855,000
Construction Fund
170,000
165,000
160,000
135,000
225,000
855,000
Parks - Arena Total
170,000
165,000
160,000
135,000
225,000
855,000
Parks - Art Center
J
Parking Lot Expansion
ART -11-004
7
85,000
85,000
HVAC
ART -11-005
3
22,800
22,800
MaxSolulions Enterprise Acquisition
ART -13-001
2
15,000
15,000
Parks - Art Center Total
37,800
85,000
122,800
Construction Fund
37,800
85,000
122,800
Parks - Art Center Total 37,800 85,000 122,860
Parks - Centennial Lakes Park
Replace HVAC Units CL -06,005 2 25,000 25,000
Replace Park Sound System CL -09,008 7 32,000 32,000
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Department Project# Priority 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Replace HVAC Units CL -12-001 5 25,000 25,000
One -Ton Truck CL -13-001 5 28,000 28,000
Parks - Centennial Lakes Park Total 25,000 32,000 25,000 28,000 110,000
Constriiction Fii ni
25,000 32,000 25,000 28,000 110,000
Parks - Centennial Lakes Park Total 25,000 3z,uu0 z5,uuu zu,uuu rtu,uuu
Parks - Edinborough Park
925,000
Replaster Pool
EP -00-017
Security Camera System
EP -08,007
Pool and Wall Tile
EP -08-021
Lift to Birthday Party Area
EP -09,014
Track Floor
EP -09-015
Concrete repairs
EP -09-016
Adventure Peak Remodel
EP -09-021
North Sidewalk
EP -10-011
Track Air Conditioning
EP -11-005
Adventure Peak Wave Slide
EP -11-006
Exterior Entryway Doors
EP -11-007
Interior Entryway Doors
EP -11-008
Upstairs Restroom Remodel
EP -11-009
Adventure Peak Renovation
EP -11-010
Park Boiler
EP -12-003
POS System
EP -13-001
Ramp to Track
EP -13-002
Provide Larger Locker Rooms
EP -13-003
Window Washing
EP -13-004
Roof Repairs
EP -13-005
Construction Fiind
Edinborough Fund
Parks - Edinborough Park Total
Parks - Edinborough Park Total
Parks - Golf Course
925,000
Driving Range Expansion
GC -12,005
Braemac Carpeting
GC -12-006
Braemar. Slit Drainage 3 Fairways
GC -12-007
Braemar: Clubhouse Root Replacement
GC -12-008
Carl Path Repair/Expansion
GC -12,009
Maintenance Equipment Replacement
GC -13-001
3 71,800
925,000
1,000,000
7
25,000
71,800
5
50,000
43,100
5
80,000 80,000
43,100
3
189,500
200,000
5 145,000
155,000 155,000 160,000
189,500
3
42,000
42,000
7
65,000
65,000
4 153,800
153,800
3
26,000
26,000
5
32,300
32,300
7
66,600
66,600
3
26,300
26,300
5
90,500
90,500
5
67,900
67,900
6
30,800
30,800
5
33,100
33,100
5
26,900
26,900
5
28,300
28,300
5 41,000
41,000
1
582,000
582,000
3
26,300
26,300
5
110,400
110,400
266,600
892,100
264,700
143,500
186,700
1,753,600
266,600
120,600
264,700
143,500
186,700
982,100
771,500
771,500
266,600
892,100
264,700
143,500
186,700
1,753,600
7 75,000
925,000
1,000,000
7
25,000
25,000
7
50,000
50,000
5
80,000 80,000
160,000
3 25,000
25,000 75,000 75,000
200,000
5 145,000
155,000 155,000 160,000
615,000
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Department
Project# Priority
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
Total
Tee Renovation
GC -13-003 4
Police Department Equipment Replacement
50,000
70,000
100,000
Health Division Equipment Replacement
220,000
Irrigation System Replacement Phase 1
GC -13-004 5
CityWorks Code Enforcement Software
PS -13,006
Public Works Equipment Replacement
PW -13-004
1,500,000
1,500,000
Well #13 Rehab Project
Parks - Golf Course Total
245,000
310,000
1,330,000
385,000
1,500,000
3,770,000
Constr►tction Fiord
UT -09-010
170,000
310,000
1,055,000
385,000
1,500,000
3,420,000
Grants & Donations - Braemar Alemorial Fund
75,000
3
275,000
465,000
270,000
350,000
250,000
Parks - Golf Course Total
245,000
310,000
1,330,000
385,000
1,500,000
3,770,000
Public Safety Functions
Police to Community Software
PS -11-005
PD Alarm Billing Software
PS -12-007
PD License Plate Reader
PS -12-008
Fire Department Equipment Replacement
PS -13-001
Police Department Equipment Replacement
PS -13,002
Inspections Division Equipment Replacement
PS -13,003
Health Division Equipment Replacement
PS -13,004
FD Plan Review Software
PS -13-005
CityWorks Code Enforcement Software
PS -13,006
Public Safety Functions Total
Construction Fund
Equipiuent Replacement Progrant
Public Safety Functions Total
25,000
3 50,000
Public Works
Public Works: Braemar Cold Storage: Improvements
PW -02-006
Braemar Cold Storage - Fire Suppression
PW -08.004
GPS Electrical System
PW -11-006
Industrial Park Lighting
PW -13-001
Bridge Repairs
PW -13-002
Parking Ramp Repairs
PW -13-003
Public Works Equipment Replacement
PW -13-004
Utilities Equipment Replacement
PW -13-005
Well #13 Rehab Project
PW -13-006
Well #17 Rehab Project
PW -13-007
Well 46 Rehab Project
PW -13,008
Well #5 (West 69th Street)
UT -08-009
Well # 2 Rehab Project
UT -09-010
Water Meter Replacement Project
UT -10,006
Well #9 Rehab Project
UT -10,008
Well # 11 Rehab Project
UT -10,009
3 25,000
50,000
25,000
3 50,000
50,000
5 40,000
30,000
40,000
n/a 475,000
154,000
273,000
165,000
95,000
1,162,000
n/a 251,916
923,345
448,925
24,760
10,000
1,658,946
n/a 15,000
18,000
30,000
30,000
60,000
93,000
n/a
16,500
314,842
664,420
563,415
16,500
3
250,000
465,000
270,000
80,000
250,000
3 50,000
120,000
50,000
906,916
1,361,845
721,925
189,760
165,000
3,345,446
165,000
250,000
120,000
415,000
741,916
1,111,845
721,925
284,760
70,000
2,930,446
906,916
1,361,845
721,925
284,760
70,000
3,345,446
7
50,000
50,000
3 70,000
70,000
7
30,000
30,000
3 104,000
104,000
104,000
104,000
416,000
1 100,000
170,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
570,000
3 30,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
120,000
n/a 390,254
511,395
314,842
664,420
563,415
2,444,326
3 260,000
237,000
465,000
270,000
80,000
1,312,000
5
120,000
120,000
5
120,000
120,000
5
120,000
120,000
4
120,000
120,000
1 120,000
120,000
1 2,100,000
2,100,000
1 200,000
200,000
3
120,000
120,000
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Department Project# Priority 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Well #10 Rehab Project
UT -11-006
4 120,000
120,000
Storm Water Lift Station #3 Rehab
UT -11-007
1 200,000
200,000
Sewer Camera and Cable Reel
UT -11-008
3 40,000
40,000
Well No. 8
UT -12-006
4 35,000
35,000
SCADA Radio System Upgrade
UT -12-007
4 60,000
60,000
757,000
Public Works Total
3,509,254 1,372,395 1,213,842 1,528,420 863,415
8,487,326
Construction Fund
304,000
304,000
314,000
234,000
100,000
1,256,000
Equipment Replacement Program
390,254
511,395
314,842
664,420
563,415
2,444,326
Utility Fund - Server
173,000
440,000
104,000
40,000
757,000
Utility Fund - Storm
103,000
397,000
63,000
563,000
Utility Fund - {Pater
2,539,000
160,000
145,000
463,000
160,000
3,467,000
Public Works Total
3,509,254
1,372,395
1,213,842
1,528,420
863,415
8,487,326
Grand Total 22,655,570 24,108,240 20,431,692 17,462,835 23,642,715 108,301,052
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
Project # HRA -11-003
Project Name France Ave and TH62 Reconstruction
2013 thru 2017
Type Expansion Department Community Development & HR
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 1 Critical
Status Active
Description
Hennepin County has developed an improved design of the interchange system at France.Avenue and TH62 Interchange. The improvement
will reduce the potential for crashes at this interchange for the next 30 years. Hennepin County currently does not have funding for this
improvement programmed in their CIP.
Justification
France Avenue is an important commercial corridor in Edina. Providing adequate and safe access from TH62 to France Ave helps to support
Vision 20/20 objectives of-
- Accomodating the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina and
- Taking an active role in future redevelopment strategies
The France Avenue and TH62 Interchange is one of the most congested interchanges in the metropolitan area. This congestion leads to many
crashes at the intersections to the on ramps to TH62. This project would relieve the congestion at this interchange, therefore creating a safer
access through France Avenue and to and from TH62.
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Construction/Maintenance 600,000 600,000
Total 600,000 600,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Tax Increment Funds 600,000 600,000
Total 600,000 600,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
Project# HRA -13-001
ProjectName Greater Southdale Area Transportation Study
2013 thru 2017
Type New Department Community Development & HR
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 2
Status Active
Description
Complete an overall Transportation Study of the Southdale Area to include pedestrian, bicycle and motorized traffic movement within the
transportation system.
Justification
The greater Southdale area is an important commercial and residential corridor for both Edina and surrounding communities. Conducting a
study of the transportation system will 1) assist the City in planning for future improvements, 2) enable the City to advocate more clearly for
improvements at the county, regional and state level, and 3) prepare the City to apply for external funding, should those funding sources
become available.
The transportation study supports the City's current focus in Living Streets, as well as the following Edina Vision 20/20 objectives:
- Accomodating the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina and
- Taking an active role in future redevelopment strategies
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design 200,000 200,000
Total 200,000 200,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Tax Increment Funds 200,000 200,000
Total 200,000 200,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
Project# HRA -13-002
Project Name Pedestrian Bridge over TH62
2013 thru 2017
Type Replace or repair Department Community Development & HR
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 1 Critical
Status Active
Description I
.2eplace pedestrian bridge over TH62 west of Valley View Road to be ADA compliant.
Justification
Che current pedestrian bridge over TH62 is not ADA compliant. The location of this pedestrian bridge provides safe routes to both City park
.acilities, such as Rosland Park and Aquatic Center and to Edina Schools, such as Southview Middle School. This improvement will enhance
:he first phase of the Bike Boulevard project that will be implemented in fall of 2012. .
)viding adequate and safe access for pedestrians and bicyclists helps to support Vision 20/20 objectives of-
- Accomodatina the efficient movement of oeonle and goods in and around Edina.
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Construction/Maintenance 3,000,000 3,000,000
TOW 3,000,000 3,000,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Tax Increment Funds 3,000,000 3,000,000
PROPOSED
Total
3,000,000
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Capital Improvement Plan 2013,/,,-,,2017
City of Edina, MN
Project a HRA -13-003
Project Name France Ave Intersection Enhancements
Department
Community Development & H
Contact
Engineering
Type
Expansion
Userul Life
Category
Infrastructure
Priority
n/a
Status
Active
is project includes pedestrian intersection enhancements at France Avenue and 76th Street, 70th Street, and 66th Street. Intersection
hancements include larger median refuge islands, accessible pedestrian signals, pedestrian warning signs, enhanced pedestrian corner
atments.
addition the project will provide missing sidewalk connections on the east side of France Avenue. This is the first step for improving pedestrian
I bicycle movements across France Avenue.
Justification
France Avenue is an important commercial corridor in Edina. Providing adequate and safe access across France Avenue helps to support Vision
20/20 objectives of -
1.
f1. Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina and
2. Provide capital investments that balance need and affordability
The City of Edina was successful in 2012 to rescope the Federal Transportation Enhancement funding that was secured in 2007 from a pedestrian
bridge to improvements to three major intersections along France Avenue. The enhancements stem from Hennepin County's "France Avenue
Corridor Study" that was completed in 2009.
Expenditures 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Construction/Maintenance 4,090,000 4,090,000
Total 4,090,000 4,090,000
Funding Sources 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Total
Grants & Donations - Mn/DOT 1,090,000 1,090,000
Tax Increment Funds 3,000,000 3,000,000
Total 4,090,000 4,090,000
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Capital Improvement Plan 2013 thru 2017
City of Edina, MN
Project# ENG -13-001
Project Name Neighborhood Street Reconstruction Program
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 1 Critical
Status Active
Description
These projects will provide for the reconstruction and rehabilitation of various local streets throughout the City. The recommended scheduling
is based on the age and condition of the watermain, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, and pavements. These ratings are used to rank the local
neighborhoods to determine potential future projects, which currently are:
2013: Mendelssohn A, Normandale, Braemar Hills B, St. Patricks Lane, Gleason Circle, and Lake Edina
2014: Clover Lane Addition, Hawkes Addition, Walnut Ridge, Edina Terrace, and Momingside
2015: Glen View Addition, Edina Highlands Lakeside, Holands, and Hyde Park
2016: Edina Bel -Air, Parkwood Knolls B, and Golf Terrace
2017: Townes Road, Birchcrest Addition, Colonial Court, Bekeley Heights, and Edina Valley Estates
Please note that the above neighborhood names are reflective of the largest Subdivision Plat name found for that particular area and does not
incorporated the neighborhood names that are currently being formulated by the Administration Department. Engineering will rename the
ro'ects, once neighborhood names are established.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure."
The need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Construction/Maintenance 5,300,000 3,500,000 4,500,000 4,500,000 4,100,000 21,900,000
TOW 5,300,000 3,500,000 4,500,000 4,500,000 4,100,000 21,900,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Special Assessments 5,300,000 3,500,000 4,500,000 4,500,000 4,100,000 21,900,000
Total 5,300,000 3,500,000 4,500,000 4,500,000 4,100,000 21,900,000
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Project # ENG -13-006
Project Name Pedestrian and Bicyclist Safety Projects
Type New
Useful Life
Category Infrastructure
Department Engineering
Contact Engineering
Priority 2
Status Active
2013 thru 2017
Description
[hese projects will provide new sidewalks, bikeways, and lighting throughout the City. An overall study of the system will need to be
;ompleted prior to prioritizing individual projects.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" by providing clean and
adequate water supply and through "A Sound Public Infrastructure." The objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 also support this initiative
through "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods."
This need is also emphasized in Chapter 12: Implementation of the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "Work in conjunction with
infrastructure improvement projects to identify and implement sidewalk and bikeway networks within the City" and also "Diversify types of
transportation methods within the Citv."
Expenditures Prior 2013
2014
2015
2016
2017 Future
Total
Planning/Design 250,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
650,000
Construction/Maintenance 550,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
1,000,000
4,550,000
Total 800,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
11100,000
1,100,000
5,200,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Pedestrian Bike Safety Fund 800,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 5,200,000
Total 800,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 1,100,000 5,200,000
PROPOSED
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
Project # ENG -13-008
Project Name Reconstruct: 2nd Street South
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 1 Critical
2013 thru 2017
Status Active
Description
The City of Hopkins is planning to reconstruct the Hopkins side of 2nd Street South between Monroe Avenue and Harrison Avenue, which the
southerly half of this roadway is within the City of Edina. Reconstruction within the Edina side is to rehabilitate the storm sewer catch basins,
retain the existing curb and gutter, and replace the roadway section.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure."
The need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Construction/Maintenance 150,000 150,000
Total 150,000 150,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
uonsrrucuon runa izu,uuu 11u,uuV
Utility Fund - Storm 30,000 30,000
Total 150,000 150,000
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City of Edina, MN
Project €t ENG -13-009
Project Name Reconstruct: Valley View Road
2013 thru 2017
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 4
Status Active
Description
This project will reconstruct Municipal State Aid designated Valley View Road from McCauley Trail South to Hilary Lane. This roadway will
provide for a new roadway section and will bring the road into compliance with Municipal State Aid standards. Bike lanes along with a
sidewalk will be included with this upgrade.
Justification
'he need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
nfrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comvrehensive Plan to 'continue to imurove the aiziniz infrastructure of the
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design 100,000 200,000 300,000
Construction/Maintenance 800,000 800,000
Total 100,000 1,000,000 1,100,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Municipal State Aid
880,000
880,000
Special Assessments
140,000
140,000
Utility Fund - Sewer
20,000
20,000
Utility Fund - Storm
20,000
20,000
Utility Fund - Water
40,000
40,000
Total
1,100,000
1,100,000
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'roject# ENG -13-010
'rojectName Reconstruct: Tracy Avenue
2013 thru 2017
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 5Important
Status Active
Description
This project will reconstruct Municipal State Aid designated Tracy Avenue from TH62 to Benton Avenue. This roadway will provide for a
new roadway section and will bring the road into compliance with Municipal State Aid standards. Bike lanes along with sidewalk(s) will be
included with this upgrade. The bridge over TH62 is not included in this Capital Plan sheet.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the a¢ina infrastructure of the Citv."
Expenditures
Prior 2013 2014 2015
2016
2017 Future Total
Planning/Design
200,000
164,000
364,000
Construction/Maintenance
936,000
936,000
Total
200,000
1,100,000
1,300,000
Funding Sources
Prior 2013 2014 2015
2016
2017 Future Total
Municipal State Aid
700,000
700,000
Special Assessments
145,000
145,000
Utility Fund - Sewer
145,000
145,000
Utility Fund - Storm
90,000
90,000
Utility Fund - Water
220,000
220,000
Total
1,300,000
1,300,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
Project# ENG -13-015
Project Name Mill and Overlay: Benton Avenue
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 5Important
Status Active
Description
2013 thru 2017
This project involves milling 2" of the distressed pavement and repaving a new surface of Municipal State Aid designated Benton Avenue from
Hansen Road to THIN. This type of rehabilitation technique along with proper sealcoating will provide approximately 20 additional years to
the life of the pavement.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design 70,000 70,000
Construction/Maintenance 380,000 380,000
Total
Funding Sources
Bonds - Public Improvement Re
Municipal State Aid
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450,000
450,000
Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
70,000 70,000
380,000 380,000
Total 450,000 450,000
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r1ty of F.ciina_ MN
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design
Construction/Maintenance
Total
50,000
400,000
450,000
50,000
400,000
450,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Bonds - Public Improvement Re 50,000 50,000
Municipal State Aid 350,000 350,000
Utility Fund - Sewer 25,000 25,000
Utility Fund - Storm 15,000 15,000
Utility Fund - Water 10,000 10,000
TOW 450,000 450,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
'roject# PW -01-012
'rojectName Reconstruct: W 54th St. (Wooddale to France)
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Unassigned Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 1 Critical
Status Active
Description
2013 thru 2017
This project will reconstruct Municipal State Aid designated 54th Street West from Wooddale Avenue to France Avenue. This roadway will
provide for a new roadway section and will bring the road into compliance with Municipal State Aid standards. Bike lanes along with
sidewalk(s) will be included with this upgrade. This project will be constructed in conjunction with the reconstruction of the bridge over
Minnehaha Creek.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure". This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures
Prior 2013
2014 2015 2016
2017 Future Total
Planning/Design
150,000
158,000
308,000
Construction/Maintenance
I
792,000
792,000
Total
150,000
950,000
1,100,000
Funding Sources
Prior 2013
2014 2015 2016
2017 Future Total
Municipal State Aid
880,000
880,000
Special Assessments
140,000
140,000
Utility Fund - Sewer
20,000
20,000
Utility Fund - Storm
20,000
20,000
Utility Fund - Water
40,000
40,000
Total
1,100,000
1,100,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
Project # PW -04-001
Project Name Reconstruct: W 58th St (Wooddale to France)
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Unassigned Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 4
2013 thru 2017
Status Active
Description
This project will reconstruct Municipal State Aid designated 58th Street West from Wooddale Avenue to France Avenue. This roadway will
provide for a new roadway section and will bring the road into compliance with Municipal State Aid standards. Bike lanes along with
sidewalk(s) will be included with this upgrade.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design 150,000 158,000 308,000
Construction/Maintenance 792,000 792,000
Total
Funding Sources
Municipal State Aid
Special Assessments
Utility Fund - Sewer
Utility Fund - Storm
Utility Fund - Water
Total
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150,000 950,000 1,100,000
Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
880,000
880,000
140,000
140,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
40,000
40,000
1,100,000
1,100,000
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City of Edina, MN
Project # Pw-05-003
Project Name Bridge: 54th Street Bridge
2013 thru 2017
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life 100 years Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 1 Critical
Status Active
Description
chis project will reconstruct the bridge over Minnehaha Creek. The bridge will be reconstructed in conjunction with the roadway
reconstruction project, see ENG -12-018.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to "continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design 180,000 100,000 280,000
Construction/Maintenance 720,000 720,000
Funding Sources
Total 180,000 820,000 1,000,000
Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Municipal State Aid 1,000,000 1,000,000
Total 1,000,000 1,000,000
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Capital Improvement Plan
City of Edina, MN
2013 thru 2017
Project # Pw-05-006
Project Name Mill & Overlay: Olinger Blvd (Vernon - Tracy)
Type Replace or repair Department Engineering
Useful Life Contact Engineering
Category Infrastructure Priority 4
Status Active
Description
This project involves milling 2" of the distressed pavement and repaving a new surface of Municipal State Aid designated Olinger Road from
Vernon Avenue to Tracy Avenue. This type of rehabilitation technique along with proper sealcoating will provide approximately 20 additional
years to the life of the pavement.
Justification
The need to improve this infrastructure was initiated by the vision of Edina's Vision 20/20 - "Livable Environment" and "A Sound Public
Infrastructure." This project also meets the objectives of Edina's Vision 20/20 of "Maintain strong residential neighborhoods" and
"Accommodate the efficient movement of people and goods in and around Edina."
This need is also emphasized in the 2008 Edina Comprehensive Plan to 'continue to improve the aging infrastructure of the City."
Expenditures Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Planning/Design 100,000 100,000
Construction/Maintenance 700,000 700,000
Total 800,000 800,000
Funding Sources Prior 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Future Total
Bonds - Public Improvement Re 100,000 100,000
Municipal State Aid 700,000 700,000
Total 800,000 800,000
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To: Edina Transportation Commission
From: Byron Theis — Traffic Safety Coordinator
Date: December 13, 2012
Subject: Traffic Safety Committee Report of December 12, 2012
Agenda Item #: VI. B.
Action
Discussion ❑
Information ❑
Action Requested:
Review and recommend Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) Report of Wednesday December 12, 2012, be
forwarded to City Council for approval.
Information / Background:
It is not anticipated that residents will be in attendance at the meeting regarding any of the attached issues.
An overview of the comments from the Edina Transportation Commission (ETC) will be included in the staff
report provided to Council for their January 22, 2012 meeting.
Attachments:
Traffic Safety Review for December 12, 2012.
G:\Engineering\Infrastructure\Streets\Traffic\TRANSP COMM\Agendas\2012 R&R\20121220\Item VI.B. Traffic Safety Committee Report of December 12, 2012.docx
City of Edina a 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
TRAFFIC SAFETY COMMITTEE REPORT
40 Wednesday, December 12, 2012
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on
December 12. The Director of Engineering, Public Works Director, Police Traffic
Supervisor, and Traffic Safety Coordinator were in attendance for this meeting.
From these reviews, the recommendations below are provided. On each of the items,
persons involved have been contacted and 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 be included on the December 20, Edina
Transportation Commission and the January City Council agenda.
SECTION A:
Requests on which the Committee recommends approval:
At this time, there are no requests that are recommended for approval.
SECTION B:
• Requests on which the Committee recommends denial:
1. Request for a Yield sign at the intersection of Highland Road and
Westridge Boulevard.
This request is from a resident who lives on Westridge Boulevard. The
requestor states that vehicles are having a hard time seeing other vehicles
that are travelling on either road. The requestor also mentioned that the
high amount of children in the neighborhood makes driving dangerous
without sidewalks in the neighborhood. The requestor feels that placing a
Yield sign would be helpful for vehicles to establish a right-of-way. The
requestor also requested that the clear -zone be looked at for compliance.
There have been no relevant requests in this area. This intersection is Y-
shaped with Westridge Boulevard intersecting Highland Road at an angle
not at 90 degrees. There have also been zero crashes at this intersection
from 2001 to 2010. Pictures are provided below.
Westridge Boulevard is classified as a local roadway that has a width of
27 feet with curb and gutter. Highland Road is classified as a City Street
that has a width of 27 feet with curb and gutter. Both are bituminous
. Traffic Safety Committee Report Pagel of 8
December 12, 2012
streets with no sidewalks or parking restrictions on either side. Traffic
counts conducted at this intersection show that 283 vehicles enter the
intersection on a typical weekday.
A check for compliance for clear zone was conducted, and was determined
that the corner is in compliance with the city code for clear zones.
The MNMUTCD has standards in which a Yield sign can be placed at an
intersection and are provided below:
A. The combined vehicular, bicycle, and pedestrian volume entering the
intersection from all approaches averages more than 2, 000 units per day;
B. The ability to see conflicting traffic on an approach is not sufficient to
allow a road user to stop or yield in compliance with the normal right-of-
way rule if such stopping or yielding is necessary; andlor
C. Crash records indicate that five or more crashes that involve the failure
to yield the right-of-way at the intersection under the normal right-of-way
rule have been reported within a 3 -year period, or that three or more such
crashes have been reported within a 2 -year period.
YIELD or STOP signs should not be used for speed control.
. This intersection does not meet warrants set out by the MNMUTCD.
Observations conducted at this intersection show no other special
considerations.
Staff recommends denial of request for a Yield sign.
Traffic Safety Committee Report Page 2 of 8
December 12, 2012
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Traffic Safety Committee Report Page 3 of 8
December 12, 2012
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Photo 3: Westridge Boulevard looking towards Highland Road
Traffic Safety Committee Report Page 4 of 8
December 12, 2012
2. Request for parking restrictions on Antrim Road south of Chapel Drive.
This request is from a resident who lives on Antrim Road. The requestor
has stated that traffic is parking and restricting the sightlines of both
Chapel Drive and their driveway. Requestor states that the vehicles are
driven by high school students who park on Antrim Road and walk to
school. The requestor feels that parking restrictions would help disperse
the density of vehicles parked next to Chapel Drive.
This is a T -intersection with Antrim Road running north -south and Chapel
Drive running east -west. This intersection is also close to Valley View
Road. A total of 10 houses would be affected if the restriction were
placed from Chapel Drive to 701h Street West. Pictures are provided
below.
Antrim Road is classified as a Collector street with an Average Daily
Traffic (ADT) of 4104 vehicles with an 85th percentile speed of 36.4 MPH
south of Chapel Drive. The street is 43 feet wide with curb and gutter on
both sides.
Crash records show two crashes at this intersection from 2001 to 2011.
One was property damage only in 2002 and the other was a possible injury
in 2010. Observations conducted at this intersection conclude vehicles
parked on Antrim Road are high school students who park and walk to
school. Parking restrictions restricting at certain times could alleviate the
issue, however the restrictions would apply to residents as well. After
discussion, it was recommended that placing parking restrictions would
not be necessary. Enforcement of City Code for parking near a driveway
and parking near an intersection would eliminate issues with sightlines.
Staff recommends denial of the request for parking restrictions.
. Traffic Safety Committee Report Page 5 of 8
December 12, 2012
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Photo 4: Antrim Road looking south
Traffic Safety Committee Report Page 6 of 8
December 12, 2012
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SECTION C:
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Requests that are deferred to a later date or referred to others.
At this time, there are no requests that require deferral to a later date.
SECTION D:
Other traffic safety issues handled.
1. Call from a resident requesting traffic counts on Interlachen Boulevard
from Schaefer Road to Ride Road. The 2005 traffic counts show an ADT
of 2198 vehicles and an 85' percentile speed of 29.4 MPH.
2. Call from a resident requesting a sign to inform drivers of pedestrian
crossings on Edina Industrial Boulevard and TH 100. Resident was
Traffic Safety Committee Report Page 7 of 8
December 12, 2012
To: Edina Transportation Commission
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering
Date: December 20, 2012
Subject: Meeting Schedule for 2013
Action Requested:
Review and approve the attached meeting schedule for 2013.
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Agenda Item P. VI. C.
Action
Discussion ❑
Information ❑
Information / Background:
Below is the proposed 2013 meeting schedule. Please note that the October meeting is proposed for the
fourth Thursday versus the third Thursday due to MEA Week.
Thursday
January 17
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Thursday
February 21
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
March 21
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
April 18
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
Thursday
May 16
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 PM
COMMUNITY ROOM
Thursday
June 20
Regular ETC Meeting
6:00 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
The 2013 City of Edina Council, Advisory Boards and Commissions Meetings and Holiday Schedule will be
emailed to everyone next week.
G:\Engineering\Infrastructure\Streets\Traffic\TRANSP COMM\Agendas\2012 R&R\20121220\Item VI.C. Meeting Schedule for 2013.docx
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
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Bike Edina Task Force: News & Meeting Outcomes
November 8, 2012
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, SHIP contact Robyn Wiesman, 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, Donald Eyberg, Sally Dunn,
• Don Eyberg, Tom Randall, Jennifer Janovy
• Absent: Lori Richman, Alex Johnson, Marty Mathis, Brad Schaeppi, Carl Follstad,
Larry Olson, Alice Hulbert, Ellen Jones, Kirk Johnson
• Guests: Steve Clark
• Recorded by: Peter Kelley
1. Wooddale Avenue and Bike Boulevard discussion — The majority of this month's
meeting was devoted to a discussion of the new advisory bike lanes on Wooddale Ave.
There was general sense of disappoint regarding the highly charged negative reactions to
the lanes, but an understanding of how the lanes might be confusing for drivers. Future
bike projects in the city clearly need to be better communicated to residents in advance,
especially anything new or unusual. Steve Clark from Transit for Livable Communities
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(TLC) attended the meeting and clarified that the advisory lane project was a study and
• that the TLC needed actual usage data from the city. All agreed that it was too soon to
suggest changes to the current design. Steve stated that if the results demonstrated the
new lanes didn't improve safety, TLC wouldn't continue to support them, but that they
needed actual data. He pointed out that a similar treatment in Mpls had reduced accidents
from approximately 10 a year to 0 so far this year. Steve stated that TLC might have
funds to help city conduct the evaluation if needed.
The group universally agreed that Wooddale Ave was a critical bike route in the city and
that it must retain some type of road markings. Alternative options were discussed: green
lanes/boxes similar to treatment on Valle View Road(questions about durability were
raised), Mpls examples of chevrons with bike indication (Steve pointed out that any
options other than a lane would not allow the speed limit to be reduced), removal of the
parking lane and establishment of dedicated bike lanes(recognized as unlikely). One
possible benefit off the new lanes is that it is getting citizens talking about biking and
bike infrastructure. We appreciate the dialog that has sprung up.
2. Priorities for 2013 -- The group held a brief discussion of possible BETF priorities for
the coming year.
a. League of American Bicyclists designation — past efforts resulted in an honorable
mention for the City. Given all the new bike infrastructure in the city, it may be
time to consider applying again in 2013 or prepping for a possible 2014
application. Kirk Johnson has agreed to lead the effort.
b. Living Streets —work with the Edina Transportation Commisssion (ETC) to
clarify policy and assist with implementation.
c. Education — continue to conduct annual Bike Rodeo, increase efforts around Safe
Routes to School and other activities that will improve bike safety in the city
d. Recruit new members.
e. Develop relationships with biking groups from neighboring communities to better
coordinate and integrate our efforts.
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Edina Transportation Commission — Transportation Options Working Group
• Meeting Minutes from 11/13/12
In attendance: Courtney L.B. Whited, Andy Brown, Maria Sanchez, Sue Weigle, Hope
Melton, Peggy Gaard, Susie Johnson, Elin Schold-Davis.
Not in attendance: Fred Arndt, Robin Rohr, David Messenbourg.
1. Everyone went around the room and introduced themselves. Courtney sent
around a member rooster sheet for everyone to list their name and contact
information. See attached.
2. Presentation from Trish Halko, Joelyn Malone, Arlene Forrest and Elin Schold-
Davis who are the members of the ITN (Independent Transportation Network) for
the Twin Cities metro area. Their focus is to begin this transportation service in
Edina and spread it out to the rest of the Twin Cities metro area. See attached
Power Point ITN presentation. All members present completed a ETC -
Transportation Options Working Group Transit Needs check -list during this
presentation. See attached check -list that was completed by Courtney for a
sampling of one review of the program.
a. Hope expressed her concern of adding another program to the already
fragmented transportation system in the Twin Cities metro area and even
in Edina. Hope asked what is the value added by this program. Trish
responded that ITN hopes to fill a gap that no other program can fill which
is door through door volunteer driver transportation that does not have
• income guidelines or geographical boundaries within the Twin Cities
metro area.
b. Courtney expressed concern that ITN would be competing for the very
limited funds for the existing transportation programs. Courtney further
stated that VEAP (Volunteers Enlisted to Assist People) is firmly rooted in
the Edina community.
c. Sue asked how ITN in other metro areas coordinated with existing
programs. Trish stated that ITN is experienced in this issue and will assist
her ITN group with this.
d. Peggy stated she likes the credits that people can accrue for either
donating a vehicle to the program or volunteering their time in any
location.
e. Trish stated this ITN member group started discussing the formation of the
ITN Twin Cities metro area affiliate about two years ago.
3. The group decided that the December meeting would be entirely spent on
reviewing our completed check -lists from our reviews of all of the transportation
options. Someone will bring their laptop computer so we can tabulate and
formulate our formal recommendation to the ETC on the spot.
4. Our next meeting is Tuesday, December 18th from 5 — 6pm at the Edina Senior
Center.
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From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering Action ❑
Discussion
Date: December 20, 2012 Information
Subject: Communications Committee — Draft City of Edina Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy
Statement
Action Requested:
No action requested.
Information / Background:
The Communications Committee requested distribution to the ETC of the attached items for discussion at
the ETC meeting.
Attachments:
Memo from ETC Communication Committee to ETC
Draft City of Edina Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy Statement
G.\Engineering\Infrastructure\Streets\TrafFc\TRANSP COMM\Agendas\2012 R&R\20121220\Item VI.D.v. Communications Committee - Draft City of Edina Pedestrian
and Bicycling Policy Statement.docx
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
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From: ETC Communications Committee
To: ETC
Re: Draft City of Edina Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy Statement
Situation
New bike facilities have highlighted the need to communicate effectively with residents about
these facilities. Sidewalk projects demonstrate the same need.
The ETC Communications Committee has met to discuss approaches to improve
communication with the public regarding non -motorized transportation. The committee identified
a need for an accessible policy statement in support of non -motorized transportation facilities.
The committee developed the attached draft Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy Statement in
response to this need.
Background
Non -motorized transportation facilities are supported in the City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive
Plan. Supportive statements are found in Chapter 4: Land Use; Chapter 7: Transportation;
Chapter 9: Parks, Open Space, and Natural Resources; and Chapter 11: Community Services
and Facilities.
Although the Comprehensive Plan was developed with public input and is available online for
reference, it is not an effective tool for communicating the City's non -motorized transportation
priorities because of its length and fact that statements in support of non -motorized
transportation are spread throughout multiple chapters.
The communications committee determined that a clear and accessible policy statement in
support of these facilities will aid communication with residents and improve residents'
understanding of the City's non -motorized transportation priorities.
Analysis
Relationship to Comprehensive Plan
The City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive Plan sets policies, goals, and principles related to non -
motorized transportation that provide the basis for the attached Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy
Statement.
Relationship to Living Streets Policy
The City Council directed the ETC to pursue a Living Streets Policy and Implementation Plan in
May 2011. Although good progress has been made, it is anticipated that a completed policy and
implementation plan may still be 18-24 months away. The attached Pedestrian and Bicycling
12/11/2012 1
Policy Statement can help to guide pedestrian and bicycling policy/plan development and
• support decisions to recommend and implement pedestrian and bicycle improvements as part of
capital improvement projects.
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Relationship to PACS funding
The City Council recently instituted gas and electricity customer franchise fees. The revenue
from these fees will be accounted for in a new Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety (PACS) fund and
dedicated to pedestrian and bicycling improvements. The Pedestrian and Bicyclist Policy
Statement provides policy support for the establishment and use of this fund.
The first project related to this fund will be to prioritize sidewalk and bicycle facility projects. The
attached sidewalk and bicycle facilities maps should be further refined to aid planning and
prioritization. The Pedestrian and Bicyclist Policy Statement provides policy support for these
efforts.
Recommendation
Discuss attached draft Policy Statement and provide comment. If so desired, forward to the City
Council for comment and approval.
Attachments
DRAFT Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy Statement
Sidewalk map (December 2011)
Bicycle facilities map (November 2012)
12/11/2012 2
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City of Edina Pedestrian and Bicycling Policy Statement (DRAFT)
Purpose
The City of Edina is providing this Policy Statement to reflect the City's support for the
development and maintenance of a fully integrated multi -modal transportation system in
Edina.
Multi -modal transportation networks foster safer, more livable, family -friendly communities;
enhance the value of adjacent land uses; and promote economic vitality. Pedestrian and
bicycling networks increase the value of transit investments and provide local connections to
the regional non -motorized transportation system. Pedestrian and bicycling networks
encourage active living; increase civic space and encourage human interaction; and
contribute to a reduction in energy consumption, motor vehicle emissions, and wear and tear
on local roads.
Authority
The City of Edina's 2008 Comprehensive Plan sets policies, goals, and principles related to
non -motorized transportation that provide the basis for this Policy Statement.
Policy Statement
Transportation is essential to quality of life. Walking and bicycling provide necessary
transportation for those who cannot drive due to age, ability, or income level. For those who
have a choice, walking and bicycling provide efficient transportation for local trips and can be
combined with transit to significantly increase trip distance. The City of Edina is committed to
enhancing the quality of life through transportation for all who live and work in Edina.
In keeping with this commitment, it is City of Edina policy to provide a safe and convenient
environment for walking and bicycling on all public streets in Edina.
In support of this policy, the City of Edina will:
1. Plan, fund, and implement improvements to the local transportation system that
equitably balance the needs of motorists, transit users, pedestrians and bicyclists.
2. Incorporate pedestrian and bicycling improvements into all bridge and roadway
reconstruction/rehabilitation projects according to the context; prioritize the
transportation right of way for mobility (all modes).
3. Go beyond minimum design standards when possible and meet all applicable
. ADA/PROWAG requirements.
4. Develop and implement clear and effective policies for traffic calming, traffic control
• devices, on -street parking, and crosswalks.
5. Consider and meet the needs of pedestrians and bicyclists when maintaining
transportation facilities; remove snow from sidewalks and bicycle and shared use
paths.
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6. Consider and meet the needs of pedestrians and bicyclists when enforcing traffic
laws and responding to traffic complaints.
7. Include minimum requirements for sidewalks, pedestrian and bicycle access, and
bicycle parking in the City's zoning code for all projects requiring site plan approval to
ensure a connected non -motorized transportation network.
8. Work with Edina Public Schools and Edina private schools to identify and provide
active routes to school.
9. Anticipate future demand for walking, bicycling and access to transit when developing
and implementing transportation and land use plans.
10. Establish and use walking and bicycling metrics to evaluate plans and completed
projects for impact on goals and conformance to best practices, stated priorities, and
guiding policies.
11. Provide ongoing public outreach and education about this Policy Statement and non -
motorized transportation projects.
Supporting Policies
Like our roadways, transportation policies are interconnected. Below are links to important
federal, state, regional and county non -motorized transportation policies. These links are
included for reference and are not a part of the Policy Statement.
USDOT Policy Statement on Bicycle and Pedestrian Accommodation Regulations and
Recommendations (March 11, 2010):
httg://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/bicycle pedestrian/overview/policy accom.cfm
MnDOT Complete Streets: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/planning/completestreets/
Metropolitan Council Transportation Policy Plan, Chapter 9:
http://www.metrocouncil.org/planning/transportation/tpp/2010/9 Bike&Ped.pdf
Hennepin County Complete Streets Policy: http:/twww.hennepin.us/completestreets
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City of Edina
Draft Pedestrian Facilities -Fig 8.8
Existing Bituminous Sidewalk Proposed BusinesslParkiSchool Sidewalk
Existing Concrete Sidewalk Proposed Sidewalk on Roads Classified Collector & Above
Existing Park Pattiway Proposed State -Aid Sidewalk
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Engineering Dept
December, 2011
To: Edina Transportation Commission
From: Wayne D. Houle, PE, Director of Engineering
Date: December 20, 2012
Subject: Correspondence Relating to Transportation Issues
Action Requested:
No action requested.
Agenda Item M VII. A.
Action ❑
Discussion ❑
Information
Information / Background:
Attached is correspondence from the latest City Council packets and other sources relating to
transportation issues.
Attachments:
Correspondence
G:\Engineering\Infrastructure\Streets\Traffic\TRANSP COMM\Agendas\2012 R&R\20121220\Item VILA. 2013 Capital Improvement Plan and Work Plan Update.docx
City of Edina • 4801 W. 501h St. • Edina, MN 55424
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From: Rick Naymark [mailto:ricknaymark@gmail.coml
Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 10:15 PM
To: Edina Mail
Subject: for Mayor Hovland
Dear Mayor,
I live just off of Wooddale on Tower Street. I drive Wooddale often and also bike it. I have concerns about the
recent bike/park lane markings. I know you have heard an earful (and then some) about this issue, so I am sorry
to add to the fray. But I think the situation is dangerous and still needs to be fixed. The yellow markers that
were placed on the street helped a little, but they seem to be unsticking and disappearing.
I have seen cars swerve all over, not knowing where to be, and I fear for a collission and injury. As a biker, I
would have no problem just biking in the parking lane when heading north. I can bike around any parked cars
and be on the lookout for traffic. I know some on the city council want to encourage bikeways, which I support,
but Wooddale is not the place to take that stand.
I'd like to see a double yellow line painted, on Wooddale and the north bike lane removed, for the safety of all. I
think you have been on the side of the double yellow line solution, and I support you.
Rick Naymark
Rick Naymark
Naymark Marketing, Inc.
ricknaymark@gmail.com
612-875-9081
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From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail
Sent: Monday, November 19, 2012 2:49 PM
To: Ann Braden; Courtney Whited; 'Jennifer Janovy'; 'Michael Thompson'; Nathan Franzen; 'Paul Nelson'; Steven Schweiger;
Surya Iyer; Tom LaForce
Cc: Susan Howl
Subject: FW: Wooddale Bike Lanes again ... For City Council and Transportation
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From: Kathy Dahlheimer Finailto:kdahlheimer(cbcomcast.netl
Sent: Friday, November 16, 2012 6:45 PM
To: Edina Mail
Subject: Wooddale Bike Lanes again... For City Council and Transportation
Hello ... Just returned from one of my usual 4-5 trips on Wooddale Avenue and really could not believe what I saw at rush
hour. As I checked the oncoming traffic going south on Wooddale in order to make a right from West 60th I observed a
car basically thinking the road was a one way so they were pretty much in the left. You can imagine the mess as people
at Valley View are trying to make a right to go North on Wooddale. At least 5 near misses for an accident. This happened
because these markings are just a big mess and create confusion. I just read the article in the Sun Currant and must note
that Wooddale Avenue in Edina really should not be compared to Europe! This may work in Europe but it is not working
on Wooddale.
Thanks for whatever you can do to make this road safer.
Kathleen Dahlheimer
Wayne Houle
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Susan Howl
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From: Rick Naymark rmailto:ricknaymarkCa3)gmail.com1
Sent: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 10:15 PM
To: Edina Mail
Subject: for Mayor Hovland
Dear Mayor,
I live just off of Wooddale on Tower Street. I drive Wooddale often and also bike it. I have concerns about the
recent bike/park lane markings. I know you have heard an earful (and then some) about this issue, so I am sorry
to add to the fray. But I think the situation is dangerous and still needs to be fixed. The yellow markers that
were placed on the street helped a little, but they seem to be unsticking and disappearing.
I have seen cars swerve all over, not knowing where to be, and I fear for a collission and injury. As a biker, I
would have no problem just biking in the parking lane when heading north. I can bike around any parked cars
and be on the lookout for traffic. I know some on the city council want to encourage bikeways, which I support,
but Wooddale is not the place to take that stand.
I'd like to see a double yellow line painted on Wooddale and the north bike lane removed, for the safety of all
think you have been on the side of the double yellow line solution, and I support you.
Rick Naymark
Rick Naymark
Naymark Marketing, Inc.
ricknUmark@gmail.com
612-875-9081
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Susan Howl
From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail
Sent: Thursday, November 15, 2012 3:12 PM
Cc: Susan Howl
Subject: FW: Wooddale Avenue
Lynette Biunno, Receptionist
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From: Jack Moran fmailto•iack raceberryiam.coml
Sent: Thursday, November 15, 2012 3:05 PM
To: Edina Mail
Subject: Wooddale Avenue
This is for the Mayor.
I attended the meeting at Wooddale Church last week. I would like to re -advance the idea I offered.
Wooddale is simply not wide enough for two bike lanes and a parking bay, especially below 56th Street (we have lived
at 5429 Wooddale for more than 40 years). The parking lane has been useful in calming traffic. But it is not often
occupied with cars.
I suggested that the bike lane on the west side of the street be made non -advisory, and that bikes share the road with
the parking lane on the east side. Mr. Clark immediately responded that, when this scheme has been used elsewhere,
bikes gravitated to the dedicated parking lane in both directions. I could see that happening if the bike lane were on one
side of the street and the other side was completely open to automotive traffic, but not in the configuration I propose.
As someone else pointed out, bikes did go both ways in the parking lane until the bike lanes came to be. They may still
do so if they are not confident of their safety in the advisory lane on the west side.
It is true that passing a parked car can be dangerous. I biked to and from the U of M for more than 20 years and I
learned to exercise caution. Nevertheless I think that the present configuration of Wooddale Avenue is even more,
dangerous.
Thank you for your consideration.
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There were a number of comments made at the meeting with which we take exception. One person that spoke
for 12 minutes without interruption made the comment six times that Wooddale Ave is not a residential street
but a "thoroughfare". We strongly disagree. Perhaps if that person actually lived on Wooddale Ave, she might
feel differently. Our residence is on this street, families with children live on Wooddale, people walk dogs on
the sidewalk and yes, some people actually want to ride a bike on Wooddale. We could not disagree more
strongly with the comment about how it is appropriate to have bikers use the sidewalk. It is extremely unsafe.
For all of the rhetoric about "near misses" of car accidents because of the advisory lanes, we would like the
mayor and council to know that we personally have had countless "near misses" of hitting people (mostly
children) riding their bicycles on the sidewalk while we are backing out of our driveway. It is a difficult road to
back out onto as it is as cars routinely drive 40-45 miles an hour and then having to look for people on bicycles
riding where they shouldn't be is an accident waiting to happen. Expecting bicycle riders to use Kellogg Ave or
St. Johns Ave as alternates is no more practical than expecting motorists to do that. Cars and bicycles should be
able to both be on Wooddale Ave. As for the comment that number of bicycle riders is no more that 3-4 a day,
that is entirely incorrect. We are out in our front yard as much as anyone and walk our dog at least twice a day,
and the number of bicycle riders have definitely increased since the lanes were put in especially while the
weather was nicer. Now that it is November and it is colder, of course, there are going to be fewer people out on
bicycles. Yesterday, when it was 70 degrees, we counted over 20 bicycle riders in the 3 hours we were out
doing yardwork. And lastly, the comment that the mayor and the two city council members that spoke out about
the bike lanes may have done so to solicit support for their reelection deserved a far greater rebuke than the
mayor's. reply. That was reprehensible.
We would like to compliment Mr. Hovland for taking the time and effort to hold the meeting to try to provide
information and also a forum for the residents. It was clear that he came to the meeting to listen and also try to
help resolve some of the issues that have arisen with the implementation of the advisory bike lanes. We would
agree that more time is needed to see how they are going to work and that the city will need objective
information to make decisions about policy, not basing them on who can shout the loudest or make threats to
sue the city. We would applaud the mayor and city council for taking steps to encourage people to bike and
walk in Edina. It is good for all of our health as well as the environment, and reducing the number of cars on
our streets should continue to be a goal.
Thank you for taking the time to read this and for your service to Edina.
Respectfully,
Patty and Darrell Krieger
5241' Wooddale Ave
Edina
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Good morning,
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From: Tom DeBoom [mailto:Tom DeBoomCabgenmills.coml
Sent: Monday, November 05, 2012 4:31 PM
To: Edina Mail
Subject: Wooddale avenue is unsafe
Mayor,
Please restore safety to Wooddale Avenue.
As it is, there is no way the new bike lines and no center line is doing anything except confusing people and making it
very dangerous.
I have one child who just passed her driver's test and more on the way. I can't even begin to explain to them how to
safely navigate that road.
Who will be paying for the lawsuits against the city when there are accidents or worse on account of the new intended
use of the public streets?
My tax dollars are stretched enough in Edina.
Your job is to make our community safe and use our tax dollars wisely.
The bike lane stuff has gone crazy and fails both of these tests.
Tom DeBoom
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Susan Howl
From: Eric Fantin <Eric.Fantin@cfsmn.com>
Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 3:24 PM
To: 'Constance Fantin'
Subject: FW: 61st and Kellogg Ave
From: Byron Theis [maiIto: BTheis@Edina MN.govl
Sent: Tuesday, November 13, 2012 2:45 PM
To: Eric Fantin; 'cfantin@juno.com'; 'sharon.hammond@hotmail.com'; 'jenneabotts@gmail.com'; 'kituijanet@yahoo.com';
'mhlarsen@usfamily.net'; 'crowleyporter@gmail.com'; 'tiasmythe@gmail.com'
Subject: 61st and Kellogg Ave
Attention,
If you are receiving this, it is because you have emailed the City of Edina or me with concerns about the intersection of
West 61St Street and Kellogg Avenue. Last week, the Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) met and discussed the request for
placing stop signs at the requested intersection. The TSC recommended that the request should be denied due to lack
of warrants.
The next step is for the Edina Transportation Committee (ETC) to hear and make recommendations for the
requests. The next meeting will be this Thursday, the 15th, at 6 PM in Edina City Hall. After the ETC meeting, the City
Council will hear the recommendations. The City Council ultimately makes the final decision on sign placement in
Edina. This request will most likely be heard at the December 4th meeting by the Council, which is open to the public. If
you disagree with the recommendation of the TSC, you can attend the meetings and present your viewpoint.
The warrants used for determining the placement of a Stop sign can be found here:
http•llwww dot state mn us/trafficeng/publ/mutcd/mnmutcd2012lmn-mutcd-2B-2012.pdf
The specific page for placing Stop signs is on 213-9. It states:
The use of STOP signs on the minor -street approaches should be considered if engineering judgment indicates that a stop is always
required because of one or more of the following conditions:
A. The vehicular traffic volumes on the through street or highway exceed 6,000 vehicles per day;
B. A restricted view exists that requires road users to stop in order to adequately observe conflicting traffic on
the through street or highway; and/or
C. Crash records indicate that three or more crashes that are susceptible to correction by the installation of a STOP sign have
been reported within a 12 -month period, or that five or more such crashes have been reported within a 2 -year period. Such
crashes include right-angle collisions involving road users on the minor -street approach failing to yield the right-of-way to
traffic on the through street or highway
Contact me with any further questions or concerns.
Regards,
Byron Theis, Traffic Safety Coordinator
952-826-0349 1 Fax 952-826-0392
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From: Lynette Biunno on behalf of Edina Mail
Sent: Friday, November 16, 2012 1:08 PM
Cc: Susan Howl
Subject: FW: Lake Edina Sidewalk Proposal. Please forward to Mayor Hovland and the Edina City Council.
Attachments: doc20121115101429.pdf
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From: Liz Horstman[mailto:lizhorstmanC@comcast.netl
Sent: Friday, November 16, 2012 9:42 AM
To: Edina Mail
Cc: Chad Millner; Robb Horstman
Subject: RE: Lake Edina Sidewalk Proposal. Please forward to Mayor Hovland and the Edina City Council.
(City of Edina, please forward this message on to Mayor Hovland and the Edina City Council members. Thank you.)
Mayor Hovland, Edina City Council members,
My husband and I attended an Edina Engineering Department sponsored, Lake Edina neighborhood meeting on Wednesday
November 7, 2012. One of the main topics of this meeting was the proposal by the Edina Transportation Commission to install a
sidewalk on Normandale Road to Hibiscus Avenue to Kellogg Avenue. The Engineering Department did a thorough job drawing up
plans to show neighborhood residents the proposed route of the sidewalk. This proposed route is down the east side of Nonnandale
Avenue, continuing along the north side of Hibiscus Avenue and either ending where Hibiscus Avenue dead ends into Kellogg
Avenue or continuing south on the east side of Kellogg Avenue to the dead end adjacent to Fred Richards Golf Course and Lake Edina
Park.
Living at 4708 Hibiscus Ave. on the north side of the road where the sidewalk is planned, my husband and I have a number of
concerns regarding the proposed sidewalk and the process leading up to its recommendation. I am asking that you take the time to
read the memo attached below outlining our concerns, this memo is 2 pages long followed by 5 pages of documentation/maps. I met
with Chad Millner, Edina Engineering Department, and have done my best to research the entire process and situation in an attempt to
provide accurate infonnation.
I appreciate the time and effort the Edina Engineering Department has given to speak to me individually, as well as to prepare and
present the sidewalk proposal to the neighborhood. Thank you in advance for your consideration of this matter, I would be happy to
discuss this proposal or my memo with anyone interested. My contact infonnation is below.
Liz Horstman
4708 Hibiscus Ave.
(mobile) 612-207-4477
(home) 952-920-3460 - generally used for messages only
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11/15/2012
Liz Horstman, 4708 Hibiscus Ave., 612-207-4477
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According to the City of Edina Engineerin partment, about 1000 cars/day travel on the
very north section of Normandale Ave. just south of 7011, Street. Proceeding south on
Normandale Ave. this number drops off quickly as cars turn into the adjacent streets. At
the south end Normandale Ave. curves and becomes Hibiscus Ave.; there are only 200
cars/day traveling on Hibiscus Ave. well below the 500 car/day threshold used by the city
to determine sidewalk necessity.
Option 2b. could potentially provide access to Parklawn Ave., and from there to Centennial
Lakes Park and The Edina Blvd., and also to Gallagher Drive, which has been narrowed and
constructed for Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail inclusion.
However, construction of a pathway would be needed across the south end of Lake Edina
Park to provide this access, (pgs 4, 5). Although on the City of Edina's 2008 Comprehensive
Plan, Bicycle Facilities, Figure 7.11, (see pg 3) would construction of this pathway be
problematic as has been the Sidewalks portion of the Plan (pg 2). ?
Additionally about 15 years ago after a neighborhood meeting, John Kaprios decided
against recommending the construction of A Lake Edina planned play area for which the
footprint had been established (see picture attached). His explanation was safety concerns
due to golf balls coming over the fence from Fred Richards's golf course. Would this
concern also impact construction of a pathway?
3. Is the impact to homeowners bordering the sidewalk onerous?
a. Cost of snow removal. This would be a neighborhood sidewalk meaning the
homeowners on the side of the street with the sidewalk are responsible for snow,removal
and related costs. (Unlike a School, State -Aid or Business sidewalk which the City of Edina
generally plows.).
b. Home values. With this being the only neighborhood sidewalk in the Lake Edina area,
would the value of homes on the sidewalk be less relative to the value of the homes not on
the sidewalk due to maintenance costs and concerns? This is unlike an area such as
Country Club where there is parity because there are sidewalks on both sides of all streets
in the neighborhood.
4. Footprint of Normandale Rd., Hibiscus Ave., and Kellogg Ave with sidewalk in place.
a. The width of these streets with a sidewalk in place would decease to —27 feet while the
width of all other streets in the neighborhood remain at 31' - 32'. Is this inconsistency
within one neighborhood a concern?
b. The City of Edina 2008 Comprehensive Plan Update, Bicycle Facilities, Figure 7.11
(attached) shows a Primary Route on Hibiscus Ave east from West Shore Drive south on
Kellogg Ave. through Lake Edina Park to Parklawn Ave. Has this been considered? How
does it match up with the proposed sidewalk?
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Edina Transportation Commission
Roll -Call
December 20, 2012
Last Name
First Name
Signa ure
Bass
Katherine
Braden
Ann
Franzen
Nathan
Iyer
Surya
Janovy
Jennifer
LaForce
Tom
Nelson
Paul
Schwei er
Steven
Sierks
Caroline
Thompson
Michael
Whited
Courtney
Absent(b-day)