City report gives options to boost south Everett economy

EVERETT — A recently released strategic plan in the works for more than a year raised potential ideas that could drive economic development efforts in south Everett.

The report, written by consultants working with city staff, said Everett should incentivize local property ownership and connect employers with residents looking for job training.

At a June 23 City Council meeting, consultants and economic development staff said there’s lots of opportunity in south Everett.

Commercial rents are lower than other areas of the city, housing is relatively affordable compared to other parts of the metro area and the neighborhood is situated near major employers like Boeing. The arrival of Sound Transit’s Link light rail brings a chance for denser, transit-oriented development, which can conserve open space, reduce infrastructure costs and promote economic development, research has shown.

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