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year roadway moratorium will occur, prohibiting the City from construction within the roadway prism, further delaying an economically and physically revitalized downtown. 7. Describe any feasibility or predevelopment studies that demonstrate the linkage between the proposed Distressed County Infrastructure improvements and the anticipated economic outcomes. Conceptual plans and studies have been prepared for Cie Elum's downtown corridor over the past 20 years to improve traffic flow, optimize parking, and build a pedestrian -friendly environment. The latter has always been a focal point to enhance Cie Elum's tourism experience. The plans also addressed the need for improvements to stormwater facilities throughout the City. Past plans and studies continually lost momentum as the City's limited budget restricted possibilities for advancing forward without financial assistance. With procurement of grants/loans in excess of $3.2 million in 2.5 years, Cie Elum residents and business owners have acknowledged the reality of the downtown revitalization truly coming to fruition. The rigorous planning process discussed in question 7 included feasibility analysis of design alternatives, followed by adoption of the preferred alternative by City Council. Though the planning process did not include a market study and potential economic outcomes following completion of the revitalization, comparisons were made to many of the eastern Washington neighboring communities implementing main street revitalizations, with overwhelming positive results. Eastern Washington examples of economic revitalization resulting from revitalized Main Streets/downtowns include Grandview, Sunnyside, and Yakima, Washington. The consultant team contracted by the City (HLA and HBB) led these three efforts, including the award-winning Grandview "Alive" Downtown Revitalization where over twenty store fronts were vacant prior to the project, and today, there are no downtown vacancies in the thriving community. 8. Indicate if other needed infrastructure (e.g., sewer, water, power) is in place or if there is a plan for getting it in place. The First Street Downtown Revitalization project as a whole was strategically planned to address underground facilities during or prior to sidewalk and street improvement project phases. Phase Two — First Street Stormwater Improvements is funded and will be completed as part of the First Street Stormwater and Billings Avenue to Oakes Avenue Improvements. Undergrounding of power and other dry utilities will also be included in the stormwater project to isolate trench excavation needs to one instance. The City's sewer and water systems are already in place and will not require any modifications. As previously mentioned, the proposed stormwater improvements along the entire corridor must be installed before WSDOT completes the First Street (SR 903) Paver project, scheduled for the Spring of 2022. 9. Indicate the Estimated Number of Businesses Creat Retained the Project. 5 Assumptions/Justifications/Methodology/Calculations The City, many community members, and various organizations have realized the importance of tourism in Cie Elum and the positive affect it has on the current and future businesses. Constructing a safe and efficient stormwater system in harmony with the street and sidewalk infrastructure systems is one of the first steps in creating a flourishing downtown. Enhancing sidewalks and reducing street widths will transition First Street from an auto -centric thoroughfare to a more balanced, safe, and inviting downtown, encouraging tourists to park, walk, and shop. Currently, five businesses per year have complained to the City regarding poor stormwater facilities and drainage issues. Appropriate infrastructure will not only retain several businesses but attract new ones. Completing this project will show good faith and resolve the source of those business complaints. 11