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WUTTIPORN “LEK” TAKSINVARAJARN I PORTFOLIOUNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON
BACHELORS IN LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE II 2012CERTIFICATE IN URBAN DESIGN
MINORS IN ARCHITECTURE & ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION
Who Participated
MethodologyEmerging Trends
COVER
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BACK
A formal invitation from the JBLM Garrison Command was administered on November 4, 2011 by the JBLM Public Affairs Office providing a link to the web-based survey. The survey remained open for 5 weeks through December 9, 2011. It is important to note that this survey is a “snapshot” of the military profile in the region for November 2011. As base population is largely de-termined by policy decisions associated with national defense missions, its population can fluctuate and often results in varying demographic profiles.For more information on survey methodology and limitations, refer to the full survey report at www.jblm-growth.com.
Of the roughly 3,250 completed surveys, approximately 66 percent were com-pleted by active duty service members or their spouses. The remainder of survey was completed by Department of Defense civilian workforce, Reservists, or Na-tional Guard members. The service branch breakdown of respondents included approximately 80% Army and 16% Air Force active duty military personnel and their spouses, which is roughly commensurate of the representation on base. This summary provides an overview of primarily the active duty and spouse population. This is the segment of service member population that is the most difficult to gather data from due to the temporary nature of their initial housing when they sign in at JBLM.
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The map below indicates proportional survey response by location from active duty service members and spouses.
Roughly 70% of respondents plan to remain in the region for the next deployment. According to responses, this would be an increase of 15% from past deployments.
Mobility is a significant challenge to resolving many of the issues related to base operations, access to existing services, getting people to and from work, moving goods and services, and the quality of life of those who live in the study area. The following survey responses are indicators for potential behavioral changes that could reduce the approximately 152,000 vehicle trips per day to JBLM.
The following were the fields those planning on transitioning out of the military provided:
• Attend/finish college or university• Law enforcement/security-related• Civilian DOD/federal employment
• Information technology/ computer-related field
• Aviation-related/Mechanics• Engineering
Respondents were willing to rideshare to reduce congestion.
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Joint Base Lewis-McChord
Community Needs Survey SummaryUnderstanding the demographics of military personnel in the South Puget Sound region and their needs and preferences is critical for both Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and the communities surrounding the base. Until now, some but not all of this information has been gathered by a variety of public and private agencies, resulting in inconsistent and less reliable data to support area services. Working collaboratively, the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership (the Partnership) and JBLM conducted this Community Needs Survey of JBLM military personnel and their families and gathered baseline information from roughly 3,250 survey respondents. The information gained will be used to enhance the quality of life for military personnel and families by supporting strategies for higher quality neighborhoods, schools, housing, recreation opportunities, and other services.
The Community Needs Survey also explored preferences and needs related to commercial businesses, transportation, food options, family plans for deployments, and post military career plans. This data helps gage the changing needs and preferences of military families in the South Sound and could drive future trends for business opportunities and transportation management in the region. Responses provided insight to these matters but, in most cases, require additional exploration.
Survey responses indicate that more military families are intending stay in the region during deployments than anticipated, as well as possibly remain in the region after transitioning out of the military. This has regional implications for service providers and provides opportunities for economic growth.
30 - 37% of active duty personnel plan to transi-
tion out of the military with-in 5 years, and of those, 45% of off-base respon-
dents and 25% of on base respondents would like to
remain in the region.
Respondents were willing to use a shuttle on JBLM to and from buildings on-base.
• Contracting• Healthcare/medical• Self-employed/small business• Teaching
The Community Needs Survey was
prepared under contract with the
City of Lakewood, Washington with
financial support from the Depart-
ment of Defense Office of Economic
Adjustment and is a priority imple-
mentation action of the 2010 JBLM
Growth Coordination Plan. The Plan
was developed to support the mili-
tary presence in our communities by
identifying the underlying needs and
subsequent strategies to support the
significant rate of military population
growth and adapt to future JBLM
population fluctuations. The Part-
nership, which consists of local and
regional public agencies, was formed
during the Growth Coordination
Plan process and continues to be the
primary coordinating entity between
JBLM and surrounding communities.
survey
Survey Responses
snapshotJust as community members in
the South Sound are culturally and
demographically diverse, so too
are military service members and
families in the JBLM region. In fact,
military families today often mirror
the broader national demographic.
Based on survey response, here are
some general trends and observa-
tions about active duty military
personnel living both on and off base
in the South Sound region:
Growing Regional Economy
Reducing Regional Congestion
Active duty stationed at JBLM have a fairly broad spectrum of years of military service: roughly a third have less than 5 years of experience and more than half have less than 10 years of military experience.
Most active duty service members and their families live in Pierce County and Thurston County. The remainder live in King and other Outlying Counties
64%
<3%
32%Pierce
Thurston
King
most soldiers live here
DUPONTLAKEWOODTACOMALACEYWere the cities with the highest rate of response. Responses ranged between 10% and 16%.
75% 25%of active duty service members and their families live OFF-BASE.
of active duty service members and their families live ON-BASE.
of active duty respondents has been stationed at JBLM for a year or less.40%
of active duty respondents have been deployed. Of those who have been deployed, a third have been deployed more than 3 times.
77%
6 out of 10military households have children. 7 is the median age.
80% 16%
of active duty respondents and their spouses
are Army are Air Force
were willingwere undecided
respondents were not willing to rideshare
50% 25% 27%
2017
were undecidedover half of respondents were willing to use a shuttle
25%
ON-BASEBetter meal
options on baseMore flexible work hours
Public transit to on-base locations
The three top options that would help respondents reduce trips on and off JBLM included:
Better access to quality showers OFF-BASE
57% 33% 27%
42% 39% 39%
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
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GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
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GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration ProjectJeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1Polygon#2Polygon#3 ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
I CONTENT I
LANDSCAPE I URBAN DESIGN
INFORMATIONALGRAPHIC
DESIGN I BUILD
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2JBLM BROCHURE DESIGN AECOM, SEATTLEWINTER 2012
STAGE OF EMERGENCY SEATTLESPRING 2010
ICHIO ICHIE DESIGN BUILD NIKKEI MANOR INT’L DISTRICT,SEATTLEWINTER- SPRING 2012
CROATIA DESIGN AND BUILDRIJEKA,CROATIAFALL 2010
YESLER CREEK RESTORATION SEATTLE,WASHINGTONWINTER - SPRING 2012
TIANZHONG HOUSING DEVELOPMENTFUJIAN, CHINAWINTER - SPRING 2012
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STREAM OF CONSCIOUSNESSUBNA, SEATTLESPRING 2010
REGRADE PARKBELLTOWN,SEATTLEWINTER 2009
[EMERGENCY STAGE] Thunderstorm caused �re on
Pseudotsuga menziesi [B]
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4803 University View Pl NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Wuttiporn Taksinvarajarn (206) 696‐ 6484 [email protected]
EDUCATION
University of Washington: Seattle, WA
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture Cumulative GPA: 3.59/4.0
Minor in Architecture, Ecological Restoration, and Urban Planning
Certificate in Urban Design
SKILL AND INTERESTS
Excellent in hand graphic skills; perspective drawing and watercolor
Working in team with multi cultures and disciplinary
Ability to interact with wide varieties of cultures, organizing and planning events.
Proficient in Adobe suits, Sketch up, AutoCAD
Proficient in Thai and English, Intermediate in Mandarin
HONOR AND AWARD
ASLA Honor Award in Community Service, Croatia Design and Build 2011
WASLA Merit Award
Union Bay Natural Area Project 2011
Croatia Design and Build Project 2011
Ichio Ichie
WASLA Honor Award
Sketchbooks
Gunilla and Jerry Finrow Endowed Fellowship Scholarship, University of Washington 2010 ‐ 2011
Sakuma Scholarship, University of Washington 2011 ‐ 2012
Myer Wolfe Endowed Fund, University of Washington 2012 ‐ 2013
INTERNSHIP
AECOM: Seattle, Washington 01/2012 ‐ 03/2012
Designed informational brochure
Created graphic presentation
P.L. Design: Bangkok, Thailand, www.pl‐design.com 07/2009 ‐ 09/2011
Designed landscape for residential housing project
Visited and documented information on sites
Developed construction detailing and costing
Design and developed
Design 103 International Ltd: Bangkok, Thailand, www.d103group.com 06/2008 ‐ 08/2008
Surveyed the assigned site and made correction in the site’s plans
Researched possibilities to develop clients’ estate
RELATED EXPERIENCE
Landscape Architecture in Rome: Rome, Italy 09/2011 – 12/2011
A studio focused on understandings of different culture and history of the place
China Village Studio: Fujian, Sichuan, China 06/2011 – 08/2011
A service‐learning studio
Worked with government, Chinese students, and multidiscipline
Emphasized on urban design, historical preservation, and hazard mitigation
Croatia Design and Build: Rijeka, Croatia 10/2010 – 12/2010
ASLA Honor Award in Community Service, WASLA Merit Award
Collaborated design studio with local community to design and build therapeutic space
RESUME
LANDSCAPE I URBAN DESIGN
LANDSCAPE I URBAN DESIGN
The north entrance I transitional edge where urban and nature meet
STREAM OF CONSCIOUSNESSLARCH 303 SPRING 2010UNION BAY NATURAL AREAWASLA HONOR AWARD
section a water run off is collected into sedimentation ponds, through the overland flow, and continuely to different tratment marsh cells, continuely along the drainage canal, pass on to wetland and is released back in the lake. This concept is inspired from Thronton Creek Quality Project .
Urban Flow Analysis
collaborated group work I site analysis
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Ravenna Creek has the potential to meet Lake Washington through the Union Bay Natural Center (UBNA), but has suffered from piping and invisibility leaving people ignorant of the creek’s critical role in stormwater management. Analyzing the site through historical maps, GIS and significant time on-site, we thought it was critical to reveal these histories and educate users about the power of human intervention in the urban form.
We created three trails, The Power of Human Presence, The Stream of Consciousness, and Control and Cohabitation to engage and challenge users and by providing opportunities for education and reflection. The Stream of Consciousness emphasizes on the cleaning process and educating people.
entry section I water cleansing process
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The north entrance I transitional edge where urban and nature meet
individual work I Stream of Consciousness ‘s plan
“ rain that should have fallen on lush forest now falls on thousands of miles of paved sufaces polluted by industrialized human use | humans who are born with nature now think they are above nature | to bring the stream back, conciousness must be awakened ”
section B-1 section B-2 section B-3
upland habitat the space provides an opportunity for one to observe the relationship and diversity in an ecological system mainly composed with tall trees such as conifers
grassland walking on the meadering path, the grass requires mowing on the innerside to provide safety for vistors and allow one to experience grassland species
emerging pasing through upland habitat and grassland, water slowly emerges to the marsh/swamp
emergent/wetland:Carex obnuptaScirpus acutus
Gaultheria shallon
ten years growth
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l i k e w a t e r , w h e n y o u a r e i n t h e r i g h t p l a c e , y o u e m e r g e
if dirty water can be cleaned, the human mind can be as well
the path passing through upland area, grassland,and the wetland area, where people space out. the seemless slope path later rise up... to the outlook.
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upland habitat the space provides an opportunity for one to observe the relationship and diversity in an ecological system mainly composed with tall trees such as conifers
grassland walking on the meadering path, the grass requires mowing on the innerside to provide safety for vistors and allow one to experience grassland species
emerging pasing through upland habitat and grassland, water slowly emerges to the marsh/swamp
emergent/wetland:Carex obnuptaScirpus acutus
Gaultheria shallon
ten years growth
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l i k e w a t e r , w h e n y o u a r e i n t h e r i g h t p l a c e , y o u e m e r g e
observing human’s effect on the water condition and seeing a way of treating the stormwater that allows us to partner with the nature
like water, when you are in the right place, you emerge
if dirty water can be cleaned, the human mind can be as well
the path passing through upland area, grassland,and the wetland area, where people space out. the seemless slope path later rise up... to the outlook.
the entry perspective I reveal the cleansing process
Through wetland I flow,emerge, lookout
constructed wetland is an artificial marsh and swamp. it is part of the stormwater management process. opening up the emergent zone of the swamp, allowing the water to flow into lake
a floating island is an effective tool in maintaining the health of the ponds and lakes. Plant roots help remove excess nutrients from water and create diverse habitat
the design of outlook is inspired by the community effort to restore ravenna creek back to the same condition. the UBNA site will be an end point for ravenna creek. as time passes and the ecological sytem becomes resilient in its condition, the floating island will connect with the outllook and form the shape of ravenna creek. this connection represents the success in restoration and bringing diversity to the site
ravenna outlook
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section I outllok , over time the vegetation will be part of the outlook
If water can be cleaned, the human mind can be as well
Meditation/reflection
10 years later in summer time
Slucied form represents the history of Belltown, which once was regraded to expand the city of Seattle The pattern brings dynamic flow and flexibity to the space.The design would create transitional space, provide flexibility, and safety to the site. The dog park would bring constantly active space would reduce crime rate, and connect the diversity of society together.
REGRADE PARKBELLTOWN, SEATTLE, LARCH 302, WINTER 2010
The Past 1910The topography of Belltown was radically altered by a series of regrades in the city’s 1st century of urban settlement
The Present 2010In recent decades Belltown has transformed from the low rent and semi art district into a neighborhood of trendy elements. Resulted the dramastic difference in the income. facing with of crime and homeless issue
concept diagraminspired from the form of regrade history of Belltown .
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The Future With the design,the dogs and flexibility of the space will help bring the community together and help remain the safety of the space. The place will serve as a transitional space bridging people from different races and income to share their common interest
past I present I future perspective
plan I purposed green boulevard project
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night time perspective I users is a designer for the space I space could change into gathering space for community in the night time
section 1 I transitional space- seatings - terrace
section 2 I ramp - swale -green street
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TIANZHONG VILLAGEURBAN PLANNING STUDIOINDEPENDENT STUDY 2012PROF. DAN ABRAMSONSEATTLE,WASHINGTON
This is an independent study which continue from the China Villge studio. The project created a new design of full development housing for Tianzhong village in Fujian, China. By understanding the past designs, topography, and the possibility of green infrastructure.The goals is to perserve the historical and environmental aspect of the site.
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perspective exhibition area-commercial- restaurant
INFORMATIONAL GRAPHIC
INFORMATIONAL GRAPHIC
[a lifespan of Pseudotsuga menziesii = 15600 life cycles of A
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Life cycle of Amanita lanei
01 1st Month - 12th Month
IN THE EMERGENCY STAGELARCH 303 SPRING 2009
This project uses watercolor drawing to represent the complex relationship of Pseudotsuga menziesii and fungus.
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Regular StageWhile the fungus enjoy the food from Pseu-dotsuga menziesii , they also store the food.
[EMERGENCY STAGE]The fungus became a delivery man , transfers nutrient, water, carbohydrate to other.
0213th Month - 25th Month
Pseudotsuga menziesii A and Pseudotsuga menziesi B was planted in the same time.
With the help of Amanita lanei and other of 2000 fungus, it helps transport the nutrient, water and carboohydrate.
When both of them reach the month of 17th, they became mutually grow. Amanita lanei and his friends absorb food from Pseudotsuga menziesii and also help to store those food for emergency time.
During the [EMERGENCY STAGE]; such as flooding, fire, or disease, the mycorrhizal relationship will play a big role in transferring all the stored food to help the tree, or even to his neighbor.
The stored nutrient, water, and carbohydrate will transfer to help the Pseudotsuga menziesi’s nearby community.
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Regular StageWhile the fungus enjoy the food from Pseu-dotsuga menziesii , they also store the food.
[EMERGENCY STAGE]The fungus became a delivery man , transfers nutrient, water, carbohydrate to other.
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JBLM SURVEYAECOM INTERNSHIPWINTER 2012
This internship project was a collaborated work between myself and AECOM planners. This is an urban planning research and survey project Joint Based Lewis McChord in Tacoma, Washington. The team transform given information into the form of infographic and create an informational hand out.
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numbers of soildiers in different counties
soldier deployment
home ownershipfull page fold up
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Military service members living on JBLM are either required to live on the installation as a requisite of their rank, or they choose to live on where housing is available. The perceived “profile” of the 28% of active duty military service members residing on base is that they are single soldiers and airmen living in barracks with some families living in lower density housing. Survey responses, however, challenge these perceptions, among others. Results indicate:
Life On-BaseFOLD OUT LEFT
Life in Neighboring Communities
The majority of active duty living on base are married and/or have children (68%); similar to those living off base.
Although the profile of who’s living on-base may be similar to those active duty and spouse respondents living off-base, services for active duty military personnel and their families living on JBLM is significantly different. This diverse range of services range includes things such as housing, schools, transportation, food, commercial options, and even entertainment. Survey responses by active-duty military personnel living on-base indicate the following about services on-base:
Over 55% of active duty/spouses chose to stay on base when spouses were deployed.
20% of active duty responses indicated that they would live on base, but housing wasn’t available.
Those living on JBLM cited the outdoor ameni-ties (33%) and entertainment facilities (21%) as the top quality of life elements at JBLM.
Responses identified walkable environment, commute / transit issues, and schools as the top three quality of life elements that “need improvement.”
Although, 30% of on base participants indicated that schools were poor or needed improvement, 34% felt they were good or better; others had no opinion.
42% of on base respondents were satisfied with on-base childcare, while 27% were not satisfied with the hours offered, and 30% were uncom-fortable with the options.
71% of on base respondents were not satis-fied with commercial options on base. 79% of active duty military residing in the communities base active duty were similarly unsatisfied.
On a typical day, many living on base make trips off base. The number of trips made is relatively diverse among respondents.
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Many active duty service members can and do choose to live off base in market rate housing. The military provides personnel with a Base Allowance for Housing, which often influences where they live by how much they can afford. Of the 72% of active duty respondents that live in communities surrounding JBLM, services are provided privately or by public jurisdictions and agencies. Many choose to reside in neigh-boring communities for a variety of reasons and have very different living experiences than those that live on JBLM. Survey responses by active-duty military personnel living off-base in the region indicate the following:
Most respondents felt that the community they lived in was safe and supportive.
Most military personnel with children live in Yelm (79%), Olympia (72%), and Lacey and Spanaway (69% each). Yelm has the largest family size (27% of these families have 3 children, 14% have four).
Only 36% of respondents were satisfied with off-base childcare; 14% were not satisfied with the hours offered, and 50% were uncomfortable childcare options.
Almost half (49%) of off base respondents were dissatisfied with commercial services offered off base, and 65% of on base respondents were similarly dissatisfied with off-base commercial options for restaurants and services .
On a typical day, many living on base make trips off base. The number of trips made is relatively diverse among respondents.
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Roughly half of responses indicated that they live off base because the housing is more attractive (52%) and they are interested in living in a civilian community (45%). A range of 19-28% of responses indicated that they live off base for the amenities, fenced back yards, and schools.
The majority of active duty living off base are married and/or have children (59%).
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A formal invitation from the JBLM Garrison Command was administered on November 4, 2011 by the JBLM Public Affairs Office providing a link to the web-based survey. The survey remained open for 5 weeks through December 9, 2011. It is important to note that this survey is a “snapshot” of the military profile in the region for November 2011. As base population is largely de-termined by policy decisions associated with national defense missions, its population can fluctuate and often results in varying demographic profiles.For more information on survey methodology and limitations, refer to the full survey report at www.jblm-growth.com.
Of the roughly 3,250 completed surveys, approximately 66 percent were com-pleted by active duty service members or their spouses. The remainder of survey was completed by Department of Defense civilian workforce, Reservists, or Na-tional Guard members. The service branch breakdown of respondents included approximately 80% Army and 16% Air Force active duty military personnel and their spouses, which is roughly commensurate of the representation on base. This summary provides an overview of primarily the active duty and spouse population. This is the segment of service member population that is the most difficult to gather data from due to the temporary nature of their initial housing when they sign in at JBLM.
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The map below indicates proportional survey response by location from active duty service members and spouses.
Roughly 70% of respondents plan to remain in the region for the next deployment. According to responses, this would be an increase of 15% from past deployments.
Mobility is a significant challenge to resolving many of the issues related to base operations, access to existing services, getting people to and from work, moving goods and services, and the quality of life of those who live in the study area. The following survey responses are indicators for potential behavioral changes that could reduce the approximately 152,000 vehicle trips per day to JBLM.
The following were the fields those planning on transitioning out of the military provided:
• Attend/finish college or university• Law enforcement/security-related• Civilian DOD/federal employment
• Information technology/ computer-related field
• Aviation-related/Mechanics• Engineering
Respondents were willing to rideshare to reduce congestion.
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Community Needs Survey SummaryUnderstanding the demographics of military personnel in the South Puget Sound region and their needs and preferences is critical for both Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and the communities surrounding the base. Until now, some but not all of this information has been gathered by a variety of public and private agencies, resulting in inconsistent and less reliable data to support area services. Working collaboratively, the South Sound Military and Communities Partnership (the Partnership) and JBLM conducted this Community Needs Survey of JBLM military personnel and their families and gathered baseline information from roughly 3,250 survey respondents. The information gained will be used to enhance the quality of life for military personnel and families by supporting strategies for higher quality neighborhoods, schools, housing, recreation opportunities, and other services.
The Community Needs Survey also explored preferences and needs related to commercial businesses, transportation, food options, family plans for deployments, and post military career plans. This data helps gage the changing needs and preferences of military families in the South Sound and could drive future trends for business opportunities and transportation management in the region. Responses provided insight to these matters but, in most cases, require additional exploration.
Survey responses indicate that more military families are intending stay in the region during deployments than anticipated, as well as possibly remain in the region after transitioning out of the military. This has regional implications for service providers and provides opportunities for economic growth.
30 - 37% of active duty personnel plan to transi-
tion out of the military with-in 5 years, and of those, 45% of off-base respon-
dents and 25% of on base respondents would like to
remain in the region.
Respondents were willing to use a shuttle on JBLM to and from buildings on-base.
• Contracting• Healthcare/medical• Self-employed/small business• Teaching
The Community Needs Survey was
prepared under contract with the
City of Lakewood, Washington with
financial support from the Depart-
ment of Defense Office of Economic
Adjustment and is a priority imple-
mentation action of the 2010 JBLM
Growth Coordination Plan. The Plan
was developed to support the mili-
tary presence in our communities by
identifying the underlying needs and
subsequent strategies to support the
significant rate of military population
growth and adapt to future JBLM
population fluctuations. The Part-
nership, which consists of local and
regional public agencies, was formed
during the Growth Coordination
Plan process and continues to be the
primary coordinating entity between
JBLM and surrounding communities.
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Survey Responses
snapshotJust as community members in
the South Sound are culturally and
demographically diverse, so too
are military service members and
families in the JBLM region. In fact,
military families today often mirror
the broader national demographic.
Based on survey response, here are
some general trends and observa-
tions about active duty military
personnel living both on and off base
in the South Sound region:
Growing Regional Economy
Reducing Regional Congestion
Active duty stationed at JBLM have a fairly broad spectrum of years of military service: roughly a third have less than 5 years of experience and more than half have less than 10 years of military experience.
Most active duty service members and their families live in Pierce County and Thurston County. The remainder live in King and other Outlying Counties
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DUPONTLAKEWOODTACOMALACEYWere the cities with the highest rate of response. Responses ranged between 10% and 16%.
75% 25%of active duty service members and their families live OFF-BASE.
of active duty service members and their families live ON-BASE.
of active duty respondents has been stationed at JBLM for a year or less.40%
of active duty respondents have been deployed. Of those who have been deployed, a third have been deployed more than 3 times.
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6 out of 10military households have children. 7 is the median age.
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were willingwere undecided
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ON-BASEBetter meal
options on baseMore flexible work hours
Public transit to on-base locations
The three top options that would help respondents reduce trips on and off JBLM included:
Better access to quality showers OFF-BASE
57% 33% 27%
42% 39% 39%
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The garden located in Nikkei Manor, an assited living community for Asian Americans. Ichio Ichie means treasure the moment. The garden serves as a therapeutic space combining Japanese and modern style together. My main responsibility is on producing graphic representation with a team and leading the design and build process of the Lotus fountain,
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Reconcilation Garden I Croatia Design and BuildPodmurvice dormitoryRijeka, CroatiaLead designer with Nicole Simon, collaborated with Professor Daniel WinterbottomThe Reconciliation Garden functions as a discussion area, a meditative space and a rain garden. The roundel shape is used as a design concept, a symbol of the equality. The seating combines a traditional Dalmatian and modern style together. Lastly, the rain garden is installed to solve the drainage problem and for educational purposes.
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The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
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Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
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Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
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Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration ProjectJeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1Polygon#2Polygon#3 ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
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YESLER CREEK RESTORATIONRESTORATION ECOLOGY CAPSTONE PROJECTSEATTLE,WASHINGTON
This is a year long capstone project for the minor in ecological restoration. The project is a collaborative work between myself and students from the College of Environment, and local community of Burke Gilman playground. The project has helped the site to increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. The site is located in the Laurelhurst neighborhood.
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE40th Avenue N
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GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration ProjectJeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1Polygon#2Polygon#3 ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
SITE CONDITION
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE
50th
Str
eet
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE
50th
Str
eet
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration ProjectJeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1Polygon#2Polygon#3 ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
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The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration Project
Jeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1 Polygon#2 Polygon#3ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration Project
Jeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1 Polygon#2 Polygon#3ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration Project
Jeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1 Polygon#2 Polygon#3ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
polygon 3 polygon 2
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE
50th
Str
eet
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE
50th
Str
eet
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration ProjectJeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1Polygon#2Polygon#3 ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
The 2011 - 2012 restoration site nests in a ravine where the Yesler Creek flows. The topography of the site is characterized by two steep slopes with a relatively flat and low middle, which is bordered on the north by a paved walkway. The area of the site is approximately 1,932 square meters, runs 12 meters in length on the east side and 14 meters on the west side.
The site has been disturbed by several factors including littering, inappropriate plant removal and soil compaction from loitering and recreational use of the site due to the heavily used trails and its location in a residential area. There are naturally-caused dis-turbances due to the condition of existing soil. The soil is loamy and contains a high clay content, which could lead to future erosion and is easily colonized by invasives like the dominant Ranunculus repens (creeping buttercup). Water movement is another problem for Yesler Creek, both on and off our site. Because of a water pipe backup sev-eral years back, Yesler Creek breached its historic boundaries and began to flood the ra-vine. Consistent water movement has not been established since that time.
This restoration project will increase the structural and compositional diversity of the site. It will also minimize the risk of soil erosion and compaction. The goal is to in-crease plant diversity and prevent future disturbance by humans, animals and invasive exotic plants.
This project is also a great opportunity for collaborative work between the University of Washington, the City of Seattle, local companies like Metropolitan Market, the local community, and users of both Burke-Gilman Trail and the Burke-Gilman Playground Park.
Foster Long Term Support
Within the CommunityWe will Hold an educational planting work party for community members and volunteer. We will describe the benefit of ecological restoration and share our overall vision for the site. Last, we will provide the maintainance manual
Outreach PublicEducate local schools, residents, and businesses about the purpose and vision of our project. By explaining the importance of restoration and giving community members clear steps to work on our site after June, we can foster long-term support for our project.
Need maintenance to ensure its long-term successwe have designed our project to maximize natural res-toration processes and encourage conditions that will minimize the need for maintenance.
Decrease the pressure that invasive species pose on native plants and biological diversity.If we can successfully establish shade through canopy cover, we will be able to discourage the growth of in-vasives. Thus, the majority of our maintenance needs will be monitoring tree growth and survival rates, which community members can do with much less ef-fort than it would take to consistently remove invasive plant species.
To improve the hydrology of the center of our site, which currently has poor drainage. By including the community early on in planting par-ties and the installment of riparian species, we can teach volunteers about how to gauge the diversity and health of our wetland system, how to locate and install native plant species, and how to manage invasive spe-cies. Clear instructions in our maintenance guide will provide a reference to future work parties, and will give our community partner access to informational tools she can distribute.
Establish a framework to support and encourage fu-ture UW-REN projects near our site.
Our website will include information on pastprojects and details on our experience working at Yesler Creek. Having this information in a central lo-cation will streamline the research efforts of future Yesler Creek restoration projects and create continuity for community members active in restoration.
Stewardship Expectations & Development Plan
Project Design&Stewardship
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Sand Point Way NE
40th Avenue NE
40th Avenue NE
NE 50th Street
GROUP 1 SITE
GROUP 2 SITE
source:: Derive from UW - REC 2008 map
THE SITE CONTEXT MAP
Site Description
Restoration Needs & Opportunities
Pre Condition Site Analysis
Goals and Tasks
Before and After Condition
Polygon 1
Polygon 1
Proposed Planting Plan
Yeslercreek Website
Sailing Boat Art Project
As Built Planting Plan
Polygon 2
Polygon 2
Polygon 3
Polygon 3
Goal IMaximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and uplandspecies, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
To increase water movement and quality in the siteWe have contacted and address the need to the City of Seattle Parks; however, they have recommended us not to change the flow of water.
To change the site condition to prevent recolonization of invasive speciesWe installed fast growing trees such as Pacific willow (Salix luxi-da), Balsam poplar(balsam poplar), and Red Alder (Alnus rubra) to provide canopy in the short term. We also installed long lived trees such as Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), Western red cedar ( Thuja Plicata), and Douglas fir (Pseudotsuga meziesii) to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants such as Lady fern (Athyrusm filix-femina), Siberian Miner’s Lettuce (Clay-tonia siberica, Red Osier Dogwood (Cornus sericea, Sala (Gaul-theria shallon, Ocean Spray (Holodiscus discolor), Western skunk cabbage (Lysichiton americanus), Dwarf Oregon Grape (Mahonia nervosa), Indian plum (Oemleria cerasiformis, and Pacific ninebark.
To remove all invasives plant We have removed invasive plants. Himalayan black berry (Rubus bifrons), Hedge bindweed (Calystegia sepium), and Creeping but-tercup (Ranunculus repens) are removed. Then ,we have put four inches of mulch around new plantings.
Alnus rubra - 3
ConiferThuja plicata
Picea sitchensis
Tsuga Heterophylla
Pseudotsuga meziesii
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra
FRaxinus latifolia
Populus balsamifera
Salix lucida
Acer macrophyllum
Acer circinatum
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea
Lysichiton americanum
Holodiscus discolor
Gaultheria shallon
Athyrium �lix-femina
Lonicera involucrata
Physocarpus capitatus
Sambucus racemosa
Polystichum munitum
THE PLANTING PLAN
Yesler Creek Restoration Project
Jeff Miller, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleErica Petru, Environmental Science, UW-SeattleJessica Potter-Bowers, Master of Science Education, UW-SeattleDerek Voelker, Environmental Science, UW-BothellWuttiporn “Lek” Taksinvarajarn, Landscape Architecture, UW-Seattle
Green Seattle Partnership. Bonnie Miller, Forest StewardMichael Yadrick, Plant Ecologist.
Polygon#1 Polygon#2 Polygon#3ConiferThuja plicata 13
Abies grandis 10
Tsuga Heterophylla 5
Pseudotsuga meziesii 11
Picea sitchesis 13
Decidious Trees
Alnus rubra 8
Populus balsamifera 5
Salix spp. 24
Acer macrophyllum 4
Oemleria cerasiformis 1
Shrub and Ground cover
Cornus sericea 19
Lysichiton americanum 10
Holodiscus discolor 5
Gaultheria shallon 72
Athyrium �lix-femina 15
Vaccinium parvifolium 1
Physocarpus capitatus 39
Claytonia Siberica 23
Polystichum munitum 7
Mahonia aquifolium 5
Mahonia nervosa 2
Goal II Incorporate nature art into the restoration designWe have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
Goal III Develop lasting community involvement and outreach toolsNot only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
Future Prospects &Challenges
The Yesler Creek Restoration project is located in the Sand Point neighborhood. The northern part of the site is near the Metropolitan Market and within the Burke-Gilman Playground Park. The Burke-Gilman Trail pass-es the Burke-Gilman Playground on the north end. All four sides of the site are bordered by residential hous-ing, including the Ronald McDonald House to the west. There are several finished UW-REN restoration proj-ects in the northern section of the creek and two current projects south of the footpath.
To maximize the structural and compositional diversity of native plant communities, both riparian and upland species, in their respective zones along Yesler Creek.
Incorporate nature art into the restoration design
Not only community partners and volunteers, students from University of Washington also involved during the work party. We also created a Facebook page and website for the project. In the term of maintaining the project, we have provide our community partnert with maintenance plan.
We changed the site condition by preventing recolonization of invasive species and installing fast growing trees and long lived trees to provide long term canopy. We also installed native understory plants.
We have created a sailboat sculpture made out of willow branches. The boat is designed to be degraded naturally overtime.
THE GOAL
Develop lasting community involvement and outreach tools
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THANK YOU
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WUTTIPORN “LEK” TAKSINVARAJARN