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Transportation Commission
City Of Edina, Minnesota
VIRTUAL MEETING
This meeting will be held electronically using Webex software. The meeting will be streamed
live on the City's YouTube channel, YouTube.com/EdinaTV or you can listen to the meeting
via telephone by calling 1-415-655-0001 with Access Code 133 608 8973.
Thursday, November 19, 2020
6:00 PM
I.Call To Order
II.Roll Call
III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda
IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes
A.Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of October 22, 2020
V.Reports/Recommendations
A.Tra"c Safety Report of October 27, 2020
B.2020 Work Plan Updates
C.2021 Work Plan Proposal Update
VI.Chair And Member Comments
A.Street Funding Task Force Update
VII.Sta. Comments
VIII.Calendar Of Events
A.Schedule of Upcoming Meetings and Events as of November 13,
2020
IX.Adjournment
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Date: November 19, 2020 Agenda Item #: IV.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Minutes
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of October
22, 2020
Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve the minutes of the Transportation Commission regular meeting of October 22, 2020.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached draft minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft Minutes, October 22, 2020
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
WebEx
October 22, 2020
I. Call To Order
Chair Richman called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Answering roll call were Commissioners Ahler, Johnson, Lafferty, McCarthy, Richman, Clark, Khariwala.
Late: Commissioners Kane, Plumb-Smith, Scherer, Atri
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni, Project Engineer Charlie Gerk, Assistant City
Engineer Aaron Ditzler
III. Approval Of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Ahler and seconded by Commissioner McCarthy to
approve the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. Approval Of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Ahler and seconded by Commissioner McCarthy
approving the September 17, 2020 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Commissioner Kane arrived at 6:10.
Commissioner Plumb-Smith arrived at 6:12.
Commissioner Atri arrived at 6:14.
Commissioner Scherer arrived at 6:35.
V. Reports/Recommendations
A. 2021 Roadway Reconstruction Projects
Project Engineer Charlie Gerk and Assistant City Engineer Aaron Ditzler presented the draft
engineering studies for the proposed 2021 roadway reconstruction projects. The following comments
were made:
• Melody Lake A&B/Grandview A/Birchcrest C
o In response to a question, staff clarified that the proposed 5’ sidewalk width for
Hansen Road is the City’s standard sidewalk width.
o In response to a question, staff explained that bike lanes on Code Avenue are not
proposed as part of this project as the neighborhood to the south was recently
reconstructed without bike lanes and Benton Avenue does not yet have a dedicated
bike facility.
o In response to a question, staff noted that no pedestrian or bicycle facility is
proposed adjacent to Tingdale Park.
o Tingdale Avenue connects between Melody Lake Park and Tingdale Park.
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o In response to a question, staff noted that a proposed shared-use path is anticipated
for Benton Avenue in the next 5 years.
o A bike facility should be considered for Hansen Road to connect to Yancey Park.
o The proposed 27’ street width only provides one travel lane if vehicles are parked
on both sides; this is not in the benefit of safety.
o In response to a question, staff explained that a topographic survey was conducted
within the project area to aid in designed the project and that presentations were
provided to property owners within the project area.
• Creek Knoll A/B
o The City should consider upgrading the pedestrian bridge over Minnehaha Creek at
Beard Avenue to be ADA-compliant as part of a future reconstruction project in
the neighborhood south of the creek.
o In response to a question, staff noted they have discussed the proposed sidewalk on
Beard Avenue with the property owner of 3501 West 54th Street. It was noted that
the house at this property is very close to the property line.
o In response to a question, staff noted that a proposed sidewalk on the east side of
France Avenue between Fuller Street and West 57th Street may be included with
the reconstruction project or may be constructed as a separate project in the same
year.
o The proposed sidewalk on the east side of France Avenue between Fuller Street and
West 57th Street will be a great addition.
B. Traffic Safety Report of September 29, 2020
The Commission reviewed the Traffic Safety Report of September 29, 2020.
Motion was made by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Lafferty to
approve the Traffic Safety Report of September 29, 2020. All voted aye. Motion carried.
C. Local Speed Limit Update
Staff Liaison Scipioni provided the Commission with a brief update on the City’s local speed limit
evaluation, including public engagement opportunities and review schedule.
D. 2020 Work Plan Updates
• #1 CloverRide – Commissioner Ahler will take over as lead Commissioner. Staff has reached
out to residential properties in Southdale to market available on-demand service.
• #2 Traffic Impact Studies – 6600 France and 7001 France have submitted formal
applications; staff will share associated traffic impact studies next week for review and comment.
• #3 Travel Demand Management – Staff will present draft policy in November for review
and comment.
• #4 TIS Framework – Staff has drafted five components; Estimated Trip Generation, Capacity
Analysis, Parking Analysis, Multi-Modal Facilities, and TDM Plan.
• #5 Educational Activities– #TransportationTuesday posts continue on Facebook and
Instagram; Commissioners were asked to like and share posts to expand reach.
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• #6 Traffic Safety Reports – Commissioner Richman requested staff note on the monthly
work plan progress report when the Commission makes recommendations on these reports.
• #7 CIP/PACS – Commission reviewed the 2021 roadway reconstruction projects; the PACS
equity criteria will be reviewed in November.
Commissioner Clark left at 7:30.
E. 2021 Work Plan Update
Commissioner Richman provided a recap of the October 7 City Council work session. Staff Liaison
Scipioni noted that the Planning Commission proposed some initiatives that may involve the
Transportation Commission, including a planning study for the Cahill Industrial Park and review of
zoning ordinances related to drive-thrus and on-street parking regulations. Scipioni also noted that City
Manager Scott Neal will present all Commission work plan proposals to City Council at their November
4 work session. Commissions can call in to listen to this meeting.
Commissioner Scherer left at 7:48.
F. Proposed 2021 Regular Meeting Dates
Staff Liaison Scipioni noted that October 2021 regular meeting date approved by the Commissioner last
month coincides with the start of the Minnesota Educator Academy (MEA) conference that year
(Thursday, October 21.)
Motion was made by Commissioner Lafferty and seconded by Commissioner Kane to
move the proposed October 2021 regular meeting date to October 28. All voted aye.
Motion carried.
VI. Chair and Member Comments
A. Street Funding Task Force Update
Commissioner Sherer was absent at this point in the meeting; no update provided.
Commissioner Ahler invited Commissioners to a candidate forum for City Council Sunday sponsored by the
Morningside neighborhood.
Commissioner Johnson requested that the Commission have access to more detailed crash data than what
is currently presented in the monthly Traffic Safety Reports.
Commissioner Kane noted that the data included in the monthly Traffic Safety Reports should be used to
set City goals and support data-driven decisions. Kane also asked if staff could apply the draft PACS equity
criteria to projects currently being proposed or designed.
Commissioner Richman expressed interest in applying the draft PACS equity criteria to upcoming projects.
Richman also noted that the West 58th Street reconstruction project is still on-going and asked about the
City’s level of oversight on the project.
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VII. Staff Comments
• The 2020 sidewalk projects are substantially completed.
• The West 58th Street sidewalks are mostly complete, and the street is paved west of France Avenue.
• City ordered new bike racks for Edina Liquor Store at 50th & France, will likely be installed next
spring.
• Engineering staff will meet with SRF tomorrow to discuss the status of their Safe Routes to School
study for Highlands, Cornelia and Creek Valley schools.
• Engineering staff intends to apply for grant funding for EV infrastructure through MnDOT’s Clean
Transportation Pilot Program.
VIII. Schedule of Meeting and Events as of October 16, 2020
For information purposes only, no discussion.
Commissioner Lafferty left at 8:05.
IX. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner Ahler and seconded by Commissioner Plumb-Smith to
adjourn the October 22, 2020 meeting at 8:05 p.m. All voted aye. Motion Carried.
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION ATTENDANCE
J F M A M J J A S O N D # of Mtgs Attendance %
Meetings/Work Sessions 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10
NAME
Ahler, Mindy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 90%
Johnson, Kirk 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 80%
Kane, Bocar 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10 100%
Lafferty, Peter 1 1 1 1 1 5 100%
McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 90%
Plumb-Smith, Jill 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 90%
Richman, Lori 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10 100%
Scherer, Matthew 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 80%
Atri, Nihar (s) 1 1 2 100%
Clark, Anna (s) 1 1 2 100%
Khariwala, Anand (s) 1 1 2 100%
Olson, Larry 1 1 Term Expired 2 N/A
Ruthruff, Erik 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Resigned 9 N/A
Erickson, Tayden (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Term Expired 7 N/A
Venell, Simon (s) 1 1 1 1 1 Term Expired 5 N/A
Date: November 19, 2020 Agenda Item #: V.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Item Activity:
Subject:Traffic Safety Report of October 27, 2020 Discussion
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Review and comment on the Traffic Safety Report of October 27, 2020.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached staff report. Comments received by the Commission will be included in the staff report provided to
City Council at their December 1 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Traffic Safety Report of October 27, 2020
November 19, 2020
Transportation Commission
Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Traffic Safety Report of October 27, 2020
Information / Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on October 27. The Traffic
Safety Coordinator, City Engineer, Streets Public Service Worker, Transportation Planner, Police Sergeant,
Public Works Director and Assistant City Planner were in attendance for these meetings.
On each of the items, persons involved have been contacted and the staff recommendation has been
discussed with them. They were informed that if they disagree with the recommendation or have additional
facts to present, they can submit correspondence to the Transportation Commission and/or to City Council
prior to the December 1 regular meeting.
Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends action
A1. Request to relocate a No Outlet sign for southbound traffic on Lincoln Dr at 7th St W
• Resident has witnessed large trucks making
U-turns in front of home and causing damage
to lawns.
• 2020 ADT is 1,700 south of 7th St W; ~400
larger than 2-axles.
• Location of No Outlet sign isn’t visible for
eastbound traffic on 7th St W until fully on
southbound Lincoln Dr.
Staff recommends adding a No Outlet sign visible
to eastbound traffic on 7th St W in the island
beside the free right turn onto Lincoln Dr.
Lincoln Dr at 7th St W
STAFF REPORT Page 2
Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action
B1. Request for parking restrictions on W 54th St between France Ave and Drew Ave
• Resident is concerned with traffic
flow when vehicles are parked on
both sides of W 54th St.
• W 54th St borders the City of
Minneapolis.
• Parking is allowed on both sides of
street.
• 2017 ADT was 800; 85% speeds
were 30.1 mph.
• Traffic circle is present at Drew Ave.
• W 54th St is scheduled for
reconstruction in 2021; the street is proposed to remain at its current 30’ width.
Staff recommends no action as the street is wide enough to accommodate two-way traffic
with on-street.
B2. Safety concerns at Countryside Elementary
• School hours are 7:50 a.m. – 2:25 p.m.
• Drivers are encouraged to enter Benton Ave
from Stuart Ave (from the northwest).
• Benton Ave has one-sided parking on the
north side.
• Resident is concerned about westbound
drivers dropping off students on Benton Ave
and crossing in front of eastbound vehicles.
• The current plan has been in place for the
past three school years.
Staff recommends no action. The transportation
plan provides adequate safety precautions when
followed.
B3. Requesting signage for bicyclists or motorists at
West Shore Dr and sidewalk connection to Aspacia
Cir
• Resident is concerned that eastbound
sidewalk users don’t yield to West Shore
traffic.
• ADT on West Shore Dr is 1,050.
• 85% speeds range from 32-35 mph.
• One crash occurred in 2018 near this
intersection.
Staff recommends no action. All users are responsible for checking sight lines before
entering a roadway.
Creek Knoll Neighborhood
Visual for southbound drivers on West Shore
Countryside Elementary pickup/drop-off plan
STAFF REPORT Page 3
B4. Continued requests to improve crosswalk on Interlachen Blvd at Vandervork Ave
• Many residents are concerned with level of
safety at this crossing.
• Residents note that visibility is compromised
around sunrise and sunset.
• One request was made to more the crossing
west to Oxford Ave, which is at the bottom
of the hill.
• ADT near this intersection is roughly 9,500.
• 85% speed is 33 mph.
• Three crashes have occurred near this intersection between 2011 and 2015.
• A 24-hour study in 2016 observed 29 crosses with 6 in the peak hour.
• Previously reviewed in June 2018, double-sided signs and an in-road sign have been
implemented; the in-road sign has been struck by vehicles on several occasions.
• Dynamic speed display signs are present west of Oxford Ave.
Staff recommends no action. The crossing treatments exceed existing warrants based on the
roadway characteristics.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. A submission was made concerned with business bandit signs located on France Ave near W 69th St.
The City’s Planning Department was informed for enforcement.
D2. A resident had continued concerns with vehicle speeds on Xerxes Ave due to detoured traffic from the
W 58th St reconstruction project. EPD was notified.
D3. A concern was raised about the height of stop signs for traffic on York Ave approaching Edinborough
Way. Hennepin County reviewed this request and is adding reflective strips on the signposts to improve
visibility.
D4. An online submission questioned the purpose for traffic cones on the Gleason Rd bridge over Highway
62. The resident was informed work is needed to repair the bridge following an accident this summer.
D5. A resident expressed concern about the intersection of W 42nd St and Monterey/Oakdale Aves related
to traffic control and pavement quality. The resident was informed this intersection is within the CIP for
reconstruction and to be prepared for future correspondence from the City.
D6. A resident requested a speed bump in the Walgreens parking lot or signage near the exit onto France
Ave south of W 49th St, stating drivers don’t look for pedestrians using the sidewalk on France. The parking
lot is privately owned and signs haven’t shown to improve driver or pedestrian behavior at parking lot
entrance into the public right of way.
D7. A submission was made about a damaged road closed sign on York Ave for the W 58th St closure. The
project contractor replaced the sign.
Interlachen crosswalk at Vandervork
Date: November 19, 2020 Agenda Item #: V.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2020 Work Plan Updates Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None; Commissioners will provide updates on the status of 2020 Work P lan initiatives (unless an item is
elsewhere on the current agenda).
INTRODUCTION:
See attached work plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2020 Work Plan Progress Report
Transportation Commission Approved by Council 12/3/19
2020 Work Plan
Initiative #1 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge
Continue Q3 3 (review and recommend)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
NA Staff Liaison, CTS
Initiative #2 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge
Ongoing Q4 2 (review and comment)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
Staff Liaison
NA
Progress Report:
Feb: Commission reviewed parking assessment for 4500 France Avenue.
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Jul: Commission reviewed traffic and parking study for 4425 Valley View Road.
Aug: No update.
Sep: 6600 and 7001 France Ave have been in for sketch plan, traffic studies will be shared when formal applications are received.
Jun: No update.
Oct: 6600 and 7001 France Ave have submitted formal applications, staff will share traffic studies next week.
Review and Recommend
Review and evaluate performance of CloverRide circulator services
(North and South) and make recommendations to Council for future
service after contracts expire.
Mindy Ahler
Review and Comment
Progress Report:
Jan: Task Force met 1/20. South Loop ridership has grown, while North Loop is struggling to attract riders. Next Task Force meeting is 3/13.
Feb: No update.
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Jul: South Loop resumed regular route service last week; Commissioner Ruthruff recommended Task Force resume meetings virtually.
Jun: Service contract renewed for South Loop only; on-demand service is continuing due to pandemic.
Aug: Working to schedule a virtual Task Force meeting, obtain ridership data.
Sep: Task Force met 9/3. Ridership is down due to COVID, DARTS has implemented safety measures. Staff to reach out to properties to promote on-demand service.
Oct: Commissioner Ahler took over as Lead Commissioner. Staff sent letters to properties in Southdale to promote on-demand service.
Review and comment on traffic impact studies associated with proposed
developments. Lori Richman
Jan: No update.
Initiative #3 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge
New Q4 2 (review and comment)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
Staff Liaison
NA
Initiative #4 Initiative Type Completion Date
New Q4 2 (review and comment)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
Staff Liaison
NA
Jan: No update.
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Jul: No update.
Oct: Staff will present draft policy in November.
Oct: Staff developed five main components; Estimated Trip Generation, Capacity Analysis, Parking Analysis, Multi-Modal Facilities and TDM Plan (if applicable).
Review and Comment
Review and comment on staff's recommendations for Travel Demand
Management policy / ordinance.Bruce McCarthy, Kirk
Johnson
Jul: No update.
Feb: No update.
Feb: Met 2 weeks ago, looked at existing policy, researching traffic study process of neighboring cities.
Sep: Staff will present draft policy in October.
Sep: No update.
Aug: No update.
Aug: Staff reviewing previously-completed traffic impact studies.
Review and Comment
Review and comment on staff's framework for the completion of traffic
impact studies conducted for proposed development / redevelopment
projects.
Bocar Kane,
Jill Plumb-Smith
Jan: Work session scheduled for 4/7 to discuss TDM recommendation with Council.
Progress Report:
Jun: Commissioners presented ordinance recommendation at City Council work session, staff is proceeding with policy recommendation for Council consideration.
Jun: No update.
Progress Report:
Initiative #5 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge
Continue Q4 4 (review and decide)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
Funds not available
Staff liaison, CTS
Initiative #6 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge
Ongoing Q4 2 (review and comment)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
Funds not available Staff Liaison
Aug: Commissioners Johnson and Plumb-Smith volunteered to assist; Commission discussed possible topics for future activities.
Aug: Reviewed TSR of July 28.
Review and Decide
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Oct: #TransportationTuesday posts continue on Facebook and Instagram; Commissioners were asked to like and share to expand reach.
Progress Report:
Develop and coordinate up to six educational activities to inform the
community about transportation safety (which will include an annual
community event).
Mindy Ahler
Kirk Johnson
Jill Plumb-Smith
Jan: No update.
Jan: Reviewed TSR of January 9; Recommended testing temporary parking restrictions on Grimes Ave (Item B1).
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Feb: No update.
Feb: Reviewed and commented on 2019 Traffic Safety Summary Report. Reviewed TSR of January 28.
Jul: Commissioner Ahler requested another Commissioner assist or take over as lead on this initiative.
Review and Comment
Progress Report:
Review and comment on monthly Traffic Safety Reports
Lori Richman
Jun: No update.
Sep: Commissioners created six posts that the City will share on social media platforms over the next few weeks.
Sep: Reviewed TSR of September 1; Recommended further communication with Edina Public Schools (Item B2).
Jul: Reviewed TSR of June 30; Recommended "No Outlet" sign on Interlachen Blf (Item B2) and all-way stop at Beard Ave and W 57th St (Item B3).
Jun: No update.
Oct: Reviewed TSR of September 29.
Initiative #7 Initiative Type Completion Date Council Charge
Ongoing Q4 2 (review and comment)
Lead Commissioners Budget Staff Support
Staff Liaison
NA
Parking Lot
Oct: Reviewed and commented on proposed 2021 roadway reconstruction projects.
Feb: Reviewed and commented on the 2019 PACS Fund Summary report.
Progress Report:
Review and Comment
Review and comment on proposed Capital Improvement projects,
including roadway reconstructions and projects funded by the Pedestrian
and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund
Lori Richman
Sep: Staff introduced 2021 roadway reconstruction projects; engineering studies will be presented for comment in October.
Jul: No update.
Jan: The 2019 PACS Fund Summary Report will be presented on 2/20.
Jun: No update.
Mar - May: MEETINGS CANCELLED
Aug: Proposed 2021 roadway reconstruction projects will be introduced at the September meeting; staff will present engineering studies for comment in October.
Date: November 19, 2020 Agenda Item #: V.C.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2021 Work Plan Proposal Update Discussion, Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Staff will provide a recap of the City Manager comments presented at the November 4 City Council work
session. Council will vote to approve all Board and Commission work plans at their December 1 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2021 Work Plan Proposal with City Manager Comments
Commission: Transportation Commission 2021 Annual Work Plan Initiative #1 Initiative Type ☒☒☒☒ Project ☐☐☐☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Organized Trash Collection Lead a cross-commission committee with the EEC to investigate the impacts of organized trash collection with regard to Travel Demand Management, environmental goals and reducing wear-and-tear on City streets. Deliverable The Commission(s) will provide a report to Council on the impacts. Leads Jill Plumb-Smith Target Completion Date Q4 Budget Required: No funds available. Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison; periodic support from Recycling Coordinator and/or Organics Recycling Coordinator. Liaison Comments: The scope of this project should be limited strictly to investigating potential benefits and not evaluating the various methods of solid waste collection. The report generated by the Commission(s) would serve as an educational resource for future City Council decisions regarding organized collection. City Manager Comments: Amend initiative: This initiative will also be on the EEC’s work plan as a review and comment. - Change initiative to read: “Investigate the impacts of organized trash collection while considering the travel demand management objectives, environmental goals and reducing wear-and-tear on City streets.” - Change deliverable: “Report for City Council.” - Charge: Review and Recommend Progress Report: Initiative #2 Initiative Type ☒☒☒☒ Project ☐☐☐☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Street Funding Task Force Serve on a resident Task Force to develop recommendations for street reconstruction and maintenance funding. Deliverable One Commissioner will actively participate in the Task Force and provide regular updates to the rest of the Commission. Leads Matt Scherer Target Completion Date Q2 Budget Required: Funds not needed. Staff Support Required: No staff support will be necessary beyond what has been previously committed to this initiative. Liaison Comments: In accordance with the approved Task Force Charge, the Transportation Commission appointed one representative to serve on the Task Force. City Manager Comments: - Change initiative to read: “Continue representation on 2020 Street Funding Task Force until task force is complete.” - Charge: Review and Decide Progress Report:
Initiative #3 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) CloverRide Review and comment on CloverRide circulator bus service and serve on the advisory committee. Deliverable Commission comments will be included in regular meeting minutes and staff reports to City Council. Leads Mindy Ahler Target Completion Date Q4 Budget Required: Funds are allocated in the Engineering Department’s operating budget to cover the service contract and related marketing. These funds are administered by staff and not available to Commissioners. Staff Support Required: 1-3 hours per month by Staff Liaison; periodic support from Communications for marketing and promotional materials. Liaison Comments: This initiative is on the Engineer Department’s work plan. City Manager Comments: One commissioner serves on the CloverRide advisory committee. - Change initiative to read: “Review and comment on the CloverRide circulator bus service contract operations and marketing throughout the year as it is brought to them from the CloverRide advisory committee.” - Charge: Review and Comment Progress Report: Initiative #4 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Traffic Safety Reports Review and comment on monthly Traffic Safety Reports. Deliverable Commission recommendations will be included in staff reports to City Council. Leads Lori Richman (Chair) Target Completion Date Q4 Budget Required: Funds not needed. Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison. Liaison Comments: The Commission will review reports after regular Traffic Safety Committee meetings and provide comments/recommendations prior to City Council approval. City Manager Comments: - No changes. - Charge: Review and Comment Progress Report:
Initiative #5 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Capital Improvement Projects Review and comment on proposed Capital Improvement projects, including roadway reconstructions and projects funded by the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund, including application of equity criteria. Deliverable Commission comments will be included in staff reports to City Council. Leads Kirk Johnson (Vice Chair) Target Completion Date Q4 Budget Required: Funds not needed. Staff Support Required: 1-5 hours per month by Staff Liaison. Liaison Comments: The Commission will review and comment on staff reports related to these projects prior to presentations given to City Council. City Manager Comments: The ETC has conducting these reviews for the past several years. The only change is using the equity criteria which is being developed by Engineering and the Race & Equity team. - Change initiative to read: “Review and comment on roadway reconstruction projects and projects funded by the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund. Commission will review staff’s application of the equity criteria.” - Charge: Review and Comment Progress Report: Initiative #6 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Traffic Impact Studies Review and comment on traffic impact studies associated with proposed developments. Deliverable Commission comments will be included in staff reports to City Council. Leads Bocar Kane Lori Richman Target Completion Date Q4 Budget Required: Funds not needed. Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison. Liaison Comments: Staff will share traffic studies with Commissioners for comments. Any received comments will be included in a staff report that is submitted to the Planning Commission or City Council. City Manager Comments: Part of reviewing studies for developments this will include traffic and TDM studies. - Combine initiative #6 and #7 and change initiative to read: “Review and comment on traffic impact studies and Travel Demand Management plans associated with proposed developments.” - Charge: Review and Comment Progress Report: Initiative #7 Initiative Type ☐☐☐☐ Project ☒☒☒☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐☐☐☐ Event Council Charge ☐☐☐☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐☐☐☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐☐☐☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐☐☐☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Travel Demand Management Monitor staff’s implementation of the Travel Demand Management policy and promote TDM within the community. Deliverable The Commission will provide a report to Council on the City’s implementation of TDM, including suggestions for areas of improvement. Leads Bruce McCarthy Kirk Johnson Target Completion Date Q4 Budget Required: No funds available. Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by liaison; periodic support from Communications for promotional activities. Liaison Comments: This is related to Initiative #6, as TDM strategies are generally reviewed as part of development applications. Suggest combining #6 and #7 to say: “Review and comment on traffic impact studies and Travel Demand Management strategies associated with proposed developments.” City Manager Comments: - Combine with #6. Progress Report: Parking Lot: (These items have been considered by the BC, but not proposed as part of this year’s work plan. If the BC decides they would like to work on them in the current year, it would need to be approved by Council.) Neighborhood electric vehicles, boulevard trees
Date: November 19, 2020 Agenda Item #: VI.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Street Funding Task Force Update Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Commissioner Scherer will update the Commission on the latest meetings of the Street Funding Task Force.
Date: November 19, 2020 Agenda Item #: VIII.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Schedule of Upcoming Meetings and Events as of
November 13, 2020
Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached schedule of upcoming meetings and events.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Schedule of Upcoming Meetings and Events as of November 13, 2020
Transportation Commission
Schedule of Upcoming Meetings/Events (as of November 13, 2020)
Thursday Nov 19 6:00 PM Virtual (WebEx) Regular Meeting
Thursday Dec 17 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday Jan 21, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday Feb 18, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday Mar 18, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday Apr 15, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday May 20, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday June 17, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday July 15, 2021 6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday August 19,
2021
6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday September
23, 2021
6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
Thursday October 28,
2021
6:00 PM *City Hall, Community Room Regular Meeting
* Future meetings may be conducted virtually at the discretion of the City. Staff will continue to monitor the situation
related to COVID-19 and make decisions that prioritize the health and safety of residents and staff.