CURRENT PROJECTS
Comprehensive Planning Update for the Park District
Overview
Our Parks, Recreation, and Open Space is a long-range planning document developed and updated with the community every six years. It documents the existing system of parks, facilities, and programs and evaluates the community’s expressed interests and needs on an ongoing basis.
Status
This project is being led by Framework, a consultant team with expertise in open public participation and in making plans and implementation measures practical. Throughout 2025, to obtain State enforcement in February 2026, the community will work to update the current plan with a new strategy towards desired changes and outcomes. The process and the product will provide direction towards service levels and priorities that inform annual budgets and improvement projects.
For more information, contact Matthew Keough, mattk@biparks.org
Accessibility Awareness and District Planning
Overview
This is a system-wide initiative to improve the accessibility of all parks and facilities on Bainbridge.
The resulting Transition Plan will identify physical and programmatic barriers to access, such as handicap-accessible doorways or appropriate guidance for visiting parks or participating despite physical challenges.
Status
Beginning in the Spring of 2025 and through 2026, a third-party expert consultant team will report to the community the conditions, correction remedies, and cost estimates within a systematic approach to implementing accessibility improvements.
For more information, contact Matthew Keough, mattk@biparks.org
Battle Point Restrooms
Overview
New restrooms are coming to Battle Point Park.
This 520 square-foot facility will feature four individual ADA accessible family assist restrooms and will replace the existing restroom structure located near the KidsUp! playground. The existing structure will be decommissioned and retained for storage.
Status
A new septic system has been designed and the precast concrete structure was delivered to the site in August 2024. Final installation will occur when permitting is completed. Projected opening: 2025.
For more information, contact David Harry, Park Services Superintendent – davidh@biparks.org
Strawberry Hill Park Batting Cage
Overview
A new 30’x60’ covered batting cage is coming soon to Strawberry Hill Park. The new cage will be adjacent to the current restroom/concessions building.
Status
Construction is underway ahead of the spring season.
During construction, the upper parking lot and restroom/concessions building may be required to close temporarily. Your patience will be appreciated.
For more information, contact David Harry, Park Services Superintendent – davidh@biparks.org
Ray Williamson Pool Rehabilitation
Visit our Ray Williamson Pool Rehabilitation page
Vincent to Gazzam Trail Project
A new trail connection is being planned for the Gazzam Lake Nature Preserve. The new trail section will follow an easement to the west of the Bainbridge Island Transfer Station and will connect the Opal Ridge Trail to Vincent Road near Kojima Ave.
Williams Olson Park Restoration
Beginning in November of 2023, the park went through an update, which included the addition of a custom picnic shelter and seating areas overlooking the shoreline. Site improvements include an enhanced restroom facility, stormwater treatment, native planting, parking, and trails. Interpretive signage regarding the park’s history and the local community’s involvement is planned.
Sakai Park Tennis Court Construction
Strawberry Hill Skate Park
The Strawberry Hill Skatepark Expansion Concept Plan was formally approved by the Park Commissioners at the April 20th, 2023, Park District Board Meeting. Construction documents and a permit package have been prepared and reviewed by the COBI Building Department. Fundraising and permitting will determine future phased development.
The 16,660-sf. Strawberry Hill Skate Park facility will feature an expansive, open “street skating” area with ramps, stairs, rails, and many other elements typical of an urban skating environment. An undulating “pump track” wraps around the skating plaza, allowing a long, continuous ride through momentum-building curves and bowls.
The park has been designed for skaters of all skill levels and will welcome not just skateboarders but roller and inline skaters and scooters.
For more information on how to get involved with this project, please visit the Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation page here.
Strawberry Hill Skate Park Expansion Map
Strawberry Hill Skatepark Expansion Concept
Skate Park Timeline
Strawberry Hill Skatepark Expansion Revision Summary
Strawberry Hill Bike Park
