Ordinance 2853-05 - Laserfiche WebLink

• Encourage the redevelopment of unsightly parcels that are currently used for outdoor storage. • Incorporate into redevelopment small parks and/or plazas that include plants and landscaping. 3. Develop clear and attractive connections between Everett Station, surrounding development, and downtown, for both pedestrians and bicycle users. Smith Avenue overtime will become a more important north/south vehicle/pedestrian link between the downtown, 41st Street interchange and the Simpson Riverfront redevelopment area. Support direct HOV access for the Everett Station Area off of Interstate 5 at 41St Street and Broadway Avenue. Pedestrian linkages could be enhanced by widening sidewalks, and by adding street trees, covered walkways, and other pedestrian amenities such as benches, public art, information kiosks, and trash receptacles. New development should be encouraged that promotes street level interest through ground floor uses that front the street, window displays, and outdoor seating for restaurants. At 36th Street when the at grade vehicle access is removed, an at grade or grade separated pedestrian connection should be built to connect the Simpson Riverfront with the Everett Station area. There needs to be a connection between the existing and planned pedestrian bike trail along the Snohomish River. At 36th Street, besides the pedestrian connection to the Riverfront area, consider and study the potential for vehicle access between Everett Station and the Riverfront redevelopment area. When and if the City of Everett property east of the railroad tracks is redeveloped,provide access east/west through the site for pedestrians and vehicles from the new pedestrian railroad overpass by Everett Station to the hotel on the east. This should be done at approximately 32nd Street and 33rd Street. Enhance pedestrian and bicycle connections to/from the area to other planned trails and the Everett Event Center and Everett Downtown. 5