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Ramsey Final Report <br />Grant No. 05 -1237 <br />City of Ramsey <br />PUBLIC VISIONING /INVOLVEMENT <br />Philosophy /Principles <br />Involvement /Communication <br />• Strive to increase public involvement. Embrace — don't fear it. <br />• All city decisions should actively involve those affected through the use of ? <br />• Our public input forums will maintain the rural character on which the city was founded. <br />• Communicate with residents — give the residents a voice. <br />• We respect all views and opinions and strive for a process where everyone can be heard (adopt <br />Open Space Technology) <br />Other <br />• Be a destination. <br />• The city should work toward unifying its residents - businesses - neighborhoods - school districts <br />and social classes <br />Strategies /Process (How do we carry out principles ?) <br />• Regular forums should be provided that facilitate a cooperative interaction between staff, <br />commissions, residents, and council. SIMILAR TO: <br />• The city should hold periodic Open Space meetings to assess the vision and relevance of the <br />Comprehensive Plan. <br />• Always seek to provide education before weighing input from residents. <br />• Use technology along with multiple forums to collect opinions while also informing residents. <br />Visioning <br />• Need a better way to make visioning of city. <br />• Develop a plan looking ahead. <br />Other <br />• Create neighborhoods where people can live, work and play within walking distance. <br />