Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 01/11/2018

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Circle of Ramsey Linking People and Landscape Through Greenways Extension 2 Extension 2: Sports Haven Subdivision This site extension is located along the Trott Brook River and the proposed route is through the Sports Haven Subdivision outlots. Since this area is designated as a wetland area, it is not suited for development. Homeowners whose lots abut Trott Brook would benefit from this extension because it would provide them access to the greenway trail system and connection to destinations throughout Ramsey. Existing: No Access to Trott Brook Currently, there is no existing bike trail that connects Armstrong Blvd to Variolite Street. Residents that live in the subdivision that border the Trott Brook do not have access to the scenic creek. The Trott Brook River is home to many wild animals. The implementation of green infrastructure would allow animals to continue to move while allowing people to travel from Armstrong Blvd to Variolite St. Lots in the Trott Brook Subdivision (outlined above) will have to approve this extension since it will cross into their property. However, there are no existing structures in the proposed path. Since this area is wetland, the only appropriate infrastructure would be green infrastructure. This connection would allow residents from this subdivision and neighboring residents access to the rest of the greenway system. Proposed: Greenway Boardwalk This extension has the ability to increase property values within the Sports Havel Subdivision and provide those residents with the ability to access the greenway system. The boardwalk would allow for the preservation of the wetland area while simultaneously providing access to natural areas. Steps to Implementation Step 1: The twelve property owners (see above map) will have to agree to the proposed boardwalk plan. Step 2: Property owners would have to approve an easement or dedicate a portion of their property to the City for the boardwalk. Step 3: The construction of the boardwalk will be an expensive prdect but the benefits will be seen immediately after installation and for years to come. These landowners will benefit greatly from this installation in the form of increased property value, access to the greenway Vail for recreation, and the abilityto have a close connection to the wildlife in their backyardaswell as access to the rest of the community. ItBoardwalk benefits: The installation of a boardwalk across Trott Brook River would lead to the connection of a community, the preservation of natural landscape, an increase in property values located near the boardwalk, as well as bringing Ramsey residents closer to the natural environment. In the next poster, we will explore added benefits that a separated bike lane provides the Ramsey community. PA5211: Land Use Planning / Instructor: Fernando Burga PhD. / Students: Alena DeGrado, Samantha Neill, Jake Schutt IlealknrComaxass un�neamn. umkEw„