Public documents obtained via a data practice request by Rich Neumeister (http://www.richneumeister.com) regarding the design of the Greenline stations and lack of public seats. I'm uploading these so the public may view them online.
Public documents obtained via a data practice request by Rich Neumeister (http://www.richneumeister.com) regarding the design of the Greenline stations and lack of public seats. I'm uploading these so the public may view them online.
Public documents obtained via a data practice request by Rich Neumeister (http://www.richneumeister.com) regarding the design of the Greenline stations and lack of public seats. I'm uploading these so the public may view them online.
Subject: Central Corridor LRT Design Review/Prototype Station Attendance:
Metro Transit CCPO DMJM Harris Team Ed Birkholz Harvey J aeger J oe Ebsen Wayne Schafer Kyle Williams A.J . Olson (Police) Fritz Coulter Derek Williamson Bill Wilken Tom Randall Sherri Gingerich Nicholas Eull
Distribution: Attendees J im Alexander, CCPO Rex Brejnik, DMJ M Team Project File 2018 Agenda Review preliminary station design with Maintenance/Ops, Metro Transit Police, and Fare Collection. Meeting Notes 1. H. J aeger gave an introduction of design process and the contributing factors to the development of the preliminary prototypical station design. Lessons learned from Hiawatha line A consistency of station design along the Central Corridor line Ideas generated through a series of design charrettes Integration of art into station design 2. K. Williams gave a presentation of preliminary prototypical station design Review of center and split side platform zones (entry, circulation path, shelter, boarding/unboarding) Split side Configuration requires station identity begins at intersection
On Day 1, two car train will pull to front of platform Ticket Vending located at 1/3 points of platform Ticket validators and Information kiosk located at platform entry Platform is concrete with possible radiant heating. Possible use of waste heat from Excel Energy. Columns are concrete and possible art opportunity Rear platform wall is glass and metal mesh resting atop 18 precast concrete knee wall Canopy is flat roof system of Kalwall panels with internal drainage sloping away from platform edge. The flat roof provides a good opportunity for the incorporation of solar panels to send back power into the electrical grid during the peak electrical summer load . Canopy and shelter pods both have copper fascia Shelter areas are glass and transparent as possible Inner track bioswale is a possible option to mediate water runoff and snow storage Electrical and Communication boxes are located on platform. A small enclosed area for use while working on electronics is provided. 3. Maintenance/Ops Comments Glass wall along the rear platform is a concern, but transparency is necessary. Accidental glass breakage has happened as a result of plowing. Central Corridors alignment is different; plowing should be pushing snow in opposite direction of glass. Weight and size of 3/8 glass panel will require more than one, possibly three, maintenance personnel to replace. The canopy roof system of Kalwall panels and solar panels is acceptable. Rubber membrane roofs are not desirable due to short life cycle and lack of durability. Copper roof is the best solution. Carefully review for ADA compliance; see recent audit No interactive art work should be allowed.
Will canopy have internal drainage sloping away from platform edge. (Yes). Will not have drainage issues found at Lake St station. Heat tracing is desired at all roof drains. Have on indicator light. View of station from above needs to be considered. Top of canopies should be attractive. Concrete platform is highly preferred over a paver system Dark colored concrete is desirable to address the issue of ground in gum and general debris discolorization. If radiant heated platforms are possible, it is highly desirable and will help resolve issue of snow removal and storage Rear 18 knee wall should be panelized for cleaning (joint provides logical stop point for cleaning) and replacement purposes The detectable warning strip should be compatible with Metro Transits developments Best place for trash receptacles are wherever people congregate. Cigarette butts are an issue. Current station design provides adequate shelter Greenscreen is acceptable if maintenance is minimal and maintains aesthetic value Discouraging platform access at non-designated entries with fencing is important 4. Metro Transit Police Comments Construction of shelters need to be transparent as shown 18 knee wall is acceptable Signage directing pedestrian traffic to the station is critical Endorses inner track fencing Trash receptacles need to be open in case of explosion and should not be underneath canopy. However, when open and unsheltered, receptacles fill with water. Issue needs to be resolved.
5. Fare Collection Two validators at each entry are needed at high use areas such as UM, Snelling, 4 th /Cedar. At other locations, rough in for a second. Patrons have suggested validators be located near the top of ramp for ease of use. Have call box near ticket vending Clear demarcation and signage of validators is required Sun glare make validators difficult to read Validators must have audio cues for the visually impaired
Please advise of any errors or significant omission.