Lake Boren Park Master Plan, City of Newcastle by Berger Partnership

Summary Report November 14, 2016

Contents Project Introduction .............................................................................................. Lake Boren Park Preferred Plan .......................................................................... Program Keynotes .................................................................................................... Design Program ........................................................................................................ Key Features .......................................................................................................... Park Views .................................................................................................................. Phasing & Cost Estimate ....................................................................................... Public Outreach Process ...................................................................................... Public Outreach Summary .................................................................................. Index of Appendices ................................................................................................

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Acknowledgments The Lake Boren Park Master Plan city and consultant team would like to thank the following contributors for their varying and generous contributions in time, borrowed space, thoughtfulness, and funding: King County Flood Control District: Flood Reduction Grant King County Conservation Futures Grant The volunteer members of the City of Newcastle Community Activities Commission Newcastle City Council Newcastle Elementary Seattle Revival Center Hazelwood Elementary The Citizens of the City of Newcastle

Project Introduction Lake Boren Park is the largest city-owned park in Newcastle, Washington. The park is centrally located and serves as the primary destination for organized events and opportunities for play and relaxation. This master plan responds to the community's changing needs and growth, as well as the park's expansion. The park is currently about 22 acres. The land purchased along Boren Creek in 2016 as well as connections along the east side increase the park to around 31 acres. The design reflected in this master plan report is the result of extensive community outreach by the design team, the city team, and the Community Activities Commission. This is truly a project and design which has been shaped by the community and responds to the community's needs, hopes, dreams and wishes. The design elements included have been suggested by the community. To the greatest extent possible, the design team has carried forth the elements with the greatest support as determined by the public input collected as part of this process. The public input process is described in this report, and complete results are included with the appendix.

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Program Keynotes (see preferred plan) Infrastructure

Lake Boren Connection

Park Core Amenities

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01 Cross Park Lighting 02 Bioretention/Stormwater Facilities 03 Parking (expanded from 54 to 129 stalls) 04 Drop-off 05 North Parking (3 stalls) & Boat Rental Staging Opportunity

06 Newcastle Plaza (seat-walls, 30’-wide paving) 07 Amphitheater (terraced with rock outcrops) 08 Stage at the Grove (covered) 09 Additional Restrooms 10 Plaza Trellis 11 Entry Signs 12 Cross Park Promenade (accessible) 13 North Sweep Boardwalk and Picnic Pavilion 14 Beach Boardwalk 15 Beach & Boat Launch 16 Community Garden (incl. reloc. Fuchsia Garden) Shelter Improvements 17 18 Additional Tennis Court 19 Tool Storage 20 Picnic Area Trees 21

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Boardwalk to Learning Center Shelter (learning center) Boren Creek Path (5’ crushed rock) Boren Creek Stairs Boren Creek Bridge Path around Parking Off-leash Area (preferred location) Off-leash Area (alternative location) Native/Mitigation Planting

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Wetland A Wetland B Boundary Wetland C Boundary Wetland D Boundary Wetland E Boundary Lake Boren Boren Creek

Wetland note: The lake, stream and wetlands and their associated buffers have been identified but not delineated in a Wetland/Stream Reconnaissance Report prepared by The Watershed Company dated April 13, 2016. For the purposes of preparing the master plan, the lake, stream and wetland boundaries and associated buffers shown herein have been located approximately and should be used for general reference only.

Design Program Make the most of what you have! This master plan update is about making the most of the park as it exists today. The community embraces the park and all it has to offer, so much so that some participants during the input process didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want to see any changes. This master plan update is not about changing the park but about improving what is already there, incorporating new park land and looking toward the future. The existing highlights of the park include passive and active recreation, open space, connections to the water, gathering spaces, play opportunities, looped walkways, and trees. The master plan proposes to maintain these features and provide additional recreation opportunities. The performance stage will be upgraded along with a new location that allows more people the opportunity to be in front of the stage. Views and access to the water are improved, as well as new walkways and paths that take advantage of the newly acquired space along Boren Creek. The park is better connected to the Esplanade and east shore of the lake. Additional parking is proposed to accommodate the growing community and outdoor activity.

Key Features Art in the Park The inclusion of art within the park should be considered as a way to express the unique qualities of the park and community. Opportunities for art are throughout the park. Art opportunities can be found in the paving, structures, boardwalk, park identification, and discovery pieces along the pathways.

Connections The master plan is all about making connections to new and existing park features, trails, and neighborhoods. Connections to the lake are improved in multiple ways. Access from the north park entrance to the existing dock is improved by an ADA-accessible path. New parking at the north entrance provides the opportunity to unload hand-carried watercraft with easy access to the water. A new beach improves water access, along with an area to sit and gather. A proposed boardwalk connects the existing dock and beach. This boardwalk extends around the south end of the lake to the eastside dock. This new and long-desired connection crosses over water for a unique experience that includes seating and viewing areas. When it reaches land on the east side of the lake, it becomes the Lake Boren Promenade connecting to the northern reach of the park. It also provides a connection to SE 79th Street. The cross-park promenade connects the south and north ends of the park. The renewed pedestrian entrance at the south, off SE 84th Way, provides a direct connection to the core of the park and the Newcastle Plaza. From the center of the park it extends north, making use of existing paths that provide access to the new amphitheater. The cross-park promenade is proposed to be lighted for safe access year-round. The adjacent waterline property will continue to benefit the park and community. While not owned by the city, it is a well-used connection to the park and an ideal temporary parking area during events. Accessible and paved paths provide safe, designated pedestrian routes from the waterline property to the park.

Newcastle Plaza The Newcastle Plaza provides a location for gathering and vendors during all types of civic events. This centrally located gathering space is also the location of the restroom addition. The building and plaza are a way for Newcastle's history to be shared through displays, imagery, materials and unique detailing. Another feature of the plaza is the community garden. This is the new location for the fuchsia garden with additional room for other outdoor displays both permanent and temporary. There is additional plaza space in this area for gathering, event set-up, and arrival from the expanded parking lot. The parking lot is expanded to accommodate 129 vehicles. This adds 75 to the existing 54-car lot. The parking is expanded over a stormwater vault placed within the existing stormwater detention pond.

Amphitheater In this plan, the stage is moved from its existing location to the north lawn. The stage is located near the base of the sloping lawn for better visibility and increased gathering space. The new amphitheater can easily accommodate about 1,500 people, which is approximately 500 more than the current location. The new stage location moves the performance activity downhill and slightly further from adjacent homes. It will be configured for events but will serve as a shelter for other activities during a greater part of the year. 6

The amphitheater is a sloping lawn with terraces wide enough to spread out blankets or accommodate portable lawn furniture. Accessibility is improved through access to the middle of the gathering space. A unique feature of the amphitheater, which is a feature of the Newcastle area, is the rock outcrops. These will be an integral part and create seating and recreational opportunities. Lighting is proposed for the amphitheater to ensure safe exit.

Boren Creek The Boren Creek area includes the recently acquired property. The existing houses are to be removed and the space adapted to new park uses. The northern-most home site becomes a gathering space within the existing forest. The feature of this area is the existing large and mature trees, which create a unique space for a new shelter and opportunities to view the lake and adjacent wetland. New paths through the Boren Creek area allow park visitors a unique experience of walking along the creek and through the forested wetland. The new paths connect to existing paths to create a network that crosses the creek at existing and proposed bridge locations. The location of the southern house is an option for the off-leash area. This area is about an acre and situated between an existing rock retaining wall and Boren Creek. The location is off the beaten path and becomes a destination for those seeking a place for their dog to play.

Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Play The active recreation opportunities remain. Basketball, sand volleyball, and tennis are at the center of the park. Tennis gets a boost through the addition of one court for a total of three. The childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s play area remains as it currently exists with a wide variety of play events for all ages. It is well used and liked, and no improvements were requested as part of this update. The opportunity for play is increased through relocating the stage to the north. Concert and event attendees will gather in the new amphitheater, and the lawn east of the play area will be regraded to make it more usable. Each activity will benefit by having a separate area. During large events, such as the 4th of July celebration, the lawn area will be available to accommodate the greater number of attendees.

Off-Leash Area The off-leash area has been a highly debated subject. Input received during this planning process was split between people in favor and people against. Two options for the location are proposed. The preferred location is in the southwest corner of the park in an unused area with a stand of trees, including Big Leaf Maples and Alders, and undergrowth of blackberries. The area is bowl-like with slopes to the west and north. The sloped areas create separation from the neighbors across the waterline property to the west and the park to the north. The proximity to the parking lot and park paths makes this area an option worth considering. The alternative location is in the newly acquired area away from most park activity. This location is separated from the higher-use areas of the park by elevation change and a rock retaining wall, and most park users will not be aware of its existence. It is a clearing in the woods due to the house that occupied the space for many years. The off-leash area includes the following features/amenities: equipment for agility training and a bioretention/stormwater facility to mitigate any pollution generated from the area. The off-leash area is slightly less than a half acre in size and is not envisioned as a long-range fetch amenity.

Park Views

Beach and boardwalk

Proposed lake access at a beach with areas to sit and relax. Lakeside vegetation is maintained to open up views of the lake and existing dock.

Existing condition

Shelter and learning center

A shelter near the south end of the lake provides a place for views of the lake and wetlands. The fireplace from the existing house could become part of the shelter.

Existing condition

Amphitheater terraced with seat-walls and rock outcrops

The amphitheater has terraces for seating. Rock outcrops create unique perches and express the geology that defines Newcastle. The Grove Shelter and stage is set next to an existing stand of trees.

Existing condition

Promenade and Plaza

Newcastle Plaza is at the center of the park and is a primary gathering place for the community. It is a place for activity and for vendors to set up during special events. Newcastle Plaza, which takes its name from the city, offers opportunities for storytelling and wayfinding elements, making the possible and unknown visible.

Existing condition

Lake Boren Promenade

The Lake Boren Promenade winds along the east shore of the lake. It allows pedestrians to get close to the water and provides a connection to the dock, promenade deck, and the Lake Boren stairs at the north end of the park. Lake overlooks and trails along the lake/wetlands provide opportunities for a linear sequence of environmental graphics and interpretive elements revealing the local ecology.

Existing condition

Phasing & Cost Estimate Phase A: Amphitheater & Newcastle Plaza This phase includes relocating and improving the stage, including a permanent stage structure that can be used as a picnic shelter during non-event times. This phase also includes the cross-park promenade, Newcastle Plaza, north and south park entries, and improved access to the pipeline right-of-way.

Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Site preparation 5 A 30,000.00 150,000 Amphitheater - terraced, lighting 50,000 SF 6.00 300,000 Stage at the Grove - conc. pad, structure, power Allow 140,000.00 140,000 Newcastle Plaza - conc. paving and seat walls 7,000 SF 22.00 154,000 Cross-park promenade (10' asphalt) 5,100 LF 85.00 433,500 Cross-park promenade lighting - 28 fixtures 28 EA 6,250.00 175,000 North parking - 3 stalls, drive aisle, turn around 3 EA 21,500.00 64,500 North and south park entries and signs 2 EA 10,000.00 20,000 Off leash area (optional location) 50,000 SF 5.00 250,000 Shelter - improvements to existing 2 EA 15,000.00 30,000 Site furnishings Allow 20,000.00 20,000 Planting and irrigation 5 A 130,000.00 650,000 Interpretation 1 Allow 10,000 10,000 Subtotal $2,397,000 Taxes (9.5%) Design Fees (12%) Total 18

* Phases represent proposed groupings and are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

$227,715 $287,640 $2,912,355

Phase B: Beach This phase includes creating a beach area at the lake, gathering spaces, a shelter, improved access from the north entry to the lake, and a connecting boardwalk around the south end of the lake.

Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Site preparation 1.20 A 30,000.00 36,000 Boardwalk - north sweep 1,500 SF 70.00 105,000 Boardwalk at the beach 2,200 SF 70.00 154,000 Beach 6,000 SF 12.00 72,000 Lake Boren Promenade Boardwalk (south) 3,000 SF 90.00 270,000 Site furnishings Allow 15,000.00 15,000 Planting and irrigation 1.20 A 130,000.00 156,000 Boat launch path (5' crushed rock) 110 LF 30.00 3,300 Subtotal $811,300 Taxes (9.5%) Design Fees (12%) Total

* Phases represent proposed groupings and are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

$77,074 $97,356 $985,730

Phase C: Boren Creek This phase includes improvements to the recently acquired parcels. A forest shelter is included along with an off-leash area, connecting paths adjacent to the creek, and improved access from the existing park paths.

Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Site preparation 2 A 30,000.00 60,000 Boardwalk to Learning Center 2,100 SF 70.00 147,000 Shelter - Learning Center Allow 100,000.00 100,000 Boren Creek path (5' crushed rock) 1,600 LF 30.00 48,000 Boren Creek stairs 150 LF 160.00 24,000 Boren Creek bridge 480 SF 100.00 48,000 Path around parking (5' crushed rock) 600 LF 30.00 18,000 Off-leash area (optional location) 50,000 SF 5.00 250,000 Invasive species removal Allow 25,000 Native/mitigation planting 90,000 SF 5.00 450,000 Rockery railing (4' ht chain link) 250 LF 35.00 8,750 Site furnishings Allow 10,000.00 10,000 Subtotal $1,188,750 Taxes (9.5%) Design Fees (12%) Total 20

* Phases represent proposed groupings and are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

$112,931 $142,650 $1,444,331

Phase D: Lake Boren Connection This phase includes additional access to the east side of the lake. The Lake Boren promenade provides an alternate walking experience from the Esplanade and connects the boardwalk (Phase B), the dock, the promenade deck, and Lake Boren stairs. This phase also completes the cross-park trail that connects to neighborhoods to the east.

Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Site preparation 4 A 30,000.00 120,000 Lake Boren Promenade - (5' asphalt) 800 LF 40.00 32,000 Lake Boren Promenade boardwalk (north) 950 SF 90.00 85,500 Promenade deck - rebuilt 300 SF 90.00 27,000 Lake Boren stairs - rebuilt 200 LF 160.00 32,000 Invasive species removal Allow 15,000 Native/mitigation planting 50,000 SF 5.00 250,000 Site furnishings Allow 15,000.00 15,000 Native planting, no irrigation 25,000 SF 2.00 50,000 Interpretation 1 Allow 10,000 10,000 Subtotal $636,500 Taxes (9.5%) Design Fees (12%) Total

* Phases represent proposed groupings and are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

$60,468 $76,380 $773,348

Phase E: Parking Expansion This phase includes improving and expanding the existing parking lot. An underground stormwater storage and treatment vault is located under the east half of the parking lot.

Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Site preparation Allow 200,000 Stormwater storage, conveyance, treatment Allow 850,000 Parking expansion to 129 stalls 75 Stall 3,000.00 225,000 Lighting 8 EA 8,000.00 64,000 Site furnishings Allow 15,000 Planting and irrigation 20,000 SF 6.00 120,000 Subtotal $1,474,000 Taxes (9.5%) Design Fees (12%) Total

* Phases represent proposed groupings and are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

$140,030 $176,880 $1,790,910

Phase F: Entry Plaza This phase includes restroom expansion, park plaza, community garden, and an additional tennis court.

Quantity Unit Unit Cost Total Site preparation 2 A 40,000.00 80,000 Restroom expansion Allow 750,000 Park plaza 8,000 SF 22.00 176,000 Plaza trellis 750 SF 120.00 90,000 Community garden 1,500 SF 20.00 30,000 Additional tennis court Allow 225,000 Site furnishings Allow 25,000 Planting and irrigation 12,500 SF 8.00 100,000 Subtotal $1,476,000 Taxes (9.5%) Design Fees (12%) Total

$140,220 $177,120 $1,793,340

* Phases represent proposed groupings, are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

Grand Total

Subtotal Phase A Subtotal Phase B Subtotal Phase C Subtotal Phase D Subtotal Phase E Subtotal Phase F

$2,397,000 $811,300 $1,188,750 $636,500 $1,474,000 $1,476,000

Subtotal $7,983,550 Tax (9.5%) $758,437 Design Fee (12%) $958,026 Total $9,700,013

Inclusions Contingency (20%) General Conditions (10%) Contractor Overhead (8%) Contractor Profit (8%)

Exclusions Demolition and restoration of acquired parcels Fishing dock repair Utility upgrades, if necessary Park maintenance Permits

* Phases represent proposed groupings and are not in order of priority or proposed sequence.

Amphitheater - Existing & Proposed The existing amphitheater and stage area is collocated with the playground forming one contiguous, highly programmed space. The master plan design pulls the amphitheater and stage away from the playground providing more space for these two programmatic uses, but also allows for a zone of overlapping use in between where park users can have eyes on both the playground and the stage from a single vantage point. Think of it as a venn diagram!

Area of proposed overlapping use/ views: Playground + Amphitheater

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Existing Amphitheater: 43,000 SF / 40 SF per person = 1,075

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Proposed Amphitheater: 48,000 SF / 40 SF per person = 1,550

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Public Outreach Process The master plan process included a robust public outreach process involving multiple types of outreach. The process centered around public meetings but also utilized a mailer, online surveys, an input kiosk in the park, and fliers. Below is a diagram showing the components of the process and where they occurred from Site Analysis to Concept Design to Master Plan Development.

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07 Amphitheater (terraced with seat-walls & rock outcrops

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18 Additional Tennis Court

34 Lake Boren Promenade Boardwalk

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Newcastle Town Hall 6/21/2016

* To see complete summary of public meetings, refer to Appendix Vol.1 C.

Master Plan Development

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Playground improvements or features Dog park Pool / splash park / wading pool -related Beach / swim dock / clean water -related Walking related: more paths and/or lit paths Vendor trucks, concessions, or vending machines Boat-access or launch related, or request for rentals More tennis courts or lighting for tennis courts Skate park Bathroom improvements General beautification (flowers, trees) Zipline Community garden Climbing wall or tower Fix dock Frisbee golf * To see complete summary of kiosk tags, please refer to Appendix Vol. B. 33

Public Survey #1 Summary This survey asked residents questions about the existing park, such as what are their favorite elements and activities.

* To see full survey results, please refer to Appendix Vol. B. 35

CONCEPT ‘A’ 01 ACCESSIBLE PATH CONNECTION 02 MINING PLAY/LEARNING AREA & LEVEL PLAY LAWN 03 NEWCASTLE PLAZA & FESTIVAL TENTS (EPHEMERAL) 04 OPPORTUNITY AREA (DOG PARK, SKATE PARK) 05 STAGE & AMPHITHEATER BOWL W/ OUTCROPS 06 ACCESSIBLE PRIMARY PATH NETWORK 07 FERN, MOSS & ROCK GARDEN 08 PARK ENTRANCE W/ PARKING 09 MAINTENANCE FACILITY SCREENING 10 REBUILT DOCK 11 TRESTLE BOARDWALK & NATURAL BEACH 12 RELOCATED STRUCTURE AND FOREST MEADOW

13 ACCESSIBLE SECONDARY PATH NETWORK 14 OUTCROP VIEWPOINT 15 NATURAL BEACH 16 OPPORTUNITY AREA (DOG PARK, SKATE PARK) 17 LAKESIDE PROMENADE 18 REBUILT DOCK 19 REBUILT DOCK PLATFORM 20 STAIR CONNECTION TO EXISTING CONCRETE STEPS 21 IMPROVED SHELTER AMENITIES 22 NATIVE PLANT RESTORATION AREA 23 RAIN GARDEN/SWALE

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Public Survey #2 Summary Rank your top three favorite elements from Concept A. Rank Item Score Total Respondents 1 (17) Lakeside promenade 38 19 2 (5) Stage & amphitheater bowl with outcrops 38 17 3 (11) Trestle boardwalk & natural beach 36 17 4 (4) Opportunity area (dog park, skate park) 26 12 5 (2) Mining play/learning area & level play lawn 24 10 6 (10) Rebuilt dock 19 11 7 (6) Accessible primary path network 18 7 8 (8) Park entrance with parking 18 10 9 (13) Accessible secondary path network 17 10 10 (7) Fern, moss & rock garden 14 6 11 (15) Natural beach 14 8 12 (18) Rebuilt dock 14 7 13 (22) Native plant restoration area 11 7 14 (3) Newcastle plaza & festival tents (ephemeral) 11 5 15 (1) Accessible path connection 11 5 16 (16) Opportunity area (dog park, skate park) 10 6 17 (21) Improved shelter amenities 9 5 18 (14) Outcrop viewpoint 7 4 19 (19) Rebuilt dock platform 6 3 20 (12) Relocated structure and forest meadow 4 3 21 (23) Rain garden/swale 4 2 22 (20) Stair connection to existing concrete steps 3 2 23 (9) Maintenance facility screening 2 1

* To see full survey results, please refer to Appendix Vol. B. 37

CONCEPT ‘B’ 01 PARK ENTRANCE & CROSSWALK 02 ACCESSIBLE SECONDARY PATH NETWORK 03 ACCESSIBLE PRIMARY PATH NETWORK 04 ACCESSIBLE PATH CONNECTION 05 EXPANDED PARKING 06 RAIN GARDEN/SWALE 07 ACCESSIBLE RAMPED PATHWAY 08 EXPANDED SPORTS COURTS 09 UNDERGROUND STORMWATER VAULT 10 IMPROVED SHELTER AMENITIES 11 MINING PLAY/LEARNING TERRACES 12 HILLSIDE SLIDES

13 MINING ROCK SCRAMBLE 14 LEVEL PLAY LAWN 15 COMMUNITY CENTER 16 NEWCASTLE PLAZA & FESTIVAL TENTS (EPHEMERAL) 17 FOREST EDGE LAWN / COMMUNITY GARDEN 18 CANOPY WALK TRESTLE 19 ADVENTURE PATH 20 OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM STRUCTURE 21 FERN, MOSS & ROCK GARDEN 22 STONE STEPS 23 STAGE

24 AMPHITHEATER BOWL W/ OUTCROPS 25 MAINTENANCE FACILITY SCREENING

26 TURNAROUND PARK ENTRANCE W/ PARKING 27 FOREST ROOM 28 REBUILT DOCK 29 NATURAL SWIM BEACH 30 GATHERING AREA

31 NATIVE PLANT RESTORATION AREA 32 TRESTLE BOARDWALK

33 OPPORTUNITY AREA (DOG PARK, SKATE PARK) 34 CABLED BOAT CROSSING 37

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35 NATURAL BEACH

36 LAKESIDE PROMENADE 37 REBUILT DOCK

38 REBUILT DOCK PLATFORM

39 STAIR CONNECTION TO CONCRETE STEPS

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Public Survey #2 Summary Rank your top three favorite elements from Concept B. Rank Item Score Total Respondents 1 (29) Natural swim beach 33 15 2 (8) Expanded sports courts 24 9 3 (36) Lakeside promenade 23 12 4 (32) Trestle boardwalk 23 13 5 (15) Community center 20 9 6 (33) Opportunity area (dog park, skate park) 20 8 7 (11) Mining play/learning terraces 18 8 8 (19) Adventure path 16 9 9 (5) Expanded parking 6 8 10 (24) Amphitheater bowl with outcrops 16 8 11 (12) Hillside slides 14 7 12 (23) Stage 13 6 13 (4) Accessible path connection 12 5 14 (9) Underground stormwater vault 9 5 15 (3) Accessible primary path network 8 3 16 (2) Accessible secondary path network 8 5 17 (13) Mining rock scramble 7 4 18 (26) Turnaround park entrance with parking 7 5 19 (31) Native plant restoration area 7 4 20 (21) Fern, moss & rock garden 6 3 21 (10) Improved shelter amenities 6 3 22 (28) Rebuilt dock 5 3 23 (37) Rebuilt dock 4 2 24 (17) Forest edge lawn / community garden 4 2 25 (6) Rain garden/swale 4 2 26 (34) Cabled boat crossing 3 3 27 (18) Canopy walk trestle 3 1 28 (39) Stair connection to concrete steps 3 2 29 (20) Outdoor living room structure 3 2 30 (16) Newcastle plaza & festival tents (ephemeral) 2 1 31 (25) Maintenance facility screening 2 1 32 (30) Gathering area 1 1 33 (14) Level play lawn 1 1 34 (38) Rebuilt dock platform 1 1

* To see full survey results, please refer to Appendix Vol. B. 39

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34 Lake Boren Promenade Boardwalk

33 Lake Boren Promenade (5’ asphalt)

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27 Boren Creek Path (5’ crushed rock)

26 Shelter (learning center)

25 Boardwalk to Learning Center

31 Off-leash Area

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21 Trees

13 North Sweep Boardwalk

20 Stone Garden

12 Cross Park Promenade

19 Skate Spot

11 Entry Signs

18 Additional Tennis Court

10 Plaza Trellis

05 North Parking

29 Boren Creek Bridge

17 Shelter Improvements

09 Community Room(s)/Restrooms (3000 sf)

04 Parking & Drop-off (added 76 stalls)

28 Boren Creek Stairs

16 Community Garden

08 Stage @ The Grove (covered)

03 Parking (reconfigured to 54 stalls)

23 Canopy Walk Span

15 Beach

07 Amphitheater (terraced with seat-walls & rock outcrops

02 Bioretention/Stormwater facilities 24 Cattail Walk

22 Canopy Walk Trestle

06 Newcastle Plaza (seat-walls, 30’ wide paving)

30 Path around Parking

The Boren Creek Collection 14 Beach Boardwalk

Park Core Amenities:

01 Cross Park Lighting

Infrastructure:

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Public Survey #3 Summary Rank your top three favorite elements from Draft Master Plan Concept. Rank Item Score 1 (7 & 8) Amphitheater & Stage 113 2 (15) Beach 86 3 (31) Off-leash Area 72 4 (4) Expanded Parking 51 5 (14) Beach Boardwalk 45 6 (22 & 23) Canopy Walk Trestle & Span 44 7 (21) Trees 41 8 (37) Lake Boren Dock 27 9 (17) Picnic Shelter Improvements 27 10 (33) Lake Boren Promenade 26 11 (5) North Parking 21 12 (13) North Sweep Boardwalk 21 13 (12) Cross Park Promenade 19 14 (18) Additional Tennis Court 18 15 (34) Lake Boren Boardwalk 17 16 (27) Boren Creek Path 14 17 (9) Community Room(s) 14 18 (26) Shelter (Learning Center) 12 19 (19) Skate Spot 11 20 (25) Boardwalk to Learning Center 10 21 (24) Cattail Walk 9 22 (16) Community Garden 8 23 (6) Newcastle Plaza 8 24 (29) Boren Creek Bridge 8 25 (36) Lake Boren Stairs 7 26 (35) Promenade Deck 7 27 (10) Plaza Trellis 5 28 (20) Stone Garden 4 29 (30) Path around Parking 2 30 (28) Boren Creek Stairs 0

* To see full survey results, please refer to Appendix Vol. B. 41

Index of Appendices Appendix Vol. 1

A: Master Planning Project Schedule

B: Public Survey Results

C: Kiosk Tag Results/Summary

Appendix Vol. 2

D: Lake Boren Park, Permitting Memorandum

E: Lake Boren Park, Wetland/Stream Reconnaissance Report

Appendix Vol. 3

F: SEPA Document(s)

Appendix Vol. 4

G: Public Meeting Notes

Appendix Vol. 5

H: City Council Resolution

Lake Boren Park Master Plan, City of Newcastle

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