TO: Committee of the Whole - Planning and Public Works
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Public Works
Aaron Bert
425-556-2786
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Public Works
Deepali Jodh
Senior Manager
Public Works
Micah Ross
Functional Area Lead
Public Works
Steve Gibbs
Division Manager
Public Works
Brandon Beuhler
Acting Deputy Public Works Director
TITLE:
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Update on 156th AVE NE Shared-Use Path at 60% Design
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
recommendation
The proposed 156th Avenue NE Shared Use Path project includes construction of a 12 ft shared use path intended to improve multimodal transportation connectivity, pedestrian and bicyclist safety, and accessibility within the project corridor. The project will include traffic signal and street lighting work, and curbline shifting at some locations. During prior Council discussions, staff indicated that a significant number of trees could be impacted by the project. Council requested an additional update on the potential tree-removal impacts near the 60% design milestone, including arborist recommendations and an evaluation of alternative design considerations. The proposed update will include a summary of the arborist's recommendations regarding proposed tree removals, the number of trees preserved through design refinements, and the proposed tree replacement and mitigation plan.
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
Capital Investment Program
* Required:
N/A
* Council Request:
Per Council's request during the Sept 2025 site walk, we are providing an update on tree removal and retention at the 60 percent design stage.
* Other Key Facts:
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OUTCOMES:
Additional updates in COW meetings will be provided to support effective communication and provide greater clarity regarding the proposed tree removal and tree retention efforts during the d...
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