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Alternative Energy <br />Ramsey recognizes the growing field of renewable energy sources and has taken steps over the past decade to <br />include provisions in the Zoning Code that govern their installation. In addition to solar energy systems (as <br />addressed above), Ramsey also permits, under certain conditions, Wind Energy Conversion Systems (WECS) <br />and Ground Source Heat Pumps. Ramsey will continue to monitor the evolution of alternative energies and, <br />where appropriate and supported by the community, will contemplate zoning amendments to avoid <br />unintentionally prohibiting their installation. <br />Greenway Planning <br />Ramsey has developed a robust system of parks and trails. Trail connectivity is a key metric of success for our <br />community. Ramsey desires to continue our tradition of prudent trail planning, connecting important <br />recreational and ecological resources. In order prioritize limited resources to accomplish this goal, Ramsey has <br />prioritized important trail connections around the `Circle of Ramsey' connecting our system of Community <br />Parks. <br />fleississippi West e nu� Perk <br />f Ramsey Greenway & Priority Trail Connections <br />CITY OF RAMSEY PARK SYSTEM PLAN <br />4 ie <br />110 <br />Water Quality <br />Chlorides (de-icing salts) are a growing concern, not only in Ramsey but across the state, due to their likely <br />impact on water quality. Ramsey is committed to exploring opportunities to reduce the quantities of de-icing <br />salts used on roadways as long as it does not negatively impact safety. Options that could be considered or <br />further investigated include an outright reduction in salt applied to roadways and parking lots, installation of <br />pervious pavement and/or pervious concrete roads, alternative road surfaces (e.g. `solar' roads that aid in <br />melting snow), etc. <br />City of Ramsey 2040 Comprehensive Plan Update <br />Natural Resources Plan <br />Page 14 of 21 <br />