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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPresentation - Trails - FinalRenton Trails Update System Overview, Partnerships, and Next Steps COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMITTEE JASON LEDERER, PARKS PLANNING MANAGER April 13, 2026 Alignment with Master Plans Comprehensive Plan Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Plan Trails and Bicycle Master Plan Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) Downtown Civic Core and Action Plan Community Plans Trails are a consistent priority across Renton’s planning framework Why Trails Matter in Renton Improve safety and accessibility Connect neighborhoods, parks, and destinations Support active transportation and recreation Promote physical and environmental health Advance equity and access Strengthen the local economy and community Trails are critical infrastructure – not just amenities Renton’s Vision for Trails* Improve safety for non-motorized use and facilities Develop an interconnected trail network Improve the health of the community through sustainable design and increase the rates of walking, running, and bicycling Ensure that all members of the community have equitable access to walking and bicycling facilities Enhance the economy and vibrancy of the community by increasing walking and bicycling An integrated trail and bicycle system that connects neighborhoods, community spaces, and the region *2019 Trails and Bicycle Master Plan Regional Significance of Renton’s Trail System Renton Regional Context Local Context Role of Renton Parks & Recreation Lead engagement for Renton and partner agencies and projects Supervision of King County Parks Levy – funded FTE System planning and master planning Capital project delivery Operations and Maintenance (11 trail miles + Intra-park pathways) Recreation programming and activation Interagency coordination Partnership development Parks and Recreation helps lead and coordinate trail efforts across the City Community Input (PROS Plan) Trails are a core transportation and recreation network Not just building trails – safe access is critical Strong support for “fix-it-first” investments Desire for expanded connectivity Source: 2026 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan How would our community spend $100? King County Parks Levy Major opportunity to advance critical city trail projects Parks and Recreation leading interagency coordination with King County Cross-departmental collaboration with PW and CED Key Projects: Lake to Sound Trail (Segment D) Eastrail (MP 5 to Coulon S. Entrance) Connections through City Center Soos Creek Trail Lake 2 Sound Trail (Segment D) Eastrail Downtown Connections Implementation Planning 2019 Trails and Bicycle Master Plan Existing and Proposed Network and Project Map Levy funding helps accelerate delivery of priority projects Soos Creek Trail Other Trails Partnership Implementation Efforts Regional Partnerships Eastrail regional partnership Leafline Trails Coalition Agency Partnerships King County Parks WSDOT I-405 Trail Connections City of Newcastle Eastrail Implementation Planning May Creek Trail Springbrook Trail Cedar River Trail Kenyon- Dobson Cougar Mountain Local Trails Projects Northeast Renton Park May Valley Trail Cleveland – Richardson Park Talbot Road S. Bike Lanes Future Panther Creek Trail Same Chastain Waterfront Trail Activating natural areas and open space Lake to Sound Trail: West Segment May Creek Trail Cedar River Natural Area Maintenance and Renovations Northeast Renton Park May Creek Trail South Lake to Sound Trail Implementation Planning Sam Chastain Waterfront Trail Cedar River Natural Area Cleveland- Richardson Park Cross-Departmental Collaboration Public Works - Transportation Trails and Bicycle Master Plan ROW Projects Citywide Frontage Improvements Public Works – Surface Water Conserving and activating parks and natural areas Community and Economic Development Development Reviews Citywide land use applications & SEPA Community planning documents 2019 Trails and Bicycle Master Plan Existing and Proposed Network and Project Map Renton Connector Oakesdale Avenue Bike Lanes Longacres Development Implementation Planning Ginger Creek Watershed Talbot Road S. Bike Lanes What’s Next? Build and maintain relationships Continue community dialogue to confirm priorities Review investment priorities and spending plan Quantify trail usage and statistics for informed decision making Bring visibility and activation to Renton’s trails Trails and Bicycle Master Plan update Key Takeaways Trails are a top community priority Trails function as critical infrastructure Parks and Recreation Department is positioned to lead Strong partnerships are in place We can move towards completion with funding, and staffing Strategic investments will deliver long-term benefits Thank you Let’s keep the momentum going!