Whittier International Elementary School Phase 1
In 2022, we constructed pedestrian safety improvements in two intersections near Whittier International Elementary School. This is a Safe Routes to School project.
Dates
2022
Location
Intersections near the school, including: Grand Avenue S & 26th Street W and Blaisdell Avenue S & 27th Street W. WhittierProgram overview
In 2018, we worked with Minneapolis Public Schools to create a Safe Routes to School plan for Whittier International Elementary School (WIES). The City used the plan to apply for a grant from the Minnesota Department of Transportation to get funding for this project.
The school is on W. 26th street.
The plan includes two intersections near the school:
- Grand Avenue S & 26th Street W
- Blaisdell Avenue S & 27th Street W
Beginning the week of July 11, 2022, the City will install:
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant ramps
- Curb extensions
- pedestrian refuge medians
- Signage
- Enhanced pavement markings
Contractor will be paving on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at Grand Avenue and 26th Street starting at 7am.
Safe Routes to School
For more information on other Safe Routes to School (SRTS) safety improvements, visit the Safe Routes to School program page.
Project resources
Information about the proposed concept
Recommended detour map
Project phase
This project is complete.