Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction Project

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In collaboration with Hennepin County, the City of Minnetonka is planning to reconstruct Excelsior Boulevard (CSAH 3) from County Road 101 to Williston Road.

At this time, the proposed improvements include:

  • installation of a new, multi-use trail
  • roadway reconstruction
  • watermain replacement
  • storm sewer improvements
  • overhead power burial

This project was initiated by the city as part of a trail expansion project along this corridor, which is identified in the Trail Improvement Plan. By combining the roadway, utility and trail improvements into one project, the project team can more efficiently meet both city and county goals and reduce construction impacts to the surrounding neighborhoods.

Stormwater management

This project includes drainage and stormwater improvements to help protect and improve the natural environment and reduce flood risk for residents and businesses.

In collaboration with Hennepin County, the City of Minnetonka is planning to reconstruct Excelsior Boulevard (CSAH 3) from County Road 101 to Williston Road.

At this time, the proposed improvements include:

  • installation of a new, multi-use trail
  • roadway reconstruction
  • watermain replacement
  • storm sewer improvements
  • overhead power burial

This project was initiated by the city as part of a trail expansion project along this corridor, which is identified in the Trail Improvement Plan. By combining the roadway, utility and trail improvements into one project, the project team can more efficiently meet both city and county goals and reduce construction impacts to the surrounding neighborhoods.

Stormwater management

This project includes drainage and stormwater improvements to help protect and improve the natural environment and reduce flood risk for residents and businesses.

  • Private utility work begins on Excelsior Boulevard next week

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    In preparation for road construction next spring, private utility relocations and overhead power burial work is scheduled to begin next week. Private utility work this fall will be focused from Williston Road to Highland Road/Whited Avenue. Residential and business access will be maintained however this work may require temporary lane shifts, flagging, closures or detours. Please follow construction signs, watch for traffic pattern changes and drive carefully through the construction area.

    The project design will be wrapping up within the next few months. Final plan approval by city council and detailed construction scheduling will be communicated at a later date. The overall construction phasing is planned to be Eden Prairie Road to Holiday Road in 2027 and Holiday Road to County Road 101 in 2028.

    In preparation for road construction next spring, private utility relocations and overhead power burial work is scheduled to begin next week. Private utility work this fall will be focused from Williston Road to Highland Road/Whited Avenue. Residential and business access will be maintained however this work may require temporary lane shifts, flagging, closures or detours. Please follow construction signs, watch for traffic pattern changes and drive carefully through the construction area.

    The project design will be wrapping up within the next few months. Final plan approval by city council and detailed construction scheduling will be communicated at a later date. The overall construction phasing is planned to be Eden Prairie Road to Holiday Road in 2027 and Holiday Road to County Road 101 in 2028.

  • Council approves Excelsior Boulevard project

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    City Council approved the Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction project during its March 9 meeting.

    City Council approved the Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction project during its March 9 meeting.

  • Council will vote on project March 9

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    City Council will review the Excelsior Boulevard improvement project at its March 9 meeting. The council will be asked to approve a resolution to receive the feasibility report, approve the concept layout and authorize the plans and easement acquisitions.

    Last month, the council took a closer look at plans during the Feb. 9 study session. At that meeting, the council expressed support for proposing trails on both sides of Excelsior Boulevard as well as intersection roundabouts. Staff members were also asked to limit impacts to properties along the boulevard as much as possible.

    The council also directed staff to include a sidewalk segment on the northwest corner of County 101 and Old Excelsior Boulevard connecting the county highway and the Havenwood of Minnetonka Senior Living facility.

    The council meeting will be held March 9 at 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. in the second-floor council chambers. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m.

    City Council will review the Excelsior Boulevard improvement project at its March 9 meeting. The council will be asked to approve a resolution to receive the feasibility report, approve the concept layout and authorize the plans and easement acquisitions.

    Last month, the council took a closer look at plans during the Feb. 9 study session. At that meeting, the council expressed support for proposing trails on both sides of Excelsior Boulevard as well as intersection roundabouts. Staff members were also asked to limit impacts to properties along the boulevard as much as possible.

    The council also directed staff to include a sidewalk segment on the northwest corner of County 101 and Old Excelsior Boulevard connecting the county highway and the Havenwood of Minnetonka Senior Living facility.

    The council meeting will be held March 9 at 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. in the second-floor council chambers. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m.

  • Council will comment on Excelsior Boulevard improvements at Feb. 9 study session

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    As part of the 2026/2027 Trail, Street and Major Capital Improvement Project review, City Council will be asked to comment on the Excelsior Boulevard project at its Feb. 9 study session. This session is open to the public. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Minnehaha Room of the Community Center. This is not a public hearing, and no final decisions will be made during this meeting.

    This project will be presented to council at a later date in spring of 2026 for approval.

    As part of the 2026/2027 Trail, Street and Major Capital Improvement Project review, City Council will be asked to comment on the Excelsior Boulevard project at its Feb. 9 study session. This session is open to the public. The meeting will be held at 6 p.m. in the Minnehaha Room of the Community Center. This is not a public hearing, and no final decisions will be made during this meeting.

    This project will be presented to council at a later date in spring of 2026 for approval.

  • Aug. 28 project update

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    Documents from the city's Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction open house are now available. Find the documents in the Presentation folder of the documents section of this page.

    Documents from the city's Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction open house are now available. Find the documents in the Presentation folder of the documents section of this page.

  • Project update, Aug. 11

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    The City of Minnetonka and Hennepin County will host an informational meeting regarding the Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction project on Aug. 26 at 5 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Community Center Community Room. This meeting will allow residents and business owners to learn more about the project and provide feedback regarding the proposed improvements and design elements. Staff will discuss proposed improvements, project schedule, potential impacts and communications plans.

    Please email engineering@minnetonkamn.gov to RSVP to the event. If you can't attend, contact Engineering Project Manager Mitch Hatcher to discuss the project by phone or in person.

    All information presented at the meeting will be posted to the project website.

    What is being proposed?

    • Installation of new multi-use trails
    • Roadway reconstruction including consideration of roundabouts at Scenic Heights Drive, Woodland Road and Williston Road
    • Water main replacement
    • Storm sewer improvements
    • Overhead power burial

    Reconstruction is expected to begin in 2027, with overhead power burial to begin ahead of reconstruction.

    The City of Minnetonka and Hennepin County will host an informational meeting regarding the Excelsior Boulevard Reconstruction project on Aug. 26 at 5 p.m. The meeting will be held in the Community Center Community Room. This meeting will allow residents and business owners to learn more about the project and provide feedback regarding the proposed improvements and design elements. Staff will discuss proposed improvements, project schedule, potential impacts and communications plans.

    Please email engineering@minnetonkamn.gov to RSVP to the event. If you can't attend, contact Engineering Project Manager Mitch Hatcher to discuss the project by phone or in person.

    All information presented at the meeting will be posted to the project website.

    What is being proposed?

    • Installation of new multi-use trails
    • Roadway reconstruction including consideration of roundabouts at Scenic Heights Drive, Woodland Road and Williston Road
    • Water main replacement
    • Storm sewer improvements
    • Overhead power burial

    Reconstruction is expected to begin in 2027, with overhead power burial to begin ahead of reconstruction.

Page last updated: 09 Oct 2026, 01:57 PM