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Parks and Recreation
PARKS AND RECREATION Parks and Recreation Overview of Facilities and Programs The Department of Parks and Recreation manages 400 parks and open areas in its approximately 6,200 acres of property throughout the City, works with the public to be good stewards of the park system, and provides safe and welcoming opportunities for the public to play, learn, contemplate, and build community. The park system comprises about 10% of the City’s land area; it includes 485 buildings, 224 parks, 185 athletic fields, 122 children's play areas, 24 community centers, 151 outdoor tennis courts, 22 miles of boulevards, an indoor tennis center, two outdoor and eight indoor swimming pools, four golf courses, studios, boat ramps, moorage, fishing piers, trails, camps, viewpoints and open spaces, a rock climbing site, a conservatory, a classical Japanese garden, and a waterfront aquarium. The development of this system is guided by the Seattle Parks & Recreation Plan 2000, the 38 neighborhood plans, the Joint Athletic Facilities Development Program with the Seattle School District, the 1999 Seattle Center and Community Centers Levy, the 2000 Parks Levy, and DPR’s annual update to the Major Maintenance Plan. 2000 Parks Levy In November 2000, Seattle voters approved a $198.2 million levy lid lift for Parks and Recreation. The levy closely follows the plan forged by the Pro Parks 2000 Citizens Planning Committee. The levy is designed to fund more than 100 projects to improve maintenance and enhance programming of existing parks, including the Woodland Park Zoo; acquire, develop and maintain new neighborhood parks, green spaces, playfields, trails and boulevards; and add out-of-school and senior activities. -
Seattle Design Commission
Seattle Design APPROVED Commission MINUTES OF THE MEETING 6 March 2003 Gregory J. Nickels, Mayor Donald Royse Chair Projects Reviewed Convened: 8:30am Gasworks Park Site Plan Laura Ballock South Lake Union Park Kubota Gardens Ralph Cipriani Joint Meeting with Planning Commission Seattle Monorail Project Jack Mackie Cary Moon Adjourned: 5:00pm Iain M. Robertson Nic Rossouw David Spiker Commissioners Present Staff Present Donald Royse, Chair John Rahaim Sharon E. Sutton Laura Ballock Layne Cubell Ralph Cipriani Brad Gassman Tory Laughlin Taylor Cary Moon Anna O’Connell Nic Rossouw John Rahaim, David Spiker Executive Director Sharon E. Sutton Tory Laughlin Taylor Layne Cubell, Commission Coordinator Department of Design, Construction & Land Use 700 5th Avenue, Suite 2000 Seattle, WA 98104-5070 phone 206/233-7911 fax 206/386-4039 printed on recycled paper Page 2 of 24 6 Mar 2003 Project: Gasworks Park Site Plan Phase: Conceptual Design Update Previous Reviews: 6 Feb 2003 (Conceptual Design) Presenters: Jeff Girvin, Berger Partnership Guy Michaelson, Berger Partnership Attendees: Alley Rutzel Jerry Malmo Chris Mapes Michael Shiosaki, Parks and Recreation Tim Motzer, Parks and Recreation Susanne Friedman, Parks and Recreation Time: 1 hour (SDC Ref. # 169 | DC00297) Action: The Commission thanks the team for coming and giving them the opportunity to see the project before the next stage of development and would like to make the following comments and recommendations. The Design Commission applauds what the team has done with comments from the -
The Artists' View of Seattle
WHERE DOES SEATTLE’S CREATIVE COMMUNITY GO FOR INSPIRATION? Allow us to introduce some of our city’s resident artists, who share with you, in their own words, some of their favorite places and why they choose to make Seattle their home. Known as one of the nation’s cultural centers, Seattle has more arts-related businesses and organizations per capita than any other metropolitan area in the United States, according to a recent study by Americans for the Arts. Our city pulses with the creative energies of thousands of artists who call this their home. In this guide, twenty-four painters, sculptors, writers, poets, dancers, photographers, glass artists, musicians, filmmakers, actors and more tell you about their favorite places and experiences. James Turrell’s Light Reign, Henry Art Gallery ©Lara Swimmer 2 3 BYRON AU YONG Composer WOULD YOU SHARE SOME SPECIAL CHILDHOOD MEMORIES ABOUT WHAT BROUGHT YOU TO SEATTLE? GROWING UP IN SEATTLE? I moved into my particular building because it’s across the street from Uptown I performed in musical theater as a kid at a venue in the Seattle Center. I was Espresso. One of the real draws of Seattle for me was the quality of the coffee, I nine years old, and I got paid! I did all kinds of shows, and I also performed with must say. the Civic Light Opera. I was also in the Northwest Boy Choir and we sang this Northwest Medley, and there was a song to Ivar’s restaurant in it. When I was HOW DOES BEING A NON-DRIVER IMPACT YOUR VIEW OF THE CITY? growing up, Ivar’s had spokespeople who were dressed up in clam costumes with My favorite part about walking is that you come across things that you would pass black leggings. -
Hello, I Am Writing As a Concerned Citizen Regarding St Edwards Park
SAINT EDWARD SEMINARY LEASE COMMENTS DECEMBER 2016 Hello, I am writing as a concerned citizen regarding St Edwards Park and the potential for the renovation of turning it into a lodge. I wanted to put my two cents in and let you know that it is very important for there to be plenty of parking for non-hotel visitors and am requesting for an underground parking structure to be required. Even thought I am not for this renovation as I am very concerned for the wild-life. The noise, the visitors, the construction, the constant light pollution...I am sure all this new activity will affect all living things nearby, where will they go? Having grown up in Washington, and have lived here since the 70's, I have witnessed so much forest being cut down for us humans. There is not much left. St Edwards is such a special place to visit, so special that I would give up my rights to be there so as to make it a sanctuary for wildlife and not disturb them. However, having said my peace, if there is to be a 'lodge', I do request a parking structure to make room for us visitors who like to take quiet walks in the forest. Washington State Park Officials: Please approve the Kevin Daniels' Firm's proposal to restore the historical and architecturally significant Seminary Building in St. Edwards Park. This proposal provides the funds to restore this beautiful building to its former glory and an economically sustainable future that park visitors can use, enjoy, and be proud of for years to come. -
Timeline of the Garden's Development
Kubota Garden Foundation B. History 1. HISTORICAL CONTEXT The “Alien Land Law,” passed in 1921 by the Washington State Legislature, prohibited people who were not eligible for citizenship from owning land. At that time, Japanese immigrants were not eligible to become citizens. Mr. Kubota worked around this discrimination by purchasing the property in the name of a friend. He purchased more property over time for a total of 20 acres. Eventually, the property title for the first five acres was transferred to Fujitaro’s eldest son, Tak Kubota, who was over 21 years old, born in the U.S., and therefore a citizen. Fujitaro planted nursery stock and created demonstrations of his garden building skill. He was well known for successful transplant and transport of large planting material. The land was chosen for many reasons, including the interesting topography and year- round natural running water. When purchased, the land was recently logged and swampy. There are less than a dozen trees in the garden that were here in 1927. The oldest is the Grand Fir which is over 200 years old and 139-feet tall. This is an American Japanese Garden; Japanese garden elements are blended with plants available in the Pacific Northwest. Traditional Japanese gardens have only shades of green in their plantings. Fujitaro Kubota included trees with more colors – blues and yellows. He helped to create this fusion gardening. Notable Kubota Gardening Company installations include Seattle University, Bloedel Reserve and many private residences. The Kubotas used their aesthetic and artistic vision to build the gardens, painting with trees, stone and water. -
A Teacher's Guide to Kubota Garden
A Teacher’s Guide to Kubota Garden Elementary School Kubota Garden Foundation Written and produced by: Kubota Garden Foundation Published • September 1993 • Revised January 2005 • Revised August 2016 • Revised October 2019 This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution- NonCommercial-NoDerivatives 4.0 International License. All images © 2016 Kubota Garden Foundation or used by permission of the photographer. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter @kubotagarden and Instagram. Garden Location: 9817 55th Ave S | Seattle, WA 98118 Kubota Garden Foundation 10915 – 51st Avenue South | Seattle, WA 98178-2160 | 206-725-5060 [email protected] | www.kubotagarden.org Revised August 2016 Page 2 Kubota Garden Foundation Revised August 2016 Page 3 Kubota Garden Foundation TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE To Teachers .......................................................... 6 Objectives ............................................................. 8 Kubota Garden Manners ..................................... 10 What is Kubota Garden like? ............................... 12 History ................................................................ 14 Touring the Garden ............................................. 18 Sample Lesson .................................................... 28 Some Suggested Activities ................................... 32 Evaluation ........................................................... 38 Addendum 1: Resources ...................................... 40 Addendum 2: The Jewel of Rainier Beach ............ 42 -
Saint Edward State Park Environmental Education And
Saint Edward State Park Environmental Education and Research Center Advancing public understanding, connection with nature, scientific knowledge and stewardship of Pacific Northwest ecosystems for our youth and their families. June 2019 1 Saint Edward EERC Planning Committee Kara Adams Elizabeth Lunney Director of Community Engagement Org. Development Consultant Office of Community-Based Learning and Research Ann McMahon University of Washington Bothell Executive Director of Research Strategy for Broad Impact Carolyn Brennan Office of Research Assistant Vice Chancellor University of Washington Bothell Office of Research University of Washington Bothell Keegan O’Neill Student Assistant Susan Carlson Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences E3 Washington University of Washington Bothell Alexa Russo Sustainability Coordinator Sustainability Office University of Washington Bothell David Stokes Professor Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences University of Washington Bothell The Planning Team would like to acknowledge its appreciation for the steady partnership and sound advice of Steve Brand and Peter Herzog of Washington State Parks. Special thanks also to Kelly Snyder and Ruth Johnston at UW Bothell for their counsel and support during this process. State Senator David Frockt helped secure funding for this planning study. He has been a steadfast advocate for stronger K-12 education and a supporter of Saint Edward State Park. State Representative Gerry Pollet was also instrumental in securing funding for this study; he encouraged partnership with the University of Washington during the planning process in order to access the faculty, research and other academic resources of the institution. We are truly grateful. Nancy Ousley at the City of Kenmore generously offered first-class meeting space at Kenmore City Hall, and Scott Morris of the Finn Hill Neighborhood Alliance made our Kirkland meeting possible. -
2019 Master Plan Update
2019 KUBOTA GARDEN MASTER PLAN UPDATE KUBOTA GARDEN 2019 MASTER PLAN UPDATE for Seattle Department of Parks & Recreation A and the Kubota Garden Foundation B C D by Jones & Jones Architects + Landscape Architects + Planners 105 South Main Street, Suite 300 E F G Seattle, Washington 98104 Cover Photo Credits: Hoshide Wanzer A. KGF Photo #339 (1976) B. Jones & Jones (2018) C. Jones & Jones (2018) D. KGF Photo #19 (1959) E. KGF Photo #259 (1962) Architects 206 624 5702 F. Jones & Jones (2018) G. Jones & Jones (2018) www.jonesandjones.com TABLE OF CONTENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS . 4 I. INTRODUCTION. .. .6 VI. PREFERRED CONCEPT . .. .. .. .. ..40 SUPPORT FOR THE MASTER PLAN UPDATE . .5 Need for a Master Plan Update Guiding Principles Garden Mission History: Fujitaro Kubota's Life, Inspiration, and Garden Style History: Setting the Period of Significance II. PLANNING PROCESS . .10 Necklace of Ponds Kyōryoku - Collective Effort Japanese Garden Seeking Input The Mountainside Opportunities & Issues Visitor Experience III. HISTORY OF KUBOTA GARDEN. .12 Visitor Amenities Kubota Family Wayfinding and Visitor Circulation Hierarchy Kubota Gardening Company Visitor Center Post World War II Garden Improvements Transitioning from Garden to Park IV. SITE ANALYSIS. 16 VII. IMPLEMENTATION . 65 Neighborhood Context Phasing & Implementation Visitation Staffing Mapes Creek & Natural Areas Garden Arrival APPENDIX (Separate Document) The Garden Garden History Resources Events & Programming Workshops Summary Maintenance Area Open House(s) Summary V. GARDEN NEED . .36 -
City of Snohomish Hal Moe Building Remodel November 8, 2016
City of Snohomish Hal Moe Building Remodel November 8, 2016 Hoshide Wanzer Architects 2 November 8, 2016 Denise Johns, Project Manager City of Snohomish 116 Union Avenue Snohomish, WA 98290 RE: Hal Moe Building Remodel, RFQ# CDCM 2014-01 Proposal Request for A/E Consultant Services Dear Ms. Johns, Working in the public realm can provide the greatest reward, yet equally, some of the greatest challenge. To steward the public’s environment and resources requires a great deal of vision, trust and perseverance. Today, the City of Snohomish is faced with that challenge in the remodel of the Hal Moe Building. Taking this venerable building that was once a valuable community resource and adapting to provide for the public for years to come will be a long process. A great deal of effort has already been put forth, with much more to come. We believe that success in this next phase will require strength in four areas: Vision, Community, Support and Sustainability. It will take Vision to see the site’s potential; skill to listen to and work with the Community; graphic and market savvy to develop financial Support; and technical ability to revitalize a community center that is wholly Sustainable. On behalf of Hoshide Wanzer Architects, we are pleased to submit our qualifications for this task. HWA brings substantial experience managing and designing projects for public agencies, including renovations and additions at multiple historic libraries and fire stations, adaptive reuse of parks and city-owned structures, and graphic representation of architectural projects for the purposes of fundraising. We have assembled a team of consultants that excel in investigating existing conditions and anticipating issues that often arise in adaptive-reuse buildings. -
Comprehensive List of Seattle Parks Bonus Feature for Discovering Seattle Parks: a Local’S Guide by Linnea Westerlind
COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF SEATTLE PARKS BONUS FEATURE FOR DISCOVERING SEATTLE PARKS: A LOCAL’S GUIDE BY LINNEA WESTERLIND Over the course of writing Discovering Seattle Parks, I visited every park in Seattle. While my guidebook describes the best 100 or so parks in the city (in bold below), this bonus feature lists all the parks in the city that are publicly owned, accessible, and worth a visit. Each park listing includes its address and top features. I skipped parks that are inaccessible (some of the city’s greenspaces have no paths or access points) and ones that are simply not worth a visit (just a square of grass in a median). This compilation also includes the best of the 149 waterfront street ends managed by the Seattle Department of Transportation that have been developed into mini parks. I did not include the more than 80 community P-Patches that are managed by the Department of Neighbor- hoods, although many are worth a visit to check out interesting garden art and peek at (but don’t touch) the garden beds bursting with veggies, herbs, and flowers. For more details, links to maps, and photos of all these parks, visit www.yearofseattleparks.com. Have fun exploring! DOWNTOWN SEATTLE & THE Kobe Terrace. 650 S. Main St. Paths, Seattle Center. 305 Harrison St. INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT city views, benches. Lawns, water feature, cultural institutions. Bell Street Park. Bell St. and 1st Ave. Lake Union Park. 860 Terry Ave. N. to Bell St. and 5th Ave. Pedestrian Waterfront, spray park, water views, Tilikum Place. 2701 5th Ave. -
2010 Gsp Forest Monitoring Team
2011 GSP FOREST MONITORING TEAM END-OF-SEASON REPORT Malia Caracoglia GSP Forest Monitoring Team Program Coordinator November 2011 Contents 2011 GSP Forest Monitoring Program Summary of Accomplishments and Recommendations ................................................ 2 Recruitment ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Training ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 4 Public Relations ............................................................................................................................................................................... 6 Communications .............................................................................................................................................................................. 6 Field Work ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 7 Equipment ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 9 Volunteer Management .................................................................................................................................................................. -
Saint Edward State Park Seminary – Economic Feasibility Study
Saint Edward State Park Seminary Economic Feasibility Study of Potential Public and Nonprofit Uses July 2016 Report to the Legislature Brian Bonlender, Director Acknowledgements Washington State Department of Commerce Jaime Rossman, Policy Advisor, External Relations Amber Siefer, Project Manager/Writer, Research Services Buck Lucas, Research Assistant, Research Services Jonathan Rose Companies, LLC Kristin Neil Ryan, Managing Director/Editor Ben Broesamle, Project Manager/Writer Amber Siefer, [email protected] Washington State Department of Commerce 1011 Plum St. SE P.O. Box 42525 Olympia, WA 98504-2525 www.commerce.wa.gov For people with disabilities, this report is available on request in other formats. To submit a request, please call 360-725-4000 (TTY 360-586-0772). Saint Edward State Park Seminary Economic Feasibility Study Table of Contents Executive Summary ........................................................................................................................ 1 Overview .......................................................................................................................................... 3 Methodology ................................................................................................................................... 5 Historic Preservation Considerations ........................................................................................... 8 Saint Edward State Park Seminary Building .............................................................................