2018/08/08 Council Agenda Packet

undertaken these initiatives with the understanding that the City is committed to addressing public safety challenges in downtown Everett as evidenced by the restrictions that have been placed on new clinics in the Central Business District. If those regulations are rolled back or eliminated as part of the Metro Plan, it would adversely affect our decision to move forward with any future apartment development. With respect to the Opus Bank Building,the changes and investments we are making are completely aligned with the City's vision and goals for downtown Everett. We are excited to unveil a new facade, upgraded interiors and amenity spaces,as well as ADA accessible features such as a new elevator, bathrooms, and electronic door openers. While these changes will help attract new businesses to Everett's urban core,we believe the potential siting of a new drug treatment clinic at 2808 Hoyt Avenue will undermine our efforts due to its close proximity to the Everpark Garage and the Opus Bank Building itself. We ask that you support our redevelopment efforts by upholding the restriction on new clinics at this location. Lastly, keep in mind that a revitalized downtown is critical to funding services for addiction, mental health, and homelessness. Creating a vibrant urban core with successful housing, retail, and business activity is an important part of expanding the tax base to pay for essential community services over the long-term. By acting to relieve the intense concentration of social services in Metro Everett through restrictions on new clinics in the Urban Mixed zone,the City will help create the conditions needed to attract new business and investment. Sincerely A#1 di Tr Cr 3• otdal President, Multi-Family& Retail Properties CC: Mayor Cassie Franklin Dan Eernissee, Economic Development Director Allan Giffen, Planning Director L.` PAGE 2 ®M