Bothell Sound

Community · Nov 13, 2024

Bothell Landing park concept plan was scheduled for Landmark Preservation Board review

The preferred concept plan for the Park at Bothell Landing improvements was scheduled for Landmark Preservation Board review on Nov. 13, 2024, with City Council review expected in early 2025. 1

What the records say

The preferred concept plan for the Park at Bothell Landing improvements was scheduled for review by the Landmark Preservation Board on Nov. 13, 2024, according to materials published ahead of the meeting. 1 The plan grew out of a public engagement process that included four open houses, two online surveys, and three pop-up events during 2024. 1

  • The preferred concept plan was scheduled for Landmark Preservation Board review on Nov. 13, 2024, followed by Park Board review on Nov. 14, 2024, and City Council review in January or February 2025. 1
  • The plan adds a skatepark, pumptrack, inclusive play area, water feature and event plaza, kayak and stand-up paddleboard rental with restrooms, a play beach, and an expanded lawn. 1
  • Historic improvements include accessibility upgrades to all buildings, Lytle House renovation, relocating the Beckstrom cabin out of the shoreline buffer, and new interpretive exhibits including Native American history. 1
  • Public engagement rated the Activity Focus concept highest, with support for nature trails, play, dog facilities, flexible open space, picnicking, and river access. 1

Why it matters

The Park at Bothell Landing sits along the Sammamish River near downtown Bothell. The proposed plan would add new recreation options for all ages, improve river access, and preserve and renovate the park's historic buildings. 1 Public feedback showed strong interest in universally accessible play, safe routes, and expanded programming, and the preferred concept's elements line up with those priorities. 1

What changed / what's next

  • A preferred concept plan for the park improvements was developed following public engagement in 2024. 1
  • The plan was scheduled for Landmark Preservation Board review on Nov. 13, 2024. 1
  • City Council review of the plan was scheduled for January or February 2025. 1
  • The available records do not establish the outcome of the Nov. 13, 2024 Landmark Preservation Board review.
  • The available records do not establish the meeting's outcome.