2017/07/05 Council Agenda Packet

1 Parks and the Environment Aspirational Goals Recommendations Prioritize a more equitable distribution In 2037 Everett has increased the number of parks within the city.These parks are evenly distributed,with all of park space. neighborhoods benefiting.Most of Everett's residents It is no secret that some areas of Everett are more endowed with have a park or playground within a 10-minute walk from parklands than other areas of the city.The committee wants this their home.Everett's parks are clean and safe.All users inequity to be changed.Areas of south Everett,along with other feel welcome and enjoy the parks without fear.The neighborhoods and commercial districts such as the Broadway park system has grown and evolved in tandem with new Corridor,do not enjoy the same access to peaceful green space, population growth,ensuring that inviting green spaces nor are recreational opportunities available on an equal basis and recreational opportunities are both adequate to citywide.The committee recommends that city officials prioritize meet residents'needs and are available to everyone. those areas of the city that are currently underserved.This should Everett has continued to expand its environmental be reconciled with the recent parks master plan(PROS)which programs.Rain gardens are a common sight throughout is focused on repairs and restoration.PROS should be updated the city as are electric vehicle charging stations.Public to highlight areas of need and potential opportunities in south recycling is available citywide,and city officials continue Everett and other communities.This planning should be followed to explore new and myriad opportunities for increased by the acquisition of new park properties as well as upgrades to environmental protection.Changes in infrastructure existing facilities. to accommodate driverless electric cars are becoming Five-year Success Measure:By 2023,it is evident that the city has increasingly common. made extensive strides to expand and upgrade park properties in historically-underserved areas of Everett. Expand park space, trails, waterfront access and recreational uses. The committee recommends that city officials continue to explore new and creative ways to expand parks and recreation.Strategies f 'I' and suggestions include: I • ' i i i PARK LANDS could be acquired in a wide variety of sizes;even �, f I I • ' • I! small pocket parks can make a difference to the quality of life iILL_ I , in an urban environment.For example,the currently-planned $4 1:- ,4� i2 ✓ J bus bulb project on the Broadway Corridor could include i , A le i' 1 more greenery to soften the concrete.These types of design M•. improvements will aid in promoting a new image of Everett to } both residents and visitors. ,441� GOLF COURSES:The committee recommends evaluating whether 1 • Everett can sustain two municipal golf courses.If it can't,one of • h ""VOW."'" the courses should be redeveloped for other recreational uses. ji , . 4,4 " `'.''r. .• f: a TRAIL SYSTEMS could be expanded to offer a more comprehensive N` :viiiii1/4r - e...':__.. network of local trails that are readily linked to regional trails. e`;-. `;'•• ^ • , RECREATION FACILITIES for activities such as skateboarding and * ! i . � "`^ rollerblading could be expanded. - L ___,,i " '� ' �,: , _ ' RIVERFRONT&WATERFRONT:More readily-available access points to �` a " +* both the riverfront and waterfront could be created. 0.ld `--s- + t - �k;' A'ii, a. ' e PARTNERSHIPS between the city and other entities could be J encouraged and expanded,such as Port of Everett's association - with the Jetty Island Days program. , TOP:The three multipurpose fields at Kasch Park in south Everett are well used.BOTTOM:Senator Henry M.Jackson Park in north Everett features a community garden. 26 27