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Proposed trails <br /> As previously stated, most trails currently planned for Everett are still conceptual. This trail plan <br /> seeks to assure implementation of the existing plans by consolidating previous planning efforts <br /> into one comprehensive plan. This plan further recommends the addition of linear parks as open <br /> space elements, and new linkages not anticipated in previous planning efforts such as the City's <br /> primary multi-modal center. Trail corridors which incorporate vegetation would be considered <br /> linear parks. These linear parks would be created by coordinating trail development with the <br /> urban street tree program. More right-of-way is needed to effectively accommodate both uses; <br /> however, gracious tree-lined trail corridors would have tremendous amenity value for the <br /> growing city. The need to provide safe linkages between new schools, parks, residential <br /> neighborhoods, and other amenities unique to this subarea should be consistently addressed as <br /> they are developed. <br /> Pedestrian trails <br /> * Promote low tide access to the Port Gardner shoreline by providing a continuous trail <br /> system beside the railroad right-of-way. <br /> * Encourage the development of the proposed Esplanade along Marine View Drive. <br /> * Implement the proposed saltwater wetland interpretive walk along the Port Gardner <br /> waterfront. <br /> Bicycle trails <br /> * Promote safe pedestrian/bicycle access to waterfront with the construction of a pedestrian <br /> overpass at the south end of Grand Avenue, linking Hewitt Avenue with the proposed <br /> Esplanade along Marine View Drive. <br /> * Connect Langus Riverfront Park to the perimeter route via a pedestrian bridge hung <br /> underneath the I-5 bridge, making the park's trail system more accessible and useful. <br /> * Coordinate street tree plantings with proposed trail routes to create linear parks within the <br /> downtown core. <br /> Canoe/river trails <br /> * Develop river canoe trailheads through the sloughs accessible through Langus Riverfront <br /> Park. <br /> * Develop series of trail access points, and canoe-accessible parks or rest areas along the <br /> Snohomish River. <br /> W:\PLANNING\TRAILS\COMP96.DOC 13 <br />