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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOW 2014-02-10 Item 3C - Ordinance - Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) PlanCOUNCIL AGENDA S OPSIS IiiiiiA ' Al eel iq Date Prepared F Al ery o r :,- 111,1e7P CON11,71,1eViell, 02/10/14 DJ .-17"./T: 4-0 02/18/14 DJ I i Resolution :If t; D in I 13/ (L-lipard A fig Date I 1 Public I lean' q A kg Date 1 1 Otber Dig Date CATF,GoRy 11 Discuss/oil Ordi Hance .11tg Dale A Ii g Dale 2/18/14 SP 0 N SOR I I councii — Mayor FIR OCI) 1-7ounce Fire 1 I IT 1 P &R Pollee ITEM INFORMATION ITEM No. 3.C. 23 STAH, SPoNS()R: RICK STILL ORTGINALAc;LIND. \!E: 2/10/14 A.1;N1).\ Iiii Trim Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan Adoption 2/10/14 Alt; Motion Date I i Resolution :If t; D in I 13/ (L-lipard A fig Date I 1 Public I lean' q A kg Date 1 1 Otber Dig Date CATF,GoRy 11 Discuss/oil Ordi Hance .11tg Dale A Ii g Dale 2/18/14 SP 0 N SOR I I councii — Mayor FIR OCI) 1-7ounce Fire 1 I IT 1 P &R Pollee Plr SPoN,S( ac'S The City has spent the past 12 months working to update the Parks, Recreation, and Open SUNINIARY Space (PROS) Plan. We are now in the final adoption stage and working incorporate public comment on the DRAFT Plan. IzEviNmED Thz COW Mtg. Utilities Cmte DATE: 1/28/14 11 c,\&_1) Cmte I 1 F& Cmte Transportation Cmte Comm. Planning Comm. Cl LAIR: DUFFIE Arts Comm. Pi Parks COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS: SpoNsoR/AmitN. Co NimITIEri Parks and Recreation Department Unanimous Approval; Forward to C.O.W. COST IMPACT / FUND SOURCE 1,:xl,NNI)ITuRLI F,QuiRm AMOUNT BUDGETED APPROPRIATION REQUIRED Fund Source: Commons: MTG. DATE RECORD OF COUNCIL ACTION 2/10/14 MTG. DATE ATTACHMENTS 2/10/14 Informational Memorandum dated 1/28/14 <amended after CAP>, with attachments Minutes from the Community Affairs and Parks Committee meeting of 1/28/14 *PLEASE BRING YOUR DRAFT PLAN TO THE MEETING* 2/ 8/ 4 23 24 TD: City of Tukwila Jim Haggerton, Mayor INFORMATIONAL U��U���������K� nn�n ��un^o�n��n n��n���u~ n�o�~n�n��x�x~�n�����x�o Mayor Haggerton Community Affairs and Parks Committee FROM: Rick Still, Parks and Recreation Director BY: Dave Johnson, Recreation Superintendent DATE: January 22.ZD13 Updated since 1C38X14CAP SUBJECT: PROS Plan Update ISSUE Staff update for Community Affairs and Parks Committee on the status of the P8rk3, Recre@tiDn, and Open Space (PROS) Plan. PLEASE BRING YOUR DRAFT PLAN TO MEETING. BACKGROUND The City has spent the past 12 months working with consultant, MIG Inc., to update the PROS Plan. We have provided updates to Council at many points throughout the process and are now in the Final Adoption stages. DISCUSSION Since the DRAFT Plan was presented in November 2013, we have opened the public comment period. MIG has collected and reviewed all comments, as of January 22, 2014. The Public Draft Comment and Response Log (Attachment A) provides all COmrnents, including the page number or reference to the particular comment, as well as MIG's proposed response. At the release of the Public Draft Plan the deadline for comments was set for January 27, 2014, Final comments following this report will be brought to the CAP meeting for consideration on January 28th, The majority of comments are minor clarifications and edits that MIG will address when revising the Final M8n, including corrections and additions to the plan maps. Where a comment suggests a general change or comment that reflects the tone of the entire doounnent. MIG will revisit applicable sections of the Draft Plan and make refinements where needed. Comments related to Chapter 3 will impact the guidance to staff and the community. Following the CAP, the Plan will be presented to the Committee of the Whole to explain proposed changes and then revised to a Final Draft Plan and presented to the City Council for final adoption on February 18, 2014. Updates to the Draft Plan since the CAP meeting are provided in complete pages (Attachment C) in underline/strikeout form. Once adopted, the pages will be formatted into the printed Final Plan. FINANCIAL IMPACT None RECOMMENDATION Review and discuss comments; and forward to COW on February 10. 2014. with final adoption at Regular Meeting on February 18, 2014. ATTACHMENTS Attachment A: Public Draft Comment and Response Log UPDATED since CAP Attachment B: Draft Ordinance UPDATED since CAP Attachment C: Updated Plan pages 26 ATTACHMENT A Tukwila PROS Plan Comment Log 2/4/2014 40 , '',-,441 , .o.:, i ' 0011,*„,:, , t, Wttitt,"Ottat • ,', tt,U„, ", ' ''-.11. I'S', Ei '''..-•1:::-Cti— t '''''' Community Priorities add - Parks and Open Space that are safe, well maintained, and integrated into their local neighborhoods ' !,'S =',"-",-at . ' Change made. 2 iii Expanded Capacity - Like the idea of making the existing parks be more than they currently are. Revise to note that there are areas in the City that do not have parks the meet City standards, ie Ryan Hill, Tukwila South and the urban center - where 50% or more of future growth is expected to occur. Change made. 3 Last sentence under Expanded Capacity - Written this way, it appears to put citizens, workers and visitors at the same level of importance, and they are not refers to earlier general comment Change made. 4 iv v Prioritizing - Don't understand how prioritizing projects enables City to be more flexible with dollars? Change made. 5 iv v Prioritizing and Funding Need to add section stating maintenance of existing parks and open space more important than new projects Change made. 6 1-1 1-1 Last sentence of first paragraph - Thus "consideration" should be given to their needs Opportunities and access for all - Have to be careful this is not read to imply residents and workers have equal importance Inviting and connected places - economic vitality - is this really a goal of parks or an end result (i.e. reason why business locate to a certain city) The needs of residents have been prioritized and updated throughout document, It is confirmed that inviting and connected places is a goal of the community. 7 — 1 2 — 1 2 Public Involvement (4th and 5th line) - again, this puts visitors and workers at the same level of importance as residents Change made. 8 1-3 1-3 Education Expert Interviews - unfortunately this specific targeting ensures that only TSD will have partnerships with the City. No change, 9 1-4 1-4 Broad Outreach - same point as earlier with regard to resident vs. visitors No change. 10 1-4 1-4 Community Questionnaire - Did it differentiate between the two (residents v employees). What does the data show as differences between the 2? Somehow reference that the themes are consistent when looking at resident vs. overall This has been clarified. 11 1-5 1-5 First paragraph - see previous comment on 1-4 This has been clarified. 12 1-6 1-6 Category designations and labeling - Cecil Moses needs to be a special use park - Owned by King County, bathrooms, parking lot, regional trail, water access. NOT open space; Labels for open spaces not shown on Existing Systems map ie Tukwila Parkway; Lookout Park; Add Duwamish Gardens Open space definition has been clarified to better reflect existing sites. Map changes will be provided with Final Plan. 13 2-1 1--6 Needs discussion of open space - define need for open space The definition has been clarified to reflect the existing sites and types of activities desired by residents. 14 2-2 2-2 Parks Gap - Recheck all sections of the urban center and Tukwila South within a 1/4 and 1/2 mile of a park? This wilt be rechecked with development of maps for Final Plan. 15 2-2 2-2 P5 - should the Tukwila Pool be mentioned here also? Change has been made. Page 1 Tukwila PROS Plan Comment Log 2/4/2014 Page 2 Requirements for reservations and use - clarify that outside activities for 50 or more people require community center use and reservations. Change has been made. 17 z—s 2-5 Park Capacity - Add organized sports to Pool potential; Add gardening education to Macadam Winter gamvnmNeanus; Move Cecil Moses from open space w park or special use park; river acces potential from Cecil Moses?; move Bicentennial park to local park? Dent know why its classified as special use Some changes have been made. See previous comment regarding revised open space definition. Bicentennial Park remains as Special Use site because it most closely meets this definition. 18 z—o 2-5 Activity Potential Remove walking and biking from North Winds Weir; add wildlife observation mp'n pond; remove social gathering from Tukwita Hill; Changes have been made. 19 2-5 2-5 Christiansen Rd. ,m, /Riverview Plaza has been considered as a .ossible small boa launch Chan.es have been made 20 2-7 2-7 Does table include Pool participation or not and does that need to be referenced one way or the other? This has been clarified. Data does not include pool use. z� u—o Vanoz—` Alternatives -rukwmPmx,xoomoo/n*vueoxo�axn^nmvaxvrmoc�.s»ovmueoea�d similar as YMCA o»onmc has been m�e. 22 2-10 2-10 SeaTac Community Center fees are listed for other facilities here, should also include reference of cost for Tukwila residents to use this facility Change has been made 23 2-10 2-11 Right column, last paragraph, 5th line Delete South after Tukwila International Boulevard Same paragraph The sentence starting with ^Arrodmom the ooumoante, Subarea Plan, the area..' confuses Tukwila South with Southcenter. Change has been adv. 24 2-11 2-11 What does Tukwila Pond "unearthing" mean. I was told that dredging the pond migh allow the p d to drain/perc in the ground. Perhaps unearthin is different than dredging This has been c*,meu. This e nois uxeuiomenoummntr, Subarea Plan. 25 3-1 3-1 On Page 3-1, Policy Statement 1 2, it might be good to add "neighboring jurisdictions" as a linkage particularly as this relates to traits in general and the Lake to Sound Trail as well as the Healthy Initiative for which Tukwila and other South King County Cities are involved. Change has been made 26 3-2 3-2 Goal sentence structure Rewrite to format as an accomplishment. For example, Community cohesion and Tukwila identify are created and supported by a parks and recreation system that provides small and /o,.e s.aces for social interaction and tatherin.. No chan e made. Goals are written as an c nmpnx»menoamon. 27 o—z o—z Goa 2. as pons wmenasi have the same priority which is incorrect Change has been made. 28 n—s s—n pumpnr Rewrite ^ Employ u anmnvmom practices m oao.ny parks and open space areas a provide continuing education f cn' sa non these pre ' es." Change has been made. uy 3-3 3-3 G re-write mm Inviting dab le" Move "safe" up tp before "well maintained" Add 4 7 -'Maintain parks and public spoc*s sommmr'veaofe.c|eun.aou*m/com/oy^ Changes have been made. n o z_s u_z Goal 5.3 add concept nfmp'ne�hunm000'mp park wm»eapano/ and ma/ne�ouo,*ovu needs Change has been made wpn/�vzz. Page 2 Tukwila PROS Plan Comment Lag 2/4/2014 Page 3 3-4 3-4 goal 5.9 - should be re-written to: Leverage the park, recreation and open space system to meet the needs of the residents while considering economic stimulation and needs of vistors, business, and employees. hange has been made. 4-1 4-1 Walkin. and Bikini - Green River trail exsansion in Tukwila South Change s been made. � 4-2 *-z On Page 4-2 adding ve ' ge abou aking connections to Renton via the new Sounder Station Sounder Station is mentioned but not a connection to Renton which has been in the works for a number of years) and the Lake to Sound Trail might be nice, This is further supported by Goal 1: Convenient and Connected System. Change has been made. nw 4-5 4-6 right column add safe" to the unstructured play Change has been made. 35 4-7 4-6 meou�//awwrlist u/pamomnnmuo/umn wv change. The nx'uf park utosa�iuennn°uv"mvEximino System Map. 36 4-o 4-s Revise map to new R-1 both sides of river between 1-405 and Strander and the west side of river from Strander BL to P-17 pond Change will ue made with map updates for Final Plan. »r 4-10 *-10 The goals, policies and recommendations of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan should be ( added) transferred m the Comprehensive Plan a,o plan element. The goals policies and recommendations of th is Plan should be the basis for the(updated) new parks, recreation and open space element of the Cornprehens ive Plan, MIG will create a separate document to accomplish this task. on 4-10 4-11 PG3 rewrite to "Consider partnering with the MPD to add non-aquatic programs " Change has been made. 39 4-10 *-1 Aupsa Partner with Tukwila Village to facility for Social Gathering Change has been made. 40 4-11 *-12 Growing Partnership section Add Tukwila Municipal Pool District to the list Change has been made. 41 4-12 «-m Improve Balance o( funding structure with contributing partners oe more direct, don't understand what is being said.. Change has been made. 42 s-n 5-a Corridor Plan Show the entire Lake to Sound uv,omoc Extend Corridor Plan u southern City nm/u This will be revised when preparing map updates for Final Plan. 43 s-o o-n Rwommn,p^ojects Identify street ends and a valuable resource and asset for gaining nnceom riverfront. See map attached. Change has been made. 44 s-s o-n Log House Park? Is this the same as Bicentennial Park? What about the open space near the George Long shops? Log House Park is a separate park and is identified in the City's CIP. 45 5-6 5'6 onP�*o�aogTau�5'1mo Black nwo,rmi//sxprcmovnr/nnnonedumnmmumnncouvnmmo ' regional Lake to Sound Trail. Are these one and the same7 rmohas been c/a,m,o. 46 5-6 s-o Connections v Add Tukwila Pond Park to connections list Change has been made. 47 o-o s-s Black River Trail Would this qualify as a riverfront n,Nocn Change has been made. 48 5-9 n-s Macadam Wetlands and VVinter Garden Include trai connections to the neighborhoods the east and creatpamoneut,onasw,xasconnrcnun,invm°,m,,°a/emo,enapar/tv Change has been made. 49 5-9 5-9 Southgate Park Steep property line along Tukwila International Boulevard, however, structural stair system could create a loop, improve access to park and improve connections between Riverton and the TIB corridor. This ha been clarified. 50 s_�o s_a Ryan nmPamMake m/,apenu*op�euuvVomoauegon�po� and acnui�xxue.n the p�emo land is expected to increase, acquire land for a park before costs go up. rmshas been u|omoeu. u� 5-10 5-9 walk and roll plan clarify prpect descriptions These have been clarified. Page 3 Cla 0 Tukwila PROS Plan Comment Log 2/4/2014 Page 4 zs 5-12 5-12 nven ory Undeveloped Land Tie thi ' in o the Goals and policies, tha , which goal and policy is plementing? Make the "inventory" a pending project -it needs to be funded; otherwise take out this paragraph. If City is not willing to start buying "open space" land - why inventory? Looking ahead to the "evaluative criteria" there is no mention of open space as being unidomificd need. Make ucomment that inventory may help with choice on proposed donations of land. Use 'Tukwila HID" parcel as an example. This has been clan led. 54 c 5-12 Potential External Partnerships Add Tukwila Municipal Pool District to the list Chan e has been made. 55 5-13 5-13 Expand Funding Flexibility 'nmnn the prioritization om*na'' Please /s/./auo/unreference moomena. What and where are they? rms^oybeen ' iex 56 5-15 4 and o— Add the following criteria Neighborhood Support Does the project have the support of the neighboring properties as well as those within walking distance? Safety Will the City be able to ensure adequate safety for both the users of the project and the neighboring properties? Maintenance Does the City have the necessa mnoxp ra mmed o ,mmg-tvnnmomenancw, Neighbothood support and maintenance have been clarified Safety is addressed in Supporting Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan Goals 7 no dgment acknowled gmem My name is misspelled Change has been made, 58 Appendix B Appendix o Renton is not included in Appendix B — Recreation Program ix as one of the public agen les. you need specific information we would be pleased to provide th you.. cxanyex*s been made. uy n'oo o'zs This isn000 minor but wanted m point out a typo nn page o'zs The first uv poin/undcr "Cu ,ren Park Use is missing an r in Park in the bolded heading. hunyu has been mage. 60 o-* D-4 typo ,ho"19 resyonses instead of 1 for Arts Culture coanqe has mae ode. 61 General General I live in Tukwila, near City Halt and wanted to put in my two cents ponauognwxo/mmoumanox leash area for the dog owners of our community. I see it noted in the "html" document that this is being considered for the Crestview, Duwamish or Foster/Lee parks /hope that an off leash area will come m fruition. It would be rnce to have something close to home where we can spend time outdoors with our dogs Thank you for considering that our furry friends need a safe place to exercise too Comment noted no change made. oz General 4-8 /, Shpu|o~em|nn,pocmcuorcuxin|e,p|m,cm/cc z Bring m the term open space perhaps m Forest and waterways. This Plan focuses on service area distances and the discussion m LOS i, summarized in the Needs Analysis, available under separate cover. The term open space has been added to Forest and Waterways. Page 4 Tukwila PROS Plan Comment Log 2/4/2014 63 General General Du a - h Gardens breaks g oun in 2 4 and should be included in some fo o fashion - future inventory, in progress, etc. ? Referen h p je has been a ded. 64 General ike and agree with most all of the goals here! - 65 General General Priority is Safety and Maintenance - How do we increase safety and security in existing sites. Emphasize the uniqueness of each park and their issues: programs are the parks; look to provide opportunities for neighborhood mtgs/BE3Q at parks to gather input: how are parks integrated into the neighborhoods, Maintain what we have should be a consideration vs. acquiring new_ long-term sustainability from a maintenance standpoint. Noting that the overall needs turned out to be more similar than different (overall vs. resident specific) Resident vs. Non-res/business = not parallel in my mind when it comes to spending $$ (policy statement to be considered) These changes have been made in various sections of the Plan as noted in other comments including pages 1-4, 1-5, 3— 2, 3-3, 3-4, 4-6. aw General General The foc s on connectivity and program diversificati n is great sr General General Dog park s not specified in projects Specific project ideas could be included but the plan focuses on providing a process to address specific project ideas 68 General 4-7 Adding for consideration: could Tukwila develop a ADA accessible playground This has been added. *e General 4_10 The efforts of the City to reach out to historically underserved communities is very admirable. There seems to be a lack of making ecosystem/env ronmental management and ecoliteracy a priority in the Plan. With the number of shoreline and other restoration projects the City has agreed to steward, it seems inherent that meaningful environmental stewardship planning and capacity-building is a priority in the City xappears owxamux Hill Preserve /x missing from the nwemont project Site u,\and moumueme�� A first glance it appears that this might be due to the size of the site, however, considering the other parks (Fort Dent, for one) and with Codiga included on the list, a seems that DHP should be. And perhaps Cecil Moses and North Wind's Weir, should they come on line in the TPR Dept The ontiguous element of these sites along the river are a prominent feature of our park system It will be encouraging to see more shoreline restoration on sites of traditional park use, such as the Environmental education has been added. Duwamish Hill Preserve has been added to list. opportunities at Fort Dent, no General General This plan offers an opportunity to tell a story including the importance of interconnectivity and the value of maintenance Tu=m|uoamuwu,m»mFmo/plan. 71 General General The direct links to the Strategic Plan is somethinig I would like to see in future plans 72 General Gene | I would like to see a big map produced A large format map has been included in the project . Page 5 Tukwila PROS Plan Comment Lo 2/4/2014 Page 6 .� ,sz � '�.,_ ��,,:^ rr ✓, � -� �" '%i � -vr= i"`''�- ' c "s .c Fz .q y I� �'� -`�- `� � 'w.`1,sh:: rc ` �s � ��.- 73 General 4 -7 Is there a way to include more guidance about community agriculture at the edges of sites, parking strips, along trails. Including a program to organize or identify some locations This has been added. 74 General General Could a Boys and Girls Club or community center in a new location bring programs closer to people This is an important part of the strategy around diversifying prom mm 75 General General Important to give a home to the recommendations of the Walk and Roll Plan, this plan provides a framework to make things happen 76 General Idea: sidebars that could add to the "story of the plan This will be added within Final Plan. 77 General Maximizing and sustaining the system are very important Page 6 ATTACHMENT B AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING A NEW PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE PLAN FOR THE CITY OF TUKWILA; REPEALING ORDINANCE NOS. 2207 AND 2213; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND ESTABLISHING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. WHEREAS, RCW 35A.63.062 authorizes the City of Tukwila to perform comprehensive park and open space planning; and WHEREAS, the Tukwila City Council requested that (through the Parks and Recreation Department) the administration prepare an updated Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan; and WHEREAS, the City administration and Park Commission have completed review and modification of the pPlan, and have forwarded the 2014 Parks, Recreation and Open Space pPlan to the City Council for review and adoption; and WHEREAS, the plan was presented to the public for comment and modification at a public hearing on November 25, 2013; NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, HEREBY ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. The 2014 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan, attached hereto as Exhibit A (Exhibit A), as presented with this ordinance, is hereby adopted. as the Parke Section 2. A copy of the Plan shall be filed in the City Clerk's Office for use and examination by the public. Section 3. The 2014 Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan is adopted by reference as part of the Comprehensive Plan. W: Word Processing \Ordinances \PROS Plan adopted strike -thru 2 -5 -14 DJ:bjs Page 1 of 2 33 Section 34. A copy of this ordinance and the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan shall be filed with the following City departments: 1. Community Development 2. Public Works Department 3. Finance Department 4. Parks & Recreation Department 5. Mayor's Office Section 45. The 2008 most recent Comprehensive Parks,. and Recreation and Open Space Plan, adopted by Ordinance No. 2207T on June 23, 2008, is hereby repealed. Section 66. Repealer. Ordinance Nos. 2207 and 2213 are hereby repealed. Section 67. Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon approval of the City Attorney, the City Clerk and the code reviser are authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the correction of clerical errors; references to other local, state or federal laws, codes, rules, or regulations; or ordinance numbering and section /subsection numbering. Section 78. Severability. If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or situation should be held to be invalid or unconstitutional for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this ordinance or its application to any other person or situation. Section 89. Effective Date. This ordinance or a summary thereof shall be published in the official newspaper of the City, and shall take effect and be in full force five days after passage and publication as provided by law. PASSED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TUKWILA, WASHINGTON, at a Regular Meeting thereof this day of , 2014. ATTEST /AUTHENTICATED: Christy O'Flaherty, MMC, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM BY: Shelley M. Kerslake, City Attorney Jim Haggerton, Mayor Filed with the City Clerk: Passed by the City Council: Published: Effective Date: Ordinance Number: Attachment: Exhibit A — Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan W: Word Processing \Ordinances \PROS Plan adopted strike -thru 2 -5 -14 DJ:bjs 34 Page 2 of 2 ATTACHMENT C The planning team would like to thank the people of Tukwila and the many individuals and groups that provided input throughout this process. The key to the development of this plan was the involvement of Tukwila's active, passionate and well- informed citizenry. City Council Jim Haggerton, Mayor David Cline, City Administrator De'Sean Quinn, President Kathy Hougardy, Past President Joe Duffle Allan Ekberg Katc Krullcr Parks Commission Sean Albert Joanne McManus Staff Advisory Group Kathy Hougardy, Past Council President David Cline, City Administrator Rick Still, Parks & Recreation Director Dave Johnson, Recreation Superintendent Nora Gierloff, Deputy Community Development Director Moira Bradshaw, Senior Planner Dc'Scan Quinn Kate Kruller Dennis Robertson Verna Seal Alice Russell Don Scanlon Bob Giberson, Public Works Director Bruce Linton, Assistant Police Chief Peggy McCarthy, Finance Director Evelyn Boykan, Human Services Program Manager Chris Flores, Acting Fire Chief Derek Speck, Economic Development Joyce Trantina, Project Analyst Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 35 36 S Tukwila is a community of many cultures and backgrounds, with a population and work force that is constantly evolving. As a part of a dynamic region Tukwila will continue to grow, adding thousands of new residents and jobs. One of the first and most frequent interactions new residents and employees will have is with the system of public spaces and facilities that beautify and support the wide range of recreational opportunities offered in the city. This system includes the lands, facilities and programs owned and operated by the City of Tukwila, as well as the public, community based and private partner providers that expand the opportunities for fitness, fun and relaxation. The Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan provides a responsive, flexible guide for the continuing evolution of the system. The City will play a major role in this evolution, as developer, programmer and partner. The projects presented in this PROS plan are the first implementation of the citywide vision adopted in Tukwila's Strategic Plan, representing the alignment of City efforts and opening doors to State and Federal funding. Community Priorities The City of Tukwila has committed itself as an organization that finds more effective ways to reach its highly diverse community of residents, as well as its many visitors and employees. During development of the PROS Plan, the City reached a wide cross section of the EXECUTIVE SUMMARY community. This wealth of public input revealed five-six overarching themes that describe the community's desires for the park, recreation and open system in Tukwila. • Accessible and connected parks and recreational opportunities • Parks and Open Space that are safe,' well maintained, and integrated into their local neighborhoods • Walking and biking, health and wellness • Socializing, gathering and a sense of community • Opportunities for all • Affordability and convenience Determining Needs The PROS Plan defines needs through a quantitative and qualitative analysis of the desires, ideas and concerns identified by the community. Focusing on the overarching themes, the analysis utilized the City's geographic information system data (GIS) to build a visual map illustrating how park users travel to parks. The planning team conducted further research to understand the types of recreation opportunities that exist in these parks Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plon t Formatted: Bullets and Numbering J 37 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY There are six categories that comprise the future concept. RIVERFRONT PROJECTS The Green /Duwamish River is a central feature in Tukwila for both recreational and environmental reasons. Projects within this river corridor need to be recognized for their relationship with the river and with each other. The PROS Plan aligns and unifies the efforts of many riverfront projects. PARTNER SITES Building a complete system in Tukwila relies on the use of partner sites including the Tukwila Pool, school sites, community organizations and sites that are owned or operated in partnership with other public entities. Expanding and protecting public access to these sites is critical to meeting community needs. CONNECTIONS The future system provides safer, more direct and more enjoyable connections to park and recreation facilities. Building on the City's past work to create walking and rolling connections, the future park system includes numerous new links to make getting there more fun. EXPANDED CAPACITY The future system requires more flexibility to support the changing needs of users. There are several harks that do not meet adopted standards but with potential to become more aop li _In addition, each acre of park land will have to support more people. Investments in existing sites and facilities will expand the capacity of the system. Of particular importance is creating the spaces for residents; to gather and build a broader community connection. Parks are also valued by visitors and workers. SUSTAINABLE STEWARDSHIP Looking to the long -term, sustainability in Tukwila's parks, recreation and open space system will include caring for the environmental, social and financial well- being of the community. The goals of the PROS Plan will help focus resources on the most important sites and programs to maximize the benefits and inspire another generation of users. DIVERSIFY PROGRAMS AND PARTNERS New approaches to recreation programming will expand the reach of the City and partner organizations. By creating space for experimentation, the City can explore and find ways to better serve ethnic and linguistic communities as well as the more varied needs of workers in the city. This effort, like all of the above, will not succeed without Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 38 • the help of community, City and priv partners. The City will need to proactively establish and build new relationships to extend the resource invested. Prioritizing and Funding With the resource constraints (land, staff, acquisition and operational funding) facing Tukwila, prioritizing funding projects will require both direction and flexibility. The system of prioritization accommodates the reality that many projects can not move forward until at least one important condition is met (land availability, neighboring redevelopment, grant success, etc.) and other projects are already committed and moving forward. The remaining projects are the ones that will require more conversation and prioritization by the City. For all projects in existing and future parks, maintenance and operations needs must be a key factor when basing decisions. Guided by this Plan, will enable the City can te-be more flexible with capital dollars to match grants and supplement other community resources. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 39 CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION Figure 1 -1: Planning Process Baseline Service Needs Analysis Assessment Strategy & Plan Development Draft & Final Plan Spring 2013 Summer 2013 PHASE 1: WHERE ARE WE NOW? Beginning in spring 2013, the purpose of Phase 1 was to establish a baseline of information to support the PROS Plan, including a review of the existing conditions in the community and an assessment of the existing park system and recreation services. Chapter 1 summarizes findings from this first phase, which are also detailed in the Existing Recreation Resources Summary available under separate cover. PHASE 2: WHERE DO WE WANT TO BE? In Phase 2, the PROS planning team designed and hosted an array of public involvement opportunities with City staff, community partners and the public to identify community preferences and desires. This phase included the community questionnaire and moving and listening sessions which allowed the City to hear from a wide cross section of Tukwila. Key needs identified from this phase are discussed in Chapter 2. The combination of these efforts resulted in identifying the parks, recreation and open space concept presented in Chapter 5. Summer /Fall Fall/Winter 2013 2013 PHASE 3: HOW DO WE GET THERE? Building on the outcomes of Phases 1 and 2, the PROS planning team began developing recommendations and plan elements in support of the envisioned future of the system. Outcomes of this phase included a list of capital projects, project prioritization criteria and a funding strategy to identify how the PROS Plan and its recommendations will be funded. Chapters 3, 4 and 5 present the direction setting elements developed through this phase. PHASE 4: WHERE /HOW DO WE START IMPROVEMENTS? Phase 4 consisted of final review and refinement of the Draft Plan, presented before the public and City Council, resulting in the Final Plan. Public Involvement The City of Tukwila has committed itself as an organization to find more effective ways to reach its highly diverse community of residents as well as its many visitors -and employees. Building on the lessons and connections gained from the Strategic Plan Process, the PROS Plan built in opportunities for 1 -2 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 40 CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION BROAD OUTREACH Balancing and validating the targeted input, the planning process also included several activities that were available to any resident, visitor or employee in Tukwila. • Community Questionnaire: Allowing any respondents to candidly weigh -in on the park system at their convenience and their own pace, the questionnaire generated 418 responses. This option was uniquely suited to capturing input from residents as well as employees and - results indicated no major differences between the two groups. • Community Workshop: The City held a traditional workshop meeting to offer the opportunity for face -to -face interaction with the planning team. The workshop was open to the entire community and participants could stay for as much time as they wanted, to discuss issues, opportunities and challenges related to parks, recreation programming, facilities and open space. 14 • Extended Outreach: Extending the outreach activities to gather feedback and build interest for the PROS Plan out in the community, a series of questions were posed on display boards. Participants at Teen Late Night, Backyard Wildlife and the senior lunch program were invited to indicate their answers using dots as votes. The questions were later displayed in the lobby of the Tukwila Community Center for additional participation. KEY THEMES Throughout all of the public involvement activities, several common themes related to the park, recreation and open system surfaced. The recurrence of these themes through multiple channels of input provides a high level of confidence that these issues are the most important for Tukwila's PROS system today. • Accessible and connected parks and recreational opportunities: Across all involvement activities, participants indicated that they desire parks and recreation activities and programming that are close -to -home and easy to access. Many felt that existing opportunities are disconnected by busy streets and physical distance and that there are few direct or affordable options to get to parks. Improved access to the river was also important to participants. • Walking and biking, health and wellness: Walking, biking and activities that promote general health and wellness are the most popular and desired in Tukwila. Participants felt strongly that more opportunities for Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 41 these activities are essential to overall quality of life. • Socializing, gathering and a sense of community: According to community feedback, opportunities that allow for socializing and gathering are important,_ both for residents as well as employees. Many felt that these activities and public spaces that support them are central to a sense of community and overall feeling of well- being. Feedback also indicated that Tukwila's diverse cultural groups desire both formal and informal settings to meet, celebrate and socialize. • Opportunities for all: Many participants, and especially members of the city's diverse language groups, felt that the City needs to play a stronger role providing services that are offered in different languages and that cater to different cultural needs. Some felt that the language barrier prevents them from using parks and programs, or from knowing what's available. • Affordable and convenient opportunities: Participants felt strongly that recreation services and programs should be affordable. Many also felt that programs and classes should be more flexible and available at different times and formats. Community Context Each year, the city's population base changes as refugees and immigrants from all over the world enter the United States and begin their new lives in Tukwila. There are over 70 languages CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION spoken in the community and the city has one of the highest percentages of non - English speakers in King County and the State of Washington. This makes for a dynamic population in Tukwila, and means that the way people use parks and recreation services may shift more frequently than in other places. Figure 1 -2: Foreign -Born Population by Place of Birth in selected South King Cities, 2006 -2010. 36% of total is foreign-born 35% 31% 28% 26% 22% Tukwila SeaTac Renton Kent 20% 8urien King County Source: City of Tukwila Strategic Plan, based on ACS, 2006 -2010; BERK, 2012 The City's Strategic Plan projects a future population of nearly 23,000 by 2030, based on a 1.1% average annual growth rate. This growth rate accounts for annexations, as well as growth within the current city limits. Major annexations include Oxbow and Tukwila South. Tukwila South, the most recently approved addition, encompasses about 500 acres of land along the Green/Duwamish River at the south end Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 1 -5 42 Oceania Africa • Europe • Americas • Asia CHAPTER 1. INTRODUCTION of the city, and could accommodate approximately 1,505 additional residents. PARK LAND There are 32 park properties in the City's inventory totaling 273 acres (Table 1 -1). The Existing System Map shows the location of all parks and recreation resources in the system, comprising developed and undeveloped park lands. Trails, schools and recreation sites owned by other providers are also part of this system and add to the number of resources provided by the City. Appendix A provides a detailed list of park and recreation areas. Tukwila's developed parks function as one of two park types: local parks or special use parks. There are also nearly 29 acres of open space lands. Table 1 -1: Tukwila's Exist'ng Park Land • Local Parks: Local parks provide for a range of opportunities, such as soccer or playground play, and are generally intended to serve the surrounding neighborhood. • Special Use Parks: As their name implies, special use parks focus on a unique or singular attraction such as a water feature, garden or community center. These park types vary in size according to the amenity that they showcase. • Open Space: Open spaces are tt4eve4eped -parks that efe- protected -er natural system benefits such as wildlife habitat and water quality. Open space sites can also provide for public use such as trail activities, education and interpretation and water access. These sites include riverfront lands, wooded areas and /or steeply sloped hillsides. .s. PROGRAMS AND SERVICES The Tukwila Community Center serves a vital role by providing the majority of public recreation programming and support services in the city. Along with City- sponsored programs, neighboring communities, public schools, private providers and non - profits expand the number of park and recreation related benefits available to Tukwila residents. Appendix B provides a complete list of programs. RECREATION PARTNERS Tukwila partners with area schools to increase access to sport fields and playgrounds in areas that lack parks. The Highline and Tukwila school districts lease former school sites to Tukwila for park uses, including Crestview Park, Duwamish Park, Riverton Park and Joseph Foster Memorial /Lee Philips Park. The City also partners with King County to expand 1 -6 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 43 Total Parks Total Acreage Local Parks 10 48.1 Special Use Parks 10 196.2 Open Space 12 28.8 Total 32 273.1 • Local Parks: Local parks provide for a range of opportunities, such as soccer or playground play, and are generally intended to serve the surrounding neighborhood. • Special Use Parks: As their name implies, special use parks focus on a unique or singular attraction such as a water feature, garden or community center. These park types vary in size according to the amenity that they showcase. • Open Space: Open spaces are tt4eve4eped -parks that efe- protected -er natural system benefits such as wildlife habitat and water quality. Open space sites can also provide for public use such as trail activities, education and interpretation and water access. These sites include riverfront lands, wooded areas and /or steeply sloped hillsides. .s. PROGRAMS AND SERVICES The Tukwila Community Center serves a vital role by providing the majority of public recreation programming and support services in the city. Along with City- sponsored programs, neighboring communities, public schools, private providers and non - profits expand the number of park and recreation related benefits available to Tukwila residents. Appendix B provides a complete list of programs. RECREATION PARTNERS Tukwila partners with area schools to increase access to sport fields and playgrounds in areas that lack parks. The Highline and Tukwila school districts lease former school sites to Tukwila for park uses, including Crestview Park, Duwamish Park, Riverton Park and Joseph Foster Memorial /Lee Philips Park. The City also partners with King County to expand 1 -6 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 43 CHAPTER 2. PARK AND RECREATION NEEDS access to local parks and public school sites. Based on the analysis, there are four locations in the city that are greater than a 1/4- to 1/2-mile service area distance to local parks and schools (Figure 2 -1). Figure 2 -1: Access to Parks Gap Areas • P2: This location is cut off from the rest of Tukwila by rail lines and the hillside. The gap is close to Seattle's Kubota Garden Park — however, there are no public school sites nearby. • P5: There are no local parks near to this location, but Foster High School and Showalter Middle School are in close proximity and provide sports fields, courts and playgrounds. Tukwila Pool is also near this location but does not offer the types of amenities available at local parks. • P7: Crystal Springs Park is a local park near to this location, but there is no public access to its western parcel from the west side. There are also no public schools in close proximity. • P8: This location has a higher than average density of housing but lacks convenient access to any local parks or schools. Tukwila Park is the closest local park, but it is not within a 1/4- to 1/2-mile distance. The multi - purpose fields and playground at Tukwila Elementary School are nearby, but they lack direct access from this location. Recreational Activity Needs and Park Capacity Tukwila's parks provide different experiences and offer different activities throughout the system. Based on key themes identified during the public involvement activities, there are five types of activities that are most needed. Though not all areas of the city offer these activities, certain parks have existing capacity and can be improved to meet these needs. 2 -2 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 44 RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES Walking and Biking Walking and biking activities require safe, convenient and accessible trails for recreation and transportation. Tukwila's Green River Trail is the primary trail system in the city and provides a north /south connection along the Green /Duwamish River. The Interurban Trail is another important amenity that provides access to neighboring cities. There are also several railways and rail branches that have potential for future use as trails. Walking and biking are the most popular and desired activities in Tukwila. Outcomes from public involvement activities indicated that more opportunities for these activities are essential to overall quality of life. However, busy streets, the river and steep slopes create safety barriers to reach parks, and there are few east/west connections across the city. Social Gathering Social gathering occurs in small and large spaces. These activities vary from smaller gatherings under 20, to more formal gatherings and events of 50 or greater. Large, formal social gathering activities can require a number of park and facility amenities such as restrooms, picnic tables, drinking water access and parking. For larger gatherings up to 50 people, the City requires reservations ahead of time. Group activities outside with 50 or more People require reservations at the community centerThc City requires CHAPTER 2, PARK AND RECREATION NEEDS Community Center. According to community feedback, opportunities and places that allow for socializing and gathering are important. Many felt that these activities are central to a sense of community and overall feeling of wellbeing. Feedback also indicated that Tukwila's diverse cultural groups desire both formal and informal settings to meet, celebrate and socialize. Organized Sports Organized sports occur on fields and courts that allow for pick -up games, practices and /or team sports. These include baseball fields, soccer fields and multi - purpose fields, and full -court basketball and tennis courts. In Tukwila, the Community Center, Fort Dent Park and school fields and courts provide for most organized sports activities. According to public feedback, places and programs that offer youth sports are some of the most needed types of offerings. Most parks do not offer the variety of organized sports facilities, such as sport fields and ball courts, required to meet the needs of nearby residents. Residents expressed a desire for open and available soccer fields, with a decrease in interest for fee -based leagues. According to the Equity for All report, soccer is an important part of East African culture, but many youth expressed that they rarely have the opportunity to play. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 2 -3 45 Table 2- Fark CaDac 2. Pce :s and Reereo! ion hlec Five South Park View Park view nark........._. ar €ngs Park Paris e _ My r'r Riverton Mini -Park .� . Cryst al Sp Duw arrish Hazelnut Park Jere ph Foster River Riverton Park Tukwila Park e Codi as Park - Boat la park 1 pr Park Duwarn sh Hill Fresery Fort Dent Park (Starfire Sports Comp! Fester Golf Links Ikawa Park (Japanese Garden) Macadam Wetlands & Winter Garden Tukwila Community Center launch, w;i dlife hservati education Tukwila Pond Park Tukwila Poo! Black River .ironmenta! Cecil Moses Memeria Christiensen Road Prot Green Rlvnr Let Interurban Hiii Lot Lookout Par4........ North Wind's Weir P -17 Pend 'Rivc?rvev Plaza Ri Southgate Park Tukwila Hill Tukwila Parkway ox Drive,Pamela Driv Telemi(o Parks, Recreni;on and'-- Open Spode Draft Pion Recreation Programming Public programs and community services are important to many residents. These resources contribute to quality of life and community and personal health. This section describes the City's program participation, goals for program costs and cost recovery, and program service gaps. PROGRAM PARTICIPATION Recreation program participation data provides a snapshot of the level of contact that organized recreation activities create (Table 2 -2). Appendix B provides a complete list of programs. Table 2 -2: City of Tukwila Recreation Program Participation (2012) Program Area 2012 Participation Preschool 1,805 Youth Programs 12,848 Teen Programs 4,297 Youth /Teen Athletics 10,051 Youth /Teen Special 1,396 Special Interest Classes 3,867 Fitness Classes 7,854 Adult Athletics 2,969 Open Gym /Racquetball, 28,052 Senior Services 5,276 Senior Trips and Tours 843 Senior Social Activity 447 Senior Classes 7,345 Senior Sports /Fitness 4,046 Rentals - TCC 57,876 Rentals - Athletics Fields 2,120 Rentals Picnic Shelters 3,358 CHAPTER 2. PARK AND RECREATION NEEDS The data is collected and presented in terms of the number of units of participation, therefore showing how many times each of these program areas touches the community.' The largest participation number is reported for the rental of the Tukwila Community Center. This reflects the significant number of small and large events that take place in and around this well used facility. Other high numbers reflect the focus on "public good" programs, such as youth and senior programming as directed by policy (described below). Participation in specific recreation programs is a complex function of various factors including desire /demand, schedule and affordability. The magnitude of many of these numbers reflects the regular attendance of a group of participants over a series of regularly occurring programs. COST RECOVERY GOALS The Parks and Recreation Department is working toward a program cost recovery model based on a three tiered hierarchy. Each program service level has a different cost recovery range, from private programs that are mostly to fully 2 Source: City of Tukwila. Participation measured in units = number of people in an activity x number of days the activity meets. The data does not indicate how many unique individuals participate in each category, which would be difficult or impossible to collect for some program types. The data does not include particioation at the Tukwila Pool. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 2 -7 47 summer camps and organizing educational excursions throughout the greater Seattle area. Awareness Distributing information about programming options is one of the factors that is especially challenging to Tukwila due to the large number of linguistic groups residing in the city. While finding the methods that best connect to residents is always a challenge, being able to provide the information in multiple languages and identify the most culturally effective methods adds significantly to raising awareness. Schedule Schedule is a key factor in matching programs to participants. Aligning programs to fit around work, school and family schedules was an important finding from the online questionnaire. Evening, weekend and early morning class times were most desirable. Currently, the majority of programming is held during weekday evenings, between the hours of 6 and 8 pm. Most morning programs are oriented for youth, such as swim lessons, summer camps and before school programs. There are fewer programs that occur during the lunch hour, and few early morning classes oriented for adults. Affordability The City has a direct hand in determining the affordability of programming to the user through the application of the cost recovery policy. The gap in affordability is largely about CHAPTER 2. PARK AND RECREATION NEEDS reconciling the variety of populations to serve, the programs to offer and the level of community investment. Affordability is also about the willingness and ability of the City to make more affordable programs available and to reconsider the way its current cost recovery policy is applied. Community input, particularly from the cultural and linguistic minorities in Tukwila, has indicated that even small user fees can be a major barrier to participation. The community questionnaire explored the balance of City investment and user fees for a selection of program types. Overall, respondents indicated that costs should be shared in some way (few indicated that any program should be 100% supported by the City). Two categories of programs were notably high in responses indicating that the user should pay 100% of costs: adult sports (35% of respondents) and fitness classes (21% of respondents). Alternatives Starfire Sports, SeaTac Community Center, Tukwila Pool, and the Matt Griffin YMCA provide the widest array of alternative recreation programs in and around Tukwila (Appendix B). These providers provide the most overlap with City of Tukwila offerings. • Starfire Sports: Starfire is largely focused on soccer (and other field sports) and offers a premium experience that is utilized by users from across the region. This facility requires an annual membership that ranges from $35 (basic) to $50 (premier membership) Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 2 -9 48 CHAPTER 2. PARK AND RECREATION NEEDS for access to the facility and its programs, and field use fees ranging from $33 per hour per participant for youth, to $77 per hour per participant for adults. Between the cost, the demand for field space and the location on the east side of the Green /Duwamish River, Starfire can be seen as a complement to the City programs and services with minimal overlap. • SeaTac Community Center: The SeaTac Community Center is located just outside of Tukwila to the northeast in the City of SeaTac. The 27,000 square foot facility features an indoor gym, weight room and reservable banquet room. The building also features an arts and crafts room and multi- purpose room that accommodate different types of recreational programming. Drop -in class fees are $6 and most activity fees are $2.50 - $3.50. There is also a monthly weight room pass available for $28 (adults) and $21 (seniors). • Tukwila Pool: The Tukwila Pool is centrally located in Tukwila and operated by the Tukwila Metropolitan Park District, approved by voters in 2011. The indoor pool is open year - round and offers a range of aquatics Programs and classes, including open swim and party rentals. For winter 2014, pool rates range from $3 -$4 for youth /senior and adult drop -in fees (respectively). a 10 -punch pass with discounted rates for residents, and monthly and annual passes. Scholarships are also available. During 2012/2013, the District commissioned major renovations to the pool, pppl utilities and building exterior. • YMCA: While not located in Tukwila, the Matt Griffith YMCA center (near the border between Tukwila and SeaTac) offers a wide range of recreation opportunities that are similar to the City's offerings. The YMCA requires a one -time joining fee ranging from $25 (youth) to $100 (adults) and monthly membership fees from $32 (youth) to $65 (adult). Membership allows for unlimited use of all 13 YMCA facilities in the greater Seattle area, including most health and wellness programs. Specialty classes and programs requiring additional fees are offered at a lower rate to members. The YMCA also offers financial assistance with the intention of serving as much of the community as possible, Considering the range of programs available, the proximity to Tukwila and its competitive costs, the YMCA can be seen as a competitor to City programs. 2 -10 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan Formatted: Bullets and Numbering 49 Growth and Economic Development Future growth in Southcenter —the city's urban core —and revitalization along busy street corridors such as Tukwila International Boulevard will require improved access to parks and recreation services. In addition, Tukwila's large employee population constitutes a potential market and may have unmet recreation needs not addressed in previous recreation planning efforts. Tukwila's Strategic Plan calls for investing in the unique future of specific sub -areas of the city. These include Tukwila International Boulevard Set�ih, Southcenter and Tukwila South. Tukwila &etrth- encompasses about 500 acres of land along the Grccn /Duwamish River at the south end of the city. According to the Southcenter Subarea Plan, the area could accommodate approximately 2,710 new households and 5,359 new employees by 2031. The Plan presents goals for the regionally recognized urban center, calling for the redevelopment of underused properties and oversized parking lots into revitalized public spaces. It also provides a specific objective to add high quality open spaces and recreation areas to stimulate new development, including substantial housing development. The Southcenter Subarea Plan calls for Green /Duwamish River restoration and Tukwila Pond "unearthing" to enhancementse to bolster community identity and create revitalized public CHAPTER 2. PARK AND RECREATION NEEDS amenities. Along with recommendations in the Shoreline Master Plan, the Southcenter Subarea Plan envisions an urban waterfront with an amenity anchor along the northern edge of the pond containing retail, housing and hotels. Further south. Tukwila South encompasses about 500 acres of land along the Green /Duwamish River at the south end of the city. Through a development agreement. the recently annexed area of the city will serve as a major emplovment center with the potential for thousands of new jobs. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 2 -1 1 50 P ! 1 c " >; The following goals and policies provide the framework needed to create the first parks, recreation and open space element of Tukwila's Comprehensive Plan. The proposed goals enhance existing policies that relate to the park and recreation system, provided in the Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan. Appendix C provides a more detailed overview of how the PROS Plan goals relate to these two plans. System Goals and Policies There are five goals that describe the desired future state of Tukwila's parks, recreation and open space system. Goal 1: Convenient and Connected System Goal 2: A Sense of Community Goal 3: Opportunities for All Goal 4: Inviting and Affordable Goal 5: Healthy People and Places POLICIES Each goal contains multiple policies that establish more specific directions for the PROS system. Policies reflect public needs, past and current planning efforts and policies, as well as strategic planning, design and management principles. Chapters 4 and 5 provide detailed recommendations and implementation strategies to carry out these policies. CHAPTER 3. GOALS AND POLICIES GOAL 1: CONVENIENT AND CONNECTED SYSTEM Parks, recreation opportunities and open spaces are close to home and work and are interconnected by safe streets, off - street trails and public transportation. Convenient and Connected System Policies 1.1 Create a system of close -to -home recreation opportunities. 1.2 Link parks to other destinations in the community and region such as schools, neighboring jurisdictions. regional parks and natural areas, and major employment centers. 1.3 Improve the pedestrian and bicyclist environment by creating safe and efficient connections across busy streets, railways and the river. 1.4 Increase physical connectivity with and views of the Green /Duwamish River. 1.5 Integrate linkages to recreation areas and open spaces when planning and designing the transportation system. 1.6 Include public transportation planning with the design and provision of parks and recreation programs and services. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 3- 51 CHAPTER 3. GOALS AND POLICIES GOAL 2: A SENSE OF COMMUNITY The parks and recreation system builds community cohesion by providing places and programs for social interaction and gathering of all sizes, with designs that strengthen Tukwila's identity. A Sense of Community Policies 2.1 Design parks and recreation facilities that encourage social interaction, and gathering of large and small groups. 2.2 Design parks and recreation facilities that celebrate unique features of Tukwila and that contribute to quality of life and neighborhood needs. 2.3 Hold community events that encourage interaction between neighbors and celebrate the diversity of Tukwila. 2.4 Interpret local culture, history and environment throughout the system. 2.5 Integrate art throughout the city. 2.6 Support plans, policies, projects and programs to expand and improve the park and open space system in the Southcenter and Tukwila South areas, and seek opportunities to develop new facilities that enhance the overall experience of residents, while also considering the needs of employees, residents, business owners and visitors. GOAL 3: OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL Parks, recreation opportunities and public services offer something for all ages, abilities and cultures, in settings, locations and times that are convenient to as many as possible. Opportunities for All Policies 3.1 Offer flexible recreation programming that is constantly improving and responding to current trends and community desires. 3.2 Provide programs that embrace Tukwila's many cultures, customs and interests. 3.3 Design accessible parks, facilities and programs for all ages and abilities. 3.4 Increase the capacity at existing parks and recreation facilities to maximize use and expand public access. 3.5 Provide indoor and outdoor spaces designed for flexibility of use. 3.6 Consider future growth needs and planned density when providing recreation opportunities. 3.7 Expand program options through enhanced partnerships and volunteerism. 3.2 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 52 GOAL 4: SAFE, INVITING AND AFFORDABLE Parks and facilities are safe, well maintained and; clean -a f4 -safe, and programs and services are welcoming and accessible for all people. Safe, Inviting and Affordable Policies 4.1 Design parks and public spaces using accepted public safety standards such as Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Principles (CPTED) or Defensible Space. 4.2 Develop park master plans or site designs that guide all major park improvements and that achieve cohesive design and efficient phasing of projects. 4.3 Involve the community in all aspects of project and program planning and implementation. 4.4 Involve community partners and volunteers in the construction and maintenance of parks to build public ownership and reduce City costs. 4.5 Increase access to affordable, free or reduced cost programs and services. 4.6 Expand awareness of the full range of program offerings and recreation options made available by the City and others. 4.7 Maintain parks and public spaces so that they are safe, clean, and welcoming. CHAPTER 3. GOALS AND POLICIES GOAL 5: HEALTHY PEOPLE AND PLACES Parks, recreation opportunities and open spaces promote healthy, active lifestyles, are designed and managed to engage and enhance the natural environment and the local economy. Healthy People and Places Policies 5.1 Provide services for all ages to encourage community members to try new activities and build a habit of healthy living. 5.2 Ensure that projects and programs create a social, economic and environmental return on investment. 5.3 Consider long -term management, operations and maintenance needs when implementing new projects and programs. 5.4 Incorporate designs with green infrastructure, water and energy efficiency and storm water management, that create minimal environmental impacts. 5.5 Co- locate public infrastructure, environmental and recreational projects where practicable. 5.6 Regularly monitor and maintain natural areas to control invasive species and other impacts. 5.7 Employ best management practices in managing parks and open space areas and provide continuing education for City staff on these practices. meat practices and provide continuing Formatted: Bullets and Numbering Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 3 -3 53 CHAPTER 3. GOALS AND POLICIES managing parks and open space areas f G ty staff: 5.8 Provide public education resources to promote understanding of Tukwila's natural environment and river ecosystem while building a stewardship ethic in the community. 5.9 Leverage the park, recreation and open space system to meet the needs of the residents while considering economic stimulation and needs of visitors, business, and employees.stitmuliate t4+e economy -arid attract and retain res+def4ts, businesses and employees. 3.4 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 54 Each recommendation in this chapter is intended to achieve multiple objectives. Many will help achieve more than one of the PROS Plan goals. Recommendations cover a range of topics, organized into nine general categories. Recommendation Categories Walking and Biking Social Gathering Organized Sports Unstructured Play River Access Physical Planning and Management Forests and Waterways Programs and Services Communications and Partnerships Walking and Biking PROVIDE SAFE AND CONVENIENT PLACES FOR WALKING AND BIKING BY FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS OF ADOPTED PLANS. Along with the needs identified in this Plan, the Walk and Roll Plan and Comprehensive Plan outline recommended walking and biking improvements throughout the city. Project priorities should be part of the City's annual capital planning process as a collaborative effort between the Parks & Recreation Department and Department of Public Works. CHAPTER 4, RECOMMENDATIONS INCREASE ACCESS TO WALKING AND BIKING BY ADDING TRAILS IN PARKS WITH EXISTING CAPACITY. Safe places to walk and bike should be added where possible throughout Tukwila. To meet this objective, there are several parks with potential for new trails. Nearly all are City -owned and most of these parks have good improvement potential. The City should consider adding internal or looped pathways in these sites to provide places to walk and bike. Some locations should be studied to determine whether connections can be added to link to other trails such as the Green River Trail. Codiga Park Crestview Park Crystal Springs Park Duwamish Gardens Duwamish Hill Preserve Macadam Wetlands Southgate Park Tukwila Hill Tukwila Park Tukwila Pond Park Tukwila South INVEST IN BICYCLIST AND PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS IN IDENTIFIED FOCUS AREAS. There are ten focus areas that lack convenient and safe walking and biking Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 4 -1 55 CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS access (Figure 4 -1). The locations are general areas within Tukwila that are greater than i /a- to 1 -mile from the Green River Trail. These areas also highlight connections (envisioned in the City's Walk and Roll Plan and supported by input to this Plan) that could greatly improve access for walking and biking connectivity. • WB1: Connect the Tukwila Community Center from the south and west through a modification to the Allentown Bridge, or new pedestrian /bicycle bridge. • WB2: Cross Tukwila International Boulevard to access Southgate Park. • W83: Connect north /south, and cross 144th Street to improve access to Cascade View Community Park. • WB4: Connect opposite sides of Highway 518. • W85: Cross 1 -5 and connect east/west. • WB6: Cross I -5 near the Southcenter Mall. • W87: Connect the Southcenter Mall and Southcenter Transit Center with the Green River ate- Interurban, and Lake to Sound trails. This linkage will connect with , and the Sounder Commuter Rail Station and the City of Renton viawtth a pedestrian walkway and bridge over the Green River. • W88: Cross Boeing Access Road. • WB9: Cross Highway 518 along 51'' Avenue. • WB10: Cross the Green /Duwamish River near South 178`" Street to Brisco Park, and continue with planned pathways within Tukwila South. 4 -2 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 56 CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS INCREASE ACCESS TO UNSTRUCTURED PLAY IN IDENTIFIED FOCUS AREAS. There is unmet demand for unstructured play throughout the city. The City should increase places for safe unstructured play in areas that lack convenient access through new features and partnerships (Figure 4 -4). Figure 4 -4: Unstructured Play Focus Areas • U1: Add a nature play area with development of Ryan Hill Park. • U2: Partner with McMicken Heights Elementary School for use of school facilities during non school hours. • U3: Improve access to Crystal Springs Park and add a nature play feature to this park. • U4: Improve access to Tukwila Elementary School to allow for use of school facilities during non - school hours. Physical Planning and Management REPLACE THE EXISTING NUMERICAL PARK LAND LEVEL OF SERVICE STANDARD WITH AN OVERALL PARK LAND SERVICE AREA DISTANCE. Tukwila's approach to park and recreation services should be based on providing different park types that serve specific functions, following the classifications outlined in this Plan. The service area distance is based on - providing convenient access and maximizing benefits to the public by preventing duplication of services. Use of this measurement also considers non- residents, such as workers and visitors. RANK PARK AND RECREATION PROJECTS THROUGH THE USE OF PRIORITIZATION CRITERIA. The criteria should be used as a starting point to identify how projects should be ranked, while factoring changing conditions and opportunities. 4 -6 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 57 DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT UPDATED PARK DESIGN GUIDELINES AND POLICIES. Design guidelines for park and recreation development should be used as a basis for all future park master plans and park improvements. These should reference the guidelines provided in the Southcenter Subarea Plan, and outline best practices in system development, including parameters for park character and size, access and compatible amenities and features. The guidelines should promote compatibility between uses and structures adjacent to parks. REDUCE THE MAINTENANCE NEEDS OF LOW- FUNCTIONING SMALL PARKS. Several of the city's smaller parks should be undergo maintenance efficiency improvements to better align with the way these sites are used by the public. This could include replacing selected areas of turf with groundcover or permeable pavers, increasing or adding to tree groves or replacing park benches with seat walls. ADD A DISC GOLF COURSE TO THE SYSTEM. Parks with capacity for a disc golf course offer open areas or fairways ranging between 20 -40 feet wide, and can accommodate nine tee pads and baskets, signage and user amenities such as benches. Southgate Park has potential for adding a disc golf course. However, the park currently has no public access, parking or access to transit. CHAPTER 4, RECOMMENDATIONS IDENTIFY THE PREFERRED LOCATION FOR AN ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY GARDEN. The public has identified Duwamish Park as having potential for a community garden. Gardens require at least six hours of unobstructed sunlight, access to a reliable water source and fencing. Duwamish Park is not City - owned but has good public access, parking and portable restrooms. The City can also consider adding small - scale community gardens in underused spaces such as parking strips, trail corridors and site edges. IDENTIFY THE PREFERRED LOCATION FOR AN OFF -LEASH DOG PARK. The public has also expressed a need for a dog park, or off -leash dog area, at Crestview, Duwamish and /or Joseph Foster Memorial /Lee Philips Park. Basic requirements for dog parks should include secure fencing, access to water, shade and parking. All of these parks have parking but are not owned by the City. CREATE A PERMANENT SKATE PARK. The Tukwila Skatepark should be a permanent feature of the park system. The facility should be located within the Tukwila Community Center property or Foster High School in a location with good visibility and access. DEVELOP AN ACCESSIBLE PLAY AREA Identify a site suitable for designing an accessible play area that meets ADA guidelines while providing a fun and engaging place to play. The City should Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 58 t Formatted: Heading 2 4 -7 CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS form a partnership team with public and private groups to design the site and seek donations of materials and /or services to make the project cost effective for the City. Forests and Waterways INCREASE ACCESS TO FORESTS AND THE RIVER. There are -€i six parks that have capacity to increase access to forests and the river, or that can incorporate Iopen space or views of these resources. Some sites, such as Duwamish Park are near the river but could have access to the river through safer street crossings or trail connections. Planned improvements for Duwamish Hill Preserve will provide access to the river. Duwamish Park is not City owned, making future improvements more challenging. The city's proximity to the Green /Duwamish River make non - motorized boat launches a desirable amenity to supply activities such as canoeing and kayaking. Duwamish Hill Preserve and Duwamish Park both offer potential for boat launching if access is available. Bicentennial Park Christiensen Road Property Duwamish Gardens Duwamish Hill Preserve (Phase Ill Improvements) Duwamish Park Foster Golf Course (north end) IMPROVE CONNECTIVITY TO THE RIVER. Tukwila is defined by the Green /Duwamish River and many of the city's existing parks are located on or adjacent to this waterway. The Southcenter Subarea Plan calls for improved connectivity to the river, as well as a bridge to connect with the Sounder Station and future park near this location on the east bank of the river. However, there are two locations where connectivity should be improved to allow for increased use and enjoyment of the river (Figure 4 -5). • R1: Work with willing property owners to identify opportunities to connect to the river in this location. • R2: Implement planned trail within this area to increase connectivity to the river. 4 -8 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 59 CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS ENHANCE THE URBAN TREE CANOPY. The City should conduct a citywide tree inventory and identify ways to improve and increase the urban tree canopy by working with volunteer groups and other public and non - profit agencies. This effort should also seek ways of improving the health of the existing urban forest. PROVIDE MORE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND INTERPRETATION. The Parks & Recreation Department should continue to integrate the city's natural resources with public awareness through a variety of volunteer programs, nature walks and interpretive services as well as use of social media and public outreach, to foster long -term support and stewardship. Programs and Services INCREASE PROGRAMMING LOCATION OPTIONS, TARGETING ACCESS FROM THE DENSEST RESIDENTIAL AREAS, WHERE PRACTICABLE. The City should expand recreation programming and services in these locations using a combination of mobile programming and classes and activities held at City -owned and school -owned locations. Environmental education, community gardening and skill - building Programs can all occur within parks. In particular, the City should focus attention on the following seven focus areas that currently lack convenient access to programming (Figure 4 -6). • PG1: Continue to offer programming at the Tukwila Community Center. • PG2: Consider adding programming at Cascade View Elementary School. Figure 4 -6: Programming Focus Areas 4 -10 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 60 • PG3: Consider •artn'rin ith the MPE) to add non - aquatic programs at Tukwila Pool, and partner with schools to provide programming at school -owned property during non - school hours. edding non aquatic p -T kwi+a- -Peel; - anti -av er- w4t#i -se -heels to- pie- prog�e jg at sc ool ewrie. . ; • -. a n �e -heet hour;. • PG4: Partner with Thorndyke Elementary School to consider adding programming during non - school hours. • PG5: Consider offering mobile programming in nearby parks to meet the needs of this area. • PG6: Partner with Tukwila Elementary School to consider adding programming during non - school hours. • PG7: Demand for programming and public services in Southcenter will continue to increase in the future as new residential growth occurs. Consider traditional place -based offerings, such as programming at a park or building, as well as alternative options such as mobile programming, to meet the needs of this area. • PG8: Partner with Tukwila Village to provide a facility for social gathering. REFINE THE CURRENT COST - RECOVERY FRAMEWORK TO INCREASE AFFORDABILITY OF DIFFERENT PROGRAMS. The Parks and Recreation Department should increase the base of options provided for free or at low cost to the public. CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS Experiment with different types of programs based on enhanced outreach to the city's diverse populations, and allocate resources to test new and alternative programming. The City should allocate resources to expand the availability of programming available to different cultures and language groups. The City should annually evaluate the performance and need of these services, against the value provided for participants. PURSUE ALTERNATIVE SERVICE DELIVERY MODELS TO ENHANCE PROGRAMMING OPTIONS AND CONVENIENCE. Tukwila should seek non - traditional programming options such as mobile programming at employment centers, and partnerships with schools and private providers to increase access to programming. Communications and Partnerships UPDATE THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO REFLECT POLICY DECISIONS OF THE UPDATED PARKS, RECREATION AND OPEN SPACE PLAN. The goals, policies and recommendations of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan should be added to the Comprehensive Plan as a plan element. The goals, policies and recommendations of this Plan should be the basis for the updated parks, recreation and open space element of the Comprehensive Plan. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 4 -1 1 61 CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS DEVELOP PROCEDURES TO HELP FOSTER VOLUNTEER/PUBLIC - INITIATED PROJECT IDEAS. The City should consider developing a project proposal application for the public, as well as a City scoring process, that allows for volunteer- initiated proposals that could add value to the parks and recreation system. STRENGTHEN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AND PARTNERSHIPS TO ENHANCE PARKS, EVENTS AND PROGRAMS. The City should consider developing a volunteer project database to serve as a clearinghouse for citywide volunteer opportunities. At the same time, the City should provide an accessible way that allows the public to propose volunteer -led park and recreation projects and programs. The City should work with volunteer organizations, such as Forterra, to identify opportunities to strengthen the park system. CONDUCT A MULTI- FACETED PUBLIC INFORMATION PROGRAM TO CONNECT AND ENGAGE WITH THE CITY'S DIVERSE POPULATION. The City should periodically engage in an outreach process to foster two -way communication between the City and residents. Outreach should promote conversations with a cross section of the community, in different languages, settings and formats that will be appealing to residents. GROW PARTNERSHIPS BY TARGETING SPECIFIC GROUPS THAT CAN IMPROVE PROGRAMMING IN IDENTIFIED GAP AREAS. Potential partners should include Highline and Tukwila school districts, Tukwila Metropolitan Park District, King County and the SeaTac Community Center, as well as other cities and organizations that can extend their offerings to Tukwila residents such as pubic service organizations, faith -based groups, Starfire Sports and private health and recreation facilities. CONTINUE TO PROVIDE AQUATICS OPPORTUNITIES BY PARTNERING WITH THE TUKWILA METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT. The Tukwila Pool is a valued community resource and the City and District should continue their collaboration to offer affordable aquatics options in the city. CONSIDER JOINT PLANNING WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS FOR PROGRAMMING AND SITE DESIGN OF DISTRICT OWNED SITES. The City should seek increased collaboration with school districts to maximize access to recreation opportunities in Tukwila. STRENGTHEN COMMUNICATION AND COLLABORATION AMONG CITY DEPARTMENTS TO SUPPORT PARKS AND RECREATION. The Parks and Recreation Department and members of the Staff Advisory Group should market the purpose and function of this Plan to other City departments to increase awareness of 4 -12 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 62 CHAPTER 4. RECOMMENDATIONS the Plan and build support for park and recreation projects among competing priorities. ALIGN INVESTMENTS TOWARDS STR4 J€TURE WITH CONTRIBUTING PARTNERS WITH DIRECTIVES OF PLAN. The City should closely monitor its role and contributions toward contributing partners of the parks and recreation system. Investments and resources directed from the City should align with expected outcomes and benefits, linking to goals, policies and recommendations of this Plan. IDENTIFY POTENTIAL PARTNERS TO ACQUIRE AND DEVELOP PUBLIC GATHERING AREAS IN THE TUKWILA URBAN CENTER. Develop strategies for public - private partnerships in the Tukwila Urban Center that will result in public open spaces to serve as focal points and settings for special events and activities. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 4.13 63 Capital Projects Those improvements that require construction or renovation are capital projects, and will be eligible for different funding options than ongoing operations such as maintenance and programming. Capital projects, grouped by project category, are summarized below and explained in site -by -site detail on Table 5 -1 on page 5 -7. RIVERFRONT PROJECTS There are many different opportunities for recreation along, in and around the Green /Duwamish River Corridor. To make the most of this citywide resource a coordinated, guided effort is needed. The first step in aligning riverfront projects is a Recreation Corridor Plan. This project should bring together the many small projects that have been considered, begun or completed along banks of the Green /Duwamish River. The Recreation Corridor Plan should build on existing recreational, engineering, environmental and transportation planning efforts for the full extent of the river corridor in Tukwila and identify opportunities, specific projects and design treatments that will make the most of each (generally small) site and the connecting trails. The street ends of several local streets fronting the river serve as an existing asset to the system that hold potential for increasing river access. Improvements should include repair and restoration of shoreline habitat. CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION Riverfront Project Sites Bicentennial Park Black River Trail /Lake to Sound Trail Christensen Road Property Codiga Park Duwamish Gardens Duwamish Hill Preserve Fort Dent Park Foster Golf Links Green River Trail Log House Park Pamela Drive Open Space/ Wilcox River Park Tukwila Community Center Tukwila South Crossing PARTNER SITES Continue and expand critical partnerships with local school districts and other entities. To secure public access, the City should pursue and renew formal agreements and be prepared to make targeted improvements at partner sites if necessary. Expand Partnerships Sites Cascade View Elementary School SeaTac Community Center Showalter Middle School Thorndyke Elementary School Tukwila Elementary School Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 5 -5 64 CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION Maintain Partnership Sites Crestview Park Duwamish Park Grandview Off -Leash Dog Park Joseph Foster Memorial /Lee Philips Park Riverton Park Tukwila Pool CONNECTIONS Improve pedestrian and bicycle access through key connections to park and partner sites. Connection Project Sites 152nd Street Open Space/Tukwila Elementary School Black River Trail /Lake to Sound Trail Crystal Springs Park Southccntcr to Soundcr Statior} Southgate Park Tukwila Pond Park Tukwila South Crossing Tukwila South Trail Links Walk and Roll Plan Connections EXPANDED CAPACITY Address the needs for social gathering, organized sports, unstructured play and other facilities by utilizing capacity at the following sites. Expanded Capacity Sites Christensen Rd. Property Codiga Park Crestview Park Crystal Springs Park Duwamish Gardens Duwamish Hill Preserve Duwamish Park Fort Dent Park Joseph Foster Memorial /Lee Phillips Park Macadam Wetlands and Winter Garden Riverton Park Southgate Park Tukwila Park Tukwila Pond Park In addition to expanding existing sites, acquire, design and develop a new park site. New Park Site Ryan Hill Park SUSTAINABLE STEWARDSHIP Make targeted efficiency improvement investments to reduce the cost of operating Tukwila's smallest sites. Sustain the sites that do not otherwise have improvements planned so that they maintain a high quality park experience. While there are more sites that need heightened stewardship, the following are those recommended for prioritization. Efficiency Improvement Sites 57th Avenue South Park 5 -6 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 65 Hazelnut Park Ikawa Park Riverton Mini Park Stewardship of Existing Sites Cascade View Community Park Foster Golf Links Macadam Wetlands and Winter Garden P -17 Pond Tukwila Community Center Tukwila Pond Park Table 5 -1: Prioritized Capital Projects, lists the capital projects broken down by the prioritization categories described in the next section. Capital Protect Prioritization As a relatively small and constrained city, Tukwila must carefully prioritize on which projects to spend staff time and capital and operations resources. Some projects are already in motion, with the City making progress on design or construction, while others are awaiting critical actions or conditions to be right to move forward. A structure to identify the set of projects that are ready for a go -ahead decision is described below, recognizing that these projects generally fall into an active, pending or conditional status. ACTIVE PROJECTS Active projects are those that have received all necessary City approvals or CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION those with an open development application that have begun or are in the process of construction. These projects require community investment in staff time, consulting fees or capital resources. PENDING PROJECTS Pending projects are those that have the support of the City and /or community, but are awaiting a commitment of capital dollars and staff time to move to the next step. The pending projects are often identified projects that have not started yet or projects that have completed some level of design and are awaiting resources for construction or implementation. CONDITIONAL PROJECTS Conditional projects are important to the long -term vision of the park and recreation system but require a major trigger event that is outside of the City's control before they can move forward. These projects may include those that require additional partnerships, agreements or arrangements, or outside funding sources to move forward toward the pending category. Projects in this category may also be dependent on the priorities of another City department. For example, a proposed trail connection along a street may be dependent on the capital planning by the Public Works Department. A special subset of the conditional projects category includes the sites that primarily require ongoing care and stewardship. These sites are conditional in that they are awaiting a change Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 66 5.7 CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION prompted by the end of life of a major element (requiring replacement and reconsideration) or a proposal for a change or improvement to the site. Utilizing this structure to sort the list of projects provides a functional working list of the important projects listed in this Plan. Table 5 -1 presents the projects by their status, with indications for the categories the projects fall into and which goals they support. Capital Project Costs In Table 5 -1: Prioritized Capital Projects, the right column reports a planning level cost for the projects at each site.' These costs are drawn from the City's capital improvement program estimates, where applicable, as well as allowances based on the experience of the planning team in similar northwest communities. The planning level costs are not anticipated to be the exact final price of the improvements listed, but rather a reasonable estimate of the amount of resources that should be committed to the project at the preliminary capital project budgeting stage. These numbers and this project list should be considered a precursor to the City's Capital Improvement Program list, which will provide details about the timing and commitment of funding. ' Costs for projects identified in the Walk and Roll Plan are not available due to the varying conditions related to project feasibility. street type, design needs, property ownership and timing. 5 -8 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 67 CHAPTER z :wry : ,ww_aa_,a�_ a_ P Traii/Lake ,vaT ea , C ;S Avenue South 00� F aaw_aae !Tukwila School g T k a e Cost \'2 \\ Tuicwilu y«R w d =a Table 54- Prioritized Capita/ Project is CHAPTER 5. 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IMPLEMENTATION mos so3k - - - - Niiiagg&ristardirMIRREMBRIEREMP Tukto Ppfics, Recreation sod Open Spoce Croft Pion 77777777 CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION Targeted Internal Partnerships Community Development Department Human Services Department Police Department Public Works Department Potential External Partnerships City of SeaTac Parks and Recreation Highline School District Immigrant and Refugee Organizations La Casa de la Raza Tukwila Metropolitan Park District Tukwila School District UTILIZE NEW PROGRAM LOCATIONS Building on the partnership with area schools, Tukwila should continue to explore opportunities to bring programs to the school sites where the youth of the community already attend classes and participate in activities. Further exploration should also be made into utilizing less conventional spaces, such as community service group offices, rented space, and even restaurants and coffee shops to bring existing and experimental programs out into the community and reach new audiences. ESTABLISH GUIDELINES FOR COMMUNITY INITIATED PROJECTS Many enhancements to individual sites have potential to tap into the passion of the community for construction and ongoing maintenance assistance. In order to efficiently harness this enthusiasm, the City should document the expectations for community organized projects and the process and conditions under which they can be approved for City property. INVENTORY UNDEVELOPED LAND To ensure that the City only acquires open space property that serves the purposes laid out in this Plan, an inventory should be prepared of the publicly and privately held undeveloped land. The inventory will help fulfill Goals 3 (Policy 3.6). 4 (Policy 4.2) and 5 (Policies 5.3 and 5.6), allowing the City to make informed decisions when opportunities arise. The purpose of this inventory is to identify the full extent of open space in the community and the potential for development. This inventory should overlay constraints to development, such as steep slopes, wetlands and other factors that would keep the property open regardless of ownership. This will allow the City to properly assess the importance of any potential open space acquisition or donation. Funding and implementation Strategies EXPAND FUNDING FLEXIBILIY The ability to follow opportunities, such as grants and smaller but high impact projects, will be key to the continuing development of the parks system. This flexibility requires the identification of resources that will fund improvements or match grant funding. A key element of the City's current funding strategy is the designation of projects for the use 5 -12 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 72 of the Parks Impact Fee funds. The existing impact fees are set based on a very short and specific list of projects. The approximate cost of these projects is split with 80% attributed to new growth and then distributed by an established formula to the per unit fees. Assigning a project to one of the three Using the prioritization criteria discussed previously (active, pending or conditional), the City can shift the specific projects in the impact fee list to categories of improvements (matched to this Plan) that represent citywide benefit and expanded capacity in the Gystcm would allow the use of these This approach would be fees to be more responsive to the opportunity based approach direction of this Plan. The total cost of the impact fee list (and therefore the resulting fees) could be maintained at current levels while still ensuring that the City funds at least a 20% share of the total cost of projects as established in the current ordinance. ENHANCE COMMUNITY RELATIONSHIP BUILDING CAPACITY The importance of community partners, from individual volunteers to school administrations, is a major emphasis in this planning effort. Developing and coordinating this effort is going to require additional staff time and expertise. Beginning with the addition of a stewardship coordinator to manage the volunteer efforts around the forest and river resources in Tukwila, the City can build knowledge of partner organizations, explore ways to connect with new groups of potential volunteers CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION and manage on- the - ground projects that benefit the system. The next step would be to add or develop this position into a broader focused community relationship manager. MAXIMIZING OTHER CAPITAL PROJECTS At any given time, the City or other agencies are completing a variety of capital projects that are located nearby or even within park sites. For example, new parks or plazas can be designed and developed along with future fire stations. These projects present an opportunity to piggy -back on the mobilization, restoration or even the cost of the project as match funding for grants. For this strategy to be useful, interdepartmental and interagency communication and project planning must be aligned to make sure that the opportunity is identified before it passes. Street, utility and redevelopment projects adjacent to and surrounding park sites should be monitored for the advance signs of action. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 5 -13 73 CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION Future Projects The only certainty that the community can rely on is that the situation will change over the life span of the PROS Plan. Whether it be a new idea emerging from the community or a conditional project moving forward, decision making about how to integrate these projects into the pending and active project list should be guided by a set of evaluative criteria. The following questions provide a starting point for a discussion about how emerging projects should be dealt with, presented in no particular order. Capital and Resource Availability Are there adequate resources to move the project forward and maintain it in the future? Adequate resources should be identified for construction and maintenance needs that align with the type of facilities added. These resources could include a mix of City and other resources such as developer contributions, sponsorships, volunteer labor or private ownership. Projects that have an identified source of funding or support should have priority. Property Availability and Condition Does the City own or have an agreement for use of the project site? The availability or relative difficulty of acquiring an appropriate park site adds complexity to the decision and is closely related to having adequate resources. In some situations the land will be available because it is a condition of approval of a redevelopment. In others the City may need to purchase the land on the open market, a process that can introduce significant cost. The condition of the site should also be a factor, and the site should be free of encumbrances such as environmental issues, limited public access, infrastructure needs, etc. Projects located on sites that are owned or publicly available to the City and are in good condition should have priority. Meeting Identified Needs Will the project fulfill an identified park and/or recreation need? Projects should include facilities that serve the community's needs as identified in goals and policies of the future parks and recreation Comprehensive Plan elements. Projects that improve gaps in park and recreation access should have priority. Completing Connections Does the project improve connectivity to parks and recreation resources? Trails and safe streets are some of the most valued resources in the park and recreation system. Major trails such as the Green River Trail and Interurban Trail form critical community links and connect multiple park and recreation sites to one another. Projects that improve or contribute to connections to parks and recreation resources should have priority. 5 -14 Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 74 Available Partnerships Does the project have the support of one or more partners? Neighborhood support and Gcorporate and community partnerships will be critical to the development of Tukwila's park system. Projects with one (or more) identified community partners that will assist in the development or maintenance (or both) should have priority. Enhancing/Maintaining Existing Resources Will the project reinvest in an existing park or recreation area? Tukwila has built up an investment in park sites and facilities that should be protected through scheduled capital replacement and improvements as recommended. Projects that address issues or enhance capacity on existing sites should have priority. Supporting Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan Goals Can the project support multiple goals found in these plans? The City has an existing policy framework based largely on the Strategic Plan and Comprehensive Plan. These documents outline the long term strategies and desires of the community that each proposal should strive to achieve. Projects that meet as many goals as possible, including those that promote social equity, economic CHAPTER 5. IMPLEMENTATION development, and other related benefits should have priority. Pending or Conditional Is there a condition that needs to be met before the project can move forward? New projects will be added to two parts of the prioritization framework, pending projects or conditional projects. The key to this question is whether or not there is a hurdle that needs to be overcome before the project could be funded to move forward. If there is, the project would be added in the conditional projects list. Otherwise, the project would be pending until action begins. Tukwila Parks, Recreation and Open Space Draft Plan 5 -15 75 Appendix 8, Recreation Programs Matrix SO ganlaatten provides or features pnpamming 4r thb area Tukwila, Parks, Recreation and Open Space Plan 5eeenl prom= provided In Ws paputation kr mwe than one prapen asee Page 8.O 78 City of Tukwila Community Affairs and Parks Committee COMMUNITY AFFAIRS AND PARKS COMMITTEE - Meeting Minutes January 28, 2014 — 5:15 p.m. — Hazelnut Conference Room PRESENT Councilmembers: Joe Duffie, Chair; Dennis Robertson, Verna Seal Staff: Rick Still, Dave Johnson, Laurel Humphrey CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair Duffie called the meeting to order at 5:15 p.m. PRESENTATIONS No presentations. II. BUSINESS AGENDA A. Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) Plan Staff provided an update to Committee members on the current status of the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan. There has been a public comment period since the draft plan was presented to Council in November 2013, and the responses were compiled by the consultant and included in the Committee packet along with proposed solutions to address the comments. The majority of the comments are clarifications and edits that will be included in the final plan. Additionally, three themes that emerged were described as 1) safety and maintenance, 2) neighborhood needs, connection, and buy -in, and 3) clarification regarding references to residents, businesses, and employees. Committee members were comfortable with the proposals, particularly the efforts to clarify that residents have different priorities and needs than businesses and visitors Committee members requested that staff present to the Committee of the Whole a redlined version of the plan accompanied by a more descriptive table that clearly states each revision along with its page number. UNANIMOUS APPROVAL. FORWARD TO FEBRUARY 10 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE. III. MISCELLANEOUS Committee members and staff discussed the 2014 Committee work plan items known to date. Additional possible ideas emerged, including the use of hotel sites for temporary housing, exploratory options for a teen center near TIB, use of vans for mobile park /health opportunities, and a briefing on the impacts of the rental housing inspection program. Committee members requested the use of a planning calendar during committee meetings, and the Council Analyst confirmed she is working with staff on such a document, to include updates discussed at tonight's meeting. INFORMATION ONLY. Meeting adjourned at 6:42 p.m. Next meeting: Tuesday, February 11, 2014 Committee Chair Approval Min es by LH 79