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Thursday, September 23, 2021
6:00 AM
I.Call To Order
II.Roll Call
A.Welcome Commissioner Stephen Kanti Mahanty
III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda
IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes
A.Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of August 19, 2021
V.Community Comment
During "Community Comment," the Board/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 Board/Commission Members to respond to their
comments tonight. Instead, the Board/Commission might refer the matter to sta% for
consideration at a future meeting.
VI.Reports/Recommendations
A.Valley View Road Bicycle Facilities Review
B.2022 Roadway Reconstruction Projects
C.2021 Work Plan Updates
D.2022 Work Plan Proposal
VII.Chair And Member Comments
VIII.Sta1 Comments
IX.Adjournment
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Date: September 23, 2021 Agenda Item #: II.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Welcome Commissioner Stephen Kanti Mahanty Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Stephen Kanti Mahanty was recently appointed to serve as a student commissioner through August 31, 2022.
Date: September 23, 2021 Agenda Item #: IV.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Minutes
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of August 19,
2021
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 August 19, 2021.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached draft minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft Minutes: Aug 19, 2021
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Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
Community Conference Room
August 19, 2021
I. Call To Order
Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Lewis, McCarthy, Plumb-Smith, Richman, Johnson, Khariwala
Answering roll call virtually: Commissioners Brown, Kane, Kitui
Late: Commissioners Ahler, Clark
Absent: Commissioner Atri
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni
III. Approval Of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner McCarthy and seconded by Commissioner Plumb-Smith
to approve the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
IV. Approval Of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Plumb-Smith and seconded by Commissioner Lewis to
approve the July 15, 2021 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Commissioner Ahler arrived at 6:06.
V. Special Recognitions and Presentations
A. Special Recognition – Commissioners Atri and Khariwala
Staff and Commissioners thanked Commissioners Atri and Khariwala for their service.
VI. Community Comment
Julia Risser of 6112 Ashcroft Avenue spoke about the Valley View Apartments at 4425 Valley View Rd,
stating that the front setback granted by City Council sets a new precedent for the area and will impede the
City in making future improvements to adjacent pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Risser suggested a
moratorium on setbacks in areas where such improvements are proposed and suggested that developers
provide more realistic conceptual images of their projects.
VII. Reports/Recommendations
A. Traffic Safety Report of July 27, 2021
The Commission reviewed and commented on the Traffic Safety Report of July 27, 2021.
Commissioner Clark arrived at 6:50.
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Approved Minutes☐
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B. 2021 Work Plan Updates
#1 Organized Trash Collection – Subcommittee met July 26, created a draft report. Meeting
with EEC rep and liaison Monday to discuss proposed 2022 work plan initiative.
#2 Street Funding Task Force – City Council approved a revision to the assessment policy
that will transition away from special assessments for street reconstruction over the next 16
years. More information is available on the BetterTogetherEdina webpage.
#3 CloverRide – Subcommittee met August 4. Ridership is steady around 10 per week, but
still below pre-COVID levels. Staff provided the Senior Center with more bus passes and is
updating the rack card to have available at City facilities.
#4 Traffic Safety Reports – Reviewed the July 27, 2021 report.
#5 Capital Improvement Projects – Eden Ave between Sherwood Rd and Arcadia Ave is
closed until the end of October. The new shared-use paths at Highlands Park are expected to
be paved next week. Staff is discussing property impacts of proposed facilities on McCauley Trl
and Olinger Blvd with adjacent property owners.
#6 Traffic Impact Studies & TDM – Staff is expecting a study for a project at 7300 Bush
Lake Rd.
#7 Metro Transit Connectivity – Staff provided GIS data of existing ped/bike facilities;
subcommittee will meet to discuss gaps and recommendations, expects to have documents to
share at next meeting.
C. 2022 Work Plan Development
The Commission continued to discuss possible initiatives to include in the 2022 work plan proposal.
Discussed initiative topics included;
Boulevard tree policy
Organized trash collection
Micro/Shared mobility program study
Public transit partnership and promotion
Safe Routes to School/high school congestion
Traffic impact study process improvements
PACS Fund
D. September 9 Joint Work Session Prep
The Commission deliberated on topics to discuss with City Council during the upcoming joint work
session.
VIII. Chair and Member Comments – Received
Commissioner Lewis left at 8:31.
Commissioner Khariwala left at 8:36.
IX. Staff Comments – Received
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Commissioner Richman left at 8:44.
X. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner McCarthy and seconded by Commissioner Plumb-Smith
to adjourn the August 19, 2021 meeting at 8:44 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 8
NAME
Ahler, Mindy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
Brown, Chris 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 100%
Johnson, Kirk 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
Kane, Bocar 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
Kitui, Janet 1 1 1 3 100%
Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 100%
McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 75%
Plumb-Smith, Jill 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 100%
Richman, Lori 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 88%
Atri, Nihar (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 75%
Clark, Anna (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 75%
Khariwala, Anand (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 88%
Lafferty, Peter 1 1 RESIGNED 2 N/A
Scherer, Matthew RESIGNED 0 N/A
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"Exhibit A" 4425 Valley View Road, Valley View Apartments was granted a reduced 16' setback
for the building and an extreme 2' setback for the patio. Stairs from the patio terminate at the
lot line — and the plantings expand into the public right-of-way. This is along a single lane road
with bike paths on either side. The building sets new precedents — it is closer to Valley View
Road than any of the existing buildings all the way from Hwy 100 to the Crosstown.
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Date: September 23, 2021 Agenda Item #: VI.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Valley View Road Bicycle Facilities Review Discussion
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None; review and comment only.
INTRODUCTION:
As a condition of approval for the new apartment building at 4425 Valley View Road, staff will review options for
improved bicycle facilities on Valley View Road between Wooddale and Brookview Avenues and discuss future
opportunities for implementation.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Staff Report: Valley View Road Bicycle Facilities Review
4425 Valley View Road Transportation Review Memo, July 14, 2020
Resolution No. 2020-74
September 23, 2021
Transportation Commission
Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Valley View Road Bicycle Facilities Review
Information / Background:
In 2020, DJR Architects proposed to tear down the existing one-story daycare building at 4425 Valley View
Road and construct a three-story, 21-unit apartment (known as the Valley View Apartments). The applicant
applied for a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) with variances to allow residential use within a planned
commercial district (PCD-1). City Council held a public hearing on July 21, 2020, and on August 5, Council
adopted Resolution 2020-74, granting the CUP with variances. Among the conditions for approval, Council
directed staff and the Transportation Commission to review the impacts of off-street versus on-street
bicycle facilities adjacent to the site and to review opportunities for implementation along the entire
corridor (Wooddale Avenue to Brookview Avenue). This report serves to satisfy that condition.
Existing Conditions
The public right-of-way (ROW) on Valley View Road is 66’ between Wooddale and Oaklawn Avenues
(adjacent to the site) and 100’ between Oaklawn and Brookview Avenues. The street is approximately 40’
wide, comprised of two 14.5’ travel lanes and one 11’ two-way left-turn lane. Each travel lane includes 4’
wide green shared bike lane markings. The south side of the roadway includes a 5’ edge-of-road sidewalk
while the north side has a 5’ sidewalk with a 5’ grass boulevard. Figure 1 shows the typical roadway section
adjacent to the Valley View Apartments (actual dimensions vary along the corridor).
Figure 1. Existing Section, Valley View Road (facing northwest)
Note: Buildings are depicted on the property lines to show the ROW limits; actual setbacks vary along the corridor.
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION Page 2
The Planning Commissioner held a public hearing for the request on July 8, 2020. Commissioners expressed
a concern that delivery vehicles may park illegally on Valley View Road in the shared bike lane, creating an
unsafe condition for eastbound cyclists and motorists. Members of the Transportation Commission shared
similar concerns when given the opportunity to review the request. The Planning Commissioner approved
the request with the added condition that there be a physical protection of the bike lane on Valley View
Road in front of the property.
Staff believed that this condition could not be reasonably fulfilled by the applicant. As the 2018 Pedestrian
and Bicycle Master Plan notes that providing a continuous network of facilities is key for supporting safe and
comfortable walking and biking, staff preferred to find opportunities to improve bicycle facilities along the
entire corridor rather than just adjacent to this property. At that time, off-street versus on-street bicycle
facilities could be considered to provide further separation and protection. Staff suggested that the applicant
consider additional signage directing delivery or other short-term-parked vehicles to a designated location
on-site, but otherwise felt that the existing “No Parking” signage would be sufficient to discourage parking in
the bike lane.
Proposed Sections
The following typical sections were developed by adhering to the following assumptions and guidelines:
1. No additional ROW will be acquired.
2. Travel and turn lanes must adhere to Municipal State Aid (MSA) standards.
3. Consideration will be given to on-street and off-street bicycle facilities.
4. Consideration will be given to improvements that utilize the existing roadway width and those
that would require roadway reconstruction.
5. Multi-modal facilities will be consistent with recommendations in the Pedestrian and Bicycle
Master Plan.
Option 1: On-Street, Existing Width
Option 1 removes the two-way left-turn lane and adds 6’ on-street bike lanes with 2’ buffers (see Figure 2).
The drive lanes would be narrowed to 12’ and no changes would be made to the existing sidewalks.
Advantages – Implementation would be less expensive since the roadway width is maintained. Drive
lanes are reduced, which may have a traffic calming effect. Bicycle facilities would be improved by
adding horizontal separation from motor vehicles, and would be more consistent with the facilities
east of Brookview Avenue.
Disadvantages – Further study would be needed to assess the feasibility of removing the two-way
left-turn lane.
Figure 2: Option 1 – On-Street, Existing Width
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION Page 3
Option 2a: Off-Street, Existing Width
Option 2a adds 6’ off-street bike lanes (see Figure 3). The drive lanes and turn lane would remain at their
current widths, while the sidewalks on both sides of the street would need to be relocated.
Advantages – Implementation would be less expensive since the roadway width is maintained. Bicycle
facilities are improved by adding horizontal and vertical separation from motor vehicles.
Disadvantages – Drive lanes would be oversized for motor vehicles alone. Sidewalks on both sides of
the street would need to be removed and reconstructed to accommodate the off-street bike lanes.
Figure 3: Option 2a – Off-Street, Existing Width
Option 2b: Off-Street, Existing Width with Parking
Option 2b is similar to 2a but addresses the oversized drive lanes by reallocating space for a 7’ on-street
parking lane (see figure 4).
Advantages – Implementation would be less expensive since the roadway width is maintained. Bicycle
facilities would be improved by adding horizontal and vertical separation from motor vehicles.
Additional on-street parking could benefit adjacent residential and commercial properties.
Disadvantages – Sidewalks on both sides of the street would need to be removed and reconstructed
to accommodate the off-street bike lanes. Public engagement would be necessary to determine
which side of the street to locate the parking lane.
Figure 4: Option 2b – Off-Street, Existing Width with Parking
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION Page 4
Option 3: On-Street, Reconstructed
Option 3 adds 6’ on-street bike lanes (see Figure 5). The drive lanes would be narrowed to 11’ and the
existing sidewalks would be reconstructed to provide boulevards.
Advantages – Drive lanes would be reduced, which may have a traffic calming effect. Bicycle facilities
would be improved by adding horizontal separation from motor vehicles, and would be more
consistent with the facilities east of Brookview Avenue. Pedestrian facilities would be improved by
adding boulevards.
Disadvantages – Implementation would be more expensive as it would require roadway
reconstruction.
Figure 5: Option 3 – On-Street, Reconstructed
Option 4: Off-Street, Reconstructed
Option 4 adds 5’ off-street bike lanes, or cycle tracks (see Figure 6). The drive lanes would be narrowed to
11’ and the existing sidewalks would be reconstructed to accommodate the cycle tracks and provide
boulevards.
Advantages – Drive lanes would be reduced, which may have a traffic calming effect. Bicycle facilities
would be improved by adding horizontal and vertical separation from motor vehicles. Pedestrian
facilities would be improved by adding boulevards.
Disadvantages – Implementation would be more expensive as it would require roadway
reconstruction.
Figure 6: Option 4 – Off-Street, Reconstructed
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION Page 5
Option 5: Off-Street Shared-Use Path, Reconstructed
Option 5 combines pedestrian and bicycle facilities into shared-use paths on both sides of the street (see
Figure 7). The drive lanes would be narrowed to 11’ and the existing sidewalks would be reconstructed to
accommodate the paths and provide boulevards.
Advantages – Drive lanes would be reduced, which may have a traffic calming effect. Bicycle facilities
would be improved by adding horizontal and vertical separation from motor vehicles. Pedestrian
facilities would be improved by adding boulevards.
Disadvantages – Implementation would be more expensive as it would require roadway
reconstruction.
Figure 7: Option 5 – Off-Street Shared-Use Path, Reconstructed
Implementation Opportunities
When prioritizing pedestrian and bicycle facility improvements, staff start by looking at opportunities to
implement changes as part of scheduled pavement maintenance projects, including overlays and
reconstructions. This segment of Valley View Road was reconstructed in 2005 and will not be due for
reconstruction again for several decades. Rescheduling reconstruction will divert resources from other
roadways which may be in worse condition or lack any multi-modal facilities. Options 3, 4 or 5 could be
implemented when Valley View Road is reconstructed again.
Valley View Road is scheduled for an overlay in 2025; this could provide an opportunity to implement
Options 1, 2a or 2b. Option 1 would be the most cost-effective to implement as it would only restriping of
the roadway (as well as a traffic study of the two-way left-turn lane). Options 2a and 2b would involve
significant impacts within the ROW as the existing sidewalks would need to be reconstructed to
accommodate the off-street bicycle lanes. Additionally, for Option 2b, staff would recommend public
engagement to determine which side of the street to locate the parking lane.
Staff Recommendations
In the short term, staff recommends studying the feasibility of removing the two-way left-turn lane along the
corridor. If removal is determined not to have significant impacts to traffic operations or safety, staff would
recommend implementing Option 1 as part of the scheduled 2025 overlay; if removal is determined to have
significant impacts, staff recommends maintaining the current roadway configuration. Long-term, staff
recommends further consideration of Options 3, 4 or 5 when the corridor is due for roadway
reconstruction in the future. It is not recommended to divert MSA funds for reconstruction away from
other roadways which may be in worse condition or lack any multi-modal facilities.
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION Page 6
Attached
4425 Valley View Road Transportation Review Memo, July 14, 2020
Resolution 2020-74
Date: July 14, 2020
To: Cary Teague – Community Development Director
Chad Millner, PE – Director of Engineering
Cc: 4425 Valley View Road, Owner and Development Team
From: Andrew Scipioni – Transportation Planner
Re: 4425 Valley View Road – Transportation Review
DJR Architecture is proposing to construct a new residential building at 4425 Valley View Road. This site
formerly housed a day care facility (New Horizon Academy) that has since relocated to 4412 Valley View Road.
The proposed redevelopment would replace the existing one-story building with a three-story, 21-unit
apartment building. This memo will review the transportation impacts of the proposed development.
Adjacent Multi-Modal Facilities
A 5’ edge-of-road sidewalk is present on the west side of Valley View Road, immediately adjacent to the
property, along with a 5’ boulevard-style sidewalk across the street. 4’ shared green bike lanes are present on
both sides of Valley View Road. Metro Transit’s Route 6 bus service runs along Valley View Road, with an
eastbound stop near the northwest corner of the property and a westbound stop at the northeast corner of
Valley View Road and Wooddale Avenue. Parking is currently restricted along both sides of Valley View Road.
The 2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan recommends upgrading the shared bike lanes on Valley View
Road to standard on-street bike lanes. At their July 8 regular meeting, the Planning Commission placed a
condition on this project that there be “a physical protection of the bike lane” on Valley View Road in front of
the property. A specific concern expressed was that delivery vehicles may park illegally on Valley View Road in
the shared bike lane, creating an unsafe condition for eastbound cyclists and motorists. Staff believes this
condition cannot be reasonably fulfilled by the applicant. The PBMP notes that providing a continuous network
of facilities is key for supporting safe and comfortable walking and biking. To this point, staff would prefer to
find an opportunity to improve bicycle facilities along the entire corridor (Wooddale Avenue to Brookview
Avenue), rather than just adjacent to this property. At that time, staff could also consider off-street versus on-
street bicycle facilities to provide further separation and protection. The applicant could consider additional
signage directing delivery or other short-term-parked vehicles to a designated place on-site; otherwise the
existing “No Parking” signage should be sufficient to discourage parking in the bike lane.
Metro Transit is in the process of developing the E Line bus rapid transit (BRT) service, which will replace
portions of Route 6 with faster and more reliable service. In Edina, the service is proposed to operate along
France Avenue between the Southdale Transit Center and West 44th Street, continuing into downtown
Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota campus. Pending full funding, construction could begin as early as
2023. Upon implementation, the portion of Route 6 along Valley View Road and Wooddale Avenue will be
discontinued due to low ridership. The E Line will likely have stations at West 62nd Street and France Avenue,
approximately half a mile from 4425 Valley View Road and accessible by existing pedestrian and bicycle
facilities.
Compliance with Transportation Plans/Policies
Table 1 details the ways in which the proposed redevelopment supports current City transportation plans and
policies.
Table 1: Compliance with Transportation Plans/Policies
Draft 2018 Comprehensive Plan
Goal/Policy Explanation
• Reduce the overall dependence on and use of
single-occupancy vehicles by promoting land use
patterns that allow for shorter vehicle trips and
the use of alternative travel options.
The project site is adjacent to sidewalks, shared
bike lanes and transit service.
• Develop and manage parking provisions to
encourage joint and shared use of facilities, ride-
sharing and bicycle parking.
The project is proposed to include an outside bike
rack along Valley View Road and a bike room in the
underground garage with capacity for 20 bikes.
• Provide and maintain adequate access to and
from, and safety on, local and regional roadway
adjacent to community redevelopment and other
activity that potentially impacts the City of Edina.
The project is proposed to remove the existing
driveway access off Valley View Road and utilize a
shared driveway with 4412 Valley View Road.
Living Streets Plan (2015)
Goal/Policy Explanation
• Living Streets provide access and mobility for all
transportation modes while enhancing safety and
convenience for all users.
The project provides accommodations for
motorists, cyclists and pedestrians.
• The City will require new developments to
provide interconnected street and sidewalk
networks that connect to existing or planned
streets or sidewalks on the perimeter of the
development.
The proposal includes replacing the existing edge-
of-road sidewalk with a boulevard-style sidewalk
adjacent to the property along Valley View Road.
• Living Streets will improve the current and future
quality of life for the public.
The proposed boulevard-style sidewalk will improve
pedestrian safety and comfort adjacent to the
property.
Wooddale/Valley View Small Area Plan (2015)
Goal/Policy Explanation
• Ensure safe and convenient travel for traffic
passing through and within the Study Area by
limiting the number of driveways providing access
between the roadway system and private
property.
The project is proposed to remove the existing
driveway access off Valley View Road and utilize a
shared driveway with 4412 Valley View Road.
• Ensure adequate parking supplies that are located
on-site in accordance with specific land uses,
meet multi-modal parking needs, and are safe and
secure.
All required resident and visitor parking is located
on-site in an underground garage which also
includes a bike storage room.
• Design public rights-of-way to facilitate and
encourage safe and convenient multi-modal travel
by providing sidewalks, boulevards, marked
crosswalks, and pedestrian-oriented street
lighting within the Study Area and connectivity
for pedestrians and cyclists to surrounding
neighborhoods and destinations.
The proposed boulevard-style sidewalk will improve
pedestrian safety and comfort adjacent to the
property. The site is located adjacent to existing
pedestrian, bicycle and transit infrastructure.
Trip Generation
Wenck Associates, Inc. completed a traffic and parking assessment for this project on behalf of the City.
Figure 1 shows the estimated trip generation for the proposed residential use compared to that of the previous
use. Estimated trips were calculated using the Trip Generation Manual, 10th Edition, published by the Institute
for Transportation Engineers (ITE) based on the size of the vacant day care building and the number of
proposed residential units.
Figure 1: Weekday Trip Generation Comparison
Wenck’s assessment shows a significant reduction in trip generation for the proposed use compared to the
previous use. Peak hour trips would be reduced by more than 80% and total trips would be reduced by almost
50%.
In addition, three adjacent intersections were studied: Valley View Road and Wooddale Avenue, Valley View
Road and Kellogg Avenue, and Valley View Road and West 62nd Street. The proposed redevelopment was
found not to change the level of service (or traffic delay) for any movement at any of these intersections.
Overall, minimal impact to traffic operations is anticipated and no improvements would be necessary to
accommodate this project.
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AM Peak Hour PM Peak Hour TotalEstimated TripsFormer Use (Day Care)Proposed Use (Residential)
Parking Analysis
23 parking spaces are required for this redevelopment based on the number and size of proposed residential
units (see Table 2). Using ITE parking data, Wenck concluded that the peak parking demand for this project
would be 25 spaces. With 32 enclosed parking spaces proposed, the project fulfills the City’s minimum
requirements and the estimated peak parking demand.
Table 2: Required Parking Spaces
Residential Unit Size Required Parking
Spaces per Unit
Number
of Units
Total Required
Parking Spaces
≤ 1,500 square feet 1 18 18
> 1,500 square feet 1.5 3 4.5 (5)
Total 21 22.5 (23)
Travel Demand Management Opportunities
In addition to the measures already proposed, the applicant should consider additional strategies to support
alternative modes of transportation to and from the site and reduce the impact of motor vehicles in the
neighborhood. Examples of other strategies include:
• Providing an on-site bicycle repair station.
• Providing directional signage for location transportation amenities (e.g. bus stops, bicycle parking).
• Designating 10% of parking spaces for electric vehicles (or making 10% EV-ready).
• Providing information to tenants/employees about pedestrian and bicycle facilities, transit services,
commuter programs and ride-share opportunities.
• Subsidizing transit passes for tenants/employees.
Transportation Commission Comments
Members of the Transportation Commission were given an opportunity to provide comments on the TIS and
other transportation impacts of the proposed project. These comments are reflective of individual
Commissioners, not the entire Commission:
• Oppose any on-street delivery areas on Valley View Road that would obstruct the existing bike lane for
any period of time and recommend that deliveries be made in the back of the building.
• Recommend that the site include facilities/amenities for bicycles and bicyclists.
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-74
APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT WITH VARIANCES TO BUILD A 21
UNIT APARTMENT AT 4425 VALLEY VIEW ROAD
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, as follows:
Section 1. BACKGROUND.
1.01 DJR Architects is proposing to tear down the existing one-story day-care building at 4425
Valley View Road, and construct a new three-story, 21-unit market rate apartment with 32
underground parking stalls.
1.02 The density proposed is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan/Small Area Plan which limits
the density to 30 units per acre for this site.
1.03 To accommodate the request, the following is requested:
A Conditional Use Permit to allow residential uses within a planned commercial zoning
district (PCD-1).
Building height variance from 2 stories to 3 stories. (Small Area Plan suggests 4 stories).
Front setback variance from 36 feet to 16 feet (patio 2 feet); Side and rear setback
variances from 36 to 20 feet; floor area ratio variance from 1.0 to 1.08
Drive Aisle setback variances from 10 to 0 feet.
1.04 On July 8, 2020, the Planning Commission held a public hearing and recommended approval of
the requests. Vote: 4 Ayes and 2 Nays. The Commission added a condition that there be
physical protection to the bike lane from vehicles in Valley View Road.
1.05 On July 21, the City Council held a public hearing and considered the request.
Section 2. FINDINGS
2.01 Approval is based on the following findings:
1. The practical difficulty is the small lot size, and odd shape which could not fit a three-story
building (one story shorter than allowed in the small area plan) without the need for a
variance. The limited building pad also compromises the area for drive-aisle setbacks.
2. The site appears larger due to the wetland to the south located on city owned property.
3. Chapter 36 of the Zoning Ordinance suggests that the City Council will consider exceptions
to the setback requirements if the use creates an active pedestrian and streetscape
environment, which is proposed.
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-74
Page 2
4. The existing roadways would support the project. Wenck conducted a traffic impact study
based on the proposed development and concluded that the existing traffic generated from
the project would be supported by the existing roads.
5. The proposed uses are consistent with the Comprehensive Plan.
6. The proposal meets the Conditional Use Permit Standards of Chapter 36.
7. The project is consistent with the Valley View and Wooddale Small Area Plan.
8. The existing “No Parking” signage should be sufficient to discourage parking in the bike lane in
front of the site.
Section 3. APPROVAL
NOW THEREFORE, it is hereby resolved by the City Council of the City of Edina, approves a
Conditional Use Permit with the following variances: Building height variance from 2 stories to 3
stories. (Small Area Plan suggests 4 stories). Front setback variance from 36 feet to 16 feet (patio 2
feet); Side and rear setback variances from 36 to 20 feet; floor area ratio variance from 1.0 to 1.08;
and Drive Aisle setback variances from 10 to 0 feet.
Approval is subject to the following conditions:
1. The Final Development Plans must be consistent with the Preliminary Development Plans
dated June 22, 2020, and the materials board as presented to the Planning Commission.
2. The Final Landscape Plan must meet all minimum landscaping requirements per Chapter 36
of the Zoning Ordinance. A performance bond, letter-of-credit, or cash deposit must be
submitted for one and one-half times the cost amount for completing the required
landscaping, screening, or erosion control measures at the time of any building permit. The
property owner is responsible for replacing any required landscaping that dies after the
project is built.
3. Compliance with all the conditions outlined in the city engineer’s memo dated July 1, 2020.
4. Compliance with all the conditions outlined in the building official and fire marshal memo
dated June 24, 2020.
5. Submit a copy of the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District permit. The City may require
revisions to the approved plans to meet the district’s requirements.
6. The southbound driveway shall be shifted 2-3 feet to the west to allow a separation
between the adjacent property’s driveway. Should the property owner to the east agree to
share a driveway with the subject property, the driveway shall be located on the lot line
subject to shared access and maintenance agreements.
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-74
Page 3
7. The guardrail along the south lot line shall be constructed to shield headlights from the
single-family homes to the south.
8. To meet the City’s affordable housing policy; at 21 units, the applicant would be required to
pay $300,000 prior to issuance of a building permit.
9. The applicant shall provide signage to direct delivery or short-term parking on site. Staff and
the Transportation Commission will review the impacts of off-street versus on-street
bicycle facilities adjacent to the site, and staff will review opportunities for implementation
along the entire corridor (Wooddale Avenue to Brookview Avenue).
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Edina, Minnesota, on August 5, 2020.
ATTEST:
Sharon Allison, City Clerk James B. Hovland, Mayor
STATE OF MINNESOTA )
COUNTY OF HENNEPIN )SS
CITY OF EDINA )
CERTIFICATE OF CITY CLERK
I, the undersigned duly appointed and acting City Clerk for the City of Edina do hereby certify that the
attached and foregoing Resolution was duly adopted by the Edina City Council at its Regular Meeting
of August 5, 2020, and as recorded in the Minutes of said Regular Meeting.
WITNESS my hand and seal of said City this ____ day of __________________, 2020.
_________________________________
Sharon Allison, City Clerk
Date: September 23, 2021 Agenda Item #: VI.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2022 Roadway Reconstruction Projects Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None; information only.
INTRODUCTION:
Staff will introduce the proposed 2022 roadway reconstruction projects to the Commission and discuss the
transportation-related components. Staff will present the Engineering Studies for review and comment at the
October 28 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Blake Road Project Area Map
Morningside D&E Project Area Map
Proposed Pedestrian Facilities Map
Proposed Bicycle Facilities Map
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Upgrade to Buffered Bike Lane
Proposed Bicycle Facilities
Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail Neighborhood Slow Street
Standard Bike Lane
New Buffered Bike Lane
New Shared Use Path
Upgrade to Shared Use Path
Twin Loops Facility
Canadian Pacific Rail Regional Trail
Date: September 23, 2021 Agenda Item #: VI.C.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2021 Work Plan Updates Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
Commissioners will provide updates on the status of 2021 Work P lan initiatives (unless an item is elsewhere on
the current agenda). See attached work plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2021 Work Plan Progress Report
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
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
Investigate the impacts of organized trash collection while considering
the travel demand management objectives, environmental goals and
reducing wear-and-tear on City streets.
Deliverable
Report for City Council
Lead(s)
Jill Plumb-Smith
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: Funds not needed.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison; periodic support from Recycling Coordinator and/or Organics Recycling Coordinator.
Jan: VANTAGE project team prepared a charter; kick-off meeting is tentatively scheduled for mid-February. Richfield is looking at switching to organized
collection.
Feb: Kick-off meeting with VANTAGE team is tentatively scheduled for the first week in March.
Mar: Kick-off meeting was held March 4. Students had good questions and preliminary research; project team discussed deliverables, research methodology and
potential case studies. Students are developing a survey to share with residents.
Apr: Midpoint meeting with VANTAGE tomorrow. Commissioners have not gotten as much feedback as they would like. Team drafted a survey asking residents
how they feel about trash collection; distribution could be next step for Commission.
May: Midpoint meeting with VANTAGE April 16. The team has done more research on other cities, drafted a survey but the City has said not to distribute this
year. The team is analyzing traffic data collected by staff. The final VANTAGE report is expected May 25.
Jun: Final meeting with VANTAGE team held May 25. The next step is to compare data and verify sources in their final report.
Jul: Subcommittee is meeting July 26 to discuss next steps. Staff shared contacts from Richfield and Bloomington.
Aug: Subcommittee met July 26, created a draft report. Meeting with EEC rap and liaison Monday to discuss proposed 2022 work plan initiative.
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
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
Continue representation on 2020 Street Funding Task
Force until task force is complete.
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.
Jan: No update.
Feb: Task Force will present final report to City Council in March. Two options are recommended; replacing 50% or 100% of assessment costs with city taxes. The
Task Force also recommends that subcut and retaining wall costs no longer be assessed.
Mar: Completed.
Jun: Staff discussed the Task Force funding options at June 1 City Council work session. Council expressed support for Option 1, which would transition from
special assessments to 100% taxes over 16 years. Staff is preparing an update to the assessment policy and an outline of the transition period for Council
consideration later this summer.
Aug: City Council approved a revision to the assessment policy that will transition away from special assessments for street reconstruction over the next 16
years. More information is available on the BetterTogetherEdina webpage.
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
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 the CloverRide circulator bus service contract
operations and marketing throughout the year as it is brought to them
from the CloverRide advisory committee.
Deliverable
Commission comments will be
included in regular meeting minutes
and staff reports to City Council.
Lead(s)
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.
Staff Support Required: 1-3 hours per month by Staff Liaison; periodic support from Communications for marketing and promotional materials.
Jan: Commissioners suggest reaching out to Yorktown Continental about resident outreach. The current service contract expires in June.
Feb: No update.
Mar: Advisory committee met March 10. Ridership is picking up and approaching pre-pandemic levels. Drivers are accommodating diverted stops. Recent
surveying by DARTS shows riders are satisfied with the service and feel safe riding the bus. The City should consider providing bus passes for riders to share with
friends.
Apr: Staff will send a letter to residential properties along the route and distribute bus passes for riders to share with friends.
May: Commission reviewed and commented on staff’s recommendation to renew the service for another year.
Jun: Service was renewed through June 2022.
Jul: No Southdale properties have responded to mailer sent last week. Next committee meeting is August 4.
Aug: Subcommittee met August 4. Ridership is steady around 10 per week, but still below pre-COVID levels. Staff provided the Senior Center with more bus
passes and is updating the rack card to have available at City facilities.
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
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.
Lead(s)
Kirk Johnson (Chair)
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: Funds not needed.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison.
Jan: Staff will present the 2020 summary report at the next meeting.
Feb: Commission commented on the 2020 summary report.
Mar: No update.
Apr: Commission reviewed the March 30, 2021 report.
May: Commission reviewed the April 27, 2021 report.
Jun: Commission reviewed the May 21, 2021 report; recommended further consideration of driveway access on Interlachen Blvd (B2).
Jul: Commission reviewed the June, 29, 2021 report; recommended posting 25-mph speed limit signs and considering additional speed mitigation options on
Antrim Road (Item B1); recommended constructing pedestrian curb ramp between Kellogg Avenue and Edina Flats (Item B4); recommended the City advocate
for additional crossing enhancements at West 42nd Street and France Avenue (Item C1); recommended further study of a crosswalk request at Antrim Road and
West 70th Street (item D4).
Aug: Commission reviewed the July 27, 2021 report.
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
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 roadway reconstruction projects and projects
funded by the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund. Commission
will also review and comment on staff’s application of the equity
criteria.
Deliverable
Commission comments will be
included in staff reports to City
Council.
Lead(s)
Jill Plumb-Smith (Vice
Chair)
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: Funds not needed.
Staff Support Required: 1-5 hours per month by Staff Liaison.
Jan: Staff will present the 2020 annual report at the next meeting.
Feb: Commission commented on the 2020 PACS Fund report.
Mar: No update.
Apr: Staff will ask City Council to approve Melody Lake reconstruction project April 20. Creek Knoll reconstruction project is out for bids. Other PACS Fund
projects being designed include shared-use paths on Eden Ave, Highlands Park and McCauley Trail and sidewalks on France Ave.
May: No update.
Jun: No update.
Jul: Melody Lake and Creek Knoll reconstruction projects are underway; sidewalks are part of later phases. Eden Ave reconstruction has been delayed to early
August.
Aug: Eden Ave between Sherwood Rd and Arcadia Ave is closed until the end of October. The new shared-use paths at Highlands Park are expected to be paved
next week. Staff is discussing property impacts of proposed facilities on McCauley Trl and Olinger Blvd with adjacent property owners.
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
Initiative #6 Initiative Type ☐ Project ☒ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Travel Impact Studies & Travel Demand Management
Review and comment on traffic impact studies and Travel Demand
Management plans associated with the proposed developments.
Deliverable
Commission comments will be
included in staff reports to City
Council.
Lead(s)
Bocar Kane, Lori
Richman, Bruce
McCarthy, Kirk Johnson
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: Funds not needed.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison.
Jan: Council reviewed a sketch plan for 4917 Eden Ave, TIS is being prepared.
Feb: Staff is awaiting studies for projects at 4917 Eden Ave, 4040 W 70th St and 4660 W 77th St. The project application for 6600 France Ave was withdrawn.
Mar: Staff presented the draft TDM policy to the Planning Commission March 10 and will bring to the City Council for approval April 20. Staff is awaiting the
traffic study for a proposed project at 4917 Eden Ave.
Apr: Staff will present the TDM policy to City Council for approval April 20. Staff is reviewing traffic study for 4917 Eden Ave and awaiting studies for 5146 Eden
Ave, 4040 W 70th St and 4404 Valley View Rd.
May: City Council approved the TDM policy April 20. The Commission reviewed and commented on traffic studies for 4917 Eden Ave, 5146 Eden Ave and 4040
Valley View Rd. Staff received studies for projects at 4660 W 77th St and 4911 77th St.
Jun: The proposed project at 4917 Eden Ave was approved by Council with the condition that the City conduct a traffic study of the Grandview District east of
Highway 100. Staff is expecting an updated study for a project at 4911 W 77th St.
Jul: Staff is reviewing a study for a project at 4911 W 77th St. Staff shared preliminary graphics from the East Grandview Transportation Study related to 4917
Eden Ave showing potential transportation improvements on Eden Ave, Grange Rd and W 50th St.
Aug: Staff is expecting a study for a project at 7300 Bush Lake Rd.
Approved by Council December 1, 2020 [Do not modify fields except progress reports]
Amended by Council May 4, 2021
Initiative #7 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Metro Transit Connectivity
Review the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and recommend
changes to the proposed pedestrian and bicycle networks to improve
connectivity to future Metro Transit LRT and BRT services.
Deliverable
Report for City Council
Lead(s)
Chris Brown
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: Funds not needed.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison.
May: Suggest using a 0.5-mile radius around the Green Line stations and a 1-mile radius around BRT services to review existing and proposed pedestrian and
bicycle connections.
Jun: No update.
Jul: Maps are almost done; staff will share GIS data.
Aug: Staff provided GIS data of existing ped/bike facilities. Subcommittee will meet to discuss gaps and recommendations, expects to have documents to share
at next meeting.
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: September 23, 2021 Agenda Item #: VI.D.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2022 Work Plan Proposal Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Approve the 2022 work plan proposal.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached supporting materials.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft 2022 Work Plan Proposal
2022 Work Plan Brainstorm Ideas
Staff Report: 2022 Work Plan Development
2018 Comprehensive Plan Transportation Goals
ETC Work Plan History
Commission: Transportation Commission
Draft 2022 Annual Work Plan Proposal
Initiative #
High
Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Organized Trash Collection
Research and develop an organized trash collection recommendation
for City Council
Deliverable
Recommendation to City Council
Lead
Jill Plumb-Smith
Target
Completion Date
September 2022
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Initiative #
Medium/High
Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Boulevard Tree Policy
Research, develop and recommend a city-wide policy boulevard tree
policy that addresses planting, protection, maintenance, removal and
funding.
Deliverable
A boulevard tree policy for
consideration by City Council
Lead
Lori Richman
Target
Completion Date
December 2022
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Initiative #
Medium/High
Initiative Type ☐ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund
Investigate the PACS Fund, historic expenditures, and the year over year
buying power via inflation. Determine potential opportunities to revise,
expand, or update the fund to cover existing and future multimodal
needs in Edina.
Deliverable
Report for City Council
Lead
Chris Brown
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Liaison Comments:
Initiative #
Medium
Initiative Type ☐ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Safe Routes to School/High School Congestion Deliverable
Speed reduction by schools, during
drop offs and pick up – certain times.
Road redesign
Lead
Bocar Kane
Target
Completion Date
2022
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Liaison Comments:
Initiative #
Medium/Low
Initiative Type ☐ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Public Transit Partnership & Promotion
- Establish partnership with Edina Planning Commission to ensure
zoning and development changes enhance transit availability
- Document and enhance non-motorized connectivity to transit
stops/hubs
- Continue monitoring and evaluation of CloverRide service for
changes, improvements, communication
- Partner with City communication staff to further promote
transit availability options within the city
Deliverable
Lead
Andy Lewis
Target
Completion Date
October 2022
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Liaison Comments:
Initiative #
Low
Initiative Type ☐ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Traffic Safety Studies: process improvements/TDM
Review current traffic impact study process and recommend areas of
improvement.
Deliverable
Process improvement
recommendations for City Council
Lead
Bocar Kane
Target
Completion Date
Q3 2022
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Liaison Comments:
Initiative #
Low
Initiative Type ☐ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Micro/Shared Mobility Program Study
- Review and analyze past efforts and programs in Edina regarding micro
mobility efforts
- Research and document what surrounding communities have
done and are doing regarding these programs
- Apply potential pilot programs against and with other city
initiatives (climate, public transportation, cycling)
Deliverable
Report for City Council
Lead
Andy Lewis
Target
Completion Date
October 2022
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) Are there funds available for this project? If there are not funds available, explain the impact of Council approving this
initiative.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Work Plan 2022 Development
Initial brainstorming, June 17, 2021
Topic (Alphabetized) Comments
Bicycle facilities For example, increased protected/separated bicycle facilities
Boulevard Trees For example, boulevard tree policy; St. Louis Park and other cities
have some
Bronze bicycle friendly city
status
Currently at lowest level; Edina has a list of recommendations from
League of American Bicyclists
Clover Ride (expansion?
Next phases?)
Expansion? Next phases?
High School congestion Especially difficult at certain times
Neighborhood electric cars Potentially adopting ordinance-nothing in place for now; we go with
existing State statute; they are treated like upgraded golf carts; also
related: charging stations (what kind, mitigation if damaged, etc.)
Organized Garbage (and
Recycling) Collection
Continue with next logical steps (2021 is the exploration); approach
implementation?
PACS Fund
Covering more multimodal options? (Rate notes: the fund doesn’t
change, but we have changes with revenue based on # of customers;
have had some improvement since 2013-)
Safe Routes to School Speed reduction by schools, curriculum, other?
Shared mobility Related to Clover, but a new mode? Other programs?
Traffic Demand
Management (TDM)
Continue similar? Adjust?
Traffic Safety Study: process
improvements
Process improvements
Transit Topics could include connection improvements, equity, transition from
post-pandemic, etc.
June 17, 2022
Transportation Commission
Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
2022 Work Plan Development
Information / Background:
To aid the development of the 2022 Work Plan, staff would like to provide the Commission with the
following guidance and recommendations:
General
1. Commission work plans are developed by the Commission, not the staff liaison.
2. Commissioners are encouraged to review the goals from the Transportation Chapter of the draft
2018 Comprehensive Plan when considering work plan initiatives.
3. There should be a commissioner willing to “lead” the initiative for the Commission to propose it.
4. Work plan initiatives should not include City Department work plan initiatives (while there may be
overlap, it should be clear what the Commission’s role is).
5. List initiatives in order of priority (#1 is highest priority).
6. Commissions should be careful not to overload their work plan, but pursue an achievable number of
initiatives.
7. “Parking Lot” is reserved for initiatives the Commission considered but did not proposed as part of
the work plan. These items are not considered approved and would require a work plan
amendment approved by Council to allow the Commission to begin work.
Initiative & Outcome Fields
When writing initiatives, make sure the following points are addressed:
1. What is the specific action/outcome?
2. Describe what the Commission will do.
3. Describe what the outcome(s) will look like.
Examples:
Review and recommend a building energy benchmarking policy.
Study and report on possible city actions to reduce access and usage of vaping for youth.
The 2022 Work Plan development schedule will proceed as follows:
REPORT / RECOMMENDATION Page 2
June 17
July 15
August 15
Regular ETC meetings • 2022 Work Plan development
September 9 City Council/ETC
joint work session
• Review 2021 work plan progress, seek additional
direction, if needed
• Opportunity to discuss proposed 2022 Work Plan
initiatives
September 23 Regular ETC meeting • Approve 2022 Work Plan proposal
October 5 City Council work
session
• Chairs will present 2022 Work Plan proposals
• Council will review, ask clarifying questions and
give feedback to City Staff on possible
amendments to initiatives.
• Staff Liaisons will be available for questions.
October 28 Regular ETC meeting • Discuss revisions to 2022 Work Plan
November 3 City Council work
session
• City Manager will present 2022 Work Plan
proposals with liaison and Manager comments
• Council will review, ask clarifying questions and
give feedback on initiatives, including
adding/removing an initiative, changing scope, or
moving an initiative from one work plan to
another.
• Staff Liaisons will be available for questions.
December 7 Regular City Council
meeting
• Council will approve 2022 Work Plans
January 1 • Commission begins 2022 Work Plan initiatives
City of Edina 2018 Comprehensive Plan
Transportation Chapter Goals and Policies
1. Improve mobility for residents, visitors and businesses (including those with transportation disadvantages) through the
creation and maintenance of a balanced system of transportation alternatives for transit users, pedestrians, bicyclists
and motorists.
1.1. Increase protected and separate bike facilities between nodes, parks, schools and City facilities as indicated in the
Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan.
1.2. Connectivity between nodes shall be enhanced to include three modes of transportation where at least one is
non-motorized.
1.3. Create safe and convenient pedestrian and bicycle connections between major traffic generators, with particular
emphasis on continuity at roadway and other barrier crossings.
1.4. Connect to regional non-motorized transportation networks by reviewing and recommending pedestrian and
bicycle facilities throughout Edina cooperatively with the Three Rivers Park District and Hennepin County.
1.5. Support recommendations of the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan for implementation.
2. Implement a fully multi-modal transportation system that supports the land use vision and future land use plan for
managing and shaping future growth.
3. Minimize the impacts of the transportation system on Edina’s environment and neighborhood quality of life and
emphasize methods to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
3.1. Strive for transportation infrastructure designs that have a neutral to positive impact on the natural environment.
3.2. Effectively balance access from and mobility on Edina’s roadways, prioritizing safe and efficient movement between
the city’s primary nodes, parks, schools and community facilities.
4. Reduce the overall dependence on and use of single-occupant vehicles by promoting land use patterns that allow for
shorter vehicular trips and the use of alternative travel options.
4.1. Take a comprehensive approach to reducing single-occupant vehicle trips by involving those who live, work and
shop.
5. Promote a travel demand management (TDM) program through a coordinated program of regulations, marketing, and
provision of alternative workplace and travel options.
5.1. Partner with Commuter Services to encourage all forms of travel demand management in order to reduce single
occupancy vehicle travel, overall vehicle miles of travel, reduce petroleum consumption, and improve air quality.
5.2. Review and recommend policies necessitating a TDM Plan and/or a transit component with all types of
development and redevelopment. Review and implement substantive requirements associated with these TDM
Plans, potentially including TDM escrow accounts, transit passes, preferential parking for car-poolers, and other
measures.
5.3. Review all major new developments in light of the potential for ridesharing including bus accessibility, preferential
parking for carpools/vanpools, and mixed-use development.
5.4. Support preferential treatments for transit and high occupancy vehicles on streets and highways.
5.5. Include transit planning in the construction or upgrading of streets and highways.
6. Encourage and support attractive and reliable high-performance transit service and connections.
6.1. Increase transit options for Edina residents, focusing on connecting the underserved western segment of Edina
with the eastern segment.
6.2. Provide transit service to connect nodes and commercial hubs.
7. Develop and manage parking provision to encourage joint and shared use of facilities, ride-sharing (car pools and van
pools), and bicycle parking.
7.1. Encourage and develop preferred locations in surface and structured parking for electric vehicles (personal and
shared) and car pool/van pool vehicles.
7.2. Provide or require covered and secure bicycle parking (including e-bicycles) in all parking structures.
7.3. Continuously evaluate the need for, and design of, parking facilities (e.g. effects of autonomous vehicles and future
conversion of parking structures to inhabited buildings) and revise regulations as necessary.
8. Invest in infrastructure to support the continued growth in low- to zero-emission technology and support regional and
statewide efforts to educate and adopt electric vehicles.
8.1. Continue to install chargers at City facilities where use can benefit residents, City fleet, and partners.
8.2. Ensure that the methodology to determine electric vehicle charging locations considers both public and private
facilities with an inclusive and equitable lens.
8.3. Provide residents and businesses the opportunity to learn the benefits of zero emission vehicles through
outreach, education and events.
8.4. Advocate for electric vehicle charging programs and incentives with the state, utilities, and car manufacturers.
9. Provide for efficient movement of goods within Edina, while minimizing the impacts of freight traffic on other trips and
reducing negative impacts on land uses on freight corridors.
9.1. Through the use of technology, minimize congestion on neighborhood streets and ensure the safety while
balancing delivery service requirements.
9.2. Serve major truck users and intermodal facilities with good minor arterial access to the metropolitan highway
system.
9.3. Investigate and implement solutions to minimize the impact of delivery of goods by drone in residential areas.
10. Engage, seek input from and educate all segments of the community regarding transportation-related issues and
projects impacting the City.
10.1. Develop and implement methodology for consistent education of motorist, pedestrian and cyclist safety as
indicated in the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan.
10.2. Seek inclusive, equitable and meaningful public participation throughout the community in all transportation
studies and projects conducted by the City.
11. Identify new and continuing sources for transportation infrastructure funding by seeking to partner where feasible with
federal, state, county and adjacent community sources.
11.1. Pursue and support regional or multi-community funding sources for improvements that provide regional or
multi-community benefit.
11.2. Support research efforts into more efficient and cost-effective management, maintenance and replacement of
street surfaces.
11.3. Support governmental jurisdiction over roadways that reflect the role of the roadway in the overall
transportation system.
11.4. Encourage the legislature to continue a dedicated source for funding for efficient mass transit.
11.5. Encourage the legislature to provide stable, long-term roadway funding for capital, operating/traffic management,
and maintenance.
11.6. Develop and support legislation permitting a transportation utility.
12. Design roadway facilities according to their intended service function and neighborhood context.
12.1. Upgrade existing roadways when warranted by demonstrated volume, safety or functional needs, taking into
consideration environmental limitations.
12.2. Design/enhance residential street systems to discourage through traffic and to be compatible with lower speed
bicycling and walking. This includes consideration of traffic calming measures on local streets, local connectors
and, in some cases, collector streets.
12.3. Use adequate transitions and buffers including, but not limited to, earth berms, walls, landscaping and distance to
mitigate the undesirable impact of high volume roadways.
12.4. Consider the use of sound mitigating features for residential development adjacent to high volume roadways, and
make property owners and land developers responsible for noise attenuation at new developments near high
volume roadways.
12.5. Encourage beautification of local roadways, where appropriate, with amenities such as boulevard trees,
decorative street lighting, and monuments.
12.6. Monitor and address transportation requirements associated with demographic trends, such as an aging
population.
13. Provide and maintain adequate access to and from, and safety on, local and regional roadways.
13.1. Provide logical street networks to connect residential areas to the regional highway system and local activity
centers.
13.2. Adequately control access points to the regional roadway system (including minor arterials) in terms of driveway
openings and side street intersections.
13.3. Provide access to the local street system (including collector, local connector and local streets) in a manner that
balances the need to safely and efficiently operate the street system with the need for access to land.
13.4. Separate, to the extent possible, conflicting uses on the roadway system in order to minimize safety problems.
Give special attention to pedestrian and bicycle routes.
13.5. Review and update regional and local functional street classification and coordinate with adjacent cities and
Hennepin County. Review and recommend traffic calming policies and consider traffic calming implementation
where requested by residents using the Living Streets Plan as the primary guide.
13.6. Review and monitor citywide traffic volumes, congestion, existing traffic calming devices and measures, accident
history, vehicle violation history, speed limits and enforcement.
13.7. Educate public on vehicle operations including public relations campaigns that focus on individual responsibilities
to each other rather than individual rights only.
13.8. When requested by the Edina Transportation Commission and/or the Planning Commission, review land use that
may impact traffic implementations. Continue to monitor adjacent community redevelopment and other activity
that potentially impacts the City of Edina.
13.9. Evaluate and implement measures required for school safety.
14. Manage, maintain and operate roadways to maximize wherever possible the safety and mobility of all users and all
modes.
14.1. Cooperate with other agencies having jurisdiction over streets and highways in Edina to assure implementation of
Living Streets elements, good roadway conditions and operating efficiency.
14.2. Continue the implementation of the I-494 frontage road system through ongoing coordination with MnDOT,
Hennepin County, and the cities of Richfield and Bloomington.
14.3. Maintain roads by repairing weather-related and other damage. Continue current on-going pavement
improvement plan.
14.4. Use economic and environmentally sound management techniques for snow and ice removal.
14.5. Replace substandard bridges and bridges that present safety or traffic problems.
14.6. Track developments regarding the most current transportation systems and technologies, evaluate and
implement as warranted.
14.7. Support state legislation to decrease statutory urban speed limits from 30 to 25 miles per hour.
Transportation Commission Work Plan Initiatives
2013-2020
Year Initiative Description Partners
1 Investiage the impacts of organized trash collection while considering the travel demand management objectives, environmental goals and
reducing wear-and-tear on City streets.EEC
2 Continue representation on 2020 Street Funding Task Force until task force is complete.
3 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.
4 Review and comment on monthly Traffic Safety Reports.
5 Review and comment on roadway reconstruction projects and projects funded by the Pedestrian and Cyclist (PACS) Fund. Commission will also
review and comment on staff's application of the equity criteria.
6 Review and comment on traffic impact studies and Travel Demand Management plans associated with proposed developments.
7 Review the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and recommend changes to the proposed pedestrian and bicycle networks to improve
connectivity to future Metro Transit LRT and BRT services.
1 Review and evaluate performance of CloverRide circulator services (North and South) and make recommendations to Council for future
service after contracts expire.
2 Review and comment on traffic impact studies associated with propsoed developments.
3 Review and comment on staff's recommendations for Travel Demand Management policy/ordinance.
4 Review and comment on staff's framework for the completion of traffic impact studies conducted for proposed development/redevelopment
projects.
5 Develop and coordinate up to six educational activities to inform the community about transportation safety (which will include an annual
community event).
6 Review and comment on monthly Traffic Safety Reports.
7 Review and comment on proposed Capital Improvement projects, including roadway reconstructions and projects funded by the Pedestrian
and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund.
1 Chair/co-chair a cross-commission committee to review Travel Demand Management options and recommend a TDM policy or ordinance for
Council consideration PC
2 Serve on a cross-commission committee to determine if a process is feasible for the Transportation Commission to provide input on
transportation-related issues, including traffic study results associated with development/redevelopment PC
3 Annually, spring through fall, the commission with coordinate an educational campaign to inform community members about pedestrian,
bicycle and motorist safety which will include an annual community event
4 Monitor and evaluate the CloverRide circulator service and make recommendations to Council for future service after twelve-month
agreement expires
5 Review and comment on PACS Fund allocating process with a race and equity lens CHC, HRRC, PARC
6 Serve on a cross-commission committee to complete requirements for Edina to receive the AARP City Designation
7 Serve on a cross-commission committee to develop a draft plan on Edina Grand Rounds, including wayfinding PARC
1 Recommend pilot plan for Edina/Southdale Circulator including pilot routes and evaluation plan for the Edina/Southdale Bus Circulator Pilot
Project
2 Invite neighboring transportation commission to have joint meeting with the Edina Transportation Commission
3 Review and comment on solutions for high school motor vehicle traffic and parking affecting neighborhoods adjacent to Edina High School
4 Assist as requested with the development of the City's new Comprehensive Guide Plan
PL Define and implement equity criteria for PACS Fund projects, and integrate with the City's Race and Equity Task Force efforts
1 If City staff secures funds, support and guide the engagement process for, and potential study of, passengar rail in Edina
2 Assist as requested with the development of the City's new Comprehensive Guide Plan
3 Review transportation impact analysis process to better implement Living Streets PC
4 Review and comment on transportation projects in the Capital Improvement Plan, mill and overlay/seal coat projects, and monthly traffic
safety reports
5 Review and comment on pedestrian and bicycle master plan
1 Study and report community circulator
2 Organize and host a transportation-themed event with speaker(s)
3 Prepare and comment on Comprehensive Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan for inclusion in 2018 Comprehensive Plan
4 Review Edina To Go app and provide recommendations to staff regarding organzation/sategoes for reporting concerns related to
streets/transportation
5 Review data from City's QLS (2011, 2013, 2015) and conduct 2 public meetings to identify gaps around the City's transportation systems
6 Make recommendations to staff for evaluation of the Living Streets and Streets Smarts outreach campaigns
7 Provide input to staff on the creation of a walking map of the City indicating routes and areas of interest
1 Review and recommend modifications to roadway reconstruction project survey content and methodology
2 Review and recommend modifications to Traffic Safety Request process
3 Greater Southdale Area Transportation and Circulator Study implementation
4 Study access to and from Southwest LRT stations in St. Louis Park, Hopkins, Minnetonka and Eden Prairie
1 Living Streets Plan
2 Meet with Police Department and Public Works annually to discuss shared interests such as traffic education and enforcement, street
maintenance as it affects cyclists and pedestrians, etc.
3 Valley View Rd between Gleason Rd and Antrim Rd - work with school district and Active Routes to School working group to address traffic
issues
4 Educational safety campaign
1 Living Streets Policy implementation
2 Review transportation projects in the proposed Capital Improvement Program
3 TLC Bike Boulevard project
PL Grandview Area Transportation Plan implementation
2021
2020
2013
2019
2018
2017
2016
2015
2014