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CHAPTER 6 Figure 72. The improved Colby Avenue illustrates the pedestrian life envisioned for Retail Streets. Figure 73. Connector Streets link key downtown attractions. Figure 74. Gateway Streets, such as Everett Avenue, are highly visible and trafficked entrances into downtown. The planning concept summarized in Chapter 4 identifies key retail oriented Retail Streets, Connector Streets, and Gateway Streets (Figure 75). Section 5a describes special objectives and standards for the Retail Streets and Connector Streets (Figure 75). The special emphasis put on these informal street classifications greatly influence the individual street design recommendations and priorities described in Action L -2e. The Retail Streets are those where pedestrian -oriented businesses are expected to locate. The recommended zoning code provisions require that ground floors along Retail Streets be occupied by pedestrian -oriented non-residential uses, and the design standards direct new buildings to include "transparent" ground floor facades, weather protection, and other pedestrian amenities. Therefore, the street design recommendations in this chapter are directed toward improving pedestrian conditions. Connector Streets are so designated because they connect key districts and attractions in downtown. Downtown Everett already possesses many of the features and attractions that make a downtown successful. By improving Connector Streets, the City can make these assets more accessible and visible. Gateway Streets are those arterials by which people generally enter downtown. They tend to be highly visible and carry relatively high traffic volumes. Visual improvements, such as street trees and signage, are often the most important improvements, although some Gateway Streets—including Rucker Avenue and Broadway—also are important for pedestrian circulation. 80 MAKERS architecture and urban design 0509_rpt_draft.doc - 6/29/06