Due to a Mercer Island sewage overflow, the Enatai Beach Park swim area is closed until 3:30 p.m. on April 16. Chesterfield Beach Park, SE 40th Street Boat Launch, and Burrows Landing are also closed to swimming. Users of non-motorized watercraft should use caution and avoid the affected area.
Over the years the Community Development team has completed work with the community on city initiatives, often resulting in plans and land use code changes. Pages regarding those initiatives are presented here.