Morningside D & E Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction

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Morningside D & E Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction updates will be hosted on this project page. Check back for updates!

This project began construction in 2022 and will continue in 2023. The work includes:

  • Complete reconstruction of the asphalt pavement,
  • Full replacement of concrete curb and gutter and sidewalk,
  • Replacement of fire hydrants and watermain gate valves. The project will also include new water services between the main in the street and the property’s shut-off valve (curb stop),
  • Improvements to the sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems, including flood risk reduction improvements, and
  • Assessments to property owners for the roadway project costs, at $8,338.95 per residential equivalent unit

Morningside D & E Neighborhood Roadway Reconstruction updates will be hosted on this project page. Check back for updates!

This project began construction in 2022 and will continue in 2023. The work includes:

  • Complete reconstruction of the asphalt pavement,
  • Full replacement of concrete curb and gutter and sidewalk,
  • Replacement of fire hydrants and watermain gate valves. The project will also include new water services between the main in the street and the property’s shut-off valve (curb stop),
  • Improvements to the sanitary sewer and storm sewer systems, including flood risk reduction improvements, and
  • Assessments to property owners for the roadway project costs, at $8,338.95 per residential equivalent unit
  • Construction Substantial Completion Update

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    The project is now considered substantially complete. The contractor will address the following remaining items in the spring of 2024.

    • Sanitary sewer lining (winter)
    • Remaining Irrigation repairs
    • Topsoil regrading, seeding and hydromulch touch ups as necessary. The seeded areas will be monitored throughout the spring to ensure proper turf establishment.
    • Replacement tree and landscape plantings.
    • Warranty repairs

    The sidewalk snow and ice removal is the responsibility of the property owner.

    The City of Edina and GMH Asphalt thank you for your patience and cooperation throughout the 2023 construction season.

  • Construction Update - 11/9/2023

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    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • The final layer of asphalt pavement is complete.


    Project Wide

    • Select pavement striping and permanent signs are scheduled to be installed the week of 11/13.
    • Sanitary sewer lining is scheduled to be completed after Thanksgiving.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction is complete except for a few properties.
      • Due to the colder temperatures approaching and availability of plantings, the City will need to revisit what is still needed in the spring. Please contact Nina if there are remaining items at your property if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


  • Construction Update - 11/3/2023

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    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • The final layer of asphalt at the intersections will occur on 11/3.
    • The final layer of asphalt is scheduled to be completed mid-week the week of 11/6.
      • Check your front door for parking and driveway access.
      • The asphalt can be driven on following final compaction rolling.


    Project Wide

    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction is complete except for a few properties.
      • Due to the colder temperatures approaching and availability of plantings, the City will need to revisit what is still needed in the spring. Please contact Nina if there are remaining items at your property if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


  • Construction Update - 10/27/2023

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    Project Wide

    • Retaining wall installations are complete.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction is complete except for a few properties.
      • Due to the colder temperatures approaching and availability of plantings, the City may need to revisit with what is still needed in the spring. Please contact Nina if there are remaining items at your property if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • The intersections are scheduled to be milled and paved with the final layer of asphalt on 11/3.
    • The final layer of asphalt is scheduled to be completed 11/7.
      • Check your front door for parking and driveway access.
      • The asphalt can be driven on following final compaction rolling.


  • Construction Update - 10/20/2023

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    Project Wide

    • Retaining wall installations at select locations resumed, and will be completed the week of 10/23.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction are ongoing.
    • Irrigation repairs are nearly complete. Please contact Nina if there are remaining issues with your system if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • The final layer of asphalt is tentatively scheduled for early November.


  • Construction Update - 10/13/2023

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    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • The final layer of asphalt is tentatively scheduled for the end of October.


    Project Wide

    • Retaining wall installations at select locations are tentatively scheduled the week of 10/16.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction are ongoing.
    • Irrigation repairs are nearly complete. Please contact Nina if there are remaining issues with your system if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


  • Assessment and Construction Update - 10/6/2023

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    Assessment Update

    On Tuesday, October 3, the City Council tabled the special assessments until October 2024. No payments will be due until October 2024.


    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • Topsoil, seeding and hydro mulching is complete. Touch ups due to rain / erosion are scheduled for the week of 10/2 and may continue into the week of 10/9.
    • The final layer of asphalt is tentatively scheduled for the end of October.


    Project Wide

    • Retaining wall installations at select locations will continue the week of 10/9.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction are scheduled to continue the week of 10/9.
    • Signs were installed.
    • Irrigation repairs are nearly complete. Please contact Nina if there are remaining issues with your system if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.
  • Construction Update - 9/29/2023

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    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • Topsoil, seeding and hydro mulching is complete. Touch ups due to rain / erosion are scheduled for the week of 10/2.
    • The final layer of asphalt is tentatively scheduled for the end of October.


    Project Wide

    • Retaining wall installations at select locations will continue the week of 10/2.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction are scheduled to continue the week of 10/2.
    • Signs will be installed starting the week 10/2.
    • Irrigation repairs are nearly complete. Please contact Nina if there are remaining issues with your system if you have not already done so.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


  • Growing Green Grass

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    The turf contractor has applied topsoil, seed and fertilizer to disturbed areas. Tips to help grass grow can be found in this video and briefly summarized below.

    • Water - While the contractor is responsible to establish the turf for 90 days, your assistance during this period will help establish the turf more quickly. It is just as important to not over-water the new seed as it is to water the seed. The mulch bed should be moist but not over watered. Continue to water even after grass looks established.
      • The University of Minnesota suggests watering 2-3 times per day, 10-15 minutes per time. for a total of 1” of water weekly, the first three weeks. Followed by every other day watering for a total of 1” of water weekly the following three weeks.
    • Fertilize - A commercial fertilizer is applied with the hydroseed. Additional fertilizer and herbicides are not recommended during the initial year of seeding as they can have damaging effects on grass sprouts.
    • Mowing - Do not mow new grass until it is 6" high. When grass reaches this height, mow at the highest setting. Cut with this setting for the first few months, even after grass looks established. Do not collect clippings as they help feed the soil while grass develops. Please pass along the mowing recommendations to your lawn care service if you have one.
    • Weeding - The contractor is responsible for establishing turf free of weeds. During the initial establishment period, weeding is the responsibility of the contractor, not the residents.
    • Preventing Future Weeds - Weeds will likely appear with new grass. Properly watered, mowed and fertilized grass will prevent weeds from gaining a stronghold.


    Turf establishment takes time. The City will continue to review the turf in the project area next spring to ensure proper growth.

  • Construction Update - 9/22/2023

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    Morningside Road, Grimes Avenue between Morningside Rd and W. 44th St, W 42nd St

    • Topsoil installation is complete.
    • Seeding and hydro mulching is complete.
    • The final layer of asphalt is tentatively scheduled for the end of October.


    Project Wide

    • Retaining wall installations at select locations will continue the week of 9/25.
    • Replacement of landscaping items impacted by construction are scheduled to continue the week of 9/25.
    • Irrigation repairs are nearly complete. Please contact Nina if there are remaining issues with your system if you have not already done so.
    • New topsoil, seed, and hydro mulch was installed at various locations, and will continue the week of 9/25.
    • The project is nearing completion. Please contact Nina if there are any outstanding work items that need to be addressed at your property.


Page last updated: 20 Dec 2023, 09:59 AM