Reconstruct Franklin Avenue (CSAH 5) from Lyndale Avenue to Blaisdell Avenue in the City of Minneapolis. The existing roadway (last reconstructed in 1962) is nearing the end of its useful life and warrants replacement. Routine maintenance activities (such as overlays and crackseals) are no longer cost effective in preserving assets. The existing curb is showing signs of settlement; diminishing its ability to manage storm water. The current roadway environment consists of a 4-lane undivided configuration with no turn lanes provided for people driving. This design has resulted in a relatively high number of crashes, specifically left-turn and rear-end related. No dedicated accommodations for people biking are currently provided along this segment of Franklin Avenue (CSAH 5). Although sidewalks are provided along both sides of the roadway, some areas lack adequate boulevard space, presenting challenges for routine maintenance activities. In addition, on-street parking is permitted during off-pear periods; limiting mobility for people driving. In 2020, Transportation Project Delivery completed the Franklin Ave Corridor Study (hennepin.us/franklincorridor) that evaluated both short-term and long-term options for the corridor. It is anticipated that this project will provide an opportunity to implement recommendations from the study; relying on community input, data analysis, and environmental review to determine the specific location and type of improvement as part of the design process. The proposed project will include new pavement, curb, storm water utilities, sidewalk, ADA accommodations, and traffic signals. Further investigation will take place as part of the design process to determine the feasibility of dedicated accommodations for people biking as part of this project. Additionally, it is anticipated that proven traffic calming strategies (such as raised medians, curb extensions, and streetscaping) will be introduced to improve the crossing experience for people walking by managing the speeds of people driving. This project is Phase 2 (of 2) of capital improvements along the Franklin Avenue (CSAH 5) corridor in Minneapolis and is directly related to Capital Project 2172600. Additionally, in 2022, the City of Minneapolis plans to reconstruct a segment of Franklin Avenue directly to the west between Hennepin Avenue and Lyndale Avenue (CSAH 22). As February 16, 2023, this project is currently in the FY 2023 - 2027 CIP. Funding for this project is allotted in the city's capital improvement plan for construction FY 2025. A firm timeline has not been established; however, construction is scheduled for Fiscal Year 2025.
*Project information has been obtained through a public capital improvement plan (CIP). A CIP is a financial schedule for short- and long-range projects which is updated regularly. Information listed in the CIP often evolves based on funding availability and the project details, including timeline and value, are subject to change. The content management team will continue to pursue additional details as they become available.
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