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I <br /> rip � tiv <br /> _ ,, . <br /> 4T1; yl <br /> • <br /> , ,.... <br /> . ...„ , <br /> , ,„ <br /> _s. <br /> • , J.__ 4 <br /> ■ <br /> AA <br /> I ^:- r is <br /> l <br /> I ,llf • .- <br /> . e. <br /> w <br /> tV > * <br /> 11 <br /> Support for small businesses helps veteran-,minority- Park crews keep Everett beautiful by maintaining <br /> and women-owned businesses. sidewalk tree basins. <br /> or being laid off.The city should partner with various non-profit SOLAR TECHNOLOGY:Work with partners and stakeholders to <br /> organizations throughout Everett to expand this entrepreneurial prepare for an increase in demand for solar-related technologies. <br /> mindset. <br /> Five-Year Success Measure:By 2023,a number of technological <br /> PROFESSIONAL SERVICES:Small businesses need access to a innovations have resulted in a city that actively promotes <br /> greater number of professional service providers.The city should communication,engagement,and business support.There is a <br /> support the growth of accounting,finance,technology and clear link between technology improvements,business retention, <br /> legal services for these emerging businesses.Small businesses and civic engagement. <br /> also need entrepreneurial advice and strategy expertise.The city <br /> should work with Economic Alliance Snohomish County and other - <br /> organizations to create a stronger platform for services to small a <br /> business. <br /> tet. <br /> Five-Year Success Measure:By 2023,3,000 small businesses have ?' <br /> either located to or expanded their business within Everett. '" <br /> yY <br /> Veteran-,minority-and women-owned businesses have increased <br /> by 30%.When surveyed,these business owners indicate strong <br /> satisfaction with their location and long-term business prospects Science ) <br /> within Everett. " r <br /> t AD <br /> Develop a technology infrastructure <br /> for growth and innovation. , <br /> Washington state often serves as an early adopter of emerging <br /> technologies.Everett should,while always being mindful of the <br /> risks,proactively adopt technologies and standards from which Keeping attuned to emerging innovations will <br /> its businesses and citizens will benefit.Strategies the city should help sustain Everetts business development. <br /> consider include: <br /> INTERNET:Adoption of next-generation internet connectivity. <br /> NETWORKS:Exploration of the economic and social benefits of loT <br /> (Internet of Things)networks. <br /> OPEN DATA:Establishment of open-data policies and practices. <br /> 10 9 <br />