New restrooms, a children’s play area and a second picnic shelter are among proposed changes on the drawing board for Owen Beach in Point Defiance Park.

Metro Parks has $4.6 million in funding for the project, including $2.25 million from the state Recreation and Conservation Office. Other costs will be covered as part of the $198 million capital improvement bond approved by Metro Parks voters in 2014.

The tentative timeline:

• Late 2017: Finish design
• Summer 2018 to spring 2019:Construction
• Summer 2019: Grand re-opening

Objectives:	Principles:
Improve existing facilities Renovate and add restrooms Renovate and add picnic shelter Concession/kayaks Parking and access Create engaging and appropriate playspace Upgrade utilities and fire safety Improve beach access	Improve public experience Respect historic cultural and natural atmosphere Balance needs of people and habitat Design infrastructure for the next 50 years Sustainable design – economic and environmental

Parking and Circulation
These aim to improve access to the beach.

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Stormwater and Utilities
Much of the work under consideration for Owen Beach would be hidden.

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Concessions and other amenities

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Shoreline improvements
Many of the ideas shown here are meant to improve access to the beach without hurting the natural appearance that brings so many people there.

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Remember that elements from several designs can be included in the final, preferred design.

Questions/Comments? Contact Project Administrator Kristi Evans at (253) 305-1054.