Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Edina public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in roads
Street and Alley Reconstruction Projects
Nearly $10 million was awarded to rebuild neighborhood streets in the Prospect Knolls A, C & D and Parklawn Court area. Residents there will see construction — and smoother roads — in the coming season.
France Avenue Pedestrian Safety Study
A pedestrian safety study along France Avenue between Hazelton Road and Parklawn Avenue was proposed for purchase, addressing safety for people walking along this corridor.
France Avenue sidewalk gap closure
After nearly 20 years of exploring ways to expand the Edina Promenade, staff were scheduled to update the HRA on a pedestrian crossing of France Avenue connecting the South Cornelia and Parklawn neighborhoods with Centennial Lakes. Options range from moving ahead with design and phased construction to dropping the idea.
Wooddale Avenue Bridge Replacement Funding
The city was set to request state bridge funds to help replace the Wooddale Avenue bridge, reducing the local cost of a key infrastructure project.
Metro Transit BRT expansion planning
A presentation on the Green Line Extension transit project, which could affect how Edina residents commute and how areas near the line develop.
Wooddale Avenue Bike Lane Project
An advisory communication supports bike lanes on Wooddale, which would mean removing on-street parking. Staff will bring a recommendation back in May after gathering community feedback.
PACS Fund Investments in Sidewalks and Bike Facilities
The council removed sidewalks from the Prospect Knolls reconstruction after a neighbor petition — mostly over who has to shovel and pay for repairs. Commissioners worry the same pattern will keep repeating and plan surveys and one-on-one council outreach to change minds.
Grandview Pedestrian Bridge ADA Inquiry with Department of Justice
The Grandview pedestrian bridge ADA fix remains an unfunded placeholder while the city waits on the Department of Justice for timing — and it competes with the Wooddale Bridge for the same money.
Stop Sign Petition at Garrison Lane/Ashcroft Lane and St. Johns Avenue
A resident petition asked the city to install stop controls at Garrison Lane/Ashcroft Lane and St. Johns Avenue — a neighborhood traffic safety request.
Traffic Safety Action Plan (Vision Zero)
Edina adopted a data-driven plan to reach zero traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2050, with a priority network of high-crash streets and safety countermeasures built into future road projects.