Myrtle Reservoir Development Pro Parks Project Information
The intersection of SW Myrtle St. and 35th Ave
SW
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Virginia Hassinger, Project Planner
800 Maynard Ave. S., 3rd Floor
Seattle, WA 9813
206-233-7936
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Approved Schematic Plan
April 8, 2008 |
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June 2008
Design development is underway based on the schematic design approved by Parks in April 2008 and presented to the public on May 1, 2008. We are also adjusting the ADA accessible pathway alignments in response to the final grading changes made on site by Seattle Public Utilities (SPU). Meanwhile, SPU is completing their reservoir system testing. In June 2008 the final topsoil was placed and most of the site was hydroseeded. The site is still under the control of SPU's contractor and cannot be opened to the public until the seed is well established. That will depend on both weather and watering regimes.
The design incorporates recreational elements and ideas suggested by the community members, Parks staff, Seattle Public Utilities and the Seattle Design Commission. The design includes an open grass field on top of the lidded reservoir for informal play with a pathway circling the field and ADA accessible pathways. The children's play area will feature open toy structures to enhance visibility and provide for better security. A viewing plaza north of the lid will include an interpretive element indicating Highpoint's elevation as well as that of other prominent hills on the Seattle skyline. The slopes of the reservoir will be seeded with erosion tolerant Ecoturf which includes a mix of grasses and flowers. Skatepark development will not be persued as part of this ProParks project.
| LOCATION |
The intersection of SW Myrtle St. and 35th
Ave SW
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| BUDGET |
The Pro Parks Levy provides $1,068,202
for the project costs of planning, design and construction.
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| SCHEDULE |
Planning:Spring 2007
Design:Summer 2007 - Fall 2008
Construction:Spring 2009
Completion:Summer 2009
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| PROJECT DESCRIPTION |
| This project, part of the 2000 Parks
Levy, develops usable open space for family-oriented activities
once the reservoir is lidded. The scope of work for this project
will be developed through a community process, working within the
budget identified below and other non-levy fund sources that become
available. The project will be implemented in coordination with
Seattle Public Utilities’ Reservoir Covering. The site has
been identified as a potential site for a district skate park facility
in the Citywide
Skatepark Plan. Currently there is no funding to design and
construct a district level skate facility. Other site features to
be considered include ADA accessible pathways, play equipment, and
general landscaping. |
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| COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION |
Public Meeting #1 03/14/07
Public Meeting #2 01/22/08
Public Meeting #3 05/01/08
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