Ordinance 3454-15 with Exhibits A- C

EVERETT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 9. Include information on historic resources, sites and attractions in promotional materials for the city. 10. Work with the Tulalip Tribes on opportunities to interpret and commemorate our shared history and historic resources. C. Districts and Neighborhoods Goal 8.3.1 Enhance the physical character and distinctive qualities of individual districts throughout the city, including residential neighborhoods. Goal 8.3.2 Focus on placemaking as an integral and essential part of economic and community development activities in the Metropolitan Center and arterial corridors planned for higher densities. Placemaking is a process to create great public spaces that promote people's health, happiness, and well-being. It can improve the gathering places in a community -- streets, sidewalks, parks, buildings -- so they invite greater interaction between people and foster more social and economically viable communities. Placemaking creates places where people feel a strong stake in their community and a commitment to making the community better. Objective 8.3.1 To upgrade the visual appearance of commercial and industrial districts that are significant for the city as a whole, such as the waterfront, the downtown, Evergreen Way, Broadway, Everett Station Area and the Everett Mall area. Objective 8.3.2 To create better pedestrian, bicycle, and transit linkages between commercial centers and nearby residential areas. Objective 8.3.3 To promote infill development in older, established areas of the city that will continue to maintain the character of these areas. Objective 8.3.4 To promote infill development in newer areas of the city that incorporates more traditional forms of building and site design. Objective 8.3.5 To encourage the redevelopment of selected commercial corridors in such a manner as to incorporate a mix of uses within a concentrated and compact setting, support pedestrian activity and transit, and exhibit a distinctive design character. Objective 8.3.6 To preserve and encourage small scale, mixed-use centers in certain locations to serve as the focus for neighborhoods; offer opportunities for locally owned shops and services; and provide for the daily needs of nearby residents. Objective 8.3.7 To cooperate with neighborhood groups to determine improvements and programs that would enhance their livability. The City shall: Policy 8.3.1 Direct a portion of the city's capital and operating revenues toward strengthening, preserving, and enhancing neighborhoods. URBAN DESIGN AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION ELEMENT 10