Luther Burbank Minor Capital Levy
Project Details/Neighborhood
- Luther Burbank Park
Background
Roads, docks, sports courts, turf areas, restrooms, facilities, parking lots, trails, and shoreline have suffered from extended deferred maintenance. These areas need ongoing minor repair. On a recurring basis, equipment, facilities, and amenities must be repaired or replaced as they reach the end of their useful lifecycle.
Description
Repairs and minor improvements to Luther Burbank Park infrastructure, equipment, and amenities consistent with the 2006 Luther Burbank Park Master Plan and the 2008 Parks Levy. Meets ongoing needs for repair and replacement of infrastructure, including trees, docks, pathways, trails, fixtures, drainage, electrical, plumbing, landscaping, etc. Upgrades and current needs are included in project scope.
Project Timeline (Target Completion)
Q4 2023
Estimated Budget
2021 $95,000
2022 $104,000
Contact
Paul West, City of Mercer Island Project Manager: (206)275-7833 or paul.west@mercerisland.gov
Status Updates
May 2022 Update
Photo 1: Luther Burbank Boiler Building view
The Design Team is working on 30% design.
Staff is applying for grants in June. Letters of support are welcome!
February 2022 Update
Staff have been coordinating scopes of work with the Luther Docks project. A geotechnical contract to serve both projects has been developed with Geoengineers. Consultant selection for this phase of work is underway
November 2021 Update
Photo: Luther Burbank Park Swim Beach Piling Removal
Three creosote pilings at Luther Burbank Swim Beach were removed and replaced with four buoys in October. Temporary buoys are installed until the permanent buoys arrive. Luther Burbank docks short term repairs are in final permitting and should be bid in December.
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