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Lake Point developers outline off-site sewer extension plan; construction expected this summer
Summary
Brookfield Properties, engineering firm Kennedy Jenks and contractor Tucci and Sons told Covington City Council on March 25 they plan to construct about 2,700 feet of off‑site sanitary sewer this summer for the Lake Point development, using a three‑phase approach with dewatering, sewer installation and roadway restoration.
Brookfield Properties and its engineering and construction contractors on March 25 presented plans for an off-site sanitary sewer extension related to the Lake Point development and told Covington City Council the work is scheduled to occur this summer.
Scott Jones of Brookfield Properties introduced the project team and milestones, and said the firm would provide a fuller update to council soon. “My name is Scott Jones. I'm with Brookfield Properties. I'm also representing Brook Gal…Brookfield serves as the development manager,” he said.
Design firm Kennedy Jenks described the project as roughly 2,700 feet of sanitary sewer, mostly in the existing city right-of-way, with upgrades to existing mains that should benefit nearby residents. Kennedy Jenks engineer Brahmin (spelled in transcript) Rolfe said approvals including SEPA and right‑of‑way reviews had been completed and that construction is planned for summer 2025.
Contractor Tyler Wright of Tucci and Sons outlined a three-phase construction approach. Phase 1 would install temporary dewatering wells along Southeast Timberland Boulevard to lower the groundwater for trenching; Wright said, “we're anticipating starting that in late April if we can… and it'll extend into June 2025.” Phase 2 involves main sewer installation, side‑sewer connections using temporary pumps and buried containment tanks to maintain service, and Phase 3 is road restoration, milling and repaving the trench areas prior to the next school year.
Wright told council crews will use temporary pumps and storage tanks to maintain wastewater conveyance during lateral connections: “This system will allow homeowners use of their water and sewer during construction… They’re powered by a 24 [kilowatt] generator connected to emergency notification systems if issues arise.” Presenters said storage and pumping capacity would prevent backups in connected homes.
Council members asked about traffic, pedestrian safety near schools and noise. Presenters said the city had considered longer work hours to expedite the schedule and that dewatering quantities are expected to be lower in summer, enabling faster progress. On noise, Wright said generators will be in insulated metal enclosures and “they're very quiet. They're intended to be operated around residential areas without breaking any sound requirements.”
Public outreach measures include door‑to‑door notices, an April pop-up information event for residents, and flyers via a public‑outreach firm. Presenters said they were coordinating with Kent School District and local schools on bus lanes and pedestrian routing during construction.
Why it matters: the sewer would serve the Lake Point development and also includes replacement and upgrades to existing mains that could improve service for nearby residents. The contractors said they aim to finish major work before the fall school year to reduce long-term disruptions.
No formal council action was required or taken on the project at this meeting; presenters requested feedback and outlined the construction plan and outreach. Council members thanked the presenters and asked staff to continue coordination with schools and residents.
