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HomeMy WebLinkAbout06 CHAPTER 5 · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN Chapter 5 Our Park System Today: Inventory and Recommendations Over its 113 year history, and under the leadership of past and present Mayors and City Councils, Auburn acquired property through donations, dedications and purchases to create the park system of today. Individual parks are evaluated and renovated periodically to assure they meet and exceed changes in recreational trends, and aesthetic appeal, safety and government standards. To serve both current and future residents, the City needs to continue to acquire new park land and to maintain and improve existing parks and properties. This chapter explores the city parks. We take a look at individual parks, listing facilities and making recommendations for future improvements. Evaluation considers: · location · condition and appropriateness of recreation equipment · amenities · facilities · maintenance · aesthetic quality · unique features. Residents responding to the public opinion survey strongly favored maintaining and upgrading the existing parks. To operate and maintain city parks and facilities (52 percent) had the highest percentage of important functions to provide in the city. The following pages will give us direction in the years to come for ways to accomplish these goals. Quick Reference to Parks · Neighborhood Parks p. 5-6 · Community Parks p. 5-42 · Open Space Areas p. 5-76 · Special Use Areas p. 5-77 Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-1 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON . Summary of Park Evaluation Although parks are unique, there are common conditions they share. The recreation components are well-designed and maintained. Population growth has contributed to overuse of some facilities combined with natural aging requires rehabilitation. As the City matures and establishing a strong recreation program, now is a favorable time to concentrate on the environmental and aesthetic benefits our parks. Parks can provide a "green oasis" in an increasingly urban environment. Aesthetic improvements such as additional landscaping, improved site furnishings, and the screening of objectionable views are desirable to achieve this vision. Summary of Needs Many needs fall into one of the categories summarized below. As parks age, they need annual maintenance as well as occasional minor and major renovations. . · Prepare Plans-Prepare long and short term plans for the maintenance and development of all existing parks. Expectations or level of service needs to be explained as part of the plan. · Rehabilitate Older Parks- Replace outdated recreation equipment. Perform special maintenance efforts such as painting. In some instances a complete redesign of a park or a use area is warranted. · Landscape Improvements- Rehabilitate old or overgrown plantings. Provide additional plantings, especially shrubs, where this can be done. Use native and drought tolerant plants. · Provide Screening- Provide visual and physical buffers (such as landscaping) between two incompatible use areas, such as residences and active recreation areas. Screen undesirable views such as dumpsters with plants or fencing. · Improve Site Furnishings- Provide more benches and seating, bike racks, directional and identifying signage, water . 5-2 PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · fountains, and trash receptacles. Remove old chain link fencing; where needed, replace with decorative fencing in highly visible locations. Black PVC coated chain link fencing in less visible locations. . Provide Additional Components- Add passive recreation components to parks, such as trails, nature walks, horticultural display gardens and art. Design attractive spaces for adult visitors adjacent to playgrounds. Take advantage of natural beauty and unique settings, such as views of the White River at Game Farm Park. . Design of New Parks- Build on the unique aspects of each site. Integrate historical information and artwork. Preserve mature trees. Locate parks so streets or greenbelts serve as buffers between the park and other uses. Meet accessibility requirements; design some facilities to encourage use by specific disabled users. Connect to neighborhoods with recreation/transportation trails. · The Americans with Disabilities Act In 1990 the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. This act implemented sweeping measures at the federal level, and focussed the importance of accessibility to publicly and privately owned facilities. In Washington state, additional accessibility design requirements have been rewritten into a single legal document, with enforcement responsibility placed in the hands of the local building officials. The regulations became effective July 1, 1992. Compliance with both state and federal law is required in Washington. Action to Date A committee of City employees trained in ADA requirements have visited City facilities and prepared a list of structural changes needed to be in compliance with the ADA. The list includes the costs of making these changes. Park facilities and recreation programs need to be evaluated for their compliance with these standards. As existing parks undergo · Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-3 Table 5-1 Examples of Steps to Remove Architectural Barriers 1. Installramps 2. Make curb cuts in sidewalkS and entrances 3. Lower telephones 4. Rearrange tables, chairs, display rackS 5. Lower shelves 6. Install flashing alarm lights 7. Widen doors 8. Install offset hinges to widen doorways 9. Eliminate turnstiles 10. Install accessible door hardware 11. Install grab bars in toilet stalls 12. Rearrange toilet partitions to increase maneuvering space 13. Insulate lavatory pipes 14. Install a raised lavatory seat 15. Install a full-length bathroom mirror 16. Lower a paper towel dispenser 17. Create a designated accessible parking space 5-4 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON renovations, play areas and other affected components are being retrofitted to meet new safety and accessibility standards. · Civil Rights Protection The ADA is legislation gives civil rights protection to individuals with disabilities. It is an anti-discriminatory law, not merely a compendium of architectural guidelines. The law is intended to assure that a person is not excluded from participation in an activity or place due to a physical or mental condition. The Department of Justice emphasizes the need to consult with disabled individuals or organizations representing the disabled to determine the needs and priorities of local citizens. This can be accomplished in the City of Auburn by finding and networking with these groups. We need to answer the questions: · "Who are our disabled?" · "Where do they live?"; and · "What kind of hardships exist?" This enables us to get a clear picture of changes we need to make in offerings and parks design. · Removing Architectural Barriers One ADA requirement is architectural barrier removal in existing public facilities. Table 5-1 gives examples of actions taken to remove such barriers. Measures to comply with the barrier removal requirements are prioritized in the following order: 1. Provide access to public places from public sidewalks, parking or public transportation. Example: Install entrance ramps 2. Provide access to restrooms. Example: Widening of toilet stalls, installation of grab bars. 3. Provide access to areas where goods and services are made available to the public. Example: Adjusting the layout of display racks. 4. Provide access to goods, services, facilities, privileges, advantages or accommodations. · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · ADA and Recreational Facilities Guidelines apply to buildings, and to sites in general. Guidelines specifically, for recreational sites are being prepared. Currently, use the general guidelines for accessibility, lighting and other features. Conclusions/Recommendations for Meeting ADA Requirements 1. Initiate Inventory Initiate the inventory to determine existing barriers. 2. Remove Barriers Develop and carry out a plan for removing these barriers. 3. Determine Needs of Disabled Develop a public participation program to determine the needs and priorities of disabled individuals and organizations in Auburn. 4. Evaluate Accessibility of Programs Evaluate recreation programs to determine their · accessibility and availability to disabled individuals. 5. Evaluate Recreation Facilities When gUidelines for recreation facilities are published, evaluate all recreation facilities for compliance. · Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-5 Neighborhood Park Features: Size: Less than 5 acres Service Area: V2 mile radius Typical features: · Play Structure · Picnic Facilities · Walking Trail · Barbecue Grill · Open Space/Nature Areas · Outdoor Basketball Court · Multi-use playfields · Tennis courts Table 5-2 Existing Neighborhood Park Inventory: Park Auburndale Park Auburndale II Ballard Park Cameron Park Cedar Lanes Park Dykstra Park Forest Villa Park Gaines Park Indian Tom Park Jomada Park Lakeland Hills (und.) lakeland Hills Park Rotary Park Scootie Brown Park Shaughnessy Park Terminal Park Acres 9.64 9.34 0.66 3.83 8.27 1.78 0.23 1.34 0.43 1.B9 8.00 5.05 4.14 1.34 3.46 1.20 TOTAL: 60.60 Acres 5-6 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Inventory of Parks and Recommendations . A short description of each park in the City of Auburn, an assessment of needs and a list of suggested recommendations for improvement. These do not constitute a true maintenance or development plan, as suggested earlier, but give some idea of the major concerns in each park. Neighborhood Parks Neighborhood parks are a combination playground and park designed primarily for non-supervised, non-organized recreation activities. · Smaller than 5 acres · Serve an area of approximately 112 mile radius · Play Structure . . 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", f' .~ ~-~, ~ , , i\ , ' I ' ! --,.,..,...-. t ~...._- ~''',_. ~. ctv rl ,\ ,\\ L\ '\ . , ~~ J' \ -~._- ,Ü:1' """,." ~ ~i)~ >.:__....JI~,,;;I;I"(';T()N PARKS WITH HALF MILE RADIUS 5C'11.E,r_""" O,WA0839\\AUbumIParkrad"dwg,01/071200509:55:09AM,l<wôi&on · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-9 Auburndale Park 31700 108th ST SE Neighborhood Park 9.64 acres Transferred in 2003 Park History: Transferred from the King County Parks Department in 2003. The name came from a designation of an area on old plat maps of the surrounding a rea of Auburn. Park Features: . Barbecue Grill · Play Area . Walking Trail - V4 mile · Exercise Court CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Auburndale Park Auburndale Park falls into the neighborhood category, and like many in this classification, is un.deruse~. The m~in featur~ of the park is a natural wooded area with a trail around It. There IS a play area, picnic tables and barbeque grill. · Needs Assessment It may be desirable to consider an additional feature, such as newer play equipment, that would broaden its appe~1 to a wider variety of ages. Provide an irrigation system at the eXisting lawn area, develop a paved asphalt loop trail. Recommended Improvements · Prepare a Master Plan to update and improve the park · Add an irrigation system · Add asphalt trail and basketball court · Expand and provide new play structure · Add signage as needed · Add new benches · Upgrade exercise stations . Add basketball court · 5-10 · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · I ¿(U · I . Gnss I I; i i ! I i~ ¡""'Entry::::::::-----,, 1lJ' _...."~-- ~~:-~ ~: '= is:' · / ~l s ,\ ~_ .'.. ~JLL.J\,JL,_~ ~\ 318~~~,_ AUBURNDALE PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined ntry r ...="~ I ,\ . - .. I Scale: 1"_100' ~.1Iod: I'1B æo< 5-11 Auburndale Park II 29700 118th ST SE Neighborhood Park 9.34 acres Transferred in 2003 Park History: Transferred from the King County Parks Department in 2003. The name came from a designation of an area on old plat maps of the surrounding area of Auburn. Park Features: . Trail 5-12 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Auburndale Park II Auburndale Park falls into the neighbDrhood category, and like many in this classification, is underused. The main feature of the park is a natural wooded area with a trail through it as a connector for the Bonneville Trail. There is an existing trail system built by the local park users. Needs Assessment The site needs to have a Master Plan developed with the help of the neighbors and current park users. Signage and play structure should be added. Recommended Improvements . Review the existing trail system. Prepare a Master Plan to update and improve the park . Install signage and play structure · · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ! 'I A!i1!URNJ ~ ',' '.~ """"""'" <h__f)'~C"." Auburn * More Than You Imagined 'lrail ~ I I L' --I L -- " ~I- LJ '.' ! [ ~==::::::~),: ------",,__.=L~· I . - - I AUBURNDALE 2 PARK ~~, '"0'00' --...=+ 5-13 Ballard Park 37th Way & R ST SE Neighborhood Park 0.66 acres Dedicated in 1966 Park History: Named after Dr. Levi Ballard, an early piDneer who, in 1865, came with his wife from Oregon to the Puget Sound by covered wagon. He had planned to start a medical practice in Seattle, but that city already had two physicians. David Neely offered the Ballards hospitality when they arrived and settlers encouraged Dr. Ballard to stay in the White River valley. After leasing an old log cabin from the Neelys, they built a house near what is today, Third Street and Auburn Way North and later built another home at First and Auburn Avenue. Dr. Ballard founded the site of downtown Auburn and filed for the first plat of the town of Slaughter in 1886. Park Features: · Picnic Shelter · Barbecue Grill · Play Area · 1/2 Basketball Court · Adjacent to Stuck River 5-14 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Ballard Park Ballard Park falls into the neighborhood category and is underused. The main feature of the park is a distinctive stone picnic shelter. In 2003, a new playground and irrigation system was installed, as well as pathways and an entrance gate. Two new tables and benches were installed and a new concrete fence constructed at that same time. Ballard Park is situated high above the White River and benefits from an appealing view of the river, although it has no direct river access. · Needs Assessment The park needs to be monitored and maintained. It is a destination point for White River Trail users. Recommended Improvements . Include Ballard Park on maps of the White River Trail and future bikeways along R Street and Kersey Way · Provide signage for trail access to connect to GFP and sign age to connect to Game Farm Wilderness Park · Provide continuing maintenance of shelter · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN R 37th WAY SE 3 7 t h S T S E TRAlL'roG S T ~~ ''-, '" ~c BB Cour J ~'-^-^- , pJ~J'- \~ WHITE RIVER I Ir~~~ .. . - ';:NOTOn /~.,( ,,-f c BALLARD PARK .., 0; Scale: L·~ðoO· --- Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-15 Cameron Park Lemon Tree Lane & Academy Drive Neighborhood Park 3.83 acres Dedicated in 1989 Park History: Named for dairy farmer Bruce Cameron, who donated property for a park when his property was sold for a housing development. Park Features: · Picnic Tables · Play Area · V2 Basketball Court · Paved Trail 5-16 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Cameron Park Cameron Park is a relatively linear park winding between twD rows of houses. Most of the park is hidden from view at the main-entrance, and a visitor must take the asphalt path into the heart of the park to discover the remainder. The path winds through open grassy fields, planted with occasional trees. At the opposite end of the park is a colorful play structure. Picnic tables next to the playground provide seating for picnics or for caretakers of young children. · The layout of the path provides a good opportunity to integrate the play area into the rest of the park using landscaping to create a more lush and cohesive setting. A limiting factor in achieving this is the utility easement of Northwest Pipeline, which reduces the ability to landscape and improve some parts of the park. Needs Assessment Additional plantings of trees and shrubs would make this area more "visible" as a park. Shrubs are suggested for their special ability to provide a visual and physical buffer between the park and the houses. It is not necessary to provide a complete screen, but a planting giving a sense Df separation. · The creation of a patio area, adjacent to the playground, with landscaping and comfortable seating would enhance this area and increase its appeal for adults. Adding artwork might also entertain or be enjoyed by adults and children alike. Recommended Improvements · Add split rail fencing by play structure · Replace the play structure and add concrete curbing · Provide landscaping at the following locations: 1. At the play structure 2. Around steel posts and barrier 3. As a buffer between houses and the park · Provide wheelchair access by improving existing curb cut on Lemon Tree Lane · Add chain link fencing at north property line · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ODD Þ Court: --1 ---+[ ~ ,~ , <JJ : .. ! Q I ~ o ~ ~ , ~~ /'.< ¢i . PK ,', 17 ~~~~ ·~"",j),.",c," CAMERON PARK 1__ . - - I 5caI8:1"-300· Plottod,.-œ2G1G+ Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-17 Cedar lanes Park 25th & K St. SE Neighborhood Park 8.27 acres Dedicated in 1969 Park History: Named for the development area in south Auburn and for the number of Cedar trees located on the property. The property was purchased with lAC money just before 1968. Park Features: · Picnic Tables · Barbecue Grill · Play Area · Trails 5-18 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Cedar Lanes Park Cedar Lanes Park is a unique combination of native woodland, well-kept lawn, formal playground and a caretaker residence. The woods themselves contain some very old trees that could be valuable teaching tools in an environmental studies curriculum. A new play structure was installed in March 2004 and a master plan is being developed for this site. · Needs Assessment The park offers a unique opportunity for the City of Auburn. The wooded area successfully creates the feeling of being in the wild. Forest management techniques should be undertaken to assure the long-term health and viability of the forest. To appeal to more users it would be beneficial to undertake a complete park redesign. The design process will build upon the unique forest resource, provide a trail system between the two main areas, and provide extensive landscape improvements. The necessity and value of maintaining a residential property here should also be evaluated. · Recommended Improvements · Prepare a Master Plan · A special "niche" for Cedar Lanes park. Consider its role as an environmental teaching laboratory for neighborhood schools · An interpretive trail through the woodland · A landscape plan will: 1. provide signage and landscaping at side street access points 2. screen adjacent residences 3. landscape the open area at the park entrance and around the residence 4. clear out understory to improve accessibility and safety. · Replace with low growing native plants. · Work with the Department of Natural Resources to develop a management plan for the wooded area · Evaluate need for caretaker residence · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ··~I ,¡.o¡ ':IJ' . ~...... ~ \ I I ~ I ~_<ak<' . U . ·l~."d'.' Trail 11J,iI]: ..~.....................~\( , Pløygroand Str...,t1u'e j; Z7thSfSE .GD ··~.cP. " ct/JLa¡Sd"lb J ~ :~>~ ~ ',":'~' ... _ n_ _ _~~~h SI' sE __ ¡ ~~!~ CEDAR LANES PARK .~~ ~._""- I _=l),._.l"", fIo"",,"'V',,1OOI Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-19 Dykstra Pa rk 1533 22nd St. NE NeighbDrhood Park 1. 78 acres Dedicated in 1979 Park History: Named after Henry Dykstra, an early pioneer and dairy farmer. Henry Dykstra emigrated from the Netherlands to Michigan in 1888 and relocated to the Puget Sound in 1895. During the Yukon Gold Rush he sold milk in Dawson and throughout the territory for seven seasons. In 1908 he purchased a 94-acre hop farm at Thomas, north of Auburn, calling it Maple Water Farm. He farmed and established a major dairy farm. The property remained in the family's hands until 1967. The park is located on two acres of the Dykstra's former farm. Park Features: · Picnic Table · Barbecue Grill · Play Structure · Footbridge over Green River to Isaac Evans Park · Adjacent to Green River 5-20 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Dykstra Park Dykstra Park is a small, attractive park along the Green River. Its linkage to the larger Isaac Evans Park via a suspension bridge increases its value to the community. The bridge was substantially repaired in 2002, with major structural repair completed on the north end of the structure. · Dykstra is primarily a playground neighborhood park; its proximity to the river also makes it popular with walkers and wildlife lovers. The park contains many mature trees, including holly and southern magnolia, and these give the park a finished look. A circuitous walk, bound by a berm gives an attractive sense of separation between uses without the need for fencing. Many recent improvements have given this park a facelift. Over the past few years the park has been re-Iandscaped. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. · Recommended Improvements · Install safety surfacing in play area and replace existing play structure at the same time · Inspect existing bridge for an annual maintenance schedule · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · Auburn * More Than You Imagined 1 ! / , <'~JQ~ SlT'lVt;: . ,"==-------- i2 ÅÛßijj( , l;!;;:::1 DYKSTRA PARK .. / ! . - . 90.10,["_60' _'"''>S.''''' 5-21 Forest Villa Park 17th & Fir ST SE Neighborhood Park 0.23 acres Dedicated in 1971 Park History: Named for the development adjacent to it. Park Features: · Play Structure · Picnic Table · Bench CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Forest Villa Park The Forest Villa Park is located on one lot in a single family residential neighborhood. A recently installed play structure is the primary focus of the park. The park was renovated with new play equipment, safety surfacing, benches, landscaping, irrigation and a picnic table. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Comfortable benches should be provided to make this experience as pleasant for adult visitors as it is for young children. Recommended Improvements · Add benches and landscaping to park · Add new fence along property line 5-22 · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · I Ecw~. /' J ~ t l it.!! I b' ),:( 17th Drive SE \ r ì j(Jlf· .u161 \\If T ~[n ... . - . I FOREST VlLLA PARK '.,,", ,'-ðO' _:FEB:IOOI Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-23 Gaines Park 11th NW & W. Valley Hwy. Neighborhood Park 1. 34 acres Dedicated in 1999 Park History: Dedicated in May, 1999, and named for former Auburn Mayor Robert E. "Bob" Gaines, 1964- 1969. This park is a joint project between the Storm Water Division and Parks and Recreation. Park Features: · Picnic Area · Walking trail · Play Area · 112 Basketball Court · Storm Retention Pond · Adjacent to wetland area CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Gaines Park Gaines Park is located in the Vistaria/Sunning Hills residential area. This park is a joint project between the Storm Water Division and Parks and Recreation. . The park has a boardwalk along the wetland area on the east edge of the park. The park has a picnic area, play area, Y2 basketball court in addition to the walking trail through the park. A wooden split rail fence was also installed at the front of the park. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Recommended Improvements . Review the existing storm drainage facility and any maintenance needs on-site · Inspect boardwalk annually · Develop horticulture plan for park . 5-24 . PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · r~ v · j~~~ "f},..C'·· GAINES PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined , , , I i ! ~ . = ~ ~ - . ~ . - - I 9C1Ù.B:t-"'100' --- 5-25 Indian Tom Park 6th ST & Henry Rd NE Neighborhood Park .43 acres Deeded to the City in 1979 from King County. Park History: named after Indian Tom, Tom WiI-Etch-Tid, a friend of the white settlers who saved the lives of Dr. John King and other pioneer children during the White River massacres during 1855. Park Features: . Play Area 5-26 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Indian Tom Park This small park is located on a single lot in the middle of a residential block. It contains only minimal play equipment, two mature Douglas firs, and two stone monuments. Play equipment, landscaping, benches and tables were installed in 1992 as part of the Auburn Centennial celebration. · Needs Assessment The planned renovation of Indian Tom Park will improve the function and appearance of the park substantially. It is also desirable to give the park a stronger visual appeal for age groups other than children. This may be accomplished by providing areas devoted to other uses, such as landscaping, seating, or historical information or art concerning Indian Tom. Recommended Improvements . Add new play structure . Replace chain link fencing · Provide handicapped accessible walk from parking area to play structure · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ]] ~ ¡. rt ~ e---- :....--- - 61:bST 'B Ikon (1··· ìt=l c_~I· -~ ;,>'~// INDIAN TOM PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined :/ ~~ /. ./"i ' ¡¡¡ ~ ¡. rt o . T , .J . - - I Seal,,:l"..fiO' ..-:FU"""" 5-27 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Jornada Park 1440 U Ct. NW Neighborhood Park 1.89 acres Dedicated in 2004 Jornada Park This small park is located on a single lot in the middle of a residential block. It contains a play structure, climbing wall, picnic tables and a loop trail. · Park History: Named for the neighborhood. Needs Assessment The park has been completed in 2004. Park Features: . Play Structure · Climbing Wall · .25 Paved Trail · Picnic Tables · Y2 Basketball Court Recommended Improvements . Install Phase 2 as per master plan to expand trail · · 5-28 PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · PEE'::, , , I I \1)/ , t- ~ \'\ '( \: "',> · I~~ '6oeK"'''''¡~·D"~~,, .~ ÓI \,\ "",::,{\ \,.\...j'A- \ ~ .';y \\\004;.\\\ \.....\\ \~~ \\z¡-:~:- " -'-", \\\ \ ~. \\ ;y- ,. , -1- \ , JORNADA PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined " \, ~ '. ;y- i;\\ 'A- " \~ _,-I I ¡ .........AACH2OII5 I ~cak ]"-RO 5-29 Lakeland Hills Undevel. Park Corner of Lakeland Hills Way and Evergreen Way Neighborhood Park 8 acres Park Features: · Area to be developed 5-30 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Lakeland Hills Undeveloped Park This small park is located on a two lots in the middle of a residential block. The area is next to the Lakeland Community Center. Needs Assessment This is an undeveloped piece of property donated from the developer. Recommended Improvements · Add new play structure · Add path to park · Develop master plan · Add signage to connector trails in Lakeland Hills · · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN LAKELAND HILLS UNDEVELOPED PARK 'o"loo¡"=;,[oO Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-31 Lakeland Hills Park Evergreen Way and Olive Ave SE Neighborhood Park 5.05 acres Dedicated in 1993 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Lakeland Hills Park Lakeland Hills Park serves the Lakeland development in south Auburn. This five-acre park is nestled into a wooded hillside, where many native trees were saved and integrated into the design of the park. The park provides active recreation facilities at a neighborhood scale, and also a paved trail around the circumference of the park. · Restroom facilities were built in this park and share a common structure with some water utility equipment. Park History: Needs Assessment Named for the home development surrounding The park is in good conditiDn, and primarily requires regular, ongoing it and named by the maintenance. company who built it. Park Features: · Play Structure · Basketball Court · Softball Field · .39 Paved Trail · Restrooms · Picnic Shelter · Native Woodland 5-32 Recommended Improvements . Replace play structure . Renovate basketball court · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · /' ''';¡;j}lì!£t~ LAKELAND HILL PARK (J.",c, . 0 .0 Scalo!: 1·~H)(r --- Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-33 Rota ry Pa rk 27th & Alpine St. SE Neighborhood Park 4.14 acres Dedicated in 1966 Park History: Named for the Rotary Club, who helped to secure funds for its development. Park Features: · Play Structure . Playfield with backstop · .25 Paved Trail (future) · Y2 Basketball court . Picnic Tables 5-34 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Rotary Park Rotary Park was developed in 1966 by the Auburn Rotary Club. At first glance the playground is the only apparent facility here. The rolling topography, unusual shape of the site and the location of conifers obscure the presence of the other major recreation facilities, including the basketball court and informal softball field. An additional acre and a half-court basketball was added to Rotary Park in connection with the development of the Riverwalk neighborhood. · Needs Assessment All of the park facilities are widely spaced. Walkways would be an incentive to draw people into the heart of the park. The softball field is tucked into a corner of the park surrounded by backyards, some of which have solid fences along their property lines. Further landscaping or coordinated fencing would make the park more inviting and a better neighbor to those whose property abuts the site. Play equipment is aging and has minimal seating nearby. Safety surfacing has been recently added. Benches were placed at the recreation areas and an Eagle Scout installed picnic tables in 1998. · Recommended Improvements · Create a loop trail system to connect all use areas · Provide landscaping in selected locations throughout the park . Replace the irrigation system · Construct a handicapped accessible access to the play area · Add picnic tables and benches not in original plan · Update master park plan · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · ( ..lay S~-c:ure r J · øÆ~ì)J~ , ---11-1"+---,0'1 lLl ¡ i rll~ "'I~_¡ ~ r{ ',' '1~~L_ ~i:- ROTARY PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined y -L__ ~~ AIpin.e PI SE I l-, _J-----j I V- . - ,- ! Scale: 1"=1200' f'Iotloct FEll 2QOo . 5-35 Scootie Brown Park 8th St & Henry Rd NE Neighborhood Park 1.34 acres Dedicated in 1973 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Scootie Brown Park The park is located at a junction between commercial and residential zones. Bounded on the north by 8th Street N.E., the park has a busy, open feel, with minimal landscaping. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Park History: Named for Stanley W. Recommended Improvements "Scootie" Brown, who was a popular high school · Provide sidewalk along Henry Road and new fencing baseball player . Install picnic tables with concrete pads nicknamed for his ability to "scoot" fast and get around the bases. He was a banker in Auburn for 56 years, and a member of the Kiwanis - with 35 years of perfect attendance. Park Features: · Play Structure · Youth Softball Field · Pickleball Court · Basketball Court · Picnic Tables 5-36 · · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN i"fiutl1s-.baßl SoflhaDl'lcld f ~. /r~~-- ¡: : lr~ ¡ ~ ,OA/:K! illll /. i\ -<=b"" / /1 /// / V ./ ,/ / } / ~'íoS ,') " " ~/ k;!A.~....; ,(/ O.S.p.··· .' /·.:"t . .'.' ' l~OS ~ .'. .~II L .\ 0 . " /0.// II ~£ffi~ - . ~C~IE BRO~P~ ·~.::'.oo~-I ,.\'ll.'.,,,,,., """"''''2110< Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-37 Shaughnessy Park 21st & Hemlock Sf. SE Neighborhood Park 3.46 acres Dedicated in 1973 Park History: Named for former Mayor James N. Shaughnessy who served from 1960- 1964. As a member of a pioneer family and an avid historian, Mayor Shaughnessy was one of the founders of the WhitE River Historical Society. Park Features: · Play Structure · Playfield with backstop . Picnic Tables 5-38 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Shaughnessy Park Shaughnessy Park is located in an attractive setting of near mature Douglas Firs on a quiet residential street. Several recreational courts are located in close proximity to the street. The play structure is tucked nicely into a stand of trees, and swings were painted to match in 2003. An open play field with a backstop is in a corner of the park and is not readily apparent from other parts of the park and street. The adjacent residential neighbors have erected fences between their backyards and the playing field. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. The introduction of landscaping around the courts and the removal of unnecessary fencing would improve the appearance of this high visibility area. . The area around the open play field can be developed to encourage . more users and to be more appealing to the neighboring residents. Tree and shrub plantings placed at the edges of the field could be used to accomplish this. Recommended Improvements · Install new play structure · Install irrigation system and a drinking fountain · Review current park design with neighbors and develop a master park plan . Add loop trail . · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN 1:=..'....1 T ·1 ... ·.n ...IbIlJ......~~\lLJJ &: __ ___ __ ___ ." __ 21st ST SE tr .''C ~. I I'J , -r:------- I I L Ej Pby Strucmre o ~- !_~C~ !I~ ... ..."~ ÂÍ!:ßUifN 1í ," -,'" W;'\)II"C,T, ·""''''''XtÀCA(,= Ballfield SHAUGHNESSY PARK . - 'r I SÇ",)fII' )-=100' PI_Fnl~4 Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-39 Terminal Park 12th & C ST SE Neighborhood Park 1.20 acres Dedicated in 1913 Park History: In the 1920s was the first park developed in Auburn and named for the terminal end of the railroad, and the neighborhood where the railroads workers lived, Terminal Park. Park Features: · Play Structure · Picnic Tables . BBQ 5-40 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Terminal Park Terminal Park is a small park alDng a quiet residential street. The newly renovated playground at the center of the park is the focal point here. The remainder of the park contains a slightly rolling lawn, with mature trees scattered throughout. Improved irrigation has also been added. · Needs Assessment The new play equipment updates the park and makes it more appealing to children. However, there is little incentive for other users to come here. Aesthetic improvements and the addition of another facility or feature would increase its usability. The south end of the park should remain open to the quiet, nearby residential streets. Recommended Improvements · Make sidewalk and street improvements adjacent to park · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN '~J ; _.1",;-rk !Ellm.e:i:J:Qry.] ~ ~! Q> ! i J p=........ ,b, ST SE TERMINAL PARK . - - 3oale:L"·JDO' --- Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-41 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Community Parks Parks providing active and structured recreation opportunities for all ages. They often exceed 10 acres in size and may have sports fields, water playgrounds or bodies of water, garden, nature trails, or similar features as the central focus of the park. Community parks can provide indoor facilities to meet a wide range of recre- ation interests. They require more support amenities such as parking and restrooms than neighborhood parks. · Community Parks Size: 10+ acres Service Area: 1-2 mi. radius Typical features: · Children's playstructure · Picnic facilities · Sports fields · Tennis Courts · Bodies of Water . Gardens · Nature Trails . Parking · Restrooms Table 5-3 Existing Community Park Inventory: . Park Brnnnan Park Fulmer Park Game Farm Park Game Farm Wilderness GSA Park Isaac Evans Park Jacobsen Tree Farm (und.) lea Hill Park les Gove Park Mill Pond Park Mary Olson Farm Park Roegner Park Sunset Park Veternns Memorial Park Acres 26.63 5.13 53.00 10.00 6.13 19.87 29.04 9.00 20.86 3.97 10.00 21.2S 15.00 7.65 Community parks serve a much larger area than neighborhood parks and offer more facilities. Where there are no neighborhood parks, the community park serves as the neighborhood park function. 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I "-,'-.,c' ',\ \1lJ iW""t;' L;':::¡li-Ä,;i¡i~\' _1' -"""---\!: 'J fj ""H-L ,I \ ~ if C-,/ " - I ~' rll ,', I 'J ¡---- - -, r-tj-rl I -{:F";'-¡ J ,\(\-"~L-l'~ I r' !L.-___ é\T c-i \\ " il'.- ~ -=, ~. / \\ ¡f---"-LL ~~,----," " r _no ~-~Jt-~.,~ " II II ~JY'; ~n" In, ' , , ; I· _i ' I --"""_.~ '410 '11 " . . i , ji !t "\ \ , "0', \ ---,-',- '\ \'\; ~::.,->--- ,,^ . \ 1 j ( ~ I , ' I' ~\ ! \ \ \ ~~~ ( \ Ii \ \ ' '........ ...-....... -~~_."'.~ , , I , , I :" '\ L._______ ! . i \ " \ , ~"'" ~ _mn_.__.m ___m...n_'.' .....,.,....- CITY OF AUBURN i' K'ì:,.'t~-::ß"-:.-/'. ~J,UItN "/ -.' WJ.öf>I"CWk PARKS WITH MILE RADIUS O'INADB391\Aubum\?lIrkratl_dwtJ,01l0712OO500:54'4:2AM.kwlloon PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-45 Brannan Park 611 28th St. NE Community Park 26.63 acres Dedicated in 1973 Park History: Named after the families of brothers William and JDseph Brannan who homesteaded in the White River Valley in the mid 1800s. William Brannan and his wife were killed during the early Indian wars. Joseph married Sarah Henness in 1857. They purchased the Meeker Farm in Kent in 1858, and finally moved to their donation claim near Auburn in 1868. Park Features: · Baseball Complex · Basketball Court · Play Structure · Soccer Field · Open Play Fields · Paved Trail - 0.66 mile · Skate Park · Restrooms · Concession Stand · Picnic Tables · Barbecue Grills · Adjacent to Green River and trail along top of levee 5-46 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Brannan Park Brannan Park contains one of Auburn's most heavily used sports complexes. The City sponsors many sports events at Brannan Park; Cascade Middle School users and a variety of organizations - youth soccer leagues, Little League - also use the playing fields extensively. · Brannan Park is on a flat, open site, with the Green River forming the park's eastern boundary. The remaining sides are bounded by residential housing, which is highly visible from the park. The park wàs developed in phases over the last 15 years. .. A skatepark built in 1999, replacing the pickleball court. Picnic tables and benches were added to the adjoining area · In 2002 a complete loop trail within the park was constructed to connect it to the Green River Trail, when that component is built. · Lights on Fields #1 and #2 were installed to provide more efficient lighting for the ballfields less intrusive to the neighborhood. · The irrigation system was completed in 2003 · The outfield fence for Field #2 was replaced and arborvitae planted in 2001 · Needs Assessment An undulating vegetative buffer along the property line is suggested to give homeowners a sense of separation, and define the edge of the park and playing fields. Any plantings around the levee should be native plants to tie in with the park area across the river. Brannan Park will be a trailhead location with riverfront access, picnic tables, parking and drinking fountains. The trailhead design should tie into the passive, open space character along the river. Recommended Improvements · Complete loop trail within the park. Connect to Green River Trail when it is built · Install safety surfacing in play area · Fence and gate the dumpster area in the west end parking lot · Develop landscape plan for park · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN l-rlï"J':TIIII~. iT LI· . ~\¡ . & ...~; : "'ka"" "4.':,rt . ....rlL. . / I'"arki~K . uc....¡ 9"-'28~h-ST NE *. -""""""'-'-'-"'-"'~, ~;' ~ ~ ['. 26th ST NE ~jffi·::'=ir l~J\~ BRANNAN PARK - -1),.",(;""., ) . - - ¡ Scale,¡"·I&O' --- Auburn *' More Than You Imagined 5-47 Fulmer Park 5th & K St NE Community Park 5.13 acres Dedicated in 1979 Park History: Named for a former Auburn retailer, Frank Fulmer, who owned an ice cream business in Auburn and was known for giving ice cream to children in town. Gene Colburn was on the Park Board and promoted naming the park for him. Park Features: . Two softball fields · Restroom · Play Structure 5-48 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Fulmer Park Fulmer Park is primarily an active sports facility. Recent renovations, which included new, fully accessible restrooms and playground equipment have helped to upgrade the park. Unfortunately, the close proximity of residences and the utilization of the entire site make the park feel crowded. The Corrosion Control Treatment Facility was completed in 2003. New backstops, fencing, dugouts and drinking fountains, as well as scorekeeper tables, were added to the park in 1998. Irrigation was installed in the infield. · Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Recommended Improvements · Acquire additional acreage for parking and warmup area. · Add synthetic grass · Investigate possibility of allowing public access to adjacent grassy School District property and/or church property · Install picnic tables · Add loop trail and trail connector to 8th St. NE · Upgrade parking lot · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN I L,.~-~ j~,,- - - - -~ M....,..;n_'~~ ....ll"..... Gruen Field Restrooms '--'M-ST>~ illl Ii I \ ~ 7 j ¡ ~- - - ~~._--_.-----~-~--~.~^'---- " 5th ST NE ~\\ . . k~'n . i is; ÍT~'- Ni jEi - . . - I FULMER PARK SC!ale: 1".100' """,",,09_ Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-49 Game Farm Park 3030 R ST SE Community Park 88.0 acres plus Open Space of 86.17 acres Dedicated in 1988 Park History: The park is built on wild game refuge property owned by the King County Game Commission. In 1933, ownership was transferred to the Washington State Department of Game. It was an experimental facility for bamboo partridge, quail, ring- necked pheasants, tinamou and other exotic birds. In 1978 the land transferred ownership to the State Parks and Recreation Commission. The City of Auburn signed a long-term use agreement in 1984 which provided that the City cooperate with the State Parks to develop the 160-acre site as a park. Park Features: . Sports Complex (soccer & softball fields) · Picnic Shelter · Barbecue Grills · Play Areas · Basketball & Pickleball Court · Adjacent to Stuck River 5-50 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Game Farm Park Game Farm Park is one of the largest and most frequented parks in Auburn. The park contains a wide variety of facilities for organized sports activities as well as a distinctive natural setting. The hillside backdrop and the White River along its southern edge create an intimate setting unlike many of Auburn's parks. The park with its many courts, fields and picnic facilities is heavily used. · Game Farm Park was dedicated in 1988 and exhibits many successful design features. Designing and building the park in one phase resulted in well coordinated architectural features and site layout. Passive uses such as trails or open grassy slopes are located where the park abuts residences. Good pedestrian access is available to the surrounding neighborhood at several points along the park's perimeter. Additional drainage was installed and an informational kiosk constructed. In 1997 a small addition of land was made to the park as a result of the development of the Riverwalk neighborhood. Needs Assessment This popular park has experienced very heavy use of all playing fields. As a result, extra maintenance is required to keep the fields in suitable shape for continued use. The heavy volume of visitors also required replacement of site furnishings such as water fountains and playground equipment sooner than would be normally expected. · Recommended Improvements · Replace interpretive signs · Repair asphalt trail where tree roots have caused upheaval · Add lights to Field #4 · Add synthetic turf at soccer field · Replace play structure with ADA accessible site and larger structure · Add picnic shelter for 200 people · Resurface tennis courts and basketball court · Address drainage problem in back parking lot · Investigate electrical needs at Amphitheater · Investigate overflow parking off Riverwalk Drive · Replace scoreboards with new wireless ones · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · Auburn * More Than You Imagined GAME FARM PARK '~""k: 1'---150 _:FE.II:IOO4 5-51 Game Farm Wilderness Park 2401 Stuck River Rd Community Park 10.0 acres Dedicated in 1989 Park History: This property was also built with the state Department of Parks on land formerly a game and wildlife area. The property was also part of the Department of Game land, opposite side of the Stuck River from Game Farm Park. Park Features: · Picnic Shelter · Restroom · Play area · Day Camp Area · RV Camping Area · Trails 5-52 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Game Farm Wilderness Park Game Farm Wilderness Park emphasizes a connection with the natural environment. It has limited development and has preserved most of the native woodland along the White River. The White River Trail continues along the river on the north side of the park from Kersey Way beyond the east end of the park. The park is designed for both overnight and daytime visitors. The group camping area is designed to accommodate recreation vehicles, providing each unit with water and power hook-ups. · Needs Assessment The wilderness aspect of the park can be recaptured through appropriate maintenance techniques and the restoration of native plant communities. Several steps can accomplish this. First, only plants native or naturalized to this area should be used. Resist pruning trees or shrubs unless damage or disease requires it. The park offers: deep woods, meadows, riverbank and the edges between each of these. Recommended Improvements · Continue the White River Trail to the east through Game Farm Wilderness Park, and along the river the full length of the park to connect to Williams Pipeline and BPA trail. Work with Muckleshoot Tribe to develop trail system · Provide interpretive information · Restore disturbed areas, using only native or naturalized plants · Add a small play structure by picnic shelter area · Review plans to locate a frisbee golf course · Re-design existing campground to accommodate current camping needs · Add showers to restrooms for camping area · Review opportunities to cross the river with a bridge · Look at purchasing property east of the park · Develop a river stabilization plan · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · /;:::\\' ~(~~ n GAME FARM WILDERNESS PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined "¡¡yt..p~ (" /'1 . - - I s.û: 1·~400· --- 5-53 GSA Park 15th & CST. SW Community Park 6.13 acres Dedicated in 1966 Park History: Named for the General Services Administration, which is located south of the park. The property was granted by this group. Park Features: · Two Youth Fields · Greenhouse · Park Maintenance Shops CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON GSA Park The land for GSA Park was donated to the City by the U.S. General Services Administration. Its location in a heavily trafficked industrial zone has resulted in an atypical park setting. . Currently the park has two youth softball/baseball fields, a maintenance building, and dugouts. New landscaping and parking lot were completed in 2004. A greenhouse, used by the horticulturist to propagate new plants. The completion of the two fields was completed in 2003, including drinking fountains and an asphalt trail to the ball fields as Phase 1 and 2 were completed. Phase 3 involves a play structure and restrooms. Needs Assessment Provide restrooms and Phase 3 development which includes parking, and restrooms. Secure funding to complete this project. Recommended Improvements .. · Complete master site plan. · Add security system to maintenance building and relocate existing security gate. · Review irrigation needs as part of Phase 3. · Complete Phase 3 with play structure, lighting and restrooms. 5-54 . · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ~ i , , " I " {:~ ~. Park : M~:-:---œna-r;':ce, Building f'UCU"", parki.... re..tro....... play stocucture I_rk'_ , Youth Dascballl SoftbaU Field.. o 15t:h ST SW ¡~ ~ GSA PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-55 Isaac Evans Park 29627 Green River Rd NE Community Park 19.87 acres Dedicated in 1989 Park History: Dedicated in 1989, and named for an early pioneer, who farmed along the Green River Park Features: · Picnic Shelter · Restroom · Play Structure · Trail · River Access CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON · Isaac Evans Park Isaac Evans Park is a riverfront park providing valuable passive recreation opportunities for the citizens of Auburn. The park's connection to Dykstra Park via the suspension bridge increases its accessibility to local residents and is an appealing feature for visitors. A second bridge will be constructed near Isaac Evans as part of the future Green River Trail. A paved trail runs around the circumference of the park. The woods on the outside perimeter of the trail remain in their natural condition. Scattered throughout the grassy space on the inside of the trail are clusters of picnic tables, picnic shelters, restroom facilities and playground equipment. Needs Assessment Isaac Evans is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Due to its popularity, the park experiences parking problems on pleasant days and weekends. · Recommended Improvements · Create additional parking at the south parking lot · Repair trails damaged by tree roots and add signage · Develop a reforestation program · Install a new play structure · Renovate existing restroom facility · Add signage · Add picnic tables and benches · Install concrete split rail fence 5-56 · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · ISAAC EVANS PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined . - - S",,1<>:I-·Sr.o' --- 5-57 Jacobsen Tree Farm Park ( undeveloped) 13009 SE 294th ST Community Park 29.04 acres Transferred in 2003 Park Features: . Trees . Views of Mt. Rainier 5-58 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Jacobsen Tree Farm Park · The park is owned by the City of Auburn. Upon annexation, the city will develop a mixed use park. Needs Assessment Jacobsen Tree Farm operates as a tree farm by the Jacobsen family. It has a variety of evergreen trees and birch trees. There are two residential houses on the property that are currently leased. Currently the site is in unincorporated King County. The Parks Department and the community will develop a master plan over the next several years. Recommended Improvements . Develop a Master Park Plan. No development will occur until the city annexes the area. · · · · · . PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN IU:~ I'-~ 'I'P)" I', lill~ .~.i . . "1" \.-. rf~~~~o.-_m.~ ¡ '11~1 ~j · ~;,__~:/)11 " "~~I'r=I-~'+~I---,,-- ,if '._ ;';",>. --~= ._ ______ q;;.- "'.' '>I....i.!lf Ii "}(. ,"" r ~_. 11 ....._,'..' , . .... I I "1 _.~Jl-1 il' i~S~J¡lt~ ~ : "~lrli" "I T'\~-¡r;~:;;.~"'.'d{Ý ¡11.r...-. j.~_\ , ,.11 I . if /;/ ,¡if '-, ,"xs,-' : , . _O""U ./' "',/'/# ti I j) I I ..if:=51:"' -,._> ,;,'// ,.1/,_ ',.-.' ,jl; _ : --;0;:.-,' I " Ii. ..' . // liT'_ ) ....~:~~II >j'J,iL,b~;;;: ( / /l. I" '~.. , ,. J¡!'.' . .. . /- n' :'4 f-;~ \~ <' /,i-~- -//~?- - ,4,;i7r~i- J¡'1\ ' \r/'-'~,__,«'I} I' 11 L.:;'l:, ~,""··"7 .'.,....,""'",,"-,-'''="- -~..' hiL _ _ _ - ""'. ",.r' ,,~":"'"_-;:~--- 'C',"-:" gL0=:~_- - ~-, ~TI!!i JACOBSEN TREE FARM PARK ",.1. ,'_~,},' ¡ ~xtJ";.c;.,..,,, I I \~.:) I~ li\" .~~- -, Sil', ß . 1 Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-59 Lea Hill Park corner of 124th & 320 St. SE Community Park 9.0 acres Transferred from King Co. Parks to Auburn in 2002 Park History: Named for the property development. Park Features: · Two Athletic Fields · Playstructure · Two Tennis Courts CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Lea Hill Park . Lea Hill Park is primarily an active athletic park with two ball fields and dugouts, tennis courts, and play structure that is located near Green River Community College. A trail runs along one side of the park. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Recommended Improvements · Add a new play structure · Add bleachers and dugouts · Inspect popular trees and develop forestation plan · Add paving in parking area · Create a partnership with Green River Community College for parking. · Add landscaping . · Add signage · Add new drinking fountain and new picnic tables · Repair or replace tennis courts · Add irrigation · Add loop trail 5-60 . . · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN IJ i'l \ Iii I r l.......L..; f~ ¡"'- ""~'" , ¡;;;¡' \I;I'J ¡."------:" I:~ I I:~ I / Auburn * More Than You Imagined --- - JU --- ---T l ~, ~,~-0 . L~=.::-':'::':;·.==:=----;:;:_ _~_ r-~~~--, L_j , l Baseball Field \ L~ /~ [°11 I-I ¡;;;¡' I "'¡ I ci,i I ~i II .;¡ 0;0 "', 1""1 f' Play ) Structure " / I ::;eb.1U L'ba~fldd , \ \ \ , \ , \ \ " o "" 320th ST SE '" LEA HILL PARK -- . - .w S(!ale: 1"_100· _.Ft."..... 5-61 Les Gove Park 11th & Auburn Way N Community Park 20.86 acres Dedicated in 1966 Park History: Named for former Mayor Leslie J. Gove, who served from 1936 - 1946 and again in 1955 for only two months. Gove was mayor during the time the park property was converted from undeveloped land to a housing development for war workers. When the property was approved for the development of a fifteen acre park in 1960, councilman Fred Towner was instrumental in getting the park named for Mayor Gove. Mayor Gove's family members were early pioneers in the area, who moved here in 1875. They farmed north of Auburn and put in the first water system in the area, giving them running water from a source on the West Hill to their back porch. 5-62 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON LesGove Park/LesGoveCommunityCampus . Les Gove Park is a recreational and educational facility serving the entire community. The Library, Parks and Recreation Administration Building, Senior Center and White River Valley Museum, and a variety of recreational features make Les Gove a very popular destination. A master park plan will help define the park elements. The park has residential development on roughly three sides, the old YMCA and ACAP Daycare Center on another, and commercial development along one small edge. Existing entrances to the park are not ideal, as they pass through residential or commercial settings, and can be unclear to a first time visitor to the park. Approximately 3/4 of the Les Gove Community Campus is developed with youth softball fields, patios and areas adjoining structures, a water playground, and a concrete pad used for kids concerts in the summer. The remaining portion is a grassy, open area is used during special events in the park. One of the treats of visiting Les Gove Park is the view of Mount Rainier. Park and Recreation Administration Building The building is a one story, 7000 square foot brick building built in . 1977 and renovated in 2002 to house administrative and recreation staff. The building includes a multi-purpose room which can be divided into two meeting rooms, a reception area and kitchen. With the exception of horseshoe pits and bocce courts, the immediate outdoor environment has not been developed as part of this facility. Senior Center The Senior Center is a 12,000 square foot, one story, brick structure, constructed and completed in 2002. The structure features a large room dining/meeting area which will hold 200 people, a commercial kitchen, meeting rooms, and a large reception/gathering area in addition to a pool room and computer lab. Library The City and King County Library entered into an agreement where a new library building was built in Les Gove Park, owned by the City, part of the King County Library system. The library is at the southwest corner of the park, with access from Auburn Way South. . PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · Museum The White River Valley Museum, cooperatively managed by the City of Auburn and the White River Valley Historical Society, is located behind the Library in Les Gove Park. It is also a one story building. Inside is a reconstruction of a log cabin, the reproduction of Auburn's Main Street at the turn of the century, a caboose representative of the railroad history of Auburn, and a representative display of the native Americans and other early residents of the area. Additionally, the museum has exhibits on a variety of historical subjects and a unique gift shop. Outdoor features include antique farm machinery displayed in an enclosed area. The farm machinery will be relocated to the Olson Canyon site in the future. The museum grounds are fairly limited and are predominantly paved. · Recreational Area The outdoor recreational component of Les Gove Park is found primarily in the south 2/3 of the park. A half-mile paved trail encircles an attractive bermed and treed area including 100 flowering cherry trees given by the Japanese Sister City Lions Club of Kasuga-Cho in 1984. Other recreational features include softball fields, informal play fields, water playground and playstructure. The water playground located in Les Gove Park is one Df the city's favorite features for young children. Currently, a single playground site serves the park. Future Community Center The old YMCA building is 12,000 square feet. It was recently acquired by the City in the fall 2004. A community center committee will be formed to review the future potential of the building. When access to the park is redesigned increasing the visibility of the park and its facilities, a tree-lined boulevard or other green space would provide a gracious and obvious entrance, distinct from the commercial strip nearby. Directional signage should also be provided to all entrances. · Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-63 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Les Gove Park - continued Recommended Improvements · Develop a new Master Plan for the entire site · Develop new entrances from Auburn Way S & 12th Street SE · Develop a signage system for the park · Develop a new traffic and pedestrian circulation system which minimizes the interaction between the two groups · Develop a landscaping plan to tie the different facilities together · Extend paved trail to connect the Museum, Library and Senior Center · Upgrade ballfield and install irrigation system · Replace exercise stations · Install additional picnic tables and concrete pads · Replace play structure and add an additional structure within the park · Install picnic shelter 5-64 · · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN I ~ Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-65 Mill Pond Park 600 Oravetz Rd Community Park 3.97 acres Dedicated in 1997 Park History: The park was named after Mill Creek, which runs through it. This joint project between the Storm Water Division and Parks and Recreation, has a three- story-deep water retention vault under the tennis courts. Park Features: · Fishing Pond · Loop Trail . Combined stormwater and park facility CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Mill Pond Park . Mill Pond is unique in several ways. The park is a joint project between the Parks and Public Works Departments, the Auburn School District and the developer of Lakeland Hills. All of these groups came together to create a park with a dual purpose: to provide a recreational experience in a natural setting, and to provide stormwater detention and filtering for a 400 acre area. The site includes a permanent pond, a grass-lined bio-swale that becomes a temporary pond during storms, a 1/4 mile paved trail around the circumference of the ponds, and a fishing dock. Fishing in the pond is limited to children under 15. Needs Assessment The park was completed in 1997 and is in good condition, requiring regular ongoing maintenance. The woodland is managed to maintain the feel of a Pacific Northwest forest, and should be expanded if possible. Recommended Improvements · Create reforestation plan. · Trail renovation to include root barrier. · Provide a bank stabilization plan along the pond edge. . 5-66 . PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · ThnnisCo1lrts · ~ " I~'" ~. ! ----- ~< ~"'8it" "~;,,,,,,,B '··....-",lJ'"C.." MILL POND PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined -~» ~ /Î 1 .r-".'.'." /:.:,,/ ,,¿ , " , ~ " \ ) r-=-=; 1\ ! \'--~ , ~'~.' ;J .' - .-'! '~"'~ ,";-""", $i.__,__ ~~ 'I.k .r-·-< ---=-::_'-~/'-----~ . . " I Se"¡..: 1"_100' ......:_iIOO4 5-67 Mary Olson Farm Park 28728 Green River Rd NE Community Park 10 acres plus 50.61 acres in Open Space land Purchased in 1993 Park History: Name after the descendants from the early settler family who purchased the land in 1879. Park Features: . Historic Farmstead · Meadows · Bluff and Creek 5-68 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Mary Olson Farm Park The City applied for and received King County Conservation Futures funding to purchase the historic Mary Olson Farm in 1993. The funding stipulates that the Farm can be developed for passive recreation and open space use only. The 60-acre Farm is on the National Register of Historic Places, and is a King County Landmark property. The private canyon in the center of the farm includes a farmhouse, large barn, a weaving house, and several other out buildings surrounded by forested hillsides and two meadows. The Mary Olson Farm is the most intact 1880s family farm in King County. The buildings and to some extent the landscape require extensive restoration. To that end the buildings have been leased to the White River Valley Historical Society so that they can be economically and quickly restored using grant funds. · The Farm includes many important historic features: a wagon road; six historic buildings, an heirloom orchard; two salmon runs in Olson Creek; two meadows; all surrounded by forested hillsides. The City intends to restore the Farm and its environment to use as a living museum attracting school groups and members Df the general public. The wagon road will be able to connect area trails and bicycle routes in the area. · In 2000 an award winning Master Plan was developed for the Farm, and in 2004 an Operations Plan was developed, creating a year by year plan leading to full program offerings and public access in 2014. Needs Assessment The major need now is funding to restore the farm buildings and environment, to design and build visitor amenities such as parking, restrooms and interpretive signage. As restoration progresses, additional City funding will be required to staff the Farm for events and programs. Recommended Improvements Development of the Mary Olson Farm for recreational use will take many years. · Pursue project-based funding for restoration · Restore stream to enhance salmon runs · Secure and restore all buildings · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN l I h1: ~_w I' 'ú ..^~'r--L- I " , I I 1 . -I--Tc~ l riill, '¡=l! ,,, I I I I' I!,.,,- "__ 11----' ----l II II ~__ II : /') ,¡jru oß~~"'-1 r~/>I !!,,_.·'!~1::!1 '~,"-K[}',,,CJ."f~ MARY OLSON FARM PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-69 Roegner Park 601 Oravetz Road Community Park 21.25 acres Dedicated in 1994 Park History: Named for former Councilman and Mayor Bob Roegner (1982 - 1993) Park Features: · Picnic Shelter · Restroom · Play Structure · Artwork · Trails 5-70 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Roegner Park Roegner Park, dedicated in 1994 to former Mayor Bob Roegner. This community park is located along the banks of the White River, adjacent to Auburn Riverside High School. · A trail system includes both hard and soft-surfaced sections meets the needs of many different users, including equestrians from the nearby Hidden Valley neighborhood. Trail construction in 1997 from the east side of Roegner Park to Kersey Way and continuing east along the river to Game Farm Wilderness Park and beyond. Commissioned artwork for the park includes a uniquely designed bench with a salmon motif, placed to allow views of the river. Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. Recommended Improvements · Monitor riverbank periodically for signs of erosion · Continue White River Trail west to A Street SW · Replace play structure · Ongoing maintenance of trail system · Renovate horse trail with gravel · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN /';>1 I ,.11' ~i ROEGNER PARK "c"k :"--100' ¡~"""...~l>..,.ü.~< Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-71 Sunset Park 1306 69th ST SE Community Park 15.0 acres Dedicated in 2003 Park History: This park was designed and developed by the developers of Lakeland Hills in conjunction with the City of Auburn. The name was selected by a citizen's group, who decided to name it for the wonderful views of the sunset from the park. Park Features: · Picnic Shelter . Restroom · Play Structure · Basketball Court · Skate park · Two youth baseball/ softball fields . Trails CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON · Sunset Park Sunset Park was developed by the developer in Lakeland Hills. It is unique in several ways. The community park serves the Lakeland Hills neighborhood but also the community. The site includes a picnic shelter, two youth baseball/softball fields, trails, basketball court and skate park. Needs Assessment The park was completed in 2003 and is in good condition, requiring regular ongoing maintenance. Recommended Improvements · Develop Phase 2 of Skate Park · Add drainage system · Develop plaza improvements · Install seasonal color plants 5-72 · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ! fÆJ : ~ - ''^,''''''''' ,. - SUNSET PARK SClÙe; 1"=200' (,¡.""~·a,,,Ú"'1 PIG"", FEe 2004 Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-73 Veterans Memorial Park Park Av & Auburn Way N Community Park 7.65 acres Dedicated in 1926 Park History: Formerly City Park, opened in 1926, and "touted as the largest, most up-to-date and complete (park) in all the surrounding country". Money for the park came from a 1924 bond issue and the property was purchased from the Faucett family. Renamed in 2000 to honor Auburn Veterans groups who built the Veterans Memorial in the park. Park Features: . Water Spray Playground · Barbecue Grill · Play Structure . 112 Basketball Court · Kitchen Building · Backyard Idea Garden 5-74 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Veterans Memorial Park Veteran's Memorial Park, formerly City Park, is a popular community park located close to downtown Auburn and adjacent to Auburn High School's Memorial Stadium. The park is distinctive for its Veterans Memorial structure, shady woods and underlying expanse of green lawn. The Veterans Memorial structure was funded with donations and fund-raising events by local veterans groups. It's design and construction was also completed by volunteer labor. · Needs Assessment The park is in good condition, and primarily requires regular, ongoing maintenance. By preparing a new master plan, we can address the following: 1. Replace maturing tree canopy and establish ground cover underneath; 2. Investigate whether to remodel or demolish the Kitchen Building. Recommended Improvements · Update master park plan · Provide interpretive signs for military memorabilia, train and garden · Address drainage problems on Park Avenue · Renovate basketball court · Replace spray pool · Rebuild or replace existing pond damaged during the earthquake · Develop tree reforestation plan · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN '£1' '<.,71 ." ,t>Iå;Y-_ \ striu-t-u~"j ," Spray i Pool .... . 6TH P¡.r""'l< , , '~ ::;;;. .~~~T~'\\\:~. ,: .:_,,__nMn__' , \\~~tenpu _ :.:_~>,-~,..-~^ j i Mm.tOpal "....~:::~ .I/e ~ ..::~e ...·····R¿¡ \ _,,;=~...t/ '''~ J;...._! '" w, N,E, .éi. ~ . ~ - 5elOJe:t". Q(I' "'_.......... l:~n~~ ' ß~*ft~?,;~~· -_",f)_CA'" VETERANS MEMORIAl. PARK Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-75 Open Space Size: varies Service Area: Not applicable Typical features: · Nature Areas · Wildlife Area . Specific Park left in natural condition for future development · Wetland area Table 5-4 Existing Open Space Inventory: Park Acres aark Property 19.93 Fenster/Green River Access 11.27 Game Farm Open Space 86.17 Golf Course 41.11 Lakeland Nature Area 37.48 Mary Olson farm Park 50.61 TOTAL: 246.57 acres CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON OPEN SPACE AREAS Open space areas are land that is largely undeveloped, and that has been left in a natural or natural appearing condition. Other areas in the inventory are included with their respective park. Clark Property - Open space left in the natural condition along the White River Trail and Oravetz Road Fenster I Green River Access - Access area to the Green River Lakeland Nature Area - wetland and nature area in the Lakeland Hills area that may be a passive park in the future 5-76 · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · SPECIAL USE AREAS Special use areas are miscellaneous public recreation areas or land occupied by a specialized facility. Some of the uses that fall into this classification include small landscaped areas, community gardens, streetscapes, environmentally sensitive areas, viewpoints, historic sites, and other specialized areas. B Street Plaza - a small pocket park in downtown Auburn featuring artwork Bicentennial Park - Green open space park at Auburn Way and Hwy 18 Cia rk Plaza - small pocket park at the corner of Auburn Way North and 15th Street NE. . Morningcrest - a landscape area at 58th & 24th NW Slaughter Memorial - small pocket park at Auburn Way North with the memorial commemorating the battle of Slaughter Scobee Plaza - future small pocket park at the Scobee Field (Auburn airport) with benches to watch the airplanes . Auburn * More Than You Imagined , Special Use Areas Size: Generally very small, "leftover" spaces Service Area: Not applicable Typical features: · Landscaped Areas · Community Gardens · Viewpoints · Historic Sites · Nature Areas · Traffic Islands · Specific Park or Recreation Areas · Environmental Park Table 5-5 Existing Special Use Areas Inventory: Park Acres B Street Plaza 0.10 Bicentennial Park 0.99 Centennial Viewpoint Park 0.70 Clark Plaza 0.26 Environmental Park 85.00 Golf Course 148.73 Lea Hill Tennis Courts 1.18 Morningcrest 0.42 Mountain View Cemetery 46.57 Pioneer Cemetery 0.77 Slaughter Memorial 0.02 TOTAL: 284.64 acres 5-77 Centennial Viewpoint Park 402 Mountain View Dr. Special Use Area 0.7 acres Dedicated in 1991 Park History: Was developed by the Auburn Rotary Club during Auburn's centennial year celebration. Park Features: . Artwork · Picnic tables · Views of Mt. Rainier 5-78 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Centennial Viewpoint Park · Centennial Viewpoint Park was created in 1991, during Auburn's Centennial year. As its name implies, it is blessed with tremendous views of the Green River Valley, the Cascade Range. and Mount Rainier beyond. The park is tucked into a small spot along Mountain View Drive, across the road from Mountain View Cemetery. This small park functions primarily as a scenic overlook. A bronze sculpture of a deer standing on a log, overlooking the valley, was commissioned by the Auburn Arts Commission for the site. Needs Assessment The park is an attractive and popular spot for impromptu picnic lunch and views of the valley. Recommended Improvement . Evaluate existing landscaping and develop plan . Remove antenna located at building · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN !. ..~ ~ ~~Jt~~CENTENN~ VIEWP-';INT PARK ~ I ~_.D.f.,(."", ~.._ "" _ Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-79 Auburn Golf Course 29630 Green River Rd SE Special Use Area 148.73 acres plus Open Space of 41.11 acres Park History: Purchased the Green River Golf Course in the 1960's. It was a 9-hole course on the north end of the current site, built in the late 1940s. After the city took over, it was developed from 9-hole to 18-hole course. Park Features: . 18 hole golf course · Clubhouse · Putting Green . Views of Green River and Mt. Rainier 5-80 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Auburn Golf Course . The Auburn Golf Course is an 18-hole golfing facility located in northeast Auburn, east of the Green River. The course was built in the mid 1960's, and is a 6,000+ yard, par 71 layout on 189 acres. The majority of the course is in the valley, with four holes on the hillside overlooking the valley. Currently City staff maintains the course; a contracted concessionaire is responsible for pro services collecting greens fees, providing merchandise for sale, staffing the snack bar, renting golf carts and providing a lesson program. The course is self-supporting; revenue from the operation covers all costs including maintenance supplies, capital improvements, taxes, utilities, insurance and indirect costs. More than 53,000 rounds are played at the course annually. Approximately 41 acres of the course is steep wooded hillside with second growth timber. It provides a buffer for many neighboring properties and provides habitat for several wildlife species. Needs Assessment The golf course was converted from a poor draining 9-hole course . into an 18-hole course. The original clubhouse needs to be replaced for the current needs. Each year a portion of the course is rebuilt to improve better drainage and playability. Recommended Improvements · Staff has rebuilt the majority of tees, greens, and fairways in the past twenty years. Continue until all tees and greens are rebuilt with better draining materials, and contoured tD improve the playability of each hole · Manage/continue planting different species of trees on the course to create variety and encourage disease control, create safety buffers where necessary, and improve the course aesthetically · Continue with plans to find funding and to replace the clubhouse facility · Increase parking to 180 cars is needed for an 18 hole golf facility. Currently there are only 120 spaces · Manage the wooded hillside and the golf course to provide environmentally safe habitat for wildlife · Create a business plan . · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN AUBURN GOLF COURSE Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-81 Lea Hill Tennis Courts 105th PI SE. Special Use Area 1.18 acres Park Features: · Tennis Courts · Views Df Green River Valley · V2 court Basketball 5-82 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Lea Hill Tennis Court The Lea Hill Tennis Court has a unique location on top of a City of Auburn water reservoir. Originally, two courts were constructed, but one of these is now being used as a basketball court. The remaining tennis court is not currently used for its intended purpose because vandalism to the net. The courts on Lea Hill, surrounded by an adjacent apartment complex. The large area surrounding the court has been surfaced with bark mulch and has a rather austere appearance. Standing water is evident in several low areas. · Needs Assessment Problems with vandalism have reduced the value of the tennis court. These should be addressed or the court should be renovated or removed if the demand for tennis is insufficient in this location. Landscape improvements soften the appearance of this concrete and mulch environment. Low maintenance landscape alternatives such as ground cover, or a combination of lawn, tree and shrub plantings should be explored. The entrance to the courts is very simple. Additional benches, painting the supporting posts, and planting cascading plants at the pavement edge will make this a more people-friendly place. · Recommended Improvements . Create mDre attractive entry/waiting area . Convert one tennis court to a basketball court and in-line hockey use · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN ,-'I :)1 l .' ..~ .~. :..~. ~lfR....~ (j.. ..·.!"'"C,,~ u~ LEA HILL TENNIS COURTS ec"::...:_ I Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-83 Mountain View Cemetery 2020 Mountain View Dr. Special Use Area 46.57 acres Park History: Mountain View was established in 1890, a year before the town of Slaughter (now Auburn) was incorporated. This is the resting place of some of the early pioneers who settled in Washington Territory. Park Features: · Children's Place and Veterans Section · Urn garden · Niche walls · Mausoleum · Views of Green River Valley and Mt. Rainier CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Mountain View Cemetery Mountain View Cemetery is nestled on 55 acres of property overlooking the Mt. Rainier and the Green River Valley. Mountain View offers an urn garden, adult graves, columbarium niche walls, and a special section for veterans and their spouses. The Cemetery was established in 1890 when 40 acres of land were purchased. In 1945, a group of local businessmen formed the Thousand and One Club to transfer the cemetery to the City of Auburn. In 1947, the cemetery was endowed, ensuring that maintenance of the grounds would be continued into the future. Needs Assessment The cemetery is a self-supporting municipal cemetery that supports its development, staff and construction phases. Recommended Improvements . Prepare a Cemetery Master Plan . Upgrade the older irrigation systems to make them more efficient 5-84 · · · · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN 2a",'tft ¥Qrf'ö",ro J:te,dqnti~'" "'urn"",·- (Woodf Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-85 Pioneer Cemeter~ 8th & Auburn Way N. Special Use Area 0.77 acres Park History: Donated to city in 1878. Park Features: · Ornamental Iron Artwork 5-86 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Pioneer Cemetery Pioneer Cemetery, located at 8th N.E. and Auburn Way North, near Fred Meyer. The land was donated in 1878 to the town of Slaughter, Washington Territory, for a cemetery. It was only active for 20 years due to spring flooding. In 1917, land on the east edge was given to the Buddhist Church at Christopher for use by the Japanese community. Burials at Pioneer Cemetery are rare, as only cremated remains of descendants who were originally interred there are eligible. The grounds at this historical site are under the care of the Cemetery Division of the Parks Department. · · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · · · [A..·.'.:tJ,:\\Ui(1 ," .... ·"-.'"'''~;rr li,,_ _",¡)o",l."", Auburn * More Than You Imagined __111 PIONEER CEMETERY ~~,,:," 1 "~HIJ _..-.._ I 5-87 Environmental Park Hwy 167, Main Street and 15th ST NW Special Use Area 85 plus acres Park History: To be developed in the future Park Features: · Water Mitigation Area . Trails 5-88 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Environmental Park The proposed park nestled between Highway 167 and Main Street and 15th St NW in the Green River Valley. The Mill Creek flows through the area offering natural views, wildlife habitat, and storm drainage. The future park is just west of the Interurban Trail that may provide access to the site. It is envisioned that students from area schools may use the Environmental Park site as an outdoor learning area to observe birds, plants, and other animals in the area. · Needs Assessment A consultant has been hired by the City to determine the master plan and develop the needs and constraints of the site. Recommended Improvements . Prepare a Master Plan · · PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · Auburn Environmental Park Concept Plan: Water Quality Improvement (Central Pond) THEME: PRòvtiJESTOR.;rwAmiC('h"frnOL roR OOWN1):)WN AUJJVR.', EN/lANCe WATER QUALiTY, Am) P~QVWE ,4CTIVE AND P.4SM'E 1œCREATIQ,v, ~^\ FEATURES: :; PRO..ŒCt /$ EA~~YP1fA$itþ PROVlDr;;g F7SHINGDPPORT'U~'(ACTi'\/E RE-CREATION, " PROVlDE9 BlRDli'ill OPPOR1't'N1T'Y ¡ß1:S'SWk Rf;CRr4~170Nf . oP¡r!':RS OPP()R'fV'NrITIl'.~ TO JNCp1Dff fIItTERPlÆ]"IVE DISPlAYS OF !;¡ì:)RMWArnRMA1Ii~AGEl)fEN'T Am> H.4B..JT.ftTRESTURA11úN - EXTElms em' TR..11L SYS'fK,¡\f}i'ftlO.lY'KX1$11NO INŒRURßAN TRAŒ _ PMOWDitS Þ.ilkj(lNO_AT~mENP OF SfT'EÐF'F ¡5TH Ji'EMfl FUXIJ)WAY is MAiNTAlNI'1:D STORM WATER ,rNFrrc'iWATIQN f'R()VIDß'S MULTIPLE; ,llJl;Nltf"jT$ ~ TREATED s:roK.\fWA,TER lMFRO'l/E:S\Vltl1,AND f)ìDR'alX){}Y ,.oI..ND .\fIU CREEK "'W",,' fb'U)W FLOW STi)R{{f g1fEN"fS ~ 8ff,,,mNO REOUCES W:1TER~tFRE.s J' ISSUES: -/ , , I · REQUlfŒ5 PUMPS·1~'J10.N~lUL1.F'1·L1OWNTOúlN SRJRMWA'J1£:RfNTO sITE REQWREß SfrME fNFRIISrRUC1ìlRE fWD Sfrn lMPRì)VEMENrS AT PmU pOwn , RP.Qm,¡¡;;S FOsm',,;:; F'W1I' 11) \!'1!ST IN SOUTH CULVERT T<l CQNNECT ro MiLL CRlJ:U , SA~!TAR!' SEWER 1-1/<£ MAY NEE ) 'IV BIj; REWCAŒ/j w POND, ïRiUts, iLYL1W.,-\'fERQUAJ.J'!'f!,sr:.:rrfi;M REQumE WE't1..ANrHIHPACTS ANn SUnSIiJQUf,"!n'r;vJif!TflJA, T PERMIT'Tl1VG PRtJ()Jl;.$&'. f'OND WILL A11R.~Cl"T.fiE1"[) rE l\'SSÇX:I~Tß¡) lMP'/tcJs "to W"'l'LANf)ß WlIJ-NE¡mTO ~ - EXCAVAT10N FQR'roM:>wtu <Tn", ·.i"~"%:'i' ii:\,,+~'W r-'~'."I<;..4q <"'1<,,",,9'.};;i,1;' <''''''''7Ft' · Auburn * More Than You Imagined ",;\ct ;,,<t>W,,¡ n , ~ i ,} ,,,,,,,,,.,:.. -t¡:-:~"'V_"";',q.. _,~foq__ ~#,."wf- ',>,- ¡~F_i""'i"'rl ,,~-,L4q'l i1 '~::"-'#:"';';''''"''--''''~·'''1','., ~: .. .- J¡< ~ I~ J: I'," f' t""l 5-89 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Schools and Other Public Lands People don't use only parks for their recreation. Other pUblic lands and private facilities must be considered in evaluating the sufficiency of our public park system. In Auburn, schools are one of the largest contributors to recreation space other than the City parks. . Schools School grounds are natural gathering places for neighborhoods- there is usually one within walking distance of every home in the city. In addition, school grounds have features, which, at a minimum, include sports fields, grassy fields for open play, and sometimes play equipment and basketball courts. School facilities vary in their accessibility and availability. During the school year these are in use by the school throughout the day and often after school hours. This limits their use by individuals or nDn-schoolleagues. Also, some sports fields are too small or not in prime condition considered necessary for league play. For these reasons school facilities are considered to be valuable components . in the community's total recreational resources, but cannot replace a strong pUblic park system. Map shows the location of all schools within the study area. Table 5-6 summarizes the facilities found at Auburn School District properties. Note: the Auburn School District extends beyond the Auburn City Limits. Other Public Lands Several properties are used informally for recreation purposes are owned by public entities. The major properties are identified below: . 5-90 PARKS, RECREATION & OPEN SPACE PLAN · Table 5-6 Auburn School Facilities Auburn Schools Elementa Schools }\I pac Chinook Evergreen Hei Gildo Re IIalko Lakeview Lea Hill Dick Scobee Pioneer Terminal Park Washington Middle Schools Cascade · Mt. Baker 01 m ic Rainier Senior High Schools Auburn Riverside Hi h Auburn Senior High · Auburn Mountain View High West Auburn Hi h Facilities 2 youth baseball/softball fields 4 youth baseball/softball fields 2 outh baseball/softball fields 2 youth baseball/softball fields 2 youth baseball/softball fields 3 youth baseball/softball fields 2 youth baseball/softball fields 2 youth baseball/softball fields 3 youth baseball/softball fields 2 youth baseball/softball fields 2 outh baseball/softball fields 1 Football Field with Track, Gymnasium with 1 basketball court, Annex 2 Baseball/Softball Fields, 90' & 65' fields 1 Foot Fie wit Trac , 2 Gymnasium 3 Baseball Fields, 90' & 65' fields 3 Softball Fields 1 Football Field, Track, Gymnasium with 1 basketball court 2 Baseball/Softball Fields 90' & 65' fields 1 Football Field, Track Gymnasium with 2 basketball court 2 Baseball/Softball Fields, 90' & 65' fields Auburn * More Than You Imagined 5-91 Table 5-7 King County Recreation Sites Auburn Narrows* Neely Bridge Park* * Undeveloped or partially developed 5-92 CI1Y OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON Auburn Water Utility The watershed areas owned by the Auburn Water Utility. These have restricted access in order to maintain water quality. Coal Creek Spring Watershed in south Auburn is the major source of the city's water supply. The West Hill Watershed is considered a secondary water source; its location next to an elementary school make it a popular spot for neighborhood walks. Public use of these areas is presently discouraged by the Water Utility. King County Parks King CDunty Parks owns several developed and undeveloped properties in close proximity to the planning area. While existing Auburn parks are more convenient to Auburn residents than most King County properties, recreation users are not restricted by civic boundaries, therefore some of these parks can be expected to serve Auburn residents. The proposed Green RiverTrail is a special situation where trail planning and development is being handled by King County, but the individual jurisdictions will obtain land and/or easements. Phase I of the Green . River Trail will run 25 miles in a southerly direction from the Seattle city limits, through north Auburn, crossing the Green River near Brannan Park into King County. The Green River Trail is a major new recreational resource for the residents of Auburn, and will also bring many neighboring citizens into our city. State of Washington The State of Washington owns an easement along the west side of the Green River in certain locations through the city. Much of the easement runs directly behind residences where access is allowed for fishing. The Washington Department of Natural Resources also owns a quarter section of land in southeast Auburn. The land is not used for recreation at this time. . .