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The new program would be headquartered at Trot Brook Farm located at 17902 Saint Francis Boulevard Ramsey, Minnesota. The property currently operates as a farm with a family home. However the location has roots in equestrian events of the past having hosted Cross Country Equestrian events for many years until 2009. An event that attracted as many as 160 horses and participants annually. The property consists of approximately 137 acres and is on the edge of the Ramsey city limits with 56 of those acres located in Nowthen and 81 acres located in Ramsey. Ford Brook which eventually feeds into Trot Brook meanders through the center of the property. A home and barn constructed in 1937 are the main features of the property today and the intent is for both structures to remain in operation. Additional construction is planned for the site. 4. Structures The proposed plan will restore and expand on the equestrian heritage of the property and is designed to be built over a five-year period. Once complete, the property would be designed to support as many as 30 horses for lessons and boarding. This would be a ratio of 4.5 acres per horse. The completed plan would consist of five additional structures. Two indoor riding arenas A barn for indoor horse stalls A barn to store hay and equipment A newly constructed home for the Wills family The two riding arenas would be built from "ClearSpan" materials. This option creates natural light and warmth, reducing the need for artificial light and heat. These structures are generally 20 degrees warmer than the outside temperature in the winter months and 10 degrees cooler in the summer months. As a result, the structures require significantly less electricity and gas to maintain, are more inviting and healthier for horse and rider. The material is similar to that which is used in construction of a greenhouse. The stables and barn would have exterior finishes of steel with two tones to create visual interest. It is intended that Dale and Tammy Wills will move into the existing farm home soon after closing. After the stables and the first arena are built, they plan to begin construction on the new home. Upon completion, the existing farmhouse would be used by one of Dale and Tammy's adult children and family or a farm caretaker. The new home would access the property from Potassium Street and the existing facilities would continue to access the property from Highway 47.