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TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING
City Council Chambers, 33 East Broadway Avenue Meridian, Idaho
Monday, April 06, 2026 at 3:30 PM
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ROLL-CALL ATTENDANCE
_____ David Ballard _____ Rebecca Phillips, Ex-Officio – ACHD
_____ Zachary Shoemaker _____ Austin Miller, Ex-Officio – COMPASS
_____ Ryan Lancaster _____ Miranda Carson, Ex-Officio – WASD
_____ Walter Steed _____ Kate Dahl, Ex-Officio – VRT
_____ Tracy Hopkins _____ Justin Price, Ex-Officio – ITD
_____ Stephen Lewis _____ Sgt. Morgan Carter – Police
_____ Jared Smith _____ Tishra Murray – Legal
_____ Tom LeClaire _____ Brian McClure – Community Development
_____ Advik Bansal _____ Craige Bergman – Community Development
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES: 03/02/2026
1. ACTION: Adoption of Minutes: MARCH 2, 2026
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OLD BUSINESS
2. INFORMATION: Staff Transportation Project Tracking
Memorandum from Community Development staff regarding transportation project
status updates. Presenter: Craige Bergman.
3. ACTION: Use of School Flashers During Lunch Periods
Additional discussion and possible action regarding the use of school flashers during
lunch periods. Presenter: Commission Direction
4. ACTION: Woodbridge Neighborhood Area Updates
Staff will update the Commission on transportation related requests and efforts in the
Woodbridge Neighborhood area. Presenter: Brian McClure.
NEW BUSINESS
5. ACTION: Transportation Commission 2025 End of Year Report
Discuss the draft annual report to Council regarding 2025 Transportation Commission
Activities. Presenter: Walter Steed
6. ACTION: Downtown Parking Strategy Committee
Staff will be requesting up to three volunteers to serve on an ad hoc, staff led,
Downtown Parking Committee. Presenter: Caleb Hood.
7. INFORMATION: Ex-Officio Updates
Updates provided by Transportation Commission ex-officio regarding partner
agency and transportation related activities.
8. INFORMATION: Staff Communications
Placeholder for Transportation Commission related communication from Community
Development staff. Presenter: Craige Bergman.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
9. Pine Ave, Black Cat to Ten Mile - Speeding Concerns
10. Union 93 development project on Broadway Ave across from Meridian City Hall.
11. ACHD Master Street Map Changes – Arterial Corridor Preservation (Cherry Lane)
12. East 3rd Street Extension Alignment
13. ACHD Five-Year Plan Update
NEXT MEETING - MAY 04, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: ACTION: Adoption of Minutes: MARCH 2, 2026
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Meeting Minutes
Meridian Transportation Commission
Monday, March 2, 2026
Council Chambers – Meridian City Hall 33 East Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS
☒David Ballard ☐Walter Steed ☒Zach Shoemaker
☒Ryan Lancaster ☒Stephen Lewis ☒Tracy Hopkins
☒Jared Smith ☒Tom LeClaire ☒Advik Bansal
EX-OFFICIO
☒Rebecca Phillips (ACHD) ☒Austin Miller (COMPASS) ☒Miranda Carson (WASD)
☐Kate Dahl (VRT) ☒Justin Price (ITD)
OTHERS PRESENT
☒Sgt. Morgan Carter (Police)
☒ Caleb Hood (Com. Dev.)
☒ Tishra Murray (Legal)
☒ Craige Bergman (Com. Dev.)
☒ Brian McClure (Com. Dev.)
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
An amendment was proposed to update the approval of minutes item, correcting the year from
2025 to 2026
Action: Motion for the adoption of the agenda by Commissioner Hopkins, with second from
Commissioner Ballard
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. Monday, February 2, 2026
Motion to approve by Commissioner Ballard, with second from Commissioner Hopkins.
Action: Approved, all ayes.
OLD BUSINESS ITEMS
2. INFORMATION: Staff Transportation Project Tracking
o Brian McClure stated that the Staff Transportation Projects do not have a significant
update for this month, Commissioners had no follow-up questions.
NEW BUSINESS ITEMS
3. INFORMATION: Use of School Flashers during Lunch Periods
o Craige Bergman provided the Transportation Commission with a brief update from
the previous meeting and introduced ACHD Deputy Director of Projects Dyan Bevins.
Deputy Director Bevins presented an overview of ACHD’s organizational structure
and explained why the topic fell within her area of responsibility. She informed the
commission that the request to use school zone flashers during lunch periods
originated from the City of Meridian Chief of Staff and the West Ada School District.
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Bevins stated that ACHD viewed the request as a reasonable safety measure and
emphasized that the agency takes such requests seriously. She also addressed
commissioners’ concerns related to the ITE Manual, the evaluation process for the
original request, and ACHD policies regarding school zones.
o Miranda Carson provided additional information regarding student driving
behaviors, noting that students are often not focused on pedestrians and may be
distracted by mobile devices while driving. In response, Commissioner David Ballard
questioned how distracted students are able to navigate to lunch or return to
campus if they are focused on their phones. Carson also highlighted the level of
coordination that occurred between the West Ada School District and ACHD under
the direction of the West Ada School District Superintendent.
o Commissioner Lancaster acknowledged that the transportation study referenced
during discussion was conducted more than 20 years ago, before the widespread
use of mobile phones, and suggested that conditions may have changed since that
time. He also shared his perspective that school zones are intended to protect
pedestrians and should not unnecessarily penalize all roadway users because of
unsafe behavior by a minority of drivers. Commissioner Lancaster then introduced a
motion to formalize a recommendation to City Council to terminate the practice of
using school zone flashers at high school campuses during lunch periods.
Commissioner Smith stated he was firmly opposed to the motion, expressing
support for the continued use of flashers as a safety measure. Commissioner
Shoemaker indicated some confusion about whether the concern was the use of the
flashers themselves or the fact that the commission had not been consulted when
the original request was made.
o A vote was held to direct staff to bring the issue forward as an action item at the
next regular Transportation Commission meeting. Commissioner Ballard abstained,
Commissioners Smith and Shoemaker voted against the motion, and Commissioners
Lancaster, LeClaire, Bansal, and Hopkins voted in favor. The motion passed with a
vote of 4–2.
4. ACTION: Temporary Traffic Controls
o Deputy Director Caleb Hood provided the introduction of the topic stating the ACHD
Deputy Director of Projects Diane Bevins would be availab le to answer the
commissions questions regarding ACHD’s practice for Temporary Traffic Controls.
o Deputy Director Bevins provided information on ACHD’s use of temporary traffic
control measures during major roadway construction projects. She explained that
the practice was developed after a previous project where a full intersection closure
led to significant cut through traffic in a nearby neighborhood. ACHD began
proactively identifying potential neighborhood cut through routes near major
arterials and installing temporary stop signs and speed cushions to discourage
drivers from bypassing official detour routes. These measures are intended to make
neighborhood shortcuts less desirable and encourage drivers to follow the
designated detours.
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o Bevins noted that the temporary traffic control devices are typically installed before
construction begins and may be adjusted throughout the project based on feedback
from residents. Temporary stop signs are removed once the roadway reopens.
Speed cushions are generally intended to be temporary as well, though ACHD may
survey nearby residents to determine whether there is sufficient neighborhood
support to keep them in place permanently. She also stated that the cost of these
temporary measures is included as part of the overall construction project budget
and represents a small portion of the total project cost.
o Commissioners discussed the practice and raised several questions and concerns.
Some commissioners noted potential issues with driver confusion when temporary
stop signs are removed and questioned whether the use of additional stop signs
could conflict with traffic control guidance, particularly regarding the use of stop
signs for speed control. Others asked about the criteria used to determine where
devices are installed and about ACHD’s broader traffic calming policies. The
Commission expressed interest in continuing the discussion at a future meeting, and
ACHD staff agreed to provide additional information on the agency’s traffic calming
guidelines.
5. INFORMATION: Stratford to Touchmark Feasibility Study
o City of Meridian Long Range Associate Planner Carl Anderson presented an update
on the Stratford/Touchmark feasibility study. Anderson noted that the study builds
on earlier discussions with the commission in October 2025 and includes a final
white paper and technical memorandum that were recently provided to the
commission. The study’s goals include improving connectivity, reducing pressure on
the arterial network, discouraging neighborhood cut through traffic, and supporting
future economic development and utility extensions for areas currently served by
well and septic systems.
o The consultants evaluated several potential roadway alignments and ultimately
carried forward three primary concepts (C, D, and E) for further analysis. Staff
recommended prioritizing Concept D, which generally follows the alignment
identified in the City’s Comprehensive Plan. Concept D provides the most direct
connection between Central Drive and Wells Street and offers opportunities for
redevelopment. The City has begun coordination with the Ada County Highway
District (ACHD) to request that the preferred collector alignment be added to the
ACHD Master Street Map, with further discussions scheduled with ACHD staff and
commissioners.
o Commissioners discussed the study and offered general feedback but were not
asked to take formal action. Staff also noted that future planning efforts may
examine interchange improvements, access management, and further land use
coordination as redevelopment occurs in the area. The commission expressed
support for improving connectivity in the corridor and acknowledged the
transportation challenges in the area.
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6. INFORMATION: Ex-Officio Updates
o ACHD – Rebecca Phillips introduces herself as the new liaison and provides updates
from ACHD including that ACHD is currently developing its five year plan and is
coordinating with Meridian planning staff on the city’s project priority list, which is
due March 18. She also noted that a public meeting for the Locust Grove concept
study would be held that week at Chief Joseph Elementary and expressed
appreciation for the opportunity to serve as the commission’s liaison moving
forward.
o COMPASS – Austin Miller provided ex-officio updates from COMPASS, noting that
the High Capacity Transit Planning and Environmental Linkages study had recently
been accepted by the COMPASS Board of Directors. He also announced an upcoming
COMPASS education series event featuring a speaker from the Maricopa Association
of Governments in Phoenix, Arizona, who will share lessons learned from major
transportation investments in that region , he encouraged Meridian and ACHD staff
to attend the seminars on March 11th and 12th.
o West Ada School District – No representative present to provide updates.
o VRT – No representative present to provide updates
o ITD – Justin Price reported that there were no major updates at this time.
o Meridian Police Department – No representative present to provide updates
o Meridian Legal – No representative present to provide updates
7. INFORMATION: Staff Communications
o Staff indicated there were no additional items beyond those included in the staff
memo.
FUTURE MEETING TOPICS
8. Pine Ave, Black Cat to Ten Mile – Speeding Concerns
9. Union 93 development project on Broadway Ave across from Meridian City Hall.
10. ACHD Master Street Map Changes – Arterial Corridor Preservation (Cherry Lane)
11. East 3rd Street Extension Alignment
12. ACHD Five-Year Plan Update
13. Woodbridge Neighborhood Requests (cross-walks, traffic calming, gates)
NEXT MEETING - April 6, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
Motion for approval by Commissioner Hopkins with second by Commissioner Ballard to
adjourn.
Action: Approved, all ayes.
(AUDIO RECORDING AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST)
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: INFORMATION: Staff Transportation Project TrackingMemorandum from
Community Development staff regarding transportation project status updates. Presenter:
Craige Bergman.
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MEMORANDUM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
April 1, 2026
TO: Transportation Commission
FROM: Brian McClure, Long-range Planning Supervisor
RE: Staff Transportation Project Tracking
The following project list includes name, description, programming information, and status tracking for
transportation related projects that Community Development staff track.
Community Development 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone 208-884-5533 Fax 208-888-6854 www.meridiancity.org
ACHD Projects
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
2025 Meridian Downtown Pavement and Pedestrian
Design: 2022-2023 | ROW: 2024 | Const: 2025 | Status: Complete
Project Description: Corridor improvement projects to improve select roadways for all users. Project will
improve road surface condition and adjacent ADA ramps on residential streets identified as part of
ACHD’s Pavement Management Program. Project funded through House Bill
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 11/21/2025.
Status Tracking: On 90-day construction bid list for October 2024 with Notice to Proceed (construction) in
January 2025. Pre-construction meeting held 1/8/25. Soft closures began 2/3/25 on NW 4th at Broadway.
Construction Updates, 11/21/2025, for the following segments.
Broadway Ave, E 3rd Street to E 6th Street; COMPLETE.
Cherry Ave, NW 4th Street to Meridian Rd: COMPLETE.
Idaho Ave, W 8th St to Meridian Rd; COMPLETE.
Maple Ave, W 1st Street to Meridian Rd: COMPLETE.
Washington St, NW 7th Street to Meridian Rd: COMPLETE.
E 2nd Street, Idaho Ave to Pine Ave: COMPLETE.
E 4th Street, Broadway Ave to State Ave: COMPLETE.
W 2nd Street, Cherry Ave to Cherry Lane: COMPLETE.
W 3rd Street, Pine Ave to north end; COMPLETE.
NW 4th Street, Broadway Ave to Maple Ave; COMPLETE.
NW 6th Street, Carlton Ave to Washington St; COMPLETE.
- NW 7th Street, McFadden Ave to Washington St; COMPLETE. https://engage.achdidaho.org/2025-
meridian-downtown-pavement-and-pedestrian-improvements
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ACHD, Transportation, Construction
2027 Residential Capital Maintenance
Design: 2023-2024 | ROW: 2025 | Const: 2027 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Corridor improvement projects to improve road surface condition and adjacent ADA
ramps on residential streets identified as part of ACHD’s Pavement Management Program. Project
funded through House Bill 312. *Project may include curb and sidewalk access.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/12/2026.
Status Tracking: Project team meeting (95% Design) held April 12th. Project has a notice to proceed per
ACHD transmittal. Only update the City has received otherwise, was Chris Dayley reaching to inquire on
interagency agreement. Caleb asked Kim to chime in if Parks wanted any upgrades.
10/24/25, updated project name to reflect year change. Working to verify specific projects. 12/24/2025, no
updates. 03/12/2026, streets finally confirmed.
Rose Circle / 1st St
S Country Terrace Way
Blossom Pl / McGlinchey Ave
Interlachen Ct
S Laurel Ct
E Tobago Ct
S Larkspur Ct
N Lilac St
S Lavender Ct
W Sugar Creek Ct
Lawndale Dr
S Francine Pl
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
3rd Street, Franklin to Carlton/Broadway
Design: 2025-2026 | ROW: 2027 | Const: TBD | Status: Pending
Project Description: Community improvement project which includes constructing enhanced bike and
pedestrian facilities and upgraded ADA ramps. Project includes an improved Union Pacific Railroad
(UPRR) crossing.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
Status Tracking: 3rd St design will begin in FY26 and 2 ½ St design will happen once ACHD has a better
idea of when Cole Valley will be vacated. Parks is a key participant.
4/1/2026 - Design is scheduled for 2028, ROW in 2029 and Construction in 2030 in the most recent
FYP.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
ACHD Microseal Downtown
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
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ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Amity Rd, Meridian Rd to Locust Grove Rd
Design: TBD | ROW: TBD | Const: TBD | Status: Pending
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening the roadway to five (5) lanes
(2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets where appropriate) & constructing
enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the roadway
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/9/2026.
Status Tracking: Project delayed with all work paused. Was part of Locust Grove and Amity
intersection that was also cancelled. 03/09/2026, no updates.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/amity-road-and-locust-grove-road-intersection
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Black Cat and McMillan
Design: 2023 | ROW: 2028 | Const: 2029 | Status: In-process
Project Description: Intersection improvement project which includes constructing a multi-lane roundabout
with two (2) lanes for the northbound/southbound legs and one (1) lane for the eastbound / westbound
legs as per the 2020 Capital Improvement Plan.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
Status Tracking: Ultimate RAB scrapped for the time being. ACHD is designing an interim signal for
the intersection of Black Cat / McMillian. It will be constructed with the Ustick, Black Cat to Ten Mile
project. The intersection will function as a 2x2 signalized intersection in the interim until the future
RAB project. Interim signal was installed the end of December. Also, more to come on conversations
between Lennar and ACHD on donating funds to complete full project in FY2028. Hether assisting to
figure out what an interim treatment could look like and cost. Developer co-op project to build dual-
lane RAB in 2028 approved by ACHD in July 2025.
12/30/2025 - Intersection is tracking with the Ustick, Black Cat to Ten Mile project; see that project for
detailed information.
4/1/2026- No update; see above.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/mcmillan-and-black-cat-intersection
ACHD, Transportation, Planning
Black Cat Road and RR Crossing
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Pending
Project Description: Upgrade the railroad crossing on Black Cat Rd. N/O Franklin Rd to remove the stop
signs and install safety lights and gates. Project includes filling a sidewalk connection on the east side of
the roadway. Project supplemented with Federal-Aid Funding. (FYP 2026-2030)
Staff Contact: Craige Bergman
Last Status Review: 3/9/2026.
Status Tracking: A lot of back and forth between Kelly Bruner (ACHD) and myself and then looping in
Dave (who then talks to Council and Mayor). As of 7/14, Kelly is going to talk with the Planning group
to find out what the design and construction timeline would look like if the City were to participate in
the project financially. 10/22/2025, this is part of ACHD’s new FYP for the RRING only.
Also, we received the following form ACHD. The $650K estimate is for a permanent crossing,
including lights and gates and filling in a sidewalk connection on the east side of Black Cat. The
estimate includes design costs (roughly $50-60K). Currently listed in the FYP as a 2026 design with
construction slated to occur in 2027. No ROW year listed. Total project cost $720,000.
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03/09/2026 - Site diagnostic meeting with Union Pacific scheduled for April 14th. Formal meeting to
review the project and the signal pole placement plan sheet.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Cloverdale, Victory to Overland
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description: Design work for future widening.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Downtown Microseal Project (2024)
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Planning
Downtown Neighborhood Plan
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Eagle / Lake Hazel Intersection
Design: 2022 | ROW: 2023 | Const: 2025 | Status: Complete
Project Description: Intersection improvement project which includes signalizing the intersection, widening
the north, east, and west legs to five (5) lanes, the south leg to three (3) lanes as per the 2020 Capital
Improvement Plan (CIP).
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 11/21/2025.
Status Tracking: The intersection of Eagle and Lake Hazel was opened for east-west traffic on July 1.
Northbound Eagle Road to remain closed. NW Wall beginning July 28th.
Construction status as of 10/17/2025:
- Concrete fence being placed
- Finishing up concrete https://engage.achdidaho.org/lake-hazel-and-eagle-intersection ACHD,
Transportation, Construction
Eagle Road, Amity to Lake Hazel
Design: 2023 | ROW: 2024 | Const: 2025 | Status: Active Construction
Project Description: Widen Eagle Road from Lake Hazel Road to Amity Road to two lanes in each
direction with a center turn lane and center medians to calm traffic. Construct a multi-lane roundabout at
the intersection of Eagle Road and Taconic Drive. Add a multi-use pathway on each side of Eagle Road
and at the Lake Hazel intersection for bicyclists and pedestrians .
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Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/31/2026.
Status Tracking: Road closure started September 16, 2024. Eagle Road, Amity to Lake Hazel
remains closed. Phase 2 started July 1st. Eagle and Lake Hazel segment (separate project) is
complete and open.
Construction status as of, 03/31/2026
- Installing fence on basins
- Topsoil and irrigation being installed
https://engage.achdidaho.org/eagle-road-lake-hazel-road-to-amity-road
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Eagle Road, Amity to Victory & RAB
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Fairview, Jericho Road to Eagle & Locust Grove/Fairview Signal
Design: 2024 | ROW: N/A | Const: 2029 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening the roadway to seven (7)
lanes (3-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets where appropriate) & constructing
enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the roadway.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
Status Tracking: 95% review meeting held on January 21, 2022. Radio silence from ACHD for several
months. This project is ready to go into CN once ACHD identifies funding. Shelf -ready. DSN
Complete. Discussed at SSCC no need for Cost Share due to design of sidewalk and paths and
center median. CN planned for FY28.
12/30/2025 - No status change. Construction planned for FY28 per ACHD website (last updated April
2025).
4/1/2026 - No update/status change.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/fairview-avenue-jericho-road-to-eagle-road
ACHD, Transportation, Planning
Five Year Plan
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: On-going
Project Description: Yearly participation in the ACHD FYP process. Current adopted FYP is available at:
https://www.achdidaho.org/projects/achd-plans/integrated-five-year-work-plan
Staff Contact: Craige Bergman
Last Status Review: 3/12/2026.
Status Tracking: FYP 26-30 has been adopted. The FYP 27-31 is underway. The TC has made a
recommendation to Council, and Council has met once and scheduled to discuss further. Council
discussed again on March 3 and provided staff direction on a letter to be sent by the Mayor.
https://www.achdidaho.org/projects/achd-plans/integrated-five-year-work-plan
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ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Franklin, McDermott to Black Cat
Design: 2024-2025 | ROW: 2025-2026 | Const: 2026-2027 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes realigning/widening the roadway to five
(5) lanes (2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets wher e appropriate) &
constructing enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/30/2026.
Status Tracking: 95% design plan-in-hand completed August 28th. Design in FY24-25, Right of Way in
FY28-29, notice to proceed scheduled for future. Posted speed to be 35 MPH but no design elements
contemplated to support. 1/30/2025, no updates.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/franklin-road-mcdermott-road-to-black-cat-road
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
FY21 Residential Captital Maintenance ACHD
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
FY22 Arterial & Collector Capital Maintenance
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Lake Hazel, Eagle to Cloverdale
Design: 2022-2023 | ROW: 2024 | Const: 2027 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening the roadway to five (5) lanes
(2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets where appropriate) & constructing
enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of roadway.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 2/24/2026.
Status Tracking: Project delayed. 02/24/2026, no updates.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/lake_hazel_eagle_cloverdale
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Linder Road + Overpass, Franklin to Overland Design
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description: Design of intersection improvements at Overland, bridge over I-84 and roadway
widening up to Franklin. Construction has multiple funding sources - City, up to $2.5M; ITD and ACHD.
Construction is split over two years: 25/26. Parks is partnering on art and landscaping.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/15/2025.
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Status Tracking: Design is complete, however, we are still paying Keller (via ACHD) to maintain the PSE.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-overpass-franklin-road-to-overland-road
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Linder Road and Kodiak Drive PHB
Design: 2025 | ROW: NA | Const: 2025 | Status: Complete
Project Description: Community improvement project which includes the installation of a pedestrian
crossing across Linder Rd at Kodiak Dr. *Rapid Project Implementation project (RPI)
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 10/24/2025.
Status Tracking: Project Complete. Will closeout next update.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Linder Road, Overland to Franklin (Includes Overpass of I-84)
Design: 2022-2024 | ROW: 2024-2025 | Const: 2026-2027 | Status: Active Construction
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening from two (2) to five (5) lanes
and constructing enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the roadway as per the adopted
Bike Master Plan and the 2020 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
Status Tracking: The City has been awarded $4.3M from ITD towards completion of this project. The
City and ACHD have entered into an agreement to spend the Strategic Initiative Funds in 2025.
Phase 1 in construction March 2025. Should be complete later in the year. Cost is estimated at $3M.
Reid Selmer is no long PM (as of 6/12/2025) not sure who is taking over at ACHD. As of 8/2025
Michelle White is ACHD PM. Task Force meeting scheduled for October 2025, might be last one.
Michele provided status update 9/11: • Phase One Status: Phase one is nearing completion.
The primary remaining task is the relocation of utilities to a new power pole, which must occur before
the new signal pole can be set. This step is currently slightly delaying the opening of the intersection.
Our construction team will notify me once they receive a confirmed relocation schedule from the utility
providers.
• Phase One Substantial Completion: W e anticipate achieving substantial completion of phase one
well prior to the end of CY2025.
• Phase Two Timeline: At this time, there are no changes to the phase two schedule. NTP is
expected on June 1, 2026, with substantial completion anticipated by the end of November 2027.
• ITD Bridge Portion: The ITD bridge component is integrated into the phase two timeline and is
planned to proceed accordingly. We will be working with ITD on Interagency agreement soon for the
administration and inspection of construction of the Bridge portion. I don’t have a timeline just yet of
when the bridge portion will be scheduled but will update you when I know more.
12/30/2025 - Phase 1 is largely complete. Phase II, overpass and widening up to Franklin, should
begin later in 2026.
4/1/2026 - Phase two of the project is currently out to bid, closes on April 15th. At this time, there are
no changes to the phase two schedule. NTP is expected in June 2026, with substantial completion
anticipated by the end of November 2027.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-overpass-franklin-road-to-overland-road
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ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Linder Road, Overland to Franklin DESIGN
Design: 2022-2024 | ROW: 2024-2025 | Const: 2026-2027 | Status: Complete
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening from two (2) to five (5) lanes
and constructing enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the r oadway as per the adopted
Bike Master Plan and the 2020 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 9/30/2025.
Status Tracking: Council wants all the aesthetic bells and whistles; consider boulders on the slope.
City not interested in trailhead due to space limitations. Phase 2 is anticipated for CN in late 2025.
Who is ACHD PM? As of 8/2025 Michelle White is ACHD PM. Phase 2 is still on track for CN in
FY26/27. Design is complete; see Linder, Overland to Franklin project for more current information.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-overpass-franklin-road-to-overland-road
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Linder Road, Pine Ave to Ustick Rd Concept Study
Design: TBD | ROW: TBD | Const: TBD | Status: Complete
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening the roadway to either three (3)
or five (5) lanes & constructing enhanced pedestrian and b ike facilities on both sides of the roadway as
per the adopted Bike Master Plan, Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 9/25/2024.
Status Tracking: Transportation Commission update to be on 12/4/2023, and City Council on
12/5/2023, before public outreach begins. The ACHD adopted Concept #2 at a public hearing on
9/25.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/linder-road-pine-avenue-to-ustick-road
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Locust Grove & Amity
Design: TBD | ROW: TBD | Const: TBD | Status: Complete
Project Description: Intersection improvement project which includes constructing a multi-lane roundabout
one (1) lane for the northbound and southbound legs and two (2) lanes for the westbound and eastbound
legs, as per the adopted 2020 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 11/18/2024.
Status Tracking: Construction was scrapped during concept design. https://engage.achdidaho.org/amity-
road-and-locust-grove-road-intersection
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Locust Grove and Palermo Pedestrian Crossing
Design: 2022-2023 | ROW: 2024 | Const: 2027 | Status: In-process
Project Description: Pedestrian crossing at Palermo and Locust Grove. Originally a community request as
part of ACHD IFYWP outreach, added by ACHD to the City’s priorities list.
Staff Contact: Craige Bergman
Last Status Review: 3/9/2026.
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Status Tracking: 3/9/2026, received construction documents for review. Project appears to have been
moved from 2027 to 4/6/2026, to be completed by 5/15/2026.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Locust Grove Road, Bridge #1207
Design: 2022-2023 | ROW: 2027 | Const: 2028 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Bridge improvement project to remove and replace bridge #1207 over Ten Mile Creek
as part of ACHD’s Bridge Maintenance Program.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 2/24/2026.
Status Tracking: Design completed; wont begin construction until FY27. New bridge is going to be 3
lanes, not 5 despite opportunities for future ROW expansion (11/18/24). 02/24/2026, TC and Council
have both discussed the bridge being inadequate for future preservation.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Locust Grove, Fairview to Ustick Concept Study
Design: TBD | ROW: TBD | Const: 2030 | Status: In-process
Project Description: Ada County Highway District (ACHD) is seeking consultant services for the concept
design of the Locust Grove Rd, Fairview Ave to Ustick Rd corridor improvement project. The project aims
to widen the roadway from 3 to 4/5-lanes with enhanced bike and pedestrian facilities and crossing
opportunities while seeking to limit property and business impacts through a robust public outreach. This
project was identified by the City of Meridian as their #2 priority.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 2/5/2026.
Status Tracking: Project kick-off meeting scheduled for June 24th. Elie Kawmy is the ACHD PM.
Concept report by Parametrix review complete on 8/15/2025.
12/30/2025 - ACHD held a public survey early fall. 2 concepts were prepared by Parametrix, one a 4 -
lane road and one 5-lane. Warrants were not met for a full signal between Chateau and Ustick. A
project team meeting should be forthcoming to further refine before going to the public.
Feb 2026 - ACHD is working with consultants, Parametrix, to develop 2 concepts to be shared during
upcoming PIM. ACHD reached-out to ask if City would like to partner on street trees (buffer and/or
center medians). TBD.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Locust Grove, Victory RAB to Overland
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Planning
Master Street Map Revisions
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: On-going
Project Description: Provide regular feedback to ACHD regarding the Master Street Map.
Staff Contact: Craige Bergman
Last Status Review: 3/9/2026.
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Status Tracking: 03/09/2026 - Master Street Map Amendment was brought to ACHD commission for
Stratford Touchmark. Carl Anderson presented the project, next step is to take the feedback and get
the amendment on the Consent Agenda.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
MIPS - Locust Grove and Pine Visibility
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Explore pushing the fence back on the NW corner of Locust Grove and Pine to
increase east-bound visibility, and especially SE bound traffic (turning right). ACHD will not accept
additional right-of-way but will accept an easement. City must acquire and provide a legal description
since the fence is within technical sight-vision-triangle setbacks.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/31/2026.
Status Tracking: Two initial concepts created that preserve property owners shed in the existing
location. In meeting with the property owner, they have indicated that they also want the complete
replacement of their dilapidated fence, upgraded posts, and bollards or other protective elements.
They also want a property boundary adjustment with the adjacent property owner where their fence
encroaches on their property. Updated, 1/13/2026, City staff have received cost estimates for a
variety of improvements with the Mayor ’s Office now leading discussion with the property owner.
Update, 3/31/2026. This project is on hold. The property owner does not want to engage at this time
and may follow-up in the future.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
MIPS - Meridian and Victory Sidewalk Gap
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: On-going
Project Description: Complete sidewalk gap on NW corner of Meridian and Victory Roads, between the
existing “ramps” (ADA domes) and nearest adjacent sidewalk.
Staff Contact: Craige Bergman
Last Status Review: 3/31/2026.
Status Tracking: Originally identified for MIPS funding, ACHD has agreed (per Matt Degen) to take
this on, and has committed to completing before end of summer, 2026.
• 03/31/2026 - No new updates.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Star Road Bridge #1092
Design: 2024-2025 | ROW: 2027 | Const: 2028 | Status: Pending
Project Description: Bridge improvement project to remove and replace bridge #1092 over the Middle Tap
Sublateral as part of ACHD’s Bridge Maintenance Program.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/12/2026.
Status Tracking: Project is at 95% with plan in hand site meeting on 5/7/25. This is the last of several
bridges to allow for Star Road widening to 5-lanes in the future. Construction year is 2028.
03/12/2026, no updates.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Star Road Bridges (Five Mile Creek and laterals)
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
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Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking: See, Star Road Bridge #1092
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Stoddard Road Pedestrian Improvements
Design: 2023 | ROW: 2026 | Const: 2027 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes reconstructing/widening to three (3)
lanes and constructing enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the roadway, upgraded
ADA ramps, and street lights as per the adopted Bike Master Plan.
Staff Contact: Kimberly Warren
Last Status Review: 12/30/2025.
Status Tracking: 01/08/2026, no change to project schedule since 10/22/2025.
10/22/2025, project advanced in ACHD FYP for construction in 2027.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Ten Mile / Victory
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Ten Mile, Amity to Victory
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Ustick Rd, Phyllis Canal / Owyhee Storm Ave - Joint with City of Nampa
Design: 2025 | ROW: | Const: 2026 | Status: Active Construction
Project Description: Widen the roadway to five (5) lanes (2-thru lanes in each direction with center
medians and turn pockets where appropriate) per the adopted North Meridian Neighborhood Plan and the
Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). Project includes adding multi-use pathways on both sides of the
roadway. Project being done jointly with Canyon County. DSN - 2025; CN - 2026.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 2/5/2026.
Status Tracking: In construction.
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Ustick, Linder to Ten Mile
Design: 2022-2023 | ROW: 2025 | Const: 2026 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: Corridor Improvement project which includes widening the roadway to five (5) lanes
(2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets where appropriate) & constructing
enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the roadway
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
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Last Status Review: 2/20/2026.
Status Tracking: Shelf ready. Cost share complete with ACHD doing design of landscape elements.
26-30 FYP CN in 2026. 8/29/2025, on 90-day Construction Bid List.
In late October, construction will start. Work is expected to be complete in late 2026. (postcard
received 10/15/25)
12/30/25 - Ustick Road closure started December 1st.
Message boards, traffic calming throughout the adjacent neighborhoods, etc. have been installe d.
Roadway milling/removal is complete for a portion of Ustick.
Contractor is staging and preparing for the dewatering operation of Five Mile Creek.
City of Meridian sewer bypass and CIPP lining installation started this week.
Clearing and grubbing work is ongoing.
Project should be complete late 2026.
2/20/2026 - Contractor has completed setting the bypass pipe down Five Mile Creek. Contactor
continues excavating/backfilling from the east for the retaining wall along Five Mile Creek. Contractor
continues setting baskets for the bottom lift(s) of the retaining wall. Work on the City of Meridian
sewer install and bypass at Glennfield Way and Ustick continues. Utility relocations are ongoing.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick_ten_mile_linder
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Ustick, McDermott to Black Cat
Design: 2024-2025 | ROW: 2026 | Const: 2027 | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: ACHD is designing improvements for Ustick Road, McDermott Road to Black Cat
Road and the Ustick Road and McDermott Road intersection. The purpose of this project is to improve
traffic flow and increase safety for all users. Corridor improvement includes widening the roadway to five
(5) lanes (2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets where appropriate) &
constructing enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the roadway.
Feb 2026 - When ACHD presented the project in June 2024, the Ustick Road and Owyhee Storm Avenue
intersection was included. It has since been removed as the City of Nampa received a grant to fund the
intersection, allowing them to fast-track construction. This change also helps coordinate the intersection
project with the ongoing Highway 16 expansion.
Please note that the realigned portion of McDermott Road is now called N McDermott Bypass.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 2/5/2026.
Status Tracking: Cost share was sent to ACHD PM in early April. Coordinating on center median LS
design, fiber and street lights also requested. 75% plan review meeting held in March. 99% expected
in December 2025. Need to have LS design done by then. Mike is coordinating with Seth on median
design and CS application. CS received back from ACHD on 8/18/2025, sent to Mike and Emily for
review. Needs to go to Council next (CH). Discuss at 9/15 SSCC meeting.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick-road-mcdermott-road-black-cat-road
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Ustick, Ten Mile to Black Cat
Design: 2022-2023 | ROW: 2024 | Const: 2025 | Status: Active Construction
Project Description: Corridor improvement project which includes widening the roadway to five (5) lanes
(2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn pockets where appropriate) &, signalizing the
intersection at Naomi Ave, and constructing enhanced pedestrian.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
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Status Tracking: Pre-construction meeting is October 24th. Notice to Proceed was issued November
11 th. Contractor has started implementing traffic control on the project and throughout the southern
neighborhoods. Black Cat Road is closed north of Ustick Road. Black Cat Road is open south of
Ustick Road. Aspenstone Street is closed at Black Cat. Ustick remains open; traffic has been shifted
onto the temporary asphalt on the south side of Ustick – one lane in each direction; irrigation and
seepage bed installation is ongoing; roadway and sidewalk demo and pr ep are ongoing on the north
side of Ustick. Parks entering into a CS for landscaping.
Eightmile irrigation concrete irrigation splitter box placements completed this week. Waiting on lids;
utility relocations are complete; temporary precast sections have been set; irrigation work, apart from
Ninemile, is nearly complete in preparation for the City’s sewer bypass; Rutledge has been sleeved
for sewer line install.
- (8/25) Black Cat Road is open north of Ustick Road.
- Black Cat Road is closed south of Ustick Road.
- Naomi is closed on the south side to Ustick Road.
- Ustick remains open:
- Traffic has been shifted onto new pavement on the north side of Ustick – one lane in each direction
remains open.
- Irrigation and seepage bed installation is nearly complete – waiting for south Black Cat access to
finish
- Eightmile irrigation:
- Irrigation is complete for the season.
- Irrigation work, apart from Ninemile, is nearly complete in preparation for the City ’s sewer bypass.
- Rutledge has been sleeved for sewer line install.
- Curb and gutter and sidewalk placements ongoing on the north/south side of Ustick.
- Contractor is focusing on the Naomi intersection. School has been notified that the intersection will
not be open by the start of School. Targeting the end of August or early September for reopening.
- Seepage bed install at Naomi is complete.
- Prepping for curb gutter sidewalk for placements this week.
- Asphalt paving portions of the north side of Ustick complete (bottom lift only).
- City of Meridian sewer line install continues near Black Cat, on the south side of Ustick.
12/30/2025 - Eightmile and Ninemile irrigation work is ongoing at both Eightmile and Ninemile. Work
is nearly complete.
Eightmile has been backfilled.
Curb, gutter and sidewalk placements ongoing on the south side of Ustick.
Patterned concrete median islands are being placed east of Black Cat.
Asphalt paving portions of the north and south side of Ustick complete.
City of Meridian sewer and water line installation complete.
Concrete paving south side of Ustick and Black Cat intersection is nearly complete. After the irrigation
work and water/sewer tie-in is complete, concrete paving of S. Black Cat will resume – weather
permitting.
4/1/2026 - Black Cat remains closed south of Ustick Rd
Concrete paving section and sidewalk placements remain.
City of Meridian sewer and water line installation is complete.
Water Control Vault commissioning work is ongoing.
Underground electrical work and signal pole bases are complete. Electrical contr actor is working on
the wiring in the signal cabinets.
Final remaining sections of concrete median islands, curb and gutter/sidewalk, along the eastern
portion of Ustick, will continue as weather allows.
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Concrete sidewalk placements on South Black Cat started again this week.
Concrete pavement on the south leg of Black Cat is scheduled to be placed next week.
Project should be substantially complete later in Spring 2026.
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick_black_cat_ten_mile
ACHD, Transportation, Construction
Wells Street Bridge #1224
Design: 2024-2025 | ROW: 2026 | Const: 2029 | Status: Pending
Project Description: Bridge improvement project to remove and replace bridge #1224 over Fivemile Creek
as part of ACHD’s Bridge Maintenance Program.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 2/24/2026.
Status Tracking: Project is at 95% with plan in hand site meeting on 5/7/25. Construction year is
2029. No additional updates as of 7/15/2025. 02/24/2026, no updates.
ACHD/ITD, Transportation, Planning
Ustick, Black Cat to Owyhee Storm to SH-16
Design: 2024-2025 | ROW: 2026 | Const: 2027 | Status: Complete
Project Description: Concept Study. Work by Nampa not ACHD Corridor improvement project which
includes widening the roadway to five (5) lanes (2-thru lanes in each direction, center median and turn
pockets where appropriate) & constructing enhanced pedestrian and bike facilities on both sides of the
roadway.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 7/25/2025.
Status Tracking: Design complete
https://engage.achdidaho.org/ustick-road-owyhee-storm-avenue-to-black-cat-road
COMPASS PROJECTS
COMPASS, Transportation, Planning
Coordinated Waterway-Pathway Plan
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: In-process
Project Description: Original request to COMPASS to help smaller agencies to create a toolkit so smaller
cities knew how to work with irrigation districts and not step on their toes (i.e. ruin things for everyone
else). Since then, the project has had significant scope creep.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/12/2026.
Status Tracking: This project is on the slow burner with junior COMPASS staff. 03/12/2026, initial
work has been shared with the COMPASS Board. The effort is on-going.
COMPASS, Transportation, Planning
Nine Mile Creek (Rail with Trail)
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Design / ROW
Project Description: The current (funded) project phase will run from NW 3rd Street along the Ninemile
Creek as far as approximately 8th Street.
Staff Contact: Kimberly Warren
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Last Status Review: 10/24/2025.
Status Tracking: The current project phase will run from NW 3rd Street along the Ninemile Creek as
far as NW 8th Street. Plans are currently at 100% PS&E, with funds obligated (10/24/2025). Project
construction is scheduled for 26/27. A future City project (not yet funded) proposes to extend the Rail
With Trail Pathway west as far as Linder Road. A future City project (not yet funded) proposes to
extend the Rail With Trail Pathway west as far as Linder Road.
COMPASS, Transportation, Planning
SH-16, South Ada & Canyon County Connectivity Study
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: In-process
Project Description: At the request of Nampa through the Project Development Program, COMPASS is
leading a study with ITD and other regional agencies to formally study a SH -16 extension south of
Interstate-84. This planning-level study will evaluate corridor needs, identify feasible roadway cross -
sections, and define the scope of future design and construction improvements necessary to
accommodate anticipated growth and regional mobility demands. The outcome will provide a clear path
toward project readiness and future funding opportunities for corridor improvements that enhance safety,
connectivity, and multimodal access between Ada and Canyon Counties.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/12/2026.
Status Tracking: The first meeting for the workgroup is on December 8th and includes COMPASS,
ITD, Ada County, Canyon County, Nampa, Meridian, Kuna, and Boise. Kittleson and Jacobs are both
participating in the work. Boise is presumably invited as SH-16 would eventually connect with
highway like preservation efforts by ACHD on Kuna Mora Road. The second meeting on 2/26
continues to refine concepts. Traffic modeling indicating heavy north/south trips in all avenues, but
particularly with a SH-16 grade separated extension. However, most of these north/south trips do not
make it to Kuna-Mora in the current forecast timeline, instead getting off earlier like at Lake Hazel.
The next step is to model additional population build for high growth scenarios, including possible
land use changes that would be expected with a new highway. Most of SW Meridian is not in the
current 2055 regional population control total, same for SE Nampa, and so those are going to be
better considered as well.
COMPASS, Transportation, Planning
SH-55 (Eagle Road) Pathway, Franklin to Pine (KN20542)
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description: Study work that was intended to lead into construction.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking: Project construction has been cancelled without ROW, willing property owners, or a
project manager.
ITD PROJECTS
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ITD, Transportation, Planning
I-84 Eastbound Auxiliary Lane
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Pending
Project Description: This project will add a second on-ramp lane eastbound at Meridian Interchange, an
auxiliary (fifth) lane between Meridian Interchange to Eagle Interchange, and a second southbound off -
ramp lane at Eagle Interchange.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 2/24/2026.
Status Tracking: A virtual public open house was held February 13-28, 2024. The Interchange
Modification Report and the NEPA Categorical Exclusion were approved by Federal Highway
Administration on June 24, 2025. Plan Final Design review comments are due by the end of October.
Work continues on purchase of temporary easements, US Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit,
IDEQ Water Quality 401 Permit, and a City of Meridian water and sewer casings installation under a
State-Local Agreement. The current FY 2026 – FY 2032 ITIP shows $14.8 million in construction
funding in the year 2032.
02/26/2026, no updates.
• Final Design complete. Going through PS&E now but must wait for . . .
• Execution of Cooperative Agreement with City of Meridian, reference Dean Stacy, City of
Meridian
• Execution of License Agreement with Nampa Meridian Irrigation District
• Currently funded in FY2032. Waiting for funding amounts from current State Legislature session
before offering any changes to the current construction date
https://itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/i-84-meridian-interchange-to-eagle
ITD, Transportation, Planning
I-84 Mobility Improvement Study
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: In-process
Project Description: This study will determine whether additional auxiliary lanes and other improvements
are needed to smooth merge hesitations, achieve better traffic distribution, and achieve lane balance for
the 11-mile section of Interstate 84 between the Garrity Interchange in Nampa and the I-84/I-184 Wye
Interchange in Boise. Existing traffic counts will be collected, future traffic counts will be developed,
existing conditions will be reviewed along with all previous environmental and operational studies, traffic
will be modeled, an origin-destination study will be conducted, and a phasing plan developed. Collecting
additional traffic counts in May 2025. Building existing condition and future alternative traffic models.
Developing a GIS map of previous environmental reviews and actions.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/9/2026.
Status Tracking: 03/09/2026 no updates.
ITD, Transportation, Construction
SH-16, I-84 to US 20/26
Design: | ROW: | Const: 2025-2027 | Status: Active Construction
Project Description: State Highway 16 Extension from US 20/26 to I-84 with overpasses for Fairview and
McMillan, and access/interchanges at Franklin and Ustick. Originally scoped for phased construction with
at grade crossings at Franklin and Ustick, and a temporary service interchange only at I-84, it will be
completed with no phased opening work.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 2/5/2026.
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Status Tracking: 10/24/2025. City actively trying to encourage coordination between ACHD an d ITD
regarding local access and delayed local improvements to SH-16 extension.
- I-84 System interchange (flyovers) expected to be complete by January 2027. Service interchange
(local connections) already complete.
- Ustick to Chinden completion is Fall 2026. Contract completion date is Fall of 2026. Contractor is
working on the wall abutment at the Ustick Bridge. Concrete paving is complete for the Ustick ramps.
Work continues on the approaches at the US 20/26 and SH 16 Interchange.
- Franklin to Ustick: Contract completion date is Fall 2027. Contractor is working on the Ustick MSE
walls. Main line is being concrete paved from the railroad bridge north to Ustick Road. Ustick girders
are scheduled to be placed in the spring.
Feb 2026 - Quarterly construction update meeting on 2/11/26 at Gem Prep Meridian North, 4:30-6:30
pm.
https://itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/sh16corridor
ITD, Transportation, Construction
SH-20/26 (Chinden) Middleton Road to Star Road
Design: | ROW: 2025 | Const: 2029-2031 | Status: Pending
Project Description: Final design for east and west sections was completed in September and October
2023, respectively. Right of Way acquisition continues through 2025. Value Planning Sess ion on
constructability/staging expected in summer 2025. PS&E is scheduled for late 2025 for both the east (Key
No. 24310) and west (Key No. 24309) packages. Construction is currently programmed for 2029/2031
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 2/5/2026.
Status Tracking: Feb 2026 - RAISE grant letter of support sent to ITD/DOT endorsing Middleton to
Star segment construction funding.
ITD, Transportation, Planning
SH-20/26 (Chinden) West Corridor
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Pending
Project Description: This project will result in 4 travel lanes (two in each direction). Widening will take
place to the south of the existing alignment and be constructed to accommodate future widening to 6
travel lanes (three in each direction) with high-capacity intersections at roads with river crossings.
Feb 2026 - RAISE grant letter of support sent to ITD/DOT endorsing Middleton to Star segment
construction funding.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 2/5/2026.
Status Tracking:
https://itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/chindenwest
ITD, Transportation, Construction
SH-20/26 (Chinden), by WinCo, Linder and Chinden
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Troy Thrall
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
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ITD, Transportation, Planning
SH-55 (Eagle Road) Speed Limits
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: In-process
Project Description: This proposed Safety Corridor Pilot involves adding extra safety signage,
implementing a variable speed limit zone during peak congestion times, and eliminating un -signalized left-
turn access at the following locations:
Northbound left-in Baldcypress Street
Southbound U-turn near Ustick Road
Northbound left-in at Lanark Street
Southbound left-in at Meadowdale Street southbound
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
Status Tracking: Open houses held 8/28/2024 and 8/29/2024. 8/07/2025, Micr oseal (microsurfacing)
to being soon; this will be night work only. Median closures will take place at the same time. Variable
speed limit signs planned for October/November 2025 to get the equipment. Setup and testing will be
later, after outreach effort.
10/30/25 - Left turns were restricted at 3 locations along the corridor in mid-August. Later this year,
ITD will also install variable speed limit signs between Franklin Road and Chinden Boulevard. These
signs will reduce speed limits to 45 mph during peak congestion. Additional improvements will include
speed feedback signs and signs warning of stopped traffic at key locations.
12/30/25 - Variable speed limits and speed feedback signs will be activated in early 2026.
4/1/26 - Some of the speed feedback signs are active, but the variable speed limits are not yet
operational.
https://itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/eagle-road-safety-corridor
ITD, Transportation, Planning
SH-69 (Meridian) Corridor Traffic Study and STARS Agreement
Design: 2021-2025 | ROW: TBD | Const: TBD | Status: In-process
Project Description: ITD has been concurrently developing a corridor study and also working to approve a
STARS agreement to implement a portion of the concept. Additionally, the City of Kuna is working on a
PEL/NEPA to expand SH-69 south of Avalon Street / Kuna Road, and restore the “Kuna Curve” to a four
way intersection.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 3/12/2026.
Status Tracking: Virtual public open house held April 7 through April 21, 2025. Following review and
evaluation of public comments. ITD has been presented results of outreach to the Transportation
Commission, City Council, and COMPASS. The STARS agreement will go to the ITD Board later this
year. Last correspondence described that the extent of the STARS project will be SH -69, from Victory
(exclusive, not including the intersection) to Columbia (exclusive, not including the intersection), and
not include Victory to Overland.
12/24/2025, STARS agreement has been gutted and work constrained to generally one -mile and
access/turn lanes. No third lanes planned. No updates on corridor work. 03/12/2026, no updates.
https://itdprojects.idaho.gov/pages/id69corridor
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MDC PROJECTS
MDC, Transportation, Planning
MDC, Downtown Parking Efforts
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: On-going
Project Description: MDC is working on an update to Destination Downtown. Part of this is parking
analysis. The MDC consultant is wrapping-up the Parking Management Strategies & Implementation
Guide.
Staff Contact: Caleb Hood
Last Status Review: 4/1/2026.
Status Tracking: MDC and City Staff met in late January to discuss next steps. In July, MDC has
presented some of their adopted plan and next steps to the City Council. Additional meetings with
Council are scheduled in August and later this year, with more work in determining specific next
steps, if any.
10/27/25 - Council discussed, but no specific action on next steps. Council is receiving more
elements from the DD plan and early 2026 some direction/action is expected.
12/30/2025 - Council plans to further discussions with MDC and the greater downtown stakeholders
in 2026.
4/1/2026 - John Overton and the Mayor will be putting together an Ad-hoc committee. The TC will be
discussing volunteers to participate at an upcoming meeting.
MERIDIAN PROJECTS
Meridian, Transportation, Planning
ACHD Landscape Matrix for Capital Improvement Projects
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking: Provided to ACHD, and uploaded to Teams SSCC.
Meridian, Transportation, Planning
Magic Bridge Subarea Plan. Integration of ISU
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description: Support current planning with ISU, and prep/plan for sub area plan for economic
development and transportation improvements
Staff Contact: Carl Anderson
Last Status Review: 1/28/2026.
Status Tracking: 250721; Kittleson was selected as the consultant to complete the transportation
connection feasibility report. The final scope of work has been negotiated. The contract was drafted
by finance and emailed to the consultant on July 17th. An initial kick-off meeting is scheduled with the
consultant on July 31st. The excepted completion date is still the end of December (potentially early
January). UPDATE 9/4/25: The first three stakeholder meetings are scheduled for the wee k of
September 8th. Logan Simpson has drafted Land Use analysis and are expected to send the first draft
to the City the week of September 8th for review. UPDATE 11/21/2025: The initial draft report has
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been reviewed by City staff and feedback provided bac k to consultant team. Three out of the five
alignment options have been identified. Stakeholder meetings are complete and awaiting launch of
static open house. 12/11/2025: It has been determined that the static open house will not be held
based on the current phase of the project. Future open house/outreach is anticipated when a
preferred option is determined and future steps identified. A tentative date has been set before City
Council on January 27, 2025, during which the Consultant will present the repo rt findings.
1/27/2025: Council received the repot with additional next steps to be considered. 1/30/2029:
Technical corrections are being made to the report by the consultant. Staff are waiting for final
invoices to close out the project. 3/9/2026 The final report with corrections has been received. The
final invoices for the month of December and January were reviewed and approved for payment. This
stage of the project is considered complete. Other work is ongoing including presenting MSM request
to Ada County on 3/4/2026 and continued engagement as needed.
Meridian, Transportation, Construction
Meridian Intersection and Pedestrian Safety Task Force, Implementation
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: In-process
Project Description: Implement the MIPS report.
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 2/24/2026.
Status Tracking: 0/24/2025, the City is exploring options for sidewalk connections from XWALK on the
NW corner of Meridian and Victory. 12/24/2025, ACHD has agreed to take on the Meridian and
Victory pedestrian connection gap in the summer of 2026. Staff are working on estimates for Fence
relocation at Pine and Locust Grove. 02/24/2026, Mayors Office staff are trying to schedule a follow-
up meeting with Pine and Locust Grove owners.
Multiple, Transportation, Construction
Eagle Road pedestrian improvement project, I-84 to Overland
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Hether Hill
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking: This was a MIPS project currently on hold pending additional information on
interchange improvements.
Multiple, Transportation, Construction
Eagle Road pedestrian improvement project, Pine to Franklin
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description: Public Works initiated with Compass. Lighting and sidewalks.
Staff Contact: Mike Barton
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking: Project has been cancelled without ROW, willing property owners, or a project
manager.
Multiple, Transportation, Planning
I-84 Corridor Operations Plan/Study
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Brian McClure
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
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Status Tracking:
Multiple, Transportation, Planning
Meridian Intersection and Pedestrian Safety Report
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact:
Last Status Review: 1/1/2000.
Status Tracking:
Private, Transportation, Construction
Lake Hazel, Locust Grove to Meridian.
Design: | ROW: | Const: | Status: Complete
Project Description:
Staff Contact: Mike Barton
Last Status Review: 11/18/2024.
Status Tracking: CDA by Brighton. Substantially completed (at least open to traffic).
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: ACTION: Use of School Flashers During Lunch Periods Additional discussion
and possible action regarding the use of school flashers during lunch periods. Presenter:
Commission Direction
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COVER LETTER
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Community Development 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone 208-884-5533 Fax 208-888-6854 www.meridiancity.org
April 1, 2026
TO: Transportation Commission
RE: Use of School Flashers During Lunch Periods
This page is intended as a cover letter for Transportation Commission agenda materials that lack
memorandum or lead-in materials.
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: ACTION: Woodbridge Neighborhood Area UpdatesStaff will update the
Commission on transportation related requests and efforts in the Woodbridge Neighborhood
area. Presenter: Brian McClure.
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Mayor’s Office ◼ 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone 208-489-0529 ◼ www.meridiancity.org
Mayor Robert E. Simison
City Council Members:
John Overton, President
Anne Little Roberts, Vice President
Brian Whitlock
Liz Strader
Doug Taylor
Luke Cavener
March 27, 2026
Miranda Gold
Commission President
Ada County Highway District
5800 N. Meeker Avenue
Boise, ID 83713
Dear President Gold,
Over the past several years, Magic View Drive, a roadway located between Eagle and Locust Grove,
south of Franklin has increasingly been used as a cut-through route by motorists seeking to bypass
congestion on surrounding arterial roadways. The City recognizes the importance of maintaining an
efficient transportation network throughout Ada County, the unintended consequence has been a
significant increase in traffic volume within the adjacent residential subdivision, Woodbridge. This
area was developed to function with neighborhood streets, not as a secondary collector or arterial
alternative. Therefore, the City requests that the Ada County Highway District give serious
consideration to closing Magic View Drive near the intersection of N. Thornwood Way with an
emergency access gate to restrict through traffic, at least until a new collector roadway further to the
south is realized.
As you know, last year the City hired Kittleson & Associates to evaluate options for a new collector
roadway in this area. Alternative D was selected as the preferred alignment by the Council, with a
note that an additional I-84 frontage/backage road, Alternative E, would also likely be needed in this
area in the long term. Our staff are currently working together to update the ACHD Master Street
Map to reflect this roadway network need. We look forward to working with you and our
development partners to make a new collector roadway in general alignment with Alternative D, a
reality.
Our primary concern, and the main reason for this letter and our request, is public safety.
Woodbridge residents have reported elevated vehicle speeds, increased traffic, and a growing
number of crashes and near-miss incidents involving pedestrians, children, and cyclists. The current
traffic patterns undermine the safety and livability of this community. Further, the increase in non-
local or cut-through traffic has contributed to noise, reduced neighborhood cohesion, and diminished
quality of life for residents. The Mayor and City Council believe that intervention is warranted
before more development occurs east of Woodbridge or along Locust Grove which will increase cut-
through traffic and thus a greater possibility that more serious incidents occur.
Attached to this letter is information gathered by homeowners in the Woodbridge HOA over the last
month demonstrating the support of the residents. With this information, we respectfully request that
ACHD conduct an expedited traffic and safety analysis of Magic View Drive and give strong
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consideration to the installation of an emergency access gate or other appropriate traffic control
measures to eliminate through traffic until alternatives D or E are viable and serve as a realistic
alternative. We are committed to working collaboratively with ACHD to evaluate data, review
alternatives, and engage affected residents to determine the most effective and equitable solution.
The City stands ready to partner with ACHD to ensure that transportation infrastructure balances
mobility with neighborhood safety and overall quality of life.
We appreciate your thoughtful consideration of this request and hope this work can be done with a
recommendation by the end of April. Thank you and we look forward to continued collaboration in
service to our shared constituents.
Sincerely,
Robert E. Simison John Overton Anne Little Roberts
0Mayor City Council President City Council Vice President
Brian Whitlock Liz Strader Doug Taylor Luke Cavener
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: ACTION: Transportation Commission 2025 End of Year Report Discuss the
draft annual report to Council regarding 2025 Transportation Commission Activities. Presenter:
Walter Steed
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MEMO TO CITY COUNCIL
Agenda Topic on the City Council Agenda
From: Meridian Transportation Commission Meeting Date: TBD
Presenter: Walter Steed, Chair Estimated Time: 15 minutes
Topic: Transportation Commission 2025 End of Year Report
Meridian Transportation Commission
- Walter Steed, Chair
- Tom LeClaire, Vice Chair
- David Ballard
- Stephen Lewis
- Tracy Hopkins
- Ryan Lancaster
- Jared Smith
- Zachary Shoemaker
- Lilly Miller & Advik Bansal
The Meridian Transportation Commission (TC) was formed in February 2013 with Ordinance No. 13-152.
The Commission consists of nine appointed commissioners and meets in the Council Chambers on the
first Monday of each month. Myself and Jared Smith served as Chair and Vice-Chair respectively from
2022 to 2024. In 2025 I was re-elected Chair and Tom LeClaire was elected Vice-Chair. Lilly Miller and
Advik Bansal were the youth representatives for the commission during the year.
The Transportation Commission maintains working relationships with all our ex-officio partners.
Representatives from Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) District 3, Ada County Highway District
(ACHD), COMPASS, Valley Regional Transit (VRT), and the West Ada School District (WASD). Caleb Hood,
Brian McClure, and Hether Hill provided the commission with staff support during 2025. Deputy City
Attorneys Tishra Murray and Ali Breshears provided legal guidance. Sergeant Tara Smith and Corporal
Trevor Weitzel from the Meridian Police Department provided updates and expertise related to traffic
issues and safety.
City staff provided monthly updates to the Transportation Commission on ITD and ACHD transportation
projects in design and construction. Each meeting also included time for ex-officio agencies to report on
current activities, with additional participation from City departmen ts, partner agencies, and members
of the public.
In January and February 2025, the Commission finalized and approved its recommendations to the City
Council regarding the highest priority roadway, intersection, and community program projects as part of
ACHD’s 2026–2030 Five-Year Plan. This effort reflected work completed by the Transportation
Commission’s Prioritization Subcommittee and continued coordination with ACHD staff.
In March, the Commission received updates on the Meridian Intersection Pedestrian Safety (MIPS)
program, including implementation of marked crosswalks and pedestrian ramp improvements. The
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Commission also revisited the Five-Year Plan prioritization following City Council discussions and
provided additional input on transportation priorities.
In April, the Commission reviewed its 2024 End-of-Year Report, discussed legislative impacts on
transportation planning, and received updates on downtown pedestrian improvement projects as well
as regional transportation coordination efforts.
In May, the Commission continued to track progress on pedestrian safety improvements, reviewed
updates related to major roadway corridors including Eagle and Ustick Road s and discussed regional
population growth forecasts and transit planning efforts.
In June, the Commission received a detailed presentation on the SH-69 (Kuna to Meridian) Corridor
Traffic Study, including proposed roadway widening, access management strategies, and multimodal
components. The Commission also reviewed ACHD’s queuing analysis process and discussed upcoming
Five-Year Plan milestones.
The regularly scheduled July meeting was canceled.
In August, the Commission reviewed proposed amendments to the Unified Development Code related
to drive-through standards and initiated a formal review of Transportation Commission bylaws. The
Commission also discussed transit survey results and received updates on major regional projects,
including SH-16 and Eagle Road safety improvements.
In September, Commissioners and staff met for an informational presentation and demonstration at
ACHD’s new Traffic Operations Center on Franklin Road east of Eagle. It houses their traffic operations
teams, video wall for traffic signal cameras and construction materials lab.
In October, the Commission adopted updated Transportation Commission bylaws, improving procedural
clarity and governance consistency. Additional discussions focused on subdivision traffic concerns,
feasibility studies for new roadway connections, and ongoing corridor plann ing efforts.
In November, the Commission received confirmation that ACHD had formally adopted its updated Five -
Year Plan, incorporating the City’s top transportation priorities. The Commission also reviewed updates
on traffic calming initiatives, downtown pedestrian improvements, and regional capital investment
planning.
In December, the Commission reviewed the East 3rd Street Extension alignment, discussed staff
transportation project tracking improvements, and received final ex -officio updates for the year. The
Commission also welcomed the transition of the Meridian Police Department liaison role and discussed
anticipated transportation topics for early 2026.
A complete record of Transportation Commission minutes can be found here:
https://weblink.meridiancity.org/WebLink/Browse.aspx?id=311586&dbid=0&repo=MeridianCity
The Transportation Commission is grateful for the opportunity to provide service to the citizens of
Meridian, the Mayor and the City Council regarding transportation systems in our community.
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: ACTION: Downtown Parking Strategy CommitteeStaff will be requesting up
to three volunteers to serve on an ad hoc, staff led, Downtown Parking Committee. Presenter:
Caleb Hood.
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COVER LETTER
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Community Development 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone 208-884-5533 Fax 208-888-6854 www.meridiancity.org
April 1, 2026
TO: Transportation Commission
RE: Downtown Parking Strategy Committee
This page is intended as a cover letter for Transportation Commission agenda materials that lack
memorandum or lead-in materials.
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: INFORMATION: Ex-Officio UpdatesUpdates provided by Transportation
Commission ex-officio regarding partner agency and transportation related activities.
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COVER LETTER
TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Community Development 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone 208-884-5533 Fax 208-888-6854 www.meridiancity.org
April 1, 2026
TO: Transportation Commission
RE: Ex-Officio Updates
This page is intended as a cover letter for Transportation Commission agenda materials that lack
memorandum or lead-in materials.
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AGENDA ITEM
ITEM TOPIC: INFORMATION: Staff CommunicationsPlaceholder for Transportation
Commission related communication from Community Development staff. Presenter: Craige
Bergman.
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MEMORANDUM
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
Community Development 33 E. Broadway Avenue, Meridian, ID 83642
Phone 208-884-5533 Fax 208-888-6854 www.meridiancity.org
April 1, 2026
TO: Transportation Commission
CC: Caleb Hood, Deputy Director Community Development
FROM: Craige Bergman, Long-range Associate Coordination Planner
RE: Staff Communications
This memorandum serves as a cover page for staff communications in the Transportation
Commission packet. The following staff communications are included:
Locust Grove between Fairview/Ustick (Phillip Dacus)
SH 20/26 – Speed Limit/Engine Brakes (Christopher Sommer)
Prioritize Pathway near Victory/Locust Grove (Millwood Subdivision)
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Craige Bergman
From:Craige Bergman
Sent:Tuesday, March 31, 2026 9:59 AM
To:Craige Bergman
Subject:FW: A new "Contact the Mayor's Office" form has been submitted!
From: Dave Miles <dmiles@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:26 AM
To: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>; phillip@avoidants.org
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; Brian McClure <bmcclure@meridiancity.org>;
Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: A new "Contact the Mayor's Office" form has been submitted!
Hi Phillip,
I talked to the Mayor’s Office, and I would like to have our team discuss your issues and perspectives so
that we can continue to add these types of topics into any discussion they are having with ACHD as these
road projects are being planned. I have copied Brian McClure and Caleb Hood on this email. They are on
our Planning team and work with ACHD coordinating efforts of planned road construction projects.
I will ask that either Brian or Caleb reach out to you today or tomorrow to get your feedback and help
share what discussion our team can have with ACHD on these concerns.
Sincerely,
Dave Miles | Director
City of Meridian | Community Development Department
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: (208) 489-0362
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From: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 6:02 PM
To: phillip@avoidants.org
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: A new "Contact the Mayor's Office" form has been submitted!
Hello Phillip,
We have received your submission to the Mayor’s Office. Thank you for reaching out and sharing your concerns. A
representative from the City will be in touch with additional information before the end of the week.
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Regards,
Kendall Nagy | Chief of Staff
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0389
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in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law.
From: phillip@avoidants.org <phillip@avoidants.org>
Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:37 PM
To: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>
Subject: A new "Contact the Mayor's Office" form has been submitted!
From: Phillip Dacus
Email: phillip@avoidants.org
Phone: 2088995766
Question/Comment: I wanted to bring something to you guys attention. I don't know how much
involvement if any you've had in this, but I've been keeping a close eye on it since they presented this
issue of expanding Locust Grove between Fairview Ustick. They're well into the process now and they're
supposed to be wrapping up comments by December of this year. I've been talking to someone over
ADHD. They're not gonna be taking any of our property which I originally thought that they were going to
do. The lady I talked to said no that they were very fortunate that they weren't gonna have to take peoples
property because there's a huge black already built into the Locust Grove Street. This buffer is trees and
bushes that comes before our fence line. So this creates a natural barrier for accidents and other
dangerous problems. The problem is when Locust Grove is expanded all of that's gonna go away. They'll
be absorbing that buffer and taking all of those trees and greenery away. The result will be that the locust
Grove will come practically up to our fence line. She told me within two or 3 feet. I then asked her if they
were going to pay to put me up a new fence because the fence that I have now has a lot of gaps in it. With
the road being only 2 to 3 feet for my fence it's going to be extremely noisy and also dangerous because
traffic is going to be traveling very closely to my fence. It would be very easy for someone that's in an
accident to take my fence down and perhaps even drive onto my property. I would like to bring this to
somebody's attention and hope that somebody can help because ADHD is wrong. Since they're the one
that's responsible for widening Locust Grove in creating this problem they should at least pay for putting
up a good new fence to protect us from the intense noise and hopefully to cut down the possibility of
accidents, causing problems on our property. If there's anything you could do I'd really appreciate it. If
you can let me know if there's a council person I can talk to, I can talk to the mayor or perhaps there's a
senator a congressman that I can speak to. Please let me know how I can proceed. thank you.
Should we contact you?: Yes
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Craige Bergman
From:Craige Bergman
Sent:Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:28 AM
To:Craige Bergman
Subject:FW: Mayor and Council | SPEED LIMIT ON CHINDEN
From: Caleb Hood
Sent: Friday, March 13, 2026 3:51 PM
To: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>
Cc: Dave Miles <dmiles@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Mayor and Council | SPEED LIMIT ON CHINDEN
Kendall – I appreciate you thinking of the TC. If you want to see if Chris wants to address the TC, they meet the first
Monday of each month at 3:30 in Council Chambers, that seems like a good next step. Please just make sure that
he understands that the TC has no authority over speed limits, but I’m sure they’d be willing to hear him out and
discuss.
Thanks!
Caleb
From: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2026 6:20 PM
To: Caleb Hood <chood@meridiancity.org>
Cc: Dave Miles <dmiles@meridiancity.org>
Subject: FW: Mayor and Council | SPEED LIMIT ON CHINDEN
Hi Caleb,
Is the email below one you could help respond to? Maybe mention the Transportation Commission and ACHD
contact as possible resources?
Kendall Nagy | Chief of Staff
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0389
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in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law.
From: chris@sommerassociates.com <chris@sommerassociates.com>
Sent: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 1:10 PM
To: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>; Vincent Trimboli <vincent.trimboli@itd.idaho.gov>
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Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Mayor and Council | SPEED LIMIT ON CHINDEN
External Sender - Please use caution with links or attachments.
Per my earlier email (below) – we had a major accident this morning on the corner of Ten Mile and Chinden.
Reviewing community response on Instagram – EVERYONE is asking why the speed limit is 55mph in this section.
A death is sure to come as a result of the city and state not taking action to slow down the traffic. I encourage you
to look at this situation very carefully.
https://www.instagram.com/reels/DVv9cNGlRxb/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwggIDv1EVc
Chris Sommer
Sommer & Associates | 760-214-2942
chris@sommerassociates.com
From: chris@sommerassociates.com
Sent: Friday, January 9, 2026 9:45 AM
To: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>; Vincent Trimboli <vincent.trimboli@itd.idaho.gov>
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Request for Mayor and Council
To Vincent Trimboli at the Idaho Transportation Department,
I am writing on behalf of myself and many other residents who live along and around Highway 20/36 between Black
Cat Road and Linder Road. This corridor has become increasingly congested, and current policies regarding speed
limits and engine braking are no longer appropriate for the conditions or the community.
First, the use of engine braking in this area should be explicitly forbidden and enforced. The constant noise
generated by heavy trucks using engine brakes is disruptive, unnecessary, and negatively impacts the quality of
life for the hundreds of residents who live, work, and raise families along this stretch of highway. This is no longer a
rural bypass—it is a densely populated, high-traffic corridor. “No Engine Braking” signage is a simple and effective
step that would immediately improve livability for the surrounding neighborhoods.
More importantly, the current 55 mph speed limit through this segment is dangerous and unreasonable given the
realities of the roadway. There is a high volume of traffic entering and exiting the highway, frequent turning
movements, and multiple traffic signals in a relatively short distance. Allowing heavy trucks and commuter traffic
to travel at 55 mph in such a congested area creates unnecessary risk for accidents and puts drivers, pedestrians,
and nearby residents in harm’s way.
It makes no sense to maintain a highway-level speed limit in an area that functions more like an urban arterial.
Lowering the speed limit would improve safety, reduce noise, and better reflect the actual driving conditions. This
change would not only protect motorists but also demonstrate that ITD values data, common sense, and the
voices of the people who live here.
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The community is asking to be heard. We want safer roads, reduced noise, and policies that match the growth and
development of this area. Lower the speed limit. Prohibit engine braking. Take meaningful action. If these changes
are implemented, the hundreds of residents affected by this corridor will notice—and they will be grateful.
Please listen to the community. We want change, and it is long overdue.
Sincerely,
Christopher Sommer
A Concerned Resident of the Highway 20/36 Corridor
Chris Sommer
Sommer & Associates | 760-214-2942
chris@sommerassociates.com
From: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Friday, January 9, 2026 9:31 AM
To: chris@sommerassociates.com; Vincent Trimboli <vincent.trimboli@itd.idaho.gov>
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Request for Mayor and Council
Hello Chris,
After input from legal, Meridian Police Department, Idaho Transportation Department, and reviewing policy I have
a better understanding of the challenges surrounding you and your neighbors’ frustrations regarding the noise
caused by trucks using air brakes on Highway 20/26.
I just spoke with Vincent Trimboli at Idaho Transportation Department, and he helped me understand the nuances
with this issue. As Idaho has grown, towns have filled in around many state highways, placing homes closer to
interstate transit, which is noisy. Vincent assured me there are others around the state that share your frustration.
Bottom line, the use of compression brakes is not illegal for interstate commerce and during my discussion with
Vincent he acknowledged ITD needs to have a bigger conversation to address the use of signs relating to braking.
He said he’d be happy to talk to you about that, and I have included him on this email.
If you have additional questions, either now or after you talk to Vincent, please reach out. Thank you for your
patience.
Regards,
Kendall Nagy | Chief of Staff
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0389
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From: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Tuesday, January 6, 2026 5:02 PM
To: chris@sommerassociates.com
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Request for Mayor and Council
Hello Chris,
I wanted to provide you a quick update. I am continuing to learn about the different organizations and policies
governing no braking signs. I need some information from Idaho Transportation Department and will be in touch
once I hear from them.
Regards,
Kendall Nagy | Chief of Staff
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0389
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in regards to both release and retention, and may be released upon request, unless exempt from disclosure by law.
From: Kendall Nagy <knagy@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Friday, December 19, 2025 7:12 PM
To: chris@sommerassociates.com
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Request for Mayor and Council
Hello Chris,
I wanted to follow-up and provide a status update regarding the concerns you shared with the Mayor’s Office. I
have reached out to legal, the police department, and ITD as I work to understand the complexities around this
topic. I am still waiting on some responses. I will be out of the office over the holidays and plan to follow up again
after the new year.
Regards,
Kendall Nagy | Chief of Staff
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian Idaho 83642
Phone: 208-489-0389
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From: chris@sommerassociates.com <chris@sommerassociates.com>
Sent: Thursday, December 18, 2025 2:19 PM
To: Josha Iverson <jiverson@meridiancity.org>
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Request for Mayor and Council
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Thank you for the follow up.
As a point conversation – the speed limit is 55mph in this section. With the amount of traffic congestion going in
and out of Costco shopping center, smaller strip mall and all the residential, it begs the question . . . why isn’t the
speed limit 45mph? This in turn would keep the trucks at slower speeds which would allow them to not engine
brake.
Just a thought.
Regards,
Chris Sommer
Sommer & Associates | 760-214-2942
chris@sommerassociates.com
From: Josha Iverson <jiverson@meridiancity.org>
Sent: Wednesday, December 17, 2025 3:23 PM
To: chris@sommerassociates.com
Cc: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: RE: Request for Mayor and Council
Good afternoon Christopher,
Thank you for your email, it has been received by the Mayor’s Office. We appreciate you taking time to
share your thoughts and comments with us.
Our Chief of Staff is reaching out to ITD and our Police Department regarding your concerns and we will
be back in touch with you soon.
Thank you,
Josha Iverson| Executive Assistant
City of Meridian | Mayor’s Office
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33 E. Broadway Ave., Meridian, Idaho 83642
Phone: (208) 489-0529
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From: chris@sommerassociates.com <chris@sommerassociates.com>
Sent: Monday, December 15, 2025 12:59 PM
To: Mayor Office Feedback <MayorOfficeFeedback@meridiancity.org>; citycouncil <citycouncil@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Request for Mayor and Council
Name: Christopher Sommer
Email: chris@sommerassociates.com
Address: 3459 W Sand Wedge St, , Meridian, ID, 83646, United States
Subject: Highway 20/26 - Black Cat to Linder NO ENGINE BRAKING
Message: I would like to formally request that you have the ID Department of Transportation install NO
ENGINE BRAKING SIGNS between Black Cat and Linder Rd - both east and west bound. The big trucks
that think it really fun to use their engines to brake are blowing us out of our houses. YOU NEED TO
CONTACT the IDT and tell them to get these signs up and then enforce it. ALL THE NEIGHBORS are
getting sick and tired of the truck noise! PLEASE HELP TO GET THIS DONE!!!!!
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Craige Bergman
From:Craige Bergman
Sent:Tuesday, March 31, 2026 10:10 AM
To:Craige Bergman
Subject:FW: Request to Prioritize Pathway Connection near Victory Rd & Locust Grove
(Millwood)
Attachments:Pathway Connection & Pedestrian Safety in New Neighborhood near Victory & Locust
Grove.pdf
From: Nick Moore <nickmoore541@gmail.com>
Sent: Saturday, March 21, 2026 3:56 PM
To: planninginquiries <planning@meridiancity.org>; Parks <parks@meridiancity.org>
Cc: Brian Whitlock <bwhitlock@meridiancity.org>; Liz Strader <lstrader@meridiancity.org>; Doug Taylor
<dtaylor@meridiancity.org>; John Overton <joverton@meridiancity.org>; Anne Little Roberts
<alittleroberts@meridiancity.org>; Lucas Cavener <lcavener@meridiancity.org>
Subject: Request to Prioritize Pathway Connection near Victory Rd & Locust Grove (Millwood)
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Hi,
I am preparing to move into the Millwood subdivision near S Tamayo Place, just east of Victory Rd and
Locust Grove Rd, and wanted to share a concern regarding pedestrian connectivity and safety in this
area.
Millwood itself is a smaller subdivision currently under construction by Lennar, but it sits within a larger
pocket of 81 homes that all rely on a single access point via S Locust Grove Rd for vehicles. While there
are limited pedestrian cut-throughs, there is no continuous or connected pathway network linking this
area to the rest of the surrounding neighborhoods.
As a result, pedestrians and cyclists are often pushed toward E Victory Rd or S Locust Grove Rd to reach
nearby destinations. Both routes include segments with missing sidewalks, higher speeds, and limited
safe crossing opportunities.
At the same time, nearby destinations such as Renaissance Park, an elementary school, and Albertsons
are all within a short distance but are not safely or directly accessible through neighborhood
connections.
According to the City’s adopted pathway map, there is a proposed pathway corridor along the canal east
of the neighborhood. However, this connection is not currently built, and there is a clear gap between
existing pathways that prevents a continuous route.
Additionally, there is a stub connection near Fathom St that is currently blocked to vehicles by metal
bollards, but remains accessible for pedestrians and bicycles. There is also a nearby pedestrian cut-
through toward Victory Rd. These features suggest that connectivity was anticipated in this area, but the
current configuration does not provide a complete or safe route.
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Given the number of homes in this pocket and the proximity to schools, parks, and services, completing
this pathway connection would provide a safe and direct alternative to walking along major roads. It
would also create a safer, more accessible route for families and children to reach nearby
neighborhoods, parks, and schools without relying on high-speed roadways.
I have attached annotated maps showing:
The 81 homes within this area and its single vehicle access point
The lack of internal pathway connectivity to the surrounding city block
Existing pathways and the missing connection
Sidewalk gaps and safety concerns along Victory Rd and Locust Grove Rd
The proposed pathway corridor identified in the City’s adopted plan
Given this context, I wanted to ask:
Are there plans to construct the proposed pathway shown in the City’s Adopted Pathways map?
Given the existing development and safety considerations, would it be possible to prioritize this
connection as a near-term project?
This connection would significantly improve safety, accessibility, and walkability for residents in the
area.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
- Nick
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