Per the City of St. Louis Park:
Minnetonka Boulevard reconstruction planned for 2024
Hennepin County Government is reevaluating the current use and design of Minnetonka Boulevard (County Road 5), between Highway 100 and France Avenue. The county and its partners, including the City of St. Louis Park, are developing a plan for the corridor to better serve current and future users. Construction for this project is scheduled for 2024.
Minnetonka Boulevard hasn’t been reconstructed since 1952 and is nearing the end of its lifecycle. This means there’s an opportunity to think differently about the roadway and the surrounding area.
Here’s what is being looked at for this phase of engagement:
• Improved connections and accommodations for people biking, walking and rolling, including improved first- and last-mile rail connections for users traveling to the Beltline Boulevard and West Lake Street light rail stations
• Lane adjustments to provide traffic calming and help when vehicles are making turns
• Streetscape improvements, like improvements to boulevards
The county recognizes that this is an important area with a diverse population, a variety of businesses and access to city services. It is also a key connection for both local travelers and those who commute to work and school.
With these considerations in mind, the county and its partners promise to:
• Prioritize diversity, equity and inclusion
• Collaborate with community partners
• Identify and clearly communicate any impacts of proposed changes
Be on the lookout for ways to offer your feedback for the future of Minnetonka Boulevard.
Visit hennepin.us/minnetonka-boulevard to learn more and stay updated on the project. If you have questions or comments, contact Madeline Lunzer, public engagement lead, at
[email protected], or Jason Staebell, project manager, at
[email protected].