The votes are in!
Thank you to West Lake Sammamish residents for your participation in the Neighborhood Enhancement Program.
Four new capital improvement projects will be funded from the $219,000 West Lake Sammamish NEP allotted budget, thanks to the 436 ballots that were returned.
Weona Park Ivy Out!
This project will involve the removal of non-native English ivy (Hedera helix) from natural forested areas within Weowna Park along the west boundary between SE 12th St and SE 16th St. The scope of work will involve removal of English ivy from the forest floor and ivy growing up existing native trees. Although ivy will be the primary target, other non-native invasive weeds such as holly, laurel, and blackberry will also be removed. This project will result in a more diverse and healthy forest ecosystem at Weowna Park that will enhance wildlife habitat and improve ecosystem functions such as stormwater retention, air and water filtration and carbon sequestration. Estimated project completion: December 2029
Project Manager: Maryann Olson (425-229-6471); molson@bellevuewa.gov
SE 34th St Streetlights
This project will install up to ten (10) new PSE owned and maintained LED streetlights on new and existing PSE utility poles within the street limits detailed above. The new poles will reside in City of Bellevue right-of-way and light public streets. City of Bellevue lighting engineer will determine exact street light placement based on available right-of-way, available power, and relation to underground utilities. Proposed quantity and street light locations are estimated locations. Estimated project completion: December 2025
Project Manager: Brittany Quan (425-452-4631) bquan@bellevuewa.gov
Spiritridge Median Landscape Enhancements
This project will include landscape renovation and beautification in the median at the crosswalk adjacent to Spiritridge Park. The irrigation system will be expanded from the park and a new zone will be installed in the median. Trees will be evaluated for health and vitality, soil amended as needed and site-appropriate plant material installed. Plants will be chosen to specifically avoid sight distance problems, that require little maintenance and would enhance neighborhood character. Estimated project completion: Spring 2026
Project Manager: Laura McKee (425-452-4108);lmckee@bellevuewa.gov
South West Lake Sammamish Parkway Landscape Improvements
This project will include site improvements in two Streetscape areas along West Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE; 1) North of the French Immersion School, located at 4211 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, and 2) just South of SE 40th Pl. These areas behind the walkway will have landscaping material installed, and nearby irrigation systems will be expanded to efficiently accommodate them. Plants will be chosen to enhance the neighborhood character, reduce erosion and fill bare areas. Estimated project completion: Fall 2026
Project Manager: Laura McKee (425-452-4108);lmckee@bellevuewa.gov
A West Lake Sammamish NEP Newsletter was mailed to each household in your area with complete voting results.
The West Lake Sammamish NEP kicked off in January 2024 with 101 resident-identified project ideas submitted. Those projects were then reviewed for accessibility, feasibility, cost, timeliness, and maintainability to determine which were eligible to become ballot projects. 6 projects were included on the ballot and voted on by area residents. The top project receiving votes (listed above) will be installed over the next 3-5 years.
Process Materials & Resources
September 2024 West Lake Sammamish Projects Announcement Newsletter
June 13 2024 West Lake Sammamish Open House PPT Presentation
West Lake Sammamish Proposed Projects Boards (6)
West Lake Sammamish Voters pamphlet - June 2024
January 24 2024 West Lake Sammamish Kickoff Meeting Presentation