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throughout [insert for entire parks system] and various aspects <br />of recreation programming. [statement about parks as a whole <br />for the mission]. <br />Core Values <br />The Parks and Recreation Department will reflect of the City's <br />Core values in program development, with a focus on the <br />following: <br />FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY The Department will evaluate <br />programs with cost efficiency in mind. Fiscal responsibility will <br />be achieved through careful planning to ensure services offered <br />are beneficial and relevant for our residents. We aim to strike <br />a balance between accessibility and cost recovery. The added <br />community value from parks and recreation will be carefully <br />analyzed and considered when planning for the future of parks <br />and programming. Section x will highlight the framework for <br />recreation program funding and cost analysis. <br />COOPERATION AND TEAMWORr The Department takes <br />great pride in our partners. We seek to form mutually beneficial <br />relationships with our local entities whenever possible. Healthy <br />partnerships are essential to build a strong community and <br />help us provide higher quality programs for residents, while <br />promoting the local economy. Section x will provide details <br />and examples on our partnerships. <br />EXCELLENCr n Mr iR �y <br />SFR1/ICFS The Department will study the needs of residents <br />to ensure provided services have significant benefits on both <br />the individual and community levels. We seek to be responsive <br />through constant communications and feedback from <br />residents. Framework for how these services will be provided <br />can be found in section X. <br />ADAPTABILITY AND CONTINUOUS LEARNING The <br />Department is proud to promote continuous learning for all. <br />We will be adaptable to the needs of residents and trends in <br />recreation. Services will be offered to keep regular participants <br />engaged as well as encourage new users to participate. The <br />impact of parks and recreation on continuous learning can be <br />found X. Details on integration of adaptability and continuous <br />learning can be found in section Y. <br />HISTORY OF RECREATION IN RAMSEY <br />[Hold for background of Recreation in Ramsey, tee up for <br />necessity of programs/call for need] <br />WHY PROVIDE RECREATION IN RAMSEY? <br />INTRODUCTION <br />CORE VALUES <br />Figure 7.7 Health/living <br />Figure 1.8 Urban agriculture <br />CITY OF RAMSEY PARK SYSTEM PLAN <br />Figure 1.9 Green infrastructure <br />