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PARKLS, GOLF, &
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2000 -2005
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CITY OF TUKWILA
DETERMINATION OF NONSIGNIFICANCE (DNS)
DE3CRIP1ION OF PROPOSAL:
Parks, Golf, and Public Space Plan, 2000-20005
PROPONENT: PARKS AND RECREATION
LOCATION OF PROPOSAL, IN S-JREET ADDRESS, IF ANY
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City of TukWila 4 (206) 431-3670
6300 Southdenter Boulevard
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Copies of the res for SEPA appeals ~are available with the
Department of Community Development.
City of Tgskwil d
Steven M. Mullet, Mayor
Deparlitw t of Community Development Steve Lancaster, Director
MEMO TO THE FILE
May 22, 2001
To:
Project File No. E2000 -014
Parks, Golf, and Public Place Plan 2000 -20005
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
From: Alexa Berlow, Associate Planner
Re: Staff Evaluation of Environmental Checklist
Received: June 2000
Project Description:
The proposal is for a six -year plan. The plan identifies park projects that could be
developed over the next six years. Projects could include acquisition, design,
construction, and equipment purchases. It is a general planning tool and is not a
construction document for any specific project.
Proponent:
Bruce Fletcher
Director, Department of Parks and Recration
12424 S. 124th St.
Tukwila, WA 98168
(206)767 -2343
Location:
Projects may be dispersed throughout the City of Tukwila. Some projects will enhance
existing sites (parks, or trails, et.al.). Others may be new.
Date prepared:
September 14, 2000
Lead Agency:
City of Tukwila, Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Suite #100 0 Tukwila, Washington 98188 0 Phone: 206 - 431 -3670 0 Fax: 206 - 431 -3665
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Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan
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Challenges to Document:
None
Other Agencies of Jurisdiction:
None
Other Approvals:
Tukwila City Council, to adopt plan by ordinance.
Recommendation:
DNS (Determination of Non - Significance)
Interdepartmental Comments:
There were no interdepartmental comments.
A. BACKGROUND
The proposal is for a six -year plan. It is a general planning tool and is not a
construction document for any specific project. Projects could include acquisition, design,
construction, and equipment purchases.
B. REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Unless noted below, all elements will be reviewed on a project by project basis
through local, regional, and national land use and environmental regulations and
ordinances administered by the City Of Tukwila as necessary to reduce or manage
impacts, or to maintain or preserve vital conditions.
Earth
Site conditions will vary depending upon the project. Specific sites conditions
and potential impacts and needs would be reviewed and addressed through the
permit application process.
Air
Dust and vehicular emission from construction would be expected. Measures to
control the impact would be addressed through the permit application process.
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Water
Measures to retain surface water runoff would be addressed through the permit review
process.
Plants
Plants and vegetation to be found on or in the vicinity of the City of Tukwila include the
following: deciduous trees (alder, maple, aspen, and others); evergreen trees (fir, cedar,
pine, and others); shrubs, grass, pasture, crops of grain, wet soil plants (cattail, buttercup,
bulrush, skunk cabbage, and other); water plants (water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, and other)
and other plants.
Animals
Birds and animals which have been observed in the City of Tukwila include birds such as
hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, and other; mammals such as deer, bear, and elk, beaver,
and other; and fish such as bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, and other. No impacts
to bird or animal are anticipated. A completed copy of the City of Tukwila Endangered
Species Act Screening Checklist is attached.
Energy/Natural Resources
Compliance with the Washington State Energy Code would be addressed through the
permit review process.
Environmental Health
Noise impact would be due to construction. Measures to reduce the impact would be
addressed through the permit review process.
Land /Shoreline Uses
Land use and shoreline concerns would be addressed would be addressed through the
local permit process.
Housing
No housing is anticipated.
Aesthetics
Aesthetic quality would be addressed through the local design review process.
Light/Glare
Proposals might include outdoor lighting. Measures to reduce light and glare would be
addressed through the local permit review process. This would include both day and
night lighting.
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Recreation
The City has 14 parks and golf courses, 12 foot trails, and 11 miles of trails.
Two parks are within the City of Tukwila jurisdiction. The city also has 11
open space or greenbelt parks, and five school playfield sites. Projects would
add new facilities or improve existing ones. Improved recreation activities
would result from the plan.
Historic /Cultural Preservation
Certain development projects could impact existing historic sites. Impacts would
be reviewed through the environmental review process.
Transportation
Sites are served by public transportation. On -site parking would be addressed
through the local permit review process.
Public Services
None
Utilities
Utilities currently available to the sites would include electric, natural gas, water,
refuse service, telephone, and sanitary sewer. Existing conditions will vary on
each site.
C. RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the SEPA request as a (DNS) Determination of
Non - Significance.
Approved By: Date:
Jack Pace, Planning Manager
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City of Tukwila
Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan:
2001 -2006 (Capital Improvement Program)
Final Draft
5/22/01
Prepared by
City of Tukwila
Department of Parks and Recreation
- PREFACE
This plan is prepared in accordance with Planning Policies of the Interagency Committee for Outdoor
Recreation. Compliance with these polices is required for the city to achieve and maintain eligibility for
funding assistance from the IAC for facility acquisition and development actions. The city's Golf Course Plan
is attached to this document to provide a complete picture of Capital Improvement needs. Major document
sections are as follows:
Chapter 1 Goals and Objectives:
Broad statements of intent and measures that describe when these intents will be achieved.
Chapter 2 Inventory:
Description of the service area facilities, lands, program and their condition.
Chapter 3 Public Involvement:
Description of the planning process and results of public involvement.
Chapter 4 Demand and Need Analysis:
Description of process used to assess community desires for parks, recreation, open space, and /or
habitat.
Explanation of why acquisition development, preservation, enhancement, and management actions
are needed.
Definition of priorities for actions.
Chapter 5 Capital Improvement Program:
Table listing land acquisition, development and renovation projects by year of anticipated
implementation, including the funding source.
Chapter 6 Adoption Resolution:
Appendices:
Population Characteristics
Facilities Guide
Golf Course Plan
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Table of Contents
Tukwila Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan: 2001 Update
Preface 2
Introduction 4
Chapter 1. Goals and Objectives 7
Chapter 2. Inventory 13
Planning Area Description 13
Location, Population and Land Use 13
Physiography 13
Vegetation and Habitat 13
Park, Golf and Open Space Inventory 13
Existing Facilities
Map 14
Developed Park Land 15
Developed Park Land 16
Developed Park Land 17
Undeveloped Parkland/Wetlands /Open Space 18
School Facilities 19
Linkages 20
Nodes 20
Public Places 20
Trails 20
Relationship of Park and Recreation Opportunities to Other City Plans and Policies 20
Sensitive Areas Overlay and Open Space 20
Shoreline Management Zone 20
Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code 21
Chapter 3. Public Involvement 23
Chapter 4. Demand and Need Analysis 24
Analysis Techniques 24
Analysis of Conformance with Goals and Objectives 24
Observations of current facility use 24
Inventory of requests 24
Public comment 24
Analysis of Physical Characteristics 24
Analysis of Growth and Development Patterns 25
Analysis Results 25
Needs for New Parks: 25
Needs for new Facilities in Neighborhood Parks 25
Needs for New Trails, Linkages and Nodes 27
Needs for Visual Linkages 27
Needs for Greenway Corridors 27
Needs for Public Spaces 27
Needs for Nodes 27
Needs for Open Space 28
Definition of priorities for actions 28
Chapter 5. Capital Improvement Plan 29
Future Projects Map 33
Chapter 6. Adoption Ordinance 34
Appendix 1. City Population Characteristics 35
Appendix 2. Golf Course Plan 37
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INTRODUCTION
In addition to offering extensive recreation programs, the Tukwila Parks and Recreation Department plans,
develops and maintains a comprehensive system of parks, golf and open space that provides a variety of
spaces for many types of recreational use. These recreational systems provide many individual, community,
economic and environmental benefits to the city. Under the Tukwila Municipal Code, the Department is
responsible for drafting a long -range plan for facilities and spaces. The recreation needs of the populations
served, the city's physical characteristics, and the existing capacity of the park system are considered every
six years in updating the Tong -range plan for Tukwila's park system. As the city enters a new century, the
Department is looking ahead to respond to the changing needs of its residents and businesses.
The 2001 -2006 Tukwila Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan provides guidance for park system
improvements over the next six years. This plan addresses not only traditional outdoor recreation facilities
and spaces such as ballfields and picnic facilities but also emphasizes public spaces and linkages, such as
public plazas, trails and greenbelts. Tukwila's park system emphasizes five major recreation demands:
1. "Active" recreation facilities such as ballfields, golf courses, sports courts, skate parks, water spray
facilities and children's play areas,
2. "Passive" recreational facilities such as picnic areas, group shelters, pea patches, walking trails, special
landscape features and open spaces,
3. "Public Spaces" such as plazas to support nearby government, shopping and employment centers,
4. "Linkages" such as greenbelts, trails, walks, street decoration (banners and hanging baskets), which
connect areas of the city together physically and visually,
5. "Nodes" such as gateway signs, outdoor art, small seating areas and picnic plazas, trail rest areas or
points of connections to provide a sense of place and orientation.
Starting in the 1960's when Interstate Freeways were constructed through the city, Tukwila has undergone a
dramatic transition from a relatively rural community with one park (Tukwila Park) constructed by the Works
Progress Administration in 1938 to a thriving regional hub of commerce surrounded by single family and
multi - family residential areas. Tukwila now operates a well developed park system with 18 park sites
encompassing over 140 acres of land including 12 miles of trails, 25 acres of open spaces, a Community
Center, and an 18 -hole golf course. Tukwila's park users also have access to facilities within the city which
are operated by King County, including Fort Dent Park, a 51 acre regional athletic facility, the South Central
indoor swimming pool and Cecil Moses Memorial Park. The city has joint use agreements with Highline and
Tukwila School Districts for use of playfield facilities at three elementary schools, one middle school and one
high school. Private facilities in the city include Boeing Museum of Flight, theaters, a bowling alley, a family
fun center and major shopping malls. Tukwila has developed 14 gateway signs, 5 historical monuments and
has recently expanded its street banner program.
The community is fortunate to have several indoor recreation facilities for use and enjoyment, such as the
South Central Pool, Tukwila Community Center, school facilities and, perhaps in the future, a youth /teen
center on Tukwila International Boulevard. Although this document's responsibility is to plan outdoor
recreation improvements, it should be kept in mind that such indoor facilities add greatly to the community's
quality of life as they utilize these places. This plan does not address improvements or developments to
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indoor areas. Such issues should be considered as part of the city's indoor spaces planning effort or
separately as each proposal occurs. Under the IAC guidelines for this plan, only outdoor projects should be
considered.
Tukwila's population mix presents unique challenges for providing a park system. For a city of its size,
Tukwila contains an unusually diverse mix of park users. In addition to substantial service areas of single
family neighborhoods, Tukwila has high populations of multi - family residents, workers and shoppers. Each
of these groups engages in recreation activities in different ways at different times. For example, workers
jogging on a city trail at lunch rarely bring pets or bicycles while residential users may bring both on
evenings and weekends. Softball teams comprised of workers will join leagues with local residents. Older
citizens are much more involved in athletic activities than ever before. Preferences for recreation activities
also shift over time, for example, soccer, especially for youth is far more popular now than in past years.
Outdoor skate parks are a relatively recent area of demand.
Tukwila's physical setting also presents unique physical challenges and opportunities. Major traffic arteries,
railroads, steep hillsides and the Green /Duwamish River create defined districts with strong land use
characteristics, which affect and define park service areas.
The city's districts have different types of land uses. The Central Business District area is a vibrant regional
retail center, containing one of the state's largest shopping malls; the north part of the city is a
Manufacturing /Industrial Center serving global markets through the Boeing Airplane Company and others.
Upland areas support single family and multi family neighborhoods in relatively quiet neighborhoods
between major roads. Transportation corridors such as Tukwila International Boulevard and Interurban
Avenue support linear commercial districts. In response to these land use characteristics, the city park
system has evolved with a strong emphasis on neighborhood parks to serve distinct areas, with trails to link
areas together.
An important goal in looking ahead is to enhance the basic framework for Tukwila's park system with
linkages, public spaces and additional and improved park facilities in under - served areas. Tukwila occupies
a key location in an economically vibrant region and redevelopment of commercial and residential properties
to more intensive levels will continue to occur. Increased access and availability of recreation opportunities
is planned to support the projected increased intensity of business and residential activity.
• Physical linkages such as trails will be maintained and improved between important facilities such as
parks and schools and between residential and shopping areas. Linkages will include greenbelt trails
and city sidewalks to provide safe and convenient connections. Visual linkages will be strengthened
along key routes through programs such as hanging baskets, art, banners and other streetscape
elements.
• Public Spaces such as plazas will be developed and enhanced where appropriate at centers of business
and government activity. Many can be enhanced with public art and landscaping.
• Nodes such as gateway signs, small plazas, seating areas and shelters will be provided and encouraged
to assist motorists with a sense of orientation and to provide shelter and comfort at appropriate intervals
for pedestrians and bicyclists.
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• At least one neighborhood park containing active and /or passive facilities will be provided in each
neighborhood as defined by major roads, steep slopes, rivers and railroads.
One area of special emphasis over the next six years will be the upgrade of the public environment of the
Tukwila International Boulevard area. A new neighborhood park is planned to serve the Cascade View
neighborhood, which currently has none. The city and a private developer are planning a new government
and business center including a major public plaza at S144th Street and Tukwila International Boulevard. A
major technology center will anchor the north end of the corridor. The street will be upgraded with street
trees, banners, walkways and other features to improve safety and support the overall revitalization of the
commercial and surrounding residential areas.
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CHAPTER 1. GOALS.AND OBJECTIVES
Goals and objectives for the city's park system for the next six years are presented on the following pages.
The goals are arranged to reflect the following major areas of emphasis: Public Access; Public Involvement;
Park and Recreation Facilities; Public Spaces, Linkages and Nodes; Open Space; Finance.
Public Access: Maximize public access to, and involvement in, recreation opportunities.
1. Provide for park facilities and recreation programs that meet the general needs of people of
all ages, incomes, ethnic backgrounds, and physical capabilities, including the elderly and
disabled.
2. Strengthen public relations and publicity efforts to better inform citizens of the recreation
opportunities available citywide and in local neighborhoods, especially through E -mail,
Internet access, printed materials, maps and brochures.
3. Distribute park facilities throughout City of Tukwila neighborhoods so that all citizens will
have equal opportunity for recreation participation.
4. Develop neighborhood recreation facilities within 1/2 mile walking distance of all residential
areas.
5. Provide a linkage system of sidewalks, pathways, trails, and bikeways linking residential
areas to commercial areas, schools, parks and shoreline areas. Encourage non - motorized
forms of transportation.
6. Encourage equitable distribution of recreation resources — programs, funding, maintenance,
-- among Tukwila neighborhoods and people in the community.
7. Provide adequate on -site conditions, such as on site parking, handrails, ramps and lighting,
so that all members of the community have equal opportunity for safe and satisfying
recreational experiences.
8. Provide public facilities that complement private and non - profit facilities where appropriate.
II. Public Involvement: The plan to improve the park system planning process should include
appropriate opportunities for public involvement.
1. Obtain citizen responses to specific projects, facilities and policy considerations as an
integral part of the decision - making process.
2. Monitor park and recreation preferences, needs and trends through questionnaires, surveys
and public meetings on a regular basis when appropriate.
3. Encourage citizen involvement — questions, comments, and reactions —at Parks Commission
and Arts Commission meetings and City Council.
4. Encourage citizens and park user groups to fully participate in park, recreation and open
space planning through direct comment to the Parks and Recreation Department, Parks
Commission, Arts Commission, City Council and Mayor.
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5. Encourage businesses, employers, and workers to fully participate in the park, recreation
and open space planning associated with the commercial districts, through direct comment
to the Parks and Recreation Department, Parks Commission, Arts Commission, City Council
and Mayor.
III. Parks and Recreation Facilities: Provide a pleasant, attractive, safe, well maintained, readily
accessible system of parks that serves the needs of residents, workers and shoppers in the city.
1. Provide a system of neighborhood parks, located so there is direct access to a park located
within % mile of all city areas, connected by trails or sidewalks where feasible.
2. Neighborhood parks should provide facilities for all ages and for both active recreation (team
sports, individual sports, cycling, tennis, boating, skateboarding, rollerblading, jogging, play,
etc.) and /or passive recreation (picnic areas, group shelters, pea patches,walking trails,
special landscape features, open spaces, etc.). Open lawn areas should be provided for non -
team activities such as kite flying and frisbee throwing.
a) The balance between active use facilities and passive areas is important to consider.
The preservation of natural areas should be a high priority in determining site
development. Recognition of citywide needs should be considered as each park is
planned, not just the needs of a particular neighborhood.
b) Neighborhood parks should be at least 4 -8 acres,' in size and typically will provide a
fairly standard range, but not necessarily all, of facilities listed below:
i) Ballfield and /or soccer field.
ii) Picnic and children's play area.
iii) Natural area with walking trails.
iv) Court games.
v) Internal walking paths.
vi) On site parking when reasonable.
c) Parks should provide specialized facilities or opportunities to serve citywide or local
needs as appropriate:
i) Viewing areas to mountains, to Seattle or other distant views.
ii) Waterfront trails that are accessible, developed and appreciated as a major
amenity of the community and region.
1 Neighborhood parks may be smaller if located next to a school or similar facility that provides playfield facilities or other
unique opportunities. A minimum size of 2 acres for a site not next to a school facility may be provided in "built up areas"
where land acquisition is difficult due to existing development. More intensive development may be needed on smaller sites to
compensate for the small size.
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iii) Elements such as horseshoes skateboard areas, tennis courts, spray park
areas or large group picnic shelters that may not be appropriate in every park
but should be provided as evenly as possible in the city.
iv) Physical access to the river for small, non - motorized boats.
v) Cultural, historic and artistic expression and interpretive facilities.
vi) Locations for specialized facilities, such as a water spray or fountain area.
vii) Employee and shopper oriented parks where appropriate, such as day use
picnic areas or benches along major trails.
d) Trails (sidewalks, pathways, and plaza walkways) should connect neighborhood
areas to parks, schools, shopping areas and to transportation stops (buses and
trains).
e) All public spaces may include areas for art or historical features.
3. The Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan shall provide information for the city's Capital
Improvement Program for acquisition and development of park and recreational facilities.
4. Acquire and preserve land for parks and recreational use in advance of development of an
area to ensure affordable land prices and a choice of sites —even though limited financial
resources may delay actual park development.
5. Acquire developed properties where appropriate to meet recreation needs.
6. Provide recreational opportunities for the city's large "day -use" population of workers and
shoppers, in close proximity to employment and retail centers. This would include scenic
parks such as the Tukwila Pond Park and other smaller parks for sitting, picnicking, and
general outdoor enjoyment.
7. Consider use of vacant land in urban areas and school sites for park use.
8. Take advantage of unique opportunities, such as land donations, grants, or partnering with
private development.
9. Maintenance and Operations.
a) Maintain parks and recreation facilities to keep them attractive, neat, safe and
aesthetically pleasing.
b) As new facilities are completed additional staff support must be provided as needed
to maintain current levels of maintenance service.
c) Ensure adequate surveillance and patrol by police or security staff to provide proper
safety of all individuals and to avoid disturbing neighbors, especially beyond normal
park hours.
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IV. Public Spaces, Linkages and Nodes:
1. Provide public plazas to support major centers of government and business activity or to
capitalize on major environmental features such as views or water features. Plazas should
be provided as a joint public and private effort wherever possible.
2. Develop physical and visual linkages to create corridors through the city. Linkages may be
greenways or visually consistent streetscape elements such as banners and hanging
baskets.
3. Linkages should connect:
a) parks,
b) schools,
c) residential neighborhoods,
d) commercial areas,
e) special or unique areas.
4. Provide nodes to orient and serve motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists.
a) Vehicle oriented nodes may consist of:
i) Gateway signs with dramatic landscaping at entrances to the city,
ii) Monumentation signs at entrances to districts or neighborhoods of the city,
iii) Roadside information kiosks or viewpoints.
b) Pedestrian oriented nodes may consist of:
i) Seating /public art areas along paths and sidewalks,
ii) Enhanced bus stops,
iii) Mini - parks, plazas, viewpoints, historic markers,
iv) Information signs /kiosks,
v) Special landscape areas (shade tree, unique planting).
c) Bicycle oriented nodes may consist of:
i) Bicycle trail heads and intersections,
ii) Bicycle parking areas and kiosks,
iii) Historic markers.
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V. Open Space: acquire, conserve, enhance and improve open space for the public.
1. Preserve areas with critical or unique features, such as stream corridors, wildlife habitats,
shorelines and wetlands, especially if endangered by development.
2. Improve public access to, and use of, special natural features, such as shorelines, where the
environments are capable of supporting more intensive use.
3. Encourage preservation of a citywide network of open space and greenbelts owned by the
city or others to protect sensitive lands, such as stream corridors, wetlands and steep slopes,
to serve as buffers, and to provide for passive viewing.
4. The city should make every effort to preserve and protect historical archeological sites.
5. Open space areas should be acquired if they can provide an integrated system between
residential and commercial areas and park facilities. A variety of types of trails should
connect or link residential neighborhoods, business areas, open spaces and parks and trails
where possible, keeping in mind environmental impact and cost.
6. Transportation and utility rights -of -ways and open spaces should also be improved for
compatible non - motorized recreational uses, such as foot or bicycle trails. Existing areas of
natural vegetation within public rights -of -way should remain as visual buffers and wildlife
areas.
7 Provide, where appropriate, educational exhibits, historical displays and information to the
public to educate visitors about local history, natural habitats and features such as wetlands
and their eco- systems.
VI. Maximize the benefit from financial expenditures: The city should make every effort to provide
recreational facilities in an efficient and cost conscious manner.
1. Promote participation and cooperation of public and private sectors and special interest
groups in the provision of park spaces.
a) Continue to establish mutually beneficial agreements with school districts for the
development and /or use of needed recreational facilities. Work closely with the
Tukwila School District and the Highline School District and other organizations to
make optimum use of school district amenities and their use of city amenities, to
provide effective recreation opportunities and to coordinate development and
maintenance of joint facilities.
b) Involve special interest groups (Little League Baseball Association, Youth Soccer
etc.) in acquisition and development of special use facilities by contributing funding,
materials, fees or labor.
c) Encourage the provision of private recreation facilities, indoor and outdoor, in new
high - density residential developments.
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d) Large -scale commercial and industrial developments should provide recreation areas
and facilities or contribute to the development of public recreational facilities through
land donation, easements, or financial support.
e) Communicate and cooperate with neighboring jurisdictions (Kent, SeaTac, Renton,
Seattle) in order to promote understanding of the goals, objectives and proposed
actions set forth in the Tukwila Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan, such as
coordination of trail development and open space.
2. Consider and implement cost effective actions to maximize the benefit from existing facilities.
a) Schedule athletic practices and games during the entire week.
b) Providing lighting on existing fields, courts and facilities to extend their time of
usability, where appropriate.
3. Encourage the private development and operation of facilities.
a) Encourage limited -use facilities (such as exercise rooms, shower facilities, or outdoor
plazas) serving the worker population.
b) Encourage commercial or membership cooperative facilities such as fitness centers,
sports courts, racquetball courts or spas.
4. Obtain park land by long term lease or use - agreement where purchase is impractical or
unworkable.
5. Charge fees to help offset development and maintenance costs when appropriate.
a) Charge fees to new development, which reflect the cost of developing park facilities
to serve that development (impact fee option).
b) Charge fees to offset special operation, maintenance and reservation services such
as:
i) Reservation /rental of picnic shelters, ballfields and pea patch
ii) Provision of special facilities such as portable toilets, at user's request.
iii) Preparation of ballfields for games for non -city sporting events.
6. Design facilities for low maintenance costs.
a) Develop design standards that result in keeping maintenance costs as low as
possible. Examples: concrete mow strips under fences, space improvements to
enable larger mowers to be used rather than hand mowers.
b) Use recyclable materials and re -use water where practical and cost effective.
c) Request private donations of facilities, easements, etc, to be paid for by private
developers, such as trails on easements.
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CHAPTER 2. INVENTORY
This section contains an inventory of existing recreational opportunities and a description of the planning
area including physical setting and conditions, and relevant demographic, program and resource
information.
Planning Area Description
Location, Population and Land Use:
The Planning Area for the Tukwila Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan is the city limits of Tukwila. Tukwila lies
in the heart of the Puget Sound region, located 12 miles south of downtown Seattle, 17 miles north of
downtown Tacoma, just east of Seattle- Tacoma International Airport, and at the crossroads of two major
interstate highways, 1 -5 and 1 -405. Its central location makes Tukwila an ideal site for over 1,800 businesses.
Tukwila encompasses single- and multi - family residences, heavy and light manufacturing, and service -
oriented companies, as well as one of the Northwest's largest concentration of retail businesses. The city
has a land area of 8.6 square miles, a resident population of 17,181 as of the 2000 census and an employee
population of approximately 50,000. Over 60% of the city's residents live in multifamily housing. Existing and
projected population is shown in tables in Appendix 1.
Physiography:
Tukwila is located along a seven -mile segment of the Green /Duwamish river valley, with city limits extending
from Kent to Seattle. The city varies in width from one to two miles. The flat river valley floor is
predominately occupied by retail, manufacturing, and commercial uses with small areas of residential use.
Tukwila is tidally influenced with commercial water traffic historically accessing areas in the northern 1.5
miles of the city. Rolling uplands in the central portion of the city occupy about half its land area. These
areas support most of the city's single and multifamily residential uses. The northern five miles of the
Duwamish River includes mostly manufacturing areas, retail and an expanding high tech service area.
Vegetation and Habitat:
Much of Tukwila is developed but major corridors of greenbelt vegetation occur along the Green /Duwamish
River, and hillsides along Interstate 5 and Interurban Avenue. Although developed, several arterials in the
city have a wooded appearance including Macadam Road, portions of 42nd avenue south, and portions of
Tukwila International Boulevard.
Park, Golf and Open Space Inventory:
Tukwila's park facilities are shown in the following tables and the Golf Course Plan in Appendix 2. The city
contains nearly 200 acres of developed parks including over 73 acres of city parks, 53 acres of county parks
and a 70 -acre city operated golf course. In addition to these facilities the Tukwila School District operates
within city boundaries with playfield facilities at each site. Schools include Foster High School, Showalter
Middle School, Cascade View Elementary, Thorndyke Elementary, and Tukwila Elementary. Tukwila has
two libraries that are part of the King County Library System: Foster Library and Tukwila Library. Private
facilities such as movie theatres, bowling alleys and a family fun center all offer additional recreational
opportunities to Tukwila's residents and workers. Although mentioned in this paragraph, the indoor facilities
are not part of this plan.
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Developed Park Land
Park Name & Address
Parkland
Acreage
Type of Function of Park Facility
Level of Use
Unique Features
Char. and Values
Historical/
Archeological.
Duwamish Park
11646 42nd Ave So.
3.0
Picnic Tables, Play Equipment, Covered
Picnic Shelter, Parking, Basketball Court
Neighborhood -
Active
Maze artwork, site of
old Duwamish School
Historical Marker
Tukwila Community. Center
12424 42nd Ave So.
12
Covered Picnic Shelter, Soccer & Softball
Fields, Parking, Tennis and Basketball
Courts, Play Equipment, Trail.
Indoor: Raquetball, Gymnasium and
Fitness room
Community/Senior
Center - Active
Veterans Memorial.
River of Life
Archaeological site
Indian Artifact Site -
Historical Marker
Riverton Park
4101 So. 131st St.
4.8
Covered Picnic Shelter, Trail, Play
Equipment
Neighborhood -
passive
Former Site of
Southgate Elementary
School
none
Riverton Mini -Park
45th Av. S. & S 133rd
.1
Mini - passive
Small Park Within
Commercial Area.
none
Joseph Foster Park
13919 53rd Ave So.
7
Softball /baseball, Tennis Court, Parking,
Covered Picnic Shelter, Soccer, Play
Equipment, Restrooms, Basketball Center.
Neighborhood -
Active
Artwork (glove shaped
chairs) Park is divided
by a street into two
areas.
Historical Marker
57th Ave So Mini Park
57th Av. S & S. 133rd St.
.2
Mini - passive
none
none
Hazelnut Park
14475 59th Ave So.
.7
Play Equipment, Picnic Tables
Neighborhood -
passive
Original city Hall
Building (now houses
library)
Cougar sculpture
artwork Historical
building
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Developed Park Land
Park Name & Address
Parkland
Acreage
Type of Function of Park Facility
Level of Use
Unique Features
Char. and Values
Historical/
Archeological.
Ikawa Park
6200 So Center Blvd.
.2
Japanese Garden with Koi Pond and water
fall
Passive
Japanese Garden - Koi
Pond
Dedicated to sister
city - Ikawa'
Tukwila Park
15460 65th Ave So
6.5
Play Equipment, Picnic Table, Parking,
View Site, Gazebo, Tennis, Restrooms,
Basketball, and Horseshoes.
Neighborhood -
Active
Established 1938
Wind sculpture
artwork
Crystal Springs Park
15832 51st Ave So
11
Basketball, Parking, Tennis, Picnic Tables,
Horseshoes, Restrooms, Trails, Picnic
Shelter.
Neighborhood -
Active
Water springs & water
feature
Site of springs that
fed valley Farmers.
Crestview Park
16200 42nd Ave So.
4.5
Play Equipment, Picnic Tables,
Baseball /Softball, Tennis, Picnic Shelter,
Parking, Trail.
Neighborhood -
active and passive.
Maze artwork
none
Bicentennial Park
6000 Christensen Rd.
1
Parking, Play Equipment, Picnic Log
House, Trails, Restrooms
Community -
passive
Location of
Bicentennial Cabin
replica, on river trail.
none
Tukwila Pond Park
299 Strander Blvd.
2.4 dev.
(22.3
undev.)
Pond/Wetlands,'Restroom /Interpretive
Center, Picnic Tables, Trails, Viewing
Platforms„ Parking
Community -
passive
Wetland with
Interpretive Center
Old aerials and
history of site
display.
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Developed Park Land
Park Name & Address
Parkland
Acreage
Type of Function of Park
Facility
Level of Use
Unique Features
Char. and
Values
Historical/
Archeological.
Pea Patch Park
S 129th St. & Duwamish River
1
Pea Path Gardens
Community -
passive
Pea Patch Gardens
None
Duwamish Green River Trail
16 (8.4
miles)
Walk/Bike Trail, Picnic Tables,
Benches, River View, Exercise Area.
Active and
Passive, - Trail
Located on Shores
of Green/ Duw Rvr
Historical mrkrs
along trail.
Interurban Trail
3 (3.0
miles)
Walk/Bike Trail, Picnic Tables, River
View
Active - Trail
Passes by
wetlands.
Located on old
Interurban ROW.
Foster Golf Links
13500 Interurban Av. S
70
Golf, Restrooms, Restaurant
Community -
Active
Golf Course with
clubhouse
Historic tree
Cecil Morris Memorial Park —
King County Parks Department
2
King County Facility
Mini - passive
On River and Trail
Native Am.
History
Fort Dent Park - King County
Parks Department.
51
Soccer, softball, picnic (King County
facility)
Regional- Active
River trail, large
sports field
Historical
monument
Metro Pump Station Art Plaza
.1
Art display of local culture
Passive visitation
Tile & steel artwork
& narrative explan.
Historical
information
Total Acres
• Local Parks (Developed)
73.4
• King County Parks
53.1
• . Foster Golf Links
70.0
196.5
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Undeveloped Parkland/Wetlands /Open Space
Park Name & Address
Parkland
Acreage
Type of Function of Park Facility
Unique Features
Char. and Values
Access
Historical/
Archeological.
Southgate Greenbelt Park
11.1
Undeveloped (2 parcels)
Steep hillside, small
stream.
Off 42nd Ave So.
None
56th Avenue South Mini Park
0.1
Undeveloped
By river.
Off Interurban Ave
at 56th Ave S
None
Tukwila Pond Park
22.3
Wetland and buffer.
299 Strander Blvd.
Wetland and ed.
signage.
P -17 Pond Park
7
King Co. owns
drainage pond.
Off river trail and
Minkler Ave.
None
Alde /Markam Greenbelt
.9
Drainage creek flows
through.
Off 42nd Ave. So.
And 155th St.
None
Green River Lots
1
On river shore.
S 133rd & 57th Ave
Pea Patch (Codiga Farm)
7.6
City property leased to private party
On river shore, old
dairy farm.
12535 50th PI. So.
Old dairy farm.
Wilcox River Lots
1
Undeveloped
On river shore.
Off Pamela Drive.
None
Riverfront Park
1
Log house on site, on
shoreline.
So. 140th St and
Green River
None
Interurban Hill Greenbelt
1
Steep wooded
hillside.
1/2 block W. of
Interurban Ave.
None
Macadam Wetland
10
Undeveloped/Wetland
Wetland, steep
hillside, flat area
So. 144th St. and
Macadam Rd.
None
Cascade View Park
2
Undeveloped neighborhood park
High density area
137th & 142nd Pl.
None
TOTALS: Undeveloped 63 acres (this total includes undeveloped portion of Tukwila Pond Park)
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School Facilities
School Name &
Address
Acreage
Type of Facilities of Available to the
Public
Level of Use
Unique Features
Char. and Values
Joint Use
Agreement?
Tukwila Elementary School
5939 South 149th St.
5.0
Play Equipment, Soccer Field,
Softball /Baseball, Basketball Court, and
Covered Play Shed.
Neighborhood -
Active; Formal Little
League and Youth
Soccer.
Full Size Youth
Baseball Field and
Large Soccer Field.
Yes
Showalter Middle School
4242 S. 144th St.
15
Play Equipment, Soccer Field,
Softball /Baseball, and Basketball Court.
Citywide - Active;
Youth Baseball and
City Adult Softball
High School Boys
Baseball Fields and
Full Size Soccer Field.
Yes
Thorndyke Elementary
School
4415 South 150th
10.5
Play Equipment, Basketball Court, Small
Playfield, and Covered Play Shed.
Local Citizen Use
No
Cascade View Elementary
School
13601 32nd South
8.4
Play equipment, Basketball Court, Covered
Play Shed.
Local Citizen Use
No
Foster High School
4242 South 144th St.
18.9
Football Stadium, Tennis Courts, Practice
Field, Running Track, Fitness Courts,
Foster Performing Arts Center
High School
Activities, Local
Citizen, City Use
(limited)
.
Yes
Total School Acres
57.8
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Linkages
Tukwila has established visual linkages along Interurban Avenue through the provision of consistent
streetscape elements and seasonal banners. Street banners are provided on major streets in the retail area,
such as Southcenter Parkway, Strander Boulevard, Klickitat Drive, Southcenter Boulevard and South 144th
Street. Landscaped median areas are maintained by the Public Works Department while roadside and
shoulder planting and visual enhancements are generally maintained by the Parks and Recreation
Department and the Public Works Department.
Nodes
Tukwila has developed 12 gateway signs, and 5 historical monuments.
Public Places
Tukwila has recently developed the Tukwila Pond Park as a major public space. The park is located on the
edge of a wetland in the retail area of the Southcenter Central Business District. Future riverfront land and
private /public plazas will add additional space.
Trails
Tukwila has an extensive network of trails. The trails link residential areas with shopping areas, schools, and
parks and provide access to natural features such as rivers and steep hillsides. The city's sidewalks and
trails work together to provide an integrated network for pedestrian and bicycle movement.
Relationship of Park and Recreation Opportunities to Other City Plans and Policies
Sensitive Areas Overlay and Open Space:
The city regulates development on and near sensitive areas in the city including wetlands, watercourses,
and areas of potential geologic instability such as steep slopes. Development is often restricted to preserve
these sensitive areas. Direct public access may not be allowed to privately owned sensitive areas, but these
areas still provide public recreational benefits. Views may be available from nearby streets and trails. Fish
and wildlife living in improved and preserved sensitive area habitat may travel to or through public areas,
enhancing recreational experiences.
Shoreline Overlay:
Additional recreation opportunities beyond the existing developed trails and recreation areas shown in the
inventory section will be developed in conjunction with the Shoreline Master Program. A goal in the program
is enhancement and restoration of public access to the river in commercial, multifamily and industrial areas.
This goal is implemented through the shoreline permit process and the Shoreline Design Standards and
Guidelines. Visual access is encouraged where physical access is impractical. The river itself is suitable for
boating with various sized watercraft throughout the city. In addition to city goals and policies, Green River
Basin Flood Control District and the US Army Corps of Engineers exercise jurisdiction in areas of dredging,
and levee maintenance.
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Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code:
The Tukwila Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code contain a Public Recreation overlay for areas owned or
controlled by a public or quasi - public agency, which are dedicated for either passive and /or active public
recreation use, or public educational or historical uses. This designation includes existing parks, schools,
trails, open spaces and golf course within the city. Development of new park facilities where this Public
Recreation Overlay did not yet exist would be governed by the underlying zoning.
Public parks, trails, picnic areas and playgrounds are an allowed use in all zoning districts (exclusive of
amusement parks, golf courses or commercial recreation.)
The Comprehensive Plan and Shoreline code both contain policies that encourage plazas and open spaces
that front on the Green /Duwamish River.
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CHAPTER 3. PUBLIC, INVOLVEMENT
The public involvement process has occurred. This draft plan has been reviewed with as many groups as possible in
well- advertised meetings and the media. Active special interest groups such as the Little League Baseball
Association and the Youth Soccer Association will be notified directly of upcoming meetings. The public Involvement
process may include:
• Parks Commission Meeting. An article in the city's Hazelnut Newspaper, mailed directly to all Tukwila residents,
will advertise all open Public Meetings with the Parks Commission. The draft plan will be available prior to the
meeting at City Hall, Community Center, Tukwila Library and Foster Library. The plan will be presented and
public comment received at the meeting.
• Internet. The city's Internet web site may advertise the plan and offer the opportunity to E -Mail comments to the
city.
• City Council Subcommittee. An article in the city's Hazelnut Newspaper will advertise an open Public Meeting
with the Community and Parks Subcommittee of the City Council. The draft plan will be available prior to the
meeting at City Hall, Community Center, Tukwila Library and Foster Library. The plan will be presented and
public comment received at the meeting.
• City Council /Interest Group Invitation. An article in the city's Hazelnut Newspaper will advertise a Public Meeting
with the City Council. Letters will be sent to the School District, Youth Associations, and other key groups
soliciting input. The draft plan will be available prior to the meeting at City Hall, Community Center, Tukwila
Library and Foster Library. The plan will be presented and public comment received at the meeting.
• Notices will be sent to local newspapers that cover Tukwila. The formal adoption by Ordinance of this plan will
be published in the city's "legal notice" newspaper.
• City Council Hearing. Comment will be received at the final hearing at the City Council.
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CHAPTER 4. DEMAND AND NEED ANALYSIS
There is no exact science on how anyone can determine what trails, park or golf improvements are needed. It is a
process of combining citizen input, expressed needs, and available funding.
Planning for resident, employee and shopper population growth and facility use has been a significant challenge
facing Tukwila in past plans. Substantial amounts of vacant land existed during past planning periods. Standards for
acres of parkland per capita were adopted and implemented to assure the city acquired enough park and area to
meet the projected needs. In addition to substantial acquisition activity, park development has been carried out in
response to park user requests, natural resource preservation opportunities and implementation of adopted
recreation standards. Acreage standards presented in past plans have largely been achieved. Growth is continuing
to occur, primarily through "infill" on vacant parcels and redevelopment to more intensive use of land. Tukwila is
projected to experience moderate population growth (roughly 2% per year) in employees and residents over the six -
year planning period.
Analysis Techniques:
The city used several techniques in arriving at the needs expressed in this chapter:
Analysis of Conformance with Goals and Objectives:
Needs were identified by applying the Goals and Objectives expressed in Chapter 1 in an even pattern over the city.
This analysis helps identify geographical areas, which are under - served and new facilities, which are required to
meet citywide, and neighborhood needs.
Observations of current facility use:
Observation of use patterns and maintenance issues at existing parks is a continuous and ongoing emphasis of the
Parks and Recreation Department. These observations help identify needs for new facilities and facility upgrades.
Inventory of requests:
Continuous open lines of communication are maintained between the Parks and Recreation Department and park
users. Requests for new facilities are noted. Scheduling demands for existing facilities are analyzed to determine
needs for new facilities. The Parks Commissioners often report on citizen requests at their monthly meetings.
Public comment:
Public involvement, and meetings with elected officials and major user groups as described in Chapter 3 were used,
as an indicator of current unmet needs in Tukwila during preparation of this plan.
Analysis of Physical Characteristics:
Since the city has many physical barriers such as freeways, rivers, steep slopes and railroads that affect pedestrian
movement and park service areas, physical factors were reviewed to determine where new park sites might be
needed to accomplish accessibility goals. The Duwamish River is a unique and valuable amenity that is treated as
a key attribute to this plan.
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Analysis of Growth and Development Patterns:
Population and employee growth patterns were reviewed to assess how this growth will affect demand and needs.
Unique Opportunities, Donations and Grants
From time to time, unique happenings, especially land donations, will occur that may meet city objectives. However,
the specific project may not be on the project list. Strong consideration should be given to accepting and such gift.
Analysis Results
Needs for New Parks:
Tukwila's unique physical features, including freeway corridors, river channels and steep hillsides, may limit easy
and safe access to many of its parks. Proper location of the neighborhood parks and other facilities are an
important part of meeting citizen needs.
Neighborhood parks are the main element of the city's park system and the emphasis of this plan and past city
actions is to provide a geographical distribution of neighborhood park facilities that maximizes user access. A key
concept in achieving this goal is to provide a neighborhood park facility within 1/2 mile walking distance of all Citizens.
This walking distance must take into account the existence of barriers to pedestrian movement such as freeways
and rivers. Residents within % mile of a park may not be able to use it if physical barriers or unsafe direct access
prohibits such use.
The Cascade View Neighborhood in the northwest corner of the city currently is the most obvious area that does not
meet the city's standard for access to a neighborhood park. A new neighborhood park is needed in the Cascade
View Neighborhood.
Needs for new Facilities in Neighborhood Parks
Tukwila's park system contains a wide range of facilities from natural areas to major ball - fields to meet the broad
spectrum of user needs in the city. It is not practical to provide all types of facilities in each neighborhood park.
Locations for facilities that are so large, expensive or specialized that they may only achieve adequate user
participation by drawing on a citywide population should be determined on a case by case basis. The following
analysis identifies the needs for citywide facilities without identifying a specific park location. The specific location of
improvements is presented in the Capital Improvement Program.
Baseball and Softball fields: In 1997 the Parks and Recreation Department performed an informal inventory of its
requests for youth and adult game and practice times and compared this with field capacity in the city. There are three
sizes of fields utilized each with a separate user group:
1. Adult Softball -base paths at 65' and outfield line at 285'
2. Youth Baseball -base paths at 60' and outfield line at 200'
3. Teenage Baseball -base paths at 90' and outfield line at 300'
It was found that practice and game time demand at the most desirable times, 5 -8 p.m. Monday through Thursday could
not be met. There are not enough fields to meet all requests at these peak times. If requests are scheduled throughout the
week, the city's field availability is slightly less than needed to meet current requests. To meet needs as expressed by
scheduling requests, or if in the future the number of teams increases, then one or two (depending on demand) additional
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quality baseball /softball fields are desirable beginning in 2001 for youth and teenage baseball. Adult men's softball teams
use King County Fort Dent Park and CoRec softball teams use Showalter and Tukwila Community Center fields and it
appears both can handle additional teams.
Soccer Fields: Requests from youth soccer groups for field time currently exceeds the number of fields available during
daylight hours. One to two additional fields are needed. This problem is exacerbated when Daylight Savings Time ends in
the fall, by decreasing daylight time available for scheduling. Volunteer coaches are generally not available early enough
in the afternoons to compensate for the reduced daylight practice time. To increase the city's scheduling capacity for
soccer, lighting on one or two fields is needed plus one more quality practice /game field. When opened, Tukwila
Elementary School Playfield should help meet the demand for a quality field in the spring of 2001. Perhaps Showalter
Field could have lights added to meet evening demands.
Outdoor Courts: Analysis of requests for outdoor court games (tennis, basketball, volleyball) by the city indicates that the
current supply is adequate to meet expressed demands. The city's recently completed tennis court facility at the
Community Center is designed to accommodate roller -blade hockey by allowing removal of the tennis net and posts.
There may be peak use times during midsummer when courts are not always immediately available, however additional
facilities are not deemed to be a high priority at this time. There are no outdoor sand volleyball courts, however grass
courts can be used.
Skate -Park Facility: One of the fastest growing youth and adult non -team sport is skateboarding in specialized facilities.
Local youth have asked the city to build such a facility. In the late 1970's volunteers installed a portable wooden ramp
behind the old community center. As the ramp deteriorated, the activity ended. A skatepark facility could also
accommodate roller - blading. Both skateboarding and roller - blading can occur on trails but a specialized facility is
desirable to accommodate the full scope of these sports. Bicycle use, because of safety, would not be allowed in a skate
park, unless specific bicycle hours are in place.
Play Equipment and Fixtures: Each neighborhood park should include handicap accessible play features accompanied
by nearby benches and or picnic tables. *Horseshoe pits, barbecues, volleyball standards, and pathway lighting fixtures
could be included in a park based on demand, funding and appropriateness to the particular park.
*Safety should be a major consideration for all features and replacement is required for failing or old play equipment.
Shelter and Restroom Facilities: Picnic shelters should be considered for each park. They provide a sheltered space for
group gatherings. Like sports fields, shelters can be reserved by paying a rental fee.
Restrooms at any park should be an option. Factors such as size of the park and what amenities it has are major factors.
Sports fields and large picnic shelters will cause a higher demand and longer stays than passive parks. Any park or major
trail could have both restrooms and shelters. The use of temporary "port-a- potties," particularly during summer and /or
sports seasons, has been an acceptable method to provide smaller parks and trails with a restroom for peak usage.
Multifamily Housing Private Indoor and Outdoor Recreation Space: Over 60% of the city's population lives in Multi -
Family Housing which, since the late 1970's has been required to provide recreation facilities such as pools, exercise
rooms and court games for its residents as part of initial development. Complexes built prior to the 1970's and County
areas that have annexed into the city generally do not have on site recreational facilities. Multifamily areas still need public
neighborhood park, open space and trail facilities nearby to provide outdoor recreation opportunities in larger open spaces
than can be privately provided within developments. Special facilities, such as historical, cultural and high cost amenities
like lighted tennis courts, are not provided in private multi - family housing. Older apartments, etc. lack such facilities. New
complexes provide some individual play areas but no "team" areas.
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Spray Parks: A specialized water spray facility should be considered. Wading pools were used years ago to satisfy this
warm weather activity; however, because of cost and health related reasons, the more efficient water spray play area
parks are becoming more common. The smooth asphalt area has special equipment that sprays water and can be
removed during non use.
Needs for New Trails, Linkages and Nodes:
New foot trails, pathways or sidewalks are needed where links between residences, shopping, parks, and schools
do not exist and can be established or improved. Access to unique natural features such as shoreline can be
provided with a trail. In commercial areas, new trails can help satisfy recreation facility needs of workers and
shoppers. Within neighborhood parks a perimeter -paved trail should be included to provide walking and hard
surface space for biking, etc. City trails not only provide an opportunity for healthy exercise but also help reduce
vehicle trips.
The city lacks quality trails in appropriate locations to allow non - motorized connections in the central business
district and in residential areas. In particular, trails that connect the east and west portions of the city do not
currently exist. A study should be completed to review options and improvements should be made.
Needs for Visual Linkages:
In addition to the physical trail connections mentioned in the preceding paragraph, visual connections are also
important to provide motorists, bicyclists and pedestrians with a sense of structure, direction and location. Visual
characteristics along key routes need to be strengthened with measures such as banners, hanging baskets and
consistent streetscape elements. Key routes for this treatment includes Tukwila International Boulevard, Interurban
Avenue, Southcenter Parkway and Tukwila Parkway. Routes with secondary priority for /visual linkage
improvements are: S 124th Street, S 144th Street, S. 154th Street/Southcenter Boulevard, Strander Boulevard, and
S 180th Street. Expansion could include 65th /62nd /59th Ave S, 40th /42nd Ave S., East Marginal Way /Macadam
Road /Klickitat Drive and West Valley Highway.
Needs for Greenway Corridors:
Greenway corridors may be strengthened or preserved by city actions including development regulations, scenic
easement/land acquisition, tree planting and public information. Areas of the city which have potential for Greenway
Corridor consideration include the Green /Duwamish River, Freeway right of way along Interstate 5 and 405/518 and
possibly some of the roads mentioned as linkages such as Macadam Road /Klickitat Drive and 40th /42nd Ave S.
Freeway areas especially could be enhanced and beautified with landscaping.
Needs for Public Spaces:
Major centers of government and business activity are appropriate locations for public plazas and public art to
support public and private activity. A new civic center plaza planned at 144th Street and Tukwila International
Boulevard is an appropriate location for such a facility. Along the river trail is also a good option.
Needs for Nodes:
Linkages and Trails are enhanced by the location of nodes at appropriate locations. Gateway signs provide
notification to motorists of entrances to the city, small plazas, possibly with seating, public art and historical markers
provide a place for pedestrians and bicyclists to rest. Additional nodes should be provided in appropriate locations.
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Needs for Open Space:
New open space acquisition needs are primarily related to unique physical or geographical opportunities. An
acreage standard is not provided for these types of facilities but the city is committed to preserving and providing
public access to its unique natural features such as shorelines, wetlands and steep slopes where appropriate.* The
city should consider opportunities as they occur and have as a priority the preservation of open space as part of its
mission.
*Maintain and expand the open space network through acquisition, donation and regulaltion.
Definition of priorities for actions
In reviewing the above needs the city has established a Capital Improvement Plan (next chapter) of proposed
projects to be developed during the next six years. During the public review and comment process to adopt this
plan's list, projects may be added, deleted or changed.
In addition, several "old" projects from the previously adopted Plan have been left out of the matrix list. Southgate
Park I and II, Allentown Park Phase I and II (now T.C.C.), Ryan Way Park and Beaver Bend Park (now Fire Station
#53) are not included in this plan. However, some of these previously listed parks should be considered.
The list of projects should never be considered "cast in concrete ". Rather it is an official planning and development
tool used to plan funding, staff commitment and to meet citizens' needs in a logical manner. Each year when the
next year's budget and new Six -Year Capital Improvement Plan are put together, this plan should be reviewed and
followed as closely as possible. It is an action plan, not a plan to collect dust on a shelf. Success in developing a
quality park system is not a destination, but an ongoing journey.
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CHAPTER 5. CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
The following matrix or table was prepared in a format from the IAC planning policies. It lists in order of priority the
major capital projects that should be included in this six -year plan.
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PROPOSED PROJECT LIST FOR PARKS, TRAILS AND PUBLIC PLACES
PRIORITY
PROJECT TITLE
LOCATION
SIZE
DESCRIPTION
Cost Estimate
Total
1
Cascade View Park
137`" & 142nd
2.08 acres
Park acquisition and construction can be phased,
likely multiple lots to be acquired. Combination of
passive and active areas.
$1,500,000
2
Skatepark
TBD
55' X 125'
Concrete skatepark with benches, picnic tables and
landscaping
$180,000
3
Spray Park
To be determined (TCC,
Tukwila Village Plaza,
other ?)
Varies, 60' X 80'
Develop a ground surface spray park in an area that
has support facilities for seasonal use.
$160,000
4
Macadam Wetland Education
and Winter Garden Park
53rd Ave. S. & S. 144th St.
10 acres
Large wetland area with steep slope on east side.
Can develop a winter garden in NW corner. Provide
information signs for both, and pathways.
$200,000
5
Flower Beautification Program
Throughout city, primarily at
major arterial street corners
N/A
Enhance the beauty of city streets creating an image
of a vibrant, friendly city.
$35,000 startup,
thereafter $30,000
annual cost
6
Showalter Field Lights
Showalter Middle School
4628 S. 144th St.
Light poles
around fields
To increase usage of the sports field areas, especially
for fall soccer.
$180,000
7
Tukwila Village Plaza
Tukwila International Blvd.
& S. 144th St.
Will depend on
space available
Support area for retail /office area near city spaces.
Seating and picnic areas spaced between landscaping
and hard surfaced areas.
$290,000
8
Codiga Farm /Small Boat
Access Park
12535 50th Place South
7.6 acres
Partnering with Army Corps of Engineers to include
side channel, picnic shelter, pea patch
$230,000
9
Tukwila Pond Park —Phase 11
299 Strander Blvd.
24.7 acres
Complete invasive plant removal, provide parking and
trails. Major effort to complete park areas with plants,
trees, fountain and some paving.
$400,000
10
E/W Trails Across City
To be determined in
several locations across
width of town
Bicycle path
width 4' -6'
Several trails connecting the areas east to west
through the city. Can be separate trails, sidewalks or
pedestrian paths a
To be determined
11
Helen Nelsen River Trail
E. shoreline of Green River
between 1 -405 and 1 block
N. of Strander Blvd.
1.5 acres
Riverfront trail and small park connecting Interurban
Ave. S. around S. 158th St. to the Family Fun Center
$400,000
12
Interurban & River Trail
Enhancements
Various locations on
Interurban & Duwamish/
Green River Trails
Small spaces for
added items
Along both trails, educational and historical exhibits,
picnic tables, benches and viewing platforms.
Est. $100,000
13
Wilcox Riverfront Park
Pamela Drive on shoreline
3 lots, total 1
acre
Passive shoreline park to serve the isolated
community of Foster Point.
$150,000
14
Alde /Markham Park
15421 42nd Avenue S.
.9 acre
Small greenbelt area between Highway 518 and
stream. Preserve as a greenbelt. Demolish house.
$70,000
15
Riverfront/Log House Park
5829 S. 140th Street
1 acre
Utilize existing 2 lots as a shoreline park connected to
the river trail. Perhaps use the log house as a small
conference center.
$300,000
16
Cascade Elementary Field
33601 32 "d Avenue S.
400' X 200'
Enhance playfield to provide sports areas for the
general public
$200,000
17
Site #1 – King County
Duwamish River
TBD
18
Ryan Hill Park
TBD
Min 2 acres
Desired 4 -8 ac
Land purchase needed for park development
TBD
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Future Project Map
Future Project Locations
Existing Parks & Open Spaces
0 Existing Neighborhood Parks
Service Areas 1/2 mile radius
OProposed Neighborhood
Parks Service Areas
Future Projects Identified by Number
*1. Cascade View Park
(General Location Shown)
2. Skate Park
(Shown At KC.South Central Pool)
3. Tukwila Villiage Plaza
4. East/West City Trails
(No Location Shown)
5. Hanging Flower Baskets
(No Location Shown)
* 6. Codiga Farm/ Small Boat Access Park
7. Spray Park (At Tukwila Community Center)
* 8. Tukwila Pond Park -Phase II
*9. Macadam Wetland Education &
Winter Garden Park
10. Helen Nelsen River Trail
11. Riverfront /Log House Park
12. Showalter Sports Feld Lights
13. Wilcox River Front Park
14. Aide /Markham Park
15. Interurban & River Trail Enhancements
(No Location Shown)
* Denotes new or enhanced
neighborhood park
Tukwila
Parks
& Recreation
Department
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GIS
Tukwila
CHAPTER 6. ADOPTION ORDINANCE
Include a signed copy of the Ordinance of the Tukwila City Council adopting the Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan
when available.
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APPENDIX 1. CITY POPULATION CHARACTERISTICS
Table 1 Population Growth 1910 to 2010, City of Tukwila
Year
Population
1940 (Puget Sound Regional Council)
521
1950 (Puget Sound Regional Council)
806
1960 (Puget Sound Regional Council)
1,804
1970 (Puget Sound Regional Council)
3,509
1980 (Puget Sound Regional Council)
3,578
1990 (Puget Sound Regional Council)
11,874
1997 (Washington OFM)
14,930
2000 Census
17,181
2010 (City Planning Department)
18,856
Table 2 Employment Projection, City of Tukwila
Year
Employees
1990 (City Planning Department)
46,937
2000 (City Planning Department)
50,128
2010 (City Planning Department)
62,036
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Table 3 Age Distribution (Source: Puget Sound Regional Council)
Age Distribution
City of Tukwila
Percent
King County
Percent
11 and Under
14.5
15.9
12 -17
5.2
6.7
18 -24
11.9
10.0
25 -34
24.5
20.0
35-44
16.4
17.9
45 -54
10.6
10.8
55 -64
7.9
7.6
65 and over
9.0
11.1
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i
MEMO TO THE FILE
September 20, 2000
To:
Dyk
Project File No. E2000 -014
Parks, Golf, and Public Place Plan 2000 -20005
6200 Southcenter Boulevard
From: Alexa Berlow, Associate Planner
Re: Staff Evaluation of Environmental Checklist
Received: June 2000
Project Description:
The proposal is for a six -year plan. The plan identifies park projects that could be
developed over the next six years. Projects could include acquisition, design,
construction, and equipment purchases. It is a general planning tool and is not a
construction document for any specific project.
Proponent:
Bruce Fletcher
Director, Department of Parks and Recration
12424 S. 124`h St.
Tukwila, WA 98168
(206)767 -2343
Location:
Projects may be dispersed throughout the City of Tukwila. Some projects will enhance
existing sites (parks, or trails, et.al.). Others may be new.
Date prepared:
September 14, 2000
Lead Agency:
City of Tukwila, Department of Community Development
Challenges to Document:
None
Other Agencies of Jurisdiction:
None
Other Approvals:
Tukwila City Council, to adopt plan by ordinance.
Recommendation:
DNS (Determination of Non - Significance)
Interdepartmental Comments:
There were no interdepartmental comments.
A. BACKGROUND
• SEPA Review — E2000 -014
Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan
September 20, 2000
The proposal is for a six -year plan. It is a general planning tool and is not a
construction document for any specific project. Projects could include acquisition, design,
construction, and equipment purchases.
B. REVIEW OF ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
Unless noted below, all elements will be reviewed on a project by project basis
through local, regional, and national land use and environmental regulations and
ordinances administered by the City Of Tukwila as necessary to reduce or manage
impacts, or to maintain or preserve vital conditions.
Earth
Site conditions will vary depending upon the project. Specific sites conditions
and potential impacts and needs would be reviewed and addressed through the
permit application process.
Air
Dust and vehicular emission from construction would be expected. Measures to
control the impact would be addressed through the permit application process.
2
• SEPA Review — E2000 -014
Parks, Golf and Open Space Plan
September 20, 2000
Water
Measures to retain surface water runoff would be addressed through the permit
review process.
Plants
Plants and vegetation to be found on or in the vicinity of the City of Tukwila
include the following: deciduous trees (alder, maple, aspen, and others),
evergreen trees (fir, cedar, pine, and others), shrubs, grass; pasture, crops of
grain, wet soil plants (cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage, and other),
water plants (water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, and other) and other plants.
Animals
Birds and animals, which have been observed on or near the City Of Tukwila
include birds (hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, and other); mammals (deer, bear,
and elk, beaver, other); fish (bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, and other).
Energy/Natural Resources
Compliance with the Washington State Energy Code would be addressed
through the permit review process.
Environmental Health
Noise impact would be due to construction. Measures to reduce the impact
would be addressed through the permit review process.
Land /Shoreline Uses
Land use and shoreline concerns would be addressed through the local permit
process.
Housing
No housing is anticipated.
Aesthetics
Aesthetic quality would be addressed through the local design review process.
Light /Glare
Proposals might include outdoor lighting. Measures to reduce light and glare
would be addressed through the local permit review process. This would include
both day and night lighting.
3
• SEPA Review — E2000 -0I4
Parks, Golf, and Open Space Plan
September 20, 2000
Recreation
The City has 14 parks and golf courses, 12 foot trails, and 11 miles of trails.
Two parks are within the City of Tukwila jurisdiction. The city also has 11
open space or greenbelt parks, and five school playfield sites. Projects would
add new facilities or improve existing ones. Improved recreation activities
would result from the plan.
Historic /Cultural Preservation
Certain development projects could impact existing historic sites. Impacts would
be reviewed through the environmental review process.
Transportation
Sites are served by public transportation. On -site parking would be addressed
through the local permit review process.
Public Services
None
Utilities
Utilities currently available to the sites would include electric, natural gas, water,
refuse service, telephone, and sanitary sewer. Existing conditions will vary on
each site. ,
C. RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends approval of the SEPA request as a (DNS) Determination of
Non - Significance.
Approved By: Date:
Jack Pace, Planning Manager
City of Tukwila -
MEMORANDUM
from the desk of Don Williams, Parks and Recreation
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Department of Community Development
6300 Southcenter Boulevard, Tukwila, WA 98188
Telephone: (206) 431 -3670 FAX (206) 431 -3665
E -mail: tukplan@ci.tukwila.wa.us
SEPA
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REVIEW
APPLICATION
NAME OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT:
PARKS, GOLF AND PUBLIC PLACES PLAN 2000 - 2005
LOCATION OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT: (Give street address or, if vacant,
indicate lot(s), block and subdivision, access street, and nearest intersection. LIST ALL 10 DIGIT PARCEL
NUMBERS.
k FY OF TUKWILA (ENTIRE CITY)
Quarter: Section: Township: Range:
(This information may be found on your tax statement.)
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR :
The individual who:
• has decision making authority on behalf of the applicant in meetings with City staff,
• has full responsibility for identifying and satisfying all relevant and sometimes overlapping
development standards, and
• is the primary contact with the City, to whom all notices and reports will be sent.
Name: Bruce Fletcher
Address: _12424 S. 124th Street, Tukwila, WA 98168
Phone: _(206) 767 -2343 FAX: (206) 768 -0524
Signature:
Date:
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NAME OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT:
PARKS, GOLF AND PUBLIC PLACES PLAN 2000 - 2005
LOCATION OF PROJECT/DEVELOPMENT: (Give street address or, if vacant,
indicate lot(s), block and subdivision, access street, and nearest intersection. LIST ALL 10 DIGIT PARCEL
NUMBERS.
k FY OF TUKWILA (ENTIRE CITY)
Quarter: Section: Township: Range:
(This information may be found on your tax statement.)
DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR :
The individual who:
• has decision making authority on behalf of the applicant in meetings with City staff,
• has full responsibility for identifying and satisfying all relevant and sometimes overlapping
development standards, and
• is the primary contact with the City, to whom all notices and reports will be sent.
Name: Bruce Fletcher
Address: _12424 S. 124th Street, Tukwila, WA 98168
Phone: _(206) 767 -2343 FAX: (206) 768 -0524
Signature:
Date:
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Applicant Responses:
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
Park, Golf and Public Places Plan 2000 -2005
2. Name of Applicant:
Bruce Fletcher
3. Date checklist prepared:
May 17, 2000
4. Agency requesting checklist:
City of Tukwila
5. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
Adopt plan by August 1, 2000
6. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity
related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
Plan may be amended in future, up to City Council.
7. List any environmental information you know about that has been
prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal.
None
8. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
None
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9. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal.
City Council will adopt this six -year plan by ordinance.
10. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size
of the project and site. There are several questions later in this checklist that ask you to
describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those answers on this
page.
The six year plan identifies park projects that could be developed over the next six years. Projects could
include acquisition, design, construction and equipment purchases. This is a general planning "tool ", not a
construction document for any specific project.
11. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the
precise location of your proposed project, including a street address, if any, the tax lot
number, and section, township, and range. If a proposal would occur over a range of area,
provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan,
vicinity map, and topographic map, if reasonably available. While you should submit any
plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed plans
submitted with any permit applications related to this checklist.
Projects may be dispursed throughout the city. Some projects will enhance existing parks or trails and others
may be entirely new.
12. Does the proposal lie within an area designated on the City's Comprehensive Land Use
Policy Plan Map as environmentally sensitive?
Entire city, no specific projects are being applied for at this time.
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes,
mountainous, other:
Varies
Agency Comments
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
N/A
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel,
peat, muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and
note any prime farmland.
N/A
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity?
If so, describe.
N/A
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading
proposed. Indicate source of fill.
N/A
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f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use?
If so, generally describe.
N/A
g.
About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
N/A
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
N/A
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (for example, dust,
automobile odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is
completed? If any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known.
N/A
b. Are there any off -site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
N/A
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c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
N/A
3. Water
a. Surface:
1. Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site
(including year -round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)?
If yes, describe type and provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or
river it flows into.
N/A
2. Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the
described waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
N/A
3. Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or
removed from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that
would be affected. Indicate the source of fill material.
N/A
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4. Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known.
N/A
5. Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
N/A
6. Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
N/A
b. Ground:
1. Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities, if known.
N/A
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2. Describe waste materials that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or
other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the
following chemicals...; agricultural; etc). Describe the general size of the system, the
number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the
number of animals or humans the system(s) are expected to serve:
N/A
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1. Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection and
disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow? Will this
water flow? Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
N/A
2. Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
N/A
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
N/A
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4. Plants N/A
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
Deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
Evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
Shrubs
Grass
Pasture
Crop or grain
Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush,
skunk cabbage, other
Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
N/A
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
N/A
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
N/A
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5. Animals N/A
a. Circle any birds or animals which have been observed on or near the site or are
known to be on or near the site:
Birds:
Mammals
Fish
Other
Hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
Deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
Bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
N/A
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
N/A
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
N/A
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to
meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for
heating, manufacturing, etc.
N/A
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b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties? If
so, generally describe.
N/A
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this
proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any:
N/A
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to toxic chemicals,
risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of
this proposal? If so, describe.
N/A
1. Describe special emergency services that might be required.
N/A
2. Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
N/A
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b. Noise
1. What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for
example: traffic, equipment, operation, other)?
N/A
2. What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the
project on a short-term or long -term basis (for example: traffic, construction,
operation, other)? Indicate what hours noise would come from the site.
N/A
3. Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
N/A
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
N/A
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
N/A
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c. Describe any structures on the site.
N/A
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
N/A
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
N/A
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
N/A
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
N/A
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so,
specify.
N/A
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i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
J•
N/A
Agency Comments
Approximately how many people would the completed project displace?
N/A
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
N/A
1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected
land uses and plans, if any:
NIA
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low- income housing?
'.N /A
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b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low- income housing.
N/A
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
N/A
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what
is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
N/A
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
N/A
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
N/A
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11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it
mainly occur?
N/A
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with
views?
N/A
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
N/A
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
N/A
12. Recreation
a. What designed and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate
vicinity?
City has 11 miles of trails, 14 parks, golf course and 12 foot trails. King County Parks has 2 parks within
Tuwkila. The city also has 11 open space or greenbelt parks and 5 school playfield sites.
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b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
No, projects would add new faciliites or improve existing ones. No parks are proposed to be abandoned.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation
opportunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
New or improved recreation activities will result from this plan.
13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, National, State, or Local
preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
If certain projects are developed, they could possibly impact existing historical sites, however, specific projects
will each have their individual impacts reviewed through the environmental reviews.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific,
or cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
N/A
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any:
N/A
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14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access
to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
N/A
b. Is the site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance
to the nearest transit stop?
N/A
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate?
N/A
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing
roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether
public or private).
TN /A
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air
transportation? If so, generally describe.
N/A
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f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If
known, indicate when peak volumes would occur.
N/A
Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
N/A
15. Public Services
a. 'Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire
protection, police protection, health care, schools, other)? If so, generally describe.
N/A
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
N/A
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: N/A
electricity, natural gas, water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic
system
other:
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b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the
service, and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate
vicinity which might be needed.
N/A
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the
lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
Date Submitted:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NON - PROJECT PROPOSALS
(do not use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in
conjunction with the list of elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or
the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the
item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not
implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposals be likely to increase discharge to water; emissions
to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or
production of noise?
N/A
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
N/A
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine
life?
N/A
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life
are:
N/A
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3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
N/A
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources are:
N/A
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive
areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental
protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or
endangered species habitats, historic or cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or
prime farmlands?
N/A
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
N/A
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including
whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with
existing plans?
N/A
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N/A
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or
public service and utilities?
N/A
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
N/A
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with Local, State, or
Federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.
N/A
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PART ELEVEN - FORMS
WAC 197 -11 -960 Environmental checklist
ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST
Purpose of checklist:
The State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), chapter 43.21C RCW, requires all governmental agencies to consider the
environmental impacts of a proposal before making decisions. An environmental impact statement (EIS) must be prepared for all
proposals with probable significant adverse impacts on the quality of the environment. The purpose of this checklist is to provide
information to help you and the agency identify impacts from your proposal (and to reduce or avoid impacts from the proposal, if it
can be done) and to help the agency decide whether an EIS is required.
Instructions for applicants:
This environmental checklist asks you to describe some basic information about your proposal. Governmental agencies
use this checklist to determine whether the environmental impacts of your proposal are significant, requiring preparation of an EIS.
Answer the questions briefly, with the most precise information known, or give the best description you can.
You must answer each question accurately and carefully, to the best of your knowledge. In most cases, you should be able
to answer the questions from your own observations or project plans without the need to hire experts. If you really do not know the
answer, or if a question does not apply to your proposal, write "do not know or "does not apply." Complete answers to the
questions now may avoid unnecessary delays later.
Some questions ask about governmental regulations, such as zoning, shoreline, and landmark designations. Answer these
questions if you can. If you have problems, the governmental agencies can assist you.
The checklist questions apply to all parts of your proposal, even if you plan to. do them over a period of time or on
different parcels of land. Attach any additional information that will help describe your proposal or its environmental effects. The
agency to which you submit this checklist may ask you to explain your answers or provide additional information reasonably related
to determining if there may be significant adverse impact
Use of checklist for nonproject proposals:
Complete this checklist for nonproject proposals, even though questions may be answered "does not apply." IN ADDITION,
complete the SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FORNONPROJECT ACTIONS (part D).
For nonproject actions, the references in the checklist to the words "project," "applicant," and "property or site" should be
read as "proposal," "proposer," and "affected geographic area," respectively.
A. BACKGROUND
1. Name of proposed project, if applicable:
2. Name of applicant
3. Address and phone number of applicant and contact person:
4. Date checklist prepared:
5. Agency requesting checklist
6. Proposed timing or schedule (including phasing, if applicable):
7. Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion, or further activity related to or connected with this proposal? If yes,
explain.
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8. List any environmental information you know about that has been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal.
9. Do you lmow whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other proposals directly affecting the property
covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
10. List any government approvals or permits that will be needed for your proposal, if known.
11. Give brief, complete description of your proposal, including the proposed uses and the size of the project and site. There are
several questions later in this checklist that ask you to describe certain aspects of your proposal. You do not need to repeat those
answers on this page. (Lead agencies may modify this form to include additional specific information on project description.)
12. Location of the proposal. Give sufficient information for a person to understand the precise location of your proposed project,
including a street address, if any, and section, township, and range, if known. If a proposal would occur over a range of area,
provide the range or boundaries of the site(s). Provide a legal description, site plan, vicinity map, and topographic map, if
reasonably available. While you should submit any plans required by the agency, you are not required to duplicate maps or detailed
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep slopes, mountainous,
other
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
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c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay, sand, gravel, peat,
muck)? If you know the classification of agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime
farmland.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the immediate vicinity? If so,
describe.
e. Describe the purpose, type, and approximate quantities of any filling or grading proposed.
Indicate source of fill.
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If so, generally describe.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious surfaces after project
construction (for example, asphalt or buildings)?
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to the earth, if any:
a. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal (i.e., dust, automobile,
odors, industrial wood smoke) during construction and when the project is completed? If
any, generally describe and give approximate quantities if known.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect your proposal? If so,
generally describe.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts to air, if any:
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3. Water
a. Surface:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity of the site (including
year -round and seasonal streams, saltwater, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type
and provide names If appropriate, state what stream ()Driver it flows into.
2) Will the project require any work over, in, or adjacent to (within 200 feet) the described
waters? If yes, please describe and attach available plans.
3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be placed in or removed
from surface water or wetlands and indicate the area of the site that would be affected.
Indicate the source of fill material.
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or diversions? Give general
description, purpose, and approximate quantities if known.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100 -year floodplain? If so, note location on the site plan.
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to surface waters? If so,
describe the type of waste and anticipated volume of discharge.
b. Ground:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to ground water? Give
general description, purpose, and approximate quantities if lmown.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground from septic tanks or •
other sources, if any (for example: Domestic sewage; industrial, containing the
following chemicals... ; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of the system, the
number of such systems, the number of houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or humans
the systems) are expected to serve.
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c. Water runoff (including stormwater):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and method of collection
and disposal, if any (include quantities, if known). Where will this water flow?
Will this water flow into other waters? If so, describe.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so, generally describe.
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and runoff water impacts, if any:
4. Plants
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
deciduous tree: alder, maple, aspen, other
evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
shrubs
grass
paste
crop or grain
wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bullrush, skunk cabbage, other
water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to preserve or enhance
vegetation on the site, if any:
5 Animals
a. Circle any birds and animalc which have been observed on or near the site or are known to be on or near the site:
birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other
mammals• deer, bear, elk, beaver, other
fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shelifich, other.
b.
List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the site.
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c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
6. Energy and natural resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will be used to meet
the completed project's energy needs? Describe whether it will be used for heating,
manufacturing, etc.
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent properties?
If so, generally describe.
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans of this proposal?
List other proposed measures to reduce or control energy impacts, if any:
7. Environmental health
a. Are there any environmental health ba72rds, including exposure to toxic chemicals, risk
of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste, that could occur as a result of this proposal?
If so, describe.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health hazards, if any:
b. Norse
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your project (for example:
tragic, equipment, operation, other)?
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or associated with the project on a
short-term or a long -term basis (for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indi-
cate what hours noise would come from the site.
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3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
8. Land and shoreline use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
c. Describe any structures on the site.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation of the site?
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally sensitive" area? If so, specify.
i Approximately how many people would reside or work in the completed project?
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project?
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
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1. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing and projected land
uses and plans, if any:
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate whether high, mid-
dle, or low- income housing.
b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate whether high,
middle, or low- income housing.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any:
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including antennas; what is
the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any:
11. Light and glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposal produce? What time of day would it mainly
occur?
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or interfere with views?
c. What existing off -site sources of light or glare may affect your proposal?
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if any:
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12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the immediate vicinity?
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses? If so, describe.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation, including recreation op-
portunities to be provided by the project or applicant, if any:
13. Historic and cultural preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or.proposed for, national, state, or local preser-
vation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, or
cultural importance known to be on or next to the site.
.c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any
14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe proposed access to the
existing street system. Show on site plans, if any.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the approximate distance to the
nearest transit stop?
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How many would the
project eliminate?
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to existing roads or
streets, not including driveways? If so, generally describe (indicate whether public or
private).
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e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or air transporta-
tion? If so, generally describe.
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes
would occur.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any:
15. Public services .
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for example: fire pro-
tection, police protection, health care, schools, other) ? -If so, generally describe.
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public services, if any.
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas, water, refuse serv-
ice, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other.
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utility providing the service,
and the general construction activities on the site or in the immediate vicinity which might
be needed.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that the lead
agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
Date Submitted:
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D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
(do not use this sheet for project actions)
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them in conjunction
with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or the types of
activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the item at a greater intensity or
at a faster rate than if the proposal were not implemented. Respond briefly and in general
terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water, emissions to air, pro-
duction, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous substances; or production of noise?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or marine life?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or marine life are:
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural resources?
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural resources-are:
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally sensitive areas or
areas designated (or eligible or under study) for governmental protection; such as parks,
wilderness, wild and scenic rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or
cultural sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce impacts are:
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5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use, including whether it
would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses incompatible with existing plans?
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use impacts are:
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on transportation or public
services and utilities?
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state, or federal laws or requirements for the
protection of the environment.
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