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HISTORIC PRESERVATION Mailing addr��s: PO Sax 48343 , vlyrnpia, Washington 985ol Olympia, Washington 98504-8343 Archaeological sites: EMERGENCY ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATICNPERP41T NO: 2012. 45KI732; 2854 SW 300th Place 08 Individual Responsible for insuring completion Federal Way of the terms and conditions of the permit_ Michelle Bessler Individual responsible for field investigati cnS, Chris Miss Preparation of artifacts and records for curation NWAA/SWCA and preparation of draft and final reports: Nature of work: Repository in which collected records and data shall be deposited: Date fieldwork to begin: Date fieldwork shall end: Period of analysis: Date final report due: Special Conditions: Survey, auguring & testing, monitoring fill & fabric placement Provide archival quality duplicate copy forms, maps artifact photographs, catalog, ofall notes, field landowner retains collection; cc pAHP onre records transfer Burke if Upon receipt March 22, 2012 Concurrent through April 22, 2012 April 22, 2012 Per WAC 25-48-041, if the report is late, a Notice of Violation Will be issued & a $5000 penalty assessed • Follow protocols stated in a • If intact deposits will be im acted tian of 1/26/12 with the fallowing exceptions: patted es patio nooks or other excavation, submit interim report to DAHP &Tribes following testing describing volume of probable impacts & data recovery • If material suitable for dating is available 14 volume of proposed • Artifacts and samobtain ples must be analyzed in lab C date • Boathouse or other future developments activities are not included in this permi • Allow for on -site visits from Tribal representatives • If intact archaealagical deposits are observed and cannot be preserved in lac t is required; consult with DAHP & Tribes first • Provide copy of final report to DAHP Place, data recovery • Submit updated site form eren &Beta Analytic fiat sheets to DAHPected Tribes; yY1th ce final repo • Report mus# meet DAHP's SurVe permit number • If human remains are encountered sta Inventory standards rt' sheriff, DAHP, & affected Tribes p Work' Secure the area, notify the county coroner, per RCW 27.44,055 Issued this 22"d day of February 2012, Stephenie Kramer Assistant State Archaeologist DEPAR7hAEtVT ❑p ARCHAEptOGY HrSTORIC PRESERVATION yg Northwest Archa air solo Cultural Resources Management Services 5418 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200 Seattle WA 98107 November 30, 2011 Michelle Bessler 2854 SW 300th Place Federal Way, WA 98023 icaI Assnriattac — —� RE: Results of Archaeological Monitoring at the Bessler Property 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, King County, Washington. NWAA/SWCA Project No. 22459. Project Location and Description NWAA/SWCA was contracted by Michelle and Robert Bessler to conduct archaeological monitoring of landscaping activities at 2854 SW 300th Place in Federal Way, Washington (Figure 1). The project is located along the shoreline of Puget Sound east of Dumas gay in southwest King County in the S the NE X of the SW / of Section 1, T. 21N., R. 3E, Willamette Meridian. The €]epartment of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) requested an archaeological assessment of theproperty landscaping, g g� (or) archaeological monitoring during ground -disturbing activities. This request was based on the shoreline setting and proximity to archaeological site 4SKI732, a pre -contact shell midden located approximately 100 feet southwest of the property. Proposed landscaping nduded the excavation of two small benches (patio nooks) and associated erosion control walls into the natural terrace above the shoreline (Figure 2). The proposed excavations would be approximately 10 feet south of the existing concrete bulkhead and approximately 3-4 feet deep. Archaeological background Four pre -contact archaeological sites have been recorded along the Puget Sound shoreline between Dash Point and Redondo. Site 45K158, is a pre -contact shell midden, located mile approximately /, , southwest and composed of eleven different species of shell, a flaked -stone cobble and fire -modified rock (Moura 1980). In 2006, a pre -contact shell midden (45KI732) was recorded approximately 100 feet west of the Bessler property (5hong and Miss 20Q6), The site consisted of a 25 cm (10 inch) thick deposit of charcoal -stained sand and gravel containing shell, bone and fire -modified rock (Shoo 20()6). When recorded in 2006, the site was suspected to likely continue east along the relatively level, low- lying terrace. This area was expected to contain sutistantial intact cultural deposits based on the relatively minimal landscaping and protection from erosion by concrete bulkheads. The Bessler property occupies this low-lying terrace and NWAA/SWCA considered the proposed landscaping activities to have a veryhigh probability for encountering p y g p y ggre-contact archaeological resources. Tribal Coordination Prior to fieldwork, NWAA/SWCA sent letters to the Puyallup and Muckleshoot Indian Tribes to inform therm of the proposed project (Attachment A). The letters were followed by phone calls to the Puyallup Tribe archaeologist Brandon Reynon and Muckleshoot Tribe archaeologist Laura Murphy, Tel*206-781-1909 Fax.' 206-781-0T54 A Division Of Email. • mshong@swca.com SWCA er,vfkaNMFNTAL CONSULTANTS at 2854 SW 30d' Place, Federal 2 Field Methods ra erton ist Mike 5hong conducted field reconnaissance at the Bessler property Archaeologist, NWAA/SWCA archaeologist Puyallup President of Earthdance November 21, 2011. NWAA/SWCA was Joinede architect t Bill Pen site by pegrRne,on' property owner Michelle Bessler and land scap and protect any cultural resources exposed Organics. The primary goal of monitoring was to identi observations on standard forms, photographing during landscaping. Documentation included recording plan -view sketches. The locations of mechanical excavations, and drawing stratigraphic profiles and p nd cultural deposits were recorded with a hand-held Trimble GPS unit. trenches, shovel pubes a Results ert during field re -contact archaeological deposits were observed at the Bessler prop Y As expected, p proposed landscaping activities, the northern (shoreline) margin of the reconnaissance. Prior to the prop composed of fill and pre -contact shell property had been stripped of sod expasical ng ex underlying soils (Figure 3). Additionally, mechanical excavations associated with construction_ he Shetij new midden( g profile along the northeastern property margin (Figures exposed shell midden in p and d in profile consisted of black, charcoal -rich fine to posed profilerevealed intacto cultural depot marine sits and expose P inspection of the expose p Y g composed of a reddish fire -modified rock {FMR)• Cursory p a possible fire hearth feature near the contact with thre�dnderden had a maximum thicknes th 1 cr charcoal brown fine- to medium -grained sand (Figure 5). The the South as it roximately 30 m (100 feet) inches), but thinned gradually towardand FMR were observed in profile appd into a soil A -horizon w and shell content. Sparse shell flecks fine - south of the shoreline bulkhead. Several faunal bone and e dden spo�enithe northeast corner of the pushed over the grained volcanic material were observed within displaced eared to have been mechanically p property, The loose, surface midden in this area appeared terrace edge, likely during grading for the house foundation. While the thickness and integrity of the shell midden was readily apparent in profile along the east edge e Bessler property, suspected cultural deposits exposed brown here coal- toned salnd with spa se of the rised much removal prior to field reconnaissance exposed dark, gray loose shell midden shell along the terrace edge. Mixed fill, soils eo a e edge and theshorelliine bulkhead where the of150 of the sloping landform surface between the approximately 5 of the proposed landscaping was to occur. A small trench at nook vicinity to investigate the sub - majority excavated in the proposed p toward cm {1% x 5 feet] was mechanically deposit of shell midden sloping profile contained very few shells surface sediments. e 6)Tre. The revealed dden in he southe n half of the tre h p ,le contained abundant the shoreline (Figure 6) half of the prof and appeared re -worked, while the northern (down slope) capped an intact soil B-horizon charcoal, shell and FMR. The cultural deposits observed in Trench 1 30 c south of the bulkhead d of light yellowish -brown fine- tomedium-grained feet) so12 inch) diameter shovel compose g roximately probe excavated just north of the trench and app ravel overlying the shell midden. The shell approximately 30 cm (12 inches) of rounded beach g remain revealed app robe was not investigated and its thickness and integrity midden observed in the shovel p unknown. trench was excavated in front of the newly dconstructed heavily m mottled loamy sand and gravel fill to assler residence and just south of t e A second Trench 2 revealed heave y exposed surface midden (Figure 7) 8). No archaeological resources were observed. Several depth of approximately 120 cm (4 feet) (Figure of lumber and concrete drain pipe were encountered in the trench. Michelle Bessler state fragments91 November 30, 20 NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 300`h Place, Federal Way, Washington 3 that a septic system associated with the former house may have been removed from this vicinity. The presence of concrete pipe fragments and slightly odiferous sediments tends to corroborate this belief. Conclusions and Recommendations Archaeological field reconnaissance in response to proposed landscaping activities at the Bessler property documented additional pre -contact archaeological deposits associated with site 45KI732. Recent construction of the Bessler residence also appears to have disturbed a portion of the site. Limited subsurface investigation confirmed that archaeological deposits exist beneath proposed landscaping footprints and that ground disturbing activities in these areas would disturb potentially significant pre -contact deposits. NWAA/SWCA has prepared an update to the State of Washington Archaeological Inventory Form for site 45KI732 and submitted the form to the DAHP. Per the NWAA/SWCA scope -of -work for this project, work was stopped on discovery of archaeological deposits, while the findings are reported to DAHP and affected Tribes. This process may initiate consultation, whereby you, as the landowner, DAHP, and the Tribes discuss options to proceed. NWAA/SWCA recommends that the site be avoided and protected. Avoidance of the site will likely require modifications to the existing landscape design. One protection alternative would be to cover the archaeological site area with geotextile fabric and cover the area with fill sufficient to accommodate plantings and other landscaping features. The shell midden exposed in profile along the northeast edge of the property should also be covered with geotextile fabric and protected from further erosion with a rock or concrete barrier. If ground disturbance to any area within 30 (100 feet) of the shoreline cannot be avoided, NWAA/SWCA recommends archaeological testing to assess the significance and integrity of archaeological deposits in that area and to identify the need for further protective or mitigation measures. The DAHP has defined the requirements for an archaeological excavation and removal permit (chapter 25-48 WAC) and has developed an application form. Archaeological excavation permits are reviewed and commented on by both the DAHP and the Tribes. Additional information related to Washington State archaeological laws and permitting can be obtained from the Washington State DAHP at http://www.dahp,wa.pov or by phone at 360-586-3088. Thank you for the opportunity to conduct archaeological reconnaissance at your property. While I understand your short-term frustration related to potential redesign of current landscape plans, I am confident you will find an acceptable solution that will both protect the cultural resource and allow you to enjoy your shoreline property. Please do not hesitate to contact me or Chris Miss with any questions or concerns related to our conclusions and recommendations in this letter. Sincerely, Mike Shong Project' Archaeologist Christian J. Miss Principal Investigator Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 4 Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, Washington Cc: Gretchen Kaehler, DAHP Local Government Archaeologist Cc: Brandon Reynon, Puyallup Tribe Archaeologist Cc: Laura Murphy, Muckleshoot Tribe Archaeologist References Cited: Moura, Guy F. 1980 Washington State Archaeological Site Form, 45K158.On file, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. Shong, Michael 2006 Washington State Archaeological Site Form, 45K732.On file, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. Shong, Michael and Christian J. Miss 2006 Shell midden discovery during a proposed bulkhead installation in the Lakota community of Federal Way, King County, Washington. Letter report dated February 9 submitted to Peter Shimer, Federal Way. Northwest Archaeological Associates, Inc. On file, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 300{h Place, Federal Way, Washington 5 USGS Tacoma North and Poverty Bay, Wa, 7.5' Quads-. 1961. revised 1994 WASHINGTON a Project Area QUADRANGLE LOCATION T. 21 N. :1d�{i$id� i f4ar. � 1 /� �, •� I, f ::roe i ,, ; : I3ba -tburxv part r • ',: � `mil ,_ � :a:,: WIV 41, Wd ?.a T ap I TliL I. R � ,4 . i i l meters 500 �'; _-� • - 'feet"N 2000 ..� . 3..#: + - - 1 r.. � ;� 0 s Figure 1. Project location. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 6 Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 3001n Place. Federal Way. Washington Midden exposed on surface C.0) � ` r,.At r�r •i 1 Shovel Probe Displaced midden _ (positive for midden) deposits r.� I AP If- r2 �Trench Midden ` exposed in profile kA (�1x„ 00. 100 Stripped area frQtr., I 0 2 8meters feet 0 5 25 Figure 2. Proposed landscape plan showing location of archaeological deposits and test trenches. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 30e Place, Federal Way, Washington 7 W C-7.Aid f_ Surfaee.Fill Figure 3. Northeast comer of property showing shell midden exposed on the surface and in profile, view to the east. Figure 4. Northeast comer of property showing exposed midden, view to the south. Northwest Archaeological Associates / S WCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 8 Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 300t' Place, Federal Way, Washington Figure 5. Close-up of midden exposed alonq the eastern property boundary, view to the east. Figure 6. Trench 1 overview showing midden exposed in profile, view to the southwest. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 300t' Place, Federal Way, Washington 9 poil Figure 7. Trench 2 overview, view to the north. N-- 7F�' 17�� N� •..�y `j+_ �� ''rY•f�'��' ,ice _ ,,: - - ' . _ �•... - - y x fry ..r`,' yAr , 'F y ' Figure 8. Trench 2 west wall, view to the west. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Monit❑ring at 2854 SW 30e Place, Federal Way. Washington 11 Attachment A: Tribal Correspondence Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA November 30, 2011 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION ArNorthwest Archaeological Associates Cultural Resources Management Services 5418 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98107 To: Laura Murphy 39015 172"d Avenue SE Auburn, WA 98092 Re: Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 3001h Place, Federal Way, King County, Washington. Dear Ms. Murphy, The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) has requested that archaeological services be conducted in conjunction with landscaping activities at 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, as the property is near a known pre -contact archaeological site. The property is located along the shoreline of Puget Sound between Dash Point and Redondo, near the Lakota Community of Federal Way. Archaeological services was recommended based on the shoreline setting and proximity to archaeological site 45KI732 (Shimer Shell Midden), located several hundred feet southwest. Excavation at the property will begin at 9am on Monday, November 21, 2011 and should be completed within one day. The primary excavation on the property will be installation of an erosion control wall located approximately 15 feet south of the existing shoreline bulkhead. An NWAA/SWCA archaeologist will monitor the excavation associated with the erosion control wall which is expected to be between 3-4 feet deep. A brief letter report will be completed upon completion of the monitoring and will be forwarded by the landowner to the DAHP. At this time, we are interested to know if the Muckleshoot Tribe has any concerns for cultural resources, or traditional cultural properties at or near the project area. If so, please contact us at your earliest convenience. We look forward to hearing from you regarding this project. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. You can reach me in the field by cell phone at 206-354-9060. Sincerely Mike Shong Project Archaeologist A Division Of Tel: 206-781-1909 Fax 154 Email: miss swc SWCA Email: cmiss@swca.com ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS Northwest Archaeological Associates Cultural Resources Management Services 5418 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98107 To: Brandon Reynon Tribal Archaeologist 3009 East Portland Avenue Tacoma, WA 98404 Re: Archaeological Monitoring at 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, King County, Washington. Dear Mr. Reynon, The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) has requested that archaeological services be conducted in conjunction with landscaping activities at 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, as the property is near a known pre -contact archaeological site. The property is located along the shoreline of Puget Sound between Dash Point and Redondo, near the Lakota Community of Federal Way. Archaeological services was recommended based on the shoreline setting and proximity to archaeological site 45KI732 (Shimer Shell Midden), located several hundred feet southwest. Excavation at the property will begin at 9am on Monday, November 21, 2011 and should be completed within one day. The primary excavation on the property will be installation of an erosion control wall located approximately 15 feet south of the existing shoreline bulkhead. An NWAA/SWCA archaeologist will monitor the excavation associated with the erosion control wall which is expected to be between 3-4 feet deep. A brief letter report will be completed upon completion of the monitoring and will be forwarded by the landowner to the DAHP. At this time, we are interested to know if the Puyallup Tribe has any concerns for cultural resources, or traditional cultural properties at or near the project area. If so, please contact us at your earliest convenience. We look forward to hearing from you regarding this project. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. You can reach me in the field by cell phone at 206-354-9060. Sincerely Mike Shong Project Archaeologist Tel: 206-781-1909 A Division Of Email: 6-781-0154 SWCA Email: cmiss@swca.com ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS Author: Michael Shong and Christian J. Miss Title of Report: Letter Report to Michelle Bessler Re: Results of Archaeological Monitoring at the Bessler Property 2854 SW 300th Place Federal Wa King Count Washington. NWAA/SWCA Pro'ect No. 22459 Date of Report: November 30 2011 County(ies): Kina Section: 1 Township: 21 N Range: 3E Quad: Poverty Bay Acres:0_7 PDF of report submitted (REQUIRED) Yes Historic Property Inventory Forms to Be Apixoved Online? F- Yes No Archaeological Site s /Isolates Found or Amended? X Yes 7 No TCP s found? F Yes N No Replace a draft? 7 Yes M No Satisfy a DAHP Archaeological Excavation Permit requirement? F Yes # No DAHP Archaeological Site #: 45KI732 (Update) Deb Barker From: Kramer, Stephenie (DAHP) [Stephen ie. Kramer@DAH P.WA. GOV] Sent: Thursday, February 09, 2012 2:28 PM To: Brandon Reynon; Laura Murphy; Dennis Lewarch; Deb Barker; Alex Gall; Tasa, Guy (DAHP) Cc: mshong@swca.com; jpiper@swca.com; mcan non bessler@comcast. net; Kaehler, Gretchen (DAHP) Subject: Emergency Permit Application for your review 45KI732 (NWAA/SWCA) - Bessler Property, Federal Way, WA. Attachments: Excavation Permit App_Bessler Property REVISED email.pdf; Besseler Letter Report 30Nov11.pdf Importance: High Greetings, Attached please find an emergency excavation permit for your review. 45KI732 was observed during monitoring for landscaping activities recently. Midden is exposed, and some additional ground disturbing activities as well as filling activities are proposed. The proposed permit is partially a damage assessment and partially a boundary delineation and characterization of the site. Please email any comments you may to have to me by close of business Friday, February 17th, 2012. If you need more time, just let me know. If you have any questions or need additional information, feel free to give me a call or email All the best, Stephenie Stephenie Kramer Assistant State Archaeologist Washington State Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation PO Box 48343 Olympia, WA 98504-8343 cell (360) 485-5014 phone (360) 586-3083 fax (360) 586-3067 www.dahp.wa.gov DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY & ff ll HISTORIC PRESERVATION J ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATION PERMIT APPLICATION COVER SHEET Please note: either the Applicant or the Co -applicant must be a professional archaeologist as defined in WAC 25-48-020 (4). Name of Applicant & Affiliation: Michelle and Robert Bessler, owners Applicant's Address: 6203 Hawthome Terrace NE Tacoma WA 98422 Date: January 26, 2012 Name of Co -applicant & Affiliation: Christian J. Miss; Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA Co -applicant's Address: 5418 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200 Seattle. 98107 i Telephone and Fax Numbers: Telephone and Fax Numbers: 253-576-6006 25306-781-1909 phone; 206781-0154 (fax)-576-6006 Site(s) for which permit is requested: Parcel Number(s) 45KI732 4166600170 Proposed Fieldwork Start Date: Proposed Fieldwork End Date: February 6, 2012 February 29, 2012 Type of Excavation Proposed (e.g. testing, data recovery, etc.): Damage assessment; testing Proposed dates for analysis and reporting: March 1, 2012 - April 1, 2012 Location of Collection for Analysis: No analysis is proposed Institution in which the applicant proposes to curate all collections, records, photographs, and data: Landowner will take custody of collection; records to be curated at the Burke Museum, Seattle WA Agency which has jurisdiction over land in which site is located (e.g. County, City, Port Authority, state, etc): City of Federal Way Will human remains be removed? LJ Yes N No Signed this 60 day of�200 �� 2- •.. T f. .a RUTH C. G11'EENFIELDI NOTARY PUBLIC STATE OF AI ,HNG ► OU COMMiSS!U`H EXPIRES Y JULY 29, 2014 Co -Applicant's Signature: Subscr-bed and sworn to before me this qD�4 day of v D PUBL C in 01for the STate of shington v 1n C_ . G re eit D"ARTMENt Of ARCRAEoioGY a HISTORIC PRESERVATION Pn1,-:f rr.- -ns- Snip- r.; F:4,rr ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATION PERMIT APPLICATION COVER SHEET Please note: either the Applicant or the Co -applicant must be a professional archaeologist as defined in WAC 25-48-020 4. Name of Applicant & Affiliation: Michelle and Robert Bessler; property owners Applicant's Address: 6203 Hawthorne Terrace NE Tacoma WA 98422 Telephone and Fax Numbers: 253-576-6006 Date: January 26, 2012 Name of Co -applicant & Affiliation: Christian J. Miss; Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA Co -applicant's Address: 5418 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200 Seattle. 98107 Telephone and Fax Numbers: 25306-781-1909 phone; 206781-0154 (fax)-576-6006 Site(s) for which permit is requested: Parcel Number(s) 45KI732 4166600170 Proposed Fieldwork Start Date: Proposed Fieldwork End Date: February 6, 2012 February 29, 2012 Type of Excavation Proposed (e.g. testing, data recovery, etc.): Damage assessment; testing Proposed dates for analysis and reporting: March 1, 2012 - April 1, 2012 Location of Collection for Analysis: No analysis is proposed Institution in which the applicant proposes to curate all collections, records, photographs, and data: Landowner will take custody of collection; records to be curated at the Burke Museum, Seattle WA Agency which has jurisdiction over land in which site is located (e.g. County, City, Port Authority, state, etc): City of Federal Way Will human remains be removed? Yes No Signed this dayof J A (U4-CL J 20V Z . Applicant Signature: ,rry+�+� Co- pp icant's 5i ature: p!.ON Il�Zab�; t # �ll ry: a ly Iwo TARY �^': Subs bed and sworn to before me this � day Ai71 ti,. 91...•tf rrc. D ARY PU 13131 C in and for the State of Washington ARCHAEOLOGICAL EXCAVATION PERMIT APPLICATION FOR THE BESSLER PROPERTY, 45K1732, KING COUNTY, WASHINGTON Submitted to the Washington State Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation P.O. Box 48343 Olympia, WA 98504-8343 Submitted by Michele and Robert Bessler and Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION — NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA 5418 - 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200 Seattle, Washington 98107 INTRODUCTION Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA has been retained by Michelle and Robert Bessler to conduct a damage assessment of site 45KI732, a pre -contact shell midden, located along the shoreline of Puget Sound east of Dumas Bay in the Lakota community of Federal Way, Washington (Figure 1). The Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP), in a letter dated November 30, 2011, stipulated that a damage assessment of the site (within the Bessler property) must be performed to document any alteration of the site caused by construction and an excavation permit must be secured before any additional ground disturbing activities or fill placement can occur. In 2006, 45KI732 was recorded just west of the Bessler property. The site was composed of charcoal -stained sand, shell, bone and fire -modified rock observed in profile along the wave - eroded shoreline (Appendix A). In 2011, additional pre -contact archaeological deposits were observed at the Bessler property during field reconnaissance for proposed landscaping activities. Prior to field reconnaissance, the northern margin of the property had been stripped of sod exposing fill and pre -contact shell midden. Recent house construction had also exposed shell midden along the northeastern property margin. The state Archaeological Sites and Resources Act (RCW 27.53) prohibits excavation of an archaeological site without obtaining a written permit. The State has defined the requirements for an archaeological excavation and removal permit (chapter 25-48 WAC) and the DAHP has developed an application form. The following pages present the Archaeological Excavation Permit Application and the explanatory attachments required to accompany the permit application: WAC-25-48-060 1(a-q) Attachment 1(a). Background and summary of previous field investigation, research, and data gaps about the site proposed for excavation. Attachment 1(b). The nature and extent of the work proposed, including how and why it is proposed to be conducted and the methods proposed for excavation and recovery, number and placement of excavation units, proposed excavation volumes, proposed time of performance, location maps, and a completed site inventory form. Attachment 1(c). Summary of the environmental setting and depositional context, with an emphasis on vegetation, past and present available natural resources, geomorphology and formation processes, and their relationship to the archaeological deposits. Attachment 1(d). An artifact inventory plan detailing the character of the expected data categories to be recovered including the proposed methods of inventorying the recovered data and proposed methods of cleaning, stabilizing, and curating of specimens and recovered data consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Archaeological Curation in 36 CFR Part 79. Attachment 1(e). If human remains are proposed for recovery, a plan for their removal and disposition must be provided; if human remains are not proposed for recovery, a plan for responding to the inadvertent discovery of human remains must be provided. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA 7 Febrary 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 2 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 USGS Tacoma North and Poverty Bay, Wa, 7.5' Quads.. 1961, revised 1994 WASHINGTON M -I - - - Project Area QUADRANGLE LOCATION T.21 N. Jr Far f E ar r r ran }} ^� j '':, • x 131 �.. f � . ��-- 'r---• _ [r J' ��{��• urtya-drk)•- ,-•jri isadtu5 "' j `77 J 44 I� _ c.utOfA I 11 y 5 J'_ '-�- -< < 4'{ i)rr.,l•ir i E�.•:.�W7AY'"zfs,•C �'{ f � jl I_—1, � r � r I� ��• - - • :3-U(r ia�k �1 f `y • � ,.� r • \ . - ' }'ali�rl� . � , 111 i �. � `1,� rti ;:t• , .0 �r'meters 500 — M a M � •2000 }� �N , t. Figure 1. Location of the Bessler Property. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 3 Attachment 1(f). A professional scientific research design, including research questions, demonstrating that the work and reporting will be performed in a scientific and technically acceptable manner utilizing methods and techniques designed to address current scientific research issues and cultural resource management plans. Not applicable - No attachment. Attachment 1(g). The name and address of the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for conducting the work, institutional affiliation, if any, and evidence of education, training, and experience in accord with the minimal qualifications listed in chapter 25-48 WAC. Attachment 1(h). The name and address of the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for carrying out the terms and conditions of the permit, if different from the individual(s) enumerated under (g) of this subsection. Attachment 1(i). Financial evidence of the applicant's ability to initiate, conduct, and complete the proposed work, including evidence of logistical support and laboratory facilities and evidence of financial support for analysis and report writing. Attachment 10). A plan for site restoration following excavation activities and evidence of plans to secure bonding to cover the cost of site restoration. Attachment 1(k). Evidence of an agreement for the proposed work from the owner, agency, or political subdivision with management responsibility over the land. Attachment 1(I). A site security plan to assure protection of the site and its contents during the public permit review and excavation process. Attachment 1(m). A public participation plan detailing the extent of public involvement and dissemination of project results to the public, as appropriate. Attachment 1(n). A completed environmental checklist as required by WAC 197-11-100 to assist the office in making a threshold determination and to initiate SEPA compliance. Attachment 1(o). Evidence of abandonment. Not applicable - No attachment. Attachment 1(p). Disclosure by the applicant of any previous violation of this chapter or any federal or state law regulating archaeological objects or sites, historic archaeological resources, glyptic or painted records, or native Indian cairns or graves. The applicant shall disclose any such violation by the applicant, by the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for conducting the work, or by the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for carrying out the terms and conditions of the permit, and shall provide details, dates, and circumstances of each violation. Attachment 1(q). Disclosure by the applicant of outstanding archaeological excavation permits issued by the department to the applicant. Northwest Archaeological Associates / S WCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 4 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 WAC 25-48-060 2, 3, 4, 5 Attachment 2. Where excavation and/or removal of archaeological resources on public lands, the name of the Washington university, museum, repository, or other scientific or educational institution meeting the Secretary of Interior's standards for archaeological curation in 36 CFR Part 79, in which the applicant proposes to store all collections, and copies of records, data, photographs, and other documents derived from the proposed work other than human skeletal remains and funerary objects. The applicant shall submit written certification, signed by an authorized official of an institution, of willingness to assume curatorial responsibility or the collections, records, data, photographs and other documents and to safeguard, preserve, and allow for the future scientific access to this material as property of the state. Not applicable - No attachment. Attachment 3. Where the application is for the excavation and/or removal of archaeological resources on private land, the name of the university, museum, repository, or other scientific or educational institution in which the applicant proposes to store copies of records, data, photographs, and other documents derived from the proposed work and all collections in the event that the landowner wishes to take custody or otherwise dispose of the archaeological resources. The applicant shall submit written certification from the landowner stating this intention. If the landowner does not wish to take custody of the collection, the name of the university, museum, repository, or other scientific or educational institution in which the collection will be curated. The applicant shall submit written certification, signed by an authorized official of the institution, of willingness to assume curatorial responsibility for the collections, if applicable, and/or the records, data, photographs, and other documents derived from the proposed work and to safeguard, preserve, and allow for the future scientific access to these materials. Attachment 4. An applicant may temporarily curate a collection identified in subsection (2) or (3) of this section in a repository that meets the Secretary of the Interior's standards for archaeological curation in 36 CFR Part 76 until the appropriate Indian tribe has available facilities meeting the Secretary of the Interior's standards for archaeological curation in 36 CFR Part 79 into which the collection may be curated. Not applicable - No attachment. Attachment 5. Historic aircraft. Not applicable - No attachment. Northwest Archaeological Associates / S WCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45KI732 Attachment 1(a): Background and summary of previous field investigation, research and data gaps about the site proposed for excavation. In 2006, a pre -contact shell midden (45KI732) was recorded approximately 100 feet west of the Bessler property (Shong and Miss 2006). The site consisted of a 25 cm thick deposit of charcoal -stained sand and gravel containing shell, bone and fire -modified rock (Shong 2006). When recorded in 2006, the site was suspected to continue east along the relatively level, low- lying terrace. This area was expected to contain substantial intact cultural deposits based on the relatively minimal landscaping and protection from erosion by concrete bulkheads. The Bessler property occupies this low-lying terrace and was considered to have a very high probability for containing pre -contact archaeological resources. In November 2011, NWAA/SWCA was contracted by Michelle and Robert Bessler to conduct archaeological monitoring of proposed landscaping activities at their newly constructed house at 2854 SW 300th Place in Federal Way, Washington. An archaeological survey of the property was requested by the DAHP based on the shoreline setting and proximity to 45KI732, however the property owners opted to conduct archaeological monitoring in lieu of a survey. Prior to monitoring, the northern (shoreline) margin of the property had been stripped of sod exposing the underlying soils composed of fill and pre -contact shell midden consisting of dark, grayish - brown charcoal -stained sand with sparse shell concentrated along the terrace edge. Additionally, mechanical excavations, possibly associated with construction of the new house, exposed shell midden in profile along the northeastern property margin. The shell midden exposed in profile consisted of black, charcoal -rich fine to coarse sand with abundant marine shell and fire -modified rock (FMR). Cursory inspection of the exposed profile revealed intact cultural deposits and a possible fire hearth feature near the contact with the underlying soil B- horizon composed of a reddish -brown fine- to medium -grained sand. The midden had a maximum thickness of 35 cm but thinned gradually toward the south as it transitioned into a non -cultural soil A -horizon. Several faunal bone and lithic flakes derived from medium- to fine- grained volcanic material were observed within displaced midden spoil in the northeast corner of the property. The loose, surface midden in this area appeared to have been mechanically pushed over the terrace edge, likely during grading for the new house foundation. A small trench measuring approximately 50 x 150 cm was mechanically excavated in one of two areas proposed for landscaping (Figure 2). This area did not contain exposed shell midden and consisted of a 45-degree slope between the terrace edge and the shoreline bulkhead. The trench revealed a 10-20 cm thick deposit of shell midden sloping toward the shoreline. The midden in the southern half of the trench profile contained very few shells and appeared re- worked (disturbed/displaced) while the northern (down slope) half of the profile contained relatively abundant charcoal, shell and FMR. The cultural deposits capped a presumably intact soil B-horizon composed of light yellowish -brown fine- to medium -grained sand. A 30 cm diameter shovel probe excavated just north of the trench and approximately 1.5 m south of the bulkhead revealed approximately 30 cm of rounded beach gravel overlying the shell midden. The shell midden observed in the shovel probe was not investigated and its thickness and integrity remain unknown. The NWAA/SWCA monitor requested that no further ground disturbing activities take place until the findings were reported to the DAHP and affected Tribes and options to proceed were discussed. NWAA/SWCA prepared a letter report describing the results of monitoring and observed cultural material at the Bessler property (Shong and Miss 2011). NWAA/SWCA also Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 6 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45KI732 completed an update to the State of Washington Archaeological Inventory Form for 45KI732 and submitted the form to the DAHP. NWAA/SWCA recommended that archaeological deposits associated with 45KI732 be avoided and protected through modifications to the existing landscape design and covering the exposed archaeological deposits with geotextile fabric and fill sufficient to accommodate proposed landscaping features including plantings, pathways, and placement of small boulders. The DAHP subsequently recommended that a damage assessment be conducted to determine the extent and integrity of archaeological deposits within the Bessler property. The DAHP also required that an archaeological excavation permit be secured before any additional ground disturbing activities or fill placement can occur. To date, archaeological investigation of 45KI732 has been limited to observation of a small section of wave -cut shoreline and observation of mechanical disturbances at the Bessler property. An accurate boundary for 45KI732 has not yet been established and the extent and integrity of archaeological deposits within Bessler property are poorly understood. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45KI732 7 Displaced Midden Previous Shovel Probe (positive for midden) Fil Midden r►r't Exposed on Su rface►" , f [ r• � ~7 � 1 �. � � � �I � '� �x �----� aA-k r 0 Previous Test Trench _ �` z F ;_ _•_ Lh f Madden ; WALL Exposed in Profile # SukD+rI Stripped Area No Cultural Material [ ¢veresrun� + 4"r- �1- i 8rneter5 Q Proposed Auger Probe -^ feet Q Proposed 50x50 Test Unit 0 5 25 ® Proposed Landscaping Excavation Figure 2. Proposed landscape plan showing location of archaeological deposits and test trenches. Northwest Archaeological Associates / S WCA CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION February 9, 2012 NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 Attachment 1(b): The nature and extent of the work proposed, including how and why it is proposed to be conducted and the methods proposed for excavation and recovery, number and placement of excavation units, proposed excavation volumes, proposed time of performance, locational maps, and a completed site inventory form. Field Investigation The proposed archaeological investigations consist of two tasks. Task 1 will focus on evaluating the extent of the site on the property, document the condition of the site, and determine whether the deposits are intact or disturbed. Task 2 will consist of monitoring the placement of fill and sifting any disturbed midden deposits in areas of proposed landscaping. Damage Assessment and Subsurface Investigation The damage assessment will focus on defining the vertical and horizontal boundaries of 45KI732 within the subject property. The assessment will also evaluate the integrity of cultural deposits within proposed landscaping footprints (patio nooks). The assessment will be completed in one day using up to twelve 10-cm diameter auger probes (0.13 m3) excavated across the site and two 50 cm square excavation units (0.10 m3 ) excavated within the proposed patio nook areas (Figure 2). Auger probes will be manually excavated in 20 cm arbitrary levels down to culturally -sterile deposits to determine the depth and character of cultural deposits across the site. Excavation units will be manually excavated in 10 cm arbitrary levels down to culturally -sterile deposits. The location of each test excavation will be recorded with a hand- held Trimble GPS unit. Excavated sediments will be passed through %-inch mesh screen. Auger probes and excavation units will be recorded on standard forms documenting the depth and character of cultural deposits. At least one wall of each excavation unit will be drawn. Cultural material recovered auger probes will be documented in the field and placed back into the hole in which it was found. Cultural material recovered excavation units, with the exception of fire -modified -rock (FMR), will be analyzed at the NWAA laboratory. FMR will be counted and weighed in the field and placed back into the hole in which it was found. Charcoal may be collected from intact cultural features such as fire hearths, or collected from excavation profiles and submitted for radiocarbon analysis. Post Assessment Fieldwork An archaeological monitor will be present during the placement of fill across the site. The monitor will ensure that geotextile fabric is placed on the ground surface prior to the placement of fill. The intent of the geotech fabric is to create a barrier between cultural deposits and the fill. The two proposed landscaping excavations (patio nooks) occur on a 45-degree slope between the terrace edge and the shoreline bulkhead. The central nook area measures approximately 8 x 4 m and the eastern nook area measures approximately 4 x 3 m. Both nooks will be excavated into the hillside between 3 to 4 feet deep. A small trench excavated during the 2011 field reconnaissance suggested this sloping landform may contain re -worked, or displaced cultural deposits. If test excavations conducted as part of the damage assessment determine that cultural deposits within the proposed patio nooks are disturbed and lack integrity, they will be considered non -noncontributing portions of the site and will be sifted through 1/4-inch mesh screen to recover any pre -contact cultural materials and to ensure that no human remains are present. Cultural material recovered from this process will be collected and given to the property owner (see Attachment 3). If human remains are observed, the area will be covered Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 and protected until the appropriate legal steps are taken and Tribal and State representatives are consulted (see Attachment 1(e)). Alternatively, if cultural deposits within the proposed landscaping nooks are determined to be intact, and retain data potential, then they will be avoided and protected. The Besslers have indicated that if one or both patio nooks contain intact cultural deposits, they do not wish to engage in data recovery excavations based on the associated costs. Reporting The damage assessment will summarize the field findings in a letter submitted to DAHP, the Puyallup Tribe, and the Muckleshoot Tribe. Based on the results, the letter report will make recommendations for any additional measures that may be needed to prevent damage to archaeological deposits prior to final landscaping. A letter summarizing monitoring and post assessment fieldwork will be submitted to DAHP and the affected tribes. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 10 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 Attachment 1(c): Summary of the environmental setting and depositional context, with an emphasis on vegetation, past and present available natural resources, geomorphology and formation processes, and their relationship to the archaeological deposits. The site offered a favorable landform for occupation to pre -contact inhabitants with access to fresh water and marine resources. The site occupies a low terrace above the marine shoreline of Dumas Bay in the southern Puget Sound. Several small drainages extend from the hillside behind (south of) the site that are reportedly fed by springs. The site lies within the Tsuga heterophylla (western hemlock) zone characteristic of the Puget Lowlands. Historically, the area was likely covered by evergreen trees including fir, cedar and madrona. Site sediments formed in fine to medium -grained glacial drift and consist of anthropogenic soils (shell midden) overlying a soil B-horizon composed of reddish -brown to yellowish -brown loamy sand and gravel that caps compact glacial deposits. The adjacent shoreline is relatively broad and fully exposed during low tides offering a wide range of marine resources. To date, archaeological materials have been observed within the shell midden comprising the upper 30 cm of the soil profile, however older cultural materials could be present in the upper soil B-horizon beneath the organically -rich sediments. Attachment 1(d): An artifact inventory plan detailing the character of the expected data categories to be recovered including the proposed methods of inventorying the recovered data and proposed methods of cleaning, stabilizing, and curating of specimens and recovered data consistent with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Archaeological Curation in 36 CFR Part 79. Expected data categories from the archaeological deposit include lithic debitage and tools, faunal remains (shell and bone), charcoal and other botanical remains and fire -modified rock. Groundstone artifacts and utilized bone, shell, or antler may also be encountered. Charcoal may be collected from intact cultural features such as fire hearths, or collected from excavation profiles and submitted for radiocarbon analysis. Cultural material recovered from auger probes during the damage assessment will be documented and placed back into the hole in which it was found. Documentation will include describing, measuring, weighing, and photographing any cultural material. Cultural materials recovered during any post assessment fieldwork i.e., sifting disturbed cultural deposits, will be documented in the field and collected. Collection is deemed necessary to avoid intermixing of documented cultural material with undocumented cultural material from uninvestigated portions of the site. Cultural materials will be placed in plastic zip -lock bags marked with provenience and will be the property of the landowner (see Attachment 3). Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 11 Attachment 1(e): If human remains are proposed for recovery, a plan for their removal and disposition must be provided; if human remains are not proposed for recovery, a plan for responding to the inadvertent discovery of human remains must be provided. If human skeletal remains are inadvertently discovered in the course of this project they would be treated in a manner consistent with the provisions of RCW 27.44; 68.50 and 68.60. Any person engaging in ground disturbing activity that encounters skeletal human remains would cease all activity which may cause further disturbance to the remains, make a reasonable effort to protect the area from further disturbance, and report the presence and location of those remains to local law enforcement and the King County Medical Examiner (ME). The ME would assume jurisdiction over the human skeletal remains and determine whether those remains are forensic or non -forensic. If the ME determines the remains are non -forensic, then the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation would take jurisdiction. The State Physical Anthropologist would determine whether the remains are Indian or Non -Indian and report that finding to the affected parties. The DAHP would handle all consultation with the affected parties as to the future preservation, excavation, and disposition of the remains if there is no federal agency involved. King County Sheriff Non -emergency 206-296-3311 King County Medical Examiner 206-744-3232 Dr. Guy Tasa State Physical Anthropologist, DAHP 1063 South Capitol Way, Suite 106 PO Box 48343 Olympia, Washington 98504 - 48343 Phone: (360) 586-3534 Cell: (360) 790-1633 Email: guy.tasa@dahp.wa.gov Attachment l (g): The name and address of the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for conducting the work, institutional affiliation, if any, and evidence of education, training, and experience in accord with the minimal qualifications listed in chapter 25-48 WAC. Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 5418 20th Avenue NW, Suite 200 Seattle, WA 98107 See attached resumes. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 12 SWCA ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS Education / Training • M.A., Anthropology, Idaho State University, Pocatello, 1978 • B.A., Biology, Case Western Reserve University; Cleveland, Ohio, 1970 • Cultural Resource Protection and the Law; Seattle, Washington • Preparing Agreement Documents under Section 106 of the NHPA; Seattle, Washington Expertise • Cultural resource surveys • Cultural resource management plans • Data recovery • CR Overview Reports • Washington prehistory • Idaho prehistory • Significance assessments • National register nominations • Agency liaison • Project & team management Relevant Projects WSDOT Cultural Resources Consulting Services; Washington Mukilteo Multimodal Transportation Projects; Washington Baker River Hydroelectric Project; Skagit and Whatcom Counties, Washington Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 CHRISTIAN J. MISS, M.A. Principal/Senior Archaeologist Ms. Miss has more than 35 years experience in cultural resources services currently working at SWCA's Seattle, Washington office. Prior to working at SWCA, Ms. Miss was the principal and senior archaeologist for Northwest Archaeological Associates. She is one of the founders of Northwest Archaeological Associates, Inc. and was re- sponsible for day to day operations of the company. Ms. Miss has conducted over 600 cultural resources projects including fieldwork, analyses, and reporting in the Northwest. Much of this work has been related to com- pliance with the National Historic Preservation Act (NHPA). Through this work and federal training pro- grams, she has become expert in application of Section 106 of the NRHP, including evaluation of historic proper- ties for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places, preparation of programmatic agreements and memoranda of understanding, and adverse effect as- sessments. She has managed and conducted surveys, testing, data recovery and management plans and has also prepared agreement documents. Over the past eight years, Christian Miss has overseen more than 250 transportation projects, including cultural resources studies for towns and cities, counties, state and federal agencies. She is trained in all aspects of trans- portation -related cultural resources management, includ- ing both the built environment and archaeological resources. She also has extensive experience with FERC regulations through her work on pipelines, reservoirs, and transmission lines and has completed numerous NEPA and SEPA studies. Chris has directed surveys and excavations under ARPA permits for Indian Tribes through the BIA and for Federal agencies, including BLM, US Forest Service, and U.S. Fish and Wildlife, through special use permits. She has applied for Washington state exca- vation permits and managed completion of a half dozen investigations ranging from pre -contact and historical archaeological site testing to historic Euroamerican burial recovery under these regulations. February 9, 2012 NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 SAMBERWCA EARLEY, M.A. Archaeologist ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS Education / Training Amber Earley is an archaeologist who joined SWCA's Seattle office in 2004. Ms. Earley has over 14 years of • M.A., Anthropology, University of experience of cultural resource management. She has Washington, 2000 participated in academic, museum, and cultural resource B.A., Anthropology, University of management field projects in Washington, Idaho, New New Mexico, 1996 Mexico, Arizona, Colorado, and Chihuahua, Mexico. ■ Museum Studies Certificate, Since joining SWCA, Ms. Earley has completed many University of Washington, 2004 Section 106, State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), and Introduction to Section 106 Washington Executive Order 05-05 compliance projects Workshop, 2005 in Western Washington for a variety of clients. She presently manages projects, coordinates, and completes Expertise cultural resource assessments for clients including the Washington State Department of Transportation, the US • Archaeology Army Corps of Engineers, and the Muckleshoot Indian • Cultural resource assessments Tribe. Ms. Earley recently completed a large data • Luminescence dating of recovery project on the Muckleshoot Indian Reservation archaeological sites that involved the collection and analysis of over 40,000 • Section 106 compliance artifacts. • SEPA compliance Her responsibilities include managing and directing cultural resources assessments, including background Relevant Projects research, field surveys, assessments, and subsequent • Southwest Suburban Sewer reporting. She has developed data recovery plans for Beachline Replacement Project, archaeological sites and has been a lead archaeologist for geoarchaeological monitoring, archaeological Seahurst Park; King County, Washington exploratory subsurface fieldwork, and data recovery projects. Ms Earley is skilled at supervising field crews • Bainbridge Island Shoreline and is experienced with coordinating with tribal monitors Restoration Projects; Kitsop County, in the field. Washington • Archaeological Testing of the Prior to joining SWCA, Ms. Earley spent several years at Dillinbough Creek Mitigation Bank; the University of Washington's Luminescence Dating Lewis County, Washington Laboratory as a Lab Assistant and fought undergraduate • Cultural Resources Assessment of classes in archaeology. She maintains an interest in the the Tulalip Water Pipeline, application of luminescence dating to archaeological sites Snohomish County, Washington in the Pacific Northwest and Northwest Mexico where her • Cultural Resource Assessment for the graduate studies were focused. Her research interests Lower Bear Creek Rehabilitation also include the application of statistics to archaeological Project King County, Washington data. • Cultural Resources Assessment of the SR 507 Eastgate Road to 208th Ms. Earley is a member of the Society for American Street East Project, Pierce County, Archaeology and American Association of Museums. Washington 13 Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 14 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 Attachment 1(h): The name and address of the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for carrying out the terms and conditions of the permit, if different from the individual(s) enumerated under (g) of this subsection. The proponents of the project, listed below, are private landowners responsible for carrying out the terms and conditions of the permit. Michelle and Robert Bessler Current Address: 6203 Hawthorne Terrace NE Tacoma WA 98422 Site Address: 2854 SW 300'h Place Federal Way, WA 98023 Telephone: 253-576-6006 Attachment 1(1): Financial evidence of the applicant's ability to initiate, conduct, and complete the proposed work, including evidence of logistical support and laboratory facilities and evidence of financial support for analysis and report writing. Michelle and Robert Bessler, private landowners, contracted with Northwest Archaeological Associates, a division of SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA), (NWAA) to prepare the archaeological excavation permit; to conduct additional testing to define the site boundaries and assess the depth and character of deposit and to test previously -disturbed areas to in order to adjust the landscape design; and to monitor the placement of fill. Project Experience Northwest Archaeological Associates, a division of SWCA Environmental Consultants (SWCA), (NWAA) was incorporated in June 1987 to offer professional cultural resource management services to private clients and government agencies in the Pacific Northwest. In the past five years, NWAA has conducted over 500 cultural resources projects in the Pacific Northwest for public and private -sector clients, ranging from small-scale surveys to large, multi- state, multi -year field and laboratory investigations. Projects have included cultural resources studies for water and sewer system expansions, highway improvements, residential developments, hydroelectric projects, and communications, power, and pipeline installations. In April 2011, NWAA was acquired by SWCA Environmental Consultants. SWCA Environmental Consultants is a multidisciplinary environmental firm that provides natural and cultural resources services. More than half of our business consists of cultural resource services, and we are among the largest employers of archaeologists in the western United States, giving us an unrivaled capability and technical expertise to successfully complete projects. SWCA is an employee -owned corporation, with more than 700 employees and 23 offices in 14 states. Facilities NWAA's offices in Seattle include office and laboratory facilities for drafting, artifact processing, and temporary storage for artifacts prior to permanent curation; a PC -based computer network with word processing, database, statistical, and graphics software support laboratory Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 15 processing, GIS, quantitative analyses, and report preparation. We also maintain equipment for field survey and excavation including GPS units, hand tools, and specialized screens. The firm has an extensive library that covers environments, history, and prehistory of the Northwest and includes a great deal of hard to find 'gray' literature. Attachment 10): A plan for site restoration following excavation activities and evidence of plans to secure bonding to cover the cost of site restoration. The subject property has already been stripped of sod exposing mineral soils composed of fill and anthropogenic sediments. Upon completion of the archaeological investigation, a layer of geotechnical fabric will be placed on the exposed ground surface before the placement of fill. The placement of fill we be monitored by an archaeologist. Future landscaping and plantings will be restricted to the fill. Attachment 1(k): Evidence of an agreement for the proposed work from the owner, agency, or political subdivision with management responsibility over the land. See attached Services Agreement Change Order. Northwest Archaeological Associates /SWCA February9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 16 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 Northwest Archaeological Associates A DIVISION OF SWCA ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS Project Name. Bessler Property, Phase 2 Client: Michele and Robert Bessler SWCA Project Manager: Michael Shong and Christian Miss SERVICES AGREEMENT CHANGE ORDER Project Number: 22459 Date : January 9, 2012 seatue Ofte 5418 20' Ave, NW, Suite 200 Sualb WaOwoglon 91S 107 Tel 206 781 1909. Fax 206 7810154 TaxLD Number860483317 The purpose of this Change Order is to reflect certain modifications to the contract for services ("Agreement") entered into between SWCA, Incorporated ("SWCA") and the client identified above ("Client") pursuant to which SWCA agreed to provide certain services to Client. SWCA and Client agree to the following modifications: Changes in Scope of SWCA Services: The following describes any changes in the scope of services to be provided by SWCA: [describe any additional services, reductions in scope or other modifications) SWCA will secure an excavation permit and conduct a damage assessment of archaeological site 45KI372 at the Bessler Property: 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, Washington. For more detail, see attached scope of work. Changes in Fees for SWCA Services: The following describes any changes in the amount of fees payable to SWCA: [describe any additional fees, reductions or other modifications; describe whether additional fees are to be billable as provided in original contract or on another basis (e.g., fixed fee or time and materials)] —on a fixed fee basis. Services include those detailed in the above scope of work. See attached cost estimate. Changes in SWCA Cost Reimbursement: The following describes any changes in costs reimbursable to [describe any changes in the nature or amount of reimbursable costs] As in the original contract, other direct costs are included in the professional services fees. Changes in Payment Terms: The following describes any changes in payment terms for fees and costs payable to SWCA: [indicate whether payment terms are same as original contract or whether payment terms are being modified] Payment terms remain the same as in the original contract Other Changes: The following describes any other changes in the terms of the Agreement: [describe any other significant changes such as changes in estimated completion date] The completion date will depend on how quickly DAHP approves SWCA's excavation permit application and when SWCA and the clients can schedule the field work. Except as modified by this Change Order, the terms of the Agreement shall remain in full force and effect. This Change Order is hereby incorporated into the Agreement. S` ■ C A Client: Michele and Robert Bessler $vIICA InwTofg1ed. prtlrizona corporation Z-,4,7 / / Name: Christian J- Miss ) Name: 71 •�ryt rt_� Title: Office Director Title: Date: January 9 2012 Date: I —•� _ I p _ Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Excavation Permit Application for 45KI732 17 Attachment 1(1): A site security plan to assure protection of the site and its contents during the public permit review and excavation process. There are no reasonable concerns for site security or protection. The property is privately owned and not accessible to the public. The site is only accessible via dead end road (SW 300th Place), or by water Attachment 1(m): A public participation plan detailing the extent of public involvement and dissemination of project results to the public, as appropriate. The project is on public property. For safety considerations, the public will not be involved in the investigations. A report of the monitoring results will be submitted to the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation. Visits to the site by agency and tribal representatives may be arranged if requested. Attachment 1(n): A completed environmental checklist as required by WAC 197-11-100 to assist the office in making a threshold determination and to initiate SEPA compliance. 13. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL PRESERVATION (a) Are there any places or objects listed on, or proposed for, national, state, or local preservation registers known to be on or next to the site? If so, generally describe. A pre -contact shell midden, 45KI732, extends onto the Bessler property. The site was originally identified approximately 100 feet west of the Bessler property (Shong 2006; Shong and Miss 2006). The site consisted of a 25 cm (10 inch) thick deposit of charcoal -stained sand and gravel containing shell, bone and fire -modified rock. Because of minimal landscaping and protection from concrete bulkheads, the site was expected to contain substantial intact deposits. The site was considered likely eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) under criterion (d) that have yielded, or may be likely to yield, information important in prehistory or history (36 CFR 60.4), based on the presence of shellfish and other faunal remains and the potential for buried cultural features, temporally diagnostic artifacts, and datable carbon that could address research domains such as chronology, settlement, subsistence, technology and trade which could contribute to local and regional prehistory. NWAA recommended that the site be avoided and protected. Recent NWAA investigations documented additional pre -contact archaeological deposits associated with the site and also found that a portion of the site may have been disturbed during construction of the residence. Based on the presence of shellfish and other faunal remains and the potential for buried cultural features, temporally diagnostic artifacts, and datable carbon, NWAA considers that 45KI732 is likely eligible for the National Register of Historic Places under criterion (d) (Shong 2011). Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION 18 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 (b) Generally describe any landmarks or evidence of historic, archaeological, scientific, of cultural importance known to be on or next to the site. In addition to site 45KI732, another shell midden site is located approximately % mile southwest of the Bessler property. No landmarks or evidence of historic or scientific or other cultural importance are known to be on or next to the site. (c) Proposed measures to reduce or control impacts, if any: The landowner will cover the site with geotextile fabric and fill. At the request of DAHP, NWAA/SWCA will monitor the placement of fill. The landowner will also adjust the landscape design to avoid further impacts to intact portions of the site. NWAA/SWCA will conduct subsurface testing to define the site boundary and the depth and character of the deposits to assist with adjustment of the landscape design to avoid intact areas of the site. Attachment 1(p): Disclosure by the applicant of any previous violation of this chapter or any federal or state law regulating archaeological objects or sites, historic archaeological resources, glyptic or painted records, or native Indian cairns or graves. The applicant shall disclose any such violation by the applicant, by the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for conducting the work, or by the individual(s) proposed to be responsible for carrying out the terms and conditions of the permit, and shall provide details, dates, and circumstances of each violation. The permit applicant and those responsible for carrying out the proposed work have no violations of chapter 25-48 WAC or any federal or state law regulating cultural resources, including archaeological sites. Attachment 1(q): Disclosure by the applicant of outstanding archaeological excavation permits issued by the department to the applicant. Christian J. Miss, NWAA/SWCA Principal Investigator, has three outstanding archaeological excavation permits. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 19 Attachment 3.: Where the application is for the excavation and/or removal of archaeological resources on private land, the name of the university, museum, repository, or other scientific or educational institution in which the applicant proposes to store copies of records, data, photographs, and other documents derived from the proposed work and all collections in the event that the landowner wishes to take custody or otherwise dispose of the archaeological resources. The applicant shall submit written certification from the landowner stating this intention. If the landowner does not wish to take custody of the collection, the name of the university, museum, repository, or other scientific or educational institution in which the collection will be curated. The applicant shall submit written certification, signed by an authorized official of the institution, of willingness to assume curatorial responsibility for the collections, if applicable, and/or the records, data, photographs, and other documents derived from the proposed work and to safeguard, preserve, and allow for the future scientific access to these materials. The landowners, Michelle and Robert Bessler, choose to retain any collected artifacts and propose to store copies of records, data, photographs, and other documents derived from the proposed work and all collections in the following repository (see attached letter): Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture University of Washington Box 353010 Seattle, WA 98195-3010 A letter from the landowners stating their intentions is attached. A letter from the Burke Museum is also attached. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION Michele Cannon Hessler 6203 1 hm-t un'rrc Tei NE. Tacoma. NVA 981.22. (2 '1) 576 6006. nn,umunbcslr rci>curnr,i�l.ucl January 29, 2012 Gretchen Kaehler Assistant State Archaeologist, Local Governments Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Olympia, WA 360.586.3088 RE: DAHP Excavation Permit and Findings at the Bessler Property 2854 SW 3W Place, Federal Way, King County, WA To Whom It May Concern This letter serves as notification that as the property owner we wish to keep any artifacts that have been recovered from our residential property during excavation/landsc-aping efforts. We intend to curate the exca-* ation documents at the Burke Museum at the University of Washington. Sincerely, za-'C' Michele Cannon Bessler Property owner / primary applicant on the excavation permit form so'Nx �j � C R- ri �� Museum Use Only BURUii Request for Curation Services u o f Burke Museum of Natural liisurD and Culture. University of Washington, Box 353010, Seattle, WA 98195-3010 AN 1) ct�I'lur.t ail FI IS fC� RY Phone: 20-543-7696 Fax: 206-685-3039 Finail: sdznrpn rr uW e u Project Name and #: Bessler Property, 45KI732, King County, Washington Project Sponsor: Michelle and Robert Bessler Project Area/County(ies): 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, King County Site Number(s): 45KI732 DAMP Site Type(s): pre -contact shell midden Nature of Investigation: Survey ❑ Testing[Z] Data Recovery ❑ Archival Other. Monitoring Dates of Investigation: Feb. 6-29, 2012 Project Completion Date: March 16, 2012 Cultural Resources Management Firm: Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA Project Contact: Chris Miss Address: 5418 20th Avenue, Suite 200, Seattle, WA Phone: 206-781-1909 Landowner/Controller (if differs from sponsor): Same Landowner Contact**: Michelle and Robert Bessler Contact's Title: Principal Investigator Email: cmiss(dlswca.com Address: 6203 Hawthorne Terrace NE, Tacoma WA 98422 Phone: 253-576-6006 Email: mcannonbessler@comcast.net **If there are multiple landowners please attach full contact information to this form is there a no -collection policy? Yes ❑ No Q Will collection be: Held -in -Trust by Burke Museum? ❑ or Deeded to Burke Museum? ❑ Collection Volume: Specimen Boxes (15"L x 10"H x 12"W) ❑ Archive Boxes (12"L x 10"H x 5"W) ❑ If the specimen collection will not be deposited at the Burke, where will it go? Landowner wishes to retain collection Comments (any other pertinent information): Landowner wishes to retain collection and to donate associated records and documents to the Burke. Please see additional data required on second page of this form Request for Curation Form, rev. 2011 BURKIE %I t; ti k t: %,1 (] I NATURAL 11151'ORY A N b l U L 7 U R E CR- Museum Use Onlv Page 2 of Request for Curation Services Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture. University of Washington, Box 353010, Seattle. WA 98195-3010 Phone: 206-543-7696 Fax: 206-685-3039 Email: sdenton®uw.edu Acknowledgement of Services I, the Principal Investigator for this project, acknowledge that specimen collections and all project records, including field records, will be prepared according to the requirements specified in the Burke Museum Curation Guidelines. I further acknowledge that curation fees specified in the attached fee schedule will be presented to my client. I agree to contact the Burke Museum at least two wee prior to transferring the records and collection to the Burke Museum. Q��- 1%^ January 25, 2012 Principal Investigator Signature Date Christian Miss Principal Investigator Name 206-781-1909 Phone Please return signed and completed forms to: Steve Denton, Program Manager Burke Museum — Archaeology Dept. University of Washington Box 3530 t 0 Seattle, WA 98195-3010 Principal Investigator Title cmiss@swca.com E-mail Below this line for Museum use only Curation Approved �_ Curation Denied ❑ 46 t-� 'Lo t Z 13r •iie Museum Representative Date V. L—Vwc Name rile Curation documents sent with acceptance: Curation Guidelines Curation Fee Schedule Permit N: Permit Fxp.. Request for Curation Form, rev. 2011 Archaeological Excavation Permit Application for 45K1732 21 REFERENCES Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation (DAHP) 2011 Washington State Standards for Cultural Resource Reporting. Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. July 2011. Shong, Michael 2006 Washington State Archaeological Site Inventory Form, 45K732. On file, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. 2011 Washington State Archaeological Inventory Form Addendum/Update, 45K732. On file, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. Shong, Michael and Christian J. Miss 2006 Shell midden discovery during a proposed bulkhead installation in the Lakota community of Federal Way, King County, Washington. Letter report dated February 9 submitted to Peter Shimer, Federal Way. Northwest Archaeological Associates, Inc. On file, Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation, Olympia. 2011 Results of Archaeological Monitoring at the Bessler Property 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, King County, Washington. Letter report dated November 30 submitted to Michelle and Robert Bessler. NWAA/SWCA Project No. 22459. Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA February 9, 2012 CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION APPENDIX A: Site Record Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA A-1 r-eoruary, a, Lu7 L CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION NOT FOR GENERAL DISTRIBUTION STATE OF WASHINGTON ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Temp #: 2876-06-01 County: King Date: February 07, 2006 Compiler: Mike Shong Site #: 45 KI 732 Location Information Restrictions: YesX No _ Site: Shimer Shell Midden Field or Other Designation: 2876-06-01 SITE DESIGNATION SITE LOCATION UTM: Zone 10 Easting: 5 4 7 9 5 4 mE Legal Description: T. 21 N. R. 3 E. Section: Elevation (ft/m): 4 ft. / 1.2 m amsl USGS Map: Quad Name: Poverty Bay Other Maps: Type: N/A Scale. N/A Source: N/A Drainage: Major: N/A Aspect: north/northwest Location Description [General to Specific]: Northing: 5 2 4 2 2 4 4 mN 1 SE '/4 SE '/4 NW % SW 1/4 Series: 7.5' Date: 1992 Minor: Lakota Creek Slope:0-2% Date: N/A /4 mile southwest) The site is along the eastern shoreline of Puget Sound in southwest King County immediately east of Dumas Bay, Washington. The site is located in the Lakota community at 2876 SW 300th Place Federal Way, WA 98023. The observed site is located along the shoreline at the northeast comer of the property. Approach (To Relocate): From downtown Tacoma travel north on 1-5 approximately 10 miles. Take the South 320th Street exit (Exit 143) and proceed west on 320th for 3.0 miles toward Federal Way. Turn right (north) onto 21 st Avenue SW and proceed 0.3 miles. Turn left (west) onto SW Dash Point Road (SR 509) and proceed downhill (northwest) 0.9 miles. Continue north on 30th Avenue SW for another 0.3 miles. Turn right (northeast) onto SW 300th Place. The observed portion of the site is located along the shoreline at 2876 SW 300th Place Federal Way, WA 98023. 1 Site # 45 KI 732 SITE DESCRIPTION Narrative Description Temp #: 2876-06-01 The site consists of a 15 cm to 25 cm -thick deposit of shell midden partially exposed along a wave -eroded beach terrace just east of Dumas Bay. The observed midden is approximately 5 cm to 20 cm below the surface and extends for approximately 6.5 m before being obscured by slumping over -bank sediments. Several thin (< 5 cm thick) and intermittent lenses of shell midden were observed 5 m to 10 m west of the main deposit before completely disappearing in the profile. The cultural deposit appears relatively intact based on a distinct layer of shell midden bounded above and below by organically rich sediments. The landform gradually rises in elevation toward the west so that the beaches in this area are flanked by relatively high bluffs. The landform east of the observed midden consists of relatively level and low-lying topography occupied by approximately 10 beach -front homes, most of which have concrete bulkheads protecting the terrace edge. The cultural deposit likely extends toward the east based on the favorable landform and easy beach access. This area could contain substantial intact cultural deposits based on the relatively minimal landscaping and protection from erosion by concrete bulkheads. Site type: Pre -contact shell midden Dimensions: Method of Horizontal Measurement: E-W = metric tape / N-S = estimate based on landform Length: 6.5 m Direction: E-W Width: 4-5 m Method of Vertical Measurement: shoreline cut -bank profile Vegetation. On Site: grass, and Himalayan blackberries Local: fir, cedar, madrona Regional: Tsuga heterophylla (western Hemlock) vegetation zone Direction: N-S Depth: 20 cm to 35 cm below surface Landforms: On Site: marine shoreline and low terrace Local: Water Resources: Type: Lakota Creek Distance: % mile southwest lowlands Permanence: perennial CULTURAL MATERIALS & FEATURES Narrative Description: Over 10 fire -modified rocks (FMR) were observed in profile and another 20+ FMR were observed along the beach in front of the midden deposit. All local species of shellfish are represented along the adjacent shoreline. Two faunal bones were observed in the profile including an avian scapula and a tarsal fragment from a medium-sized mammal. Both specimens were observed in the upper midden deposit and could represent historic intermixing. No flaked or ground -stone tools or lithic debris were observed. Method(s) of Collection: None Component: Pre -contact Dating Method: N/A Phase: N/A Basis for Phase Designation: N/A SITE AGE Dates: unknown Site # 45 KI 732 SITE RECORDERS Temp #: 2876-06-01 Observed by: James Cross Sr. (Muckleshoot Tribe), Mike Shong (NWAA) Address: 5418 20th Ave. NW, Suite 200. Seattle 98107 Recorded by: Mike Shon Affiliation: NW Archaeol❑ ical Associates, Inc. Date Recorded: 2/6/06 Revisited by: N/A Affiliation: N/A Date Revisited: N/A SITE HISTORY Previous Work: None SITE OWNERSHIP Owner/Address: Peter Shimer and family 2876 SW 300th Place Federal Way, WA 98023 Other Forms: N/A Photos: Roll # Roll 1 Frame(s) 12, 23, 26, 35 Other attachments (list): Site sketch map, stratigraphic profile CONTINUATION 2876-06-01 STATE OF WASHINGTON 45 KI 732 Field No. ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Permanent No. ...�.eTlnwl RAAD USGS Tacoma North and Poverty Bay, WA, 7.5' uuaa., i ao 1, luviz— 1 — . 2876-06-01 STATE OF WASHINGTON 45 KI 732 Field No. ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Permanent No. SKETCH MAP 2876-06-01 Field No. STATE OF WASHINGTON 45 KI 732 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Permanent No. Wave -Cut Beach Terrace Profile Avian Scapula Medium-sized mammal tarsal PROFILE Modern PVC drain pipe Old Drainage system (hole) Y - ;� - ___Ila - - III III too — IV IV 130 — i ,::.:..�;: c:^ ":'�,.: ;.... =i3ase of Profile •'?:?�:.: �>3� 0 100 200 300 400 500 600 630 I Dark brown, A -Horizon. Organically -rich, re -worked midden (D FIII deposits with a small quantity of shell and some Q Shell historic debris. Q Organic Staining II Black, intact organically -rich shell midden. Q Gravel IIa Black, organically -rich cultural layer without shell. m FMR III Dark grayish brown, organically -rich, loamy silt with very little shell and O Brick no observed cultural material. • Bone IV Olive brown, non -organic clay loam and gravel; probable glacial till. 2876-06-01 STATE OF WASHINGTON 45 KI 732 Field No. ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Permanent No. PHOTO PAGE 1 of 2 Overview of exposed shell midden along beach, view to the south. r � - '.•yv �, •�r� • .r • L View of exposed shell midden showing profiled area, view to the south. ii- ' "o ~ [ STATE OF WASHINGTON Agency/Field Number ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVENTORY FORM ADDENDUM / UPDATE Class: ❑x Prehistoric ❑ Historic Site Type: Pre -contact shell midden Site Name: Shimer Shell Midden 45KI732 State Number Legal Description: SE '/4 of SE '/4 of NW'/4 of SW '/4, Section 1 , T. 21 N , R. 3 E W.M. '/a of Y4 of '/4 of Y4, Section , T. , R. UTM: Zone: 10 Easting: 547443.282 mE Northing:5242458.38 mN Datum: NAD 83 USGS Quadrangle: Poverty Bay, WA Series: 7.5, Date: 1992 Observation: Project Background: NWAA/SWCA was contracted by Michelle and Robert Bessler to conduct archaeological monitoring of proposed landscaping activities at 2854 SW 300th Place in Federal Way, Washington. The DAHP requested an archaeological assessment of the property prior to landscaping, (or) archaeological monitoring during ground -disturbing activities. This request was based on the proximity to site 45KI732 located approximately 100 feet southwest of the Bessler property. The original site form states that the site likely continues east (toward the Bessler property) along a relatively level, low-lying terrace and that this area and could contain substantial intact cultural deposits based on the relatively minimal landscaping and protection from erosion by concrete bulkheads. Observations: Prior to proposed landscaping and archaeological monitoring, the northern (shoreline) margin of the property had been stripped of sod exposing the underlying soils composed of fill and pre -contact shell midden. Additionally, mechanical excavations associated with construction of the new house exposed shell midden in profile along the northeastern property margin. The shell midden exposed in profile consisted of black, charcoal -rich fine to coarse sand with abundant marine shell and fire -modified rock (FMR). Cursory inspection of the exposed profile revealed intact cultural deposits and a possible fire hearth feature near the contact with the underlying soil B-horizon composed of a reddish -brown fine- to medium grained sand. The midden had a maximum thickness of 35 cm, but thinned gradually toward the south as it transitioned into a soil A -horizon with less charcoal and shell content. Sparse shell flecks and FMR were observed in profile approximately 30 m south of the shoreline bulkhead. Several faunal bone and lithic flakes derived from medium- to fine-grained volcanic material were observed within displaced midden spoil in the northeast corner of the property. The loose, surface midden in this area appeared to have been mechanically pushed over the terrace edge, likely during grading for the house foundation. Photographs: Roll Roll 1 Frame(S): 2432, 2443, 2459, 2462, 2469, 2471, 2488, 2489 Recorder(s): Mike Shang Northwest Archaeological Associates / SWCA, Seattle, Washington Date: 11 /21 /2011 Project: Archaeological Monitoring at the Bessler Property 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, King County, Washington. Attachments: Project location map, site sketch map, stratigraphic profile, photographs Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 1 of 8 November 2011 STATE OF WASHINGTON ARCHAEOLOGICAL INVENTORY FORM ADDENDUM / UPDATE State Number: 45KI732 Sod removal prior to archaeological monitoring exposed dark, grayish- brown charcoal -stained sand with sparse shell along the terrace edge. Mixed fill, soil A -horizon material, and loose shell midden comprised much of the sloping landform surface between the terrace edge and the shoreline bulkhead. A small trench measuring approximately 50 x 150 cm was mechanically excavated at a proposed patio -nook landscaping feature near the shoreline to investigate the sub -surface sediments. Then trench revealed a 10-20 cm thick deposit of shell midden sloping toward the shoreline (see attached profile). The midden in the southern half of the trench profile contained very few shells and appeared to be re -worked to some degree, while the northern (down slope) half of the profile contained relatively abundant charcoal, shell and FMR. The cultural deposits capped an intact soil B-horizon composed of light yellowish -brown fine- to medium -grained sand. A 30 cm diameter shovel probe excavated just north of the trench and approximately 1.5 m south of the bulkhead revealed approximately 30 cm of rounded beach gravels overlying shell midden. The shell midden observed in the shovel probe was not investigated and its thickness and integrity remain unknown. A second trench was excavated in front of the newly constructed Bessler residence and just south of the exposed surface midden. This trench revealed heavily mottled loamy sand and gravel fill to a depth of approximately 120 cm. No archaeological deposits or materials were observed in this trench, however several fragments of lumber and concrete drain pipe were encountered. The property owner stated that a septic system associated with the former house may have been removed from this vicinity. The presence of concrete pipe fragments and slightly odiferous sediments tends to collaborates this belief. Based on the presence of shellfish and other faunal remains and the potential for buried cultural features, temporally diagnostic artifacts, and datable carbon, site 45KI732 is likely eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places under criterion (d). NVVAA/SWCA recommended �ended to the property owner that the archaeological deposits be avoided and protected through modifications to their existing landscape design. NWAA/SWCA also recommended the following actions to protect the exposed archaeological deposits: * No further ground disturbance to existing sediments should be conducted within 30 m of the shoreline. * Areas with surface -exposed shell midden should be covered with geotextile fabric and capped with fill. * The shell midden exposed in profile along the northeast edge of the property should be covered with geotextile fabric and protected from further erosion with a rock or concrete barrier. Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 2 of 8 November 2011 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 Update) Field Number: LOCATION MAP T.21N. � i �Ir •. f� ray _ � r l � r?nr ye gn+J I r•- s i t-. o �,%r. Bap[ r' � 1 t�-�_v Par ' :.' ..s,�. � � 1•,yC..� - LAW r�1 ! •. �` Palk JrtljanLtih .. -4 VIA.— '- f = 1 I --- ggt. 3 •WA5' 3y.Ik 00 A�meters 500.. /r , Lti0 _ feetj'}`E •2000: , USGS Tacoma North and Poverty Bay, Wa, 7.5' Quads., 1961, revised 1994 Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 3 of 8 November 2011 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 (Update) Field Number: SKETCH MAP a� E L T� J c 8 m ,- VJ ' \ c L lL \ 7 3 0 O�oe4---- 'o- 0 �N Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 4 of 8 November 2011 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 (Update) Field Number: ENGINEERING MAP Midden exposed on surface T r+, i r fi l�—W41- SHI-1 Shovel Probe Displaced midden (positive for midden) deposits i _ - ,�,� `'•�� _ - . • �_ t,s.4 " ear ®40 1.�.. 0 2 8 meters feet 0 5 25 w ,2 Test Trench Midden ! exposed in profile —� WALL • ats j�[ oAt AN F PIS Stripped area. 4fr' 1 Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 5 of 8 November 2011 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 (Update) Field Number: PROFILE 0 a m w ID LL N QE N o 3 •- _Ernv�, .y c V I N O C l \ `'. 3 'cc E coc � / �� ' 1 O m v �° w yy a> Z5 Vl L _ �ii3 6W a w $ IIJJ 3�cc - a ie a D o w t- o -5 4.1 t = CO L 0o N �1\ 2��_ � N OOI O N top n O INE@G�&s1CDfr�lbbDfgl�gK$�Imatea�lavi5rtd 19XX) and (19 photorevised 19XX), WA, 7.5' QuadSNovember 2011 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 (Update) Field Number: PHOTO PAGE 1 of 4 Northeast corner of property, showing shell midden exposed on the surface and in profile, view to the east. s � ■ 'tic 7-^ � • jk': - - _ by � •, �`+�'" a'" _ •.. �y.�.. ,_ _. _. _ - -'o r- . ". ;'�'" - - Y�!�iy � -r"` mil• ='_�1-. '�Y �.- • �p Northeast corner of property showing exposed midden, view to the South" Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 7 of 8 November 2011 rr jr 4 ol - 1 10, AV - .�i �- •fir ?; 5 ti10W r � y. + �• ,� .. ;: - ' fir'., - >. •:�: � f �' ��. j r Y _-fk. X �• rye46 61 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 (Update) Field Number: PHOTO PAGE 3 of 4 Overview of Trench 1 showing exposed midden, view to the west. Close-up of Trench 1 showing exposed midden, view to the west. Northwest Archaeological Assodates/SWCA 9 of 8 November 2011 ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE INVENTORY FORM Smithsonian Number: 45KI732 (Update) Field Number: PHOTO PAGE 4 of 4 Mottled fill exposed at basement ramp entryway, view to the west. Midden exposed along the eastern property boundary, view east from basement entryway. Northwest Archaeological Associates/SWCA 10 of 8 November 2011 STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY & HISTORIC PRESERVATION 1063 S- Capitol Way, Suite 106 - Olympia, Washington 98501 Mailing address: PO Box 48343 - Olympia, Washington 98604-8343 (360) 586-3065 - Fax Number 060) 586-3067 a Website: wwwv dahp.wa.gov December 6, 2011 Ms. Deb Barker Associate Planner City Of Federal Way 33530 First Way South PO Box 9718 Federal Way, WA 98063 In future correspondence please refer to: Log: 091311-19-KI Property: Bessler Landscaping, City of Federal Way tpn #416660-0170, 2854 SW 300th Place, Federal Way, WA 98023 Re: Archaeology -Permit from DAHP Required, Damage Assessment Required Dear Ms. Barker: We have reviewed a monitoring report for the above project. A precontact archaeological site, 45Ki732, i was documented on the property. A permit from DAHP must be obtained prior to any further work withn or on the site. We understand that there may be some revisions made to the landscaping plans in order to minimize or avoid disturbance to the archaeology. A permit from DAHP will still be required under RCW 27.53, to cover and fill the area as this is considered an alteration to an archaeological site. Part of the site was damaged by construction of the house and an archaeological damage assessment is required and should be included in the permit application. It typically takes between 45 and 60 days to receive a permit from DAHP„ however, since the resource is exposed because of the stripping for landscaping, the permit can be expedited. No further work can proceed until a permit from DAHP has been issued. Please feel free to call or email me if you have any questions. Sincerely, Gretchen Kaehier Assistant State Archaeologist (360) 586-3688 retchen.kaehler dab .wa. ov cc. Chris Miss, Archaeologist, SWCAINWAA Mike Shang, Archaeologist, SWCAINWAA Michelle Bessier, Property Owner Laura Murphy, Archaeologist, Muckleshoot Indian Tribe Brandon Reynon, Cultural Resources Speciaiist, Puyallup Tribe Dennis Lewarch, THPO, Suquamish Tribe 2 CITY OF Federal October 25, 2011 Mr. Chris Bridge Bridge Built Homes PO Box 99218 Tacoma, WA 98499 1:11 1: CITY HALL 33325 8th Avenue South VVd3 Mailing Address: PO Box 9718 Federal Way, WA 98063-9718 (253) 835-7000 www. cityoffederalway. com RE: FILE #11-103460-00AD; BESSLER SHORELINE LANDSCAPING INQU]Ry 2854 SW 300'h PIace, Federal Way, WA Dear Mr. Bridge: The Community and Economic Development Department has had the opportunity to look into therequest to install fomra.l landscaping and hardscaping between a recently constructed residence and the existin shoreline bulkhead at the above -referenced address. You provided a landscape plan prepared b g Landscape Architect Joanna D'Asaro with Greener hiving Solutions,' photos of the existing y boathouse, and a written inquiry. The landscape plan depicts a formal Iawn g Yard area and Porch, a 2:1 sloped area leading to a series of patios behind the existing beach bulkhead, t to the down the slope, several rockeries under four feet tall, installation of a hot tub, and formal planting areas. This letter conditionally approves the proposed landscape plan with respect to the shoreline substantial develo ment Permit exemption and the active building permit application, p BACKGROUND The subject propoerty was originally developed in I918 with a single garage. A boat house appears to have been added at the same time as tc concrete retaining wily residence and all The city reviewed plans to tear down the original house and build a new house under permit 09-101528-01- SF. Prior to issuance of the building permit, the City reviewed and approved a shoreline substantial development permit exemption request pursuant to WAC 2009 under file 09-I0I919-SH, I73 27-040 2 exempted the rebuilt house but did not include shore) This line related dated June 9, improvements as depicted on the landscape plan Residential construction approved under permit 09- I01528-01-SF commenced in 2009 and is ongoing at this time To datea certificate , of Occupancyhas not been issued. SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL, DEVELOPMENT PERMIT EXEMPTION 'Fashington-4dmin-strative Code (WAC) 173-27_040 identifies actions that are exempt from the requirements to obtain a shoreline substantial development permit. VLrAC at are exempt 2 under specific circumstances, construction on shorelands of normal appurtenances associated with, residential development. This includes grading which does not exceed 250 cubic yards, and which is located landward. of the ordinary high water mark. Information from Bill Peregrine with Peregrine Landscape Design and Earthdance Organics, LLC on October 20, 2011, confirmed that the quantity of grading would not exceed 250 cubic yards. Further, the proposed improvements such as stains Patios and An updated landscape plan z with a cross section and relevant notes via a -mail was received on October 21, 2011. The reconstructed house is approximately 60 feet south of the concrete bulkhead. Mr. Bridge October 25, 201 Y Page 2 s associated with a single fam ily seating or retaining walls are consistent with applan revised date July 22, 2011 raslprepared oo Therefore, the proposed landscaping depicted on landscape development by Joanna D'Asaro, can be considered exempved under shoreline 101919-SH willlbe amended and re sued to requirements. The shoreline exemption appro reflect that these improvements are exempt from shoreline substantial development permit requirements. CLEARING, GRADING AND TREE AND VEGETATION RETENTION plan approval shall be Under FWRC 19.120.020, activities requiring tree and clearing and grading p reviewed and approved in conjunction with the underlying building grading assocd deve1►vith the lopment andscapesplar► the rebuilt house has not obtained a certificate of occupancy, the can be reviewed in conjunction with the active �bbuil L permit. � � Architect Joanna D'Asara subject to the landscape plan dated July 22, 2011, as prepay y following condition: Landscape condition of approval Obtain necessary permits for hot tub installation. CULTURAL RESOURCES The Lakota Beach shoreline area is known to contain evidenceofshell mid ng their loc-a ion artifacts recently encapsulated on a property very near the subject property. may be impacted by grading actions associated with the proposed landscape installation. Assistant State Archaeologist Gretchen I ashler with the Wad recommendatiotate ns relating elan g toment of the proposed a Preservation (DAHP) provided comments and Historic and rif you have questions copy of her September 13, 2011 e-mail is enclosed. Please toct the site should commence uMs. Kaehler ntil all State about her recommendations. Please note that no grading work related permits and approvals are obtained. Should you have any questions about this letter please contact Senior Planner Deb Barker at 253-835- 2642 or at deb.barker@Gityoffederalway.com. Sincerely, Isaac Conlen, Planning Manager for Patrick Doherty, Director enc: DAHP memo Approved Landscape Plan c: Robert and Michelle Bessler, 6203 Hawthorne Avenue, #B-196, Tacoma- WA 98422 Gretchen Kaebler, DAHP, via e-mail: Gretchen.kaehle ARP.wa, ov Fernando Fernandez, Building Inspector Scott Sproul, Plans Examiner Doc I D. 59294 11-103460 Deb Barker vr"m' Deb Barker Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 6:09 PM To: Subject: Isaac Conlen FWBessler and DAHP FYI -Here`, the xecoinmeadation from Dept. of Archaeology tln�l Histo •' -� an the Bessler landscape proposal nett to Shriner. I'll he reviewin, the B r IC Bessler " an sc (DAHP) with current shoreline regs around the code amendment since there are s g Basler "landscape plan" Pr OPosed, stairs, hot tub, Patios... in the shoreline. Wondering how hest to ee r -se features of an artifact location without a direct Permit requirement - given the p went knowledge Have no idea how "ether cities do it.,, language in the RCW. deb From: Kaehler, Gretchen (DAHP) [mailto:Gretchen.Kaehler@DAHP.wa.gov] Sent: Tuesday, September 13, 2011 5:31 PM To: Deb Barker Subject: RE: Federal Way landscape project consultation Hi Deb, After reviewing the information we would recommend one of two options. An archaeolo ical site, recorded on the neighboring property during a bulkhead installation. Consequently them is no accurate ell midden was extent of the archaeological site although it does seem to extend west. We do know that the archa not deeply buried on the neighboring property fe information on the 9 9 Pro ert so it is possible that the landscaping eologrcal deposits were deposits that may be present on the Bessler property. P 9 project disturb or destroy such Archaeological sites are protected from knowing disturbance on both public and private lands i RCW 27.44 and RCW 27.53.060 require that a person obtain a permit from our Department before ar altering ri Washington States. Both b Native American human remains or archaeological resources in Washington. Failureto obtainatipeitisremoving, punishable by civil fines and other penalties under RCW 27.53.095, and by criminal prosecution a permit is under RCW 27.53.090. Chapter 27.53.095 RCW allows tl7e Den aneamount up to five thousand Archaeology and Historic Preservation to issue civil penalties for the violation of this statute i costs and investigative costs. d dollars, in addition to site restoration Given the Probability for the site to extend onto the Bessler property, we recommend archaeologist conduct an archaeological solve d that either a professional should be sent to DAHP and the interested Tribesforreview prinx o beancnand prepare a report. The report beginning the project. Alternately, a professional archaeologist could be present to monitor ground disturbing Plan must be prepared and submitted to DAHP and the Tribes for review at ]east two disturbance. After the monitoring is completed, the professional archaeologist activities. A monitoring monitoring and submit to the City, DAHP and the Tribes. should preparers report of the In my opinion, a survey would be the better option. If archaeological resources are then there is time to redesign to avoid the resources and/or develop a plan and eta Identified during a survey, $ permit from DAHP. 6'cal resources are identified during the project activities, then the wank must stop damage and protect With a monitor, if archaeolo�i Permit after we receive a emit frorn DAHP can be obtained and a plan b5 fQr DAHP to issue pany exposed until a p It takes between 45 and 5 Y are often p the resources (RCW 27 53) When resources are identified during project activities, they sufficient pen -nit application. Wh the damage through archaeological work and darnaged and the proponent is then responsible for remediating which can be somewhat costly. It is really up to the Besslers which way they �'�'O�d like to go, we would be fine with either. Please feel free to call or email me if you have any questions. Thank, Gretchen Gretchen Kaehier Assistant StateArchaeologist, l [Department of Archaeology Historic Preservation Olympia Ph:360-586-3088 Cell; 360-628- -755 From: Deb Barker [mailto Deb.Barker@cityof#ederalway.com] Sent: Monday, September 12, 2011 6:07 PM To:`bridgebuilthomes@gwestoff'tce.neV Cc: Kaehler, Gretchen landscape project consultation Subject: M: Way Washington St<lte Chris - �lftez a brief phone conversation with Gretchen Ka 3 hl��a£�c� hce� l�g� e-mail below with the Department of Archaeoloy and Hk�toxic preservation, attached inform atinn that gnu pra��idecl. Her e-mail is etchen.kaehlez DAH .wa. ov. g Rc gards Deb Ban Se;nit, ° .Planner Economic Detlnent ( ornra ni.ty andg°eloPrn(?"t' Dep`ar' City of Federal Way 33325 8th Avenue Soufll Federal Way; WA 98003 253-835-2642 tp? 253-83 i-2609 (f} deb.barker'';cityoffederal� ay.€;om From: Deb Barker Sent; Monday, September 12, 2011 5:17 PM Deb Barker From: Sent: To: Subject: Hi Deb, Kaehler, Gretchen (DAHP) jGretchen.Kaehier@DAHp.wa.gov] Tuesday. September 13, 2011 g:31 PM Deb Barker RE: Federal Way landscape project consultation After reviewing the information we would recommend one of two options. An archaeological recorded on the neighboring g l Property during a bulkhead extelati w Consequently there is no accurate information extent of the archaeological site although it does seem to extend west. We do know that the site, a shell midden was not deeply buried on the neighboring property so it is possible that the Ian a do n Project °n the deposits that may be present an the Kessler property, the archaeological deposits were 9 p J disturb or destroy such Archaeological sites are protected from knowing disturbance on both public and private RCW 27.44 and RCW 27.53.460 require that a person obtain a permit from our De R altering Native American human remains or archaeological resources in o P e lands f e Washington in States. Both Punishable by civil fines and other penalties under RCW 27 53•095, and b criminal Department before excavating, removing, Washington Failure to obtain a permit is Chapter 27.53.095 RCW allows the Department of Archaeology Y mural prosecution under RCW 27.53.090. penalties for the violation of this statute in an amount up to five thousand dollarstoric s, to issue civil costs and investigative costs. s, in addition to site restoration Given the probability for the site to extend onto the Bessler property, we recommend that either a professional archaeologist conduct archaeological survey prior to ground disturbance and prepare a report. The report AHP and the interested Tribes for mview prior to beginning he project. AIternately, a professional archaeologist could be present to monitor ground Plan must be prepared and submitted to D disturbing activities. A monitoring disturbance. After the monitoring is completed, the Professional Tribesfr review at least two weeks prior to ground monitoring and submit to the City, DAHP and the Tribes. Geologist should re P pare a report of the In my Opinion, a survey would be the better option. If archaeological resour then there is time to redesign to avoid the resources and/or develop a Plan ces are identified during Dand get a permit from DAB urveY, With a monitor, if archaeological resources are identified during the Project until a permit from DAHP can be obtained and a plan can be developed to t activities, then he work must stop the resources (RCW 27.53). It takes between 45 and 50 days for DAHP to i mediate an d sufficient permit application. Y damage and protect and damaged and he proponent�is then responsible identifiedesources are duringissue the permit after a receive a for project activities, they are often exposed which can be somewhat costly. remediating he damage through archaeological work It is really up to the Besslers which way they would like to go, we would be Please feel free to call or email me if you have an fine with either. y questions. Thank, Gretchen 1 Gretchen Kaehler Assistant State rchaeollogy and LocalGovernments Preservation Department of Archaeology Olympia Ph:360-586-3088 Ce11:360-628-2755 From: Deb Barker [mailto:Deb.Bari Br@c yo ederalwaY•com] Sent: Monday, September 12, 201 :07 PM To: 'bridgebuilthomes@qW estoffice.neV cc: Kaehler, Gretchen (DAH Subject: FW: Federal Way landscape project consultation the ington State �e conversation with Gretchexx liaehler at her thele-mail h to ��vith the Chris - After a brief gl�ox I?e aztnxexrt of Arch<eolol?' axedIistoric preservation; I forwar c e P a that. , Provided. Her e-mail is etchen.kaehlei DAHP.wa. ov. attached inforxnatxo Regards Deb BzrlLer. Senior Yl.arxne7 ,mG it Devartrnerxt Community Exnd Economic DrN elal city cif Federal way 33325 Stli A enuU' S"th Fetlex-al W :xy. WA. 98003 253-836-2642 (p) 25:3-835-MC09 (fl cIe}�.Uarl:et•�:c:zty�ffader�lway satin From: Deb Barker Sect: Monday, September 12, 2011 5:17 PM To: Kaehler, Gretchen (DAHlandscape project consultation Subject: Federal Way �IT'l GiF Federal l�l�ay DATE: September 12, 2011 TO: Gretchen Kaehler, DAHP MEMORANDUM community and Economic Development Department FROM: Deb Barker, COFW SUBJ ECr; BESSLER -SHORELINE LANDSCAPING INQUIRY - (11-103460-00-AD) BACKGROUND: Tax parcel: #416660-0170 Address: 2854 SW 300" Place, Federal Way, WA 98023 STR: SW0121NO3E Initial Proposal. Demolition of 1,980 SF single family house (circa 1918) and construction of a new 7,002 SF single family development permit requested. house, plus detached 926 SF garage with habitable space upstairs. Exemption to shoreline substantial SEPA: The subject property was determined to not be in an erosion hazard area and not in a critical area as defined under Federal Way Revised Code (FWRC). Review under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA) was not required. Shoreline: Shoreline exemption file #09-101919-SH, issued by City of Federal Way on June 10, 2009 The existin low bank bulkhead is to remain in place and is not to be disturbed with the proposed landsca in . It i g understood that native artifacts have been discovered along the shoreline of nearb s g s Building y properties). Permit: 09-101528-01-5 F LANDSCAPE REQUEST The applicant is interested in formally landscaping the rear yard along the Puget Sound shoreline for the new ha Proposed work is described in the enclosed letter from Bridge Built Homes received by the City on August 25 2011and in the attached Landscape Plan prepared by Greener Living Solutions dated July 12, 2011. The proposed landsca e ' and was not proposed or reviewed as part of the shoreline exemption request or buildingp work permit review. The applicant seeks comments and direction for installing the landscaping as proposed knowing that native artifacts have been discovered along the shoreline of nearby properties. acts Thank you for your time. Deb Barker, Senior Planner Community and Economic Development Department City of Federal Way 33325 8th Avenue South Federal Way, WA 98003 253-835-2642 (p) 253-835-2609 (f) deb.barke it offederalwa .com -------- 14 .61 is el b 4ng ft use of such information. County makes no rep, mlor� nta T�i;s documen' is net intended (or usA as a survey p LmL King Count I"isIble W any generel. sp ,da.rv.nos.in= but not limited to. Josl monues rlost praffls rl�:Lfmrn ft use or misu5ri of Ine inNrmabon Contained on this map. 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"::__:_ __:_:_:::_:::- :__:_:__:__:__---__:___::__-_:::_:__::_:_:_:_:_:___:_::___--__- SCD�'S sfi�— d J 1,6 p r-D fi LL:tCF.P�- ' py`CgSq��.. e C.-I IJ III BRIDGE BUILT HOMES COMPANY Phone (253) 582-4455 Fax (253) 984-6675 e-mail bridgebuilthomes(cr7.pwestoffice.net TO: Deb Barker, Senior Planner RE: 2854 SW 300'h Pl, Fed Way (Bessler) Dear Deb, RECEIVED SEP 14 2101'i i I - (o346o P.O.BOX 99218 Lakewood, WA. 98499 Please find enclosed, pictures of the existing North side bulkhead and original landscaping. My best guess is that the original house was built in the 40's as was the bulkhead. The original house had a basement with the basement floor being the same grade as the top of the bulkhead. As we removed the original house and excavated for the new house, it appeared that the materials between the bulkhead and new house were imported sand/brown loam mixed fill. The original soils found on the South side are predominately clay/hard pan. Because of the original bulkhead construction, depth of the original basement, and fill materials found, I do not believe there is any original soil remaining between the bulkhead and new house. Thank you. �J. C s Bridge, President Bri ge Built Homes Company A,_ I zip. sr,vrrc l Notes +(100.0—13ting eiavaWon +100.0-praposed olavatlon twalop of veal! bwrbottotn of wa)f lgaflnlsh grade SPOI datum I Contractor looflold heck anrypn only and are net tied to largerrsgional survey fy Accuracy and faaci6i'ty of Aii grading pufnLs. 41V At I---- - .--. -- ---- lps RECEiV `D #�l- �034c� BRIDGE BUILT HOMES COMPANY (:I-y OF FEDERAL WAY ,.., C-- P.O.BOX 99218 L) Lakewood, WA 98499 11hoar (253) 582-4455 Fax (253) 984-6675 e-mail brid! ebuiitilomes r westoFfiee.net TO: Isaac Conlen, Planning Manager, City of Federal Way RE: 2854 SW 300' PL Dear Mr. Conlen, Please find enclosed a preliminary landscape plan for the new home being built at 2854 SW 300t' Pl, permit # 09-101528-01-SF, for your review. Please note that we removed the existing home to build the new home and that there is an existing bulkhead. We are requesting this review due to the close proximity to the water and the knowledge of possible Native American historical significance. It is our intent to be able to accomplish the landscape in the preliminary plan with a minimum of dirt removal or addition. The only `cut' would be approximately 18" for the bulkhead patio (#1) and topping soil to level the old grass yard adjacent to the house (#2). The scattered rock areas are in the 2:1 slope areas for erosion control. Because of the existing bulkhead and prior excavation to build that bulkhead, I believe the uncovering of Native American historical or cultural artifacts would be almost non- existent. Thank you. J. Chris Bridge, Bridge Built Homes Co. (2 5 La I1— 0-323 �Y STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY & HISTORIC PRESERVATION 1063 S. Capitol Way, Suite 106 - Olympia, Washington 98501 Mailing address: PO Box 48343 - Olympia, Washington 98504-8343 (360) 586-3065 - Fax Number (360) 586-3067 - Website: www.dahp.wa.gov August 10, 2011 Ms. Deb Barker Associate Planner City Of Federal Way 33530 First Way South PO Box 9718 Federal Way, WA 98063 In future correspondence please refer to: Log: 081011-17-KI Property: Bradshaw/Harkness Residential Remodel/Addition, Federal Way File No: 11-101539-00-5E Re: Archaeology — Professional Archaeological Survey Requested Dear Ms. Barker: We have reviewed the materials forwarded to our office for the proposed project referenced above. The area has a high potential for archaeological resources. At least two precontact archaeological sites have been identified in the Lakota Beach area on landforms similar to that of the project area. These sites are within approximately 730 feet of the proposed project area. Please be aware that archaeological sites are protected from knowing disturbance on both public and private lands in Washington States. Both RCW 27.44 and RCW 27.53.060 require that a person obtain a permit from our Department before excavating, removing, or altering Native American human remains or archaeological resources in Washington. Failure to obtain a permit is punishable by civil fines and other penalties under RCW 27.53.095, and by criminal prosecution under RCW 27.53.090. Chapter 27.53.095 RCW allows the Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation to issue civil penalties for the violation of this statute in an amount up to five thousand dollars, in addition to site restoration costs and investigative costs. Also, these remedies do not prevent concerned tribes from undertaking civil action in state or federal court, or law enforcement agencies from undertaking criminal investigation or prosecution. Chapter 27.44.050 RCW allows the affected Indian Tribe to undertake civil action apart from any criminal prosecution if burials are disturbed. Identification of cultural resources during construction is not a recommended detection method because inadvertent discoveries often result in costly construction delays and damage to the resource. Therefore, we request a professional archaeological survey of the project area be conducted and a report be submitted to DAHP and the Tribes for review prior to ground disturbing activities We also recommend consultation with the concerned Tribes' cultural committees and staff regarding cultural resource issues. Finally, please note that effective Nov. 2, 2009, DAHP requires that all cultural resource reports be submitted in PDF format on a labeled CD along with an unbound paper copy. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project and we look forward to receiving the survey report. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (360) 586-3088 or Gretchen.Kaehler@dahp.wa.gov. Sincerely, Gretchen Kaehler Assistant State Archaeologist (360) 586-3088 etchen.kaehler@dah .wa. av cc. Brandon Reynon, Cultural Resources, Puyallup Tribe Laura Murphy, Archaeologist, Muckleshoot Tribes Richard Young, Cultural Resources, Tulalip Tribes Fabio Apolito, Tribal Attorney, Nisqually Tribe Phil LeTourneau, Archaeologist, King County Historic Preservation Program DEPARTMENT OF ARCHAEOLOGY & HISTORIC PRESERVATION Protect the Pas!, Shope the Future Deb Barker From: Kaehler, Gretchen (DAHP) [Gretchen.Kaehler@DAHP.wa.gov] Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 5:29 PM To: Tamara Fix; davef@buildingart.com; brandon.reynon@puyalluptribe.com; laura.murphy@muckleshoot.nsn.us; philippe.letourneau@kingcounty.gov Cc: Deb Barker Subject: RE: Bradshaw/Harkness Remodel I believe that my comments addressed the potential for impacts of the project on archaeology within the geologically hazardous area. Since this was the case I do not understand why damage to cultural or archaeological resources that may be present within the project area is not an "impact associated with the geologically hazardous area". Even though it would be a cultural resources impact, not a geological impact, it's still associated with the area. don't believe that either WAC 197-11-908 or 800 limits review to impacts associated with a geologically hazardous area. Are you referring to a critical areas ordinance instead? The DNS (Pg. 5, no. 13) for this project, states that "there is a potential for the presence of historic cultural resources at the site, based on the presence of other know cultural resources in the nearby vicinity, which will be reviewed in conjunction with the shoreline exemption." Has the shoreline exemption notice been distributed for review and comment yet? If so I could address cultural resources under the shoreline exemption. Please let me know if you would like me to rewrite my letter to reference the shoreline exemption instead. Thank you, Gretchen Gretchen Kaehler Assistant State Archaeologist, Local Governments Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation Olympia Ph:360-586-3088 Cell:360-628-2755 From: Tamara Fix[mailto:Tamara.Fix@cityoffederalway.com] Sent: Wednesday, August 17, 2011 3:16 PM To: Kaehler, Gretchen (DAHP); 'davef@ build i ngart.com'; 'brandon.reynon@puyalluptribe.com'; 'laura.murphy@muckleshoot.nsn.us'; 'philippe.letourneau@kingcounty.gov' Cc: Deb Barker Subject: Bradshaw/Harkness Remodel Attached is a letter with enclosures from the City of Federal Way regarding the above -mentioned project. Tarn.ara fix -}Amin A,sst. City of fede-raC` clay tamara=ftx@)cityoffederaCw".com "When life gives you a hundred reasons to cry, show life that you have a thousand reasons to smile." Unknown file #11-103460-00-AD; BESSLER -SHORELINE LANDSCAPING INQU V Background on adjacent property containing cultural artifacts File/date What occurred What City did 04-100859-SF. New SF New 7,436 sq ft SF house; City reviewed NSF permit for this permit submitted 3/4/04, Note: "construction of sea wall and etc low bank shoreline site. issued 5/13/04, fmaled requires shoreline review and approval'. 11/23/05. 05-104129-SE. SEPA Checklist prepared by owner. Proposed City reviewed checklist for the checklist submitted 8/16/05 repair/creation of new Bulkhead.' DNS bulkhead proposal. Site is currently for bulkhead. issued in advance of shoreline exemption. a grass bank. Issued DNS, sent it to DNS issued 10/19/05. Addendum issued to disclose artifact DAHP. [Addendum issued 8/15/06] discovery In a 10131105 letter, DAHP disclosed that archaeological materials previously "observed" in this general location, and they requested archaeological monitoring during wall construction. City issues addendum after protection plan approved 05-104130-SH. Shoreline Shoreline exemption for the bulkhead City reviewed shoreline exemption exemption request submitted construction .2 for rockery/type bulkhead prepared 8/16/05, issued 1/04/06. Addendum issued following artifact by Myer Biodymanics. [Revised exemption issued discovery plan approval. Archaeological monitoring is 8/15/06] requested. The shoreline exemption issued when scope of work for NWAA cultural resources monitoring dated 12/20/05 is received. City issues shoreline addendum after protection plan approved. Shoreline closeout letter sent 1/2/2008. 2/6/06 NWAA identified artifact during pre - construction fieldwork on 2/6/06 2/9/06 — Date of NWAA Disclosed that artifact was discovered on site City sent 2/16/06 letter re: next letter re: artifact discovery and advised plan preparation. steps: artifact protection plan needed, consult with DAHP and tribes. 06-102504 AD: Cultural Revised plan dated 7/10/06 routed to DAHP City reviewed the protection plan resource protection system and tribes. No comments from tribes. with DAHP consultation, forwarded plan submitted 5/22/06, Conditional approval on 8/16/06. the plan to 2 tribes & DAHP, issued approved 8/16/06. approval of the plan. Prepared amendments to SEPA and shoreline exemption once plan approved. 06-104323-SF: Plans for Rockery installation went OK, but the ROW Reviewed the building permit, set rockery per protection plan access/bank required restoration. conditions of approval. Rockery submitted 8/25/06, fmaled construction approved by building 12/26/07. dept., landscaping approved by Planning. Access restored. ' SEPA description: The proposed action includes repair of an existing bulkhead at the east property boundary, construction of approximately 20 linear feet of new bulkhead, stabilize slumping shore slope by revegetation and rock revetment, and removal of existing concrete debris on the beach, in order to help dissipate coastal erosion along the Puget Sound Shoreline at a private residence at the Lakota Beach neighborhood. 2 Description: Construction of a normal protective bulkhead common to a single-family residence. 3 NWAA = Northwest Archeological Associates Inc. Doc. I.D. Conditions of approval Permit #06-104323-00-SF for: Shore Erosion and Cultural Deposit Protection Design Shinier Property at Lakota Beach 2876 SW 300th Place, Federal Way The following conditions of approval shall apply to this construction permit: 1. Prior to beginning any construction activities at the site, a preconstruction meeting shall be conducted to establish the following: a. Identify specific construction equipment to be used with this project b. Identify staging location(s), defined work corridor, and access c. Identify stockpile locations and TESC d. Identify work sequence, including performance period(s) and tidal event limitations e. Clarify inspection, monitoring and report responsibilities of project engineer and project archaeologist 2. Preconstruction meeting attendees shall consist of the following: a. Property owner b. Contractor, including rockery sub and project lead c. Project Engineer d. Project Archaeologist e. City Building Inspector f. City Public Works staff 3. Project archaeologist shall be on site during all ground disturbing activity associated with the project. 4. No work shall occur waterward of the ordinary high water mark. 5. No wheeled equipment shall be permitted on the beach. 6. No marine craft shall be anchored on the beach for any purpose other than limited material delivery. 7. No site constrction activity shall destabilize the existing slope condition. 8. Prior to final inspection, a landscape inspection shall be conducted of the required planting. Contact Deb Barker, 253-835-2642 to schedule this meeting. Doc. I.D. Permit #11-103460-00-AD; BESSLER -SHORELINE LANDSCAPING INQUIRY Background on ao*'nt property with cultural artifact. . �ntl'� File/date 04-100859-SF. New SF permit submitted 3/4/04, issued 5/13/04, finaled 11/23/05. 05-104129-SE. SEPA checklist submitted 8/16/05 for bulkhead. DNS issued 10/19/05. Addendum issued 8 15 06. 05-104130-SH. Shoreline exemption request submitted 8/16/05, issued 1/04/06. Revised exemption issued 8/15/06. 2/16/09 — Date of NWAA letter re: midden discovery??? 06-102504 AD. Protection system plan submitted 5/22/06, approved 8/16/05 06-10432.3 SF Plans for rockery per protection plan submitted 8/25/06, finaled 12/26/07 What occurred New 7,436 sq ft SF house; "the construction of sea wall and etc requires shoreline review and approval". Bulkhead application. DNS issued in advance of shoreline exemption. Addendum issued to disclose artifact discovery Shoreline exemption for the bulkhead construction. Addendum issued following artifact discovery plan approval. Midden discovered during construction activity. All work ceased. Plan routed to DAHP and tribes. Conditional approval on 8/16/05. Rockery installation went OK, but the ROW access/bank was trashed and required restoration. What City did Reviewed only NSF permit for low bank shoreline site adjacent to unopened ROW. Reviewed checklist with bulkhead proposal. None existed - only grass bank. Reviewed exemption re: bulkhead proposal. None existed - only grass bank. CHECK if there was an archaeologist to be on hand with original plan? City sent applicant letter re: next steps City reviewed the plan with DAHP consultation, forwarded the plan to 2 tribes & DAHP. Prepared amendments to SEPA and shoreline exemption. City inspectors missed the access destruction, but the rockery construction went OK. Sent closeout letter on 1/2/08 Doc. I.D. Deb Barker - RE: Federal Wsy/Shimer - revised plans & report Peige 1 From: Deb Barker To: Stephenie Kramer Date: 8/10/2006 5:39:18 PM Subject: RE: Federal Way/Shimer - revised plans & report Stephenie - Thank you for your review and comment on the Shimer bulkhead proposal. The City is receptive to your recommendations and will subsequently condition the rock wall building permit to ensure that construction activity does not damage the midden, and that any ground disturbing activity shall be monitored by a professional archaeologist. Based on your review and recommendations, it appears that we have concurrence on how to proceed. Therefore, the City will issue both an addendum to the DNS to include cultural deposit protection, and a letter that confirms that proposed shoreliine stabilization and cultural deposit protection is in compliance with a previously issued shoreline substantial development permit exemption. These letters will be copied to you as well as to Tribal representatives. In addition, the City will require a building permit for the approved work, and will condition the permit as noted above. Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about this e-mail or the proposed work. I certainly appreciate your thorough review and commentary. Regards Deb Barker Senior Planner, City of Federal Way PO Box 9718 Federal Way, WA 98063-9718 (253) 835-2642 deb.barker@cityoffederalway.com >>> "Kramer, Stephenie (DAHP)" <Stephen ie. Kramer@DAH P.WA.GOV> 8/9/2006 4:45 PM >>> Hi Deb, We have reviewed the plans for the Shimer Bulkhead. These are very clear drawings and make the project easy to evaluate. We appreciate the work that was put into this plan. It appears the Basalt wall will be placed so as not to disturb the midden, which is ideal. My only questions and recommendations would be these: 1. How will the rocks be placed, by equipment on the beach, or from above? Would heavy equipment be driving on the surface of the ground? This could cause some damage to the midden from above, depending upon how far below surface the midden is located. If you could find out about this I would appreciate it. We can discuss strategies if needed. 2. If there is any ground disturbing activity at the top of the staircase, to inset the stairs or bring them to grade, or something of this nature, those activities should be monitored by a professional archaeologist. Thank you for the opportunity to comment. All the best, Stephenie Stephenie Kramer Assistant State Archaeologist Washington State Department of Archaeology & Historic Preservation 1063 S. Capitol Way, Suite 106 Olympia, WA 98501 voice (360) 586-3083 fax (360) 586-3067 http://www.dahp.wa.goy S � a � y STATE OF WASHINGTON Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation 1063 S. Capitol Way, Suite 106 • PO Box 48343 • Olyntpla. Washington 98504-9343 (360) 566-3065 • Fax Number (360) 586-3067 • www.dahp.wa.gov October 31; 2005 Ms, Kathy McClung, Director Community Development City of Federal Way 33326 8th Ave S . PO BOX 9718. Federal Way, WA 98063 f � fin 6 r A —5 Lis r In future correspondence please refer to: Log:: 103105-07-PI Property: 05-104129-00-SE Shimer Bulkhead Lakota Beach SEPA DNS Re Archaeology - Monitor requested Dear Ms. McClung: We have reviewed the materials forwarded to our office for the proposed project referenced above. There is a recorded archaeological site in the Lakota Beach area. As you know, recently the Lakehaven Utility District had their pipeline route professional surveyed for archaeological resources. During that survey, one informant report to thern'that they recalled seeing archaeological materials at the location of 3011 and 300''. Alth❑ugh1he Dlstl;ict did some subsurface probing in the area of this intersection, their probes were limited to the south east side of the intersection. Because this property is waterfront, and is at the location of the reported archaeological site, we recommend a professional archaeologist monitor the construction of the bulkhead. tf archaeological resources are encountered, work should pause, and this agency, the affected Tribe and the City should be notified, A monitoring report should be submitted to this agency and the affected Tribe following monitoring. We also recommend consultation with the concerned tribes cultural committees and staff regarding cultural resource. issues. These comments are based on the information available at the time of this review and. on behalf of the State Historic Preservation Officer. Should additional information become available, our assessment may be revised. Thank you for the opportunity to comment on this project and we look forward to receiving the survey report. Please note that DAHP has recently developed a set of cultural resource reporting guidelines. The guidelines are available on our website at http://www.oahp.wa.gov/pages/Documents/documents/CRStandards 604.pdf. Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact m at (360) 586-3083 or at Stenhenie.Kramer rdaho.wa,aov. Si c rely, p e ie ra er kt r Assista t State Archa olog ist cc: Judy Wright OF ARCHAEOLOGY & 141STORIC PRESERVATION Protect the Past, Shape the FAge .. CITY OF _- Federal Way k 33325 8"' Avenue South PO Box 9718 Federal Way WA 98063-9718 253-835-2607; Fax 253-835-2609 www.ci gffederalwa .com To: Judy Wright From: Deb Barker Company Puyallup Tribe of Indians Date: August 3, 2006 Fax: 253-573-7929 Phone: 253-835-2642 Phone: 253-573-7800 Pages: pages including cover page Re: Federal Way/Shimer Midden site X Urgent x For Review x Please Comment x Please Reply ❑ Please Recycle i Comments: Judy - You may recall that ion October 19, 2005, the City issued a DNS for a protective bulkhead along portions of the shoreline of the Shinier property located at 2876 SW 300th Place in Federal Way, followed by an exemption to the Substantial Shoreline Development Permit requirements. Subsequent to those decisions, the applicant's Archaeologist identified shell midden in the area proposed for the protective bulkhead. The applicant has redesigned the bulkhead project to address identified cultural issues. Forwarded is a copy of the Shore Erosion and Cultural Deposits Protection Design plan prepared by Myer Biodynamics, Inc. revised date July 10, 2006, and the Archaeologist report prepared by Northwest Archaeological Associates, Inc. dated February 9, 2006. I would appreciate any comments you may have on the proposed development activity in advance of City issuance of an addendum to the DNS. I have forwarded this same information to Stephenie Kramer with DAB?. Thank you in advance for your thoughts. Please let me know if you have any questions by contacting me at 253-835-2642 or via e-mail at deb.barker@cityoffederalway.com. I look forward to hearing from you. Deb Doc. I.D. January 2, 2008 Peter & Laurel Shinier 2876 SW 300'h Place Federal Way, WA 98023 RE: Files 405-104130-SH, 05-104129-SE, 06-102564-AD and 06-104323-00-SF; Status of Permits Dear Mr. and Mrs. Shinier: This letter discusses the status of work associated with the above -referenced applications. Background - On October 19, 2005, the City issued a Determination of Nonsignificance (DNS) for work proposed to repair an existing shoreline bulkhead at the above -referenced property.' On January 4, 2006, the City of Federal Way issued a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Exemption for this work.2 On August 15, 2006, following receipt of information about cultural deposits and amended plans, the City issued an Addendum to the DNS, to include cultural deposit protection to the shoreline stabilization proposal. Also, on August 15, 2006, the City issued a letter indicating that work proposed for the shoreline stabilization efforts as well as cultural deposit protection is in compliance with the Shoreline Substantial Development Permit Exemption originally issued on January 4, 2006. The work was conditionally approved on August 16, 2006? Actions - The building permit for the retaining wall repair was issued on October 10, 2006.a Planning staff inspected the installed landscaping on August 8, 2007 following completion, and found it satisfactory. Final building inspection was conducted on December 28, 2007 by Michael Lee. As documented in a November 13, 2007 e-mail from Ann Dower, a separate right-of-way restoration issue has been resolved. The City has documented completion of the work approved with the above -referenced permits and the related files are closed. Please contact me at 253-835-2642 if you have any questions about this letter. Sincerely, Deb Barker Senior Planner c: Ann Dower, Public Works Engineering Plans Reviewer Kathy Messinger, Engineering Technician Mike Lee, Building Inspector File #05-104129-00-SE z File #05-104130-00-SH 'File #06-102564-00-AD 4 file # 06-414323-00-SF Doc. 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