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Home My WebLink About07-27-2026 Agenda Packet City Council Study Session PW & CD Special Focus Area July 27, 2026 - 5:30 PM City Hall Council Chambers AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC PARTICIPATION A. The Auburn City Council Study Session Meeting scheduled for Monday, July 27, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. will be held in person and virtually. Virtual Participation Link: To view the meeting virtually please click the below link, or call into the meeting at the phone number listed below. The link to the Virtual Meeting is: https://www.youtube.com/user/watchauburn/live/?nomobile=1 To listen to the meeting by phone or Zoom, please call the below number or click the link: Telephone: 253 215 8782 Toll Free: 877 853 5257 Zoom: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83774456071 ROLL CALL AGENDA MODIFICATIONS ANNOUNCEMENTS, REPORTS, AND PRESENTATIONS PUBLIC WORKS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DISCUSSION ITEMS A. Capital Projects Status Update and Feature Capital Project (Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Sidewalk Repair) (Gaub) (20 Minutes) B. Parks Projects 2026 Status Update (Krueger) (20 Minutes) COUNCIL REPORTS ADJOURNMENT Agendas and minutes are available to the public at the City Clerk's Office and on the City website (http://www.auburnwa.gov). Page 1 of 73 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: Capital Projects Status Update and Feature Capital Project (Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Sidewalk Repair) (Gaub) (20 Minutes) July 27, 2026 Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Public Works Presentation, Capital Projects Status Report Administrative Recommendation: For discussion only. Background for Motion: Background Summary: The purpose of this discussion is to inform the Council and public of the overall status of the City’s Capital Project Program managed by the Public Works Engineering Services Division and to present the following feature Capital Project: Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Sidewalk Repair. Councilmember: Tracy Taylor Staff: Ingrid Gaub Page 2 of 73 A U B U R N V A L U E S S E R V I C E E N V I R O N M E N T E C O N O M Y C H A R A C T E R S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y W E L L N E S S C E L E B R A T I O N ENGINEERING SERVICES CAPITAL PROJECT STATUS REPORT & FEATURE PROJECT MATT LARSON VERONICA BEAN SAMIM QAYOOMI CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION JULY 27, 2026 Public Works Department Engineering Services Airport Services Maintenance & Operations Services 1 Page 3 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION CAPITAL PROJECTS – CURRENT STATUS SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 45 Active Capital Projects (Approximate total project value $156 million) 26 in Design Phase (Approximate total project value $95 million) 19 in Construction Phase (Approximate total project value $61 million) 2 Page 4 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 3 CPS REPORT Capital Project Status available online: https://www.auburnwa.gov/city_hall/public_works/capital_projects Page 5 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 4 CURRENTLY IN CONSTRUCTION Page 6 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION CP2414 - AUBURN AVE THEATER REBUILD CP2507 - THEATER PARK PLAZA SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION Groundbreaking Ceremony May 13, 2026 Approximately 14-mo. Construction Duration Tentative Ribbon Cutting, 3rd Quarter 2027 Page 7 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION CP1622 - AUBURN WAY S WIDENING (HEMLOCK TO POPLAR) 6 Page 8 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION CP2107 – PUBLIC WORKS M&O FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS PHASE 1 Page 9 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION CP2419 – CITY PARKING LOT REPLACEMENT 8 Page 10 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION CP2424 – 1 ST STREET NE/NW & DIVISION STREET PEDESTRIAN IMPROVEMENTS 9 Page 11 of 73 A U B U R N V A L U E S S E R V I C E E N V I R O N M E N T E C O N O M Y C H A R A C T E R S U S TA I N A B I L I T Y W E L L N E S S C E L E B R A T I O N FEATURE CAPITAL PROJECT: NEIGHBORHOOD TRAFFIC SAFETY AND SIDEWALK REPAIR PROJECT (CP2512) SAMIM QAYOOMI, PROJECT MANAGER VERONICA BEAN, PROGRAM MANAGER Public Works Department Engineering Services Airport Services Maintenance & Operations Services 10 Page 12 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION PURPOSE Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program Goal To reduce speed and cut-through traffic in neighborhoods, making streets safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers, and improving the lives of people who live there. I Street NE Focus Area •Future projects planned but not funded •Current Issues: •New connection to S 277th St and new/planned development in the area creating more traffic •Future King County Metro I-Line RapidRide creating additional pedestrian and bicycle traffic •Community concerns about speeding, cars leaving the road, drivers not stopping at stop signs, and sidewalk gaps Sidewalk Repair and Accessibility Program •Property owners pay City fee to include repair in City project •City funded repair/replacement/upgrades Page 13 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION PROJECT AREA MAP SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION Page 14 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION EXISTING CONDITIONS SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION •Drivers were going faster in the north part of I St NE •Crashes occurred throughout the corridor, with some clusters near intersections •Sidewalk gaps on east side between 40 th St NE and Monterey Park, and after Monterey Park and 45 th St NE •Sidewalk gap on the west side from just north of 40 th St NE to 45 th St NE •Bike facility gap from 40 th St NE to 45 th St NE Page 15 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 14 PRE-DESIGN COMMUNITY OUTREACH 6 11 16 17 18 34 35 60 76 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 Drivers leaving the roadway Missing or inadequate bicycle infrastructure Missing or narrow sidewalk Other Missing or inadequate street lighting Pavement condition (potholes, ruts, uneven) Drivers not paying attention to crosswalks or pedestrians Drivers not stopping at stop signs Speeding drivers Number of responses What are your biggest concerns about transportation safety on I St NE? Page 16 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 15 PRE-DESIGN COMMUNITY OUTREACH We also asked if people had concerns at specific locations. Page 17 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 16 PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS 1. Change speed limit to 30 MPH 2. Install speed feedback signs 3. Mark all side street pedestrian crosswalks along I St NE 4. Construct new shared-use path 5. Construct raised crosswalks 6. Improved pedestrian crossings at intersections 7. Construct truck apron on 22 nd St NE roundabout 8. Sidewalk replacement throughout the City Page 18 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 17 DESIGN COMMUNITY OUTREACH Comments on the proposed design •Mixed opinions on changing the speed limit •Desire for a good bike connection all the way from 45th St NE to 37th St NE, so people can connect to the Interurban Trail •Pavement condition concerns •Several comments showing overall approval of the project Page 19 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 18 PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS Filling Pedestrian and Bike Gaps •Adding sidewalk (15 th St NE, 40 th St NE) •Adding two-way bike lane (next to Monterey Park) •Adding a shared-use path with a buffer (42 nd St NE to 45 th St NE) •Adding crosswalk with RRFBs (45 th St NE) Page 20 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 19 PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS Pedestrian Crossings with Stop Signs 37 th St NE and 28 th St NE •Median Refuge Islands •Stop Signs with Red Flashing Beacons •Pavement Markings Page 21 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 20 PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS Pedestrian Crossing Without Stop Sign 30 th St NE •Median refuge islands •New Crosswalk crossing I ST NE •Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFBs) for I St NE crossing Page 22 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION 21 PROJECT IMPROVEMENTS Raised Crosswalks 15 th St NE and near 42 nd Pl NE •Includes RRFBs •Improves pedestrian safety •Slows down drivers Page 23 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION PROJECT BUDGET & SCHEDULE Design Completed FUNDING: Capital Improvement (328 Fund) Arterial Streets (102 Fund) $95,000 $1,100,000 $1,195,000 PROJECT COSTS: DESIGN CONSTRUCTION TOTAL Completion Quarter 4 2026 Sidewalk Repair Program Construction Summer 2026 I St NE Focus Area Construction Late Fall 2026 Completion Quarter 2 2027 Page 24 of 73 SERVICE ENVIRONMENT ECONOMY CHARACTER SUSTAINABILITY WELLNESS CELEBRATION Questions? www.auburnwa.gov/ntsp2026 CAPITAL PROJECT STATUS REPORT 23 Page 25 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor MS2513 W Main Street Signal Pole Replacement The project will replace damaged traffic signal pole at the NW corner of W Main St /A St NW with a new downtown standard traffic signal pole. $200,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Samim Qayoomi The construction work has been suspended for the procurement of long lead-time materials. It is anticipated that the work will resume in October 2026. KPFF Transportati on Systems Inc CP2521 Intersection of 13th St SE and B St SE Storm Improvements Work includes installing two new catch basins, constructing new curb and gutter, wedge curb, and reconstructing the existing curb ramp to address localized flooding. $150,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Aleksey Koshman Construction is underway. N/A Scotty's General Construction CP2518 Airport T-Hangar Upgrades This project will enclose the existing F and E Hangars with rolling doors. $2,250,000 Includes Federal & State Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Shelbi Moyer Bids were opened on June 4, 2026. The City received 4 total bids and awarded the contract to lowest responsive bidder, General Mechanical, Inc., on July 13, 2026. KPFF General Mechanical Inc. Capital Project Status Report Construction Projects Public Works Department - Engineering General Services Division Page: 1Page 26 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2515 124th Ave SE Transit Improvements This project will construct a new bus layover on behalf of King County Metro to support a transit network restructure coinciding with their Link Light Rail expansions. Improvements include a raised bike lane, enhanced crosswalk with RRFB, traffic signal reconfiguration, and rechannelization. $770,000 Includes Interlocal Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Tyler Winn Bids were opened on July 2, 2026. The City received seven total bids and awarded the contract to lowest responsive bidder, P&A Civil, LLC, on July 17, 2026. Construction work is anticipated to begin in August 2026. N/A P&A Civil CP2507 Theater Park Plaza This project will design and construct a park adjacent to the planned Auburn Ave Theater including reconstructing the alleyway between the Postmark Center for the Arts and the Auburn Ave Theater. $1,500,000 Includes Interlocal Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 26 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 27 Matt Larson Construction is underway. This project has been combined with the Auburn Avenue Theater Replacement project CP2414 in construction. Otak Marpac Construction CP2425 C Street SW Preservation (GSA Signal to Ellingson Road SE) The project will grind and overlay C Street SW from the GSA signal (approximately 2,000 feet to the south of 15th Street SW) to Ellingson Road SE. The project also includes ADA upgrades to curb ramps and pedestrian push buttons, and replacement of vehicle detection systems. $1,286,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 26 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Shelbi Moyer Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. N/A Miles Resources, LLC Page: 2Page 27 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2424 1st Street NE/NW & Division Street Ped Improvements The project will implement non- motorized improvements at the 1st Street NE/NW/N Division Street intersection in downtown Auburn. The proposed improvements will create a raised intersection to reinforce slow speeds, and encourage motorists to yield to pedestrians using the crosswalks; add curb bulbs where they are not currently provided to reduce crossing distances and improve pedestrian visibility; construct new ADA complaint ramps; and lighting improvements $1,183,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Shelbi Moyer Construction is underway. The intersection of 1st ST NE/NW and N Division ST is expected to be closed to through traffic until July 31, 2026. Access to businesses is maintained during the closure. N/A Axum General Construction CP2419 City Parking Lot Replacement The project will demolish the existing building at 105 1st Street NE, remove existing driveway aprons on 1st Street NE, design and construct the new parking lot to meet City standards and take access from the alley. The project will also replace the existing sewer main in the alley north of the parking lot. $1,755,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 26 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Samim Qayoomi Construction is nearly complete with only minor work remain. N/A Puget Paving and Construction Inc. Page: 3Page 28 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2418 2026 Local Street Preservation Project The project includes street preservation/reconstruction and upgrades to stormwater, sewer, and water systems on 8th Street SW (West of C Street SW), 4th Street SE (Between Auburn- Black Diamond Road and S Street SE including S Street SE north of 4th Street SE) and J Street SE (Between Auburn Way S and 17th Street SE). Additionally this project will update the speed cushions on J Street SE (Between Auburn Way S and 17th Street SE). $4,820,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 26 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 Aleksey Koshman Construction is underway. Fuller Designs Sound Pacific Construction CP2414 Auburn Downtown Theater This project will construct a 300 seat performing arts theater to replace the recently demolished Auburn Ave Theater. $12,600,000 Includes State Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 26 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 27 Matt Larson Construction is underway. This project has been combined with CP2507 for construction. OTAK Marpac Construction CP2403 Well 4 Electrical Improvements This project will provide electrical improvements to the existing Well 4 facility. $805,000 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Nahom Kahsay The construction work has been suspended for the procurement of long lead-time materials. It is anticipated that the work will resume in September 2026. Carollo Dalton Electric CP2402 2024 Sewer Repair and Replacement This project repairs and/or replaces sewer infrastructure at various locations throughout Auburn. $1,500,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 Nahom Kahsay Construction is underway. N/A HCON Page: 4Page 29 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2335 AWOS, Beacon & Emergency Generator The project will construct a new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS), replace the Airport beacon, and install a new standby generator. The AWOS is a group of instruments that continuously measures and reports weather data that will be used by pilots. The beacon is a bright light that helps pilots locate the Airport at night and will be replaced due to its age and deteriorating condition. A standby generator will provide backup electrical service during power outages. $2,182,000 Includes Federal & State Grant Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 25 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Seth Wickstrom The construction work has been suspended for the procurement of long lead-time materials. It is anticipated that the work will resume in September 2026. The contractor may be onsite periodically to perform minor work activities. Century West Colvico CP2332 Lea Hill Safe Routes to Schools Complete sidewalk gaps and install enhanced crosswalks on SE 304th Street and 124th Ave SE. $1,163,000 Includes State Grant Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Seth Wickstrom Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. BCRA Active Construction , Inc. CP2321 Downtown Infrastructure Improvements This project will construct infrastructure improvements in Downtown Auburn that will support existing development and future re-development activities and to replace infrastructure that is at or near the end of its useful service life. The project also completed the preliminary schematic design of the replacement Auburn Ave Theater. $5,240,000 Includes County Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Matt Larson Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. Otak Active Construction , Inc. Page: 5Page 30 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2211 49th Street NE (Auburn Way N to D Street NE) The project will complete the buildout of 49th Street NE between Auburn Way N and D Street NE. The project will widen the roadway, where required, to provide a sidewalk and separated trail. $1,440,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Nahom Kahsay Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. BCRA Active Construction , Inc. CP2123 C Street SW Preservation This Project will grind and overlay C Street SW between W Main Street and the GSA signal (approximately 2,000 feet to the south of 15th Street SW). As part of the project, non-ADA compliant curb ramps and pedestrian push buttons will be upgraded, and c-curbing and vehicle detection loops will be replaced as needed. There are also, water, storm and sewer improvements along a portion of C St SW. $5,240,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Kim Truong Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. N/A Johansen Construction CP2107 M&O Facility Improvements Phase 1 The project involves expanding Auburn's maintenance building with a six-bay vehicle shop, restrooms, office space, and a uniform closet. It includes a new fire sprinkler system, plumbing, HVAC, and electrical upgrades. Site work includes reconfiguring parking, removing a planter, grading, adding structural fill, and adjusting utilities (stormwater, water, sewer) to accommodate the addition. $2,379,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Lauren Kirk Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. Page & Beard Architects GenCap Construction Page: 6Page 31 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP1622 Auburn Way South Improvements - Hemlock St SE to Poplar St SE Roadway widening to create a five-lane cross section with two general purpose travel lanes in each direction, and a two-way center left-turn lane. Additionally, curb and gutter, 10 foot sidewalks, illumination, transit stop improvements, storm water improvements, water main extension, and access management (where feasible) with accommodation for U-turns are proposed. $14,750,000 Includes Federal & State Grant Funds QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 25 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 Jeffrey Bender Construction is nearly complete with minor corrections and work remaining. Parametrix Miles Resources Construction Projects Summary Number of Projects 19 Total Budget $61,213,000 Page: 7Page 32 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor MS2514 2026 Arterial Patching The 2026 Arterial Patching Project will repair damaged asphalt at ten arterial and collector street locations. Up to 5,000 square feet of pavement will be replaced at each site, with curb ramp upgrades included where required. The work focuses on the worst pavement areas to extend roadway life and support future resurfacing efforts. $1,200,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 Aleksey Koshman Design is complete and this project was advertised for bids on July 17, 2026. Bid opening is scheduled on July 30. 2026. N/A TBD CP2607 Lake Tapps Pkwy SE Preservation (Sumner Tapps Hwy to 182nd Ave E) This project preserves the existing roadway on Lake Tapps Parkway E between Sumner Tapps Hwy E and 182nd Ave E. The project improvements also include upgrading curb ramps to current ADA standards; replacing the vehicle detection system at the Sumner Tapps Hwy E and 182nd Ave E intersection; and re-channelizing the roadway corridor to include buffered bike lanes. $1,640,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 27 Nahom Kahsay Design survey is complete. Design is underway. N/A TBD CP2606 A St SE Preservation (17th St SE to 37th St SE) Grind and overlay A Street SE from 17th Street SE to 37th Street SE. Upgrade ADA curb ramps and signal detection as needed. $2,475,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 27 Seth Wickstrom Design survey is underway. N/A TBD Design Projects Page: 8Page 33 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2605 L ST SE Alley Improvement The scope of work includes the design and construction of a storm drainage network extension, along with pavement reconstruction of the alleyway between M St SE and L St SE, from E Main St to 4th St SE. $1,500,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 27 Kim Truong Design is underway.N/A TBD CP2603 Braunwood Pump Station Mechanical Upgrades Project This project will replace deteriorated galvanized piping inside the Braunwood Pump Station building due to corrosion and an active leak. The work includes replacing all internal piping, valves, fittings, and the three existing pressure tanks, as well as reinstalling the chlorination injection system. New pressure relief valves will also be installed next to each tank in accordance with Washington State Department of Health requirements. $200,000 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 Aleksey Koshman Design is underway and is 60% complete. Osborn Consulting, Inc. TBD CP2520 15th St NW Bridge Deck Preservation The project will grind and overlay the two bridges deck crossing railroad in an effort to extend the overall service life of the bridge. $3,700,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 27 Samim Qayoomi Consultant selection process is underway. TBD TBD Page: 9Page 34 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2519 2026 Storm Repair and Replacement This project repairs and/or replaces storm drainage infrastructure at various locations throughout Auburn. $1,000,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 27 Kim Truong Design survey is underway. Osborn Consulting, Inc. TBD CP2512 2026 Neighborhood Traffic Safety and Pedestrian Accessibility The project improves safety and pedestrian accessibility on residential streets throughout the City. The project includes sites where traffic calming will be installed to encourage reduced speeds. Additionally, the project will replace damaged sidewalks and replace/construct curb ramps throughout the City to improve pedestrian accessibility. Furthermore this project will perform a study on I Street NE between Harvey Rd and 42nd St NE. $987,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Samim Qayoomi Design is complete and the design team is finalizing the construction plans and other contract documents. It is anticipated that this project will be advertised for bids in July 2026. Will be bid as two separate contracts. Schedule shown reflects sidewalk repairs contract. N/A TBD Page: 10Page 35 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2511 2027 Local Street Preservation The project will preserve pavement, replace ADA ramps as required, and improve underground utilities as necessary at the following locations: 10th St NE (from Auburn Way N to Harvey Rd), 42nd St NE (from C St NE to Auburn Way N), SE 299th St (from 132nd Ave SE to 130th Way SE), SE 307th Pl (from 112th Ave SE to 124th Ave SE), Oravetz Pl SE (west of Oravetz Rd SE), S 297th Pl/55th Pl S (from 51st Ave S to S 300th Pl), SE 316th St (from 124th Ave SE to 126th Ave SE). $4,000,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 27 Lauren Kirk HDR has been selected as the design consultant for this project. The design consultant contract has been executed. Design is underway. HDR TBD CP2509 Downtown Bike to Transit (10th St NE/NW) The project will improve 10th Street NE with a new three-lane layout, bike lanes, and a center turn lane. Upgrades include modifying the A Street NE intersection, adding a crosswalk with a median and RRFB, updating the D Street NE signal, and repaving the corridor. $2,113,000 Includes State Grant Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 Aleksey Koshman Design is underway and is 30% complete. Fehr & Peers TBD CP2508 2026 Sewer Repair and Replacement This project intends to replace aging sewer infrastructure in various locations. Water and storm infrastructure upgrades are included at select locations. $7,000,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 27 Shelbi Moyer Design is underway and is 60% complete. N/A TBD Page: 11Page 36 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2506 SE 304th St and 116th Ave SE Roundabout Intersection delays will be reduced through the construction of a single-lane roundabout. $3,756,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 27 Seth Wickstrom Design is underway and is 30% complete. Jacobs TBD CP2505 Lake Tapps Street Lighting (Sumner Tapps Hwy E to 182nd Ave E) The project will install street lighting along Lake Tapps Parkway between Sumner Tapps Highway and 182nd Avenue E. Across the elevated section of roadway a new median will be constructed to accommodate the lighting. $1,316,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 Seth Wickstrom Design is complete and the design team is finalizing the construction plans and other contract documents. Design approval process with WSDOT is underway. N/A TBD CP2413 Reservoir 2 Seismic Control Valve This project will improve the seismic resilience and operational reliability of Auburn’s Reservoir 2 by correcting deficiencies, installing a seismic control valve with SCADA integration, and addressing inoperable underground valves. It will also evaluate and upgrade drain and overflow lines to meet DOH cross-connection standards, ensuring safe and compliant reservoir operation. $2,450,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 27 Aleksey Koshman Design is complete and the design team is finalizing the construction plans and other contract documents. Easement acquisition process is underway. Parametrix TBD Page: 12Page 37 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2410 112th Place SE Water Main Replacement Replace existing 6" cast iron watermain with 8" ductile iron watermain. Includes storm drainage improvements. $3,640,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 Lauren Kirk Design is complete and the design team is finalizing the construction plans and other contract documents. It is anticipated that this project will be advertised for bids in July 2026. Consor TBD CP2404 12th St SE and Auburn Way S Water Repair and Replacement This project will repair a water valve in 12th St SE and replace sections of distribution mains with 12-inch ductile iron including appurtenances. Project also includes storm drainage improvements upsizing existing 8” concrete storm pipes with 12” PVC. $796,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Nahom Kahsay Design is underway and is 90% complete. N/A TBD CP2336 2024 Storm Pipeline Extension Program This project extends existing stormwater conveyance systems at various locations throughout Auburn to alleviate localized surface water accumulations. $826,000 TBD TBD Lauren Kirk This project is on-hold. Design is contingent on 3rd party utility design and relocates. N/A TBD CP2331 1st Street NE and R St NE Sewer Replacement Replace approximately 500 LF of sewer main located along the back yard property lines of residential properties between 1st Street NE and 2nd Street NE, east of R Street NE. $801,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 28 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 28 Seth Wickstrom Preliminary design concepts are being developed and evaluated. N/A TBD Page: 13Page 38 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2319 Lea Hill Road/104th Avenue SE Roundabout The project will construct a single lane roundabout at the Lea Hill Road intersection with 104th Avenue SE. The roundabout will replace the existing span-wire signal. The project is needed to improve traffic operations and safety at the intersection. Additionally the existing water mains will be replaced. $4,377,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 27 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 28 Jeffrey Bender Design is underway and is 90% complete. Federal and Local environmental permitting process is complete. Property acquisition process is underway. Consor TBD CP2313 Auburn Way South Roundabout Center Design In partnership with the Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, the project is installing enhancements to the center island of the roundabout on Auburn Way South at Chinook Elementary. The enhancements will include artwork and lighting. $150,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 26 Jeffrey Bender Design is underway and is 99% complete. Parametrix TBD CP2311 E Valley Hwy Widening The project will widen E Valley Hwy between Lakeland Hills Way and Terrace View Drive to a four-/five-lane roadway. The project will include a trail along the east side, lighting, intersection and storm improvements. The improvements will also require wetland mitigation and a fish bearing culvert crossing under E. Valley Hwy. $11,361,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 28 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 29 Lauren Kirk Design is underway and is 60% complete. Jacobs TBD Page: 14Page 39 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2308 R Street SE/21st Street SE Roundabout The project will construct a single lane roundabout at the intersection of R Street SE and 21st Street SE. $2,980,000 Includes Federal Grant Funds QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 26 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 Kim Truong Design and property acquisition process are underway. Design is complete and the design team is finalizing the construction plans and other contract documents. HDR TBD CP2304 West Main Street Pump Station Upgrade This project will design and construct a new stormwater pump station, replacing the existing West Main Street Stormwater Pump Station. $6,000,000 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 28 QTR 4 (OCT- DEC) 28 Shelbi Moyer Keller Associates has been selected as the design consultant for this project. Consultant contract negotiations are underway. It is anticipated that design work will begin in August 2026. Keller Associates TBD CP2210 M Street NE Widening (Main to 4th Street NE) The project will widen M Street NE to a 4/5 lane section between Main Street and 4th Street NE. The project will also replace the signal at Main/M Street. $8,270,000 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 27 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 28 Nahom Kahsay Design is underway and is 60% complete. KPG Psomas TBD Page: 15Page 40 of 73 Project Number Project Name & Description Estimated Project Costs Construction Start Construction Finish Project Manager Recent Progress Design Consultant Contractor CP2116 R St SE Mobility Improvements This project will make improvements from 33rd St SE to 22nd St SE to improve multimodal mobility including a separated multi-use trail, replacement of the pedestrian traffic signal at 31st St SE with a full signal at the Game Farm Park driveway, an added southbound lane to the approach of the 29th St SE intersection, a center turn lane between 29th St SE and 22nd St SE, replaced sidewalks, streetlighting, and replaced signal at the 29th St SE intersection. $12,432,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 QTR 1 (JAN- MAR) 28 Kim Truong Design is underway and is 60% complete. Property acquisition process is underway. HDR TBD CP2009 Rainier Ridge Pump Station This project will replace the Rainier Ridge Sewer Pump Station and its associated force main (approximately 725 ft). $9,981,000 QTR 2 (APR- JUN) 27 QTR 3 (JUL- SEP) 28 Nahom Kahsay Design is underway and is 60% complete. Easement acquisition process is underway. Kennedy Jenks TBD Design Projects Summary Number of Projects 26 Total Budget $94,951,000 Page: 16Page 41 of 73 AGENDA BILL APPROVAL FORM Agenda Subject: Meeting Date: Parks Projects 2026 Status Update (Krueger) (20 Minutes) July 27, 2026 Department: Attachments: Budget Impact: Parks, Arts & Recreation Parks Capital Projects Presentation 2025-2026 Q3 Administrative Recommendation: For discussion only. Background for Motion: Background Summary: The purpose of this discussion is to inform the Council and the public of the current status of Parks Capital Projects and Community Partnership Projects within the Parks Department. Councilmember: Tracy Taylor Staff: Julie Krueger Page 42 of 73 A U B U R N V A L U E S S E R V I C E E N V I R O N M E N T E C O N O M Y C H A R A C T E R S U S T A I N A B I L I T Y W E L L N E S S C E L E B R A T I O N PARKS, ARTS, AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE THANIEL GOUK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION JULY 27, 2026 1 Page 43 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 2 List of Projects / Events in this Presentation •RCO Grant Updates •Soos Creek Botanical Gardens •Veteran’s Memorial Park Inscriptions •Dykstra Footbridge Repairs •Parks Maintenance Horticulture Program •Flooding Related Project Updates •Senior Activity Center Renovation Page 44 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 3 Recreation and Conversation Office (RCO) Grant Updates •The City is applying for 3 RCO Grants Brannan Park – Youth Athletic Fields (YAF) Grant •New Youth Cricket Pitch •New Turf Infields •New Restroom •Total Project Cost $2,430,000 | Grant $1,214,000, Parks Capital $1,214,000 Veteran’s Memorial Park – WWRP Local Parks Grant •New Playground; New Surfacing •Total Project Cost $364,000 | Grant $182,000, Parks Capital $182,000 Terminal Park – WWRP Local Parks Grant •New Playground; New Surfacing •Total Project Cost $394,000 | Grant $197,000, Parks Capital $197,000 Page 45 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 4 Recreation and Conversation Office (RCO) Grant Updates Brannan Park – Youth Athletic Fields (YAF) •New Youth Cricket Pitch •New Turf Infields •New Restroom NORTH SIDE OF PARK SOUTH SIDE OF PARK Page 46 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 5 Recreation and Conversation Office (RCO) Grant Updates Terminal Park – WWRP Local Parks EXISTING PLAYGROUND RENDERING OF NEW PLAYGROUND OPTION Page 47 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 6 Recreation and Conversation Office (RCO) Grant Updates Veteran’s Memorial Park – WWRP Local Parks EXISTING PLAYGROUND RENDERING OF NEW PLAYGROUND OPTION Page 48 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 7 Soos Creek Botanical Gardens Purchase Documents Completed / In Process •Boundary Line Adjustment, Skagen Lease, Operating Agreement, Operations Easement – Completed •QCDs, P&S, other Real Estate Documents – Pending •Anticipated completion late July •CFT Grant Reimbursement to follow Page 49 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 8 Veteran’s Memorial Park Inscribed Brick Replacement •Staff met with American Legion •Monument Signage decided as an alternative to bricks •Signage would be installed (inset) within monument AI-GENERATED EXAMPLE FOR DISCUSSION PURPOSES Page 50 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 9 Dykstra Pedestrian Bridge Inspection Complete with List of Fixes •Parks Maintenance complete some items •Contractor required to complete remaining items •Bid requests scheduled for late summer •Construction to be completed by late Fall EXAMPLE OF WORK COMPLETED BY PARKS STAFF EXAMPLE OF WORK TO BE COMPLETED BY CONTRACTOR BRIDGE INSPECTION REPORT Page 51 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 10 Parks Maintenance – Auburn School District – Horticultural Program First Step Program •Program origins: Built on horticulturist's existing partnerships with Auburn High Schools (tree cuttings for wreaths, guest speaking, park plantings, Garden Club grant for planters, upcoming Veteran's Park maintenance area) •Goal: Attract next-generation interest in trades work and cultivate a pipeline of seasonal hires who are genuinely passionate about horticulture (addressing Parks' ongoing struggle to find engaged seasonal staff) •"First Step Auburn": Since participants are under 18, program runs separately from the formal internship track, with reduced duties/pay (no truck driving or power equipment) and lower salary reflecting that •Staff partnered with HR to create a “lower level” internship-type position for high schoolers •Pilot results: 7 applicants, 2 selected (one per school); one had to withdraw before starting, leaving 1 active participant •Hands-on learning: Employee works primarily alongside the Horticulturist, learning plant/flower/tree ID, invasive species management, and maintenance practices, plus greenhouse operations experience Page 52 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 11 Parks Maintenance – Auburn School District – Horticultural Program First Step Program Page 53 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 12 December Flooding Event – Impacts to Auburn Golf Course Clubhouse, Golf Course Pumphouse, Fleet of Rental Carts, Isaac Evans Park Playground •Tracking nearly $1.9M in insurance claims for flood damages Page 54 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 13 HR & Risk Management – Insurance Claim Support IT Dept – IDF Technology Room & Technology Support Facilities Division – Remediation and Restoration of Clubhouse: •Initial basement water remediation •Electrical repairs •Hot water tank replacement •Walk-in cooler replacement •Furnace replacement •Basement repairs (drywall, etc.) •Fire sprinkler system repairs •Other miscellaneous repairs (card readers, fire system, etc.) Page 55 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 14 Page 56 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 15 Page 57 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 16 Fleet Division: Golf Cart Fleet Replacement •Golf carts stored in the basement •Entire fleet destroyed by flooding •Old carts were sold by insurance as salvage •New Carts arrived in February 2026 •76 Golf Carts, 2 Utility Carts Page 58 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 17 Golf Course Division: Irrigation Pumphouse Replacement •Pumphouse components destroyed by floods •Building, electrical, and pumps replaced •Satellite boxes (irrigation controls throughout the course) replaced Page 59 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 18 Parks Division: Isaac Evans Park – Trail clean-up and Playground Surfacing Replacement •Trails and playground surfacing underwater •Park staff cleaned trails; removing layers of silt and debris •March 2026: Removed playground surfacing, disposed damaged material, added new playchips to playground Page 60 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 19 Facilities Division: Senior Activity Center Renovations •Replaced carpet and vinyl flooring •Replaced and painted siding •Replaced and painted trim •New gutters and downspouts •Exposed wood beams stained •Replaced some windows and re-sealed others •Repaired water-damaged roof area Work done in time for Senior Activity Center 25th Anniversary Celebration on Friday, September 11th Page 61 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 20 City Facilities Projects for Parks Department Senior Activity Center Renovation Page 62 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 21 City Facilities Projects for Parks Department Senior Activity Center Renovation Page 63 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION PARKS PROJECT S 2026 STATUS UPDATE 22 Senior Division: Senior Activity Center Furniture Replacement Page 64 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 23 •Clean Sweep 2026 •Your Money Matters Mentoring at Mary Olson Farm – Port of Seattle Grant •Puget Sound Tree Climbing Competition •Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties Tree Planting Page 65 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 24 Clean Sweep 2026 Project Summary and Stats •466 participants •23 projects across 13 sites •Game Farm Park: painted picnic shelter, planted trees, spread play chips •Brannan Park: new split rail fence, spread play chips, general clean-up •Lakeland Hills Park: painted benches, general clean-up •Sunset Park: mulched tree rings, spread play chips, planted annuals •Mountain View Cemetery: planted hundreds of annuals •Roegner Park: rebuilt benches and tables •Les Gove Park: Soroptimists & Rotary replaced wood top on large table by the rock wall •Veteran’s, Bi-Centennial, Game Farm Parks, Postmark, & Main Street: planted annuals Page 66 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 25 Clean Sweep 2026 Page 67 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 26 Port of Seattle Grant awarded to Your Money Matters Mentoring (YMMM) Youth Education Series at Mary Olson Farm (“Fresh Grounds Project”) •YMMM received $15,000 grant to host Environmental Improvement Program •Grant requires participants to create reports, do presentations, etc. •Tuesdays throughout the summer •Group of youth led by YMMM staff/volunteers Learning Objectives •Site importance •Why have we preserved this site? •Who uses the site now? •Invasive vegetation •Why do we remove invasive species? •How do you identify Tansy, Himalayan Blackberry, and Canadian Thistle? •Environmental education •How does vegetation affect stream health? •Why is soil type and testing important to farm and protected sites? Page 68 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 27 Your Money Matters Mentoring (YMMM) Page 69 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 28 Pacific Northwest International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) Puget Sound Tree Climbing Competition •Yearly competition held in PNW •This year at Les Gove on August 15 •Education Event •Skills Competition CREWS TRIMMING TREES IN LES GOVE IN PREPARATION FOR EVENT (7/17/2026) Page 70 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 29 Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties (MBAKS) Event “Planting A Better Tomorrow” Stewardship Program •Program launched in 2024 •MBAKS reached out to City in March •Staff met with MBAKS to scope project •Tree planting event at Brannan Park in early Fall •MBAKS “signature item” to commemorate event •Ideas: •Boulder with plaque? •Large specimen tree? •Playground piece? •TBD FIRST EVENT IN 2004 IN SHORELINE Page 71 of 73 SERVICE ⚫ ENVIRONMENT ⚫ ECONOMY ⚫ CHARACTER ⚫ SUSTAINABILITY ⚫ WELLNESS ⚫ CELEBRATION COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP PROJECTS 30 Master Builders Association of King and Snohomish Counties (MBAKS) Event NORTH SIDE OF PARK SOUTH SIDE OF PARK “Planting A Better Tomorrow” Stewardship Program •8-10 Specimen Trees (species TBD) •75-100 Arborvitae to complete outfield Page 72 of 73 31 QUESTIONS? 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