Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan

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The City is updating the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan - the plan that summarizes the long-term vision and guides further development for our community's central recreational complex.

During this update, we are examining areas that can be developed for current and evolving uses. The updated Master Plan will guide our strategic planning to equitably meet future community needs.

In addition to maintaining and upgrading facilities, we are factoring two new ideas into this Master Plan update.

  • Community recreation center: Many community members have said they want more space for indoor recreation, and many people have also expressed a desire for a community center. Our plans will factor in expanded facilities for more aquatic and other indoor recreation, and more community gathering spaces. The design of a community recreation center building is outside the scope of the Master Plan update, but we will be reserving space for a future development.


Did you miss the open house on Nov. 6?

Watch the video below or view the presentation slides to learn more about the development options we presented.

Take the survey!

We want to hear your feedback about the four options we’ve presented that show how Civic grow and where new amenities – like a new school building for Carl Cozier or a community recreation center – might go. Take the survey here.


Para información en español, baje hasta el final de la página.

The City is updating the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan - the plan that summarizes the long-term vision and guides further development for our community's central recreational complex.

During this update, we are examining areas that can be developed for current and evolving uses. The updated Master Plan will guide our strategic planning to equitably meet future community needs.

In addition to maintaining and upgrading facilities, we are factoring two new ideas into this Master Plan update.

  • Community recreation center: Many community members have said they want more space for indoor recreation, and many people have also expressed a desire for a community center. Our plans will factor in expanded facilities for more aquatic and other indoor recreation, and more community gathering spaces. The design of a community recreation center building is outside the scope of the Master Plan update, but we will be reserving space for a future development.


Did you miss the open house on Nov. 6?

Watch the video below or view the presentation slides to learn more about the development options we presented.

Take the survey!

We want to hear your feedback about the four options we’ve presented that show how Civic grow and where new amenities – like a new school building for Carl Cozier or a community recreation center – might go. Take the survey here.

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    Hello, Where will the bellingham co-ed softball teams play when Geri fields are removed?

    ms2320 asked about 5 hours ago

    Hi, and thanks for your question. The Geri fields aren't removed in these development scenarios, with the exception of field 3, which could be converted into a wetland interpretation area. Geri 3 is very wet and is used mostly as a practice field right now. All site scenarios which show "new/replaced Recreation Amenities" over Geri 1 and 2 are labeled that way to indicate those fields are due for significant upgrades. 

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  • Share Dear City of Bellingham, I am writing to provide feedback on the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan, specifically regarding the preservation of mature trees on the site. I strongly support the City's efforts to preserve the central mature forest area within the complex, as this forest contains several Landmark Trees that are crucial to the health of our urban environment. However, I am concerned about Option 2, which could threaten Landmark Trees located directly north of the Sportsplex. It is essential that the final design of this option takes these trees into account and ensures they are fully protected from any development impacts. These trees are not only valuable for their environmental contributions but also for their historical and aesthetic significance to our community. I urge the City to commit to protecting all Landmark Trees at the Civic Athletic Complex, in line with the protections required of residents and private developers in public development projects. Preserving these trees is critical for maintaining Bellingham’s green spaces and urban ecosystem. Thank you for considering my input. on Facebook Share Dear City of Bellingham, I am writing to provide feedback on the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan, specifically regarding the preservation of mature trees on the site. I strongly support the City's efforts to preserve the central mature forest area within the complex, as this forest contains several Landmark Trees that are crucial to the health of our urban environment. However, I am concerned about Option 2, which could threaten Landmark Trees located directly north of the Sportsplex. It is essential that the final design of this option takes these trees into account and ensures they are fully protected from any development impacts. These trees are not only valuable for their environmental contributions but also for their historical and aesthetic significance to our community. I urge the City to commit to protecting all Landmark Trees at the Civic Athletic Complex, in line with the protections required of residents and private developers in public development projects. Preserving these trees is critical for maintaining Bellingham’s green spaces and urban ecosystem. Thank you for considering my input. on Twitter Share Dear City of Bellingham, I am writing to provide feedback on the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan, specifically regarding the preservation of mature trees on the site. I strongly support the City's efforts to preserve the central mature forest area within the complex, as this forest contains several Landmark Trees that are crucial to the health of our urban environment. However, I am concerned about Option 2, which could threaten Landmark Trees located directly north of the Sportsplex. It is essential that the final design of this option takes these trees into account and ensures they are fully protected from any development impacts. These trees are not only valuable for their environmental contributions but also for their historical and aesthetic significance to our community. I urge the City to commit to protecting all Landmark Trees at the Civic Athletic Complex, in line with the protections required of residents and private developers in public development projects. Preserving these trees is critical for maintaining Bellingham’s green spaces and urban ecosystem. Thank you for considering my input. on Linkedin Email Dear City of Bellingham, I am writing to provide feedback on the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan, specifically regarding the preservation of mature trees on the site. I strongly support the City's efforts to preserve the central mature forest area within the complex, as this forest contains several Landmark Trees that are crucial to the health of our urban environment. However, I am concerned about Option 2, which could threaten Landmark Trees located directly north of the Sportsplex. It is essential that the final design of this option takes these trees into account and ensures they are fully protected from any development impacts. These trees are not only valuable for their environmental contributions but also for their historical and aesthetic significance to our community. I urge the City to commit to protecting all Landmark Trees at the Civic Athletic Complex, in line with the protections required of residents and private developers in public development projects. Preserving these trees is critical for maintaining Bellingham’s green spaces and urban ecosystem. Thank you for considering my input. link

    Dear City of Bellingham, I am writing to provide feedback on the Civic Athletic Complex Master Plan, specifically regarding the preservation of mature trees on the site. I strongly support the City's efforts to preserve the central mature forest area within the complex, as this forest contains several Landmark Trees that are crucial to the health of our urban environment. However, I am concerned about Option 2, which could threaten Landmark Trees located directly north of the Sportsplex. It is essential that the final design of this option takes these trees into account and ensures they are fully protected from any development impacts. These trees are not only valuable for their environmental contributions but also for their historical and aesthetic significance to our community. I urge the City to commit to protecting all Landmark Trees at the Civic Athletic Complex, in line with the protections required of residents and private developers in public development projects. Preserving these trees is critical for maintaining Bellingham’s green spaces and urban ecosystem. Thank you for considering my input.

    Meredith asked about 7 hours ago

    Thank you for your feedback. The City of Bellingham is obligated to adhere to all applicable development permitting regulations for City projects, including the Landmark Tree Ordinance. 

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    Why take down mature trees without a plan to work around some of them? Save the landmark trees

    smitichtracck asked about 5 hours ago

    Thanks for your comment! The City of Bellingham is obligated to adhere to all applicable development permitting regulations for City projects, including the Landmark Tree Ordinance.

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  • Share Greetings - I was not able to attend the Civic Complex plan open house, but I'd like to add my feedback. Overall, I like the idea and look forward to receiving more updates and opportunities to provide feedback, but I'd like to also see a Senior Center be included in the plan to be in the complex. I realize there are plans via Whatcom and Bellingham to relocate a Senior Center in the northern part of town in several years, but having a Senior Center in the vicinity of the complex where there are better and more bus stops and next door with the Lakeway centers provides for a better location and services. Please give it some consideration and thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback. on Facebook Share Greetings - I was not able to attend the Civic Complex plan open house, but I'd like to add my feedback. Overall, I like the idea and look forward to receiving more updates and opportunities to provide feedback, but I'd like to also see a Senior Center be included in the plan to be in the complex. I realize there are plans via Whatcom and Bellingham to relocate a Senior Center in the northern part of town in several years, but having a Senior Center in the vicinity of the complex where there are better and more bus stops and next door with the Lakeway centers provides for a better location and services. Please give it some consideration and thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback. on Twitter Share Greetings - I was not able to attend the Civic Complex plan open house, but I'd like to add my feedback. Overall, I like the idea and look forward to receiving more updates and opportunities to provide feedback, but I'd like to also see a Senior Center be included in the plan to be in the complex. I realize there are plans via Whatcom and Bellingham to relocate a Senior Center in the northern part of town in several years, but having a Senior Center in the vicinity of the complex where there are better and more bus stops and next door with the Lakeway centers provides for a better location and services. Please give it some consideration and thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback. on Linkedin Email Greetings - I was not able to attend the Civic Complex plan open house, but I'd like to add my feedback. Overall, I like the idea and look forward to receiving more updates and opportunities to provide feedback, but I'd like to also see a Senior Center be included in the plan to be in the complex. I realize there are plans via Whatcom and Bellingham to relocate a Senior Center in the northern part of town in several years, but having a Senior Center in the vicinity of the complex where there are better and more bus stops and next door with the Lakeway centers provides for a better location and services. Please give it some consideration and thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback. link

    Greetings - I was not able to attend the Civic Complex plan open house, but I'd like to add my feedback. Overall, I like the idea and look forward to receiving more updates and opportunities to provide feedback, but I'd like to also see a Senior Center be included in the plan to be in the complex. I realize there are plans via Whatcom and Bellingham to relocate a Senior Center in the northern part of town in several years, but having a Senior Center in the vicinity of the complex where there are better and more bus stops and next door with the Lakeway centers provides for a better location and services. Please give it some consideration and thanks for the opportunity to provide feedback.

    Sam13 asked 14 days ago

    Thank you for this feedback! We will consider your suggestion in our final plan.

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