Title
Briefing on the West Bay Park Restoration and Master Plan
Recommended Action
Committee Recommendation:
Not referred to a committee.
City Manager Recommendation:
Receive a briefing on the West Bay Park Restoration and Master Plan
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing and discuss the West Bay Park Restoration and Master Plan.
Staff Contact:
Laura Keehan, Planning & Design Manager, Parks, Arts & Recreation, 360.570.5855
Presenter(s):
Laura Keehan, Planning & Design Manager, Parks, Arts & Recreation
Jesse Barham, Habitat Planner, Water Resources
Jim Brennan, Principal, J.A. Brennan Associates
Background and Analysis:
West Bay is an area of significant interest to the community. In recent years, the City has undertaken important assessment and planning efforts pertaining to this location.
2016 West Bay Environmental Assessment
The assessment is a science-based analysis of potential habitat and water quality improvements along Budd Inlet's West Bay shoreline from the City limits to the 4th Ave Bridge. In addition to habitat restoration, public access and trail options were discussed. Partners included the City of Olympia Public Works and Parks, Arts and Recreation Departments; the Port of Olympia; and the Squaxin Island Tribe. The study alternatives focus primarily on publically owned properties. Conceptual approaches for private properties were also included. This earlier work effort provides key concepts and analysis that informs the West Bay Park master planning process.
2018 West Bay Park Restoration and Master Plan
The master plan will create a blueprint for a waterfront park and a restored park shoreline that integrates a waterfront trail, recreational amenities, and reestablishment of the functions and values of the shoreline environment.
Olympia staff have partnered with J.A. Brennan Associates to implement an inclusive design process to develop the master plan. A variety of public involvement methods are being used over the approxi...
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