Seattle Parks and Recreation, the Green Lake community and sportsfield users are celebrating the renovated Lower Woodland Park fields #2 & #7 on Saturday, December 5, 2009 from 9 – 11 a.m. The event will include a special soccer clinic and games hosted by current Major League Soccer players and professional trainers, and a ribbon cutting ceremony. The fields’ inauguration is co-sponsored by Seattle Youth Soccer Association and Woodland Soccer Club.
\nThe fields now have new green synthetic turf with markings for lacrosse, Ultimate Frisbee and soccer. As one of Mayor Nickels Seattle Jobs Forward projects, these two fields were planned, designed and constructed in less than one year.
\n“The local sports communities, and especially our youth soccer association, have been working hard for many years to get these fields renovated and into great playing condition,” said Ed D’Alessandro, Executive Director of Seattle Youth Soccer Association. “We are happy with the quick construction time and excited to have them back in play.”
\nThe Seattle voters approved the Parks and Green Spaces Levy in November 2008 and this Levy provided the funding for the renovation. The original Olmsted design included playfields that have been a vital part of Woodland Park throughout its history.
\nFor more information, please contact Parks Project Manager Ted Holden at (206) 684-7201; e-mail ted.holden@seattle.gov or visit http://seattle.gov/parks/projects/lower_woodland/playfields.htm
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/grand-opening-celebration-planned-for-lower-woodland-playfields/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Superior Court Clears the Way for Future Fireworks Displays at Gas Works Park", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/superior-court-clears-the-way-for-future-fireworks-displays-at-gas-works-park/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/superior-court-clears-the-way-for-future-fireworks-displays-at-gas-works-park/#comments", "pubDate": "Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:56:41 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=168" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "A King County Superior Court judge today ruled in favor of the City of Seattle and One Reel in a lawsuit, which claimed a State Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) assessment, was required prior to Fourth of July fireworks displays at Gas Works Park. \n“Fourth of July Fireworks at Gas Works Park is a beloved tradition in [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "A King County Superior Court judge today ruled in favor of the City of Seattle and One Reel in a lawsuit, which claimed a State Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) assessment, was required prior to Fourth of July fireworks displays at Gas Works Park.
\n“Fourth of July Fireworks at Gas Works Park is a beloved tradition in Seattle, and one that many families look forward to every year,” said Seattle Parks and Recreation Superintendent Timothy Gallagher. “One Reel has been an excellent partner in a providing free holiday event that is open to the general public for many years. They can now begin preparations for the 2010 event, and continue their search for a sponsor.”
\nThe judgment finds that there is no “genuine issue” in the lawsuit. It asserts that the Fourth of July Fireworks organized by non-profit One Reel falls under the SEPA exemption for public celebrations.
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/superior-court-clears-the-way-for-future-fireworks-displays-at-gas-works-park/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Meeting set for Lawton Park Play Area Renovation", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/meeting-set-for-lawton-park-play-area-renovation/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/meeting-set-for-lawton-park-play-area-renovation/#comments", "pubDate": "Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:07:50 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=166" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation will host design meetings for Lawton Play Area Renovation on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 and on Wednesday, January 21, 2010. Both meetings are being held at Lawton Elementary, 4000 27th Ave W. The public is encouraged to attend and provide input on the changes that will be coming to the play [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation will host design meetings for Lawton Play Area Renovation on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 and on Wednesday, January 21, 2010. Both meetings are being held at Lawton Elementary, 4000 27th Ave W. The public is encouraged to attend and provide input on the changes that will be coming to the play area.
\nThe renovation project, identified in the Parks and Green Spaces Levy, will provide new play equipment for children ages 2 -12, site improvements to enhance safety and access improvements to facilitate use.
\nParks will present initial concepts for the community to evaluate at the first meeting. This will be the community’s opportunity to provide valuable input on design options and amenities. Information collected from the first meeting will be incorporated into a preferred design. This preferred design will be presented at the January 21 meeting, and refined with community input.
\nSeattle voters passed the Parks and Green Spaces Levy by a 59% vote in November 2008. The new $146 million Levy provides acquisition funding for new neighborhood parks and green spaces and development funding for projects such as improved playfields, reservoir lid parks, renovated playgrounds, community gardens, and safety upgrades at city owned cultural facilities. Recognizing the importance of creating vibrant and engaging green spaces for Seattle as it grows, Seattle Parks and Recreation moved quickly into action, and by November 2009 — just one year after the passage of the Levy — will have added 2.53 acres to the park system and completed eight new development projects, will have four projects in construction, and another 21 projects in the planning and design phase.
\nFor more information, please contact Emily Fuller, Project Manager 206-684-7047 or emily.fuller@seattle.gov or visit http://seattle.gov/parks/projects/lawton/playground.htm
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/meeting-set-for-lawton-park-play-area-renovation/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Meeting on Matthews Beach Play Area Renovation", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/meeting-on-matthews-beach-play-area-renovation/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/meeting-on-matthews-beach-play-area-renovation/#comments", "pubDate": "Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:58:34 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=164" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation will host three design meetings for the Matthews Beach Park Play Area Renovation. The first two meetings are the community’s opportunity to provide valuable input on design options and amenities. \nThe first meeting is Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 7 – 8:30 at the Brig in Magnuson Park, 6330 NE 74th St. [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation will host three design meetings for the Matthews Beach Park Play Area Renovation. The first two meetings are the community’s opportunity to provide valuable input on design options and amenities.
\nThe first meeting is Tuesday, December 8, 2009 from 7 – 8:30 at the Brig in Magnuson Park, 6330 NE 74th St. The second meeting is Friday, December 11, 2009 from 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Magnuson Park Community Center, 7110 62nd Ave NE.
\nAt the third meeting a preferred design will be presented and refined with the community input. This final meeting will be Wednesday, January 20, 2010 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at the Brig in Magnuson Park.
\nThe renovation project, identified in the Parks and Green Spaces Levy, will provide new play equipment for children ages 2 -12, site improvements to enhance safety, and improvements that will ensure access for all users.
\nSeattle voters passed the Parks and Green Spaces Levy by a 59% vote in November 2008. The new $146 million Levy provides acquisition funding for new neighborhood parks and green spaces and development funding for projects such as improved playfields, reservoir lid parks, renovated playgrounds, community gardens, and safety upgrades at city owned cultural facilities. Recognizing the importance of creating vibrant and engaging green spaces for Seattle as it grows, Seattle Parks and Recreation moved quickly into action, and by November 2009 — just one year after the passage of the Levy — will have added 2.53 acres to the park system and completed eight new development projects, will have four projects in construction, and another 21 projects in the planning and design phase.
\nFor more information, please contact Emily Fuller, Project Manager, at 206-684-7047 or emily.fuller@seattle.gov or visit http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/projects/matthews_beach/play_area.htm
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\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/20/meeting-on-matthews-beach-play-area-renovation/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Green Lake Pathway of Lights Coming on December 12", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/green-lake-pathway-of-lights-coming-on-december-12/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/green-lake-pathway-of-lights-coming-on-december-12/#comments", "pubDate": "Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:18:26 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=162" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Green Lake Community Center Advisory Council present the 33rd “Pathway of Lights,” the annual lighting the path around Seattle’s Green Lake with luminaria. This year’s event will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday evening, December 12, rain or shine. Admission is free. \nJoin thousands of families, friends, [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Green Lake Community Center Advisory Council present the 33rd “Pathway of Lights,” the annual lighting the path around Seattle’s Green Lake with luminaria. This year’s event will take place from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Saturday evening, December 12, rain or shine. Admission is free.
\nJoin thousands of families, friends, and neighbors in this Seattle tradition, as they walk the 2.8 mile path around the lake, taking in the warm glow of the luminaria. People are encouraged to bring their own lights and candles to add to the ambiance.
\nLocal musicians will perform at three sites around the lake: at the Green Lake Community Center on the east side of the lake, at the Green Lake Small Craft Center next to the old Aqua Theater on the south side, and at the Bathhouse Theater (Seattle Public Theatre) on the north side. Warm drinks and treats will be available at those locations, as will donation bins for non-perishable food items for Northwest Harvest.
\nWe need volunteers to help place and light the thousands of luminaria and to clean up after the event. Individuals, businesses, community organizations, and school and scout groups are welcome to participate. High school students can earn service learning hours by volunteering.
\nGroups, please call Green Lake Community Center in advance at 206-684-0780 to make arrangements. Setup takes place from 3 to 5 p.m., and the lighting of the candles is at 5:15 p.m. Cleanup is from 8:45 to 9:30 p.m.
\nAdditional musicians are needed. For more information, please call Faizah Osayande or Jeff Skinner at 206-684-0780 or e-mail them at faizah.osayande@seattle.gov or jeff.skinner@seattle.gov.
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/green-lake-pathway-of-lights-coming-on-december-12/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Meeting on Park for West Seattle Reservoir", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/160/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/160/#comments", "pubDate": "Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:11:24 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/160/" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to participate in the planning for the future park on the West Seattle Reservoir lid. The first public meeting will be December 3, 2009 from 7 – 9 p.m. at High Point Community Center, 6920 34th Ave SW. At the meeting, Parks staff will outline the project scope [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation invites the community to participate in the planning for the future park on the West Seattle Reservoir lid. The first public meeting will be December 3, 2009 from 7 – 9 p.m. at High Point Community Center, 6920 34th Ave SW. At the meeting, Parks staff will outline the project scope and schedule, and learn what the community priorities are for transforming the 20 acres of open space adjacent to Westcrest Park.
\n“This new park space is going to be a great asset for the neighborhood,” said Dan Mullins, Chair of the Highland Park Action Committee. “I’m impressed with everyone’s passion and dedication to this project, and I encourage the neighborhood to attend the design meetings.”
\nSeattle Public Utilities (SPU) is replacing its open reservoirs with underground structures that will improve the quality and security of our water supply and provide new public open space on the reservoir lids. The West Seattle Reservoir is located at 9000 8th Ave SW. Lid construction is underway at this site and park construction is anticipated to start in early 2011.
\nThe Parks and Green Spaces Levy provides $3 million for planning, design and construction of this new park. Seattle voters passed the Parks and Green Spaces Levy by a 59% vote in November 2008. The new $146 million Levy provides acquisition funding for new neighborhood parks and green spaces and development funding for projects such as improved playfields, reservoir lid parks, renovated playgrounds, community gardens, and safety upgrades at city owned cultural facilities. Recognizing the importance of creating vibrant and engaging green spaces for Seattle as it grows, Seattle Parks and Recreation moved quickly into action, and by November 2009 — just one year after the passage of the Levy — will have added 2.53 acres to the park system and completed eight new development projects, will have four projects in construction, and another 21 projects in the planning and design phase.
\nFor additional information about the project please visit http://seattle.gov/parks/projects/west_seattle_reservoir/ or contact Susanne Friedman, Parks Planner at 684-0902 or Susanne.friedman@seattle.gov.
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/160/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Public Meeting for Jefferson Park Improvements", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/public-meeting-for-jefferson-park-improvements/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/public-meeting-for-jefferson-park-improvements/#comments", "pubDate": "Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:27:30 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=158" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting a community meeting to discuss the Jefferson Park Expansion on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at the Jefferson Park Community Center, 3801 Beacon Ave. S. Parks staff will provide an update on the construction of the new park on the reservoir lid and gather input [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting a community meeting to discuss the Jefferson Park Expansion on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at the Jefferson Park Community Center, 3801 Beacon Ave. S. Parks staff will provide an update on the construction of the new park on the reservoir lid and gather input on the design for future developments in the park.
\nCurrently, Phase One construction is underway. At this meeting the public will be asked to provide input on these developments:
\nA Master Plan for the site was developed in 2002 as a guide for the development of Jefferson Park. The community participated in prioritizing elements for the park development at a meeting in the spring of 2009. The Pro Parks Levy and the new Parks and Green Spaces Levy together provide $15.4 million to implement the community vision for this park.
\nFor more information, please contact Andy Sheffer, Project Manager, at (206) 684-7041 or andy.sheffer@seattle.gov or visit http://seattle.gov/parks/ProParks/projects/JeffersonPark.htm . For interpretation services at this meeting contact Karen O’Connor at 206-233-7929 or Karen.o’connor@seattle.gov. Child care will be provided.
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/public-meeting-for-jefferson-park-improvements/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Meeting for Fairmount Park Play Area Renovation", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/meeting-for-fairmount-park-play-area-renovation/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/meeting-for-fairmount-park-play-area-renovation/#comments", "pubDate": "Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:41:17 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=156" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting design meetings for the Fairmount Park Play Area Renovation on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 and Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Both meetings are being held at the High Point Branch Library at 3411 SW Raymond St from 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend to provide input [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting design meetings for the Fairmount Park Play Area Renovation on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 and Wednesday, January 6, 2010. Both meetings are being held at the High Point Branch Library at 3411 SW Raymond St from 6:30 – 7:45 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend to provide input on the changes that will be coming to the play area.
\nThe renovation project, identified in the Parks and Green Spaces Levy, will provide new play equipment for children ages 2 -12, site improvements to enhance safety, and improvements that will ensure access for all users.
\nParks will present initial concepts for the community to evaluate at the first meeting. This will be the community’s opportunity to provide valuable input on design options and desired amenities. Information collected from the first meeting will be incorporated into a preferred design. This preferred design will be presented at a meeting on January 6, 2010 meeting and refined with community input.
\nSeattle voters passed the Parks and Green Spaces Levy by a 59% vote in November 2008. The new $146 million Levy provides acquisition funding for new neighborhood parks and green spaces and development funding for projects such as improved playfields, reservoir lid parks, renovated playgrounds, community gardens, and safety upgrades at city owned cultural facilities. Recognizing the importance of creating vibrant and engaging green spaces for Seattle as it grows, Seattle Parks and Recreation moved quickly into action, and by November 2009 — just one year after the passage of the Levy — will have added 2.53 acres to the park system and completed eight new development projects, will have four projects in construction, and another 21 projects in the planning and design phase.
\nFor more information, please contact Kelly Davidson, Project Manager, at 206-684-0998 or kelly.davidson@seattle.gov or visit http://seattle.gov/parks/projects/fairmount/playground.htm
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/meeting-for-fairmount-park-play-area-renovation/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "Planning Meeting for Future of Atlantic City Nursery", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/planning-meeting-for-future-of-atlantic-city-nursery/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/planning-meeting-for-future-of-atlantic-city-nursery/#comments", "pubDate": "Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:36:31 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=154" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting a public meeting to gather input from the community on the future use of the Atlantic City Nursery. The meeting will take place on Thursday, December 3 2009 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Pritchard Island Beach Bathhouse, 8400 55th Ave. S. Parks’ plant nursery will be closed in [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting a public meeting to gather input from the community on the future use of the Atlantic City Nursery. The meeting will take place on Thursday, December 3 2009 from 7 – 8:30 p.m. at Pritchard Island Beach Bathhouse, 8400 55th Ave. S. Parks’ plant nursery will be closed in 2010, creating an opportunity for the neighborhood to help shape the future use of this Parks facility.
\nLocated at 5513 S. Cloverdale Street, this property is a low area that separates the Pritchard Island residential area from the original lake shoreline and the residential area to the west. The property is bordered on the north and south by adjacent park property, Pritchard Island Beach Park and Beer Sheva/Atlantic City Park.
\nThe public is encouraged to attend the meeting and provide input for the future use of this space or submit written comments to Emily Fuller, Project Planner, by December 31, 2009.
\nFor more information please visit the web site: http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/projects/atlantic_city/nursery.htm
\nor contact Emily Fuller, Project Planner at 684-7047 or Emily.fuller@seattle.gov.
\n" }, "wfw:commentRss": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/planning-meeting-for-future-of-atlantic-city-nursery/feed/", "slash:comments": "0" }, { "title": "New Park for First Hill", "link": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/new-park-for-first-hill/", "comments": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/2009/11/19/new-park-for-first-hill/#comments", "pubDate": "Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:33:06 +0000", "dc:creator": "ligonj", "category": { "#cdata-section": "Parkways" }, "guid": { "@isPermaLink": "false", "#text": "http://parkways.seattle.gov/?p=152" }, "description": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation will host a community meeting on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Skyline at First Hill, 725 9th Ave. Parks will provide information about potential acquisition opportunities for a new park in the First Hill neighborhood. \nThe community is invited to learn more about the sites Parks has [...]" }, "content:encoded": { "#cdata-section": "Seattle Parks and Recreation will host a community meeting on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 from 6:30 – 8 p.m. at Skyline at First Hill, 725 9th Ave. Parks will provide information about potential acquisition opportunities for a new park in the First Hill neighborhood.
\nThe community is invited to learn more about the sites Parks has evaluated, and to provide comments and suggestions about the possible acquisitions. Both the 2000 Pro Parks Levy and the 2008 Parks and Green Spaces Levy targeted the First Hill community to receive a new park to accommodate growth.
\n“Providing much needed open space in this urban neighborhood has been one of the most difficult challenges this program has faced,” said Donald Harris, Acquisition Manager. “We are optimistic that as a result of this meeting, we can reach a consensus about which site or sites Parks will pursue.”
\nIn November 2008, the Parks and Green Spaces Levy passed by a 59% vote. The Levy provides $146 million over six years, which includes neighborhood and green space acquisitions and more than 50 named development projects. The goal of the acquisition team is to acquire properties in areas that have been identified in the Parks and Recreation 2006 Development Plan and Gap Analysis as deficient relative to the City’s comprehensive plan. The development projects provide improved playfields, reservoir lid parks, forest and stream restoration, community gardens, and renovated playgrounds throughout Seattle.
\nFor more information please see http://www.cityofseattle.net/parks/proparks/projects/FirstHillAcquisition.htm or contact Chip Nevins, Seattle Parks and Recreation, at 206-233-3879 or chip.nevins@seattle.gov.
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