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RESOLUTION NO. 4 9 2 5 A RESOLUTION In Support of a Grant Application to the Interagen mittee or Outdoor Recreation (IAC) for Funding a Pedestrian Bridge over the Sno' : .1 ish ' ' er to Langus Riverfront Park WHEREAS, the City of Everett Parks and Recreation Comprehensive Plan (1999-2000) identified the need for a bicycle and pedestrian trail connection between Langus Riverfront Park and the East Marine View Drive area of Everett; and WHEREAS, a pedestrian-bicycle bridge across the Snohomish River in the vicinity of Interstate 5 is included in the Transportation Element of the Everett Growth Management Comprehensive Plan; and WHEREAS, Langus Park has State Interagency for Outdoor Recreation grant funding for the acquisition and development of the park; and WHEREAS, the habitat restoration and enhancement proposed in conjunction with the bicycle and pedestrian bridge project will provide the public with an opportunity to learn about salmon recovery efforts and benefits; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Everett finds that the proposed bicycle and pedestrian bridge across the Snohomish River, combined with related trail improvements on Smith Island will: 1. Implement adopted plans and policies related to park improvements and non-motorized trail facilities; and 2. Provide a direct and safe connection to Langus Riverfront Park; and 3. Allow the public to enjoy existing recreational facilities and aquatic resource lands on both Smith and Spencer Islands; and 4. Create greater continuity with existing and planned trail systems in Everett; and 5. Support previous investments that the City and County have made in recreational improvements in the vicinity; and 6. Encourage greater public contact with and understanding of the unique shoreline environmental resources in the Snohomish River delta.