Everett City Council Meeting: April 22, 2026

The City of Everett held a City Council meeting on April 22, 2026, where key discussions focused on local transit improvements and housing policy. Mayor Franklin highlighted ongoing efforts to consolidate transit services between Everett Transit and Community Transit to enhance frequency, service hours, and reduce wait times, aligning with the upcoming Sound Transit light rail expansion. The council also reviewed and discussed a proposed ordinance to establish a manufactured home community zoning overlay aimed at protecting residents of manufactured home parks, preserving affordable housing, and preventing displacement. The zoning proposal includes provisions for one-for-one unit replacement and restrictions on new park establishments, with a public hearing and final readings scheduled for early May. Several council members engaged in detailed questions about the financial feasibility criteria for redevelopment and the balance between housing density and community preservation. Consent agenda items were approved unanimously, and the council acknowledged ongoing community engagement and outreach efforts related to these initiatives.