Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 02/11/2016

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Some additional comments and suggestions were: • Allow for pontoon use of the boat launch; • Post a sign to advise boaters of shallow waters or low water conditions; • Restrict launch use to non -motorized boats because of shallow waters; • No buildings near residential areas; • Excited for the trails and connectivity between Ramsey and Anoka through the Mississippi River Trail. Comments specific to the boat launch will be addressed and incorporated into the design phase of that project. Refer to Appendix for the public notices. XI. PUBLIC AWARENESS Public awareness is an important component to regional park and trail systems. As development occurs, the County will provide public education efforts through the Metropolitan Council's regional -wide awareness program, as well as, public information maps, websites, publications and brochures provided by Anoka County Parks and Recreation Department. Since the park is located in the Mississippi National River Recreation Area, Anoka County will also work with National Park Service staff to provide information regarding the park. XII. ACCESSIBILITY Anoka County continually strives to provide equal access to all residents of Anoka County. Park and trail use is open to any and all citizens. There is a nominal $5.00 vehicle entrance fee to help offset maintenance and operations costs, but if visitors use public transportation, walk or bicycle to the park, entry is free, which minimizes economic barriers for park visitors. In addition, to public transportation, the Anoka County "Traveler" provides transportation services to the citizens of Anoka County for a minimal fee. This service offers rides to specific locations and is available to those in need. The facilities and amenities within the park, as well as, access points will conform to the standards mandated by the Americans with Disabilities Act. XIII. NATURAL RESOURCES Anoka County has maintained a strong commitment to preserving and restoring natural resources within its parks and open space system. The expansive 10,500 acre park system contains a diverse system of wildlife species and natural areas including upland forests, deciduous woodlands, upland prairies, forested wetlands, shrub wetlands and open wetlands. To manage the natural resources and maintain the parks identity and natural connection to the river, Anoka County will provide for: Page 20 of 22