Minneapolis Seeks Public Feedback On Proposed Railroad Grade Separations For Enhanced Safety

Tomorrow in Minneapolis, a discussion on infrastructure and safety takes the spotlight at a public meeting. City officials are seeking community feedback on a proposed grade separation project that could transform how trains and vehicles intersect at several CPKC railroad crossings. According to a bulletin from the City of Minneapolis, the focus areas are Humboldt Ave N, 45th Ave N, and Lyndale Ave N.

The City, with the aid of Council Member Vetaw and consultancy firm TKDA, is looking into the idea of constructing overpasses or underpasses to help ease traffic congestion and enhance safety — a proposal made possible through a federal grant application Minneapolis is preparing. Planning to attend the public meeting, residents will have the opportunity to learn details about the project and voice their opinions. Especially affected, residents, by the frequent train blockages, hope the changes could mean less waiting times and reduced chances of accidents.

Details of the meeting were shared in an official invite: "Council Member Vetaw, City of Minneapolis Public Works, and TKDA invite you to a public meeting to learn more about the project and provide your input." Slated to be held on Thursday, August 15th, the meeting will run from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Camden High School, located at 4320 N Newton Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55412, specifically in room 158.

For those interested but unable to attend, public input does not end at the meeting. The City encourages participation through an online survey, accessible for added convenience. Pointing to achieving a more inclusive feedback process, the bulletin provides a link to the survey at the following address: https://content.govdelivery.com/bulletins/gd/MPLS-3aec645. Further refinements to the proposed separations, based on the community's voice, are expected.

SOURCE: hoodline