Design Plan Description

The recently completed design study for Oak tree

Park is based on enhancing the current uses and attributes of the park in

conformance with the Strategic Plan. Paramount to the success of the park is the

completion of the section of the Water Ditch Trail from South Tacoma Way,

extending across S 74th Street. The completion of the trail section is considered

necessary to provide access for an important user group to lend a presence and

positive public use of the facility. Part of the concept for the park is to develop the

trails to a standard to allow their use by trail-bikes, a much needed outlet within

the city limits. This use will help establish Oak Tree Park as a destination site for

future trail users to come ride the trails, play on the playground, picnic, or

generally enjoy the unique wooded environment.

Other enhancements include replacement of the existing playground with a

themed play area, parking area upgrades, walking and bike-trail expansion and

upgrades, park signage, and native plant restoration. Opportunities have been

identified for providing interpretive signage throughout the park to tell stories

about the historical use of the property, the native vegetation, and the restoration

process to eliminate the invasive species and promote the health of the oak

forest.