Everett City Council

CITY OF EVERETT Parks and Quality of Life Council Committee Date: December 20, 2023 Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Location: Everett City Council Chambers The public is welcome to attend in person or remotely. There will be no public comment during committee meetings. To watch remotely: You may call in or listen to the meeting by dialing: 425-616-3920, Conference ID: 724 887 726# View on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/everettcity/live Agenda Items I. Guest: Downtown Everett Association II. Development Activity Annual Update: 2023 and prospects for 2024 III. Future Agenda Items Pending Items for Future Agendas: • Economic Development • Vacancy Tax; Requirements for Façade Maintenance • Comprehensive Plan Economic Development Strategy Update • Comprehensive Plan Parks, Recreation and Open Space Update • Parks Capital Improvement Projects Update • Styrofoam ban • Park Safety Recommendations The City of Everett does not discriminate on the bas is of dis ability in the admis sion or acces s to, or treatment in, its programs or activities. Reques ts for as sis tance or accommodations can be arranged by contacting the Everett City Council Office at 425.257.8703. For additional information, pleas e vis it our website at https://www.everettwa.gov/3129/American-Disabilities-Act-ADA-and-Title-. Downtown Everett Survey Results & Business Support Liz Stenning | Executive Director Parks & Quality of Life Council Committee December 20, 2023 Our Vision Everett’s downtown core is the hub of public life in Snohomish County. Its energetic streets are home to an innovative business community, engaged residents, and delighted visitors who experience economic opportunity; a unique historic context; and a vibrant dining, arts, and entertainment culture. Business Support • Database of available properties • Tours for prospective businesses • New business toolkit (coming soon) • Entrepreneur Education Series • Ribbon cuttings • Storefront grants • Events & promotions • Small business advocacy • Visitor & foot traffic data • Work closely with city staff 2023 Top Prospects Survey • Washington Main Street grant funded • Survey completed spring 2023 • Downtown Professionals Network DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS PRIORITIES DOWNTOWN ENHANCEMENT EFFORTS DOWNTOWN EVERETT 2023 TOP PROSPECTS SURVEY RESULTS PRIORITIES BUSINESS AND REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT EFFORTS  Storefront Grants • 2022 Storefront Workshops: consultant Frontdoor Back – 10 businesses funded • 2023 Grants: $3,750 to 11 business. DEA received Everett Forward Grant funds • 2024 Grants: 50/50 matching fund grants up to 5K. CM Rhyne and DEA funded. BEFORE AFTER 2023 Highlights: Business Support • Entrepreneur Education Series • Storefront Grants – 11 business; more in 2024 • New business welcome kits • Ribbon Cuttings • Coordination with events • Annual shopping guide Public Realm Improvements • New hanging baskets; flower program expansion • One more block of holiday lights • More street pole banners 2024 Goals: Business Support • Storefront grants: 2nd round fund 8-10 business • Staff position focused on business development, retention • Tours for prospective businesses • Entrepreneur Education Series: bi-monthly • Ribbon cuttings • New businesses coming Public Realm Improvements • Additional holiday lights • Pet Waste Stations