Lincoln Field
Athletic Field for Lincoln High School
Lincoln High School is the only high school in the district without an athletic field. When Seattle voters approved the 2022 capital levy, the school-specific projects included a new practice field for Lincoln High School.
The new Lincoln High School Practice Field would provide an athletics practice “home field” for students at Lincoln High School. It would give Lincoln High School students a state-of-the-art, full -size turf field for soccer and football, restrooms, and storage for athletic equipment.
In addition, a practice running track would be upgraded at the nearby Lower Woodland #7 field to accommodate Lincoln’s robust track and field program.
Location Search
There is not room to add a field on the Lincoln site, so SPS has been looking for an alternative site where a field can be constructed. We have conducted a robust evaluation of potential sites for a new field. Nine total locations were each evaluated for student safety, accessibility, and sustainability.
Community Input Sought
After a thorough assessment of multiple locations, we are seeking community input on Wallingford Playfield as the location for the new Lincoln High School Practice Field. We are also exploring Meridian Playfield and Queen Anne Bowl as alternatives.
A decision has not been made. Designs will be developed once a location is chosen. If Wallingford Playfield is selected with agreement by Seattle Parks and Recreation, the plan would include keeping a playground, tennis courts, and other existing amenities.
Funding
This project is funded by the Buildings, Technology, and Academics/Athletics Capital Levy (BTA V), which was approved by Seattle voters in 2022.
These funds cannot help the district close the budget gap. Funding from a capital levy must be used for the specified purposed. Capital levy funding cannot be transferred to the general fund, which is the account where operations and staffing are budgeted.
Timeline
- Design and Permitting: October 2024–May 2025
- Bidding and Construction: April 2025–August 2025
Community Meeting
You can download the presentation from the community meeting.
We are working to update our Frequently Asked Questions with the questions from the meeting and those you have submitted through Let’s Talk.
We are planning the next community gathering. Information will be shared as soon as the schedule is set.
Questions or Comments?
Use our Let’s Talk online feedback form
Frequently Asked Questions
Project Team
Project Management Firm: Shiels Obletz Johnsen (SOJ)
SOJ Project Manager: Paige McGehee, paigem@sojsea.com
Design and Engineering Firm: McGranahan PBK