EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY		CONTACT:	Tim Cox, 425-556-2334
October 19, 2007			Marta Gronlund, 425-638-2333

Groundbreaking for Grass Lawn Park Improvements

The public is invited to attend a groundbreaking celebration with Redmond Mayor, Rosemarie Ives on Friday, October 26 at 11am in Grass Lawn Park, 7031 148th Avenue NE, Redmond.

This celebration marks the beginning of construction for Phase III of the park’s improvements. Previous improvements have included improved tennis courts and the soccer and softball fields.

The cornerstone of the Phase III improvements is a new community building and patio that will serve as a place for neighborhood gatherings and picnics, as well as drop-in relaxation and programmed use. The 1400 square foot pavilion will include restrooms; large doorways that open fully to create an open, airy feel; a fireplace; outdoor space heaters under the portico and art.

Also included in the project is a second building to expand existing operations and maintenance facilities and outdoor recreation facilities, such as a boulder climbing area, children’s play and spray equipment, pathways and a resurfaced basketball court.

The entire project is designed to incorporate environmentally sustainable design features. Rain gardens, pervious pavement for pathways and courts, natural detention of storm water and a “green” roof on the maintenance structure are all contributing to lessen the project’s impact on the environment. The incorporation of these features into the design has been facilitated by a $470,000 grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology.

For information on the project, contact Time Cox, Parks Planning Manager at 425-556-2334 or tcox@redmond.gov.

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