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Employee SpofIight the parks division of public works. This includes the <br /> City of Ramsey-Public Works Department maintenance of approximately 565 acres of park and <br /> Parks Division trail corridors,with much of it still in its natural state. <br /> Services performed also include landscaping,mow- <br /> ing,planting, athletic field maintenance, construction <br /> _ of new parks,and enhancement and restoration of <br /> '41; natural resources. More than 20,000 staff hours are <br /> - invested in the park and trail system maintenance <br /> . r1 <br /> each year,with 10,000 of these hours contributed by <br /> seasonal employees in the summer months. Park's <br /> staff also participate in all manner of other public <br /> works functions,including snow plowing and winter <br /> ice rink maintenance. <br /> _= City Staff takes pride in and accepts the challenge <br /> of maintaining the park and trail system that is so well <br /> appreciated by residents. Hundreds of Ramsey fami- <br /> liesparticipate weekly in programming offered by the <br /> Back Row Full Time Employees: Mark Riverblood, Mike Anoka Ramsey Athletic Association,and in any given <br /> Berge,Terry Byron,Evan Johnson,Todd Nelson,Mike Nielsen <br /> Middle Row-Seasonal Employees: Jake Vanness,Ethan Scheur- Weekend tournament,literally thousands of people <br /> ing,Tim Barrett,Taylor Moshier,Jake Marks may recreate in one of the City's community parks. <br /> Front Row - Seasonal Employees: Nate Greenwald, Karlee Runners,bikers and dog walkers enjoy over 50 miles <br /> Money,Bradley Beaver,Taylor Bushinski,(not pictured)Gunnar of Ramsey's trails and sidewalks,and the off-leash area <br /> Ledin at Alpine Park is regularly the site of dozens of canine <br /> The City of Ramsey is approximately 29 square friends with their human companions. In addition to <br /> miles in area and is fortunate to be known for its active use of the parks,leisurely pursuits are popu- <br /> natural resources. More than half of the City borders lar too,like fishing at Rivers Bend,or attending the <br /> the Wild and Scenic Rum and Mississippi River's, summer concerts at The Draw on Thursday evenings. <br /> and over 15 percent of the community is protected Parks are also often the preferred location for family <br /> wetlands. gatherings,graduations,and increasingly,weddings <br /> Establishing parks and creating quality recre- and special events. Most park facilities are available <br /> ational and open space opportunities remains a high for you to rent or reserve simply by phoning City <br /> priority for the City. Planning,development,and Hall at 763-433-9820 or contacting staff through the <br /> maintenance of the City's public land is entrusted to website at www.cityoframsey.com. <br /> °PE" <br /> till we <br /> -. '° <br /> AUTO SALES <br /> S_;OnThe Go <br /> & SERVICE <br /> Newly remodeled and 1 . <br /> conveniently located right -' - 7751 Hwy. 10 • Ramsey, MN 55303 <br /> next to Coborn's in Ramsey. Shop: 763-422-0400 <br /> Auto Sales:763-422-1100• Hours:M-F:8:30am-6pm <br /> 7900 Sunwood Drive L I Q U O R --------------------------------------------------- <br /> Employee Owned <br /> NW, Ramsey, MN <br /> IVisitnewly remodeled 10% OFF ALL SERVICE <br /> Coborn's Liquor.We've added <br /> hundreds of new bar,wine& Not valid with an other offers - September 1, 2016 <br /> (763) 576-6821 spirit varieties. y <br /> Ramsey Resident • July/August 2016 5 <br />