Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 04/10/2014

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City of Ramsey 2030 Comprehensive Plan Update Chapter 16: Implementation and Strategy F. Area Master Planning Master planning is a way to control the qualitative aspects of the development of an area. It is intended to provide a tool for marketing and a guide for development. It should be a joint effort by the City and other parties who may be affected. Two areas should undergo master planning the new urban residential areas north of Trott Brook and the area around the planned bridge crossing north and south of Highway 10. a) Urban Residential North of Trott Brook The area north of Trott Brook represents some of the last contiguous, large -lot areas where large, integrated developments may occur. Significant public involvement should be used to establish direction for the character of development in this area as well as how it relates to surrounding development and abundant natural features. A task force including residents, property owners, City staff and other interested parties should be established to review land use, public facilities and streetscape patterns. b) Bridge -Crossing Area The Bridge -Crossing area should follow a similar procedure as the area north of Trott Brook. This area has unique features and issues such as transportation access, relation to existing development, proximity to the river and proximity to Town Center. The City should facilitate development of a master plan for the site to develop more detailed plans for the area. The master planning approach would allow for a quality design that accommodates both the needs of any potential future developers, property owners, and the vision and direction outlined in the Comprehensive Plan. G. Public Services and Facilities The City should study the need for the expansion of City facilities to accommodate a growing population and growing service needs. These expansions studies should include police, fire, and public works facilities. City of Ramsey 2030 Comprehensive Plan Page 16-4