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RAILROAD STREET REVITALIZATION <br />EG 4.0 aims to transform Railroad Street into a revitalized commercial center that reflects Easton's history <br />and future aspirations. Its policies direct planning work, property -owner collaboration, targeted incentives, <br />and supportive zoning to encourage small businesses, cottage industries, and recreation -related services. <br />BALANCED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT <br />EG 4.1 promotes a balanced economic strategy that supports local residents while responding to <br />recreational tourism pressures. Policies emphasize coordination with state and federal agencies, exploring a <br />day -use park or recreation hub, and discouraging commercial uses that could worsen traffic challenges, <br />especially during 1-90 closures. <br />TRANSPORTATION, UTILITIES & FACILITIES <br />EG 5.0 seeks to strengthen Easton's essential infrastructure to improve safety, mobility, and resilience. <br />Through policies that expand trail networks, clarify maintenance responsibilities, coordinate with WSDOT on <br />1-90 crossings, and pursue funding for needed facilities, such as restrooms, community spaces, and postal <br />services. <br />COMMUNITY RESILIENCE <br />EG 6.0 focuses on protecting Easton from local hazards, including wildfire, flooding, transportation risks, and <br />hazardous materials by strengthening emergency preparedness and response capacity. Policies promote <br />creating a Firewise plan, improving evacuation routes and signage, establishing a satellite emergency services <br />location, and addressing sound, safety, and environmental concerns tied to 1-90 and rail operations. <br />