Owen Beach
at Point Defiance Park
5400 N. Pearl St.
Tacoma, WA 98407

Project Manager
Kristi Evans
(253) 305-1054
kristie@tacomaparks.com

New restrooms, improved parking and a second picnic shelter are among proposed changes on the drawing board for Owen Beach in Point Defiance Park.

Milestones (Estimated)

• Beach Pop-up Meeting: Aug 26, 2016
• Community Meeting #1: Dec 7, 2016
• Community Meeting #2: Feb 10, 2018
• Community Meeting #3: TBD
• Design & Permitting: Q3 2017-Q3 2019
• Construction (Park Closed): Q4 2019 - Q2 2020
• Grand Re-opening: Q3 2020

Funding

• $3.1m Construction Budget
• State RCO Grant & 2014 Park Bond

Improvements

• 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

Guiding Principles

• Design for a more equitable experience with greater access & mobility options
• Restore ecological functions and aesthetics
• Respond to the cultural and social history of the tribes & all park users

Design Documents

• Design Options