2015/09/30 Council Agenda Packet

Commissioner Joel Taylor asked about the department's ability to maintain the site once it is developed. John Petersen replied that the department will be able to maintain the site given its proximity to the Interurban Trail and the ability to leverage staff resources when staff is providing regular maintenance for the trail in the park's vicinity. Citizen comments: Jerry Olsen, 10731 9th Drive -does not want people parking in his front yard and asked about the park's likely impact on property values. John explained that park industry research indicates that generally, there is usually a positive impact to homeowner property valuation. Heidi Noe, 704 105th PI. SE -asked for a clarification of planned amenities—Bob Hillmann described the concrete trail head, concrete picnic table, trail access via gravel surface and wood chip base trails. Ms. Noe asked about transient activity. Bob explained that regular maintenance by park staff will assist in discouraging negative activity. Commissioner Joel Taylor asked if police would be tasked to monitor this location once the project is completed. Paul explained the protocol is for park rangers to monitor park areas and then contact police if assistance is indicated. Citizen concerns regarding illegal parking (as opposed to vehicles legally parked on public right of way) can be addressed by the City as necessary. Commissioner Swanson asked for clarification regarding the decision to discourage a connection with the Interurban Trail. Paul explained a designated connection could encumber property (the trail) that the city does not own. (It is owned by the Snohomish County Public Utility District.) Only 3.5 acres of the total 15 acres is addressed by National Park Service requirements to address the conversion of parkland at Thornton A. Sullivan Park. A woody vegetative barrier will be included to discourage this access. Signage will include standard park signage and hours. CommissionerTaylor motioned to recommend that city council adopt the master plan as presented; seconded by Michael. All approved. Paul explained this item will go forward to council once the SEPA checklist is complete. Acceptance of Minutes Michael motioned to accept the minutes of June 9th; seconded by Marilyn. All approved. Member Reports Ryan—very pleased with the Sorticulture event; very well done and well managed. Marilyn—enjoying several parks this summer including a recent visit to_Silver Lake. Jo -el -Now that the master plan is recommended to go forward to city council, very iratees ed -,Loo vlatch the deveiopmient ?t the South Evei-elt OrC - S'C hI"eSBr!e.