Ordinance 3666-19 - Laserfiche WebLink

The quality of open spaces is important in providing livable communities and attracting people to live in cities, away from rural lands. Open spaces are also associated with measurable public health benefits by providing people with access to nature and the amenities needed for exercise, both of which have links to stress reduction and physical wellness. _ .. - ._ -- • _ _. : .. - spaces through impacts such as introducing pollutants from . _ - --- ._ •- _: . . _ • - ._ . ,temperature reduction,reduction of stormwater runoff and absorption of particulates and other air pollutants. It is not the intent of the Open Space Map or these policies to commit the City of Everett or any other public agency to the acquisition of privately owned lands identified as open space. Additionally, publicly owned land that is shown as open space may be held for some other public use,such as undeveloped lands within public rights of way,that could become developed in the future. The Open Space Policies of the Land Use Element arc intended to enhance the sense of open space presently existing within the community and to f,�.-her theyal. _ - •: _ _ _. - .- - -•- -- verett Planning Area,while recognizing the rights of private property owners,and the need to provide for public facilities and utilities. Policy 2.65.1 The City shall continue to acquire and develop public park lands to serve the population of the Everett Planning Area,within the financial capabilities of the City, in accordance with the ParksLan.d-Recreation and Open Space(PROS)Plan. Policy 2.6.2 The City shall continue to require protection and/or enhancement of the open spaces provided by critical areas within new developments,in accordance with S _ . -- _ ::-, . -_ ' - : - the future amended. Policy 2.56.92 The City shall coordinate with the Port of Everett,school districts,Snohomish County,and neighboring cities to assure an adequate supply of open space lands to be used for active recreation purposes, passive aesthetic values,and to serve as either focal points for or buffers between land uses, neighborhoods,and communities. Policy 2.6.4 The City shall encourage the use of excess rights of way for open space and aesthetic purposes. Policy 2.65.35 The City shall maintain and enhance open space connectivity and corridors to create habitat networks for optimum habitat and biodiversity. Policy 2.6.6 The City shall continue to implement ordinances and action programs that enhance the sense of open space provided on both public and private properties. Policy 2.6.7 The City shall continue to recognize the rights of owners of private property to use their properties in accordance with applicable land use designations and development regulations. Policy 2.56.8k The City shall provide incentives for developers to incorporate public open space and recreation facilities within development proposals. Policy 2.6.9 Recognize the value of utility and other public properties as an important open space resource for the community. Policy 2.6.10 Encourage public and private partnerships to maintain and restore public and privately owned open spaces,such as the Green Everett Partnership 20 Y ar Forest Management Plan. LAND USE ELEMENT, 2019 Amendment 24 Exhibit 1 -Page 24