Resolution 4168 - Laserfiche WebLink

Loren Watson - The witness, a retired police officer, contended that the proposed facility will create security problems. He submitted that the other facilities in the City have had problems, and the proposed one will also have security problems. Terry Slatten - The witness, during his public testimony, testified that schools will be impacted. He further contended that the RFP that was originally submitted for the project called for 20 beds, while the current proposal is for 28 beds. He contended that State homes are usually no more than 20 beds. He further submitted that the proposal is a "group home", and the proposed 28 beds are too large an operation. The witness stated that there are safety factors that must be considered, and he questioned the JRA supervision. AnnMarie Allen - The witness submitted that she was not speaking on the criteria for Special Property Use Permit review but was more concerned about the placement of the Second Chance facility near the adjoining neighborhoods. She contended that the City of Everett, in the past, had removed play equipment from a neighborhood park because it was unsafe but now intends to place a "more dangerous" situation in the neighborhood. She contended that the Lowell community has worked hard, and if the Second Chance facility is placed in the community, she will not feel safe. CONCLUSIONS 1. The Applicant requested approval of a Special Property Use Permit and Building and Public Works Permits for the construction of a 28-bed juvenile care transition facility on the property located at 40th Street and Smith Avenue, Everett, Washington. The subject property is zoned C-2, Heavy Commercial/Light Industrial. 2. The proposed juvenile care transition facility requires a Special Property Use Permit. In order for the permit to be issued, the Applicant must satisfy the criteria of EMC 19.41.150.C. These criteria have been identified in finding of fact #5. 3. There is a need in the community for the proposed facility. The need includes a transitional housing facility to assist reformed juvenile offenders to re-enter society with educational and occupational opportunities and to assist the juveniles into the mainstream of society, rather than resorting to criminal activity. A benefit to the City of Everett, Snohomish County, and the State of Washington will result from this proposal. 4. The streets are adequate and can carry any additional traffic generated by the proposed facility. With improvements, as required by this Special Property Use Permit, the streets will be upgraded, and pedestrian pathways will be provided. Utilities and public services are available for the use. 26