HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-11-17 Meeting PacketAgenda
Transportation Commission
City Of Edina, Minnesota
City Hall - Community Room
Thursday, November 17, 2022
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 27, 2022
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.Tra$c Safety Report of October 25, 2022
B.Draft PACS Fund Increase Proposal
C.2022 Work Plan Updates
D.2023 Work Plan Proposal
VII.Chair And Member Comments
VIII.Sta0 Comments
IX.Adjournment
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Date: November 17, 2022 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
27, 2022
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 27, 2022.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached draft minutes.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft Minutes: Oct 27, 2022
Draft Minutes☒
Approved Minutes☐
Approved Date:
Minutes
City Of Edina, Minnesota
Transportation Commission
City Hall Community Room
October 27, 2022
I. Call To Order
Chair Johnson called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
II. Roll Call
Answering roll call: Commissioners Ahler, Brown, Kitui, Lewis, Plumb-Smith, Richman, Sweeney, Johnson
Late: Commissioners McCarthy, Rubenstein
Absent: Commissioner Kanti Mahanty
Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni, Assistant City Engineer Aaron Ditzler
III. Approval of Meeting Agenda
Motion was made by Commissioner Ahler and seconded by Commissioner Lewis to
approve the agenda. All voted aye. Motion carried.
Commissioner McCarthy arrived at 6:03.
IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes
Motion was made by Commissioner Ahler and seconded by Commissioner Brown to
approve the September 15, 2022 meeting minutes.
Ayes: Ahler, Brown, Kitui, Lewis, McCarthy, Plumb-Smith, Johnson
Abstain: Richman
Motion carried.
V. Community Comment
None.
Commissioner Rubenstein arrived at 6:12.
VI. Reports/Recommendations
A. 2023 Roadway Reconstruction Projects
Assistant City Engineer Aaron Ditzler and Liaison Scipioni presented the proposed 2023 roadway
reconstruction project for review and comment. Comments from Commissioners included;
• Morningside C
o What type of pavement markings/signage is included for the proposed bike boulevard?
o Why are sidewalks not proposed for Monterey Ave or Kipling Ave?
o Staff should keep in mind how proposed multi-modal facilities connect to facilities under
construction in Weber Park.
o What does a boulevard-style sidewalk mean?
o Encourage boulevards for new sidewalks and tree plantings in boulevards.
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o Was a new sidewalk on W 40th St considered?
o Recommend revisiting gaps in sidewalk network.
• Valley View Rd – West Promenade
o Why is a segment of the Twin Loops proposed on France Ave?
o Accessing the proposed West Promenade from 69th St will be difficult for cyclists,
recommend including some improvement on the north end for cyclists.
o The existing crossing north of the Valley View Rd/W 70th St roundabout might not be
safe for new seniors living at 4040 W 70th St.
o Valley View Rd further north (W 64th St to W 69th St) is a significant gap in bicycle
network, consideration should be given to improvements further north to connect to
this facility.
o Recommend consideration for an RRFB at the existing crossing north of the Valley View
Rd/W 70th St roundabout.
o Suggest showing marked crosswalk on concept drawings.
o Recommend consideration for 10’ travel lanes to slow vehicle speeds.
B. Draft Equity Criteria for Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund
Staff presented the draft equity criteria for PACS Fund project scheduling for review and comment.
Comments from Commissioners included;
• Where is the list of projects?
• Is there a reason to consider deviating from the projects that are proposed in the Pedestrian
and Bicycle Master Plan given this Plan’s lack of equity consideration?
• Impressed with the implementation plan.
• Glad to see these criteria come to fruition.
C. 2022 Work Plan Updates
• #1 Tree Boulevard Policy – Initiative completed.
• #2 Public Transit Checklist – Initiative terminated.
• #3 PACS Fund Policy – Working on financial analysis, forecasting potential fee increases,
considering residential/commercial breakdown. Existing implementation of Ped/Bike Master Plan
is 20-80 years. Coordinating with staff for additional information to complete report.
• #4 SRTS Demonstration Projects – Initiative terminated.
• #5 TIS Process Review – Initiative terminated.
• #6 Transit Connectivity – Initiative completed.
D. Appoint Commissioner to Cahill District Area Plan Working Group
Staff is recommending adding an initiative to the Transportation Commission’s 2023 work plan to
“appoint a Commissioner to the Cahill District Area Plan Working Group.” Staff anticipates City
Council will approve of this addition but would like the Commission to appoint a member at this time to
attend upcoming meetings.
Motion was made by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Lewis to
appoint Commissioner Kitui to the Cahill District Area Plan Working Group. All voted
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aye. Motion carried.
E. 2023 Work Plan Proposal
Staff reviewed staff comments on the 2023 work plan proposal following the joint work session with
City Council on October 6. Staff recommendations will be presented to Council at the November 1
work session.
VII. Chair and Member Comments – Received.
VIII. Staff Comments – Received.
A. Staff Presentation to PARC
Staff will present on the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan for the Parks and Recreation Commission’s
November 1 meeting (held at Braemar Golf Course). Members of the Transportation and Energy &
Environment Commission are welcome to attend.
IX. Adjournment
Motion was made by Commissioner Richman and seconded by Commissioner Ahler to
adjourn the October 27, 2022 regular meeting at 7:43 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 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%
Brown, Chris 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 70%
Johnson, Kirk 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 80%
Kitui, Janet 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 80%
Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 90%
McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 7 70%
Plumb-Smith, Jill 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 80%
Richman, Lori 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 80%
Rubenstein, Tricia 1 1 1 1 4 67%
Kanti Mahanty, Stephen (s) 1 1 1 1 1 1 6 60%
Sweeney, Isaiah (s) 1 1 2 100%
Kane, Bocar Resigned 0 N/A
Clark, Anna (s) 1 1 Term Expired 2 25%
Date: November 17, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.A.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Item Activity:
Subject:Traffic Safety Report of October 25, 2022 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 25, 2022.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached staff report.
Comments received by the Commission will be included in the staff report provided to City Council at their
December 6 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Traffic Safety Report of October 25, 2022
November 17, 2022
Transportation Commission
Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator
Traffic Safety Report of October 25, 2022
Information / Background:
The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on October 25. The Traffic
Safety Coordinator, City Engineer, Streets Public Service Worker, Transportation Planner, Public Works
Director and Assistant City Planner were in attendance for this meeting. The Police Sergeant was not able
to attend but were informed of the decisions and had no objections to the recommendations.
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 6 regular meeting.
Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends action
A1. Request for speed limit sign on W 40th St
• 40th is border street with St. Louis Park.
• Speed limit is 20 mph.
• 85% speed is 27.3 EB and 26.5 WB.
• 40th is uncontrolled between Natchez and
Grimes Aves.
• No sidewalks or bike facilities are present.
• Neighborhood has anticipated 2023 street
reconstruction project.
Staff recommends installing a 20-mph speed
limit sign during street project in 2023.
W 40th St
STAFF REPORT Page 2
A2. Request for parking restriction sign adjacent to 5841 Concord Ave
• Resident’s child (11 years old) has special needs and bus accesses driveway from W 59th St.
• Due to proximity of Concord Elementary, parents park near driveway during pick-up/drop-
off hours (7:40-8:00 and 2:15-2:30).
• Parking is allowed on both sides of W 59th St.
• Resident currently uses personal
traffic cones to discourage on-
street parking near driveway.
Staff recommends installing an
accessible parking sign adjacent to the
driveway to improve bus access.
Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action
B1. Request for speed limit signs on Park Terrace
• All streets in neighborhood have 25-mph
speed limit.
• Speed limit signs are present on 7th St and
Interlachen Blvd.
• 2016 ADT and 85% speed were 1,440 and
30.5 mph, respectively.
• No sidewalks or bike facilities are present.
• One crash reported in the last 10 years.
• Blake Rd to the east is currently under
construction.
Staff recommends no action; this is likely a temporary concern resulting from construction
on Blake Rd.
B2. Request to improve crossing visibility at South View Ln and Sherwood Ave
• Resident is requesting to remove 1-2 on-
street parking spaces on south side of South
View and/or to improve crosswalk
treatment.
• Crosswalk connects pedestrian ramp on east
side of Sherwood Ave with sidewalk on
South View Ln.
• On-street parking is permitted on the south
side of Southview and the north side (east of
Sherwood only).
• 2021 AADT was 4,815.
• No crashes have been reported in the last 10 years.
Staff recommends no action as the current treatment complies with City policy.
Park Ter
South View Ln facing east at Sherwood Ave
5841 Concord Ave driveway
STAFF REPORT Page 3
B3. Request to shift all-way stop controls on Valley Ln from Creek Dr to Limerick Ln
• Resident noted that Valley is often used as an
alternative route to Highway 62 during rush
hours.
• Intersection of Creek and Valley is all-way
stop controlled.
• Limerick is stop controlled at Valley Ln.
• Sidewalk is present on the south side of
Valley; bike lanes are proposed for future
construction.
• 2019 ADT on Valley was 6,600 with peak
p.m. rush hour between 900 and 1,600.
• 2019 pedestrian study observed 35 crossings
at Creek and 8 at Limerick.
• One crash was reported in the last 10 years.
• Neither intersection meets warrants for all-way stop control.
Staff recommends no changes. Requestor was advised to submit a petition to City Council.
Section D: Other traffic safety items handled
D1. A request was made for signage to restrict queuing northbound vehicles on Arcadia Ave for a nearby
drive thru. Staff recommends no changes given crash history and temporary nature of condition.
D2. A resident requested all-way stop controls at Shannon Dr and Kemrich Dr. This three-way leg includes
stop control for southbound traffic due to impacted sight lines facing east. All-way stop controls are not
warranted.
D3. A nearby business owner was concerned with a new school opening in the Cahill industrial park. No
safety concerns related to pick-up/drop-off traffic have been raised since the school has opened.
D4. A resident requested tree trimming of branches blocking a stop sign for eastbound traffic on W 60th St
approaching Wooddale Ave. Staff reviewed the sign and the tree was trimmed.
D5. A downed tree was reported along Lochloy Dr. Public Works was notified and removed the tree.
D6. A request was made to restrict on-street parking on Wyman Avenue north of the bridge over Highway
62. The 24-foot street with one-sided parking is consistent with the Living Streets Plan. The requestor was
advised to submit a petition to City Council.
D7. A resident had concerns of safety for students along W 54th St and requested all-way stop controls at
Halifax Ln and a reduced speed limit. All-way stop controls are not warranted. EPD was asked to consider
speed enforcement in this area. Staff will review whether the street meets the statutory requirements for a
school zone speed limit.
D8. A request was made to change the signal timing at W 70th St and Cornelia Dr to improve safety for
crossing pedestrians. Staff reviewed the signal and recommended no changes.
D9. Two residents submitted concerns about drivers not stopping for buses and children using the
crosswalks over Wooddale Ave at Woodland Rd and W 56th St. The treatment at these intersections
complies with City policy. EPD was asked to consider additional patrol in this area.
Valley Ln at Creek Dr (red) and Limerick Dr (yellow)
STAFF REPORT Page 4
D10. Speeding complaints were received regarding W 66th St east of Highway 100, West Shore Drive south
of W 66th St, W 72nd St, and Halifax Ave between W 54th and 52nd Sts. The EPD was notified of these
requests for enforcement. Staff is continuing to collect speed data on local streets through 2023 to
determine impact of citywide speed limit reduction.
D11. A resident notified staff regarding broken curb in the street within the Morningside reconstruction
project. Staff moved the curb out of the drive lane.
D12. Following the opening of the Eden Ave roundabout, a resident made requests to improve safety for
vehicles entering Highway 100 southbound via Eden Ave. This included added signage and vegetation
trimming within MnDOT right-of-way. This request was forwarded to MnDOT. It is anticipated that this on-
ramp will be removed following the reconstruction of the Vernon Ave bridge over CP Rail in 2024.
D13. A resident was concerned with the visibility of a stop sign for eastbound traffic on Tower St
approaching St Johns Ave due to a tree in the boulevard. As the tree follows the City’s clear view ordinance,
no enforceable action is available to require the adjacent resident to trim the tree.
D14. A request was made to restripe lane markings along Parklawn Ave west of France Ave. Public Works
reviewed the condition of the pavement markings and determined no action was necessary.
D15. A resident was concerned with traffic queuing on Interlachen Blvd approaching Vernon Ave. Hennepin
County staff was informed of this concern to review signal timing.
D16. A resident along Wooddale Ave near the Edina Country Club is concerned with vehicles parking too
close to their driveway and requested additional signage. The resident was informed to contact the EPD if
vehicles park within five feet of their driveway and submit a petition to City Council for permanent
restrictions.
D17. A submission was made to replace broken curb and gutter along John St. Public Works crew resolved
the issue.
D18. A concern was raised regarding vehicles failing to yield to pedestrians in the crosswalks at Halifax Ave
and W 50th St. A leading pedestrian interval was installed to give pedestrians priority over vehicles to cross
on green.
Date: November 17, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.B.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Report and Recommendation
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:Draft PACS Fund Increase Proposal Action
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
Motion to approve Commission report on recommended options to increase funding for the Pedestrian and
Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund.
INTRODUCTION:
See attached report.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Draft PACS Fund Increase Proposal
City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
Transportation Commission
Date: November 17, 2022
To: Mayor and City Council
Cc: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
From: Transportation Commission
Subject: Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund Increase Proposal
Initiative
Review and recommend changes to the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety Fund policy.
Recommendation
Two recommended options for consideration include: 1) raising monthly fees for all four land uses 250% to
increase the annual PACS Fund revenue by four times and complete the Edina’s planned infrastructure
improvements in 13 years or 2) maintain residential fees and raising all commercial fees by 500% to
increase the annual PACS Fund revenue three times and complete Edina’s planned infrastructure
improvements in 16 years.
Background
The Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety (PACS) Fund is a critical funding source for the City of Edina to
implement multimodal infrastructure including, but not limited to, sidewalks, shared-use paths, and
enhanced crosswalks. Approved in December 2012, the PACS Fund has supported the implementation of
nearly $8.6 million worth of projects that support the transportation network’s most vulnerable users:
people walking, rolling, and bicycling. The following has been completed since the PACS Fund’s inception:
15 miles of sidewalk 4.1 miles of bicycle
infrastructure
2 miles of shared
use paths (trails)
29 crossing
improvements
The PACS Fund is collected via a monthly fee charged per utility meter in the city and is applied by either a
residential or tiered commercial rate. Currently, residents pay about $20 per year into the fund which
equates to approximately three grande sized pumpkin spice lattes from Starbucks.
Monthly Fee Annual Total
Residential $1.62 $19.44
Commercial A $2.74 $32.88
Commercial B $7.66 $91.92
Commercial C $32.66 $391.92
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Since 2013, there have been 122 crashes total (one fatal and 11 serious injury
crashes) in Edina involving a person walking, rolling, or bicycling. The Toward Zero
Deaths (TZD) movement, embraced by local, county, and state officials across
Minnesota can only be successful through critical infrastructure improvements to
protect the transportation network’s most vulnerable users. Creating spaces for walking, rolling, and
bicycling that those of all ages and abilities can safely enjoy not only improves Edina’s quality of life and
prosperity but is supported by the 85 percent of residents that have used a trail at least once in the last
year per the City’s biannual resident survey. Furthermore, 11 percent of residents believe that traffic and
infrastructure are the City’s most serious issue of which investments in active transportation infrastructure
can improve by potentially reducing congestion and enhancing the transportation network. Resident
support for active transportation is clear as 43 percent like living in Edina because of the convenient
location, accessibility, and walkability while 12 percent do so because of the trails, parks, and recreational
space. Investments in this infrastructure has clearly paid off as resident perception regarding the ease of
walking (60% to 73%) and biking (47% to 64%) increased between 2015 to 2021, respectively.
The U.S. Census’s American Community Survey (2019) data for the City of Edina further illustrates the
need to continue investing in these projects due to those that are unable to, or do not have access to, a
personal vehicle, as well as those that commute by other modes beyond a private vehicle.
- 9% of the population has a disability
- 6% of households do not own a personal vehicle
- 18% walk, bike, use public transportation, or work from home
Furthermore, for every $1 invested in active transportation, $24 is averted medical cost1 and on average
property taxes increase by up to ten times.2 And for every $1 million spent on active transportation
projects about eight to 12 jobs are created as compared to less than eight by a road project only.3
The Edina Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan (2018) identified well over 100 miles of sidewalk, bikeways,
and shared-use paths of which the following totals remain as of 2022 to implement the vision and projects
identified by that plan. On average today, the existing PACS Fund fee levels equate to about $1.2 million of
annual revenue. The annual growth rate is approximately one percent due to ongoing residential and
commercial development in the city. At the current average rate of annual expenditures and corresponding
construction by infrastructure type, it would take about 44 years to complete all remaining projects
identified in the master plan that have not already been implemented.
29.7 miles of
sidewalk
44.6 miles of bicycle
infrastructure
19.9 miles of shared
use paths (trails)
Several intersection
and crossing
projects
An analysis of opportunities to raise the fee by different percentage points was completed to understand
the impact such increases would have on both completing the master plan as well as increasing funding for
projects broadly desired and supported by the residents of Edina. The forecast analysis includes two
1 Smart Growth America (2015) Safer Streets, Stronger Economies: Complete Streets Project Outcomes from Across the Country. Available from:
https://smartgrowthamerica.org/resources/ evaluating-complete-streets-projects-a-guide-for-practitioners/. 2 Safe Routes to School National Partnership (2017) Investing in Walking, Biking, and Safe Routes to School: A Win for the Bottom Line. Available from: https://www.saferoutespartnership.org/sites/ default/files/resource_files/121117-sr2s-investing_report-final.pdf. 3 Garrett-Peltier H (2011) Pedestrian and Bicycle Infrastructure: A National Study of Employment Impacts. Amhert, MA: Political Economic Research Institute
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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
scenarios: 1) a one-time increase of all four-tiered rates or 2) maintain the existing
residential rate and increase only the three commercial rates.
Scenario 1: One-Time Increase of All Rates
The following table breaks down the potential new monthly rates per meter user, their annual cost, and the
amount that would be sent to the PACS Fund.
Table 1: PACS Fund Increase Scenario 1
Current 5% 10% 25% 50% 75% 100% 250% 500%
Res Monthly $1.62 $1.70 $1.78 $2.03 $2.43 $2.84 $3.24 $5.67 $9.72
Annual $19.44 $20.41 $21.38 $24.30 $29.16 $34.02 $38.88 $68.04 $116.64
PACS $761K $799K $837K $951K $1.14M $1.33M $1.52M $2.66M $4.56M
Comm A Monthly $2.74 $2.88 $3.01 $3.43 $4.11 $4.80 $5.48 $9.59 $16.44
Annual $32.88 $34.52 $36.17 $41.10 $49.32 $57.54 $65.76 $115.08 $197.28
PACS $56K $59K $62K $70K $84K $98K $112K $196K $336K
Comm B Monthly $7.66 $8.04 $8.43 $9.58 $11.49 $13.41 $15.32 $26.81 $45.96
Annual $91.92 $96.52 $101.11 $114.90 $137.88 $160.86 $183.84 $321.72 $551.52
PACS $110K $116K $121K $138K $166K $193K $221K $387K $663K
Comm C Monthly $32.66 $34.29 $35.93 $40.83 $48.99 $57.16 $65.32 $114.31 $195.96
Annual $391.92 $411.52 $431.11 $489.90 $587.88 $685.86 $783.84 $1371.72 $2351.52
PACS $283K $297K $311K $353K $424K $495K $566K $990K $1.70M
Total PACS $1.21M $1.27M $1.33M $1.51M $1.81M $2.12M $2.42M $4.24M $7.26M
Years to Complete
Master Plan 44 42 40 36 30 25 22 13 7
Figure 1: PACS Fund Increase Scenario 1
$-
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
$7,000,000
$8,000,000
Current 5%10%25%50%75%100%250%500%Revenue GeneratedProposed Rate Increase
Residential Commercial A Commercial B Commercial C
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City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424
Scenario 2: One-Time Increase of All Commercial Rates
The following table breaks down the potential new monthly rates per commercial
meter user, their annual cost, and the amount that would be sent to the PACS
Fund. This proposal would freeze the residential rate.
Figure 2: PACS Fund Increase Scenario 2
Current 50% 100% 250% 500% 1,000%
Res Monthly $1.62 $1.62 $1.62 $1.62 $1.62 $1.62
Annual $19.44 $19.44 $19.44 $19.44 $19.44 $19.44
PACS $761K $761K $761K $761K $761K $761K
Comm A Monthly $4.11 $4.11 $5.48 $9.59 $16.44 $30.14
Annual $32.88 $49.32 $65.76 $115.08 $197.28 $361.68
PACS $56K $84K $112K $196K $337K $617K
Comm B Monthly $7.66 $11.49 $15.32 $26.81 $45.96 $84.26
Annual $91.92 $137.88 $183.84 $321.72 $551.52 $1,011.12
PACS $110K $166K $221K $387K $663K $1.21M
Comm C Monthly $32.66 $48.99 $65.32 $114.31 $195.96 $359.26
Annual $391.92 $587.88 $783.84 $1371.72 $2351.52 $4,311.12
PACS $283K $424K $566K $990K $1.70M $3.11M
Total PACS $1.21M $1.43M $1.66M $2.33M $3.46M $5.70M
Years to Complete
Master Plan 44 37 32 23 16 9
Figure 2: PACS Fund Increase Scenario 2
If there is no interest in raising the fees that fund these critical projects, it has been demonstrated that with
greater population growth the revenue can organically rise as the number of meters correspondingly
increase. Since 2013, the fee revenue has increased from about $1 million to 1.2 million as of 2021 purely
due to this growth. The more residences and commercial buildings constructed in Edina; the more revenue
will flow into the PACS fund absent of a fee increase on existing property owners. In essence, higher
density and population growth will equate to more funding though it is important to note that the one
percent growth far lags inflation, rising materials and labor costs, and the ever-expanding needs for high
quality infrastructure to accommodate residents, workers, and visitors of Edina.
$-
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
Current 50%100%250%500%1000%Revenue GeneratedProposed Rate Increase
Residential Commercial A Commercial B Commercial C
Date: November 17, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.C.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2022 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 2022 Work P lan initiatives (unless an item is elsewhere on
the current agenda). See attached work plan.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2022 Work Plan Progress Report
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Commission: Transportation Commission
2022 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)
Boulevard Tree Policy
Research, develop and recommend a citywide boulevard tree policy
that addresses planting, protection, maintenance, removal and funding.
Deliverable
Policy for consideration by City Council
Lead
Lori Richman
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison, periodic support from City Forester and/or Community Development Director.
Jan: Looking for committee members to assist in developing the policy, reviewing other agencies’ policies.
Feb: Met with City Forester, planning to talk to other Commissions about their thoughts.
Mar: Met with representatives from Planning, Energy & Environment, and Park and Recreation Commissions, will meet with Manager Neal Apr 6 to discuss how
to move forward.
Apr: EEC has work plan initiative to propose revisions to tree ordinances that will support Climate Action Plan. Once ETC approves draft boulevard tree language,
it will be submitted to EEC to be included in their ordinance recommendations.
May: Commission reviewed draft ordinance.
Jun: Commission reviewed and approved an updated ordinance for submission to the EEC.
Jul: EEC reviewed draft ordinance, city attorney is reviewing language. EEC expected to approve ordinance at their August meeting.
Aug: The Commission approved an advisory communication to City Council supporting EEC’s proposed tree ordinance amendments.
Oct: Initiative completed.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative # 2 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Public Transit Checklist
Develop a transit checklist to review on the proposed development
projects. Planning Commission will review and comment
Deliverables
Report to City Council
Lead
Andy Lewis
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-3 hours per month from Staff Liaison; periodic support from Community Development Director.
Jan: Reached out to members of the Planning Commission and Met Council for updates on transit operations in the city in 2022.
Feb: Met with Metro Transit staff; service levels are expected to decrease due to driver shortage and ridership decline. Next step is to take information and start
formalizing checklist.
Mar: Reviewed example frameworks, putting together a draft.
Apr: Working with document currently used by Planning Commission, making revisions based on ETC discussions.
May: Commission discussed ideas/topics to include in checklist.
Jun: Commission reviewed revised list of ideas/topics. Subcommittee will reach out to Planning Commission members to review.
Jul: Work paused to determine whether Planning is interested in deliverable and to better understand Commission’s role in development review process.
Aug: Not sure that this deliverable is valuable to Planning Commission, as it overlaps with guidance they already have. Future work may including reviewing
Planning’s transportation guidance and creating a work plan initiative around that.
Sep: Commission terminated initiative, planning to wrap into future initiative with Planning Commission.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative # 3 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
PACS Fund Policy
Review and recommend changes to the Pedestrian and Cyclist Safety
Fund policy.
Deliverable
Report to City Council
Lead
Chris Brown
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-3 hours per month by Staff Liaison; periodic support from Finance and/or Administration
Jan: Would like to meet with staff to understand expenditures and buying power of the fund. Admin and Engineering are preparing a report on fund to bring to
Commission for review and comment.
Feb: Scheduling meeting with staff to discuss next steps.
Mar: Met with staff to learn about PACS Fund, staff work and current challenges.
Apr: Reviewing data provided by staff, trying to determine what the objective is and how this initiative can be helpful to staff.
May: Organized data provided by staff, working on how best to structure deliverable.
Jun: No update.
Jul: No update.
Aug: No update.
Sep: Subcommittee provided comments to staff on equity criteria. Considering recommending scenarios to increase funding to address rising construction costs.
Oct: Working on financial analysis, forecasting potential fee increases, considering residential/commercial breakdown. Existing implementation of Ped/Bike
Master Plan is 20-80 years. Coordinating with staff for additional information to complete report.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative # 4 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
SRTS Demonstration Projects
Study Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and report on potential Safe
Routes to School demonstration projects.
Deliverable
Report to staff
Lead
None
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison.
Jan: No update.
Feb: No update.
Mar: No update, change lead to TBD.
Apr: On hold until new Commissioner is appointed.
May: No update.
Jun: No update.
Jul: No update.
Aug: Lead resigned, Commission terminated initiative.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative # 5 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
TIS Process Review Study and report on other agencies' process for completed traffic impact studies related to development/redevelopment projects.
Deliverable
Report to City Council
Lead
None
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month by Staff Liaison; periodic support from Director of Engineering and Community Development Director.
Jan: No update.
Feb: No update.
Mar: No update, change lead to TBD.
Apr: On hold until new Commissioner is appointed.
May: No update.
Jun: No update.
Jul: No update.
Aug: Lead resigned, Commission terminated initiative.
Approved by City Council December 7, 2021
Initiative #6 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Transit Connectivity
Review the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan and
recommend changes to proposed facilities to improve
connectivity to public transit.
Deliverables
Report to City Council
Lead
Andy Lewis
Target Completion Date
Q4
Budget Required: No funds available.
Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours per month from Staff Liaison.
Jan: Committee will meet to discuss first steps.
Feb: This initiative will follow the lead of Initiative #2.
Mar: Discussed limited transit opportunities in Edina, considering reviewing the Southdale Transit Station and surrounding area, which is a key connector.
Apr: Driver shortage continues to be a problem for Metro Transit. Subcommittee recommends focusing efforts on E Line and Southdale Transit Center, ignoring
services that are currently suspended, and will incorporate last year’s work into this initiative.
May: Subcommittee is considering refocusing initiative to advocate for improvements at Southdale Transit Center or for transit service reinstatements.
Jun: Subcommittee is considering including in the deliverable a recommendation that City Council advocate to Metro Transit for improvements to the Southdale
Transit Center as part of the E Line project, as well as for general transit service restoration.
Jul: Commission is considering drafting an advisory communication to City Council about the proposed relocation of the Southdale Transit Center.
Aug: Commission approved an advisory communication to City Council about transit service and the proposed relocation of the Southdale Transit Center.
Oct: Initiative completed.
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.)
Organized trash collection
Date: November 17, 2022 Agenda Item #: VI.D.
To:Transportation Commission Item Type:
Other
From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner
Item Activity:
Subject:2023 Work Plan Proposal Information
CITY OF EDINA
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
www.edinamn.gov
ACTION REQUESTED:
None.
INTRODUCTION:
At the November 1 City Council Work Session, City Manager Scott Neal and Assistant City Manager Lisa
Schaefer presented staff comments on Commission work plan proposals. Council will approve of the final work
plans at their December 6 regular meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
2023 Work Plan Proposal - Manager Comments
Template Updated 2021.06.08
Commission: Transportation Commission
2023 Annual Work Plan Proposal
Initiative #1 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review
Review existing crossing policy and recommend changes with
consideration for local amenities such as parks and schools.
Deliverable
Report to Council
Leads
Chris Brown
Target
Completion Date
Q4 Sub-Committee
Budget Required (Completed by staff): No funds available.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison, ~5 hours from other staff (Engineering, Parks & Recreation)
Liaison Comments: The Pedestrian Crossing Policy, adopted in 2018, provides guidance to ensure the consistent application and treatment of crossings
throughout the City. This initiative supports Comprehensive Plan goals to improve safety and mobility.
City Manager Comments: No changes. Council charge 3.
Initiative #2 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Bicycle Network Planning for Bikes as Transportation
Develop recommendations to make high-traffic corridors more bike-
friendly
Deliverable
List of recommended improvements
and priorities
Leads
Andy Lewis, Mindy
Ahler, Jill Plumb-Smith
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Sub-committee
Budget Required (Completed by staff): No funds available.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison.
Liaison Comments: The 2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan provides guidance on bicycle infrastructure within the City. This initiative supports
Comprehensive Plan goals to improve multi-modal transportation. Staff recommends the following amendments:
Initiative Description: Study existing bicycle infrastructure on high-traffic corridors, recommend improvements and priorities for implementation.
Deliverable: Report to staff.
City Manager Comments: Change initiative to read, “Develop a priority list of high-traffic corridors and ideas for bike friendly improvements.” Change deliverable
to “Report to council.” Council charge 1.
Template Updated 2021.06.08
Initiative #3 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
France Avenue Transit Corridor Review
Review the safety, accessibility, and amenities along the existing France
Avenue Transit Corridor for pedestrians, bicyclists and transit riders
between Minnesota Drive and Highway 62 (Southdale District).
Investigation will include site visits and review of similar case studies
that promote non-automobile transportation modes along similar scale
roadways and will include input from key stakeholders. Inquiry is in
response to the Climate Action Plan and new parking ordinances.
Deliverable
Report with recommendations based
on Commission review and
resident/stakeholder input
Leads
Tricia Rubenstein, Bruce
McCarthy, Lori Richman
Target
Completion Date
Q4
Sub-committee
Budget Required (Completed by staff): No funds available.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): 2-5 hours per month from Staff Liaison, ~10 hours from Communications for stakeholder engagement/website
Liaison Comments: A number of guiding documents provide recommendations for improvements on France Avenue, including the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master
Plan, the Greater Southdale District Plan and Design Experience Guidelines. The City is limited in its capacity to advance improvements on this corridor because it
is a Hennepin County road. Staff recommends the following amendments:
Deliverable: Report to staff
Council Charge: Study & Report
City Manager Comments: This work plan item requires more discussion with Council regarding role of the City.
Initiative #4 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Boulevard Tree Planting
Recommend replacement and new boulevard tree planting in top
priority areas identified by the Climate Action Plan (Greenspace + Trees
Strategy GS1) with guidance from the City Forester.
Deliverable
Recommendation based on
Commission review
Leads
Tricia Rubenstein
Target
Completion Date
Q4 Sub-Committee
Budget Required: (Completed by staff) No funds available.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison, ~5 hours from City Forester.
Liaison Comments: This initiative builds on work completed by the Commission in 2022. The City does not actively plan boulevard trees because boulevards are
privately maintained. Staff recommends the following amendments:
Deliverable: Report to staff.
Council Charge: Study & Report.
City Manager Comments: This work plan item requires more discussion with Council regarding role of the City and funding.
Template Updated 2021.06.08
Initiative #5 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☒ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Organized Trash Collection
Review and comment on the Energy & Environment Commission’s
initiative to develop a strategic plan for the City to adequately assess
organized trash collection as an alternative to the open system.
Deliverable
Review and comment on EEC
report/recommendations
Leads
Jill Plumb-Smith
Target
Completion Date
Q4 Cross-Commission
Committee (EEC)
Budget Required (Completed by staff): No funds available.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): How many hours of support by the staff liaison? Communications / marketing support?
Liaison Comments: This initiative builds on work completed by the Commission in 2021. This initiative supports Comprehensive Plan goals to minimize the
impacts of the transportation system on Edina’s environment and Climate Action Plan goals to reduce carbon emissions and vehicle miles traveled.
City Manager Comments: Remove initiative. Commission has completed their work. Staff needs direction from Council on moving forward with legal process.
Initiative #6 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Off-Street Parking
Participate in cross-commission committee with Planning and Energy &
Environment Commissions to recommend what parking initiatives the
City should pursue over the next 10-15 years. Engage in consulting
support via Planning Commission funds. Recommend a bike rack
addition strategy to accelerate bike parking installation.
Deliverable
Recommendation to City Council
Leads
Kirk Johnson, Janet Kitui
Target
Completion Date
Q4 Cross-Commission
Committee (PC lead,
EEC)
Budget Required (Completed by staff): Potential consulting fees would come from the Community Development Department budget, if needed.
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff): 2-5 hours per month from Staff Liaison, ~5 hours from other staff (Planning, Engineering)
Liaison Comments: This initiative supports Comprehensive Plan goals to manage parking provision and reduce dependence on single-occupancy vehicles.
City Manager Comments: Change initiative to read: “Review and comment on considerations for future parking initiatives the city should pursue over the next
10-15 years. Planning Commission is lead. ETC will review and comment on the final recommendation from Planning Commission.” Council charge 3.
NEW
Initiative #7
Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event
Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide)
Cahill Small Area Plan
Appoint one commission member to serve on the Cahill small area plan
working group.
Deliverable
Participate on the working group for
the remainder of the project.
Leads
Target
Completion Date
Q4 Working group
Template Updated 2021.06.08
Budget Required (Completed by staff):
Staff Support Required (Completed by staff):
Liaison Comments:
City Manager Comments: This work plan item is recommended to be added since the project has secured grant funding with a transportation priority.
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.)
Transit service advocacy, pedestrian safety education, speed limit adherence