12/18/2023 - City Council - Work Session - Agendas
CITY OF SPRING PARK
WORK SESSION AGENDA
DECEMBER 18, 2023 – 5:30 PM
SPRING PARK CITY HALL
(Work Session discussion times are approximate)
1. 5:30: Sunset Drive Discretionary Public Hearing (3 minutes per person, items not previously brought forth)
2. 6:00: Council Deliberation and Discussion for Recommendation
3. 6:25 Miscellaneous
4. 6:30: Adjourn
City of Spring Park
4349 WARREN AVENUE, SPRING PARK, MINNESOTA 55384-9711 (952) 471-9051 FAX (952) 471-9160
WWW.CI.SPRING-PARK.MN.US
Staff Memo: Sunset Dr Follow Up Information
To: Spring Park – Mayor and Council
From: County Staff
Subject: Follow up from 11/20 Work Session
At the November 20th work session and City Council meeting, we took note of a few questions from the City
Council and would like to provide responses to them.
• When were the traffic counts taken?
o The annual average daily traffic (AADT) count for Sunset Drive is 3,100 vehicles per day. The last
counts were collected on 6/14/2021-6/15/2021.
• Could we put bikeable shoulders on the road just through Rockvam?
o At the 4061 Sunset/ Rockvam building in our current proposed design there is 6.4 ft to 7.9 ft of
separation from the back of the proposed trail to the face of the building.
o To shift the trail from behind the curb to the roadway we need to accommodate both directions of
bike traffic on the northbound roadway side. This requires a design of a two-way cycle track. The
required features of this are a 3 ft minimum separation from roadway traffic and an 8ft minimum
two-way cycle track. The typical section from the centerline of the roadway becomes 11 ft through
lane, 3 ft separation, 8 ft two-way cycle track, 2 ft curb & gutter, 4 ft boulevard, and 6 ft sidewalk.
The far outside edge of the sidewalk would land right at the edge of the 4061 Sunset building face
leaving no separation. This moves the cyclist 4 ft farther from the building but puts pedestrians right
up to the building face with no separation. We will continue to explore options that further separate
the trail and the 4061 Sunset building face.
• Can parking be added?
o If parking is desired along the corridor the proposed curb & gutter would need to be bumped out to
create 8 ft by 21 ft parking spaces. Especially in front of 4050-4060 Sunset, where parking is
currently allowed, the sidewalk would also need to bump out causing the proposed sidewalk to
encroach into private property, making the need to purchase permanent easement. The cost for the
parking lanes, adjustment to utilities, added drainage needs and any additional right of way for the
parking spots would be incurred by the City alone.
• Can mailboxes go on the lakeside?
o Mailbox locations typically go back to the same location. I have reached out to the Local Postmaster
Rebecca Gerads to discuss mailboxes. I was told it might be after the holidays before she is able to
return my call.
City of Spring Park
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• What is the cost difference associated with the grass boulevard and concrete boulevard?
o The average bid price for concrete walk for the boulevard is around $20 SF and the average price for
seeding and the seed for the grass boulevard is $0.3 SF. To place the 4ft wide section of concrete in
the two Inset sections from the layout would cost an estimated $112,000 and the 6 ft wide grass
boulevard section cost estimate would be $3,000. The added drainage cost for the concrete
boulevard could range from $200,000 to $500,000.
Crash Summary
Sunset Spring Park
Crash Severity/Crash Year
Crash Severity Total 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023
K - Fatal 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
A - Serious Injury 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
B - Minor Injury 3 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0
C - Possible Injury 3 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0
N - Prop Dmg Only 7 1 1 0 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 2
Total 14 1 3 1 1 1 0 3 0 1 1 2
Crash Severity/Number of Vehicles
Crash Severity Total 0 1 2 3+
K - Fatal 0 0 0 0 0
A - Serious Injury 1 0 0 1 0
B - Minor Injury 3 0 1 2 0
C - Possible Injury 3 0 2 1 0
N - Prop Dmg Only 7 0 2 5 0
Total 14 0 5 9 0
Basic Type Summary Total %
Pedestrian 0 0.0
Bike 1 7.1
Single Vehicle Run Off Road 4 28.6
Single Vehicle Other 0 0.0
Sideswipe Same Direction 0 0.0
Sideswipe Opposing 0 0.0
Rear End 2 14.3
Head On 1 7.1
Left Turn 0 0.0
Angle 3 21.4
Other 3 21.4
Total 14 100.0
First Harmful Event Summary Total %
Pedestrian 0 0.0
Bicyclist 1 7.1
Motor Vehicle In Transport 8 57.1
Parked Motor Vehicle 1 7.1
Train 0 0.0
Deer/Animal 0 0.0
Other - Non Fixed Object 0 0.0
Collision Fixed Object 3 21.4
Non-Collision Harmful Events 1 7.1
Other/Unknown 0 0.0
Total 14 100.0
Relationship to Intersection Summary Total %
Not at Intersection/Interchange 7 50.0
Four-Way Intersection 0 0.0
T or Y Intersection 3 21.4
Five-Way Intersection or More 0 0.0
Roundabout 0 0.0
Intersection Related 1 7.1
Driveway Access Related 1 7.1
At School Crossing 0 0.0
Railway Grade Crossing 1 7.1
Shared Use Path or Trail 0 0.0
Interchange or Ramp 0 0.0
Crossover Related 0 0.0
Acceleration/Deceleration Lane 0 0.0
Other/Unknown 1 7.1
Total 14 100.0
Weather 1 Summary Total %
Clear 9 64.3
Cloudy 3 21.4
Rain 2 14.3
Snow 0 0.0
Sleet, Hail (Freezing Rain/Drizzle)0 0.0
Fog/Smog/Smoke 0 0.0
Blowing Sand/Soil/Dirt/Snow 0 0.0
Severe Crosswinds 0 0.0
Other/Unknown 0 0.0
Total 14 100.0
Light Condition Summary Total %
Daylight 14 100.0
Sunrise 0 0.0
Sunset 0 0.0
Dark (Str Lights On)0 0.0
Dark (Str Lights Off)0 0.0
Dark (No Str Lights)0 0.0
Dark (Unknown Light)0 0.0
Other/Unknown 0 0.0
Total 14 100.0
Report Generated 11/21/2023 MnCMAT 2.0.0 Page 1 of 2
Crash Summary
Sunset Spring Park
Time of Day/Day of Week
From To 00:00
01:59
02:00
03:59
04:00
05:59
06:00
07:59
08:00
09:59
10:00
11:59
12:00
13:59
14:00
15:59
16:00
17:59
18:00
19:59
20:00
21:59
22:00
23:59 Total %
SUN 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 0 3 21.4
MON 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 14.3
TUE 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 14.3
WED 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 7.1
THU 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 2 14.3
FRI 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 2 14.3
SAT 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 14.3
Total 0 0 0 0 2 0 1 3 1 5 2 0 14 100.0
%0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 14.3 0.0 7.1 21.4 7.1 35.7 14.3 0.0 100.0 100.0
Driver & Non-Motorist Age/Gender Summary
Age M F NR No Value Total %
<14 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
14 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
15 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
16 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
17 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
18 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
19 1 0 0 0 1 4.2
20 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
21-24 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
25-29 4 1 0 0 5 20.8
30-34 2 0 0 0 2 8.3
35-39 1 1 0 0 2 8.3
40-44 0 1 0 0 1 4.2
45-49 2 0 0 0 2 8.3
50-54 1 0 0 0 1 4.2
55-59 3 1 0 0 4 16.7
60-64 1 0 0 0 1 4.2
65-69 0 1 0 0 1 4.2
70-74 0 1 0 0 1 4.2
75-79 1 0 0 0 1 4.2
80-84 0 1 0 0 1 4.2
85-89 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
90-94 0 0 0 0 0 0.0
95+0 0 0 0 0 0.0
No Value 0 0 0 1 1 4.2
Total 16 7 0 1 24 100.0
%66.7 29.2 0.0 4.2 100.0 100.0
Month Summary Total %
January 0 0.0
February 0 0.0
March 0 0.0
April 4 28.6
May 1 7.1
June 5 35.7
July 0 0.0
August 1 7.1
September 1 7.1
October 2 14.3
November 0 0.0
December 0 0.0
Total 14 100.0
Physical Condition Summary Total %
Apparently Normal (Including No Drugs/Alcohol)18 78.3
Physical Disability (Short Term or Long Term)0 0.0
Medical Issue (Ill, Sick or Fainted)1 4.3
Emotional (Depression, Angry, Disturbed, etc.)0 0.0
Asleep or Fatigued 0 0.0
Has Been Drinking Alcohol 4 17.4
Has Been Taking Illicit Drugs 0 0.0
Has Been Taking Medications 0 0.0
Other/Unknown 0 0.0
Not Applicable 0 0.0
Total 23 100.0
Selection Filter:
WORK AREA: County('659472') - SPATIAL FILTER APPLIED - ROUTE FILTER APPLIED
Analyst:
Adam Edwards
Notes:
Report Generated 11/21/2023 MnCMAT 2.0.0 Page 2 of 2
Open house #4 - Revised recommended design
Hennepin and Bolton & Menk hosted a public open house on Oct. 3, 2023. This event was held to share
the revised recommended design and gather feedback. The event featured a formal presentation, Q&A,
boards, and a road design layout. After the event, a boulevard preference survey was posted on the
website and sent out via email.
Oct. 3, 2023 Gillespie Center
17 comment cards and 18 survey responses
5:30-7:30 a.m.
45+ attendees
Open house 4 - Revised recommended design
Advertisement methods
Materials
Comment breakdown
Comment themes
Postcard
Social media
The open house included a formal presentation, digital and printed comment card, and a boulevard
preference survey to provide feedback.
Website update
Email blasts
HENNEPIN COUNTY
MINNESOTA
Get in touch
Questions, comments or
concerns? Let us know
612-384-8448
transportation@hennepin.us
Stay informed
Learn more and sign up to
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Join us for a virtual open house
Vernon Avenue Bridge replacement and
intersections improvements
In 2023, Hennepin County, in partnership with the City of Edina, plans to
replace the Vernon Avenue Bridge (County Road 158) over the Canadian
Pacific Railroad. We will update the bridge design and also make
improvements to the intersections at Interlachen Boulevard and Highway
100 off-ramps.
We invite you to learn more about our initial proposed design and share
your feedback.
Open house launching Monday, May 10
We created a virtual open house resource that you can visit at any time.
Visit the project website for instructions on accessing the open house.
Postcard_6x4_25in.inddPos
Join us for an open houseSunset Drive reconstruction project
Learn more and sign up to
receive updates at:
hennepin.us/
sunset-drive
Stay informedThe project team has been busy refining the
preferred design for Sunset Drive (County
Road 51) using your input. Now we have
updated designs ready to share.
Join us for an open house on October 3
at the Gillespie Center to learn about the
updates and ask questions. A presentation
will begin at 5:30 p.m.
Grass boulevard
preference
Digital
comment cards
Total comments
Written
comment cards
Survey
responses
9
35
8
18
21 (60%)
0%50%100%
8 (23%)
2 (5%)
5 (14%)
Paved boulevard
preference
Speeding
concerns
Whichever best supports
walkers, bikers, and rollers
35
total comments
Resident with a property on Sunset Drive
Resident near Sunset Drive
Business owner on Sunset Drive
Person who uses Sunset Drive for walking, biking, and rolling
Person who uses the Dakota Rail Regional Trail
Person who drives Sunset Drive frequently
Interested community member
Other
8
6
0
10
13
11
9
1
Overview
Our team released a boulevard preference survey to help gain more insight from the community. The
survey was released on Oct. 23, 2023 and closed on Nov. 10, 2023. The following page gives a high-level
analysis of the survey results.
Boulevard preference survey
18total surveys
The grass boulevard design pictured above includes a 12 foot drive lane, two foot of curb and gutter,
a six foot grass boulevard, and an eight foot shared use path. This totals 42 foot from edge of curb to
edge of path. Please rate your support for this design.
The paved boulevard design pictured above includes a 12 foot drive lane, two foot of curb and
gutter, a four foot paved boulevard, and an eight foot shared use path. This totals 40 foot from edge
of curb to edge of path. Please rate your support for this design.
I am a...(check all that apply)
Do not support
Do not support
6 (33%)
10 (55.56%)
0%
0%
50%
50%
100%
100%
1 (5.6%)
3 (16.67%)
11 (66.1%)
5 (27.78%)
Neutral
Neutral
Support
Support