2010/05/26 Council Agenda Packet

Everett Parks and Recreation Parks b. The process depending on the type of project may include two public meetings to allow for conceptual plan discussion and time for public comment and draft plan development between the meetings. i. It is recommended that in order to maintain community interest no more than eight weeks should be between meetings ii. The meetings should be advertised via community newspapers, e-mail, and direct mail to neighbors within an appropriate radius of the park, broader circulating newspapers, and posting of signs in the park iii. Mail initial informational newsletter to residents within an appropriate radius of project and those on the project mailing list 4. Demand and needs analysis a. A list of components that describe and protect community values. b. Program elements that can be enhanced or developed i. Amenities such as restrooms and sport courts ii. Circulation paths and trails iii. Parking, access to transit or alternative forms of transportation iv. Business plan may be needed to determine program elements c. Opportunities and constraints. i. Geological features that pose a danger or provide a opportunity ii. Park access and relationship to off site features iii. Views, smells and sounds that should be preserved or avoided iv. Impacts to Critical Area features and the Growth Management Act d. A determination of the impact of proposed changes and the implication to the overall park system. i. Development of a maintenance management plan ii. Development of operations plan iii. Development of sustainability plan including LEED analysis iv. SEPA will be triggered by project specific development thresholds e. The plan shall clearly identify appropriate kinds of volunteer activities that promote community stewardship. 5. Project Approval a. Park Commission recommendation of approval by Park Director. b. Review and approval by Park Director. 18 Everett Parks and Recreation 0