FOLLOWUP: Lincoln Park beach restroom renovations almost done

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(September 2020 photo from Shelly)

Also from the “you asked, so we checked” file — we have a status report on the Lincoln Park restroom renovations toward the south end of the beach. Janet emailed this week, wondering how much longer before the comfort station reopened. The work started more than six months ago. We asked Seattle Parks project manager Kelly Goold for an update – here’s his reply:

We are using an epoxy floor for Lincoln Park Comfort Station – similar to what is used in commercial kitchens and many other Parks Comfort Station buildings. The flooring requires that the existing concrete slab meet moisture level requirements before we can install. That is proving to be a challenge given the existing building is built into a hill near water. The contractor thinks with recent good weather we will be able to meet moisture level requirements by next week. Approximately 3 weeks left to install flooring, partitions, and accessories and have final inspection with our maintenance staff. Roughly that would be the week of April 19th when the building could potentially reopen.

JEM Contractors is handling this project and the 57th SW restroom rebuild on Alki Beach.

SIDE NOTE: When we last mentioned this project in September, we also noted the long-awaited South Play Area project was supposed to get going this winter. Checking that project website – now construction isn’t expected before fall.

WSOwl March 27, 2021 (4:32 pm)

Good news!

Sbone March 27, 2021 (4:36 pm)

Good to hear. Proper surface preparation is key to ensure the epoxy adheres. Looks great from the outside…can’t wait to break it in when it opens. Maybe JEM can be hired to rebuild the playground up the hill…they seem to be able to get the job done.

Al King March 27, 2021 (5:25 pm)

The Alki restroom rebuild is coming along slowly. The forms are in and the water pipes and wiring is prepped. Looks like not too far off for the cement truck to pour the new foundation.

Kate March 27, 2021 (7:27 pm)

Time for a Beach Dr Emma Schmitz seawall update. What on EARTH is taking them so long to finish that project? There’s be little to no activity for months. Or maybe it’s been weeks? It’s hard for me to determine time anymore….It’s all a blur. But it seems like that pile of fencing should have been picked up by now.

WSB March 27, 2021 (7:45 pm)

I’ve had that inquiry out for several days. No reply so next week I have to try some different contacts…
pupsarebest March 29, 2021 (10:48 am)

Empire State Building completed in one year, 45 days.

Humble public restroom in Seattle city park, six months and counting.

Yep, that sounds about right.
Steve March 29, 2021 (1:02 pm)

They would have to wait 30-60 days after pouring concrete so that it could gain full strength before they could do anymore building upon or around it.

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