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This project will construct a traffic signal with pedestrian crossing signals, crosswalks, illumination and landscaping at 129th Ave SE and Newcastle Way if an evaluation supports the need. An initial study will be completed in 2008.
This project provides walkway improvements over time at various locations in the City. Prioritization for the improvements will be developed from the adopted future non-motorized plan.
This project includes construction of sidewalks, bike lanes, bus shelters and other improvements to the intersection of Coal Creek Parkway and Newcastle Way. Relocation and modification of the signal will be included.
Transit Center Bids Announced (3/31/09)
Download: Bid Tabulations [ PDF | 29KB ]
This project will replace existing guardrails that are aging or constructed to sub-standard conditions and new guardrails where it is deemed necessary.
This project is an ongoing pavement resurfacing program of City streets with a goal of improving the overall pavement condition index for the City.
This project budget is to be used for projects that exceed the scope of the yearly overlay program and may require additional coordination with minor surface water improvement projects.
This project will evaluate, develop conceptual urban designs and create estimated costs for a program of coordinated capital improvements in the downtown area and include coordination with the design of the Newcastle Transit Center.
This project replaces deteriorating rock wall and upgrades a section of sidewalk along 118th Ave SE to current standards.
The City will conduct a study to evaluate widening of the north shoulder of SE 89th Place to accommodate bicyclists.
This project is for improvement activities for investigating and repairing minor storm water issues such as minor flooding or erosion problems, repair of minor system components and other miscellaneous unforeseen expenditures with respect to storm water management throughout the City.
This project will complete rehabilitation and/or reconstruction of storm water detention and water quality ponds within the City.
This project consists of placement of conifer trees in the stream corridor as recommended in the 2001 May Creek Action Plan. It will be staged over the next several years to provide manageable tasks for the staff.
This project will continue the on-going study of water quality in Lake Boren as recommended in the 1999 Storm and Surface Water Comprehensive Plan. Lake Boren is monitored by volunteers under the guidance of King County Department of Natural Resources.
This project is intended to control invasive plant species.
This project will identify specific storm water detention and water quality vaults within the City that require rehabilitation.
This project will fund right-of-way or easement acquisitions and construction to enhance the City’s trail network.
The City of Newcastle entered into an agreement with MacLeod Reckord to design a sports park facility at the old WSDOT property in Newcastle on SE 95th Way at the 126th block. Master Planning for the Sports Park Facility is nearing completion as the Preliminary Master Plan is being developed in more detail.
Currently planning process: Staff is focusing on refining the plan in order to present the Park Commission’s recommendation to City Council on December 2, 2008. Download: Project Schedule
To date the steering team, the Parks Commission, and the public have had the opportunity to provide feedback and direction on the development of the master plan for the sports park at several meetings.
The next opportunity to view and provide comment on the preliminary master plan for the sports park is at the November 12, 2008 Parks Commission Meeting at 6pm.
See the design of the preliminary master plan prepared by MacLeod Reckord:
Preliminary Master Plan
Enhanced Design Details (west and north)
Enhanced Design Details (east)
This project is the construction and installation of a few new City park signs that will coordinate the sign design/image used for City historical markets.
This project is for replacement of the chain link fence at Newcastle Cemetery with an ornamental steel fence appropriate for this Historic Landmark.
This project will provide historical signage for sites identified by The Historical Society.
This project is the design and construction of an improved maintenance facility at the existing maintenance site located at the northwest corner of Lake Boren Park.
