16-161 - King County Parks and Recreation Division - Baker Boulevard Non Motorized Improvements

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of this study was to identify improvements that would increase bicycle and pedestrian access between the trails network and these destinations by using streets or other public rights -of -way to create priority connections. C. The County launched the Regional Trails Mobility Connections strategy in conjunction with the 2014- 2019 King County Parks, Trails, and Open Space Replacement to ensure safe and direct connections for bicyclists and pedestrians from the Regional Trails System to urban communities. This strategy seeks to extend the benefits of the regional trails in urban areas, increase mobility and travel options while decreasing the need for automobile parking and other costly infrastructure. It encourages alternatives to driving, reduces traffic congestion, and improves air quality. It promotes physical activity and encourages economic development and sustainability. D. In 2016, the County completed a Tukwila Mobility Connections concept plan, which recommended connections to promote bicycling and walking between the Trail, the Tukwila Sounder Station, the Tukwila Regional Growth Center ( Southcenter), and the Tukwila Urban Transit Center. The City has also identified the connections as important nonmotorized routes and part of the City's proposed Station to Southcenter Trail. The location of these connections between the Green River Trail and Southcenter is shown in Exhibit A. The conceptual improvements identified in the Tukwila Mobility Connections concept plan and associated designs for this area are identified in Exhibits B through F. These improvements are collectively referred to as "the Mobility Project ". The Parties are working cooperatively to implement the Mobility Project. The Parties intend by this Agreement to establish their respective rights, roles and responsibilities related to the Mobility Project. NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions contained herein, the Parties mutually agree as follows: AGREEMENT 1. Scope. The scope of this interagency agreement is limited to design, construction of improvements, maintenance, and operation of the Mobility Project. a. Design and Permitting. (i) The County has performed a preliminary assessment of the condition of Baker Boulevard and has recommended improvements to increase safety, convenience and connectivity for bicyclists and pedestrians on these streets. The County's recommendations for improvements to Baker Boulevard are described in Exhibit B and reference the City's current street plans, shown in Exhibit C. The County's recommendations are shown in Exhibit D as preliminary concept designs. Interagency Agreement for the Development of Mobility Connections Facilities on Baker Boulevard and Christensen Road Page 2