Everett Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Plan Update 2022

BERK led a multidisciplinary team to develop a Draft and Final PROS Plan for the City of Everett. It included new goals and policies, a community profile and equity evaluation by Council district, parks demand and need assessment, parks and trail strategies, system classifications and levels of service, maintenance strategies, tree canopy assessment, financial assessment, and the City’s first impact fee ordinance. BERK developed and implemented an engagement strategy and all ages virtual and in person events in English, Spanish, and Russian. Online activities included two story maps and virtual workshops and focus groups. In person activities included “Kids Day” in several parks. Postcards and a survey attracted larger responses.

Project Details

Client: City of Everett

Project dates: 2020-22

BERK Lead: Lisa Grueter, AICP