Revised December 15th, 2023
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Hennepin County Regional Railroad Authority and Three Rivers Park District have proposed a change to the trail crossing at as part of the Strawberry Lane road project in Shorewood.
A bike “radius” has been designed on each side of the crossing to slow bicycle traffic to 15 mph. Once through the radius, riders will cross the road at a 90 degree angle.The proposal suggests “yield” signs at the crossing, rather than “stop,” as most riders do not stop. However, in the short term, a “stop” sign will remain in place. Minnesota’s new “Idaho Stop” law could make management of any type of rider etiquette at street crossings more difficult.
See the map below and read more in the 5.8.23 Council packet, and a more detailed report starting at p.102, Item 9A3.
<–Heading East from Strawberry Lane
During the discussion, a council member recommended a “cross traffic does not stop” sign similar to those used in Deephaven. The council agreed and asked for a similar sign at the Cathcart crossing (see sign example below).
