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Section F: Public Realm Waterfront Place Central is a pedestrian-oriented, mixed use development with extensive public open space. Pacific Rim Plaza, Seiner Wharf, raised courtyards, view point areas, the Boxcar Park with its an outdoor performance venue, the Esplanade, Fisherman's Tribute, and other open space areas provide a connection to the environment creating a rich variety of exterior public spatial experiences for visitors, residents, and workers at Waterfront Place Central. Parks,trails, and open space for Waterfront Place Central will also: • Create the heart of the pedestrian environment- Just as sidewalks form the backbone of the pedestrian network, open space create the heart of the community and are integral to the overall site. Visitors and residents alike will come to Waterfront Place Central because of the unique urban marine environment experienced through open space. Expand and Enhance Public Open Space - These spaces shall be placed near each of the water edges of the site, and in areas with views to the water. These public spaces will be created in accordance to the development goals set forth between the Port of Everett and the City of Everett. Total space provided shall cover the agreed upon preferred site master plan. • Create the Waterfront Place Central Identity-the public realm of the community will be experienced through trails,parks, and open space. Urban Design of these areas is an essential part of the palette in creating the character of Waterfront Place Central. • Develop Livable Urban Space - Open space will help to create a livable urban space where the focus is making a place for the enjoyment and health of residents, boaters, visitors, and workers. • Make Some Spaces interactive - Some spaces shall be "interactive." 44 • Promote Sustainable and ►,# Environmentally Friendly Practices- ', will be designed to improve the 00.77--0.; k' Spacesg p 4 . rf is a health and welfare of the residents and Everett community. By open space, especially ones with street trees and planting, impervious surfaces can be • 1**,,0 minimized. Minimizing impervious surfaces requires less water quality treatment which will be good for both the environment and for infrastructure costs. • Provide Key Pedestrian Nodes- While the pedestrian system will provide Figure 12 Bikes for Rent ample access to all areas, plazas, vistas, - - and open space areas from destination nodes of interest and activity, size and use open space will create a variety of pedestrian nodes. Open Space Plan Every trail, park, plaza and open space area has its own character, but together they create a unified network of open space nodes. Within that network, open spaces will vary in size and 2014 Waterfront Place Central Supplemental Design Guidelines -53-