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s <br /> , <br /> , <br /> Overarching <br /> Vision Statement r <br /> for 2037 <br /> In 2037,Everett is a remarkable city that has something to offer for everyone <br /> who chooses to make it their home.Thanks to proactive planning and strong <br /> leadership,Everett is a vibrant urban center that honors its industrial legacy <br /> while thriving in a knowledge-based economy. <br /> Everett has enjoyed strong,sustained economic growth,and a broad range of <br /> jobs are plentiful. A highly-trained,highly-capable workforce is enthusiastic and <br /> available to fill those jobs.People want to live,work,and recreate in Everett <br /> because of its beautiful physical surroundings and sense of place,and because <br /> the city ensures that housing is attainable for all income levels,and that the <br /> city has safe streets,a strong education system,ample opportunities for civic <br /> engagement,a thriving arts and cultural scene,and entertainment for all ages <br /> and interests. <br /> The city has recognized the demographic and cultural changes that have <br /> occurred over the past two decades.Those changes have been fully embraced <br /> and all citizens feel respected and included in the city's emerging identity. . <br /> Everett celebrates the unique character of individual neighborhoods,while <br /> also providing city services and amenities in equal measure to each of those <br /> neighborhoods. <br /> The arrival of Sound Transit's light rail system has encouraged new modes of <br /> transportation and transit-oriented development,and an increased emphasis <br /> on biking and walkability has resulted in friendlier neighborhoods,a healthier <br /> population,and closer connections among residents. <br /> Everett has thoroughly anticipated population growth and increased density,and <br /> developed a wide variety of attractive housing options,mixed-use commercial <br /> and industrial real estate,green spaces and supporting infrastructure to <br /> incorporate that growth. <br /> o ' I i ti <br /> , , r. ii ril,0/ <br /> i lir li <br /> r rl I - &yk <br /> 4 ,4 'I r h 1 <br /> ' ,e ' <br /> h. <br /> 1;_ _ '�� <br /> - z a <br /> 6 <br /> 7 <br />