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-202- <br />Housing <br />Goal No. 5: Make progress towards attaining life cycle housing goals identified in <br />comprehensive plan. <br />City of Ramsey <br />Council /Staff Retreat <br />February 1, 2, 2008 <br />Capitalize where we can on passive opportunities (walking trails, bird watching, <br />etc.). <br />Create a plan for life -cycle recreation. <br />Provide an element of "walkability" in Town Center development (Park system) <br />Housing Focus for 2008- 2009: <br />• Start at a higher end 'green' development <br />• Consider less multifamily /townhomes construction <br />• Focus on all aspects of housing, short and long -term, rather than just trendy <br />styles. <br />• Redevelopment plan <br />2008 Short Term Goal: <br />Renew The Faith Of Our Citizens. <br />Suggested Strategies *: <br />1) Re- engage the public on big changes to the master development plan <br />(incorporate OST and Ramsey Town Center Task Force in the public <br />participation). <br />2) Encourage community involvement - engage residents <br />3) Invest in physical image - entries & corridors <br />4) Have open, honest communication <br />5) Conduct more neighborhood informational meetings. <br />6) Reinvigorate OST. <br />7) Send clear, consistent messages from staff and council. <br />8) Allow healthy debate. <br />9) Share the facts, background more readily. <br />10) Encourage referendums at presidential elections on key issues to increase <br />participation. <br />*Most of these suggestions were proffered in the discussion regarding "overcoming obstacles ". <br />