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Boonestoo's 2008 Comp Plan Corrections and updating B. The Parks and Recreation Plan In addition to the inventory, the Ramsey Park system is also divided into 17 Recreation Districts. These districts are delineated by major roadways or other barriers and provide a means for more effective planning in determining future park needs at the larger neighborhood level. A broad overview of the existing park system in Ramsey reveals a number of small underutilized neighborhood parks scattered throughout rural areas of the community that have developed at very low densities. This low- density development (or large lot develop does not support high use of a neighborhood park system and th ; lead to scale common ark, which woul��roviy�. k and inefficiencies. A larger sca community P recreation opportunities not available within private yard la e lots, ould prove a more effective and efficient use of a park and recreata system to serve the rural areas of Ramsey. It is this opportunity, as wet • the ne® f s r additional y spaces for the growing youth athletic program that call foa 4 Co unity Park in the north central part of the city. The remain #s aj or erg •has ' in the rural area of Ramsey should be in providing trail conri do to ge eople to larger park facilities such as Central Park, Elmcrest and R ; Q ntral Regional Park as well as in preserving open space corrido "� h more rural land use This same focus does not apply to the mo °:� rba • eas of the city. Higher density development demands more pa - .b are 'ye walking distances and provide a greater variety of activities. oul •;; wise to start planning for the provisions of neighborhood parks in fu .an art as well as looking to fill gaps in existing urban developed areas Al _o a ' ff� patterns become denser within the urban areas, more neighbo exist increasing the need for more neighborhood p • a acilit � Tr it development is a significant element of future park plannin . a s oconnect residents, and place to work, shop and recreate. T ` ore, t e City should continue installing paved trails or sidewalks along all & Alec tree ncurrent with their construction. In ark and recreation needs to serve future and existing Ramsey ents, t glowing, generalized park type definitions will be used: Pa k Type Definitions: Mini - Parks: These are very small parks, often less than 1 acre in size, and are used to address limited or isolated recreational needs. These parks typically serve residents less than 'A mile from the site. Neighborhood Parks: Neighborhood parks are usually centrally located within neighborhoods and are designed primarily for use by neighborhood residents within easy walking and biking distances. The Neighborhood Park should be a positive focal point of pride for the neighborhood. They are intended for both passive and active activities with facilities such as play equipment, court games, and picnicking. They are generally not intended to accommodate organized athletic activities. Neighborhood parks should be a minimum of 5 acres. These parks typically serve residents 'A to