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Count Response <br /> 1 Incorporate vision element to include the value of fostering locals mall retail and service business.Exp.Coffee, <br /> Brew Pubs,Bakery,Meat Shop,Pets hop,Garden store etc.(understanding that market drives the offering,but <br /> what can be done to support the locale ntre pre neur?) <br /> 1 The COR shall be a mixed use,high density overlay zone in which offices,businesses,shopping,and services <br /> are concentrated in area which attracts residents and visitors.It should be defined as the'downtown of <br /> Ramsey'.Existing development patterns should continue with focus on multi-level business offices orsmalI <br /> services/retail mixed use over straight apartment buildings and other low density uses that are incompatible <br /> with this vision.If Ramsey wants to compete in the area,to be anything othe r than abed room community that <br /> people merely pass by on the highway this is a necessary approach to define it as adestination.With this <br /> complete streets through the area are key.Sidewalks,and high quality furniture,fixtures and accents are <br /> necessary to maintain a positive impact on residents and visitors. <br /> 1 The mixed-use is ago od vision,but we need a vision that makes the COR something unique.We need to give <br /> people a reason to go there rather than Riverdale,Elk River or some other area. <br /> 1 The vision is fine.We sould define the mix of"High Density Housing"we desire,or will allow. <br /> 1 Vision state ment,courtesyofthe Mayor:Acommunity that preserves its roots but embraces the future!This <br /> will require several keying red ients:A)Use the highs peed Internet.It is the one eco no m is asset that <br /> differentiates us from other nearby cities.B)Go Vertical—Use the last remaining commercial land diagonally <br /> across from city hall for a vertical mall that would be connected to the ramp byabridge.The places I have in mind <br /> are ike DeWitt Seitz and Fitgers in Duluth.C)Give upon chasing name corporate franchises.We have been <br /> doing this for a decade and have only a half-hearted and still-unfulfilled McDonald's bid.Our best and most <br /> sucessfuItenants have been"hungry"local/regional businesses that are looking for new opportunities. <br /> Coborns and Acapulco chose to go with us rather than somewhere eIse.There have to be mores imilar <br /> business.This will require a lot of leg work—scouting local businesses to see which ones have a need for <br /> expansion or a move or <br /> 1 We have a great plan.One missing piece is youth,teen and young adu It activities. <br /> 3 <br />