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Home My WebLink About2023-12-21 Meeting PacketAgenda Transportation Commission City Of Edina, Minnesota City Hall - Community Room Thursday, December 21, 2023 6:00 PM I.Call To Order II.Roll Call III.Approval Of Meeting Agenda IV.Approval Of Meeting Minutes A.Draft Minutes: November 16, 2023 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 December 13, 2023 B.Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review C.Bicycle Network Planning for Bikes as Transportation D.France Avenue Corridor Review E.2023 Work Plan Updates F.Organized Trash Collection Discussion VII.Chair And Member Comments VIII.Sta4 Comments A.2023 ETC Accomplishments IX.Adjournment The City of Edina wants all residents to be comfortable being part of the public process. If you need assistance in the way of hearing ampli7cation, an interpreter, large-print documents or something else, please call 952-927-8861 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: IV.A. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Minutes From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:Draft Minutes: November 16, 2023 Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve the minutes of November 16, 2023 regular meeting. INTRODUCTION: See attached draft minutes. ATTACHMENTS: Description Draft Minutes: Nov. 16, 2023 Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: Minutes City Of Edina, Minnesota Transportation Commission City Hall Community Room November 16, 2023 I. Call To Order Chair Lewis called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. II. Roll Call Answering roll call: Commissioners Bildsten, Brown, Johnson, Olson, Plumb-Smith, Rubenstein, Wright, Lewis Late: Commissioners McCarthy, Karoussos Absent: Commissioner Donnelly Staff present: Transportation Planner Andrew Scipioni Commissioner Karoussos arrived at 6:03. III. Approval of Meeting Agenda Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner Wright to approve the agenda with an amendment to add Item VI. F Organized Trash Collection. All voted aye. Motion carried. IV. Approval of Meeting Minutes Motion was made by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Brown to approve the October 26, 2023 meeting minutes. All voted aye. Motion carried. V. Community Comment Jeannette Gadeberg, 5424 France Avenue, testified about Item B4 on the Traffic Safety Report of October 31, 2023. Gadeberg shared concerns that cars don’t stop for pedestrians when the lights are flashing and requested the return of the in-street pedestrian signs. Gadeberg encouraged Commissioners to see the situation for themselves any day after 3:30 pm or Saturday mornings, and suggested that the 50th & France District be given special consideration in the City’s pedestrian crossing policy. Commissioner McCarthy arrived at 6:09. Joe Whetstone, 6130 Beard Place, testified about Item B5 on the Traffic Safety Report of October 31, 2023. Whetstone noted that the City narrowed the streets in the neighborhood a few years ago, creating hardship for residents. When cars are parked on both sides, the street effectively becomes a one-way street. Whetstone shared concerns about emergency vehicle access and noted the limited parking at the Strachauer Park surface lot. Whetstone requested temporary no-parking signs during soccer season. Commissioner McCarthy left at 6:21. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: VI. Reports/Recommendations A. Traffic Safety Report of October 31, 2023 The Commission reviewed and commented on the Traffic Safety Report of October 31, 2023. • Item B3: Request to slow traffic on Eden Avenue west of Arcadia Avenue roundabout Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Rubenstein to recommend placing a speed limit sign facing westbound traffic between the roundabout and the CP Rail bridge. All voted aye. Motion carried. Commissioner McCarthy returned at 6:25. • Item B5: Request for parking restrictions on Beard Place Motion was made by Commissioner McCarthy and seconded by Commissioner Wright to recommend one-sided parking on Beard Place north of W 62nd Street. Motion was amended by Commission McCarthy and seconded by Commissioner Lewis to also recommend that staff evaluate on-street parking on W 62nd Street. All voted aye. Motion carried. All voted aye. Motion carried. B. France Avenue Corridor Review The Commission reviewed and commented on the draft France Avenue Corridor Review report. Commissioner Lewis left at 7:23. Commissioner Lewis returned at 7:28. Commissioner Karoussos left at 7:54. Commissioner Karoussos returned at 7:56. C. Boulevard Tree Planting The Commission reviewed and commented on the draft Boulevard Tree Planting report. Commissioner Johnson left at 8:06. Commissioner Johnson returned at 8:09. Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commissioner Bildsten to approve the Boulevard Tree Planting report with edits. All voted aye. Motion carried. D. Response to Community Comment The Commission reviewed and commented on draft handout language and suggested edits from staff. Motion was made by Commissioner Bildsten and seconded by Commissioner McCarthy to approve the Response to Community Comment handout with staff edits. All voted aye. Motion carried. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: E. 2023 Work Plan Updates • #1 Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review – Subcommittee will present a draft report at the next meeting. • #2 Bicycle Network Planning for Bikes as Transportation – Subcommittee will present a draft report at the next meeting. • #3 France Avenue Corridor Review – Commission reviewed draft report. Subcommittee will update the report and present at the next meeting for approval. • #4 Boulevard Tree Planting – Commission approved final report. • #5 Cahill Small Area Plan – Completed. • #6 Parking – Subcommittee met this week, next meeting is scheduled for January 9. • #7 Response to Community Comments – Commission approved handout language. F. Organized Trash Collection The Commission discussed the Energy & Environment Commission’s recent advisory communication on organized trash collection and staff’s upcoming presentation to City Council. Motion was made by Commissioner Lewis and seconded by Commission Plumb-Smith to approve an advisory communication to City Council on the topic of organized trash collection. All voted aye. Motion carried. VII. Chair and Member Comments – Received. VIII. Staff Comments A. 2024 Work Plan Update Liaison Scipioni provided an update on the 2024 work plan development process. IX. Adjournment Motion was made by Commissioner Johnson and seconded by Commissioner Plumb-Smith to adjourn the November 16, 2023 regular meeting at 8:51 p.m. All voted aye. Motion carried. Draft Minutes☒ Approved Minutes☐ Approved Date: 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 1 11 SEAT NAME 1 Wright, Grant 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 100% 2 Rubenstein, Tricia 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 82% 3 Bildsten, Roger 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 100% 4 Lewis, Andy 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 10 91% 5 Johnson, Kirk 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 73% 6 Brown, Chris 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 82% 7 Olson, Bethany 1 1 1 1 4 80% 8 McCarthy, Bruce 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 8 73% 9 Plumb-Smith, Jill 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 9 82% 10 Donnelly, Sam (s) 1 1 33% 11 Karoussos, Evangelia (s) 1 1 2 67% Date: December 21, 2023 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 December 13, 2023 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 December 13, 2023. INTRODUCTION: See attached staff report and supporting material. Comments received by the Commission will be included in the staff report provided to City Council at their January 2, 2024 regular meeting. ATTACHMENTS: Description Traffic Safety Report of December 13, 2023 December 21, 2023 Traffic Safety Committee Nick Bauler, Traffic Safety Coordinator Traffic Safety Report of December 13, 2023 Information / Background: The Traffic Safety Committee (TSC) review of traffic safety matters occurred on December 13. The Traffic Safety Coordinator, City Engineer, Streets Public Service Worker, Transportation Planner, Police Sergeant, Public Works Director and Assistant City Planner were in attendance for this meeting. The Transportation Planner was not able to attend but was informed of the decisions. 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 January 10 regular meeting. Section A: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends action A1. Non-compliance at all-way stop control at Gleason Rd and Scotia Dr. Staff recommends moving the northbound advanced warning sign closer to Scotia Dr. Description Requestor notices many vehicles failing to stop. Interested in enforcement, increasing visibility of signs, speed bumps and improving street lighting. AADT 2,400 (Gleason 2019) 85% Speed N/A Crashes One rear-end collision of northbound vehicles, north of Scotia. Sight Lines Adequate Previous Request Added advanced crosswalk RRFB visible for eastbound vehicles approaching from Vernon Avenue. Unique Circumstances Gleason was overlaid in 2020. Gleason Rd at Scotia Dr STAFF REPORT Page 2 A2. Review previous request for improved crossing treatments at Pamela Park entrance from W 62nd St. Staff recommends upgrading the crosswalk signs on W 62nd St to RRFBs to match crossing treatment on W 58th St. A3. Review crosswalk over Halifax Ave, north of W 50th St. Staff recommends installing crosswalk signage on the west side of Halifax. Description Concerns include drivers failing to stop for pedestrians. ADT 2,550 (W 62nd St 2021) 1700 (W 58th St 2013) 85% Speed 34.0 mph (W 62nd 2017) 33.5 mph (W 58th 2019) Crashes One in 2021- exiting park, run off road. Ped and Bike Crosses W 62nd: 51 Bikes, 166 Peds, Peak hour 33 at 1:30- 2:30 PM. Exceeds 20 crosses at six different hours (6/9/2022) W 58th: 53 Bikes, 392 Peds, Peak hour 171 at 5:45- 6:45 PM. Exceeds 20 crosses 5 different hours (5/24/2023) Sight Lines Adequate Previous Requests Nearby request for all-way stop at Brookview Ave- 200’ west, did not meet warrants. Request to improve crosswalk, led to double-sided signs increasing awareness of crossing. Policy Guideline Existing crosswalk treatment complies with city policy. Unique Circumstances Shared-use path on south side of W 62nd connects to path entering Pamela Park. Park entrance on north side off W 58th St has RRFBs. Previous Staff Review Recommended comparing crossing volumes between W 62nd and W 58th at Pamela Park entrances. Description Crosswalk markings are present, but roadside signs have been removed due to damage. ADT 4,370 (2021) 85% Speed N/A Crashes One in last ten years (2020) Ped and Bike Crosses 87 total crosses; Peak hour of 19 at 11:45-12:45 Sight Lines Adequate Previous Requests Complaints regarding traffic management at 50th St and Halifax Ave Policy Guideline Pedestrian Crossing Policy: Minimum pedestrian volume is 20 pedestrians per hour. Observed volume is one less than warrant. Crosswalk is <300’ from marked crossing at 50th St. Policy recommends directing pedestrians to nearest marked crossing. Unique Circumstances 50th & France is an area of high pedestrian activity. New sidewalk panels installed on west side of Halifax in 2023. W 62nd St at Pamela Park Entrance W 58th St at Pamela Park Entrance Halifax Ave crosswalk at woonerf entrance STAFF REPORT Page 3 Section B: Items on which the Traffic Safety Committee recommends no action B1. Request to improve stop sign visibility at Vernon Ave and Arctic Way / Tamarac Ave. Staff recommends no action as stop signs on Vernon have adequate visibility. B2. Request for all-way stop controls at Morningside Rd and Crocker Ave. Staff recommends no action as all-way stop controls do not meet volume or crash warrants. B3. Request for all-way stop controls at W 62nd St and Virginia Ave. Staff recommends no action as all-way stop controls do not meet volume or crash warrants. Description Resident is concerned drivers on Vernon Ave don’t stop at off-set intersection. Requesting stop signs in median to increase awareness. ADT 3,245 (2023) 85% Speed 34.6 mph (2023) Crashes One in 2021- westbound distracted driver hit median signposts west of Arctic Way. Sight Lines Traveling eastbound, crosswalk sign visibility impacted due to vegetation and location of sign. Previous Request Request for RRFBs to improve crossing safety. Council approved recommendation of no action. Unique Circumstances Intersection is offset 50 feet with Tamarac. Overlay project completed in summer 2023. Two- 50’ medians on Vernon. Description Resident concerned with vehicles speeding on Morningside between Hopkins and France Ave. ADT 1318 (Morningside 2020) 85% Speed 29.6 MPH (Morningside 2020) Crashes None at intersection. Sight Lines Adequate Previous Request Morningside- removal of advanced stop sign for eastbound traffic. Unique Circumstances Only stop control on Morningside is at Grimes. Recommendation All-way stop controls are not warranted. Description Requester cites speeding vehicles in area and is requesting all-way stop controls to be installed. ADT 88 (Virginia 2017) 42 (W 62nd 2017) 85% Speed 23.1 MPH (Virginia 2017) 20.9 MPH (W 62nd 2017) Crashes None at intersection. Sight Lines Vegetation at southwest corner. Warrants current east/west stop controls. Previous Request N/A Recommendation All-way stop controls are not warranted. Vernon Ave facing east towards Arctic Way Morningside Rd at Crocker Ave W 62nd St at Virginia Ave STAFF REPORT Page 4 Section D: Other traffic safety items handled D1. A resident was concerned with vehicle speeds on Alden Dr within the Morningside neighborhood and Xerxes Ave, south of HWY 62. The Police Department was requested to use the mobile speed trailer or targeted enforcement. D2. A resident noted northbound drivers failing to stop at the intersection of Valley View Rd and McCauley Tr. Stop signs are visible for the northbound approach and the EPD was requested for enforcement. D3. A resident noted a missing stop sign during a construction project at W 72nd St at Cornelia Dr. The intersection was reviewed and all stop signs were present. D4. A resident was concerned with walking along Tracy Ave in the Heights neighborhood. The resident was advised to submit a petition to Council for construction of a sidewalk. D5. A resident requested a crosswalk to be reinstalled over W 42nd St at Alden Dr. This crosswalk is anticipated to be reinstalled next spring prior to the completion of the nearby Morningside neighborhood street reconstruction project. D6. A resident requested a crosswalk over Vermon Ave at Schaefer Rd. Hennepin County staff was informed of this request as crosswalk markings on Vernon Ave requires review from the County. D7. A complaint was submitted regarding broken glass on Interlachen Blvd. Upon a site visit, the glass was removed. D8. A resident requested intersection control changes at Tracy Ave and the westbound HWY 62 exit ramp intersection. Any intersection changes made here need review by MnDOT. MnDOT staff has been notified of the concern for further consideration. D9. A request was made for all-way stop controls at W 58th St and Xerxes Ave citing impacted sight lines when parking on Xerxes is present and the hill on the western approach being slippery during the winter. Public Works was notified of the slippery conditions and all-way stop controls are not warranted, but were passed along to Hennepin County staff. D10. A resident requested signage for unsafe bicyclists using the Ninemile Creek Regional Trail boardwalk bordering Minnetonka. NCRT staff is reviewing the use of such signage along the path. D11. A resident in the Morningside neighborhood had concerns about on-street parking issues prior to the 2022 street reconstruction project. Following the project, the concerns have been resolved. Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.B. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve the draft Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review. INTRODUCTION: See attached draft report. ATTACHMENTS: Description Draft Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Transportation Commission Date: December 21, 2023 To: Mayor and City Council Cc: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner From: Transportation Commission Subject: Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review Initiative Review and recommend changes to Edina’s existing pedestrian crossing policy. Recommendation The recommendation for consideration directs staff to accomplish the following by December 31, 2024, either internally or with consultant assistance via adequate funding provided by the City Council. • Update the city’s existing pedestrian crossing policy to better align with the latest infrastructure guidance, produce a process that transparently creates results for community members based upon a procedure that does not solely rely upon arbitrary volume thresholds, and achieves the city’s approved planning documents to increase active transportation in Edina. • Produce a quantitative and easily replicable framework to proactively identify the highest need areas for pedestrian crossing improvements and integrate those into existing city implementation processes. This proactive approach should coincide with better planning for grants, integration into development proposals, and other relevant opportunities. Background Safe, comfortable, and accessible crossings in Edina for people walking, rolling, and biking is critical to interconnecting the city’s growing network of sidewalk, bikeways, and shared use paths. Nearly each month, the Edina Transportation Commission (ETC) fields community correspondence concerning crossings that are perceived as unsafe due to vehicle speeds, driver stop compliance, and inadequate infrastructure. Edina’s first, and existing, crossing policy was adopted in February 2018 as an appendix to the Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan. The policy includes the following: • Uncontrolled Pedestrian Crossing Location Treatment Flowchart: Through a series of quantitative and qualitative measures, determines if a crossing is recommended or not recommended. • Decision Guide for Crossing Treatments: A matrix of treatment options for a crossing location based upon the roadway configuration, traffic volumes, and vehicle speed. Improving pedestrian crossings is further supported by the city’s existing documents including the Climate Action Plan, Comprehensive Plan, Living Streets Plan, and Safe Routes to School studies, among others. To fulfill the actions identified in these plans for creating spaces where people can safely and conveniently walk and bike, a clear policy document with the latest best practices must be available for staff to implement. Page 2 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Pedestrian Crossing Guidance To understand local, state, and national best practices, studies, and guidance, publicly available materials were reviewed. Key documents are synthesized at a high-level and warrant further analysis by city staff and/or future consultants updating the city’s policy (see Table 1). Note, this list is not exhaustive and could change as additional research is performed or new guidance is released. Table 1. Research, Studies, and Guidance Synthesis Report Name Author Background Relevance Federal Guide for Improving Pedestrian Safety at Uncontrolled Crossing Locations (2018) Federal Highway Admini- stration Organizes an analysis approach of pedestrian crossings which includes: 1) collect data and perform public engagement, 2) inventory existing conditions and prioritize locations, 3) analyze crash history, types, and safety issues, 4) select crossing countermeasures, 5) consult design and installation resources, and 6) identify opportunities and monitor outcomes. The report also includes guidance, definitions of crossing infrastructure treatments, and helpful background on data collection and inventorying best practices. The guidance document includes a countermeasure table with suggested crossing treatment improvements per the roadway configuration, speed, and traffic volume at the point of crossing. This table formulates the foundation of crossing guidance nationwide and was used as a key reference. Application for Pedestrian Crossing Treatments for Streets and Highways (2016) National Cooperative Highway Research Program Provides a synthesis of crossing guidance for cities, counties, and state departments of transportation to identify synergies between them. Though six years old, a thorough description of crossing infrastructure treatments, background, and summary of the impacts of each are provided and still relevant. Foundational information for crossing treatment guidance and the quantitative safety impact of each. Human Factors Assessment of Pedestrian Behavior (2014) Federal Highway Admini- stration A total of 20 locations were studied across the United States and modeled using results from the analysis. It showed that drivers were more likely to yield to pedestrians in a marked crosswalk versus an unmarked location where the yielding was split between vehicle- for-pedestrian and pedestrian-for-vehicle. Research also showed that the design of the crossing and presence of barriers, even low plantings, can significantly alter how and where pedestrians cross within the intersection (unmarked), a marked crossing, or mid-block. Provides quantitative support for marked crosswalks within strategic locations as a key infrastructure enhancement. Engineering considerations for vertical and horizontal crossing design to properly channelize pedestrians. Effects of Yellow Rapid-Flashing Beacons on Yielding at Multilane Uncontrolled Crossings (2010) Federal Highway Admini- stration A total of 22 locations were studied over a two-year period in three cities. Findings showed that RRFBs increased yield compliance up to 88% as compared to the previous condition without which was zero to 16%. Reductions in yield compliance following the “novelty effect” of drivers becoming used to them did not exist and yield compliance remained high after two years. Provides quantitative support for RRFBs, specifically with analysis over a multiyear period to understand how compliance is retained. Safety Effects of Marked Versus Unmarked Crosswalks (2002) Federal Highway Admini- stration 1,000 marked and 1,000 unmarked locations were studied across the United States. The presence of only a marked crosswalk at an uncontrolled location of a two- lane roadway had no difference in the pedestrian crash rate versus an unmarked crossing. On multi-lane roads with traffic volumes above 12,000 vehicles per day, a marked crosswalk alone resulted in a higher pedestrian crash rate compared to an unmarked crossing. Crossing Provides quantitative support for strategic implementation of marked crosswalks when appropriately vetted and combined with other infrastructure as appropriate. Page 3 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 infrastructure enhancements reduced the rate overall. Report Name Author Background Relevance State Best Practices for Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety (2021) Minnesota Department of Trans- portation This guide is intended to improve bicycle and pedestrian safety on practitioner’s roadway networks. The proven strategies include a mix of treatments that have been used widely across Minnesota, as well as emerging, experimental treatments per the FHWA. Extensively used to identify infrastructure improvements. Assessing the Impact of Pedestrian- Activated Crossing Systems (2020) Minnesota Department of Trans- portation A total of 31 crossing sites were studied across the state, including pedestrian signals, pedestrian hybrid beacons (PHB), rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB), and LED flashing signs. The roadways included those with one to six lanes, posted speeds from 25 mph to 55 mph, and vehicles per hour of 11 to 1,978. Yield rates included: Signal (84-91%), PHB (64-95%), RRFB (25- 100%) (higher rate when paired with overhead signage), and LED (33-88%). Good visibility, enhanced static signage, and advanced warning signage produced satisfactory stop compliance if those four enhancements are not warranted. RRFBs and LED signage also have the positive effect of maintaining higher yield compliance when not activated as opposed to PHBs and signals. Key document displaying research of pedestrian activated crossing infrastructure across a variety of roadway types, volumes, and speeds in Minnesota. Provided good guidance and background for crossing enhancements and supported the need for engineering judgement when considering implementation of such infrastructure. Uncontrolled Pedestrian Crosswalk Guidance (2020) Minnesota Local Road Research Board Builds upon the FHWA’s uncontrolled crossing guidance to produce crossing guidance for Minnesota communities. Used as a reference guide for crossing enhancements. Pedestrian Crossings: Uncontrolled Locations (2014) Minnesota Local Road Research Board Formulates data collection and crossing evaluation procedures, as well as guidance for crossing infrastructure treatments. Used as a reference to understand key data points and crossing infrastructure. Guidelines for Mid- block Crossings (2020) Florida Department of Trans- portation Produces flowcharts and crossing guidance for Florida communities. Used as a reference to understand key data points and crossing infrastructure. Driver Compliance at Enhanced Pedestrian Crossings in Utah (2019) Utah Department of Trans- portation A total of 17 crossings were studied across Utah and included those with a PHB, RRFB, overhead RRFB (ORRFB), and overhead flashing beacons (OFB). All roadway crossings were five-lanes with posted speeds of 35 mph to 45 mph. Stop compliance for each included: PHB (97%), OFB (77%), RRFB / ORRFB (57%). Provides quantitative support for such infrastructure enhancements including RRFBs and PHBs along higher speed, multilane roadways. Guide for In-Street Pedestrian Signs (2018) Michigan Department of Trans- portation Studied in-street pedestrian sign effectiveness using a variety of sign placement designs. A gateway treatment produced the highest yield compliance, though this design is dependent upon Minnesota standards. The signs are most effective along roadways of ≤35 mph and ≤12,000 AADT. Roadways posted at 30 mph can Provides quantitative support for in-street pedestrian signs, to understand stop compliance. Page 4 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 accommodate greater AADT but may require additional crossing enhancements. Stop compliance ranged from 35% to 95% depending upon number of lanes, traffic volumes, and speed. Report Name Author Background Relevance Local Pedestrian Crossing Guidelines Dakota County, MN Produces a detailed process that builds upon the FHWA STEP Guide and local research to produce a customized process for the county. This includes a detailed multistep process of flow chart, matrix, and geometric considerations. Used as a reference to produce crossing guidance and infrastructure treatments. Pedestrian Crossing Guidelines City of Issaquah, WA Produces flowcharts and crossing guidance for the city. Used as a reference to produce crossing guidance and infrastructure treatments. Pedestrian Crossing Guidelines Town of Windsor, CO Produces flowcharts and crossing guidance for the city. Uses the City of Boulder’s groundbreaking 2011 guidance document as a key foundational element. Used as a reference to produce crossing guidance and infrastructure treatments. The following key points were determined from this research: • Edina’s existing policy does largely follow the process other agencies use though it does not leverage the latest best practice and guidance for crossing infrastructure and treatments. Over the last five years, pedestrian crossing treatments and associated guidance have exponentially increased and the city’s policy should reflect that change through a thorough update to Edina’s Design Guide for Crossing Treatments. • The city’s policy is conservative compared to others, such as Dakota County, where roadways with more lanes and higher volumes are eligible for more significant enhancements such as RRFBs, specifically overhead RRFB signage that is not identified by the existing policy, as well as more broadly considering in-street pedestrian signage. • A stronger process that considers geometric changes (e.g., curb extensions, pedestrian refuge islands, tighter curb radii, narrower lanes, etc.) in addition to signing and striping recommendations found in the existing matrix is also important to holistically improve locations. • Another significant flaw is the city’s reliance to focus crossing improvements only to where there is demand that meets arbitrary volume thresholds. This runs counter to proactively implementing crossing improvements in locations that are very unsafe because it should not be the expectation that infrastructure only be implemented if people first take risks to document demand. It should just be safe from the start based upon a variety of quantitative or qualitative factors. Page 5 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Proactive Pedestrian Crossing Planning Edina does not have a proactive planning process for pedestrian crossing enhancements. Instead, the city typically implemented improvements reactively through community complaints, safety issues, new infrastructure (e.g., sidewalk, trail, etc.) built as a part of the city’s limited annual existing capital projects, and/or new development. Instead, the city should be proactively implementing improvements through a strong quantitative and qualitative process. This could easily build off of exiting prioritization work already done to prioritize PACS Fund projects. More importantly, quick build improvements (e.g., bollards, roadway striping, rubber curb, etc.) should be more widely used in Edina, as other neighboring agencies do, to complete projects faster while funding for a permanent project is secured. Two planning documents were reviewed to understand what communities are doing to take a proactive planning approach toward prioritizing crossing improvement projects in the areas that need it most through existing or new project implementation processes (e.g., Edina Capital Improvement Plan). • City of Lakeville, MN Lakeville has created a quantitative process based upon transportation data (traffic volume, speed, crashes, etc.), destinations (schools, parks, transit, commercial areas, and places with denser housing/employment), and equity (demographics) to prioritize places for crossing improvements. The city intends to integrate this into their CIP process and use this to better plan for grant applications. • Clark County, WA: Clark County has a framework that prioritizes crossing improvements that meet demand (demographics and land use), connectivity/accessibility, and safety (crossing risk and crash history) criteria. The process integrates with the county’s Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and builds upon their pedestrian crossing policy to prioritize the locations with high demand and risk for upgrades. The City of Edina’s existing planning documents all touch on the importance of improving spaces within the city’s transportation network for the most vulnerable users: people walking, rolling, and biking. By updating the city’s crossing policy and creating tools to proactively implement crossing projects, Edina can: • “Increase opportunities for public transit and active transportation to help address health disparities for many at-risk populations.” Climate Action Plan • “Improve the City’s non-motorized transportation system to facilitate pedestrian and bicycle movement and increase active transportation.” Comprehensive Plan • “Support city, resident and elected officials’ work and efforts to offer the highest quality of life and best experience of their city to Edina residents, businesses, workers and visitors.” Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.C. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:Bicycle Network Planning for Bikes as Transportation Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve draft Bicycle Network Planning for Bicycles as Transportation report. INTRODUCTION: See attached draft report. ATTACHMENTS: Description Draft Bicyle Network Planning Report Initiative: Develop a priority list of high-traffic corridors and ideas for bike-friendly improvements. Background: Under the guidance of the 2018 Proposed Bicycle Facilities Master Plan, this initiative aligns with the objectives to enhance cyclist safety and support multi-modal transportation within Edina’s Comprehensive Plan. To aid in the process of creating a priority list, we’ve evaluated the progress of the Proposed Bicycle Facilities Master Plan relative to the historical state of Existing Bicycling Facilities maps. Figures 1 shows that the majority of today’s bike lane network shares the road with or is adjacent to motor vehicle traffic. When comparing Figure 1 with Figure 2, the Existing Bicycle Facilities Map of 2019, it appears that any additions or improvements have been offset by the removal of bike facilities. Figure 3 represents the most recent map of the Proposed Bicycle Facilities. The bike network is significantly more developed and buffered bike lanes are assigned to high traffic corridors. However, the 2023 proposed map is virtually identical to the 2018 proposed map in Figure 4. Potentially, for a variety of reasons, i.e. timing, funding or support, little to no progress has been made in Edina’s Bicycling Network since the induction of Edina’s 2018 Comprehensive Plan making it difficult to create a priority list for bike-friendly improvements when there is no evidence that there is any priority. Were action to be taken in developing the Bicycle Network, this is what we would suggest. Factors considered in creating priority list: •High-traffic corridors with NO bike lane designation, yet do not deter bicyclists •Areas that provide access to the commercial districts of 50th and France, Southdale Mall and Grandview •Roads eligible for MSA designated funds, Figure 5 •Exclusion: Hennepin County Roads, Figure 6 Street From To Eden Ave Hwy 100 Vernon Ave S Recommendations for bike-friendly improvements. Please add the buffered bike lanes proposed in Figure 7: Street From To Valley View Road Hwy 62 France Ave S Street From To 50th St West France Ave S Hwy 100 Buffered bike lanes are on-street facilities that offer a designated space for bicycles and that are separated from motor-vehicle travel lanes by a buffer distance. Proposed Buffered Bike Lane Figure 1: Existing Bicycle Facilities from 2022 Figure 2: Existing Facilities from 2019 Legend categorization: Figure 3: Proposed Facilities from 2023 Figure 4: Proposed Facilities from 2018 Figure 5: MSA Streets Figure 6: Hennepin County Roads in Edina Street From To Eden Ave Hwy 100 Vernon Ave S Recommendations for bike-friendly improvements: Street From To Valley View Road Hwy 62 France Ave S Street From To 50th St West France Ave S Hwy 100 Figure 7: Existing and Proposed Bicycle Facilities 2023 These are roads that are definitively within the city's direct control and purview, and not dependent on federal, state, or county funds or approval. Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.D. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Report and Recommendation From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:France Avenue Corridor Review Action CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: Approve draft France Avenue Corridor Review report. INTRODUCTION: See attached draft report and presentation. ATTACHMENTS: Description Draft France Avenue Corridor Review France Avenue Corridor Review Presentation City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Transportation Commission • Date: December 16, 2023 To: Mayor and City Council cc: Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner From: Transportation Commission Subject: France Avenue Corridor Initiative 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. Background France Avenue, Hennepin County Road 17, stretches the length of Edina North to South. For the purpose of this report, only the section of France Avenue from South of Highway 62 to Minnesota Drive in the was examined. This portion of France Avenue runs through what is designated as the Southdale District. This area of Edina is the most developed area of the City including M Health Fairview Hospital, the Southdale Mall (opened in 1956 first fully enclosed climate-controlled mall in America), the Galleria Edina, Westin Hotel, Centennial Lakes Park & Centennial Lakes Office Park, and numerous other office, medical retail and housing development. In the last decade the City of Edina has invested significant resources in studies and reports that examine and acknowledge the City’s interest and commitment to improving non-vehicular transportation. These include: Living Streets Plan 2015 Pedestrian and Bike Master Plan, May 2018 Edina Comprehensive Plan 2018 Greater Southdale District Plan 2018 Greater Southdale District Design Experience Guidelines, March 2019 Page 2 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Climate Action Plan, December 2021 Within each of these documents the City of Edina reconfirms its value for non-vehicular modes of transport for its residents. In looking at the France Avenue Corridor, considering these stated priorities, and guidelines, the existing conditions of France Avenue, recent and upcoming development in the Southdale District and this Commission has observed challenges and opportunities for the City to consider. As previously stated, the Southdale District is the most densely developed are of the city. The district also has increased residential density significantly in the last decade. The tablei below of recent housing developments in the Southdale District illustrates the significant increase in housing units in the Southdale District in the last decade; 2702 new units have come onto the market. This considerable sum is only increasing. New development proposals currently under review for the Southdale District include LifeTime Living and 70th and France which could add another 567 units to the area. Year Delivered Year Approved Development # Units # Affordable 2012 2012 Aurora on France 182 10 2012 2012 One Southdale 232 0 2013 2013 71 France 241 0 2013 2013 Yorkshire Senior Living 96 10 2014 2014 66 West 39 39 2015 2015 The Onyx 244 0 2019 2015 Aria 184 8 2021 2015 Millennium 227 11 2021 2019 The Bowers 185 0 2022 2020 The Sound on 76th 70 70 2023 2021 4040 Flats 118 118 2023 2021 Fred 1 408 0 2023 2021 Pentagon Apartments (The Eddi) 200 20 2022 The Finch (Solhem) 276 28 According to the 2020 Us Census, the Southdale District is home to more than 5000 residents per square mile.ii As the population increase though planned development Edina has an opportunity to improve the options for non-vehicular transportation. Page 3 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Observations France Avenue lacks bike lanes so pedestrians, cyclists and transit riders all must rely on the existing sidewalks for right out way along France Avenue. The City of Edina Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan indicates a proposed bike lane along France Avenue. Unfortunately, this bike lane is only actionable by Hennepin County. Hennepin County has begun its reconstruction of France Avenue from American Boulevard in Bloomington to W 76th Street in Edina. The construction plans do not include a bike lane on France Avenue. An 8’ sidewalk will be installed between Minnesota Drive and W 76th Street. iii The existing sidewalks along France Avenue are insufficient in scale, quality and safety to be considered an appropriate non-vehicular transit corridor in the Southdale District. Currently the sidewalk along the East side of France Avenue is considered a multiuse path. This 8’ wide sidewalk has no signage identifying the path as multiuse. This path in some instance has significant physical barriers and no landscape buffer as recommended in the GSDDEG. Along the West side of France Avenue, the sidewalks are inconsistent, some crossings are dangerous and in some instances are not ADA compliant. Hennepin County has a proposed ADA Sidewalk Transition Plan which includes 104 sidewalk crossings that are not compliant and require improvement.iv Metro Transit Bus riders have limited options in Edina. Currently seven bus routes operate in the Southdale District and run through the Southdale Transit Station. Service to and from the district will improve in efficiency and frequency when the new Metro Transit E Line replaces the Number 6 bus. This route will terminate /originate at the Southdale Transit Station much improving commute times to downtown Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota beginning in 2025.v The Southdale Transit Station will be relocated to W 66th Street as part of the LifeTime Living project.vi The experience of transit riders on the E Line will be much improved, but the remaining routes along France Avenue south of the new Transit Station lack amenities for riders as was noted in the Greater Southdale District Plan.vii Some stops have only a bus sign, about half have a single bench. These stops lack shelters, direct lighting, emergency communications, warning strips and near level boarding for individuals with mobility challenges. The austere stop conditions are an equity issue for the residents of the district. The E Line service and amenities in the north of the Southdale District adjacent to planned luxury housing are very exciting, but there are no proposed improvements in the South close to older and lower income housing developments. The City of Edina Bike and Pedestrian Master Plan proposes paths and connections that would make substantive improvements in the connectivity within the district, between the district and greater Edina and the district and Bloomington and Richfield. Unfortunately, much of that plan relies on future redevelopment of parcels along France Avenue. The City of Edina has invested substantial resources in promenades on the East and West of France Avenue, but they are recreational in nature. Page 4 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 The Edina Promenade, north of Centennial Lakes Park is .75 miles long running between 70th Street and Gallagher Drive. Bicycle use terminates there, and cyclists are expected continue riding on the Mile Creek Path (East/West) or find their own way through the district.viii The West Promenade, currently under construction, is an isolated segment. There are proposed plans to extend it through the new development at 7200 France, but there are gaps in between. Without a more actionable plan on the part of the city the West Promenade will remain recreational. If the city wants residents to use non-vehicular transportation along France Avenue, then a more substantive and actionable plan should be considered. If the City of Edina would like to see their vision of more residents choosing non-vehicular transportation come to fruition, then there needs to be a better understanding of bicycles as transportation versus recreation. While Edina’s off-street bike paths are very pleasant, they are not continuous or efficient. If the decision-making process of whether to cycle involves piecing together disjointed paths and busy streets that do not have dedicated bike lanes, it is less likely an individual will choose to cycle.ix Page 5 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Opportunity Statement Create a more pedestrian and cyclist friendly environment along France Avenue south of Highway 62 that that promotes non-vehicular transportation and supports equity. Areas for Improvement Current Opportunity Set Backs Greater Southdale District Design Experience Guidelines specifies 50' set backs along France Avenue in Typology 2b and Typology 5. Require all new development and redevelopment to adhere to the 50' set back. Landscape Buffers Landscape buffers vary greatly or are non-existent along France Avenue particularly along the West side. The GSDDEG recommends a double row of street trees along France Avenue moving pedestrian paths inward creating a safer and more pleasant experience. Require all new development and redevelopment to adhere to the double row of trees thereby creating a safer, more pleasant and more cohesive District identity. Amenities for Transit Riders Currently France Avenue lacks amenities for transit riders. Stops are merely marked with the Transit sign. Not all stops have benches, stops lack shelters, direct lighting, emergency communications, warning strips and near level boarding for individuals with mobility challenges. Improve the quality of transit stops. The Living Streets Plan, and the Climate Action Plan both state that improving and encouraging the use of public transport is an important piece of achieving the City's Climate goals. Work more actively with Hennepin County to expand and improve Metro Transit in Edina. Page 6 City of Edina • 4801 W. 50th St. • Edina, MN 55424 Roadway Crossings for Pedestrians and Cyclists Along France Avenue on both east/west crossings and north/south crossings are of uneven quality and safety. The Living Streets Plan lists safe street crossing as an issue of equity for all residents. Examine safety and equity at crossings. Require improvements to existing infrastructure to comply with ordinances and ADA laws. Pedestrian and Cyclist Transportation Along the West Side of France Avenue Partial development of the West Promenade that supports recreational use of bicycles. This path is dependent on future development and does not prioritize connecting to the multifamily housing south of W 72nd Street. Study the development of a multiuse path along the west side of France Avenue to promote transportation from multi-family housing in the south of W 72nd Street to connect with parks, schools, the greater Southdale area and with any proposed pedestrian/cyclist bridge over France Avenue. i Table provided by City of Edina Affordable Housing Office 8/31/23 ii https://mtgis- portal.geo.census.gov/arcgis/apps/MapSeries/index.html?appid=2566121a73de463995ed2b2fd7ff6eb7 iii https://www.hennepin.us/residents/transportation/france-494. iv https://www.hennepin.us/-/media/hennepinus/residents/transportation/documents/ada-sidewalk-transition- plan.pdf pg 21 v https://www.metrotransit.org/e-line-project vi https://www.edinamn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/12437/Life-Time-Living-Edina-Sketch-Plan-2022 vii https://www.edinamn.gov/DocumentCenter/View/5330/09-05-2018-Draft---Greater-Southdale-Area-District-Plan- PDF?bidId= p 84 viii https://www.edinamn.gov/696/Edina-Promenade ix https://pointa.ca/2020/07/29/biking-for-recreation-vs-transportation-the-suburban-cycling-experience/ The CITY ofEDINA France Avenue Corridor September 21, 2023 The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Initiative 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. The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Year Delivered Year Approved Development # Units # Affordable 2012 2012 Aurora on France 182 10 2012 2012 One Southdale 232 0 2013 2013 71 France 241 0 2013 2013 Yorkshire Senior Living 96 10 2014 2014 66 West 39 39 2015 2015 The Onyx 244 0 2019 2015 Aria 184 8 2021 2015 Millennium 227 11 2021 2019 The Bowers 185 0 2022 2020 The Sound on 76th 70 70 2023 2021 4040 Flats 118 118 2023 2021 Fred 1 408 0 2023 2021 Pentagon Apartments (The Eddi)200 20 2022 The Finch (Solhem)276 28 The table below of recent housing developments in the Southdale District illustrates the significant increase in housing units in the Southdale District in the last decade; 2702 new units have come onto the market. New development proposals currently under review for the Southdale District include LifeTime Living and 70th and France which could add another 567 units to the area. Table provided by City of Edina Affordable Housing Office 8/31/23 Background The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Opportunity Statement Create a more pedestrian and cyclist friendly environment along France Avenue south of Highway 62 that that promotes non-vehicular transportation and supports equity. The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor The Greater Southdale District Design Experience Guidelines (2019) recommends 50’ setbacks and landscape buffers along France Avenue Setbacks & Landscape Buffers The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Setbacks & Landscape Buffers The Greater Southdale District Design Experience Guidelines (2019) recommends 50’ setbacks and landscape buffers along France Avenue. Redevelopment plans should respond to these guidelines. When plans are approved that do not adhere to the guidelines it lessens the strength of these recommendations. 42’ setback US Bank Building Phase I of 72 & France Development The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Setbacks & Landscape Buffers The Greater Southdale District Design Experience Guidelines (2019) recommends 50’ setbacks and landscape buffers along France Avenue. Within the Southdale District redevelopment plans should respond to these guidelines. Proposed 7235 France Ave. Sketch Plan (Macy's Furniture Store Site) The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Metro Transit’s E Line will bring more efficient service for riders. Bus stops north of the Southdale Transit Station will be upgraded to Metro Transit’s new stop design which offers amenities for riders. Amenities for Transit Riders The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor The bus stops south of the Southdale Transit Center will receive no upgrades. Amenities for Transit Riders The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Roadway Crossings Along the west side of France Avenue, the sidewalks are inconsistent, some crossings are dangerous and in some instances are not ADA compliant. Hennepin County has a proposed ADA Sidewalk Transition Plan which includes 104 sidewalk crossings that are not compliant and require improvement. The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Proposed Edina Pedestrian & Bicycle Plan Pedestrian and Cyclist Transportation The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor The existing Edina Promenade to the East of France Avenue stretches between W 70th Street and Gallagher Drive. Cyclists have the option of continuing on the on the Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail (East/West) or find their own route South as bicycles are prohibited in Centennial Lake Park. Pedestrian and Cyclist Transportation The CITY ofEDINA West Promenade West Promenade (Southdale District Design Experience Guidelines) West Promenade (alternative alignment) Nine Mile Creek Regional Trail 7200-7250 France redevelopment Lynmar Basin Stormwater Project (under construction) Valley View Road reconstruction (2023) The West Promenade, currently under construction, is an isolated segment. There are proposed plans to extend it through the new development at 7200 France, but there are gaps in between. Challenges: 1. No definitive plan 2. Recreational in nature France Avenue Corridor Pedestrian and Cyclist Transportation The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor East Side Sidewalks The existing sidewalks along France Avenue are insufficient in scale, quality and safety to be considered an appropriate non-vehicular transit corridor in the Southdale District. Currently the sidewalk along the East side of France Avenue is considered a multiuse path. This 8’ wide sidewalk has no signage identifying the path as multiuse. The sidewalks sometimes have obstacles in the path. Pedestrian and Cyclist Transportation The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Bike trails for recreation vs. routes for transportation “Multi-use trails, as wonderful as they are for recreation, are not sufficient infrastructure for transportation. They do not connect people to amenities, workplaces, or schools. People, like myself, who wish to use cycling as a means of transportation, must either brave busy roads or discontinuous residential streets. So, what do you choose? A stressful journey alongside speeding cars or an inefficient route that extends your journey? Likely, you choose your car.” --PointA https://pointa.ca/2020/07/29/biking-for-recreation-vs-transportation-the-suburban-cycling-experience/ Pedestrian and Cyclist Transportation The CITY ofEDINAFrance Avenue Corridor Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.E. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Other From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:2023 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 2023 Work P lan initiatives (unless an item is elsewhere on the current agenda). See attached work plan. ATTACHMENTS: Description 2023 Work Plan Progress Report Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 Commission: Transportation Commission 2023 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) Pedestrian Crossing Policy Review Review existing crossing policy and recommend changes with consideration for local amenities such as parks and schools. Deliverable Report and recommendations to City Council Leads Chris Brown Target Completion Date Q4 Sub-Committee Budget Required: None Staff Support Required: 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison, ~5 hours from other staff (Engineering, Parks & Recreation) Jan: No update. Feb: Starting to review policy, resources provided by staff and case studies from other communities. Mar: Started reviewing case studies from Seattle, Denver and Dakota County and will bring back findings and recommendations. Apr: Next step is to meet with staff. May: Meeting with staff next week to discuss next steps. Jun: Met with staff to talk about next steps, focusing on case studies and looking for areas where Edina can improve. Jul: No update. Aug: No update. Sep: No update. Oct: Subcommittee will share a draft report at the next meeting. Nov: Subcommittee will present a draft report at the next meeting. Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 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 a priority list of high-traffic corridors and ideas for bike friendly improvements. Deliverable Report to City Council Leads Andy Lewis, Jill Plumb- Smith Target Completion Date Q4 Sub-committee Budget Required: None Staff Support Required: 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison Jan: Subcommittee will use 2018 Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plan as blueprint to guide this initiative. Requested street reconstruction information and Hennepin County contacts from staff. Feb: Subcommittee will connect with Hennepin County staff on gaps in their system and timeline for improvements. Mar: Subcommittee met with Hennepin County staff, learned about County’s cost participation program. Hennepin County has also identified how inhospitable France Ave is for pedestrians and cyclists. Apr: Subcommittee will review information provided by staff, will focus efforts on what is within City’s control. May: Subcommittee is making progress on a map of recommendations based on information provided by City and County. Jun: Subcommittee is looking at current bike routes to Southdale and Cahill. Jul: No update. Aug: Subcommittee is reviewing anticipated capital projects. Sep: No update. Oct: Subcommittee will share draft report at the next meeting. Nov: Subcommittee will present a draft report at the next meeting. Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 Initiative #3 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event Council Charge ☒ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide) France Avenue 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 to City Council Leads Tricia Rubenstein, Bruce McCarthy Target Completion Date Q4 Sub-committee Budget Required: None. Staff Support Required: 2-5 hours per month from Staff Liaison, ~10 hours from Communications for stakeholder engagement/website Jan: Requested Hennepin County contacts from staff. Feb: Subcommittee has started a base drawing, highlighting sidewalks, crosswalks, driveways, and signage. Requested Richfield contacts from staff to get more information on recent W 66th St reconstruction project. Mar: Subcommittee reviewed existing sidewalks gaps, amenities for cyclists. Hennepin County is adding sidewalk between Minnesota Dr and W 76th St. Staff provided a contact for the City of Richfield to learn about recent W 66th St project. Apr: Subcommittee reached out to Planning about redevelopment proposal at Macy’s and lack of bicycle facilities. A pedestrian underpass is also being discussed related to the redevelopment of Macy’s and 7200/7250 France. May: Subcommittee is meeting with the City of Richfield’s Public Works Director this month to learn about W 66th St reconstruction project. Jun: Subcommittee met with Richfield staff to talk about multi-modal improvement projects. Members asked if there are landscaping standards for France. Jul: No update. Aug: Subcommittee reviewed Southdale Design Guidelines, planning to present preliminary findings at September meeting. Sep: No update. Oct: Subcommittee will share draft report at the next meeting. Nov: Commission reviewed a draft report. Subcommittee will update the report and present at the next meeting for approval. Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 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 Review options for replacement and new boulevard tree planting program (Greenspace + Trees Strategy GS1). Deliverable Report to City Council Leads Tricia Rubenstein Target Completion Date Q4 Sub-Committee Budget Required: None Staff Support Required: 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison, ~5 hours from City Forester Jan: Already collected information on potential opportunities. Feb: Planning to meet with City Forester in spring. Mar: City Forester has new interactive map showing where new trees are being planted. Apr: Subcommittee reached out to City Forester to schedule another meeting. May: Subcommittee met with City Forester again. City has almost reached its goal of 1,000 new trees this year and the spring tree sale was a big success. Jun: Subcommittee asked for the street recon map. Jul: No update. Aug: Subcommittee connected with City Forester again, reviewed Southdale Design Guidelines. Sep: No update. Oct: Subcommittee may present draft report at the next meeting. Nov: Commission approved the final report. Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 Initiative #5 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 Commissioner to serve on the Cahill small area plan working group. Deliverable Commissioner will actively participate in the working group and provide regular updates to the Commission. Leads None Target Completion Date Q4 Working Group Budget Required: Funds available through Hennepin County Planning Grant Staff Support Required: 1 hour per month from Staff Liaison. Jan: Commissioner Kitui absent, no update provided. Next public workshop is Tuesday, February 21, 7-9 p.m. at Public Works. Feb: No update. Mar: No update. Apr: Add discussion item to May agenda. May: Draft plan is now available on Better Together Edina website for public comment through June 22. Planning Commission public hearing is scheduled for June 28. Commission will review and comment at their next meeting. Jun: Commission reviewed and commented on the draft plan. Jul: Initiative complete. Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 Initiative #6 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☒ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☐ 4 (Review & Decide) Parking Consideration of future parking in Edina to identify parking initiatives to pursue in the next 10-15 years, in what order and what Commissions/resources should be assigned to each. Deliverable Recommendation to City Council (Review and Comment from ETC, EEC) Leads Kirk Johnson Target Completion Date Q4 Cross-Commission Committee (PC lead, EEC) Budget Required: None Staff Support Required: 2-5 hours per month from Staff Liaison, ~5 hours from other staff (Planning, Engineering) Jan: Planning Commission lead (Alkire) will set up a meeting in early March. EEC representative is Commissioner Schima. Planning expects to develop a roadmap for Council/Commissions on parking initiatives. ETC will inquire whether bike parking can be included. Feb: No update. Mar: Waiting to hear who new lead is from Planning Commission. Apr: No update. May: Subcommittee reached out to Planning to determine where this initiative lies in their priorities. Jun: On hold until Planning reaches out. Jul: No update Aug: Met with Planning subcommittee, work will continue into 2024. Next meeting is scheduled for September 6. Sep: No update. Oct: No update. Nov: Subcommittee met with week, next meeting is scheduled for January 9. Approved by City Council December 6, 2022 Amended by City Council August 2, 2023 Initiative #7 Initiative Type ☒ Project ☐ Ongoing / Annual ☐ Event Council Charge ☐ 1 (Study & Report) ☐ 2 (Review & Comment) ☐ 3 (Review & Recommend) ☒ 4 (Review & Decide) Enhancements to Commission Response to Community Comments Create more thorough and consistent communication to provide to community members who comment at Transportation Commission meetings or provide written commentary to the Commission or City staff. Deliverable Proposed set of communications Leads Andy Lewis Grant Wright Roger Bildsten Target Completion Date Q3 Budget Required: None Staff Support Required: 1-2 hours from Community Engagement Manager, 1-2 hours from Communications Aug: Subcommittee will bring draft language to next meeting. Sep: No update. Oct: Staff will review draft language with Communications and Administration. Nov: Commission approved handout language. 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 Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: VI.F. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Other From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:Organized Trash Collection Discussion Discussion CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None. INTRODUCTION: The Commission will continue discussion on organized trash collection following the staff presentation to City Council at their November 21, 2023 regular meeting. Date: December 21, 2023 Agenda Item #: VIII.A. To:Transportation Commission Item Type: Other From:Andrew Scipioni, Transportation Planner Item Activity: Subject:2023 ETC Accomplishments Information CITY OF EDINA 4801 West 50th Street Edina, MN 55424 www.edinamn.gov ACTION REQUESTED: None. INTRODUCTION: Staff will review the Commission's key accomplishments in 2023. ATTACHMENTS: Description 2023 ETC Accomplishments •Wrote advisory communication on organized trash collection •-Successfully lobbied for change in Quality of Life survey question •Hosted Q&A session with Edina Police •Received presentations about State of Sustainability, E Line BRT project, city traffic management practices •Received presentation from 494 Corridor Commission Commuter Services •Reviewed and commented on: •-Roadway reconstruction projects -PACS Fund projects •-Wooddale Ave bridge -CloverRide •Reviewed 160 Traffic Safety Requests; submitted 7 recommendations •Received 14 members of the public for Community Comment, 17 online Correspondence Submissions •Received mid-year work plan modification (response to Community Comment) 2023 ETC Accomplishments EdinaMN.gov 1