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Mr. Gladhill stated the Demographics section shows that Existing Residential is the min type of <br />land use in the City of Ramsey, and provides some background information on commercial and <br />industrial land use, as well as rural character, including parks, recreation and open space. He noted <br />this section includes a table on population demographics, with population forecasts, household <br />sizes and household growth. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated Ramsey is a relatively young community, but the “baby boom” bubble <br />continues to grow, and desired housing options are changing. Lot sizes are becoming smaller, and <br />there is a need for senior living options. He stressed the importance of keeping this in mind as the <br />housing plan is reviewed and updated. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated the Demographics data shows a wide variety of income types, housing types, <br />and a large majority of residents, over 90%, are white, non-Hispanic residents. He added minority <br />populations are starting to grow in Ramsey, and demographics will change accordingly. <br /> <br />Ms. Roering asked whether manufactured homes figure into the housing types. Mr. Gladhill stated <br />they are not included on the graph, but they can be added. He added there is one mobile home <br />park with 84 mobile homes. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated an important factor is the number of households within the urban service area <br />who have private water and septic systems. He added approximately 4,000 residents have their <br />own systems. He noted 86% of housing is owner-occupied. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated the highest category of jobs in Ramsey is in the manufacturing sector, and all <br />other industries are pretty much balanced. <br /> <br />Ms. Roering asked whether commute times are included in the Transportation Plan. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated the Census data will provide actual counts that will assist with estimating and <br />forecasting of transportation needs. Mr. Bauer stated that Census data will emphasize the rail <br />station. Mr. Gladhill agreed, adding improvements to Highway 10 will also be more important. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated it is important for the City’s economic development to make The COR a <br />priority aspect of the Comprehensive Plan. <br /> <br />Mr. Scott asked what would draw people to The COR. Ms. Roering asked what kind of amenities <br />would draw people away from their homes. Mr. Bauer stated the City has tried to get retailers in, <br />and incentives should be considered for retailers. <br /> <br />Mr. Gladhill stated City Staff wanted to highlight accomplishments in the planning process, and <br />provide a review of the achievements of the past ten years. <br /> <br /> <br />2040 Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee / November 13, 2017 <br />Page 4 of 10 <br /> <br /> <br />