Agenda - Council Work Session - 02/19/2013 - Strategic Planning

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Ramsey Final Report Grant No. 05 -1237 City of Ramsey ENVIRONMENT Philosophy /Principles Preservation /protection • Our city will have the preservation of the environment as a foundational value for the community, its residents and future developments. SIMILAR TO: • Ramsey should preserve and protect the unique natural resources it has. • Preservation of natural resources should be a priority as the city works toward responsible development • Our environmental resources are preserved and enhanced by an ongoing process that involves all the stakeholders. • Ramsey will be a leader in the preservation of the natural resources within the city and its surrounding communities. • Maintain and preserve green space and environment is critical to the growth of Ramsey. Property Rights • Restrictions of property rights shall be compensated. Strategies /Process (How do we carry out principles ?) Policy • Environmental policy must be made through sound peer- reviewed science. • Public access to the variety of natural resources should be established whenever new development is considered and maintained where it already exists. • Ramsey should require all developments to preserve at least 20% for open space. • Develop existing parks and areas for greater community use. • Environmental efforts should be methodical and deliberate. Don't rush to solve the latest problems overnight. Always seek win -win and respect the need for both environmental sustainability and emotional sustainability. Compensation • Just compensation to preserve wetlands. SIMILAR TO: • Compensate property owners for wetland and open space. Education • "This city should be well educated and want every environmental effort that is made by the local government." SIMILAR TO: • Educate public on environment.