Join Friends of Alpenrose

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    Softball Team Huddle on Alpenrose field

    Welcome to Friends of Alpenrose

    Please join us as we advocate for the redevelopment of Alpenrose Farm to be the best it can be for the community.

    Friends of Alpenrose was formed in 2021 after a large subdivision was proposed for the Alpenrose property. We would like to be active partners in the conversations and decisions that lie ahead for the developer, government agencies, and stakeholders.

    Background:

    In 2019, the historic Alpenrose Dairy operation was purchased by Smith Bros. Dairy, a 100-plus year old family dairy based in Kent, Washington.  They purchased the dairy facility, but not the over 50 acre site, which was owned by Alfa Shattuck, LLC. Almost all of the land is zoned for residential 10,000 square foot lots (R10).

    Please see our Ongoing Updates page for information on the status of the proposed development.

    Our Goals:

    We are advocating for a redevelopment process that will:

    • Preserve and respect the historic, cultural, and recreational legacy of the site,
    • Conserve and enhance the natural areas,
    • Meet community transportation needs,
    • Provide a variety of housing types to meet city goals and need,
    • Keep the community informed and engaged.