2021/03/24 Council Agenda Packet

RESOLUTION NO. EVERETT WASHINGTON A RESOLUTION of the City of Everett City Council changing the name of Broadway, (between Tower Street and North Broadway), to Trojan Way WHEREAS, A. Everett Community College has used the Trojan symbol for student spirit and college athletics for 78 years. B. Everett Community College has requested that the City change the name of Broadway between North Broadway and Tower Street (commonly referred to as "Little" Broadway) to "Trojan Way," as shown on the attached map. This portion of street is near and adjacent to Everett Community College. C. Those individuals and businesses that would be immediately impacted by the renaming of the street have indicated their support for this request. D. Pat Sisneros, Vice President of College Services for Everett Community College, has endorsed this request. E. The Transportation Advisory Committee has recommended approval of this request. F. The Historical Commission, after providing notice and following its public process, has recommended approval of this request. G. The City Council in 2012 adopted Resolution 6537 "A Resolution Establishing a Policy on Public Place Names and Name Changes." The City Council has considered the criteria under Section 3 of that 2012 resolution and finds that the changing the street name to "Trojan Way" meets the applicable criteria. For example. the City Council finds that 1. The new name will reflect the street's geographical location near Everett Community College. 2. The new name will reflect the historical and cultural significance of Everett Community College to the City of Everett. 3. Everett Community College has enhanced the quality of life within the City of Everett, and so naming a street after the symbol of Everett Community College is appropriate. 4. The growth of Everett Community College and its positive impact on the City of Everett is an exceptional circumstance that supports a change in name, even though