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Circle of Ramsey <br />Linking People and Landscape Through Greenways <br />Community Profile <br />Community Profile <br />Ramsey is facing a steady increase in growth and development pressures. Ramsey's existing and proposed community composition <br />demonstrates the need for an expanded greenway trail system. Greenways are designed to accomodate a variety of users, <br />including bicyclists, walkers, hikers, joggers, and those confined to wheelchairs. Greenways are an important key to preserving <br />Ramsey, while also accomodating an increasing population and existing residents. A look into Ramsey's existing demographics <br />can help to predict future trends and plan for a healthy community. <br />Population trends have suggested that Ramsey will see a large increase over the next 20 years. Because of the increase, the <br />installation and maintenance of recreational amenities will be important to sustain a healthy community. The predicted influx of <br />people will bring in a younger population who typically seek out diverse housing types. Ramsey's population density will have a big <br />impact on open space within the city. Tracking the changes in demographic data will be crucial for planning a community where all <br />residents have the ability to increase their health and wellness. <br />Rate of Population Growth <br />Ip� Ramsey Minnesota <br />8 <br />Proportion of 65+ Aged Citizens <br />Minnesota <br />Population Density sq/miles Proportion of People Who Did Not Experience <br />a Move in the Last Year <br />Ramsey Minnesota <br />BOD <br />BOO <br />+�P <br />700 <br />67 <br />Ramsey Minnesota <br />Vv <br />ocmental Pres, <br />y �. <br />4c .p,a•s Currently, 8% of land in Ramsey is dedicated to public open space. The City recognizes the pressure that growth will place on natural <br />resources and are moving to proactively develop plans that will balance growth and resource protection. Citizens of Ramsey have <br />supported these preservation plans because they prioritize public space and the rural character of their community. Equipping Ramsey <br />with greenway infrastructure, creates the potential to reduce air pollution by encouraging alternative modes of transportation, allowing <br />passive recreational use without the distrubance of protected areas, and preserving culturally and historically valuable areas. <br />vwi`�co <br />tnos3ic9 <br />e 4 ,, Ramsey has a high owner occupancy rate with home equity being an important form of wealth for its residents. Ramsey's high <br />workforce population necessitates commuting alternatives. Greenways provide alternative forms of transportation as well as increase <br />property values and spur new development. Currently, Ramsey has a high owner -occupancy rate as well as high home values. <br />Greenways can also act as a buffer between homes and natural environemnts which can keep Ramsey residents' home values high. <br />Greenways also have the ability to create direct revenue for a community through eco-tourism or recreational businesses. <br />Workforce participation of people 76+ <br />r <br />Ramsey <br />77.4% <br />Owner Occupancy Rate of Residents <br />250000 <br />200000 <br />150000 <br />100000 <br />50000 <br />0 <br />Median Value of Owner Occupied Homes <br />Ramsey Minnesota <br />$203,200 $186,200 <br />Benefits for all residents: Current and future residents can benefit from a complete greenway trail system. There are <br />three connections in Ramsey that are seen as a priority to connect residents to destinations around the City. First we <br />will envision a route from the Center of Ramsey to Lake Itasca. This connection will provide recreational activities and <br />act as a linkage between single family homes and the downtown. <br />PA5211: Land Use Planning / Instructor: Fernando Burga PhD. / Students: Alena DeGrado, Samantha Neill, Jake Schutt <br />