The proposed Cordata Park Annexation includes approximately 20 acres. The area is adjacent to Bellingham City Limits with three sides (the north, south, and east) sharing a common boundary with the Guide Meridian / Cordata Neighborhood, and private properties forming the west boundary. The annexation would allow for the city to develop a neighborhood park and trail corridor to serve the existing and future residents within the surrounding area.
August 11, 2009: Effective date of annexation to the City of Bellingham, WA.
July 27, 2009: The Bellingham City Council approved the annexation request.
July 21, 2008: Bellingham City Council held a public meeting to consider the annexation petition and voted to initiate the annexation process.
June 12, 2008: A neighborhood meeting was held at the Birchwood Presbyterian Church, attended by approximately 27 property owners and interested people from the surrounding area.
February 12, 2008 - Whatcom County Council added this area to Bellingham's Urban Growth Area.
