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Councilmembers: Brenda FincherDana Ralph•Dennis Higgins, Chair
Director: Timothy J. LaPorte, P.E.
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December 04, 2017
4:00 p.m.
Item Description Action Speaker Time Page
1. Call to Order -- Chair Higgins 01 --
2. Roll Call -- Chair Higgins 01 --
3. Changes to the Agenda -- Chair Higgins 01 --
4. Approval of November 20, 2017 Minutes -
Approve
YES None 03 03
5. Watershed Resource Inventory Area 8
Chinook Habitat Conservation Plan -
Recommend
YES Mike Mactutis 05 07
6. Info Only/Lower Lowest Russell Rd - Update NO Mike Mactutis 10 11
7. Meet Me on Meeker Design and Construction
Standards - Recommend
YES Hayley Bonsteel 15 13
8. Info Only/Naden Avenue Property – Potential
Local Improvement District (LID)
NO Tim LaPorte 10 135
9. Info Only/Snow & Ice Preparations - Update NO Bill Thomas 10 137
10. Info Only/640 Pressure Zone Update NO Bryan Bond 05 139
11. Info Only/Meeker Street Underpass Lighting NO Chad Bieren 05 141
12. Info Only/Mill Creek Neighborhood Parking NO Kelly Peterson 10 143
13. Info Only/Quiet Zone Update NO Kelly Peterson 05 145
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PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE Minutes City of Kent, WA
Summary Minutes
Date: November 20, 2017
Time: 4:00 p.m.
Place: Chambers East
1. Call to Order: The meeting was called to order at 4:03 p.m. by Committee
member Higgins.
2. Roll Call: Committee members, Dennis Higgins, Dana Ralph and Brenda
Fincher were present. Council member Higgins chaired the meeting.
Absent: N/A
3. Changes to the Agenda: No changes to the agenda
4. Approval of Minutes, Dated November 6, 2017
Committee member Fincher MOVED to approve the Minutes of November 6,
2017. The motion was SECONDED by Committee member Ralph and PASSED
3 - 0.
5. Acceptance of National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System
(NPDES) Storm Water Grant - Recommend
Laura Haren, Environmental Conservation Analyst (NPDES) Noted that the permit
allows the city to discharge stormwater to streams, rivers, and lakes as long as the
conditions of the permit are met. Public Works has been working to ensure that the
city implements stormwater management practices consistent with permit
requirements.
Haren noted that the City has been offered a $50,000.00 grant from the Department
of Ecology through its Local Government Stormwater Grants Program. Grant funds are
offered to assist the city in the implementation of the Phase II municipal stormwater
NPDES permit.
The funds can be used for data collection, updating stormwater regulations, source
control, public education and outreach, illegal discharges into the City’s stormwater
system, and other activities consistent with the NPDES permit program.
Committee member Ralph MOVED to recommend council authorize the Mayor
to sign the Washington State Department of Ecology Municipal Stormwater
Capacity Grant in the amount of $50,000 for the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System (NPDES) Program, subject to final terms and conditions
acceptable to the City Attorney and Public Works Director. The motion was
SECONDED by Committee member Fincher. The motion PASSED 3 - 0.
6. Renaming South 238th Street to Oberto Drive - Recommend
Chad Bieren, Deputy Public Works Director / City Engineer noted that Oberto, a Kent
business, requested that Mayor Cooke consider renaming South 238th Street from
West Valley Highway to the eastern terminus near SR 167 to honor Oberto’s 100th
Anniversary. Mayor Cooke believes renaming the street would be a fitting tribute to
commemorate Oberto’s contribution to the City and its 100 year anniversary.
Bieren noted that there are only a few businesses along 238th Street and all but one
business has been notified and has no problem with the name change. Staff will
continue to try to reach the Public Storage on S 238th Street to notify them of the
change.
Committee member Fincher MOVED to authorize council to Adopt Resolution
No. ___, renaming South 238th Street to Oberto Drive. The motion was
SECONDED by Committee member Ralph . The motion PASSED 3 - 0.
7. Information Only/Mill Creek Reestablishment - Update
Toby Hallock, Enviromental Engineer showed current pictures of Upper Mill Creek as
well as pictures of 76th Avenue and Kennebeck which are affected by excess sediment.
Hallock went over the permitting requirements for the project and what it includes;
removing accumulated sediment from Mill Creek in order to restore the original
channel capacity of the creek along with required mitigation. The project will help
reduce flood risk and drainage issues throughout the Kent Valley. Sediment removal
from the creek creates environmental impacts to wetlands and fish habitat requiring a
permit from the US Army Corps of Engineers.
In order to help mitigate environmental impacts, the project will also include planting
native vegetation along the creek where possible, construction of wetland mitigation
sites, and construction of sediment capture devices. We have consultants assisting with
permit requirements, mitigation plans, and sediment capture design among other
elements required by the permitting agencies. We have been working with the Corps
and other permitting agencies to keep the permit process moving.
8. Information Only/Reith Road & 253rd Analyses - Update
Kelly Peterson, Transportation Manager noted that at the September 18, 2017, Public
Works Committee Meeting, Mr. Tommy Mirante and Ms. Annette Pratt, Chair of the
West Hill Neighborhood Council, expressed concern about traffic safety at the
intersection of S. 253rd St and Reith Road.
The Public Works Committee requested staff analyze accident data to determine how
this intersection compares to the rest of the city with regards to accident frequency.
Staff reviewed five years of accident data from the Kent Police Department. Based on
frequency of accidents, the top 10 list of intersections has been developed and is
shown below. Accidents were only included if a police report was filed.
For the five years of data (2012 through 2017) eight accidents within two blocks of
the S 253rd St and Reith Road intersection were documented. To put this into context
the lowest number of accidents in the same time period for the top ten list was 71
accidents.
Annette Pratt noted that she appreciates what has been done. However, her concern
is more the traffic counts with Light Rail coming to the West Hill and the Meeker
Street Improvements. Kelly Peterson said that staff is in the process of updating our
TMP and that we will analyze potential impacts as part of that work.
9. Information Only/Meet Me on Meeker Design and Construction
Standards
Hayley Bonsteel, Senior Long Range Planner gave an update on the Meet Me on
Meeker draft design and construction standards. The proposed standards have
undergone extensive revisions since the first draft was presented in September. Staff
have worked collaboratively to resolve all comments and address internal and external
stakeholder needs.
The standards have been simplified and amended for the best balance of feasibility
with aspiration. The standards show a cross section that generally represents the “full
build” goal for Meeker, so that any major redevelopment will contribute to the Meet
Me on Meeker vision; only the areas between Washington Avenue and the underpass
(where there is a truly restrained existing condition with no chance of redevelopment
in the coming decades) show a reduced cross section representing the best
connectivity that can reasonably be expected given right of way constraints.
Prioritization has been developed to help guide case-by-case decisions on how to
implement the cross section while preserving the essence of the project.
The final draft represents staff’s best efforts to maximize the project goals for the
lowest possible future cost and have striven for a final product that truly balances the
needs for economic revitalization through increased investment with the fiscal realities
of construction and maintenance costs. For example, the pedestrian connector zones
were originally designed with individual pavers; these have been revised to a more
affordable cement concrete option. Additionally, lower maintenance installation
methods are recommended based on lessons learned from projects elsewhere in the
region.
The standards now also reflect the switch to historic streetscape elements at 4th
Avenue as well as the “transition zone” choices as per the Kent Downtown
Partnership’s comment letter, presented at the November 6th Public Works
Committee meeting.
Staff and consultants will be available at the November 20, Public Works Committee
meeting to share the final draft and answer questions.
10. Information Only/Quiet Zone
Chad Bieren, Deputy Public Works Director / City Engineer noted that the railroad
Quiet Zone Diagnostic visit with the Union Pacific (UP) and Burlington Northern Santa
Fe (BNSF) railroads were completed on November 14th and 15th, respectively. The field
visit for UP was consistent with past diagnostics. Were as the field visit with BNSF
included requests for extension improvements and was complicated by irresponsible
pedestrian behavior that was witnessed by diagnostic the team. Chair Higgins noted
that the interest in moving forward with the Quiet Zone remains and those
sentiments were echoed by Ralph and Fincher.
11. Information Only/ 132nd Street Walking Path
Tim LaPorte, Public Works Director noted that staff received notice from the
Transportation Improvement Board that they will provide 80% of the funding for the
132nd Avenue SE project from James Street to 248th Ave SE; the city will provide the
remaining 20% match of $160,000. The project is expected to be completed in a year.
13. Information Only/Public Works Accomplishments
Director LaPorte thanked Chair Higgins and the Committee for their support and
reviewed major accomplishments and milestones reached in 2017.
Adjournment: At 5:29 p.m., Committee Chair Higgins declared the meeting
adjourned.
Cheryl Viseth, Committee Secretary
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: November 21, 2016
TO: Public Works Committee
FROM: Michael Mactutis, P.E., Environmental Engineering Manager
THROUGH: Chad Bieren, P.E., Deputy Director / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Watershed Resource Inventory Area 8 Chinook Habitat
Conservation Plan - Recommend
MOTION: Move to recommend Council authorize a resolution ratifying, with
conditions, the Watershed Resource Inventory Area (WRIA) 8 Chinook Salmon
Conservation Plan, subject to final terms and conditions acceptable to the City
Attorney and Public Works Director.
SUMMARY: The Water Resource Inventory Area (WRIA) 8 watershed encompasses the
Lake Washington and Ship Canal Watershed including all of its tributaries, as well as
Puget Sound nearshore areas from the Ship Canal north to Mukilteo. The WRIA 8 Forum
has recently approved the Chinook Conservation Plan Update and forwarded it to
agencies for ratification. The City of Kent’s Clark Springs watershed is included in WRIA
8 and the city reviewed the plan. The intent of the plan is to provide recommendations
for actions to restore and protect salmon habitat as well as an approach to implementing
these actions over the next ten years.
The City would consider the plan when making management decisions in the Rock Creek
watershed. The City would not implement any plan requirement or goal if doing so
would threaten or harm the City’s ability to provide a safe, secure and adequate water
supply to its citizens.
Ratification of the Habitat Plan would convey the City’s support for using the goals,
processes, actions, funding and management approaches, and projects included in the
Plan.
EXHIBIT: Resolution
BUDGET IMPACT: None
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MEMORANDUM
To: Local Government Partners to the WRIA 8 Interlocal Agreement (ILA)
From: Jason Mulvihill-Kuntz, WRIA 8 Salmon Recovery Manager
Date: November 27, 2017
Subject: Ratification of 2017 Update to the Lake Washington/Cedar/Sammamish
Watershed (WRIA 8) Chinook Salmon Conservation Plan
RECOMMENDATION:
WRIA 8 Salmon Recovery Council has approved the final 10 -year update to the Lake
Washington/Cedar/Sammamish Watershed (WRIA 8) Chinook Salmon Conservation Plan, and
recommends individual WRIA 8 partner City/CountyCouncils ratify the WRIA 8 Plan update.
BACKGROUND:
In 1999, the federal government listed Puget Sound Chinook salmon as threatened under the
Endangered Species Act, which prompted local governments in the WRIA 8 watershed to
initiate a coordinated, watershed-scale partnership to recover salmon under an interlocal
agreement (ILA). The first ILA was initiated in 2001, updated in 2006, and most recently
updated again in 2015. The current ILA, among 28 local government partners, is in effect
through the end of December 2025.
Implementation of salmon recovery actions, including habitat restoration and programmatic
activities, is guided by the WRIA 8 Chinook Salmon Conservation Plan (WRIA 8 Plan), which was
originally completed in 2005, and ratified by each of the local government partners. Upon
approving the 2005 WRIA 8 Plan, the WRIA 8 Salmon Recovery Council set an initial 10-year
implementation period, ending in 2015, to assess progress to date and consider whether or not
to continue the watershed’s collaborative regional salmon recovery partnership.
With the renewal of the ILA in 2015, WRIA 8 ILA partners recommitted to coordinated Chinook
recovery in WRIA 8, and the Salmon Recovery Council directed WRIA 8 staff to initiate a 10-year
update to the WRIA 8 Plan. This update process commenced in late 2015 and early 2016. WRIA
8 staff worked with the Implementation and Technical committees, and other regional and local
stakeholders to inform the Plan update. The WRIA 8 Salmon Recovery Council received regular
briefings during the update process and approved the 10-year update to the WRIA 8 Plan in
September, 2017.
The 2017 Plan is an addendum to the 2005 Plan, but is also intended to serve as a stand -alone
document. As an addendum, the 2017 Plan continues themes and content discussed in the
2005 Plan, and incorporates new scientific information and lessons learned during the first 10
years of implementation.
Major updates to the conservation plan include:
Revised and updated list of habitat acquisition and restoration projects, to improve project
definitions, reduce duplication, and add new projects.
New habitat goals for five key habitat elements to better evaluate and report progress
towards achieving habitat restoration efforts.
Twenty new and updated habitat recovery strategies.
Revised and updated list of recommended land use actions and education and outreach
actions.
New monitoring and assessment plan that improves tracking and reporting on the Plan’s
implementation, and clearly defines adaptive management responses should the level of
implementation fall below identified benchmarks.
Since 2000, WRIA 8 partners have worked together to improve conditions for threatened
Chinook salmon, with the goal of bringing Chinook salmon back to sustainable, harvestable
levels. After over ten years of implementation, great progress has been made on many short-
term goals, but overall salmon population numbers are still far short of a level that would
consistently support sustainable runs for tribal and recreational fishing year-to-year and fulfill
treaty-guaranteed tribal fishing rights.
Similar to the original 2005 WRIA 8 Plan, the 2017 update to the Plan identifies priority actions
for partners and other entities to take to improve habitat conditions to support recovery of
Chinook salmon. The Plan update does not obligate partners to take action or change local
regulations, but it is intended to serve as the City/County’s plan for salmon habitat protection
and restoration and should inform other planning processes and regulatory updates.
TIMING OF RATIFICATION:
WRIA 8 staff plans to finalize ratification of the Plan update by all WRIA 8 ILA members by the
end of March 2018.
PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FFROM: Michael Mactutis, P.E., Environmental Engineering Manager
THROUGH: Chad Bieren, P.E., Deputy Public Works Director / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Information Only/Lower Lowest Russell Road Levee
Project - Update
SUMMARY: The Lower Russell Road Levee Project is being designed by King
County under the King County Flood Control District and in partnership with the
City of Kent. The project reaches from South 212th Street to South 228th Street,
involves a levee setback, relocation of Van Doren’s Park, and construction of
habitat features along the river.
Staff will provide an update on the project.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: None
INFORMATION ONLY/NO ACTION REQUIRED
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FROM: Hayley Bonsteel, Senior Long Range Planner
THROUGH: Meet Me on Meeker Design and Construction Standards
SUBJECT: Meet Me on Meeker Design and Construction Standards -
Recommend
SUMMARY: The Meet Me on Meeker draft design and construction standards have
undergone extensive revisions since the first draft was presented in September. Staff
has worked collaboratively to resolve all comments and address internal and external
stakeholder needs.
The standards have been simplified and amended for the best balance of practicality
with aspiration. The standards show a cross section that generally represents the “full
build” goal for Meeker, so that any major redevelopment will contribute fully to the
Meet Me on Meeker vision; only the areas between Washington Avenue and the Route
167 underpass (where there is a truly restrained existing condition with no chance of
redevelopment in the coming decades) show a reduced cross section representing the
best connectivity that can reasonably be expected given right of way constraints.
Across the corridor, not all projects will require the full build. Major redevelopment
would merit the full cross section as shown in the standards; limited redevelopment
would merit proportionally limited frontage improvements. Prioritization has been
developed to help guide case-by-case decisions on how to implement the cross section
while preserving the essence of the project.
The standards show enhanced streetscape elements that may result in increased
maintenance costs, compared to other city streets. Both privately maintained frontage
and publicly maintained frontage will benefit from cost-saving measures that have now
been identified and included in the standards. The final draft represents staff’s best
Motion: Move to recommend Council adopt an ordinance establishing a
design and construction overlay for the Meeker Street corridor, as provided
in the Meeker Street Streetscape Design and Construction Standards and as
presented by staff.
efforts to maximize the project goals for the lowest possible future cost and have
striven for a final product that truly balances the needs for economic revitalization
through increased investment with the fiscal realities of construction and maintenance
costs. For example, the pedestrian connector zones were originally designed with
individual pavers; these have been revised to a more affordable cement concrete
option. Additionally, lower maintenance installation methods are recommended based
on lessons learned from projects elsewhere in the region.
The standards now also reflect the switch to historic streetscape elements at 4th
Avenue as well as the “transition zone” choices as per the Kent Downtown
Partnership’s comment letter, presented at previous meetings and attached to this
memo. Also attached are comment letters from other stakeholders, as well as (in some
cases) city responses to the comments.
A public hearing was held on November 27, 2017, at the Land Use and Planning Board
(LUPB) meeting. The LUPB voted unanimously to recommend approval of the
ordinance and the Meeker Street Streetscape Design and Construction Standards. Staff
will be available at the December 4th meeting to go over the project at a high level,
summarize public comment, and answer questions.
EXHIBITS: Final Draft: Meeker Street Streetscape Design and Construction Standards
Draft Ordinance Adopting Meeker Street Streetscape Design and Construction Standard
SEPA Checklist and Decision Document
Kent Downtown Partnership Letter
Kent Bicycle Advisory Board Letter
Mel Roberts’ Comment Spreadsheet
WSDOT comment letters and response
BUDGET IMPACT: None
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DRAFT
Ben Wolters
Economic & Community Development Director
Hayley Bonsteel, AICP
Senior Planner
Tim LaPorte, PE
Public Works Director
Chad Bieren, PE
Deputy Director/City Engineer
Rob Brown, PE
Transportation Engineer
Kelly Peterson, AICP
Special Projects/Transportation Manager
Brian Levenhagen
Park Planner
John Davies, AICP, PTP
Senior Transportation Planner
Liz Gibson, PLA
Senior Landscape Architect
Sessyle Asato, PE
Senior Civil Engineer
Phuong Nguyen, PLA
Landscape Architect
DRAFT
Introduction
Purpose of this Document ......................................................................................7
How to use this Document .......................................................................................7
Streetscape Elements ...............................................................................................8
Streetscape Types
Streetscape Type A ..............................................................................................10
Streetscape Type B ................................................................................................12
Streetscape Type C ...............................................................................................14
Intersection Types
Mid-Block Crosswalks ...........................................................................................16
Minor Intersection/Crossing .................................................................................18
Significant Intersection ..........................................................................................20
Streetscape Zones
Pathway Zone ........................................................................................................22
Connector Zone .....................................................................................................23
Amenity Zone .........................................................................................................24
Amenity Cluster ......................................................................................................26
Buffer Zone ............................................................................................................27
Walk Zone .............................................................................................................28
Streetscape Standards
Hardscape Standards
Cement Concrete Sidewalk ...............................................................................30
Precast Concrete Pavers ....................................................................................31
Linear Stamped Concrete ..................................................................................31
Cement Concrete Crosswalk .............................................................................32
ADA Detectable Warning Surface ..................................................................32
Features and Signage Standards
Gateway and Public Art Features ....................................................................33
Wayfinding Signs ..............................................................................................33
Illumination Standards
Pedestrian & Street Lighting .............................................................................34
Accent Lighting (Columns and Bollards) .........................................................35
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DRAFT
Introduction
Purpose of this Document ......................................................................................7
How to use this Document .......................................................................................7
Streetscape Elements ...............................................................................................8
Streetscape Types
Streetscape Type A ..............................................................................................10
Streetscape Type B ................................................................................................12
Streetscape Type C ...............................................................................................14
Intersection Types
Mid-Block Crosswalks ...........................................................................................16
Minor Intersection/Crossing .................................................................................18
Significant Intersection ..........................................................................................20
Streetscape Zones
Pathway Zone ........................................................................................................22
Connector Zone .....................................................................................................23
Amenity Zone .........................................................................................................24
Amenity Cluster ......................................................................................................26
Buffer Zone ............................................................................................................27
Walk Zone .............................................................................................................28
Streetscape Standards
Hardscape Standards
Cement Concrete Sidewalk ...............................................................................30
Precast Concrete Pavers ....................................................................................31
Linear Stamped Concrete ..................................................................................31
Cement Concrete Crosswalk .............................................................................32
ADA Detectable Warning Surface ..................................................................32
Features and Signage Standards
Gateway and Public Art Features ....................................................................33
Wayfinding Signs ..............................................................................................33
Illumination Standards
Pedestrian & Street Lighting .............................................................................34
Accent Lighting (Columns and Bollards) .........................................................35
Site Furniture Standards
Decorative Bollards ...........................................................................................36
Standard Benches .............................................................................................37
Modular Benches ................................................................................................38
Receptacles ..........................................................................................................39
Bicycle Racks .......................................................................................................40
Freestanding Planters .........................................................................................41
Utility Standards
Tree Grates .........................................................................................................42
Trench Drain Grates ...........................................................................................42
Catch Basin Grates ............................................................................................42
Pole Banners ........................................................................................................42
Decorative Utility Covers ..................................................................................43
Utility Boxes ........................................................................................................43
Formliner Patterns ..............................................................................................44
Landscape Standards
Street Trees ........................................................................................................45
Accent Trees .......................................................................................................46
Planters ...............................................................................................................47
Planted Roadway Medians................................................................................49
Low-Impact Development (LID) ........................................................................50
Appendix A: Plant Photos........................................................................................52
Appendix B: Meeker Street Construction Standards ..........................................57
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DESIGN PRINCIPLES
• Attract and support pedestrian activity
• Create character and a sense of place and community
• Humanize the street corridor
• Design for aesthetics as well as function
• Create a safe environment for all age groups, all users,
pedestrians and bicyclists
• Utilize sustainable options
INTRODUCTION WHAT IS A STREETSCAPE?
Streetscape: the appearance or view of a street.
street·scape noun \’strēt-,skāp\ Source: merriam-webster.com
Along the Meeker Street corridor this area includes, but is not
limited to, the sidewalk surface, medians, crosswalks, street trees,
bike facilities, lighting and site furnishings. Site furnishings can
include, but are not limited to, benches, planters, tree grates, litter
and recycling receptacles, bicycle racks, transit shelters, newsstands,
bollards and banners. The sidewalk surface generally runs from
the building face to the street curb and may include public plazas.
DESIGN
The streetscape for the Meeker Street design
offers a stimulating urban environment with mix
of contemporary aesthetics, diverse playfulness,
interactive pedestrian themes and bike facilities,
utilizing durable, low-maintenance materials
and following low-impact development
principles where possible. The Streetscape Plan
classifies the different street segments by design ‘types’ that reflect the character
of the area in which they are located, with overlays to address the treatment of
significant intersections. With careful implementation, the Streetscape Plan will create
a unique corridor for the City of Kent, providing an attractive, safe and multi-modal
environment, for pedestrians and bicyclists.
There are two emerging themes mixed together throughout the corridor; Innovation
and Multicultural. The Innovation theme builds upon the City of Kent’s historical and
emerging role as a leader in the high-technology industries. Streetscape elements
relating to this theme would be contemporary, interactive, informative and playful and
include modern lighting features, interpretive displays, and public art installations. The
Multicultural theme celebrates the wide range of cultures and people that make up the
City of Kent. Streetscape elements relating to this theme would be diversely flexible,
inviting, stimulating, and engaging and include multicolored as well as mixed-material
paving, colorful lighting, flexible seating, cultural art pieces, and community-oriented
displays.
diverse
inviting
stimulating
engaging
contemporary
interactive
informative
playful
DRAFT
MEEKER STREET STREETSCAPE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION STANDARDS
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PURPOSE OF THIS DOCUMENT
HOW TO USE THIS DOCUMENT
STEP 1.Locate the project on the Corridor Diagram
(page 9) to determine which Streetscape
Type(s) applies.
STEP 2.Use the Key to locate the page(s) specific
to the relevant Streetscape Type(s).
STEP 3.Take a look at the plan- and section-view
graphics; they illustrate which Streetscape
Elements are required (or optional) for
a given Streetscape Type and provide
basic information on location, quantity
and/or spacing.
STEP 5.The Meeker Street Streetscape Standards
page(s) for each Streetscape Element
provides detailed specifications (for
standard items) or characteristics (for
custom items), as well as photos/graphics
and specific information on location,
quantity and spacing requirements.
STEP 6.Review the Appendices for references
to relevant Construction Standards and
photos of trees and plants.
STEP 4.Use the lime green bubbles,
and the Key, to locate the
page(s) specific to the relevant
Streetscape Elements.
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STEP 7.DON’T FORGET! This document is
for guidance only; all roadway and
streetscape designs must be approved by
the City of Kent.
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This document provides guidance for City staff,
property owners/developers and engineering and
design consultants for the design and construction
of the Meeker Street Streetscape.
The Standards included in this document
demonstrates the City’s vision for the full build-
out of Meeker Street. Individual frontage
improvements shall be adjusted at the discretion
of the City to proportionately reflect the level of
proposed development or redevelopment by the
applicant.
Any improvement project along Meeker Street will
go through a review and official approval process
by City staff prior to construction installation.
The Standards will also insure over time that
the Meeker Street streetscape design, including
the materials and furnishings used, will create
an attractive yet cohesive look and feel for the
corridor. These highly visible infrastructure and
streetscape improvements are vital to the success of
Meeker Street, providing spaces for the everyday
interaction of people, community events, and for
development of adjoining private property.
The Standards will help advance the revitalization
process, create safer public spaces, and generate
a greater sense of community pride and economic
vitality.
This document establishes a distinct set of
guidelines for the Meeker Street corridor urban
design, superseding those portions of the City of
Kent Downtown Design Guidelines related to the
sidewalk and streetscape treatment, as well as all
other previous City of Kent visioning documents,
for this corridor from Kent-Des Moines Road to 4th
Avenue. The Downtown Overlay in the Design and
Construction Standards applies to Meeker Street
between 4th Avenue and Central Avenue.
Meeker Street has been identified as a RapidRide
corridor in the KC Metro Transit long range plan
for 2025 (RT 1056) and 2040 (RTs 1056 & 1515).
Integration of civil elements related to current
Metro bus stops and future RapidRide stops into
the urban design for streetscapes will be required,
and subject to review and approval by City
Staff. For additional details refer to KC Metro’s
requirements for landing pad spacing, pavement
type, shelter pad paving, as well as the KC Metro
Draft Route Facilities RapidRide design document
for additional details on RapidRide requirements.
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ABBREVIATIONS
• Approx. .....................................Approximately
• Dia. .....................................................Diameter
• Ht. ...........................................................Height
• Max. ..................................................Maximum
• Min. .....................................................Minimum
• Typ . .......................................................Typical
• O.C . .......................................................O n-Center
• O.D. .......................................Outside Diameter
• I.D. ...........................................Inside Diameter
STREETSCAPE ELEMENTS
The proposed design for Meeker Street would create new improvements along the north and south sides of the street.
The north side would be improved with wide sidewalks, a landscaped buffer/amenity zone and on-street parking. The
south side would feature a multi-modal promenade that extends from the Green River Trail to 6th Avenue S., which will
then transition into the core downtown street section. Gowe Street is envisioned as the bicycle-oriented corridor connection
through the downtown area. The proposed design would include the following elements:
Multi-Modal Promenade
The Buffer Zone, Amenity Zone, Pathway Zone and Walk
Zone combine to create a single Multi-Modal Promenade
This concept provides an attractive, pedestrian-scaled
feature that would be used by a mix of users including
bicyclists, strollers, dog walkers and runners. The
Promenade is a flexible space and could accommodate
festivals and other events.
Amenity Zone (3’-5’ width)
The proposed promenade incorporates amenity zones
within a 4’-5’ continuous linear amenity area. These
will include design elements such as: pedestrian-scaled
lighting, accent lighting, bicycle parking, benches, custom
seating, trash receptacles, interpretive signs, wayfinding
signage, and public art. Landscaping and street trees are
included in these zones and nodes could be developed to
allow for outdoor dining or other activities.
Connector Zone (6’ width)
Sidewalk areas that provide cut-thru connection from
on-street parking to the walk zone areas for pedestrian
circulation and access to businesses.
Buffer Zone (3.5’-4’ width)
Provides areas that separate pedestrian pathways from
moving traffic. This zone could contain street trees, lighting,
site furniture and landscaped areas.
Walk Zone (5’-8’ width)
Sidewalk areas that provide for pedestrian circulation
and access to businesses.
Pathway Zone (10’ width)
Two-way path can be used as a walkway, for bicycle
travel, and for parents with strollers.
On-Street Parking
Provides convenient parking to businesses and a buffer
between the multi-modal promenade and from the
vehicle traffic on Meeker Street.
Planted Center Medians
Provides left turn pockets for turning traffic or landscaped
areas where turn lanes are not needed. They can also
provide pedestrian refuges for mid-block crossing areas.
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{ MEEKER STREET } STREETSCAPE TYPES
Streetscape Type A ............................................pg. 10
Streetscape Type B ............................................pg. 12
Streetscape Type C ............................................pg. 14
Current Downtown Overlay Standards .................NA
Mid-Block Crosswalk ..........................................pg. 24
Minor Intersection/Mid-Block Crosswalk.........pg. 26
Significant Intersection ........................................pg. 28
Multi-Modal Promenade ............................ pg. 22-28
Pathway Zone ...................................................pg. 22
Connector Zone .................................................pg. 23
Amenity Zone ....................................................pg. 24
Amenity Cluster .................................................pg. 26
Buffer Zone ........................................................pg. 27
Walk Zone .........................................................pg. 28
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STREETSCAPE TYPES | STREETSCAPE TYPE A
(WITH MEDIAN WHERE APPLICABLE)
Streetscape Type A creates a visible pedestrian-oriented street experience by creating an east/
west connection through to the heart of the corridor with slower moving traffic, on-street parking and
features that will encourage safer pedestrian and bicycle usage.
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see page 28
Pathway Zone,
see page 22
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Amenity Zone,
see page 24
Walk Zone,
see page 28 Connector Zone,
see page 23
Amenity Cluster,
see page 26
NOTE: This plan illustrates a typical 3-lane roadway section
which can increase to 5 lanes at points along the corridor.
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NOTE: Layout shown is for illustrative purposes only; see Streetscape Zones (page 22-28) for hardscape requirements
and additional required streetscape elements within each zone. Actual roadway and streetscape designs to be
approved by the City of Kent; all construction details shall be per current City of Kent standard details and applicable
Meeker Street Construction Standards, Appendix B.
STREETSCAPE TYPES | STREETSCAPE TYPE A
(WITH MEDIAN WHERE APPLICABLE)
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KEY | STREETSCAPE TYPE A ELEMENTS
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Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ....................................................................pg. 34
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ................................... ........................................pg. 34
Decorative Utility Covers* (as required within sidewalk paving) ..................................................pg. 43
Street Tree, typ. ..................................................................................... ........................................pg. 45
Accent Tree, typ. .............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
Planted Roadway Median ..............................................................................................................pg. 49
* Not shown
3.5’
Buffer
Zone
8’
Walk
Zone
12’ Sidewalk
Roadway
(on-street parking, center medians,
turn and travel lanes; see note)
4.5’
Buffer
Zone
6’
Walk
Zone
25’ Promenade
6” Curb 6” Curb 10’
Pathway
4’
Amenity
Zone
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Building
Face Building
Face
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STREETSCAPE TYPES | STREETSCAPE TYPE B
(BETWEEN WASHINGTON AVENUE AND SR-167)
Streetscape Type B provides a reduced promenade section between east of the Washington Avenue
South intersection and the SR-167 overpass, to accomodate existing businesses and limited ROW.
The multi-modal promenade is continued through this section on the south side with the Pathway and
Walk Zone .
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Element number; see key
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Walk Zone,
see page 28
Pathway Zone,
see page 22
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Amenity Zone,
see page 24
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Amenity Cluster,
see page 26
Connector Zone,
see page 23
Amenity Cluster,
see page 26
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STREETSCAPE TYPES | STREETSCAPE TYPE B
(BETWEEN WASHINGTON AVENUE AND SR-167)
NOTE: Minimum required dimensions shown, where feasible the full buildout standard section shall be implemented,
or at the discretion of the City. Layout shown is for illustrative purposes only; see Streetscape Zones (page 22-28)
for hardscape requirements and additional required streetscape elements within each zone. Actual roadway and
streetscape designs to be approved by the City of Kent; all construction details shall be per current City of Kent
standard details and applicable Meeker Street Construction Standards, Appendix B.
KEY | STREETSCAPE TYPE B ELEMENTS
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Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ....................................................................pg. 34
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ................................... ........................................pg. 34
Decorative Utility Covers* (as required within sidewalk paving) ..................................................pg. 43
Street Tree, typ. ..................................................................................... ........................................pg. 45
Accent Tree, typ. .............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
Planted Roadway Median ..............................................................................................................pg. 49
* Not shown
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Roadway
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3.5’
Buffer
Zone
8’
Walk
Zone
12’ Sidewalk
Roadway
(travel lanes, on-street parking; see note)
2.5’
Buffer
Zone
5’
Walk
Zone
20’ Min.
Promenade
10’
Pathway
2’
Amenity
Zone
6” Curb 6” Curb
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STREETSCAPE TYPES | STREETSCAPE TYPE C
(BETWEEN 6TH AVENUE AND 4TH AVENUE)
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The Streetscape Type C section illustrates the Downtown section with sidewalks on both sides and
on-street parallel parking.
#
Indicates Streetscape
Element number; see key
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Roadway
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Walk Zone,
see page 28
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Amenity Cluster,
see page 26
Amenity Cluster,
see page 26
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STREETSCAPE TYPES | STREETSCAPE TYPE C
(BETWEEN 6TH AVENUE AND 4TH AVENUE)
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3.5’
Buffer
Zone
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Walk
Zone
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Roadway
(travel lanes, on-street parking; see note)
3.5’
Buffer
Zone
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Walk
Zone
12’ Sidewalk
6”Curb 6” Curb
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24
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NOTE: Layout shown is for illustrative purposes only; see Streetscape Zones (page 22-28) for hardscape requirements
and additional required streetscape elements within each zone. Actual roadway and streetscape designs to be
approved by the City of Kent; all construction details shall be per current City of Kent standard details and applicable
Meeker Street Construction Standards, Appendix B.
KEY | STREETSCAPE TYPE C ELEMENTS
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Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ....................................................................pg. 34
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ................................... ........................................pg. 34
Decorative Utility Covers* (as required within sidewalk paving) ..................................................pg. 43
Street Tree, typ. ..................................................................................... ........................................pg. 45
Accent Tree, typ. .............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 49
* Not shown
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INTERSECTION TYPES | MID-BLOCK CROSSWALK - RAISED
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Mid-Block Crossings create highly-visible crossing locations that facilitate pedestrian activity. Crossings
should be raised to provide traffic calming.
2d 2b
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Pathway Zone,
see page 22
Connector
Zone, see
page 23
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Amenity Zone,
see page 24
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Asphalt
Roadway
NOTE: Layout shown is for illustrative purposes only and shows only the streetscape elements required at the Mid-
Block Crossings; see Streetscape Zones (page 22-28) for additional required streetscape elements within each zone.
Actual roadway and streetscape designs to be approved by the City of Kent; all construction details shall be per
current City of Kent standard details and applicable Meeker Street Construction Standards, Appendix B.
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KEY | MID-BLOCK CROSSWALK ELEMENTS
2’x2’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk ......................................................................................pg. 30
Linear Accent Paver Band ...............................................................................................................pg. 31
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
Hexagon Pavers ..............................................................................................................................pg. 31
Cement Concrete Crosswalk ...........................................................................................................pg. 32
ADA Detectable Warning Surface, typ. ........................................................................................pg. 32
Wayfinding Sign, typ. (design and location TBD) ........................................................................pg. 33
Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ....................................................................pg. 34
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ............................................................................pg. 34
Accent Bollard Lighting, typ. ..........................................................................................................pg. 35
Modular Bench, typ. ........................................................................................................................pg. 38
Decorative Utility Covers* (as required within sidewalk paving) ..................................................pg. 43
Street Tree, typ. ..............................................................................................................................pg. 45
Accent Tree, typ ..............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
Planted Roadway Median (where possible) ...................................................................................pg. 49
* Not shown
2b
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INTERSECTION TYPES | MID-BLOCK CROSSWALK - RAISED
Examples of mid-block crosswalks and raised crosswalks
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INTERSECTION TYPES | MINOR INTERSECTION/CROSSING - RAISED/CURBLESS
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Indicates Streetscape
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NOTE: Layout shown is for illustrative purposes only and shows only the streetscape elements required at the Mid-
Block Crossings; see Streetscape Zones (page 22-28) for additional required streetscape elements within each zone.
Actual roadway and streetscape designs to be approved by the City of Kent; all construction details shall be per
current City of Kent standard details and applicable Meeker Street Construction Standards, Appendix B.
Minor Intersections/Crossings are located at minor intersections along Meeker Street where multiple
levels of cross traffic co-mingle. The raised intersection and curbless corners better facilitate various
movements for both bicycles and pedestrians.
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Raised
Concrete
Intersection
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Pathway Zone,
see page 22
Asphalt
Roadway
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Connector Zone,
see page 23
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KEY | MINOR INTERSECTION/CROSSING ELEMENTS
Examples of treatments including, roadway lighting, seating, sidewalk treatments and landscaped planters
2’x2’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk ......................................................................................pg. 30
Colored Cement Concrete Band.....................................................................................................pg. 30
Square Accent Pavers .....................................................................................................................pg. 31
Linear Accent Paver Band ...............................................................................................................pg. 31
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
Hexagon Pavers ..............................................................................................................................pg. 31
Cement Concrete Crosswalk ...........................................................................................................pg. 32
ADA Detectable Warning Surface, typ. ........................................................................................pg. 32
Wayfinding Sign, typ. (design and location TBD) ........................................................................pg. 33
Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ....................................................................pg. 34
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ............................................................................pg. 34
Accent Column Lighting, typ. ..........................................................................................................pg. 35
Heavy Duty Bollard, typ. ................................................................................................................pg. 36
Modular Bench, typ. (optional alternate to standard) ..................................................................pg. 38
Freestanding Planter, typ. ..............................................................................................................pg. 41
Decorative Utility Covers* (as required within sidewalk paving) ..................................................pg. 43
Utility Boxes, typ. (as required) .....................................................................................................pg. 43
Accent Tree, typ ..............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
* Not shown
1d
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INTERSECTION TYPES | MINOR INTERSECTION/CROSSING - RAISED/CURBLESS
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Significant Intersections are located along Meeker Street at Russell Road, 64th Avenue, Washington
Avenue and Lincoln Avenue. These signalized intersections accommodate larger volumes of vehicular
traffic as well as alternative modes of transportation circulating through the space.
INTERSECTION TYPES | SIGNIFICANT INTERSECTION
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Element number; see key
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Pathway Zone,
see page 22
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Asphalt
Roadway
Asphalt
Intersection
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Amenity Zone,
see page 24
2b
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NOTE: Layout shown is for illustrative purposes only and shows only the streetscape elements required at the Mid-
Block Crossings; see Streetscape Zones (page 22-28) for additional required streetscape elements within each zone.
Actual roadway and streetscape designs to be approved by the City of Kent; all construction details shall be per
current City of Kent standard details and applicable Meeker Street Construction Standards, Appendix B.
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2’x2’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk ......................................................................................pg. 30
Colored Cement Concrete Band.....................................................................................................pg. 30
Square Accent Pavers .....................................................................................................................pg. 31
Linear Accent Paver Band ...............................................................................................................pg. 31
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
Hexagon Pavers ..............................................................................................................................pg. 31
Cement Concrete Crosswalk ...........................................................................................................pg. 32
ADA Detectable Warning Surface, typ. ........................................................................................pg. 32
Wayfinding Sign, typ. (design and location TBD) ........................................................................pg. 33
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ............................................................................pg. 34
Accent Column Lighting, typ. ..........................................................................................................pg. 35
Modular Bench, typ. (optional alternate to standard) ..................................................................pg. 38
Freestanding Planter, typ. ..............................................................................................................pg. 41
Decorative Utility Covers* (as required within sidewalk paving) ..................................................pg. 43
Utility Boxes, typ. (as required) .....................................................................................................pg. 43
Accent Tree, typ ..............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
* Not shown
Examples of significant intersection treatments including, public art, seating, potted and landscaped planters
INTERSECTION TYPES | SIGNIFICANT INTERSECTION
KEY | SIGNIFICANT INTERSECTION ELEMENTS
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Example of a multi-modal pathway within an urban setting
STREETSCAPE ZONES | PATHWAY ZONE
PATHWAY ZONE LOCATION
• The Pathway runs along the south side of the
Meeker Street corridor, from the Green River
Bridge to 6th Avenue.
KEY | PATHWAY ZONE ELEMENTS
4’x4’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk ......................................................................................pg. 30
Colored Cement Concrete Band.....................................................................................................pg. 30
Linear Accent Paver Band ...............................................................................................................pg. 31
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
1a
2b
2c
1d
PATHWAY ZONE SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Scored Cement Concrete, Precast
Concrete Pavers and Stamped Concrete.
• Width: 10’-0”
2b 1a 1d
1d 2c Connector Zone,
see page 23
A key element along the Meeker Street corridor is the Pathway Zone which
is designed to accommodate a mix of users, including pedestrians, bicyclists
and strollers.
#
Indicates Streetscape
Element number; see key
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Example of a multi-modal promenade pathway
CONNECTOR ZONE LOCATIONS
• Connector Zones are required across the Pathway
STREETSCAPE ZONES | PATHWAY ZONE
CONNECTOR ZONE SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Linear Stamped Concrete
• Width: 6’-0”
• Length: Varies based on distance from curbline to
edge of Walk Zone
• Spacing: One (1) Connector Zone shall be located
approximately every 60’-0” to 100”-0” O.C. along
the length of each block; coordinate locations with
Amenity Clusters and on-street parking stalls
• Alignment: 60-degree angle to back of curb
STREETSCAPE ZONES | CONNECTOR ZONE
Connector Zones provide a marked cut-through across the Pathway for pedestrians to cross from
on-street parking to the Walk Zone or from the Walk Zone to adjacent businesses.
KEY | CONNECTOR ZONE ELEMENTS
Linear Accent Paver Band [within Pathway Zone] .........................................................................pg. 31
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
2b
2c
2b
Walk Zone,
see page 28
Pathway Zone,
see page 22
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STREETSCAPE ZONES | AMENITY ZONE
The Amenity Zone separates the Pathway from the Walk Zone, providing a
space for pedestrian-friendly amenities including seating, lighting, bicycle
parking, receptacles, plantings, accent trees, signage and public art.
#
Indicates Streetscape
Element number; see key
23 1412 624151092c13
AMENITY ZONE LOCATION
• The Amenity Zone runs along the south side of the
Meeker Street corridor, from the Green River bridge
to 6th Avenue
AMENITY ZONE SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Scored Cement Concrete, Linear
Stamped Concrete
• Width: 5’-0” (2’-0” in Streetscape B only)
Connector Zone,
see page 23
Amenity Cluster,
see page 26
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Example of amenity zone with freestanding planters, trees, tables, chairs, accent lighting and receptacles
STREETSCAPE ZONES | AMENITY ZONE
KEY | AMENITY ZONE ELEMENTS
2’x2’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk ......................................................................................pg. 30
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ......................................................................pg. 34
Accent Bollard Lighting (optional) .................................................................................................pg. 35
Decorative Bollard (optional) .........................................................................................................pg. 36
Standard Bench [within Amenity Cluster] .................................................................................................pg. 37
Modular Bench (optional alternate to standard) ...........................................................................pg. 38
Receptacle [within Amenity Cluster] ................................................................................................pg. 39
Bicycle Rack [within Amenity Cluster] ......................................................................................................pg. 40
Freestanding Planter (optional)* ....................................................................................................pg. 41
Accent Tree, typ ..............................................................................................................................pg. 46
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
* Not shown
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AMENITY CLUSTER SPECIFICATIONS
• Spacing:
• One (1) Amenity Cluster shall be located at radius return of each Minor Intersection/
Crosswalks and Significant Intersections (including future/planned intersections)
• Two (2) Amenity Clusters shall be located at each Mid-Block Crossing
• One (1) Amenity Cluster shall be located every 90’-0” to 120”-0” O.C. along the
length of each block (see below)
• Length: 20’-0” min.
STREETSCAPE ZONES | AMENITY CLUSTER
Examples of amenity clusters
AMENITY CLUSTER TYPICAL SPACING
Amenity
Cluster typ.
Sidewalk
radius
return
radius
return
mid-block
crossing
90’20’20’90’ 90’90’90’90’
~750’ block
Sidewalk
100’
~180’ block
Amenity
Cluster, typ.
Sidewalk
120’120’
~430’ block
120’Amenity
Cluster, typ.
AMENITY CLUSTER LOCATIONS
• Amenity Clusters are required with the Amenity
Zone (south side of Meeker Street) and the
Buffer Zone (north side of Meeker Street)
KEY | AMENITY CLUSTER ELEMENTS
Standard Bench [one (1) each min. per Amenity Cluster] ......................................................................pg. 37
Modular Bench (optional alternate to standard) ...........................................................................pg. 38
Receptacle [one (1) each min. per Amenity Cluster; at least one w/in 30’ of intersection] ............pg. 39
Bicycle Rack [two (2) min. per block; at least one w/in 30’ of intersection] ...................................pg. 40
Freestanding Planter (optional) .....................................................................................................pg. 41
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Amenity Clusters are located at frequent intervals along the corridor and at
intersections and include pedestrian friendly site furnishings
#
Indicates Streetscape
Element number; see key
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STREETSCAPE ZONES | BUFFER ZONE
The Buffer Zone separates pedestrians and bicyclists from the roadway with planters, street
trees, lighting and site furnishings.
BUFFER ZONE LOCATIONS
• The Buffer Zone runs along the curbline
on both sides of the Meeker Street
corridor from the Green River bridge to
Central Avenue
BUFFER ZONE SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Scored Cement
Concrete, Precast Concrete Pavers
• Width: 3’-0” to 4’-6” (see plans)
KEY | BUFFER ZONE ELEMENTS
1’x1’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk .......................................................................................pg. 30
Linear Stamped Concrete [within Connector Zone] ......................................................................pg. 31
Pedestrian Lighting, typ. [60’-80’ O.C., staggered] ......................................................................pg. 34
Street Lighting, typ. [70’-90’ O.C., staggered] ............................................................................pg. 34
Standard Bench [within Amenity Cluster on north side] .........................................................................pg. 37
Modular Bench* (optional alternate to standard) .........................................................................pg. 38
Receptacle* [within Amenity Cluster on north side] .........................................................................pg. 39
Bicycle Rack [within Amenity Cluster on north side] ..............................................................................pg. 40
Freestanding Planter (optional) .....................................................................................................pg. 41
Street Tree, typ. ..............................................................................................................................pg. 45
Planter, typ. .....................................................................................................................................pg. 47
* Not shown
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Connector Zone,
see page 23
SOUTH SIDE
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Walk Zone,
see page 28
NORTH SIDE
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WALK ZONE SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Scored Cement Concrete
• Width: 5’-0” to 6’-0” on the South Side,
8’-0” including Cement Concrete Band and
Linear Accent Paver Band on the North
Side (see plans)
STREETSCAPE ZONES | WALK ZONE
WALK ZONE LOCATION
• The Walk Zone runs along both sides of Meeker
Street from the Green River bridge to Central
Avenue
The Walk Zone is a traditional sidewalk that provides pedestrian circulation
along the corridor and access to businesses.
#
Indicates Streetscape
Element number; see key
KEY | WALK ZONE ELEMENTS
2’x2’ Scored Cement Concrete Sidewalk ......................................................................................pg. 30
Colored Cement Concrete Band* ...................................................................................................pg. 30
Linear Accent Paver Band ...............................................................................................................pg. 31
*Note: Colored Cement Concrete Band on North Side of Meeker, along Walk Zone shall not be
colored. Band shall be Plain Cement Concrete, typ.
1b
1bSOUTH SIDE
Buffer Zone,
see page 27
NORTH SIDE
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{ MEEKER STREET } STREETSCAPE STANDARDS
STREETSCAPE STANDARDS
Hardscape Treatment ...............................pg. 30
Features & Signage .................................pg. 33
Illumination................................................pg. 34
Street Furniture ..........................................pg. 36
Utility.........................................................pg. 43
Retaining Wall ..........................................pg. 44
Landscape .................................................pg. 45
NOTE: Approved equal products shall match the
same aesthetic, look, feel, quality, materiality,
and durability of the standards specified herein.
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HARDSCAPE TREATMENT | CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK 1
4’ X 4’ SCORED CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK
4’ x 4’ sidewlk scoring is typical at the following locations:
Pathway Zone (all Streetscape Types)
• Pattern: 4’-0” x 4’-0” grid sawcut scoring
• Alignment: Perpendicular and parallel to back of curb
• Concrete Color: Natural gray
NOTE: Approved equal products
shall match the same aesthetic,
look, feel, quality, materiality,
and durability of the standards
specified herein.
COLORED CEMENT CONCRETE BAND
1’ X 1’ SCORED CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK
1’ x 1’ sidewlk scoring is typical at the following locations:
Buffer Zone (all Streetscape Types), Mid-Block Crosswalks,
Minor Intersections/Crossings and Significant Intersections
• Pattern: 1’-0” x 1’-0” grid sawcut scoring
• Alignment: Perpendicular and parallel to back of curb
• Concrete Color: Natural gray
Colored Cement Concrete Band is typical at the following locations:
Along both sides of Pathway (all Streetscape Types) and at Minor
Intersections/Crossings, and Significant Intersections
• Width: 1’-0”
• Alignment: Perpendicular and parallel to both sides of Pathway
• Concrete Color: “Dark Gray” by Davis Color, or approved equal
2’ X 2’ SCORED CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK
2’ x 2’ sidewlk scoring is typical at the following locations:
Walk Zone and Amenity Zones
• Pattern: 2’-0” x 2’-0” grid sawcut scoring
• Alignment: Perpendicular and parallel to back of curb
• Concrete Color: Natural gray
CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: 3,000 psi cement concrete
• Joints: 1/8” width x 1/2” deep sawcuts
• Finish: Medium Broom Finish
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SQUARE ACCENT PAVERS
HARDSCAPE TREATMENT | PRECAST CONCRETE PAVERS 2
Square Accent Pavers are required at the
following locations: Minor Intersections/Crossings
and Significant Intersections (see plans)
• Manufacturer: Stepstone Inc.
• Model: Pavers
• Size: 12” x 12” x 4” tall
• Color (Left to Right): Almond #1406, Expresso
Brown #1808, Caramel #1810, Iceberg Green
#1805, Agave #1812, Granada White #1801
• Installation Type: Mortar set on concrete rat slab
LINEAR ACCENT PAVER BAND
Linear Accent Pavers are required at the
following locations: Centerline of Pathway Zone
(all Streetscape Types) and between Walk Zone
and Buffer Zone (north side of roadway only; see
plans)
• Manufacturer: Stepstone Inc.
• Model: Narrow Modular Pavers
• Size: 3” wide x 12” long x 4” tall (double row)
• Color (Left to Right): Almond #1406, Expresso
Brown #1808, Caramel #1810, Iceberg Green
#1805, Agave #1812, Granada White #1801
• Installation Type: Mortar set on concrete rat slab
NOTE: Approved equal products shall
match the same aesthetic, look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability of
the standards specified herein.
HEXAGON PAVERS
Hexagon Pavers are required at the following
locations: Planters at Mid-Block Crosswalks,
Minor Intersections/Crossings, and Significant
Intersections (see plans)
• Manufacturer: Tectura Designs
• Model: P12
• Size: 13-9/16” wide x 2” tall hexagon
• Color: Shades of warm gray, light gray, light beige
• Installation Type: Mortar set on concrete rat slab
2d
2b
LINEAR STAMPED CONCRETE
Linear Stamped Concrete is required at the
following locations: Connector Zones (see plans)
• Manufacturer: Scofield
• Stamp Pattern: Pine Interlocking Plank
• Material: 3,000 psi cement concrete
• Stamping Tool: Surface texture is that of
lightly sandblasted pine
boards. Edges are beveled
along the length of each
board. Ends are saw-cut.
Corners are square.
• Installation Type: Stamped
concrete
• Size: 6” wide x 24” long; 6”
wide x 48” long; 1/8” “grout”
joints
• Concrete Color: Natural gray
2c
2a
PRECAST CONCRETE PAVER GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Material: Precast cement concrete
• Joints: 1/8” wide
• Finish: Sandblast
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HARDSCAPE TREATMENT | ADA DETECTABLE WARNING SURFACE 4
HARDSCAPE TREATMENT | CEMENT CONCRETE CROSSWALK 3
CEMENT CONCRETE CROSSWALK SPECIFICATIONS
CEMENT CONCRETE CROSSWALK SPECIFICATIONS
Cement Concrete Crosswalks are required at the following
locations: Mid-Block Crosswalks, Minor Intersections/
Crossings, Significant Intersections
• Material: 5,000 psi cement concrete
• Crosswalk Width: 12’-0’ (Mid-Block Crosswalks -
Raised); 14’-0” to 20’-0” (Minor Intersections Crosswalks
- Raised/Curbless); 20’-0” to 22’-0” (Significant
Intersections)
• Pattern: 1’-0” x 1’-0” grid scoring
• Joints: 1/8” width x 1/2” deep sawcuts
• Finish: Heavy Broom Finish
• Alignment: Perpendicular and parallel to back of curb
• Concrete Color: Natural standard gray
• Crosswalk Stripe: Thermoplastic, white
ADA Detectable Warning Surfaces are required at all
crosswalk locations
• Color: Yellow (Federal Color #33538)
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WAYFINDING SIGNAGE
• Layout for wayfinding signage to be determined by the City of
Ke nt
• Designs for wayfinding signs to be determined by the City Arts
Commission and Council to create a cohesive signage system for
the entire corridor
FEATURES & SIGNAGE STANDARDS | GATEWAYS, ART & WAYFINDING 5
WAYFINDING SIGNAGE LOCATIONS
Wayfinding Signs are required at the following locations (per location key below):
• At all decision-making points along the Meeker Street corridor (all Streetscape Types)
• At all decision-making points at Mid-Block Crosswalks, Minor Intersections/Crossings, and Significant
Intersections
• Actual final location shall be determined by City of Kent
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Gateways and Public Art are welcoming
elements that creates a sense of arrival and
passageway to a special place. They are
located at key locations along Meeker Street.
GATEWAY AND PUBLIC ART FEATURE LOCATIONS
Gateway and Public Art is required at the following locations (per location key below):
• Center median east of Green River bridge
• Flanking on either side just east of Green River bridge
• Within right-of-way corners at Significant Intersection
• Underpass area of SR-167
gateway feature location
wayfinding signage location
* NOTE: Public art features on state routes are required follow the guidelines
in WSDOT’s Design Manual chapter 950. A public art plan will be required.
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PEDESTRIAN LIGHTING SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: AEC Illumination Corp.
• Model: Delos 1 LED
• Pole Spacing: 60’ to 80’ on center
• Mounting Height: 14’, 1.5’ length single arm
and dual arms
• Layout Pattern: Staggered with roadway scale
luminaires
• Color/Finish: Federal color “dark gray”
#26008, polyester powdercoat system
• Irrigation: Automatic drip system for flower
baskets
STREET LIGHTING SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: AEC Illumination Corp.
• Model: Delos 2 LED
• Pole Spacing: 70’-90’ on center
• Mounting Height: 30’, 4’ length single arm
• Layout Pattern: Staggered
• Color/Finish: Federal color “dark gray”
#26008, polyester powdercoat system
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BOLLARD LIGHTING SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Forms + Surfaces *
• Model: Light Column Bollard, LBLCO-504
• Shield Patterns: Kente, Perforated, Scape, Argyle
• Installation Type: Embed
• Color/Finish: Dark gray metallic texture, powdercoat
system
COLUMN LIGHTING SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Forms + Surfaces *
• Model: Light Column, LPLCO-612
• Shield Patterns: Huron, Willow, Vertical, Horizontal
• Customization: Mounting arms for directional signs
• Installation Type: Embed
• Color/Finish: Dark gray metallic texture, powdercoat
system
ILLUMINATION STANDARDS | ACCENT COLUMN LIGHTING 8
ILLUMINATION STANDARDS | ACCENT BOLLARD LIGHTING 9
COLUMN LIGHTING LOCATIONS
Column Lighting is required at the following locations:
• Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A (West of SR-
167), Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type C, near
Significant Intersection, near Minor Intersections/
Crossings and near Mid-Block Crosswalks
BOLLARD LIGHTING LOCATIONS
Bollard Lighting is required at the following locations:
• Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape
Type B, Streetscape Type C and near Mid-Block
Crosswalks
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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STREET FURNITURE STANDARDS | DECORATIVE BOLLARDS 10
STREET FURNITURE STANDARDS | HEAVY DUTY BOLLARD 11
HEAVY DUTY BOLLARD SPECIFICATIONS
• Metal Manufacturer: Fairweather Site Furnishings *
• Material/Finish: Stainless steel type 316, brush satin
• Model/Size: B-2 custom semi dome top, 8” dia. x 36”
ht.; 60” overall length, 48” galvanized steel inner core
• Sealer: Clear anti-graffiti coating
• Installation Type: Embed mount
DECORATIVE BOLLARD SPECIFICATIONS
• Concrete Manufacturer: QCP QuickCrete Products *
• Material: Standard gray precast cement concrete
• Model/Size: Shear Q-SHR-B 36” tall x 10” wide, 193lbs.
• Concrete Texture: Exposed finish surface
• Co lor/Sealer: Slate gray, clear anti-graffiti coating
• Installation Type: Embed mount
• Metal Manufacturer: Fairweather Site Furnishings *
• Material/Finish: Stainless steel type 316, brush satin
• Model/Size: B-2 custom semi dome top, 6” dia. x 36” ht.;
60” overall length, 48” steel inner core
• Sealer: Clear anti-graffiti coating
• Installation Type: Embed mount
DECORATIVE BOLLARD LOCATIONS
Decorative Bollards are optional for use at the following locations:
• Buffer and Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type C; 2’-6” from
edge of roadway, 2’-0” min. from pathway edge
HEAVY DUTY BOLLARD LOCATIONS
Heavy Duty Bollards are required at the following locations:
• Significant Intersection and Minor Intersections/Crossings; 5’-0” O.C. typ., 3’-0” from edge of
roadway
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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BENCH TYPE 1 SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Forms+Surfaces *
• Model: Trio, backless and backed
• Size: 6’ lengths
• Material: Cast aluminum frame,
aluminum slats
• Colors: Silver gray and titanium gray
• Installation Type: Surface mount
BENCH TYPE 2 SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Forms+Surfaces *
• Model: Balance, backless and backed
• Size: 6’ lengths
• Material: Cast aluminum frame, stainless steel
seats
• Colors: Silver gray and titanium gray
• Installation Type: Surface mount
STREET FURNITURE STANDARDS | STANDARD BENCHES
STANDARD BENCH LOCATIONS
The Type 1 or Type 2 options for Standard Benches can be chosen are required for use in the following
locations:
Standard Bench Type 1:
• Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type C, Mid-Block
Crosswalks, Significant Intersections, and Minor Intersections/Crossings
Standard Bench Type 2:
• Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A (West of SR-167), Streetscape Type B, Mid-Block
Crosswalks, Significant Intersections, and Minor Intersections/Crossings
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* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
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MODULAR SEATING SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Landscape Forms, Inc. *
• Model: Escofet Milenio
• Size: Various configurations
• Material: Reinforced cast stone
• Color: Standard gray with waterproof finish
STREET FURNITURE STANDARDS | MODULAR BENCHES 13
MODULAR BENCH LOCATIONS
Modular Benches are required at the following locations:
• Amenity Zones west of Hwy 167 on Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Mid-Block
Crosswalks, Significant Intersections, and Minor Intersections/Crossings
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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36 GAL CAPACITY SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Forms+Surfaces *
• Model: Dispatch SLDIS-136
• Material: Solid cast aluminum construction
• Description: Hinged side-access doors, split-
stream model
• Polyethylene Liner: 36 gal
• Color: Powdercoat titanium
• Installation Type: Surface mount
18 GAL CAPACITY SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Landscape Forms *
• Model: MultipliCITY, single
• Description: Front-deposit
• Black Liner: 18 gal
• Color: Prefinished anodized aluminum
• Installation Type: Embed mount
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RECEPTACLE LOCATIONS
The either option for Receptacles can be chosen are required for use at the following locations:
• Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type C, Mid-Block
Crosswalks, Significant Intersections, and Minor Intersections/Crossings
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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BICYCLE RACK SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Forms+Surfaces *
• Model: Twist
• Material: Solid cast aluminum frame and
cover plates
• Capacity: 2 bikes
• Color/Finish: Titanium and any RAL
powder coat color
• Installation Type: Surface mount
CUSTOM BICYCLE RACK LOCATIONS
• Amenity Clusters at Streetscape Type A (only West of SR-167) and Streetscape Type B
CUSTOM BICYCLE RACK SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: SportWorks *
• Model: No Scratch in Circular or Tofino
• Material: Stainless steel, santoprene TPV soft pad
• Finish: Bead blasted
• Capacity: 2 bikes
• Installation Type: Surface mount
Circular
Custom Tofino
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BICYCLE RACK LOCATIONS
The either option for Bicycle Rack can be chosen and are required for use at the following locations:
STANDARD BICYCLE RACK
• Amenity Clusters at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B and Streetscape Type C
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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FREESTANDING PLANTER SPECIFICATIONS
• Concrete Planter Manufacturer: QCP QuickCrete Products *
• Models: Low Bowl Round, Crest Round
• Material: Steel reinforced precast concrete
• Colors: Natural, Latte, French Gray, Bungalow (colors may vary for each type)
• Concrete Texture: Craftsmans Etch
• Concrete Sealer: Standard gloss sealer per manufacturer
STREET FURNITURE STANDARDS | FREESTANDING PLANTER
Crest Round | QR-CRE3630P in French Gray
Option is available for use for Sreetscape
Type A-C
Low Bowl Round | QR-GE2623 in Latte
Option is available for use only for
Streetscape Type A, west of Hwy 167
• Wood Planter Manufacturer: Tournelsol
Siteworks *
• Models: Boulevard Planters
• Material: FSC certified wood cladding with
FRP fiberglass liner
• Sizes: Varies, 4’-0” max width x 2’-6” max ht
• Me tal Planter Manufacturer: Tournelsol
Siteworks *
• Model: Wilshire Collection
• Material: Reinforced FRP fiberglass material,
rectangular shapes, 1/8” - 3/16” wall thickness
• Finish: Metal-matched-pain (MMP) acrylic
enamel finishes or metal-infused gelcoat.
• Surface Texture: T-1 texture
• Sizes: Varies, 4’-0” max width, 2’-6” max ht
FREESTANDING PLANTER LOCATIONS
Freestanding Planters are optional at the following locations:
• Amenity Clusters at Streetscape Type A - C (as noted), Significant Intersections and Minor
Intersections/Crossings - Raised/Curbless
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* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match
aesthetic look, feel, quality, materiality, and
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Variations
Terrain
TRENCH DRAIN GRATE SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Urban Accessories *
• Model: Varies
• ADA Compliant: Yes
• Size: 6”x18”
• Material: 100% Recycled Grey Iron (ASTM A48 class
35b), Recyclable Ductile Iron (ASTM A536, class 65-45-12)
STREET FURNITURE STANDARDS | GRATES 17
TREE GRATE SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Iron Age Designs *
• Model: Divisadero, DIX72-72I99TGHP
• ADA Compliant: Yes
• Material: Cast Grey Iron (ASTM A48 CL 25), raw finish
• Spacing: 26’ O.C
• Installation Type: Standard or paver/adjustable with
angle stock perimeter frame
• Note: Use of tree grates shall be reviewed and approved
by City of Kent. Install per City of Kent detials 6-36 and
6-55.
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STANDARD POLE BANNER SPECIFICATIONS
• Arm Manufacturer: BannerSaver *
• Arm Model: Spring-loaded Roadway Pole Banner #5388794
• Arm Material: Cast aluminun, fiberglass single banner arms
• Bracket and Arm Color/Finish: Federal color “dark gray” #26008,
polyester powdercoat system
• Banner Manufacturer: Britten *
Banner Size: 30” wide x 60” tall
• Banner Material: Heavy duty 18 oz. premium vinyl, double-sided, 1”
webbing with hems, grommets and wind flaps
• Banner Finish: Matte
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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UTILITY STANDARDS | DECORATIVE UTILITY COVERS 19
UTILITY STANDARDS | UTILITY BOXES 20
UTILITY BOX SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: TrafficWrapz *
• Model: TW 360hd
• Description: TW 360C-OV fil provides graffiti-proof
protection for large graphics and surfaces, UV protectant,
fade-resistant with AdhesiveGuard protection, 1 mil thick
with permenant acylic pressure and heat sensitive assist
roll laminators.
• Note: Graphics for wrap shall be reviewed and approved
by the City of Kent.
STANDARD MANHOLE COVER SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Urban Accessories *
• Model: Varies
• Size: 24” dia
• Material: 100% recycled gray iron (ASTM A48 class 35b), Silicon Bronze (ASTM B26)
• Finishes: Hot-dipped galvanized steel, raw natural bronze finish
Flat Rainbow Dandelion Manaco
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
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TRADITIONAL FORMLINER PATTERN**
• Manufacturer: AP Formliners *
• Model: Ledgestone Drystack #933
• Material: High reuse elastomeric
• Pa ttern Description: Randomly stacked ledgestone
with roughed broken surface
CONTEMPORARY FORMLINER PATTERN**
• Manufacturer: AP Formliners *
• Model: Ipswich #707
• Material: High reuse elastomeric
• Pa ttern Description: Vertical lines with merging
joints with smooth surface
** NOTE: Formliner patterns are specified for use on cast-in-
place concrete retaining walls, installed as part of corridor
improvements and which are visible to users along the street
corridor.
RETAINING WALL TREATMENT STANDARDS | FORMLINER PATTERNS 21
* NOTE: Approved equal products shall match aesthetic look, feel,
quality, materiality, and durability as standards specified herein.
ANTI-GRAFFITI COATING SPECIFICATIONS
• Manufacturer: Evonik Industries *
• Product: Protectosil ANTIGRAFFITI
• Coating Description: A waterborne breathable, clear, non-sacrificial, zero VOC, UV
resistant, alkali resistant, non-yellowing, easy application, anti-graffiti treatment for use
on concrete, brick, concrete masonry units and natural stone. Coating will not alter natural
appearance of the substrate below.
• Finish: Matte
• Manufacturer: Sherwin Williams *
• Product: Anti-Graffiti Coating
• Coating Description: A clear, one-component, non-sacrificial, ready-to-use siloxane coating
intended for use over bare concrete or previously painted concrete or steel surfaces. It cures
with atmospheric moisture and offers excellent graffiti resistance and cleanability with water
power-washing.
• Finish: Semi-gloss
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STREET TREE SPECIFICATIONS
STREET TREE LOCATIONS
• Species: Nyssa sylvatica ‘Wildfire’/ Wildfire Tupelo
Ulmus propinqua ‘JFS-Bieberich’/ Emerald Sunshine Elm
• Layout: Cluster in groups of 6-10 min of a single species, per layout diagram below.
• Minimum Size: 2.5” caliper, 12’-14’ height
• Standard Spacing: Varies based on planter spacing; 25’ min.
• Standard Offsets: Per City of Kent Standard Plans 6-50 and 6-54
• Planting Requirements: Per City of Kent Standard Plan 6-55
• Irrigation Requirements: Fully automatic irrigation system
Street Trees are required at the following locations:
• In all *Planters within Buffer Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type C,
as well as in Planted Roadway Medians.
Street Trees provide shade and a sense of separation
between sidewalk/pathway users and the roadway.
They also help with traffic calming and intercept rainfall
to slow stormwater runoff.
* NOTE: Street Tree locations shall be determined based
on required offsets from existing utilities and to meet sight
distance requirements at driveways and intersections; locations
must be approved by the City of Kent prior to installation. See
Appendix A, page 52, for street tree photos.
accent tree in amenity
zone planter, typ.
accent tree in planted
roadway median typ.
street tree in planted
roadway median, typ.
accent tree in curb
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ACCENT TREE SPECIFICATIONS
• Species: Amelanchier laevis ‘JFS-Arb’/ Spring Flurry Serviceberry
Cornus kousa x nuttallii ‘KN4-43’/ Starlight Dogwood
Magnolia acuminata ‘Butterflies’/ Butterflies Magnolia
Stewartia pseudocamellia/ Japanese Stewartia
• Layout: Maximum of (2) different species per block; cluster in groups of 3-5 min.
of a single species, per layout diagram on page 45.
• Minimum Size: 2” caliper, 10’-12’ height
• Standard Spacing: Varies based on planter spacing; 20’ min.
• Standard Offsets: Per City of Kent Standard Plans 6-50 and 6-54.
• Planting Requirements: Per City of Kent Standard Plan 6-55.
ACCENT TREE LOCATIONS
Accent Trees are required at the following locations:
• In all* Planters within Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type
C, as well as in Planters at Mid-Block Crosswalks, Minor Intersections/Crossings and Significant
Intersections.
Accent trees add visual variety to the streetscape
and highlight special locations. They provide seasonal
interest with flowers in the spring or summer and colorful
foliage in the fall.
* NOTE: Accent Tree locations shall be determined based
on required offsets from existing utilities and to meet sight
distance requirements at driveways and intersections; locations
must be approved by the City of Kent prior to installation. See
Appendix A, page 52, for accent tree photos.
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LANDSCAPE STANDARDS | PLANTERS 24
PLANTER SPECIFICATIONS
• Size: Min. 20’-0” X 4’-0” for Planters within Buffer Zones and Amentity Zones; min. 120 SF for
Planters within curb bulb-outs at Mid-Block Crossings and intersections.
• Standard Spacing: Planters within Amenity Zone shall be spaced between required amenity zone
elements (see page 24); Planters within Buffer Zone shall be spaced based on roadway, on-street
parking and luminaire layout*.
• Soil Amendment Requirements: Min. 24” depth topsoil and 2” depth bark mulch.
• Recommended Species: See plant schedule, page 48.
PLANTER LOCATIONS
Accent Trees are required at the following locations:
• Within Buffer Zones and Amenity Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape
Type C, as well as in Planted Roadway Medians and wthin curb bulb-outs at Mid-Block Crosswalks,
Minor Intersections/Crossings, and Significant Intersections.
Planters soften the streetscape, provide a buffer
between sidewalk/pathway users and the roadway,
and slow stormwater runoff. They provide seasonal
interest with a mix of deciduous and evergreen shrubs,
grasses, groundcovers and perennials.
* NOTE: All Planter locations shall be determined based on
roadway layout and sight distance requirements; planting plans
to be approved by the City of Kent prior to installation.
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SHRUBS Other Varieties
Berberis thunbergii ‘Concorde’/ Concorde Japanese Barberry • • •
2’ 2’‘Goruzam’
Calluna vulgaris ‘Aphrodite’/ Aphrodite Scotch Heather •• •
1.5’ 2’‘Athene’
Daphne x transatlantica ‘Blafra’/ Eternal Fragrance Daphne • • • •
2.5’ 2.5’D. ‘Carol Mackie’
Escallonia ‘Newport Dwarf/ Newport Dwarf Escallonia • • • •3’ 3’‘Compakta’
Fothergilla gardenii ‘Blue Mist’/ Blue Mist Dwarf Fothergilla • •3’ 3’
Hebe pinguifolia ‘Sutherlandii’/ Sutherland Hebe •• •1.5’ 2’‘Western Hills’
Kalmia latifolia ‘Elf’/ Elf Dwarf Mountain Laurel • • •3’ 3’‘Minuet’
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’/ Hidcote English Lavender •• •2’ 2’‘Twickle Purple’
Rhododendron ‘Nancy Evans’/ Nancy Evans Rhododendron • ••3’ 3’‘Percy Wiseman’
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis/ Dwarf Sweetbox • • • •2’ 4’
Spiraea japonica ‘Galen’/ Double Play Artist Spirea •2.5’ 3’‘Goldmound’
Vaccinium moupinense/ Himalayan Blueberry •• •1.5’ 1.5’
GRASSES Other Varieties
Acorus gramineus ‘Ogon’/ Golden Variegated Sweet Flag • • •1’ .5’‘Oborozuki’
Carex testacea/ Orange New Zealand Sedge • ••1.5’ 1.5’
Festuca amethystina ‘Superba’/ Purple Tufted Fescue • • • •1.5’ 1.5’
Hakonechloa macra ‘Beni Kaze’/ Beni Kaze Japanese Forest Grass • •1.5’ 2’‘All Gold’
Sesleria autumnalis/ Autumn Moor Grass • •1.5’ 1.5’
GROUNDCOVERS Other Varieties
Asarum caudatum/ Western Wild Ginger • • •.5’ 2’
Epimedium x perralchicum ‘Frohnleiten’/ Hybrid Epimedium • • • •1’ 3’E. x ‘rubrum’
Geum ‘Flames of Passion’/ Flames of Passion Avens • • • •1’ 2’‘Mango Lassi’
Helianthemum nummularium ‘Fire Dragon’/ Fire Dragon Sunrose •• •1’ 2’‘Wisley Pink’
Sedum spurium ‘John Creech’/ John Creech Stonecrop • • • •.5’ 1.5’‘Dragon’s Blood’
Veronica ‘Waterperry Blue’/ Waterperry Blue Speedwell • ••.5’ 1.5’‘Georgia Blue’
PERENNIALS Other Varieties
Achillea millefolium ‘Walther Funcke’/ Walther Funcke Yarrow •• •2’ 2’‘Appleblossom’
Armeria maritima/ Sea Thrift • • • •.5’ 1’‘Rubrufolia’
Hemerocallis ‘Purple d’Oro’/ Purple d’Oro Daylily • •1.5’ 2’‘Ruby Stella’
Polystichum polyblepharum/ Tassel Fern • • •2’ 2’
DROUGHT-TOLERANT
EVERGREEN
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PLANT SPREAD (FT.)
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* NOTE: Plants within the ROW shall not exceed 36” mature height; planting
plans to be approved by the City of Kent prior to installation. See Appendix
A, page 52, for plant photos.
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PLANTED ROADWAY MEDIAN SPECIFICATIONS
• Tree Layout: Street Trees shall be planted in groups of 3-5 min. and spaced per requirements on
page 45; Accent Trees shall be planted in groups of 2-3 at median ends and mid-block crosswalk
locations and spaces per requirements on page 46. All trees shall be located along the centerline
of the median and adjusted based on sight distance requirements and existing utilities. See layout
diagram on page 45*.
• Soil Amendment Requirements: Min. 36” depth topsoil and 2” depth bark mulch.
• Recommended Plant Species: See plant schedule, page 48.
PLANTED ROADWAY MEDIAN LOCATIONS
Planted Roadway Medians are required within roadway medians.
Planted Roadway Medians provide
traffic calming by visually narrowing
the roadway and enhance the
streetscape aesthetic. They also
reduce the amount of impervious
surface on the roadway.
* NOTE: Tree locations and planting plans
to be approved by the City of Kent prior
to installation.
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LOW-IMPACT DEVELOPMENT LOCATIONS
Raingardens are optional * at the following locations:
• At Planters within Buffer Zones at Streetscape Type A, Streetscape Type B, Streetscape Type C,
Streetscape Type D, Streetscape Type E, and Streetscape Type F, as well as in Planters at Mid-Block
Crossings, Minor Intersections/Crossings and Significant Intersections.
Raingardens capture stormwater runoff from hard surfaces and
release it slowly into the ground or back into the stormwater system.
They are planted with wetland species that filter the runoff and can
tolerate periodic flooding.
* NOTE: Raingarden feasibility and potential locations shall be determined
based on analysis by a stormwater engineer; locations must be approved by
the City of Kent prior to installation. Plants within the ROW shall not exceed
36” mature height; planting plans to be approved by the City of Kent prior to
installation. See Appendix A, page 52, for plant photos.
SHRUBS
Cornus stolonifera ‘Kelseyi’/ Dwarf Red-Twig Dogwood • •• •2’ 2’
Rhododendron ‘Purple Gem’/ Purple Gem Rhododendron • • • • •3’ 3’
Spiraea betulifolia ‘Tor’/ Tor Birchleaf Spirea • ••3’ 3’
GRASSES
Carex elata ‘Bowles Golden’/ Bowles Golden Sedge • • • • •
1.5’ 1.5’
Juncus ensifolius/ Dagger-Leaf Rush • ••1’ 1’
Juncus tenuis ‘Blue Dart’/ Blue Dart Rush • • • •1.5’ 1.5’
PERENNIALS
Iris douglasiana/ Douglas Iris • •• •1.5’ 1.5’
Polystichum munitum/ Sword Fern • • • • •2’ 2’
Sisyrinchium californicum/ Yellow-Eyed Grass • • • • •1’ 1’
HT’SP’q 1 2R RR
HT’SP’q 1 2R RR
HT’SP’q 1 2R RR
SUITABLE FOR RAINGARDEN PONDING AREA
SUITABLE FOR RAINGARDEN SIDE SLOPES
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PLANT SPREAD (FT.)
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SHADE
EVERGREEN
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APPENDICES
Appendix A - Plant Photos ...........................................................................................pg. 52
Appendix B - Meeker Street Construction Standards ...............................................pg. 57
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APPENDIX A: PLANT PHOTOS - STREET TREES
Ulmus propinqua ‘JFS-Bieberich’/
Emerald Sunshine Elm
Nyssa sylvatica ‘Wildfire’/
Wildfire Tupelo
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APPENDIX A: PLANT PHOTOS - ACCENT TREES
Magnolia acuminata ‘Butterflies’/
Butterflies Magnolia
Amelanchier laevis ‘JFS-Arb’/
Spring Flurry Serviceberry
Stewartia pseudocamellia/
Japanese Stewartia
Cornus kousa x nuttallii ‘KN4-43’/
Starlight Dogwood
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Berberis thunbergii ‘Concorde’/
Concorde Japanese Barberry
Escallonia ‘Newport Dwarf’/
Newport Dwarf Escallonia
Kalmia latifolia ‘Elf’/
Elf Dwarf Mountain Laurel
Sarcococca hookeriana var. humilis/
Dwarf Sweetbox
Acorus gramineus ‘Ogon’/
Golden Variegated Sweet Flag
Calluna vulgaris ‘Aphrodite’/
Aphrodite Scotch Heather
Fothergilla gardenii ‘Blue Mist’/
Blue Mist Dwarf Fothergilla
Lavandula angustifolia ‘Hidcote’/
Hidcote English Lavender
Spiraea japonica ‘Galen’/
Double Play Artist Spirea
Carex testacea/
Orange New Zealand Sedge
Daphne x transatlantica ‘Blafra’/
Eternal Fragrance Daphne
Hebe pinguifolia ‘Sutherlandii’/
Sutherland Hebe
Rhododendron ‘Nancy Evans’/
Nancy Evans Rhododendron
Vaccinium moupinense/
Himalayan Blueberry
Festuca amethystina ‘Superba’/
Purple Tufted Fescue
APPENDIX A: PLANT PHOTOS - SHRUBS & GROUNDCOVERS
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APPENDIX A: PLANT PHOTOS - SHRUBS & GROUNDCOVERS
Hakonechloa macra ‘Beni Kaze’/
Beni Kaze Japanese Forest Grass
Epimedium x perralchicum ‘Frohnleiten’/
Hybrid Epimedium
Sedum spurium ‘John Creech’/
John Creech Stonecrop
Armeria maritima/
Sea Thrift
Sesleria autumnalis/
Autumn Moor Grass
Geum ‘Flames of Passion’/
Flames of Passion Avens
Veronica ‘Waterperry Blue’/
Waterperry Blue Speedwell
Hemerocallis ’Purple d’Oro’/
Purple d’Oro Daylily
Asarum caudatum/
Western Wild Ginger
Helianthemum nummularium ‘Fire Dragon’/
Fire Dragon Sunrose
Achillea millefolium ‘Walther Funcke’/
Walther Funcke Yarrow
Polystichum polyblepharum/
Tassel Fern
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Cornus stolonifera ‘Kelseyi’/
Dwarf Red-Twig Dogwood
Carex elata ‘Bowles Golden’/
Bowles Golden Sedge
Iris douglasiana/
Douglas Iris
Spiraea betulifolia ‘Tor’/
Tor Birchleaf Spirea
Juncus ensifolius/
Dagger-Leaf Rush
Polystichum munitum/
Sword Fern
Rhododendron ‘Purple Gem’/
Purple Gem Rhododendron
Juncus tenius ‘Blue Dart’/
Blue Dart Rush
Sisyrinchium californicum/
Yellow-Eyed Grass
APPENDIX A: PLANT PHOTOS - RAINGARDEN PLANTS
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Street Furniture
X-X Bench Type 1 .............................................................................................59
X-X Bench Type 2 .............................................................................................60
X-X Modular Bench ..........................................................................................61
X-X Bicycle Rack Type 1 .................................................................................62
X-X Bicycle Rack Type 2 ..................................................................................63
X-X Litter Receptacle Type 1 ...........................................................................64
X-X Litter Receptacle Type 2 ..........................................................................65
X-X Metal Bollard ............................................................................................66
X-X Concrete Bollard ......................................................................................67
X-X Heavy Duty Metal Bollard ......................................................................68
X-X Roadway Pole Banner and Arms .............................................................69
Sidewalk
X-X Cement Concrete Sidewalk - Southside .................................................70
X-X Cement Concrete Sidewalk - Northside .................................................71
X-X Paver Installation Detail 1 .......................................................................72
X-X Paver Installation Detail 2 .......................................................................73
Illumination
X-X Single Pedestrian Luminaire and Pole ....................................................74
X-X Dual Pedestrian Luminaire and Pole .......................................................75
X-X Street Luminaire and Pole ........................................................................76
X-X Accent Column Lighting ............................................................................77
X-X Accent Bollard Lighting ............................................................................78
Irrigation
X-X Flower Basket Irrigation ...........................................................................79
X-X Flower Basket Valve Access Box .............................................................80
Median
X-X Median Tree Planting ...............................................................................81
X-X Center Median Stamped Conc ................................................................82
Crosswalk
X-X Significant Intersection Crosswalk ..........................................................83
X-X Minor Raised Intersection/Crosswalk .....................................................84
X-X Raised Mid-Block Crosswalk ....................................................................85
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MEEKER STREET CONSTRUCTION STANDARD DETAILS
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1 Adopt Design Standards -
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ORDINANCE NO.
AN ORDINANCE of the City Council of the
City of Kent, Washington, relating to land use,
adopting design standards for the Meeker Street
corridor titled the “Meeker Street Streetscape
Design and Construction Standards.”
RECITALS
A. Home to many businesses and services, Meeker Street runs
east-west from State Route 516/Kent-Des Moines Road to North
Kennebeck Avenue, two blocks east of Central Avenue. It also passes
under Highway 167 and through the historic section of Kent’s downtown.
B. In 2014, the city adopted an Economic Development Plan to
document Kent’s competitive advantages and disadvantages and how
these shape strategies for continued business development, recruitment,
and creation. Key strategies in the Plan focus on place-making, including
Strategy 2.1.1, “Rebuild Commercial Corridors.” Meeker Street is the first
listed “key corridor” slated for redesign to “improve function, establish a
sense of place, and attract new private commercial and residential
development.”
C. In early 2015, the City adopted an updated Comprehensive
Plan that furthered many of the strategies called for in the Economic
Development Plan, including Policy LU-11.1, “Establish design standards
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for commercial and mixed-use development that are complementary to the
surrounding neighborhoods and accommodate transit, pedestrians, and
cyclists.”
D. In the summer of 2015, city staff conducted outreach to
businesses and residents along the Meeker Street corridor to discover how
the existing street was used and how it might be improved.
E. In the fall of 2015, the City hosted a two-day workshop with
Smart Growth America to kickstart the redesign process for Meeker Street.
Participants in the workshop (including staff and elected officials) created
several conceptual cross-sections for the corridor.
F. Through 2016 and 2017, the City worked with urban design
consultants to analyze traffic, refine the conceptual cross-sections, engage
with various community groups, create a cohesive design framework, and
create draft design standards for the Meeker Street corridor. The draft
standards would be an overlay addendum to the existing 2009 Design and
Construction Standards.
G. On September 12, 2017, the city requested expedited review
of the draft standards by the State of Washington under RCW 36.70A.106.
The request was denied, and instead the proposed design standards were
entered into the standard 60-day review process, during which time the
Washington State Department of Transportation submitted comments
related to public art on state facilities and requesting traffic analysis
documentation. No further comments were submitted.
H. Between September 18, 2017 and November 20, 2017, city
staff presented the draft standards on eight occasions at public meetings
before the city’s Public Works Committee, Land Use and Planning Board,
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and its Economic and Community Development Committee. These
presentations generally included discussion of the project background,
consistency and integration with the city’s other design standards, as well
as the city’s extensive public outreach regarding the draft Meeker Street
design standards.
I. On November 27, 2017, the Land Use and Planning Board
held a public hearing to consider the final proposed standards. The Board
recommended ____ of the standards.
J. On December 4, 2017, the Public Works Committee
considered the recommendation of the LUPB and recommended _____ of
the standards to the full City Council.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KENT,
WASHINGTON, DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
ORDINANCE
SECTION 1. - Incorporation of Recitals. The preceding recitals are
incorporated herein by this reference and constitute the council’s findings
on this matter.
SECTION 2. – Amendment. The Meeker Street Streetscape Design
and Construction Standards, which are attached as Exhibit “A,” are hereby
adopted and incorporated into the Kent City Code. These guidelines and
standards establish a distinct set of guidelines for the Meeker Street
corridor and, where applicable, supersede the City of Kent Downtown
Design Guidelines and all other previous City of Kent visioning documents.
SECTION 3. – Severability. If any one or more section, subsection,
or sentence of this ordinance is held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such
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decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this
ordinance and the same shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 4. – Corrections by City Clerk or Code Reviser. Upon
approval of the city attorney, the city clerk and the code reviser are
authorized to make necessary corrections to this ordinance, including the
correction of clerical errors; ordinance, section, or subsection numbering;
or references to other local, state, or federal laws, codes, rules, or
regulations.
SECTION 5. – Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect and
be in force thirty days from and after its passage, as provided by law.
SUZETTE COOKE, MAYOR Date Approved
ATTEST:
KIMBERLY A. KOMOTO, CITY CLERK Date Adopted
Date Published
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
TOM BRUBAKER, CITY ATTORNEY
Planning Services
Location: 400 W. Gowe Mail to: 220 4th Avenue South Kent WA 98032-5895
Permit Center (253-856-5302 FAX: (253) 856-6412
www.ci.kent.wa.us/permitcenter
Environmental Checklist
Application Form
Public Notice Board and
Application Fee…See Fee Schedule
TO BE COMPLETED BY STAFF:
APPLICATION #: ENV-2017-31 ___________KIVA#: RPSA-2174478__
RECEIVED BY: ___DATE: 11/9/17________PROCESSING FEE: 0______
A. STAFF REVIEW DETERMINED THAT PROJECT:
_______ Meets the categorically exempt criteria.
______ Has no probable significant adverse environmental impact(s) and
application should be processed without further consideration of
environmental effects.
_______ Has probable, significant impact(s) that can be mitigated through
conditions. EIS not necessary.
_______ Has probable, significant adverse environmental impact(s). An
Environmental Impact Statement will be prepared.
_______ An Environmental Impact Statement for this project has already been
prepared.
Signature of Responsible Official Date
B. COMMENTS:
C TYPE OF PERMIT OR ACTION REQUESTED: Zoning code amendment
D. ZONING DISTRICT: GC, GC-MU, MR-M, CC-MU, DCE
City of Kent Planning Services
Environmental Checklist – Page 2
TO BE COMPLETED BY APPLICANT:
A. BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
1. Name of Project: Meet Me on Meeker Design and Construction Standards Overlay
2. Name of Applicant: Hayley Bonsteel, City of Kent
Mailing Address: 220 4th Ave S, Kent WA 98032__
Contact Person: Hayley Bonsteel Telephone: 253-856-5441
(Note that all correspondence will be mailed to the applicant listed above.)
3. Applicant is (owner, agent, other): Senior Long Range Planner/GIS Coordinator
4. Name of Legal Owner: n/a Telephone:
Mailing Address:
5. Location. Give general location of proposed project (street address, nearest intersection of
streets and section, township and range).
Overlay would apply to Meeker Street from Green River to Central Avenue, including
intersections with Russell Road, 64th Ave S, Washington Avenue N, Lincoln Avenue N, 4th Avenue,
2nd Avenue, and 1st Avenue. NW, SW and NE 232204; NE and NW 242204
6. Legal description and tax identification number
a. Legal description (if lengthy, attach as separate sheet):
n/a
b. Tax identification number:
n/a
7. Existing conditions: Give a general description of the property and existing improvements,
size, topography, vegetation, soil, drainage, natural features, etc. (if necessary, attach a
separate sheet).
n/a
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9. Project description: Give a brief, complete description of the intended use of the property or
project including all proposed uses, days and hours of operation and the size of the project
and site. (Attach site plans as described in the instructions):
See attached proposed overlay standards. The intent of the standards is to provide direction
for staff, property owners, developers and consultants for the design and construction of
Meeker Street as a multimodal streetscape.
10. Schedule: Describe the timing or schedule (include phasing and construction dates, if
possible).
September 18 – Public Works Committee – introduce the standards and give high level overview
September 25 – Land Use and Planning Board – introduce the standards and give high level
overview
October 2 – Public Works Committee – present standards
October 9 – Economic and Community Development Committee – present standards
October 9 – Land Use and Planning Board – public hearing on standards
October 16 – Public Works Committee – present standards
November 6 – Public Works Committee – present standards and recommendation
November 21 – Council adoption
11. Future Plans: Do you have any plans for future additions, expansion or further activity
related to or connected with this proposal? If yes, explain.
Future work along Meeker Street will conform to these standards. Future work will undergo
SEPA review as required.
12. Permits/Approvals: List all permits or approvals for this project from local, state, federal, or
other agencies for which you have applied or will apply as required for your proposal.
AGENCY
PERMIT TYPE
DATE
SUBMITTED*
NUMBER
STATUS**
*Leave blank if not submitted
**Approved, denied or pending
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13. Environmental Information: List any environmental information you know about that has
been prepared, or will be prepared, directly related to this proposal.
SEPA was prepared for the Marquee on Meeker development; the project jump-started the
design process that is culminating in the proposed standards.
14. Do you know whether applications are pending for governmental approvals of other
proposals directly affecting the property covered by your proposal? If yes, explain.
●Marquee on Meeker project – Development Agreement signed, Purchase & Sale
Agreement signed, currently undergoing design review. Will build frontage according to
these standards.
●64th and Meeker project – Pre-app held in September 2017.
●Naden Avenue assemblage – RFP likely to be published soon
●Meeker & Washington “Meeker Square” property – pre-app for façade improvements held
in August 2017
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B. ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS
1. Earth
a. General description of the site (circle one): Flat, rolling, hilly, steep
slopes, mountainous, other: flat
.
b. What is the steepest slope on the site (approximate percent slope)?
Negligible – very flat
c. What general types of soils are found on the site (for example, clay,
sand, gravel, peat, muck)? If you know the classification of
agricultural soils, specify them and note any prime farmland.
Urban land, Puyallup fine sandy loam, Oridia silt loam, Renton silt
loam, Briscot silt loam, Woodinville silt loam, according to the USDA’s
web soil survey tool.
d. Are there surface indications or history of unstable soils in the
immediate vicinity? If so, describe.
No
e. Describe the purpose, type and approximate quantities of any filling
or grading proposed. Indicate source of fill.
n/a
f. Could erosion occur as a result of clearing, construction, or use? If
so, generally describe.
Any clearing or construction that occurs under these standards will
come in as a separate project including soil erosion control plans.
g. About what percent of the site will be covered with impervious
surfaces after project construction (for example, asphalt or
buildings)?
The new standards will expand the impervious surface planned for
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the street. Existing ROW varies along the corridor between 58 and 82
feet. The new standards will generally expand the ROW by 27 feet at the
most, for segments between the Green River bridge and Lincoln Avenue.
(Segments east of Lincoln Avenue are not contemplated for increased
impervious surface, and utilize only existing ROW for streetscape design
elements.)
h. Proposed measures to reduce or control erosion, or other impacts to
the earth, if any.
Regulations are in place, including erosion control, storm water
detention, and so forth.
2. Air
a. What types of emissions to the air would result from the proposal
(i.e., dust, automobile, odors, industrial wood smoke) during
construction and when the project is completed? If any, generally
describe and give approximate quantities if known.
Emissions would likely decrease once infrastructure is built to
conform to the new standards, due to the facilitation for non-motorized
travel and the shift away from single-occupancy vehicles. Increases in
delay for motor vehicles may have an effect on emissions.
b. Are there any off-site sources of emissions or odor that may affect
your proposal? If so, generally describe.
n/a
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control emissions or other impacts
to air, if any.
n/a
3. Water
a. Surface:
1) Is there any surface water body on or in the immediate vicinity
of the site (including year-round and seasonal streams, salt
water, lakes, ponds, wetlands)? If yes, describe type and
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provide names. If appropriate, state what stream or river it
flows into.
Green River is in the vicinity.
2) Will the project require any work over, in or adjacent to (within
200 feet) the described waters? If yes, please describe and
attach available plans.
Construction under these standards will not take place closer than
200 feet of the Green River. A separate project (Marquee on Meeker
development) will build to this standard and require work adjacent to the
Green River, but that project is subject to its own environmental review
and the only construction to occur within 200 feet of the Green River is for
trailheads.
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3) Estimate the amount of fill and dredge material that would be
placed in or removed from surface water or wetlands and
indicate the area of the site that would be affected. Indicate
the source of fill material.
n/a
4) Will the proposal require surface water withdrawals or
diversions? Give general description, purpose, and
approximate quantities, if known.
Irrigation is planned for planted streetscape areas.
5) Does the proposal lie within a 100-year floodplain? If so, note
location on the site plan.
No
6) Does the proposal involve any discharges of waste materials to
surface waters? If so, describe the type of waste and
anticipated volume of discharge.
No
b. Ground:
1) Will ground water be withdrawn, or will water be discharged to
ground water? Give general description, purpose, and
approximate quantities, if known.
Irrigation of streetscape areas is planned for in the standards.
2) Describe waste material that will be discharged into the ground
from septic tanks or other sources, if any (for example:
domestic sewage; industrial, containing the following
chemicals...; agricultural; etc.). Describe the general size of
the system, the number of such systems, the number of
houses to be served (if applicable), or the number of animals or
humans the system(s) are expected to serve.
n/a
c. Water Runoff (including storm water):
1) Describe the source of runoff (including storm water) and
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method of collection and disposal, if any (include quantities, if
known). Where will this water flow? Will this water flow into
other waters? If so, describe.
Runoff from roadway will enter storm system as occurs
today, unless location includes rain garden or other LID technique, in which
case runoff would be reduced.
2) Could waste materials enter ground or surface waters? If so,
generally describe.
n/a
d. Proposed measures to reduce or control surface, ground, and
runoff water impacts, if any:
Planted medians and amenity zones of streetscape will
reduce the amount of impervious surface on the roadway, thereby reducing
runoff. Low-impact development locations are identified in the standards.
4. Plants n/a
a. Check or circle types of vegetation found on the site:
__X___Deciduous tree: alder, maple aspen, other
______Evergreen tree: fir, cedar, pine, other
__X___Shrubs
__X___Grass
______Pasture
______Crop or grain
______Wet soil plants: cattail, buttercup, bulrush, skunk cabbage,
other
______Water plants: water lily, eelgrass, milfoil, other
______Other types of vegetation
b. What kind and amount of vegetation will be removed or altered?
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No vegetation would be removed through adoption of standards.
Future projects that fall under these standards may remove existing planter
strips adjacent to sidewalks; however, these would be replaced by street
trees and landscaped areas in the medians and amenity zone areas. Low-
impact development locations are identified in the standards.
c. List threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the
site.
n/a
d. Proposed landscaping, use of native plants, or other measures to
preserve or enhance vegetation on the site, if any:
Planted medians, street trees, planted amenity zones, planted buffers
and accent trees are all included in the standards. These vegetated areas,
if built under the standards, would likely greatly increase the amount of
vegetation in the corridor.
5. Animals n/a
a. Circle any birds and animals which have been observed on or near the
site or are known to be on or near the site:
Birds: hawk, heron, eagle, songbirds, other:
Mammals: deer, bear, elk, beaver, other:
Fish: bass, salmon, trout, herring, shellfish, other:
b. List any threatened or endangered species known to be on or near the
site.
n/a
c. Is the site part of a migration route? If so, explain.
The Pacific Flyway passes over this region generally.
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d. Proposed measures to preserve or enhance wildlife, if any:
Proposed streetscape plantings may enhance wildlife habitat.
6. Energy and Natural Resources
a. What kinds of energy (electric, natural gas, oil, wood stove, solar) will
be used to meet the completed project's energy needs? Describe
whether it will be used for heating, manufacturing, etc.
n/a
b. Would your project affect the potential use of solar energy by adjacent
properties? If so, generally describe.
n/a
c. What kinds of energy conservation features are included in the plans
of this proposal? List other proposed measures to reduce or control
energy impacts, if any:
LED lighting fixtures for luminaries.
7. Environmental Health
a. Are there any environmental health hazards, including exposure to
toxic chemicals, risk of fire and explosion, spill, or hazardous waste,
that could occur as a result of this proposal? If so, describe.
The Meeker corridor area is shown on Department of Ecology
resources as having under 20 ppm of arsenic related to the Tacoma
Smelter plume. There is a gasoline plume under a small portion of
Meeker Street that will need to be cleaned up when that portion of the
roadway is reconstructed as part of a future project.
1) Describe special emergency services that might be required.
n/a
2) Proposed measures to reduce or control environmental health
hazards, if any:
n/a
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b. Noise
1) What types of noise exist in the area which may affect your
project (for example: traffic, equipment operation, other)?
n/a
2) What types and levels of noise would be created by or
associated with the project on a short-term or a long-term basis
(for example: traffic, construction, operation, other)? Indicate
what hours noise would come from the site.
Roadway reconstruction projects that may take place under these
standards would generate construction-related noise.
3) Proposed measures to reduce or control noise impacts, if any:
Construction-related noise that occurs due to projects that fall under
these standards would be mitigated using Best Management
Practices.
8. Land and Shoreline Use
a. What is the current use of the site and adjacent properties?
Current use of Meeker Street is vehicle throughput, as well as bicyclist
and pedestrian travel. Adjacent properties include commercial,
residential and civic uses, as well as vacant land, trails and recreation
facilities.
b. Has the site been used for agriculture? If so, describe.
n/a
c. Describe any structures on the site.
Adjacent properties contain various structures.
d. Will any structures be demolished? If so, what?
The standards do not intend for future projects to impact buildings.
e. What is the current zoning classification of the site?
Adjacent properties are zoned General Commercial, General
Commercial – Mixed Use, Community Commercial – Mixed Use,
Medium Density Multifamily and Downtown Commercial Enterprise.
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f. What is the current comprehensive plan designation of the site?
Urban Center, Mixed Use, Medium Density Multifamily (adjacent
properties)
g. If applicable, what is the current shoreline master program designation
of the site?
The shoreline designation immediately adjacent to the Green River is
Urban Conservancy-Open Space.
h. Has any part of the site been classified as an "environmentally
sensitive" area? If so, specify.
No
i. Approximately how many people would reside or work in the
completed project?
The project is for street design, which could be an incentive for
development adjacent to Meeker Street which could include residential
or commercial components.
j. Approximately how many people would the completed project
displace?
n/a
k. Proposed measures to avoid or reduce displacement impacts, if any:
n/a
l. Proposed measures to ensure the proposal is compatible with existing
and projected land uses and plans, if any.
Proposed standards are consistent with Comprehensive Plan goals
and policies, the Downtown Strategic Action Plan, Economic
Development plan, and many goals and policies in the Transportation
Master Plan.
9. Housing
a. Approximately how many units would be provided, if any? Indicate
whether high, middle, or low income housing.
Depending on the proposed number of housing units, new residential
development along the corridor would undergo environmental review.
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b. Approximately how many units, if any, would be eliminated? Indicate
whether high, middle, or low income housing.
New development could displace existing units along the corridor and
may need to undergo environmental review.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control housing impacts, if any.
n/a
10. Aesthetics
a. What is the tallest height of any proposed structure(s), not including
antennas; what is the principal exterior building material(s) proposed?
No structures proposed.
b. What views in the immediate vicinity would be altered or obstructed?
Views of street may be impacted by addition of more street trees.
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control aesthetic impacts, if any.
New standards increase aesthetics of the area through beautification
(e.g., planted medians, flower baskets, etc.).
11. Light and Glare
a. What type of light or glare will the proposals produce? What time of
day would it mainly occur?
Pedestrian-scale illumination is added to the existing highway lighting
in the standards. This lighting would occur after dark.
b. Could light or glare from the finished project be a safety hazard or
interfere with views?
Pedestrian-scale lighting should increase safety of area.
c. What existing off-site sources of light or glare may affect your
proposal?
n/a
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d. Proposed measures to reduce or control light and glare impacts, if
any.
Proposed luminaires are downward facing.
12. Recreation
a. What designated and informal recreational opportunities are in the
immediate vicinity?
Green River and Interurban trails, as well as Riverbend Golf Complex
and Uplands Playfields are all in the vicinity.
b. Would the proposed project displace any existing recreational uses?
If so, describe.
n/a
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts on recreation,
including recreation opportunities to be provided by the project or
applicant, if any.
Standards call for a new non-motorized connection between existing
trails, boosting recreation opportunities as construction occurs.
13. Historic and Cultural Preservation
a. Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national,
state or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site?
If so, generally describe.
No, state databases show no places or objects of historic or cultural
significance within the corridor area.
b. Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic,
archaeological, scientific, or cultural importance known to be on or
next to the site.
n/a
c. Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any.
n/a
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14. Transportation
a. Identify public streets and highways serving the site, and describe
proposed access to the existing street system. Show on site plans, if
any.
Meeker Street connects to Kent-Des Moines Road/State Route
516/Willis Street, as well as Washington Avenue N/West Valley Highway.
Many public streets cross Meeker Street including Russell Road, 64th
Avenue South, Thompson Avenue North, 6th Avenue North/South,
Naden Avenue South, Madison Avenue, 7th Avenue North, Lincoln
Avenue North, 4th Avenue North/South, 2nd Avenue North/South, 1st
Avenue North/South, Railroad Avenue North/South, and Central
Avenue North/South.
b. Is site currently served by public transit? If not, what is the
approximate distance to the nearest transit stop?
Yes, several bus stops exist along Meeker Street. The corridor is a
planned RapidRide route in King County Metro’s long range plan.
c. How many parking spaces would the completed project have? How
many would the project eliminate?
The standards propose adding on-street parking to segments of
Meeker Street. Redevelopment of some parcels may result in impacts
to existing parking lots.
d. Will the proposal require any new roads or streets, or improvements to
existing roads or streets, not including driveways? If so, generally
describe (indicate whether public or private).
Standards will require streetscape improvements to Meeker Street and
intersections, including bicycle infrastructure, pedestrian walkways,
buffer zones with landscaping and amenities, planted medians, curb
bulbs at intersections, midblock crossings, and more.
e. Will the project use (or occur in the immediate vicinity of) water, rail, or
air transportation? If so, generally describe.
n/a
f. How many vehicular trips per day would be generated by the
completed project? If known, indicate when peak volumes would
occur.
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Increased vehicle trips may result from beautification efforts (i.e.,
people visiting the area who would not have visited before) as well as
economic revitalization (increased development); however, vehicle trips
may be reduced by the multimodal infrastructure that is planned under
the standards, as well as a shift in commuter traffic to the parallel high-
speed facility on SR-516.
g. Proposed measures to reduce or control transportation impacts, if any.
Standards would reduce transportation impacts by shifting available
trip modes to more non-motorized travel. Standards would also serve to
divert commuter traffic to parallel high-speed route (SR-516).
15. Public Services
a. Would the project result in an increased need for public services (for
example: fire protection, police protection, health care, schools,
other)? If so, generally describe.
n/a
b. Proposed measures to reduce or control direct impacts on public
services, if any.
n/a
16. Utilities
a. Circle utilities currently available at the site: electricity, natural gas,
water, refuse service, telephone, sanitary sewer, septic system, other.
Utilities exist under the roadway.
b. Describe the utilities that are proposed for the project, the utilities
providing the service and the general construction activities on the site
or in the immediate vicinity, which might be needed.
Utility service not proposed to change under standards.
C. SIGNATURE
The above answers are true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I
understand that the lead agency is relying on them to make its decision.
Signature:
Date:
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DO NOT USE THIS SHEET FOR PROJECT ACTIONS
D. SUPPLEMENTAL SHEET FOR NONPROJECT ACTIONS
Because these questions are very general, it may be helpful to read them
in conjunction with the list of the elements of the environment.
When answering these questions, be aware of the extent the proposal, or
the types of activities likely to result from the proposal, would affect the
item at a greater intensity or at a faster rate than if the proposal were not
implemented. Respond briefly and in general terms.
1. How would the proposal be likely to increase discharge to water;
emission to air; production, storage, or release of toxic or hazardous
substances; or production of noise?
Future development along the corridor that may result from increased
investment in the street under these standards may affect discharge to
water, emission to air, production, storage or release of toxic or
hazardous substances that would be typical of residential or
commercial development.
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce such increases are:
Regulations are in place to mitigate impacts.
2. How would the proposal be likely to affect plants, animals, fish, or
marine life?
Future development of roadway may remove vegetation in planter
strips adjacent to roadway.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve plants, animals, fish, or
marine life?
Regulations are in place to protect wetlands and streams; standards
would increase the level of overall vegetation compared to current
standards.
3. How would the proposal be likely to deplete energy or natural
resources?
Future development along the corridor that may result from increased
investment in the street under these standards will utilize energy or
natural resources at levels typical of residential or commercial uses.
Proposed measures to protect or conserve energy and natural
resources are:
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The City promotes conservation of energy and natural resources.
4. How would the proposal be likely to use or affect environmentally
sensitive areas or areas designated (or eligible or under study) for
governmental protection; such as parks, wilderness, wild and scenic
rivers, threatened or endangered species habitat, historic or cultural
sites, wetlands, floodplains, or prime farmlands?
The proposal is unlikely to affect sensitive areas.
Proposed measures to protect such resources or to avoid or reduce
impacts are:
Regulations are in place for protection of environmentally sensitive
areas from development impacts.
5. How would the proposal be likely to affect land and shoreline use,
including whether it would allow or encourage land or shoreline uses
incompatible with existing plans?
The proposal promotes many land use goals from existing and
adopted plans such as the Comprehensive Plan (which has goals and
policies related to increasing non-motorized travel).
Proposed measures to avoid or reduce shoreline and land use
impacts are:
n/a
6. How would the proposal be likely to increase demands on
transportation or public services and utilities?
The draft standards are intended to attract development generally,
which may increase transportation demands in ways typical of
commercial or residential development; however, the standards also
mitigate for that increased demand on transportation by providing non-
motorized facilities so that not every trip needs to be made in a single-
occupancy vehicle.
Proposed measures to reduce or respond to such demand(s) are:
Regulations are in place to mitigate impacts to transportation or public
services and utilities.
7. Identify, if possible, whether the proposal may conflict with local, state,
or federal laws or requirements for the protection of the environment.
The proposal is unlikely to conflict with other local, state or federal
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The Kent Downtown Partnership (KDP) as met on several occasions to review the proposed street scape
design and construction standards in the Meet Me on Meeker project.
KDP appointed a Task Force which consisted of Randall Smith, President, Suzanne Cameron, Chair of
Design, Greg Haffner, Board Legal Counsel, Jeff Middleton, Owner of Exhibition Automotive/Car Star and
Barbara Smith, Executive Director of KDP.
In walking the area and actually “seeing” W. Meeker from the 167 Highway overpass on Meeker to 4th
Avenue the following was determined:
We identified that from 167 Highway overpass to 4th Avenue on Meeker St., it should be thought
of as the “transition area”.
What we are requesting is that the city would install their recommended streetscape design and
construction standards as stated in the proposal from west of the 167 overpass on Meeker St.
From the 167 overpass on Meeker St., to 4th Avenue, our newly identified “transition area”,
would include the following streetscape designs:
o Lighting: Remove the green historical light poles from 167 overpass (including any on
the side streets) to 4th Avenue and reinstall them in the historic part of downtown (4th
Avenue to Central Avenue, Titus Street to Harrison St. Locations to be mutually agreed
upon.
o Lighting: Current cobra lights are fine to leave up in the “transition area” unless the city
decides to go with the AEC Illumination Corporations example in the proposal. (Do we
want to specify what type of overhanging light poles we want in the historic area? If
yes, what is the agreed design?)
o Bollards: In transition area we prefer the Light Column Bollard, LBLCO-504 (page 43);
green bollards in historic area.
o Benches: The bench type in the transition area should be Bench Type 1; in the historic
area, continue with the black benches. Cascade Recreation, SiteScapes Model WP-
11001DG 6’ bench, steel bar ends, horizontal straps, center armrest, DuraCoat finish.
Don’t forget to add the arms in the middle of the benches a sit discourages sleeping on
the benches.
o Trash Receptacles: In the transition area we prefer the 16 gallon model, #Dispatch
SLDIS216; in the historical area, continue with the trash receptacles that KDP has
recently purchased; Victor Stanley, Dunkirk, MD, DYN-SD-36 Dynasty Series, 36 gallon,
side opening litter receptacle, DYN-SD-36 Components, Metallic Powder Coat, Titanium
with black plastic liner and S2A-dome lid and latch.
o Bicycle Racks: In the transition area we prefer the Twist model. In the historic district;
has not been determined.
o Planters: In the transition area we prefer the Crest Round, QR-CRE363P. In the historic
area we prefer using the planters that we have already been replacing the green
planters with; Ornamental Stone, Allyn, WA, Xinh collection 28” dia X 24” high planter-
Color Bark…we also order 16” Dia x 20” high planters-Color Straw, 20” dia X 26: high
planter, Color Straw, 24” dia X 31” high planter-Color Bark
o Grates: In the transition area, be aware that in the historic area we have square grates.
o Manhole Covers: In the transition area, we have no preference. In the historic area we
have the regular covers; it would be nice to have something that looks historic but not
critical.
o Roof Lighting: In the design standards we would like the city to include mandatory roof
lighting as we have done in the historic area of downtown. It would be nice to see these
roof lights in the transition area as well.
o Gateway: New signage will be needed to identify the historic area.
Randall Smith, President, Kent Downtown Partnership
Barbara Smith, Executive Director, Kent Downtown Partnership
202 W. Gowe Street, Suite A, Kent, WA, 98032
253-813-6976, barbaras@kentdowntown.org
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To: Mayor Cooke November 16, 2017
From: Kent Bicycle Advisory Board (KBAB)
Cc: Tim LaPorte
Julie Parascondola
Ben Wolters
Hayley Bonsteel
Subject: Meet Me on Meeker (MMoM)
KBAB at our October 30th meeting, the board agreed to send the City of Kent a letter
recommending that Kent proceed with the MMoM vision for Meeker Street.
In this vision we see the potential for many citizens of Kent to use the proposed walk zone and
bike path. This vision would give pedestrians a walk zone that promotes walking to stores,
transit stops and schools. It also provides a bike path that people would use when riding to
stores, jobs, and schools. There are an abundance of benefits realized by those that choose to
use this promenade and mixed use pedestrian and bicycle path.
As the first step, the Marque on Meeker project starts the bigger MMoM vision with the new
Green River Trail connection on the south side of Meeker. The residents of this project will have
multiple locations where they can access the Green River Trail. The separated bike path
addresses the safety concerns of many riders that prefer to be separated from the vehicles and
pedestrians when they are riding.
We encourage the City of Kent to commit to timely completion of the projects needed for
MMoM so that the benefits can be realized. The MMoM project is an essential part of the
KBAB’s long term plan of an East-West bicycle connection from the West Hill to the East Hill. It
will intersect popular North-South routes connecting transit and popular trail access points. We
encourage the City of Kent to work with other municipalities, King County and t he State of
Washington to design and fund connecting bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure that will
benefit all residents of the area.
Signed (or approved by e-mail by the following board members)
Mel Roberts, chairman Frank Boosman Karen Chandler
Rich Davis Scott Taylor Nick Swan
Andy Sobczyk Craig Fuller Brandon Swanson
Dmitriy Zhuravel
Date Commenter Name Page Number Comment Designer Response
9/27/2017 Mel Roberts KBAB filed: KBAB-MMoM-Comments-Sep2017xls N/A
all
The path way should be referred to as a cycle track for devices with wheels
and it should be separated visually from the walk way for pedestrians.
all
It seems like there are very few references to bicycles (there should almost
be one for one for every reference to pedestrian).
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Does this document over ride the TMP?
"This document establishes a distinct set of guidelines
for the Meeker Street corridor superseding the
City of Kent Downtown Design Guidelines and all
other previous City of Kent visioning documents."
all
About 3 development projects are seen currently - Marquee on Meeker,
Cancer Care site and Naden Property. How will the city get the rest of the
properties built to this standard. Is there a project based commitment to
build all of this in a few years?
all
If this is just a glorious aspiration, resulting in a mismash of cycle track pieces,
then I would rather leave the bike lanes where they are currently located.
all
One ugh part of developing one property at time is lack of connected pieces
of a cycle track. It is shear terror to have a hodge podge of facilities.
all
Kent owns and needs to develop the cycle track on its properties i.e., the
driving range and the putt putt golf course.
all
Does MMoM result in a vivable route nand project(s) that will get all ages
abilities from the housing units to the Transit Center?
all
Is the city of Kent readly in some locations to give up a travel lane or a
parking lane to provide room for a continuous cycle track??
all
The plan view are lablel as to which way is North nor are the cross sections
labeled as to which side is the south side.
all
In the plan views, it would be helpful if the travel lanes and turn lanes had
direction of travel arrows in them, and the parking lanes to say or show a "P"
for parking.
all
Surface textures seem excessive. The example that I use for this is West Lake
cycle track in Seattle, where I overheard a mom tell her preschooler that the
grey (concrete) was for walking and the black (asphalt) was for the bicycle.
and the preschool shoulder stay in the grey section. Not so easy in the Kent
Cover
The cover looks like the cycle track is full of walkers. The picture could look
down the walkway with walkers on the sidewalk and look across the
vegetation to the riders using the cycle track.
33
Is there a way to lock up a bicycle in this rack? Are you providing WiFi,so I can
ride up and use my computer while setting on the bike?
4, 5
It seems like the minimum width for this cycle track should be 10 feet. A
centerline stripe and side stripes would be smart in this project. It helps keep
the riders in the cycle track and helps keep the walkers out of it. Planter strip
shown is a geat separator for ped and bikes.
before pg 7
Where is the taper from the 2 lane Green River bidge to the 3 lanes plus
parking on page 7 (west of the west entrance to the Marquee on Meeker
project?
10 "A"
Expected no parking on the north – In the
existing width of the road, north bike lane
moved to south side and became half of
the parking. No parking needed on north
for golfing. Northside vehicle users are not
safe crossing the street.
10 "A"
Putting parked vehicles
next to the traffic lane
increases the risk of a
“door zone” accidents.
A step backwards from
a safety viewpoint.
10 "A" and 26
Shown on pg 10 is a left turn lane EB. Need to have a WB merge lane from
the new Marquee intersection, Need to modified a minor intersection pg 26,
into a "Tee" intesection for the west entrance to Marquee on Meeker. With
left or right turns in and left or right turns out (not shown).
26
Need separated Ped and bicycle crosswalks! Cycle track should go sgtraight
across the intersection. Move traffic signal pole (5/6' south) out of cycle
track.
24
Mid-block crossings that are raised result in the drivers doing a better job of
looking for walkers and riders. What's here is good. Mark separate ped and
bike crosswalks.
10, 26, 12
Intersection for golf course (north) and apts, putt putt and driving
range(South) intersection needs east and west bound left turn lanes on
Meeker St. Not specified on current drawings.
A-1, pg12
South side of Section A-1 removes s. side parking seems like the parking could
stay - but some of the putt putt parking becomes the cycle track.
26
Russell Rd intersection. Minor intersection with 3 lane in from the west and
3 lanes out to the east could work if there were 3 lanes in from the north.
new page
Mid way between the New mid-block crossing west of Washington and
Washington, there needs to be plan view that shows that the roadbed
trapers from 3 lanes with parking to 5 lanes with parking.
???Are there any driveways into businesses along any of the street plan sections?
intersections What are the plans for school safe cross walks --I've haven't looked at this….
From: Sidhu, Maan S.
To: Bonsteel, Hayley
Cc: Brown, Rob; Strand, Christina; Palisoc, Felixberto
Subject: RE: Meeker Design Standards
Date: Monday, November 6, 2017 11:57:37 AM
Attachments: Meet Me on Meeker Traffic Analysis - Final 2_17_2017.pdf
Hi Haley,
Thank you for the opportunity to provide feedback on the Meeker traffic analysis. Our comments are
bulleted below and are marked-up in the attached PDF. If you have any questions, please feel free to
give me a call.
Thanks again,
Maan Sidhu PE
Office 206.440.4417 | Fax 206.440.4804
WSDOT Traffic on the Web: Twitter, Seattle Traffic
Existing Conditions
1. Page 4 - Please include the NB and SB SR 167 ramp terminal intersections in the analysis.
These intersections are integral to the progression of city traffic across either side of SR 167.
If the 2-3 Lane alternative is considered further, the operation of these intersections will
become more important to intra-city travel as diversion becomes a consideration.
Corridor Alternatives
2. Page 12 - If the 2-3 Lane Alternative is considered further, please conduct additional
analysis. Analysis should investigate the level of diversion to SR 516 and address impacts to
operation on SR 516, SR 181, and the ramp terminal intersections.
Appendix B, SR 516/Meeker
3. If intersection revisions are made at SR 516 and Meeker, please consider making
improvements on all legs to enhance pedestrian and bike accessibility and safety, e.g.
remove islands and change right-turn slip to a parallel turn lane, bring all movements under
signal control.
4. Removing the southbound right turn lane will have impacts to southbound traffic. Please
evaluate the SR 516 southbound approach leg level of service for existing and build
conditions. Please provide 95th percentile queue and delay.
5. Development and improvements along Meeker will attract pedestrians and bicyclists. Please
consider planning facilities for these users on both Meeker and Reith.
Appendix B, Meeker St b/w Green River and 64th
6. Please verify queues from the intersection of SR 516 and Meeker do not impact the
intersection operation at Russell Road. Also consider providing approach leg results.
Appendix B, Meeker St b/w 64th and Washington
7. For the 2-3 Lane Alternative, projected queues extend beyond 64th Ave in the PM peak
period (over 1700’). Please review LOS results for 64th/Meeker if these queues are being
incorporated into the analysis. Please consider providing approach leg results.
8. Please analyze the impacts to the 181/Meeker intersection. Verify all inbound traffic be
accommodated within 600' during the PM peak period (NB LT, EB Thru, SB RT).
Appendix B, Washington/Meeker
9. Please provide the queue lengths and delay for north and southbound SR 181 for the
different alternatives.
From: Bonsteel, Hayley [mailto:HBonsteel@kentwa.gov]
Sent: Monday, October 09, 2017 1:16 PM
To: Ott, Sarah <OttSara@wsdot.wa.gov>
Cc: Brown, Rob <RBrown@kentwa.gov>; Strand, Christina <StrandC@wsdot.wa.gov>
Subject: RE: Meeker Design Standards
Hi Sarah,
Thanks for these comments. I’m attaching the traffic analysis here. Note that we are not considering
a road diet for the area around 181, which will remain 5 lanes as it is today. Let me know if you have
any questions about this.
We will be sure to add a note about public art features needing a WSDOT public art plan for
locations at the 181 intersection.
Thanks!
Hayley Bonsteel, AICP, Senior Long Range Planner & GIS Coordinator
Planning Services | Economic & Community Development
400 West Gowe, Kent, WA 98032
Main 253-856-5454 | Direct 253-856-5441
hbonsteel@KentWA.gov
CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON
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From: Ott, Sarah [mailto:OttSara@wsdot.wa.gov]
Sent: Thursday, October 5, 2017 5:20 PM
To: Bonsteel, Hayley <HBonsteel@kentwa.gov >
Cc: Brown, Rob <RBrown@kentwa.gov>; Strand, Christina <StrandC@wsdot.wa.gov>
Subject: RE: Meeker Design Standards
Hi Hayley,
Just a few comments:
Page 16 – eastbound lane configuration has been reduced from two eastbound lanes to one
eastbound lane. We need a traffic analysis to support this road diet as it could have impacts
with SR 181.
Page 34 – public art features on state routes need to follow the guidelines in WSDOT’s Design
Manual chapter 950. A public art plan will be required.
Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you,
Sarah Ott, P.E.
King Area Traffic Engineer
WSDOT Northwest Region
OttSara@wsdot.wa.gov
P: (206) 440-4387
From: Bonsteel, Hayley [mailto:HBonsteel@kentwa.gov]
Sent: Monday, October 02, 2017 7:41 AM
To: Ott, Sarah <OttSara@wsdot.wa.gov>
Subject: Meeker Design Standards
Hello Sarah,
I’m looking forward to receiving your comments on our draft standards for the Meet Me on Meeker
overlay. Not sure if you are aware that Roger Millar helped kickstart this project right before he took
his new job at WSDOT J - one of his last projects with Smart Growth America. We’re very excited to
be reaching this milestone in the project!
We are on a tight timeline and were hoping to go to public hearing on October 23rd, if we can get a
more finalized draft by then (we have many staff comments that have yet to be incorporated into
the draft we sent to the state, which is still a little rough). I was wondering if you could give me a
sense for whether your comments might substantially change the standards or whether they will be
minor enough to be incorporated after a public hearing.
Happy to discuss by phone today if you’re able – I am available pretty much all day.
Let me know what you think, thanks!
Cheers,
Hayley Bonsteel, AICP, Senior Long Range Planner & GIS Coordinator
Planning Services | Economic & Community Development
400 West Gowe, Kent, WA 98032
Main 253-856-5454 | Direct 253-856-5441
hbonsteel@KentWA.gov
CITY OF KENT, WASHINGTON
KentWA.gov Facebook Twitter YouTube
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FROM: Tim LaPorte, P.E., Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Information Only/Naden Avenue Property – Potential Local
Improvement District (LID)
SUMMARY: As noted in previous Council meetings by Ben Wolters, Economic
Community Development (ECD) Director, and Kurt Hanson, ECD Deputy Director, the
city is planning to surplus the properties assembled in the vicinity of Naden Avenue
between Willis Street and Meeker Street. These properties have been owned by the
city for some time.
A number of infrastructure improvements will be needed to develop the property
including a new right-in right-out turn lane from Willis Street (SR 516), a water main
loop for fire flow demand for the proposed new structures, storm drainage facilities,
etc.
City staff are reviewing the advantages to the city to form a Local Improvement
District (LID) to finance some of these infrastructure improvements to facilitate the
development and make it more attractive to potential investors.
Staff will present potential LID boundaries and other considerations for this potential
process. No decisions have been made at this time.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
NO MOTION REQUIRED/INFORMATION ONLY
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FROM: Bill Thomas, Street Superintendent
THROUGH: Dave Brock, P.E., Deputy Public Works Director / Operations Manager
SUBJECT: Information Only/Snow and Ice Preparations - Update
SUMMARY: Staff will present information on our annual Snow and Ice Response
Preparedness. The information provided will better inform the committee on the
City’s plan to respond to severe winter weather.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
NO MOTION REQUIRED/INFORMATION ONLY
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J. LaPorte, P.E. Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 400 West Gowe Street
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee
FROM: Bryan Bond, Engineering Project Coordinator
THROUGH: Dave Brock, P.E. Deputy Director / Operations Manager
SUBJECT: Information Only/640 Pressure Zone Update
SUMMARY: Staff will provide a status update on the 640 Pressure Zone and projects
projected to go to bid in 2018.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: Costs for this project will be paid from the water utility.
NO MOTION REQUIRED/INFORMATION ONLY
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Peterson, AICP, Transportation Manager
THROUGH: Chad Bieren, P.E. Deputy Director / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Information Only/Meeker Street Underpass Lighting
SUMMARY: The Economic and Community Development Department (ECD) worked
with the Kent Downtown Partnership to secure funding for colorful LED lighting for the
Meeker Street/SR167 underpass. Public Works was brought in last summer to assist
ECD with the development of specifications and advertise the project for bids. The bids
were opened in September and all bids exceeded the engineer’s estimate. The bids
were analyzed and it was noted that the cost for the light fixtures was higher than
anticipated
Traffic Signal staff researched sources for the light fixtures and found suppliers
throughout the country with significantly lower prices. As a result, the fixtures have
been purchased directly by the City consistent with the purchasing policy. The City has
talented traffic signal technicians with the technical expertise to complete the
installation. Work plans have been adjusted to complete this project in-house and
within budget. Half of the fixtures have arrived and work will commence in December.
Signal tech crews will complete the project as expeditiously as possible, but traffic
signal issues will remain their first priority. The project is expected to be complete
early in 2018.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: Within established budgets.
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Peterson, AICP, Transportation Manager
THROUGH: Chad Bieren, P.E. Deputy Director / City Engineer
SUBJECT: Information Only/Mill Creek Parking Issues
SUMMARY: The Sounder train has become very popular since service (Seattle to
Tacoma) began in 2000. Ridership has increased significantly and additional trains
were added in 2017. With the popularity of the Sounder, parking demand has
exceeded available parking supply. Sound Transit has funding for a second parking
garage that will provide 490-550 additional parking stalls, which is slated to open in
approximately 2023. The location of the second garage was approved by Sound
Transit in November 2017. The next steps include environmental review, design and
construction.
As a result of increased trains ridership and residents in the Mill Creek neighborhood
have contacted the City with concerns about train commuters parking on public roads
in the neighborhoods. Staff will be evaluating the impact of commuter parking and
potential solutions to parking concerns.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: None
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED
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PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
Timothy J LaPorte P.E., Public Works Director
Phone: 253-856-5500
Fax: 253-856-6500
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA 98032-5895
DATE: December 4, 2017
TO: Public Works Committee Members
FROM: Kelly Peterson, AICP Transportation Manager
SUBJECT: Information Only/Quiet Zone - Update
SUMMARY: Staff will update the committee on progress to date on the Quiet Zone.
EXHIBIT: None
BUDGET IMPACT: N/A
INFORMATION ONLY/NO MOTION REQUIRED