Overview

Safety improvements for 42nd Street W in Minneapolis, focusing on intersection safety and traffic calming. Project aims to reduce crashes, improve pedestrian and bicycle access, and create safer crossings.

Current Status

Status: 30% design phase

Project is in 30% design phase, working toward 60% design completion and review. Specific project details include intersection improvements and traffic calming measures along the corridor.

Timeline

• Current: 30% design phase
• Next: 60% design completion and review
• Future: Final design approval and construction timeline TBD

Project Scope

Primary objective: Improve safety for all users on 42nd Street W

Types of improvements (typical safety projects):

• Intersection redesigns and traffic signals
• Protected pedestrian crossings
• Bike lanes or shared lane markings
• Traffic calming (speed humps, curb extensions)
• Improved visibility and lighting
• Updated signage and striping

Importance

42nd Street W is a significant east-west corridor in Minneapolis. Safety improvements reduce crash risk, improve access for pedestrians and cyclists, and create more comfortable neighborhood streets for all users.

Monitoring

Tracking items:

• 60% design completion
• Final design approval
• Construction timeline
• Construction start and completion
• Minneapolis LIMS project updates

External Sources

• Minneapolis LIMS — Search "LP 600D10086" for project documents
• City of Minneapolis: Projects — Project listings and updates
• Minneapolis Bicycle Advisory Committee — Meeting agendas and resolutions