Resolution 13-001 Accepting Public Access Plan of the SMP CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY
SPOKANE COUNTY,WASHINGTON
RESOLUTION NO. 13-001
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SPOKANE VALLEY, SPOKANE COUNTY,
WASHINGTON, ACCEPTING THE DRAFT PUBLIC ACCESS PLAN FOR THE
SHORELINE MASTER PROGRAM, AND OTHER MATTERS RELATING
THERETO.
WHEREAS, the City initiated a Shoreline Master Program Update process in 2009; and
WHEREAS, on October 27, 2009, the City Council reviewed a public participation plan for the
Shoreline Management Program Update; and
WHEREAS, the public participation plan specifies the public involvement plan overview; and
WHEREAS, the Shoreline Management Program Update process specifies that individual
components of the Shoreline Management Program Update will be reviewed separately and accepted by
Council resolution, recognizing that as each component is completed, it will be used as a base upon which
to develop the remainder of the Shoreline Management Program; and
REAS, on November 5, 2009, the first Shoreline Master Program Update open house was
conducted at which the Shoreline Management Program Update process was explained to interested
parties; and
WHEREAS, on September 14, 2010, the first component of the Shoreline Master Program
Update,the Shoreline Inventory and Characterization Report, was accepted by Resolution 10-014; and
WHEREAS, on August 14, 2012, the second component of the Shoreline Master Program
Update,the Goals and Policies, was accepted by Resolution 12-004; and
WHEREAS, on November 13, 2012, the third component of the Shoreline Master Program
Update, the Environment Designations, was accepted by Resolution 12-007; and
WHEREAS, on December 11, 2012, the fourth component of the Shoreline Master Program
Update, the Restoration Plan, was accepted by Resolution 12-012; and
WHEREAS, the fifth component of the Shoreline Master Program Update is the Public Access
Plan; and
WHEREAS, on November 29, 2012, the Public Access Plan was sent to the Technical Review
Group for review; and
WHEREAS on December 10, 2012, the Public Access Plan was issued for public review, and a
notice published in the Spokane Valley News Herald announcing the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, on January 10, 2013,the Planning Commission conducted a study session where the
Public Access Plan was presented and discussed; and
WHEREAS, on January 16, 2013, an open house was conducted where the Draft Public Access
Plan and Maps were discussed with interested parties; and
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WHEREAS, on January 24, 2013, the Planning Commission conducted a properly noticed public
hearing on the Public Access Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission received written comments from the Technical Review {
Group, but no additional public comment, and revisions were made to the document; and
WHEREAS, on January 24, 2013, the Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the
Draft Public Access Plan be formally accepted with the revisions noted; and
WHEREAS, on March 5, 2013, the City Council conducted a study session where the Public
Access Plan was presented and discussed, and
WHEREAS, at the study session on March 5, 2013, Tadas Kisielius, legal consultant,
recommended an additional modification to the draft Public Access Plan clarifying the consideration of
public access at Shelley Lake; and
WHEREAS, this Resolution informally accepts the proposed Draft Public Access Plan
recommended by the Planning Commission with the modification recommended by Mr. Kisielius, and it
is anticipated that additional revisions may occur prior to formal adoption; and
WHEREAS, the City Council Draft Public Access Plan is anticipated to be formally adopted by
Ordinance at a later date as a part of the complete Shoreline Master Program.
NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Spokane Valley, Spokane
County, Washington, as follows:
The City Council Draft Public Access Plan, attached as Exhibit A, is hereby accepted.
Approved this 12th day of March, 2013.
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EXHIBIT A
PUBLIC ACCESS PLAN
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City of Spokane Valley
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City of Spokane Valley Community Development Department
Spokane Valley City Hall
11707 E. Sprague Ave., Suite 106
Spokane Valley, Washington 99206
Prepared by:
IJRS Corporation
920 N. Argonne Road, Suite 300
Spokane Valley, WA 99212
URS Project Number 36310035
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION 1
2, INTEGRATION WITH OTHER COMMUNITY PLANS 4
2.1 Spokane Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan 4
2.2 Washington State Parks 5
2.4 Spokane River Forum 6
2.5 Friends of the Centennial Trail 7
3. PUBLIC ACCESS AND PUBLIC USES S
4. SHORELINE CONDITIONS 12
4.1 Segment 1 — Upstream City Limits to Flora Road 12
4.2 Segment 2—Flora Road to Trent Avenue 13
4.3 Segment 3 Trent Avenue to Coyote Rocks 15
4.4 Segment 4— Orchard Avenue Area 16
5. PUBLIC ACCESS PLAN 17
6. IMPLEMENTATION 21
Tables
Table 3-1: Shoreline Access within the COSY
Table 3-2: Typical Shoreline Uses within the COSV
Table 5-1: Proposed Shoreline Access Improvements
Table 5-2: Proposed Direct River Access Improvements
Table 5-3: Proposed Future Shoreline Day Use Areas
Figures
Figure 3-1: Existing Public Access
Figure 3-2 Major Use Areas
Figure 5-1 Public Access Plan
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Acronvms
COSV City of Spokane Valley
DNR Washington Department of Natural Resources
Ecology Washington Department of Ecology
GIS Geographical Information Systems
OHWM Ordinary High Water Mark
RCW Revised Code of Washington
ROW Right-of-Way
RSP Riverside State Park
SCD Spokane Conservation District
SMA Shoreline Management Act
SMP Shoreline Master Program
SRCT Spokane River Centennial Trail
State Parks Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
URS URS Corporation (author)
WAC Washington Administrative Code
WDFW Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife
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SICTIONONE INTRODUCTION
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Summary
Shoreline public access is one of the major policies of the SMA. Public access to the shoreline
includes the ability of the general public to reach, touch, and enjoy the water's edge, to travel on
the waters of the state, and to view the water and the shoreline from adjacent locations. This
document provides an evaluation of the existing public accesses to the City of Spokane Valley's
(COSV) shorelines, a description of existing recreational uses, and recommendations to improve
both public access and public recreational uses within the shoreline jurisdiction. This Public
Access Plan is part of the COSV's Shoreline Master Program Update (SMP) and is supported by
other elements of the SMP. This plan is intended to be a coordinated planning document that can
be used to support planning efforts of other agencies responsible for recreational opportunities in
the shoreline, including the City Parks Department and Washington State Parks.
As described in this plan, the public currently enjoys significant access opportunities in the
COSV due to public ownership of a large percentage of the shorelines and because of the
existing recreational infrastructure within the river corridor. While existing access and
recreational uses are abundant, this plan identifies opportunities to improve existing accesses for
both shoreland and direct river users as well as identifies areas suitable for low intensity
development of new user areas.
Within the COSV the public is provided with direct access to much of the Spokane River
corridor which includes State Park land, the Spokane River Centennial Trail (SRCT), and the
Spokane River. This plan addresses the public's ability to access to the river corridor including
the SRCT, as well as direct, physical access to the Spokane River, itself. Much of the land
within the river corridor is owned by Washington State Parks and is classified and managed for
"Resource Recreation", The Resource Recreation classification requires that recreational use
and development be in balance with sustainable natural resource protection. As described below,
this balance promotes public access to the shorelines but limits those opportunities to access the
shoreline to planned locations to maintain the integrity of the trail and the natural surroundings.
The rights of navigation and water dependent uses are protected.
Portions of the SRCT and the Spokane River Water Trail' (proposed) are located within the
COSV's shoreline jurisdiction. Both trails are promoted as regional trails that link to adjacent
jurisdictions and benefit the entire region. Protection of natural resources and the visual
character of the river corridor is important to attract users to these regional trails.
Shelley Lake is also within the COSV's shoreline jurisdiction, The lake is privately owned and
surrounded by community property that is managed by the Homeowners Association. Public
access to the shorelands and lake is available and adequate for the immediate Shelley Lake
The Spokane River Trail is a proposed water trail stretching from the headwaters of the Spokane River to its
confluence with the Columbia River. The Spokane River Trail was proposed by the Spokane River Forum in 2010
to promote river use and protection.
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community, including a paved pedestrian trail around the majority of the lake and mooring posts
for non-motorized watercraft. There are no existing or potential opportunities for other public
access to the Lake. The Central Pre-mix and Flora Road gravel pits identified in the City of
Spokane Valley Shoreline Inventory and Characterization Report, URS, 2010 will not be
regulated as shorelines of the state until operations cease. Potential future uses of the Sullivan
Road gravel pit are discussed as they are relevant to future public access within the river
corridor.
Public access and uses were determined based on the Shoreline Inventory and Characterization
Report (URS, 2010), the Shoreline Advisory Group meetings, and discussions with user groups
and property owners including State Parks, Spokane Canoe and Kayak Club, the Northwest
Whitewater Association, Friends of the Centennial Trail, COSV Parks and Recreation
Department, and the Spokane River Forum. Additionally, where available, staff reviewed
planning documents drafted by these various organizations. Field trips were performed during
the summer of 2012 to verify information about existing public access and potential access
opportunities. This plan was circulated for public comment and public hearings will be held.
1.2 Statutory and Regulatory Framework
The Shoreline Management Act (SMA) states that:
"The public's opportunity to enjoy the physical and aesthetic qualities of natural
shorelines of the state shall be preserved to the greatest extent feasible... " (RCN'
90.58.020).
Additionally, the SMA indicates that:
"Alterations of the natural conditions of the shorelines of the state, in those limited
instances when authorized, shall be given priority for. . development that will provide cm
opportunity for substantial numbers of people to enjoy the shorelines of the state."(RCW
90.58.020).
In addition, increased public access is an important element of shoreline planning for Shorelines
of Statewide Significance like the Spokane River (WAC 173-18-360; RCW 90.58.020; WAC
173-26-250). Consistent with these goals, the SMA requires local jurisdictions to include a
public access element in their SMP that makes "provisions for public access to publicly owned
areas" and a recreational element "for the preservation and enlargement of recreational
opportunities, including but not limited to parks, tidelands, beaches, and recreational areas;. . ."
RCW 90.58.100.
According to Ecology's regulations, "Public access includes the ability of the general public to
reach, touch, and enjoy the water's edge, to travel on the waters of the state, and to view the
water and the shoreline from adjacent locations.." WAC 173-226-221(4)(a). Shoreline public
access basic principles included in WAC 173-26-221(4)(b) are:
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e Promoting the right to access waters held in public trust while protecting property rights
and public safety.
o Protecting the rights of navigation and space needed for water-dependent uses.
O Protecting the public's opportunity to enjoy physical and aesthetic qualities of the
shorelines,
® Regulating design, construction and operation of permitted uses to minimize interference
with and enhance the public's use of the water.
According to Ecology's regulations, the COSV "should plan for an integrated shoreline area
public access system that identifies specific public needs and opportunities to provide public
access." The planning process "shall also comply with all relevant constitutional and other legal
limitations that protect private property rights." WAC 173-26-221(4)(c). This plan implements
these various statutory and regulatory requirements. In addition to this plan, the COSV will
adopt regulations governing public access.
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2. INTEGRATION WITH OTHER COMMUNITY PLANS
In general, public access planning guides public acquisition and development efforts in a
systematic way to achieve a usable network of public access, parks, and other public sites. The
following plans were reviewed to ensure that the shoreline planning process is coordinated with
existing public access and recreation plans.
2.1 Spokane Valley Parks and Recreation Master Plan
The COSV Parks and Recreation Master Plan provides the foundation for the City's park and
recreation programs. In summary, the Plan provides the following guidance and policies related
to the Spokane River corridor. The City Parks department adopted the current draft in April
2006 and is scheduled to update the Parks Plan starting in the fall of 2012.
The current parks plan provides a summary of the Needs Assessment (Chapter 5) of the
2004/2005 Household Recreation Survey. The survey had several key findings related to the
river corridor including:
a Residents indicated that acquiring additional land along the Spokane River was very
important,
® The SRCT is considered to have the third highest "usage" of various recreation areas in
the Valley.
A 31% of the respondents stated they do not use park facilities.
o When asked what projects should have priority, acquisition of riverfront property and
development of a city-wide trail system were cited most often.
Chapter 2 of the Parks and Recreation plan provides key findings and policies related to the river
corridor that recognize the relationship between the river as a natural resource and the
recreational opportunities and seek to protect the resource while managing, maintaining and
expanding recreational opportunities. These are summarized below.
"Several natural resource areas in Spokane Valley are important for recreation. These Iands
may be environmentally sensitive and have limited development potential, but they are often
conducive to park, open space, and recreation uses. The most notable natural resource is the
Spokane River and its adjoining riparian corridor and flood zone."(P&R Plan, page 2-1.)
e Policy 2-C: Seeks to protect or preserve significant natural resource for present and future
generations.
o Objective 2-C (1): seeks to acquire riparian corridors where feasible to protect
these natural resources and to offer potential sites for trail development.
o Objective 2-C (2): Develop effective natural resource management plans for
significant natural areas within parks and other City-owned or controlled lands to
ID management priorities and to guide development and restoration decisions.
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o Objective 2-C (3): Directly and /or cooperatively acquire and protect land within
the flood zone of the Spokane River and other drainage corridors. Plan park and
recreation facilities and public access to these areas where appropriate.
Chapter 6 of the Parks and Recreation plan provides recommendations for improvements to the
city park system that includes the following elements related to the river corridor.
® Develop a comprehensive trails system utilizing the SRCT along the Spokane River as
the backbone element.
• Sullivan Park: Provide "better access and a viewpoint to the Spokane River".
• Mission Avenue Trailhead: This site should be developed into a formal trailhead
including parking, staging area and kiosk.
• Myrtle Point: Develop a master plan for this park; develop an access from the south;
consider a boat launch; develop a picnic area; develop a paved trail from the CT to this
site.
Under 6.6 Riverfront Access, the Plan states the Spokane River offers a unique recreation
resource to the City. Attempts should be made to acquire additional property as it becomes
available. Barker Bridge is an example of a potential site that could offer a boating access point.
(P&R Plan,pg 6-43).
2.2 Riverside State Park Classification and Management Plan
Washington State Parks prepared the Park Classification and Management Plan (C.A.M.P.) for
Riverside State Park in March 2005. Riverside State Park is a 14,000 acre park along the
Spokane and Little Spokane rivers. The SRCT is managed by Riverside State Park staff as an
extension of the Park.
In general the C.A.M.P. seeks to balance recreation opportunities with ecosystem protection.
Because State Parks shares management of the SRCT located outside Riverside State Park, most
of the SRCT is not covered in the CAMP plan. Even though the C.A.M.P. plan does not directly
address the portion of the SRCT within the COSV, the plan provides guidance on how this
section of the SRCT will be managed. Relevant portions of the CAMP plan are summarized
below.
A Park-Wide Recreational Resource/Facility Issues and Management Approaches
Issue (Table 5) Interpretation and environmental education (760PW-R1):
Programmatic Activities: Park staff should coordinate with region staff and the agency
Interpretive Supervisor to solicit cooperation of local school districts, higher education
institutions, museums, and other organizations and individuals to develop and implement
an enhanced environmental education and historical/cultural education program for RSP.
An Interpretive Center within Riverside State Park should be used as a hub of a linked
system of interpretive signs and kiosks distributed throughout Riverside State Park and
the SRCT. Such a linked system of interpretation could develop a thematic context
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focused on the past 12,000 years of changing land-use patterns along the Spokane River
Valley.
• Centennial Trail Sub-area Issues and Management Approaches (Table 8): Protection
of wildlife habitat/natural ecosystems (760CT-N2):
Land Classification: Those lands outside of RSP proper and within the trail corridor
itself or development areas for trailheads, parking, etc. are classified as Resource
Recreation, which requires that recreational use and development be in balance with
sustainable natural resource protection.
o Appropriate recreational uses (760CT-R2):
Land Classification: The trail corridor itself, outside RSP proper, including sufficient
areas for development of trailheads, parking, restrooms, and other ancillary facilities as
necessary is classified as a Recreation Area so as not to limit development of trail uses
and amenities.
Park Policy: Park planning and management should attempt to accommodate the
following existing and potential uses to a level that is consistent with protection of park
natural and cultural resources and provided standards for recreational experience are met:
walking, cycling, in-Iine skating, skating, running/jogging, wheel chair use, dog walks on
leash, equestrian uses (where adjacent), nature viewing, baby strolling, fishing, river
access, organized events, canoe/kayak put-in, picnicking, community links (trails),
comprehensive interpretive program, CT extensions.
o Maintenance, preservation, and improvement of facilities (760CT-R3):
Park Recreational Resource Management Program: Capital Projects: 1) Resurface trail.
2) Develop trailhead at Sullivan Road. 3) Provide drinking fountains where feasible. 4)
Explore the feasibility of building a parallel soft trail for equestrian use. 5)
Comprehensive interpretation project for the entire trail, including potential for
interpretive signs, brochures, and programs.
In addition to the policies articulated in the CAMP, we understand that State Parks discourages
uncoordinated, multiple trail access points,both formal and informal, State Parks prefers to limit
access points to planned locations in order to maintain the integrity of the trail and of the natural
surroundings and to facilitate the flow of traffic along the trail. State Parks has articulated this
goal in conversations with COSV staff and has taken this position in response to specific
development projects that have requested access to parks property or the SRCT.
2.4 Spokane River Forum
The Spokane River Forum is a non-partisan, non-profit organization that creates materials,
events and activities to promote regional dialogs and partnerships for sustaining a healthy river
system while meeting the needs of a growing population, The Spokane River Forum is leading
the effort to create a Spokane River Water Trail that will begin at the discharge of Coeur
D'Alene Lake and extend to the confluence of the Columbia River. The Spokane River Forum
has identified areas within the COSV shorelines as river access areas for the regional Spokane
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River Water Trail, The major areas identified include direct river access at Barker Road,
Sullivan Road, and at the Centennial Bridge (Plantes Ferry/Coyote Rocks). The Spokane River
Forum identified other significant access points as part the Spokane River Water Trail including
Sullivan Hole beach, Mission Avenue, and Mirabeau Point.
2.5 Friends of the Centennial Trail
The Friends of the Centennial Trail promote and coordinate activities and improvements along
the regional CT. Within the COSV desired projects include improving the parking areas at
Barker Road and Mission Avenue by paving and landscaping in order provide more attractive
and safe parking facilities and to reduce the cost of maintenance. An equestrian area and trail
system on the north bank has been part of CT planning since early in its inception but is no
longer a high priority, In general, access and public use of the CT is considered good within the
city limits.
Friends of the CT indicated that it was important not to disrupt traffic flow along the trail in
order to provide for safe, nonhazardous trail use. Multiple trail access points, both formal and
informal are discouraged and will need to be reviewed by State Parks early in the design process,
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SECTIONTHREE PUBLIC ACCESS AND PUBLIC USES
3. EXISTING PUBLIC ACCESS AND PUBLIC USES
A goal of the COSV and of the SMA is to preserve the existing levels and quality of public
access in the COSV. Public access to the Spokane River shorelines within the COSV is
considered good and appears to meet the needs of the majority of users. According to the most
recent recreation survey of the Spokane River system2 use along the Spokane River was
considered to have sufficient amenities and was reported as not crowded, even though other
sources estimate a high volume of use of the River Corridor associated with the SRCT3. The
2004 recreational survey evaluated the entire river system as well as Lake Coeur D'Alene and
Lake Spokane and does not specifically distinguish the portion of the Spokane River in the
COSY. However, its general conclusions are applicable to the portion of the River in the COSY.
Additionally, the survey's assessment of the abundant recreational opportunities is reflected in
information provided by several local interest groups summarized in Section 2, above.
Recreational opportunities benefit from the large percentage of public ownership within the river
corridor. The 2006 City Parks and Recreation Plan shows that linear parks within the COSV,
including the SRCT, are only slightly deficient with a need for an additional of 0.7 acres in 2005
and an estimated 60 acres in 2025 to meet the desired level of service of 1.36 acres per 1,000
residents4. In addition, discussions with user groups indicate that existing access is generally
good, though improvements to accommodate specific user groups are needed.
Important areas providing public access to the river corridor are shown in Table 3-1 and on
Figure 3-1. There are many informal paths from private property that are used by residents to
access the SRCT and the river that are not included in the table. In addition to these existing
access points, there are two potential access points described later in the document that may be
appropriate locations for development of future access to the river and the SRCT.
Table 3-1 Existing Access to the River Corridor within the COSY
Access SRCT River Spokane Parking Ownership Description
Access Access River
Trail
Barker Yes Yes Yes Yes SP - south, Gravel Parking lot on south side for
Road COSV — CT access. Limited parking on
north bridge at north side boater access.
Flora Road Yes Yes, No No COSV/SC South side- used by neighborhood.
limited North side parking limited, no
signage.
Mission Yes Yes, Yes Yes COSV Gravel right of way used by
Ave limited neighborhood and local/regional
kayakers to access CT, river, and
Sullivan Hole.
Sullivan Rd Yes Yes, Yes Yes SP/COSV Formal city park owned by SP/
limited managed by COSV. Access
2 Recreation Facility Inventory and User Surveys Report Spokane River Project,No.2545,prepared by Louis
Berger for Avista,2004.
'Friends of the Centennial Trail website,http:/h vww.spokanecentennialtrail.org/
4 COSV Park and Recreation Master Plan,2006 Table 5.1.
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improvements planted with new
bridge.
Mirabeau Yes Yes, Yes Yes SP Scenic and a popular location to
Point limited access the CT and river.
Trent Yes No No Yes SP CT access where Trent Avenue
Avenue crosses the river. Parking is informal
in public ROW.
Plantes Yes Yes, Yes Yes SP Parking within SC and included due
Ferry limited to its importance for river access at
the west end of the COSV, _
Notes:
1. SP—State Parks ownership,COSV=City of Spokane Valley ownership, SC=Spokane County.
The paved, ADA accessible SRCT Trail begins at the Idaho state line and ends at Nine Mile
Falls, Washington with a length of 37 miles of which 11 miles are within the COSV. The SRCT
path generally follows the contours of the Spokane River, allowing access for many types of
outdoor non-motorized recreational activities. The SRCT provides the public opportunities for
walking, running, and biking and provides a means to access adjacent areas (fields and woods)
that have informal trails and support activities such as binding, fishing and quiet aesthetic
enjoyment of the river corridor. Along much of its length within the SRCT the SRCT is
separated from adjacent private properties either by vegetated buffers and/ or high banks. These
natural surroundings contribute to the aesthetics of the river corridor and help to screen adjacent
development and uses. The natural surroundings are appropriately interrupted at a limited
number of access points. Generally, most activities occur or are accessed from the south bank
since access to the north bank is limited with the exception of Sullivan Park.
Direct use of the river includes fishing, swimming, boating and summertime floating. Boating
and floating activities require river put-ins and take-outs in order to run the river. The Spokane
River Water Trail, promoted as a regional trail, has identified put-ins and take-outs along the
river from Coeur D'Alene Lake to the Columbia River. Four of these regionally important river
accesses are located within the COSV. The Barker Road, Mission Avenue, Sullivan Road, and
Mirabeau Point accesses are used for direct river access during warm weather. The Plantes Ferry
access was lost when Upriver Drive was realigned and now boating use is limited downstream of
Mirabeau Point. The Spokane River Forum and State Parks are in the process of acquiring
funding to replace the Plantes Ferry access.
Within the COSV are located three popular local and regional kayak park and play features
known as Sullivan Hole, Mini-Climax Wave and the Zoo Wave. Fishing occurs throughout the
length of the river but during summer the area between Sullivan Road and Mirabeau Point is
popular due to cold aquifer water entering the river.
Table 3-2 provides a summary of typical uses found within the river corridor. Figure 3-2 shows
the location of significant use areas,
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Table 3-2 Existing Shoreline Uses within the COSV
Use Location Public ADA Access Notes
Access (I)
CT Uses(hike,bike) Along the Good Good Trail related activities.
CT
Swimming River Good Generally poor Informal, non-regulated swimming at
dispersed beaches. No ADA accessible
_ beach,few amenities at beaches.
Dispersed uses --- --- --- Protection of adjacent land uses and natural
areas is important for these activities.
-Fishing River Good Generally poor
-Birding Wood/Fields Good Good along
trail
-Quiet Wood/Fields Good Good along
trail
Floating River Good Difficult Includes inner-tubing and recreational
summer rafting.
Whitewater Foating River Good Boat access improvements are needed to
advance the Spokane River Water Trail
including ADA access at major put-ins if
_possible.
-Barker Road --- Good Possible Access good, parking needs to be retained
and expanded at this high use area.
Improvements to boat access could make
this site ADA compliant.
-Sullivan Road --- Moderate Difficult Erosion has occurred on the slopes due to
high use and no defined paths.
Improvements are expected when the new
Sullivan Road Bridge is constructed.
-Mirabeau Point --- Good Possible River access is good for small boats. A
long steep path to climb for larger boats
and rafts. A dirt road exists to the river
that could be used for vehicle or ADA
access.
-Plantes Ferry --- Poor Possible Boating activity for rafts and larger boats is
limited due to no access. Currently there is
a proposal to construct a ramp near the CT
parking lot.
Kayak Park and Play River
-Mini-Climax --- Moderate No Access is by a steep eroding bank. Better
Wave path to river is needed.
-Sullivan Hole --- Good No A good example of a multi-use feature on
the river. Popular with floaters, boaters,
swimmers, fishermen and kayakers.
Accessed from Mission Road.
-Zoo Wave --- Difficult Possible The least used of the kayak park and play
spots due to lack of vehicle access.
Notes:
1. ADA access is a non-technical evaluation of the possibility of adding ADA compliant access for the
various uses.
Public access on the north shore is limited to public right of ways, the Barker Road boat put-in,
and Sullivan Park. There are many old dirt roads and informal trails within the shoreline
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jurisdiction that are used for hiking, mountain biking and by fisherman to access fishing areas.
Use is more limited than on the south shore, in part because much of the adjacent land is zoned
industrial and there are few user amenities such as the SRCT. Access is considered adequate
along the north shore for current and anticipated future uses. While public access is generally
good on the south bank there are few user amenities to provide user services or to attract users to
the river corridor beyond the SRCT and the river access uses described in Table 3-2 above. User
amenities can include public facilities and services such as public bathrooms, water fountains,
benches, picnic areas, and parking as well as potential commercial uses such as private bike and
boat rentals, shuttle service and restaurants,
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4. SHORELINE CONDITIONS
Shorelines included in this evaluation include the portions of the Spokane River corridor that are
located within the boundaries of the City of Spokane Valley. This includes shorelines from the
eastern City boundary (River Mile [RM] 91) to the western City boundary (RM 81.5), excluding
the area within the Town of Millwood (RM 82.1 to RM 83.4). The evaluation is divided into the
four river segments used for the Shoreline Inventory.
4.1 Segment I — Upstream City Limits to Flora Road
Character of the River Corridor:
The river corridor through this segment is a mix of residential and open space. Areas on the
north side of the river include residential and industrial uses. The south side of the river is
predominately single family residential. In many areas the residential uses are separated from
the public uses by high steep banks or vegetated buffers. This segment provides some isolation
and urban wilderness for trail and river users. The river contains many of the whitewater rapids
that make the Spokane River a popular summer float. In the residential areas there are many
informal trails used to access the SRCT and for neighborhood swimming and fishing areas. It is
considered by many users as a very attractive part of the SRCT and river. Since much of the
shorelines are already developed the character of the river corridor is not expected to change
substantially.
Access and Use of the River Corridor:
Access to the river corridor occurs predominately at Barker Road and to a lesser extent Flora
Road on both the north and south sides of the river. Eden Road (closed City right-of-way) is
used for neighborhood access. Recreational use is relatively heavy with access provided by the
Barker Road SRCT parking area on the south bank and the Barker Road Boat. Launch on the
North bank. The existing parking appears adequate for both SRCT use and at the north bank
boat launch,
The Barker Road access is easily accessible from I-90 and Trent Avenue. The nearest
commercial area for user services (food, drink, gas) is near the Barker Road/Sprague Avenue
intersection with additional services at Harvard Road in Liberty Lake (gas, restaurant, hotel).
The KOA campground is located approximately 0.5 miles north of the Barker Road Bridge.
Key Use Areas:
Key use areas are:
• Barker Road Bridge where the gravel SRCT parking area (south side) and the boat launch
(north side) are popular destinations for users. Parking and access is adequate for current
users.
® Flora Road (North) North shore area east of Flora Road is an area used by hikers and
fisherman to access the river. Parking is limited.
o Flora Road (South) Direct river access at Flora Road is used as a small boat launch, for
swimming, fishing, and neighborhood SRCT access. Parking is very limited.
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4.2 Segment 2— Flora Road to Trent Avenue
Character of the River Corridor:
The river corridor through this segment is a mix of isolated wooded areas, expansive fields and
commercial development. This river segment is generally adjacent to large parcel mixed uses on
south side and industrial uses on the north side with an area of existing residential use on the
south (portion of Greenacres). Much of the land is currently undeveloped. Recreational use is
heavy through this river segment and includes SRCT trail uses, fishing, boating and floating. It
is anticipated that additional commercial/mixed use development will occur adjacent to the
shoreline jurisdiction. Future development will likely result in increased use of the river corridor
and additional access requirements to service future developments. This segment provides some
isolation and an urban wilderness experience for trail and river users but is expected to change as
the area is developed and becomes more urbanized.
Access and Use of the River Corridor:
Access to the river corridor predominately occurs at Mission Avenue, Sullivan Park and
Mirabeau Point. Other access points include E. Indiana Road, a public right of way near the
Walt Worthy office building, Spokane Mall access, and the Trent Avenue access. Use of these
access points is limited due to limited parking, little historical use, or lack of signage. Mission
Avenue is an important access used by kayakers to access the popular Sullivan Hole park and
play area. Sullivan Park is a formal city park located on the north side of the river.
Sullivan Park is easily accessible from 1-90 and Trent Avenue. Mission Avenue and Mirabeau
Point are both used to access the river corridor but are more difficult to find due to lack of
signage. All of these areas are close to the Spokane Valley Mall which can provide services
(food and drink) to users of the river corridor. Mirabeau Point is convenient to services on Pines
and Trent Avenues while Mission Avenue is convenient to the Spokane Valley Mall and the
Hanson development located east of the mall.
Key Use Areas:
Key use areas within this segment include both river corridor access and specific high use areas.
River Corridor Access:
@ Mission Avenue is used by the neighborhood to access the SRCT. The Mission Road
access is used for direct river access for fishing and swimming and is very important to
local and regional kayakers to access the Sullivan Hole play spot. Much of the nearby
property is zoned mixed use. Currently (year 2012) approximately 200 apartments are
being constructed on a portion of the property adjacent to this access. It is anticipated
that the increased population will increase use in this area.
O Sullivan Road provides access to Sullivan Park on the north side of the river and the
Spokane Valley Mall on the south side of the river. Sullivan Park is a major shoreline
access point used for day use (picnicking and swimming), for direct river access, and for
parking to access the SRCT, located on the south side of the river requiring users to cross
Sullivan Bridge. The proposed Sullivan Bridge improvements will provide safe
pedestrian access and improvements for direct river access. Designated SRCT parking
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and trail signage does not exist at the Spokane Valley Mall but trail users do park there to
access the SRCT.
• Mirabeau Point provides an important access to the SRCT and the river. Activities at
Centerplace introduce visitors to the river corridor. Parking, trail and river access are
adequate at Mirabeau Point.
® The Trent Avenue access can be improved. Trent Avenue is a high traffic area and this
access is minimal signed and not very attractive for users. With improvements this area
could become an important area to access the SRCT.
River Corridor Use Areas:
▪ Sullivan Hole is the most popular kayak play spot on the river. Nearby is the Mini-
Climax wave used by kayakers at higher river flows. The area has seen increasing multi-
use activities including fishing, swimming and picnicking. Upstream of Sullivan Hole,
on the north side of the river is located a large sandy beach that is currently only
accessible from the water or by foot. In the future, when the Sullivan Road gravel pit is
closed access to this beach may be feasible along the existing gravel pit access road.
s Mission Avenue is a high use area for river access. Development of nearby properties
will bring increased use to this area. Currently many users access the river down a steep,
eroded trail right by the access. Signage and low intensity development (picnic tables,
benches and signage) at the nearby old "Lions Park" would provide an appropriate day
use area.
6 A popular beach is located downstream of Sullivan Park on the north side of the river.
This beach is accessible from Sullivan Park, Development of a trail and signage would
be appropriate to direct users to this area.
® The Zoo Wave is a kayak park and play area located downstream of the Union Pacific
Railroad Bridge and upstream of Mirabeau Point, There is no parking and the feature is
typically accessed when running the river. The south shoreline adjacent to the Zoo Wave
is a large flat river bench that is suitable for day use and may be an appropriate area to
construct ADA access.
a Mirabeau Point is a high use area that is suitable for development of low intensity day
uses to help direct users to low impact areas. Suitable development might include better
definition of the trail system, fencing, development of an overlook and picnic areas.
Additional planning to protect these areas while maintaining uses will be required by City
and State parks.
® Fishing is popular between Sullivan Bridge and Mirabeau Point. Informal trails lead to
the fishing areas.
Future Use Areas:
During this review of river corridor access and users the following areas were noted as possible
areas that could benefit access to the SRCT and the river in the future.
® Completion of mining activities at the Sullivan Road gravel pit is not expected in the near
future but when completed a 160 acre cold water lake will exist. This lake is a window
into the Spokane aquifer and uses will need to be limited to protect the region's water
supply. The combination of a large lake adjacent to the river corridor provides an
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opportunity to increase access to the north side of the river; including the large beach by
Sullivan Hole and for economic development of the strip between the lake and the river.
e The undeveloped land east of Mirabeau Point is zoned mixed use. Additional access
close to the Union Pacific railroad Bridge should be considered when developed. A new
SRCT/river access near this location would provide access to the SRCT, the Zoo Wave
and adjacent day use area, and linkage to the COSV Millwood trail currently under
design.
• There is no direct SRCT access from the Pinecroft property. Depending on the type of
development an additional public access point may be appropriate for users in this area to
access the SRCT.
4.3 Segment 3 Trent Avenue to Coyote Rocks
Character of the River Corridor:
The river corridor through this segment is characterized by well vegetated, high steep bank,
decreasing in elevation at Myrtle Point, Plantes Ferry and Coyote Rocks. Myrtle Point park is an
undeveloped park owned by the COSV is located in this river segment. Through much of this
segment river corridor uses are isolated from the adjacent uplands. Due to the steep banks and
the Myrtle Point Park, the character of this segment is not expected to substantially change.
Access and Use of the River Corridor:
Through much of this segment the COSV has jurisdiction on only the south bank. Land uses
along this segment include the City's Myrtle Point Park and the Coyote Rocks residential
development. Recreational use is relatively heavy at the beaches by Coyote Rocks with access
from the Plantes Ferry SRCT parking lot is located on the north bank (Spokane County
jurisdiction). The only legal access to the south bank from within the COSV is at Trent Avenue.
Access from the residential areas to the south is difficult due to the lack of public parking and a
legal access to the SRCT and Myrtle Point. The nearest commercial area for services (food,
drink, gas) is along Trent Avenue. Most users enter this area from the north side Plantes Ferry
Parking lot.
Key Use Areas:
Key use areas are:
• Myrtle Point is located on the south bank of Plantes Ferry and is undeveloped. The area
is used for swimming and fishing. The area should remain as a conservation area due to
its connection with the highlands to the north but is appropriate for development of low
intensity day uses such as picnicking and swimming. Access to the area from
neighborhood to the south should be improved and the area has been identified as
needing boat access to fill in a gap of the Spokane River Trail.
e The Trent Avenue access has potential to direct users to the river corridor. Trent is a high
traffic road and an inviting entrance to the river would be suitable here.
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4.4 Segment 4— Orchard Avenue Area
Character of the River Corridor:
The river in this segment is impounded by Upriver Dam and is lake like. Through this segment
the COSV has jurisdiction on only the south bank. This segment is almost entirely residential.
The residential properties extend to the river and are generally fully developed to the waters
edge.
Access and Use of the River Corridor:
Uses include swimming, fishing and boating. This is the only shoreline within the COSV that is
suitable for docks and motor boats. There is no public access located in this area of the city.
Key Use Areas:
• There are no public key use areas within this segment.
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5. PROPOSED SHORELINE ACCESS AND USER IMPROVEMENTS
As described above, the Spokane River corridor has significant existing public access
opportunities. Based on current information, these existing access opportunities are adequate to
meet demand for current and anticipated future uses. This section addresses improvements to
existing access and new access areas that may be proposed.
When identifying potential future access improvements, the COSV acknowledges the efforts of
Washington State Parks and the City Parks department to balance development of recreational
opportunities against preservation of the natural environment that is important to the recreational
experience. Accordingly, COSV seeks to implement the preferred approach of Washington State
Parks and Friends of Centennial Trail goal of limiting proliferation of uncoordinated, multiple
access points and instead focusing improvements on existing access points or developing new
day use areas or access points at select, appropriate planned locations.
The proposed improvements described below have been developed from comments received at
public meetings and from communications with user groups and with park managers. Proposed
improvements are consistent with proposed shoreline Environmental Designations, existing park
management plans, and the preservation of high-quality conservation areas. Improvements to
existing access areas and for the development of future use areas will need to comply with the
Goals, Policies, and Regulations as adopted by the City. Figure 5-1 shows the location of these
proposed improvements.
Improvements to Existing Shoreland Access
Access to the SRCT is good. Improvements to existing access points can include improvements
to the existing parking areas to reduce maintenance, provide stormwater treatment, and provide
ADA access. Additionally, improvements on existing access points can address other issues
such as improved signage, ADA compliance or construction of new amenities at appropriate
locations including public bathrooms, water fountains, benches, picnic areas, and paved parking.
Table 5-1 provides a summary of proposed improvements to existing access areas commonly
used to access the SRCT and the land within the shoreline,
Table 5-1 Proposed Shoreland Access Improvements
Access Proposed Improvements
Barker Road - Pave, landscape and provide stormwater treatment for the existing gravel SRCT parking area.
South Parking area and SRCT trail access are ADA accessible though the slopes to and on the trail
appear to be steep.
Barker Road - Increase parking for non-motorized direct river access. Purchase of additional property may be
North necessary to provide sufficient parking when Barker Road is widened. Consider an ADA
compliant path to the river put-in.
Mission Ave Pave, landscape and provide additional parking, including ADA parking. Bathroom/changing
room would be helpful.
Sullivan Park Parking and amenities are sufficient. Provide a non-motorized ADA compliant river put-
in/takeout when the new bridge is constructed. Due to the steepness of the bank an ADA
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compliant access to the river will be difficult to construct and maintain.
Mirabeau Parking and ADA access are good.
Park
Trent Avenue Pave, landscape,bathroom, signage for trail access.
Myrtle Point Provide public access and parking from the south side.
Improvements to Existing Direct River Access
Direct river access is used for river floating, fishing, swimming, and kayak park and play
activities. Floating the river is a popular activity for summertime innertubers and the whitewater
community which includes kayakers, canoeists, and rafters. Existing boat accesses are not ADA
compliant and it is difficult to launch larger rafts and drift boats using a trailer. The lack of a
useable takeout at the west side of the city near Plantes Ferry/Coyote Rocks creates an
impediment to boat use on the river. Table 5-2 provides a summary of proposed non-motorized
access improvements that benefit river users.
Table 5-2 Proposed Direct River Access Inrprovenrents
Access Proposed Improvements
Barker Road - See Table 5-1 and 5-2.
North
Mission Ave See Table 5-1 and 5-2.
' Sullivan Park Access to the river is difficult and high use has resulted in erosion. Provide better access
for direct river uses.
Mirabeau Park Access and signage adequate for use.
Myrtle Point Support user groups and State Parks to identify and construct a non-motorized boat launch
fPlantes Ferry in this area.
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Spokane River—Future Use Areas
Trail and river use is expected to increase in the future as populations increase and vacant land is
developed within or adjacent to the shoreline jurisdiction. It may become appropriate to improve
public access opportunities to address any unmet demand for access or to compensate for
impacts to existing access opportunities.
Any development of future access areas will need to be coordinated with both City and State
Parks and located and designed consistent with the COSV's SMP. If additional new access areas
are requested they must be designed for public access, including parking and signage.
When considering potential future access improvements, the COSV will balance development of
recreational opportunities against preservation of the natural environment that is important to the
recreational experience. Consistent with Parks policies, COSV will limit proliferation of
uncoordinated, multiple access points and seek to focus on new day use areas or access points at
select, appropriate planned locations identified below.
Table 5-3 includes proposed access improvements that have been identified as suitable areas to
improve access to popular shoreline use areas while protecting more sensitive areas. The
proposed new day use areas are located in disturbed areas or areas subject to development
pressure that are suitable for development of low impact day uses. Low impact development of
these sites, utilizing existing trails and dirt roads can be accomplished with little ecological
impact to the shorelines. The development of these Iow intensity user areas will benefit the
shoreline environment by directing shoreline users to areas that minimize disturbances to the
shoreline vegetation.
Table 5-3 Proposed Future Shoreline Day Use Areas
Access Proposed proven]ents
Eden Road Currently used as neighborhood access. If the river bench alongside the river is developed into
a day use area,opening Eden Road and providing parking is warranted.
Mission Potential day use area at"Lions Park". Provide picnic tables, benches and improve signage.
Ave/Lions Park
Mirabeau-East New parking and access near the UP RR bridge to support access to the Zoo Wave and a
potential day use area located on the river bench near the Zoo Wave.
Mirabeau Park Provide day use area along heavily used rock and river, picnic tables and benches.
Pinecroft Provide public parking and public access to the SRCT at the Pinecroft subdivision if warranted
by development uses.
Myrtle Point Provide/stabilize beach access,provide a day use area.
Spokane River—Economic Development
New development along or adjacent to the river corridor such as restaurants, recreational
equipment stores, and similar enterprises attracts users and provides needed services. There are
Iimited services available near the shorelines and potential development of gathering places at or
near busy road corridors (Barker Road, Sullivan Road, Mirabeau Point, or Trent Avenue) could
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provide services for shoreline users. The shoreline is a sensitive environment with lots of public
use and oversight. Any future development within the shoreline will need to be located in
appropriate areas to avoid net loss of shoreline ecological functions and any ecological impacts
associated with a new development will need to be mitigated.
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6. IMPLEMENTATION
Public access improvements within the shoreline may be proposed by applicants including public
agencies. These voluntary public access improvements if requested and constructed as part of a
proposed development should be consistent with this plan and with the SMP and must benefit the
community. New shoreline public access should be integrated into the platting and site
development planning process. In general, the COSV chooses to implement the approach of
Washington State Parks and Friends of SRCT of discouraging uncoordinated, multiple access
points, and, instead, focusing any improvements on existing or planned locations identified in
this document in order to maintain the integrity of the river corridor, the SRCT and its natural
surroundings and to facilitate the flow of traffic along the SRCT and Spokane River. Areas
identified in this plan for access and use improvements are located in part on public lands.
Implementation of proposed access improvements will therefore require that the COSV
coordinate with State Parks. It is expected that any planning and implementation of publically
funded improvement projects will be coordinated through each parks capital improvement plan.
In addition to voluntary improvements proposed by applicants, state shoreline regulations require
private projects to provide public access in certain circumstances. However, the regulations
acknowledge limitations on the requirement to provide public access.
First private projects are not required to provide access on-site when a public access plan
supports more effective public access opportunities. As identified above, this plan identifies
planned locations for future access to discourage proliferation of multiple uncoordinated
accesses such that on-site access will not typically be required unless consistent with the
improvements identified in this plan.
Second, private projects are not required to provide access if the requirement would violate
constitutional or other legal limitations. The most critical constitutional limit on development
conditions requiring public access is the doctrine of "regulatory takings," which requires local
government to show a "nexus"5 and "rough proportionality"6 for such conditions (also known as
the "Nollan/Dolan" analysis), These principles, which originated under a federal constitutional
takings analysis, have similarly been applied in a Washington constitutional context. Based on
these constitutional principles, access can be required of private property owners in the
5 The City must show that an"essential nexus"exists between a legitimate state interest and the permit condition.
The focus here is on the nature of the permit condition and the need to show that its nature is related to an adverse
impact of the proposed development.
6 To comply with the requirement of"rough proportionality,"the City must show that the degree of the exactions
demanded by the permit conditions bears the required relationship to the projected impact of the proposed
development. The focus here is on the degree of the permit condition and the need to show that its degree is related
to the extent of the adverse impact.
'Public access conditions may raise other constitutional issues, such as substantive due process and equal
protection, but the takings evaluation outlined above typically addresses most issues related to public access. A
publication providing guidance on these and other legal issues has been produced by the Washington Attorney
General's Office. Public access policies and regulations proposed by the City should be evaluated under the takings
framework described in the Attorney General Guidance to satisfy the requirements of RCW 36.70A.370.
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shoreline context if demand for access exceeds current capacity8 or if existing access
opportunities are impaired.9 As described earlier, it is not anticipated that development within
the shoreline will create a demand that exceeds existing capacity because existing access to the
shorelines within the COSV is generally good and current information suggests that these
existing access opportunities are adequate to meet demand for current and anticipated future
uses. However, if a private project proposes to remove or impact existing public access
(physical or visual), then the City will typically impose a condition related to public access to
mitigate this impact to a degree similar to the impact to existing public access that is created by
the proposed project.
S For example, if a private project increases the demand for public access to shorelines, then the City can typically
impose a condition related to public access to mitigate this impact,again,to a degree that is proportional to the
amount of increased demand.
9 For example, if a private project proposes to remove or impact existing public access(physical or visual),then the
City can typically impose a condition related to public access to mitigate this impact to a degree similar to the
impact to existing public access that is created by the proposed project.
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