2020.09.01 Work Session Packet
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Posted: August 28, 2020
City Council
Work Session Agenda
September 1, 2020
Immediately Following the City Council meeting
Council Chambers/Zoom Meeting
Pursuant to due call and notice given in the manner prescribed by Section 3.01 of the City Charter,
the work session of the Crystal City Council was held at ______ p.m. on
September 1, 2020 in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 4141 Douglas Dr. N., Crystal, Minnesota.
I. Attendance
Council Members Staff
____ Adams ____ Norris
____ Banks ____ Therres
____ Budziszewski ____ McGann
____ Deshler ____ Sutter
____ Kiser ____ Ray
____ LaRoche ____ Serres
____ Parsons ____ Larson
____ Elholm
____ Revering
II. Agenda
The purpose of the work session is to discuss the following agenda items:
1. Review ADA transition plan (sidewalks).
2. Update on West Broadway sidewalk gap project.
III. Adjournment
The work session adjourned at ______ p.m.
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Memorandum
DATE: September 1, 2020
TO: City Council
FROM: Mark Ray, PE, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Draft ADA Transition Plan
Summary
The Federal Government, through the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), requires that all public
entities with 50 or more people have a have a Transition Plan within six months of January 26, 1992.
There is a renewed focus by the Federal Government on enforcing this requirement. As such, city staff
have prepared a draft ADA Transition Plan for Council review.
Schedule
With the Council’s approval, it is proposed that the draft version of City’s ADA Transition Plan be
posted for public comment for at least 30 days. The document will be available at City Hall and on the
website.
Once public comment has been received for 30 days, the final document would come back before the
Council for approval.
Integration with existing plans and procedures
Operationally there is nothing really new being created by this document. The City has invested tens of
thousands of dollars in just the last few years building new sidewalks (Phase 15 along Wilshire),
maintaining existing sidewalks (trip hazard removal and panel replacement), upgrading pedestrian
ramps (ADA ramp replacements), and improving signage (Welcome crossing at 36th). Consistent with
the process for other issues, complaints and requests for sidewalk issues are done via the existing
online portal for people to submit concerns to the City. Finally, the City’s Long Term Plan continues to
include projects that relate to providing for a safe and accessible pedestrian network in the City and so
the relevant sections of the Long Term Plan are included in the Appendix of the Transition Plan
Attachment
• Draft ADA Transition Plan
Recommended Action
No formal action is needed. Staff is just requesting direction from the Council on publishing the
document for the public comment period.
Accessibility, Design, Policy and
Implementation Manual for
Public Rights-of-Way
City of Crystal, MN
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City of Crystal
Accessibility, Design, Policy and Implementation Manual For Public
Rights-Of-Way
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 3
ADA and its Relationship to Other Laws ................................................................................... 3
Agency Requirements ................................................................................................................. 3
Accessibility Policy Development and Implementation Process............................................... 4
Physical Obstacles that Limit Accessibility .................................................................................... 4
Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Opportunities ........................................................................ 5
City Project Implementation ......................................................................................................... 5
Accessibility Project Request Process ........................................................................................ 5
Accessibility Grievance Process .................................................................................................. 5
City Public Rights-of-Way ADA Compliance Statement .......................................................... 5
Design Guidelines ......................................................................................................................... 6
Resources ........................................................................................................................................ 6
Appendix A Definitions ................................................................................................................. 8
Appendix B When Are Accessibility Upgrades Required? ........................................................ 9
Appendix C Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................. 11
Appendix D Accessibility Project Request Process and Accessibility Grievance Process ......... 15
Appendix E Long Term Plan relevant pages with Accessibility Projects .................................... 16
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Introduction
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), enacted on July 26, 1990, is a civil rights law prohibiting
discrimination against individuals on the basis of disability. ADA consists of five titles outlining
protections in the following areas:
1. Employment
2. State and local government services
3. Public accommodations
4. Telecommunications
5. Miscellaneous Provisions
Title II of ADA pertains to the programs, activities and services public entities provide. As a provider of
public transportation services and programs, City of Crystal must comply with this section of the Act as it
specifically applies to public service agencies. Title II of ADA provides that, “…no qualified individual
with a disability shall, by reason of such disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the
benefits of the services, programs, or activities of a public entity, or be subjected to discrimination by
any such entity.” (42 USC. Sec. 12132; 28 CFR. Sec. 35.130)
As required by Title II of ADA, 28 CFR. Part 35 Sec. 35.105 and Sec. 35.150, City of Crystal has conducted
a self-evaluation of its facilities within public rights of way and has developed this Transition Plan
detailing how the organization will ensure that all of those facilities are accessible to all individuals.
ADA and its Relationship to Other Laws
Title II of ADA is companion legislation to two previous federal statutes and regulations: the
Architectural Barriers Acts of 1968 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
The Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 is a Federal law that requires facilities designed, built, altered or
leased with Federal funds to be accessible. The Architectural Barriers Act marks one of the first efforts to
ensure access to the built environment.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a Federal law that protects qualified individuals from
discrimination based on their disability. The nondiscrimination requirements of the law apply to
employers and organizations that receive financial assistance from any Federal department or agency.
Title II of ADA extended this coverage to all state and local government entities, regardless of whether
they receive federal funding or not.
Agency Requirements
Under Title II, City of Crystal must meet these general requirements:
Must operate their programs so that, when viewed in their entirety, the programs are accessible
to and useable by individuals with disabilities (28 C.F.R. Sec. 35.150).
May not refuse to allow a person with a disability to participate in a service, program or activity
simply because the person has a disability (28 C.F.R. Sec. 35.130 (a).
Must make reasonable modifications in policies, practices and procedures that deny equal
access to individuals with disabilities unless a fundamental alteration in the program would
result (28 C.F.R. Sec. 35.130(b) (7).
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May not provide services or benefits to individuals with disabilities through programs that are
separate or different unless the separate or different measures are necessary to ensure that
benefits and services are equally effective (28 C.F.R. Sec. 35.130(b)(iv) & (d).
Must take appropriate steps to ensure that communications with applicants, participants and
members of the public with disabilities are as effective as communications with others (29 C.F.R.
Sec. 35.160(a).
Must designate at least one responsible employee to coordinate ADA compliance [28 CFR Sec.
35.107(a)]. This person is often referred to as the "ADA Coordinator." The public entity must
provide the ADA coordinator's name, office address, and telephone number to all interested
individuals [28 CFR Sec. 35.107(a)].
Must provide notice of ADA requirements. All public entities, regardless of size, must provide
information about the rights and protections of Title II to applicants, participants, beneficiaries,
employees, and other interested persons [28 CFR Sec. 35,106]. The notice must include the
identification of the employee serving as the ADA coordinator and must provide this information
on an ongoing basis [28 CFR Sec. 104.8(a)].
Must establish a grievance procedure. Public entities must adopt and publish grievance
procedures providing for prompt and equitable resolution of complaints [28 CFR Sec. 35.107(b)].
This requirement provides for a timely resolution of all problems or conflicts related to ADA
compliance before they escalate to litigation and/or the federal complaint process.
Accessibility Policy Development and Implementation Process
1. Finalize Accessibility, Design, Policy and Implementation Manual
2. Provide opportunity for public comment: A hard copy of this document will be available to the
public online, at Crystal City Hall, or mailed upon request. The comment period will last for 30
days from the publishing of the notice of availability for comment.
3. Prioritize locations of needed improvements and sort them into two categories:
a. Those that could be included with other planned projects
b. Stand-alone improvements
4. Identify work items for different improvements
5. Long-range identification, inclusion, and updating of budget for needed projects
a. Implementation of specific projects is noted in the City’s Long Term Plan (Capital
improvement project list) which is updated at least every two years. Appendix E has the
current relevant pages from the City’s Long Term Plan.
6. Monitor construction by county and private developers to coordinate projects where
feasible
Physical Obstacles that Limit Accessibility
Throughout the City of Crystal there are a wide range of obstacles that limit accessibility on
City sidewalks. These obstacles include, but are not limited to:
1. Concrete panels that have heaved or broken
2. Utility poles
3. Fire Hydrants
4. Metal castings for underground communication systems
5. Pedestrian ramps that do not meet current guidelines
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6. Push buttons at traffic signals
Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Opportunities
1. Partnership between Public Works and Community Development Departments to inform
developers and contractors of their responsibility to incorporate accessibility into their
projects.
2. Monitor private projects to facilitate accessibility improvements to the extent feasible.
3. Coordinate with developments, remodeling, and construction projects, including state, and
federal projects, to facilitate accessibility improvements to the extent feasible.
4. Proactively implement an access improvement plan using guidelines from the published
materials to improve overall network accessibility with an emphasis on points of interest
such as government facilities, transit stops, special population residences, healthcare
facilities, and public spaces.
City Project Implementation
The City of Crystal will utilize two processes to implement accessibility projects. The first is the
inclusion of accessibility components as part of scheduled utility reconstruction projects, street
maintenance activities, or other larger projects. The second method is planned accessibility
projects. These projects are under continual development and implementation.
The City's Street Maintenance Fund is the fund used for accessibility projects and includes
sidewalk and trail maintenance, trip hazard removals, and other accessibility improvements.
The Street Maintenance Fund budget document is available for public viewing online and at
Crystal City Hall.
In addition to City-driven projects, the City will also monitor County projects in Crystal to
identify opportunities to coordinate efforts to improve accessibility.
The Director of Public Works/City Engineer is responsible for the development and
implementation of the City’s capital improvement plan, which includes the accessibility
projects.
Accessibility Project Request Process
The City of Crystal has established a sidewalk concern reporting process through the City’s
website. Appendix D of this manual is a screenshot from that page.
Accessibility Grievance Process
The City of Crystal has established a grievance process for submitting to concerns about
accessibility. The grievance form (Complaint Report/Referral form) is included as an Appendix D
of this manual.
City Public Rights-of-Way ADA Compliance Statement
The standards of design which apply to construction work within the public right-of-way in
Crystal shall be the 2010 Americans with Disabilities Act Standards for Accessible Design, its
supplements, revisions, or more recent versions. The most current applicable regulations are
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available online at http://www.ada.gov.
Additional standards may apply when work is being conducted on County facilities . The Resources
section of this document provides contact information for other agencies.
Design Guidelines
Development and implementation of design guidelines for accessibility will be an evolving
process that may include many revisions and updates. The City of Crystal uses the Minnesota
Department of Transportation’s Standard Plans for Pedestrian Ramps that is available online:
https://www.dot.state.mn.us/ada/pdf/5-297-250.pdf
These guidelines are subject to updates pending changes and recommendations by the United
States Access Board and/or other regulatory agencies.
Resources
28 CFR 35
http://www2.ed.gov/policy/rights/reg/ocr/28c r35.pdf
Accessible Rights-of-Way: A Design Guide
http://www.access-board.gov/prowac/guide/PROWGuide.htm
Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)
http://www.access-board.gov/adaag/html/adaa.ghtm
Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 (ABA)
http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2007-06-20/pdf/07 -2979.pdf
Hennepin County Program Access and Transition Plan
http://www.hennepin.us/
Minnesota Department of Transportation
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/ada/
Public Rights of Way Access Advisory Committee (PROWAAC)
http://www.access-board.gov/prowac/alterations/guide.htm
Public Rights of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG)
http://www.access-board.gov/prowac/
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
http://www.access-board.gov/enforcement/rehab-act-text/intro .htm
The Access Board
http://www.access-board.gov/
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
http://www.ada.gov/
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US Department of Transportation Department
http://www.dot.gov/citizen_services/disability/disability.html
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Appendix A Definitions
Accessibility Coordinator
The Director of Public Works, or designee, is the agent responsible for
implementation of the identified improvements as well as responding to
requests, questions, or other inquiries related to public rights-of-way.
Detectable Warning Surfaces
"A surface feature of truncated dome material built in or applied to the walking
surface to advise of an upcoming change from pedestrian to vehicular way."
Pedestrian Access Routes
A pedestrian access route (PAR) is a continuous and unobstructed walkway
within a pedestrian circulation route specifically designed for ADA accessible
travel.
Pedestrian access routes consist of the following components:
• Walkways
• Ramps
• Curb ramps (excluding flared sides) and landings
• Blended transitions
• Crosswalks
• Pedestrian overpasses and underpasses
• Elevators
• Platform lifts
Program Access
As required by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities
Act of 1990, public entities are obligated to not discriminate in the programs or
services offered to the "general public." Parking, sidewalks, pedestrian crossings
are a feature or amenity offered by the City of Crystal. It may be appropriate for
Crystal to create a plan or special projects to improve or provide accessibility
where no work is currently scheduled.
Consideration in planning is to include location of government services, libraries,
schools, specialized housing, health care providers, or other origins or
destinations of significant volumes of pedestrian trips. Inclusion of members of
the community to establish priorities is encouraged.
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Appendix B When Are Accessibility Upgrades Required?
The following is a list of typical construction and maintenance activities conducted on sidewalks,
trails, and roads and the degree to which accessibility projects are required for each activity.
Crack sealing - Not required
Crosswalk installation – Required
Example: Any new midblock or corner (intersection) crossing needs to be compliant.
Concrete and pavement repair - Dependent on scope of work
Example: Isolated, partial or full panel replacement does not trigger larger scale accessibility work.
However, the repair should be consistent with accessibility guidelines such as slope and no lips over
0.5 inches when feasible. Larger concrete repair projects may trigger additional accessibility
provisions.
Concrete joint sealing - Not required
Concrete surface planning/grinding - Not required Curb replacement - Dependent on scope of work
Example: If the curb replacement is at an existing or proposed pedestrian ramp location, then it
should meet ADA requirements. If the curb is not at a pedestrian crossing then standard curb
(86-18, etc.) can be used.
Mill and overlay – Dependent on scope of work
Examples: If the mill and overlay project includes miscellaneous concrete work, then impacted
ramps must be brought up to ADA standards. If the work scope does not include concrete work,
then they do not.
New construction - Required
Examples: Curb cuts, sidewalks/trails, pedestrian crosswalks, traffic signal installation, pedestrian
tunnels/overpasses, and new development.
Pavement marking - Dependent on scope of work
Examples: Any pedestrian-related pavement markings should be consistent with accessibility
provisions, but do not trigger any additional accessibility projects. Pavement markings for vehicle
traffic do not trigger any additional accessibility provisions.
Pothole patching – Not required
Reconstruction - Required
Examples: Roadway widening, additional vehicle/bike lanes, horizontal/vertical alignment changes,
bridge replacement, total road rehabilitation, installation of concrete curb and gutter, traffic signal
replacement, sidewalk/trail replacement.
Sealcoating - Not required
Sidewalk panel replacement - Dependent on scope of work
Example: Accessibility upgrades should be done to the extent feasible. If only one or two panels
are being replaced, then there may be no opportunity to make changes. The higher the number
of replacement sections, the better the opportunity to obtain consistency in corridor
accessibility.
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Sidewalk joint grinding - Not required
Sidewalk panel bituminous patch - Dependent on scope of work
Example: The larger the patch section, the better the opportunity to accommodate some
provisions such as slope, cross-slope, and path consistency.
Skin patching - Not required
Utility patch - Dependent on scope of work
Example: A utility patch in the street or boulevard would not trigger an accessibility project as the
intended user is vehicle traffic, or no traffic. A utility patch along a trail, sidewalk, or other
pedestrian route may require accessibility provisions. Generally speaking, the larger the patch
area, the better the opportunity to meet accessibility requirements.
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Appendix C Frequently Asked Questions
Sidewalks
Question: A project will be undertaken to connect a series of sidewalk
segments near a school. Must the existing segments of sidewalk be modified
if they do not meet width or cross slope provisions?
Answer: Yes, to the maximum extent feasible within the scope of the
project. Agencies are not required to expand a planned scope of work to
include other items of accessibility.
Question: A new sidewalk is being built along an existing road that
contains driveway access points. Must those driveways be modified if
their cross slope exceeds 2%?
Answer: Yes, to the maximum extent feasible within the scope of the project.
Question: A city is rebuilding a sidewalk along Main Street. The distance
between the edge of the right-of-way and the existing road does not provide
sufficient room for a
4-foot-wide pedestrian access route. Does the municipality have to acquire
more right- of-way on private property or narrow the roadway to provide
the necessary space?
Answer: No, these guidelines do not require the municipality to obtain
right-of-way or to narrow roadways. A municipality may decide to do
either for other reasons (for instance, the roadway may be narrowed as a
larger traffic calming effort or as part of a larger project in the roadway).
Curb Ramps/ Blended Transitions
Question: A multi-block length of roadway is being resurfaced. The
corners have curb ramps that meet some, but not all, of the current
specifications; for example, the cross slope may be too steep or the curb
ramps do not have detectable warnings.
Must the curb ramps be reconstructed as part of the resurfacing project?
Answer: Yes, if it is technically feasible to provide complying features.
The work should be done at the same time the resurfacing is .being done.
Question: New curb ramps are being installed at an existing developed
corner. New construction standards require the curb ramp to be within
the crosswalk, but an existing underground utility vault is located where
the ramp should be. Must the utility vault be moved?
Answer: The scope of this project will determine the answer. If utilities are
being moved for other reasons within the project limits, it may be possible
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to alter or relocate the vault. If project construction will not involve the
vault, it may be technically infeasible to locate the curb ramp optimally. It
may be possible to widen the crosswalk markings to include the curb ramp.
Question: What if the curb ramp can be placed over the vault, but the
access cover would be located on the curb ramp?
Answer: If the access cover must be located on the curb ramp, it should
meet the surface requirements of the pedestrian access route.
Question: One corner of an intersection is being altered by curb and
gutter reconstruction and paired curb ramps are being installed as part
of this project. The other three comers of the intersection are not being
altered. Must curb ramps be provided at the unaltered comers as part
of this work?
Answer: No. The scope of the project requires curb ramps only at the altered corner.
Question: Are concrete paver blocks for sidewalks acceptable for
pedestrian access routes?
Answer: Yes, but considerations should be made to ensure that the route
is comfortably and safety traversable by wheelchairs and individuals with
canes or other walk assisting devices.
Question: Are expansion joints in sidewalks compliant with accessibility guidelines?
Answer: It depends, as long as there is not a gap (where an expansion
joint has worn away) that is wider than 0.5 inches the expansion joints
are okay.
Question: Where should a detectable warning device be used?
Answer: Truncated domes are required at all street crossings and
discouraged at all alley and driveway crossings. However, if the driveway
access looks and operates like a street approach, truncated domes should
be considered.
Question: What is the minimum Mn/DOT width required for median refuge?
Answer: Mn/DOT is using a minimum width of 6 feet (back of curb to back of
curb) for pedestrian refuges.
Question: When is edge protection required for sidewalk runs?
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Answer: Edge protection is required whenever a handrail is required. A
detectable edge is also required for sidewalks adjacent to
roundabouts.
Question: When ramps are being reconstructed, does the curb need to be
removed or the ramp retrofitted to the curb?
Answer: The curb should be removed so that the new ramp meets as
many accessibility guidelines as feasible.
Question: If the slope exceeds 5%, how far can the walk be built before requiring a landing?
Answer: A landing is required for every 30 inches in rise for a sidewalk
that is separated from a roadway.
Question: What does features does a compliant ramp need?
Answer: Generally speaking, a rap needs: a running slope less than or
equal to 8.3%, meets MnDOT Spec. 2521.3, cross slope less than or equal
to 2%, landing slope less than 2% in every direction, landing area at least 4
feet by 4 feet, landing location at the top of the ramp or at a change in the
access route direction, truncated domes covering the entire curb opening,
proper drainage, no vertical discontinuities greater than 0.25 inches.
Signals
Question: Curb ramps are being installed at a signalized intersection as
part of a roadway improvement project. Existing pedestrian signals are
pedestrian actuated but the pushbuttons are not accessible or placed in
accessible locations. Must accessible pedestrian signals be installed at
the existing pedestrian signals?
Answer: If work on pedestrian pushbuttons is not planned as part of this
project, there is no need to expand its scope to include APS.
Question: The pedestrian signals in a corridor are being replaced with new combined
count-down signals. Must APS be included in the new system?
Answer: Yes. The installation of a new system is an alteration that requires
compliance with the new construction guidelines to the maximum extent
feasible. However, the addition of a new feature, such as a countdown face
or larger display, to an existing installed system does not require that the
scope of work be expanded to include other features.
Question: Count-down signal displays are being added to the existing
pedestrian signal heads at an intersection, but the software and signal
controller are not being altered. Must APS be installed?
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Answer: No, simply adding a display to the existing WALK/DON'T WALK
signal would not involve the system changes needed to implement
APS.
Question: An intersection is being signalized and will include APS. The
installation of stub poles on the existing sidewalks to mount the new ped
buttons will not involve disturbing the roadway or sidewalk. Must curb
ramps be installed if none existed?
Answer: No. This is a project to install ped buttons; it is not an
alteration to the sidewalk or street that would require the installation
of curb ramps, as required by 28 CFR 35.151(e).
Question: The pushbutton on an existing pedestrian signal is being replaced with a
sturdier model. Must APS be installed?
Answer: No, but the new pushbutton must meet applicable requirements
(i.e., location, height, operable parts).
Question: An intersection with sidewalks and pedestrian signals is being
widened to include a right tum lane. Must APS be installed as a
consequence of the widening project?
Answer: No, installing APS is not within scope of the project. Any new
pedestrian pushbuttons installed in the course of the work must meet
applicable requirements. Note that this project is an alteration to the
street and sidewalk and thus must provide compliant curb ramps.
Accessibility during construction
Question: What provisions for accessibility must be made during
construction activities?
Answer: When a pedestrian access route is disrupted, closed, or relocated
during construction, maintenance work, or other temporary conditions,
the alternative pedestrian access route shall include pedestrian ramps to
maintain accessibility. See the Minnesota Manual on Uniform Traffic
Control Devices (MN MUTCD) for further guidance on the requirements
for establishing an alternative pedestrian access route for temporary
traffic control. See also the "Pedestrian Accessibility Considerations in
Temporary Traffic Control Zones Check List" in the MN MUTCD.
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Appendix D Accessibility Project Request Process and Accessibility Grievance
Process
All project requests and grievances can be submitted online through the City’s “Report an Issue” page.
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Appendix E Long Term Plan relevant pages with Accessibility Projects
Memorandum
DATE: September 1, 2020
TO: City Council
FROM: Mark Ray, PE, Director of Public Works
SUBJECT: Concept W. Broadway Sidewalk
Summary
Included in the Long Term Plan is $250,000 in 2022 for the construction of a sidewalk along W.
Broadway Ave between roughly 58th and 60th where there are currently no off-street pedestrian
facilities. The original intent of this project was to fund it using a cost-share with the County. With the
COVID-19 impacts being significant and not fully known, Hennepin County has suspended a lot of their
planning efforts and project funding until more is known about the financial impacts. City staff have
been told not to plan on any of the past potential funding sources (for planning or construction) being
available.
Survey results
In the fall of 2019, the City surveyed the 47 properties along the proposed sidewalk route. Of the 47
properties contacted, 14 responded (30%). For the fourteen that responded, 50% (7) supported a
sidewalk along the route, although some of the support was for the sidewalk on the other side.
Other factors
Staff have walked the route multiple times and identified a number of issues including storm water
drainage, some homes and/or garages being lower than the street, and utility pole conflicts. Based on
this assessment, construction of a sidewalk will not be as straightforward as it might sound.
Additionally, whenever W. Broadway is reconstructed (and there is no County plan for this at this time)
it is very unlikely that any sidewalk or trail the City constructs would be able to remain as-is due to the
issues noted. Most likely any existing sidewalk would be removed and replaced.
Potential options
At this point staff have identified two potential courses of action:
1) Proceed with hiring a consultant to complete a feasibility report for the sidewalk alignment.
Based on the funding in the City budget and the feedback received, it is planned to only
construct a sidewalk on one side of the road (to be determined). This report would then lead
into the design efforts to stay on track with a 2022/2023 construction timeline currently.
2) Remove this project from further consideration at this time. At some future point when this
project comes up for reconstruction, then the construction of off-street pedestrian facilities
would be integrated into that project
Requested Council Action No formal action is needed. Direction is requested in terms of next steps.