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v <br />ru <br />uuuuu10111111(imu,": <br />a Ir °r Syste urns III aIlf"m <br />Strategc Action F 1a- lad;'d 1 o Na�'1,:s <br />• Increase economic growth and development: Recruit new industry and market -ready major retail <br />businesses to Ramsey <br />o Improved parks and recreation opportunities build community identity and involvement, which <br />can make it more appealing to potential businesses <br />• Leverage outside funding sources: Optimize use of non -city funding through joint projects, grants, and <br />partnerships <br />o Some third party organizations put their resources into offerings and do not require partner to <br />have inputs. This allows for expanded opportunities with little financial investment. Professional <br />organizations may offer grant funding. Recreation programs can also increase public and private <br />partnerships that expand programming. <br />• Improve and maintain the safety of the community: Reduce illegal drug activity in the community <br />o Recreation programs/facilities provide safe environments. By offering recreation opportunities <br />relevant to the demographics, they are much more likely to take advantage of sponsored <br />programs. Teen centers serve as a safe and productive space for out of school time activities. <br />• Create a strong positive image for residential neighborhoods, business districts, and key corridors: <br />Improve the image of residential neighborhoods, business districts, and key corridors <br />o Parks are often the heart of a community or neighborhood and, if properly maintained, create a <br />strong positive image of the area. Hosting formal and informal activities and programs in parks <br />shows they are well liked and the area is safe. <br />• Enhance community engagement: Identify opportunities for community volunteer work and citizen <br />recognition <br />