Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 01/09/2020

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Q9: Which best describes your family in Ramsey? 3.51% 3.51% 11.75% It's just me Me and my signicant other/spouse Me and my child(ren), under the age of 10 Me and my child(ren), over the age of 10 and under 18 • Me and my child(ren), over the age of 18 Me and my extended family Ramsey is the second fastest growing city in Anoka County and is increasingly becoming a place to call home for younger families. A majority (nearly 80%) of survey respondents describe their family as "me and my significant other/spouse" or "me and my child(ren), under the age of 10." This shows there could be opportunities for family -based programs or community events, such as a summer or winter kids/family fest. A great number of survey respondents, both from the recreation opportunities and general program surveys, stated they wanted youth and family activities. One response that sticks out is from a parent expressing interest in "a recreational center (YMCA) as [they] currently drive to the Y in Elk River or Andover. [They] live in Ramsey, but unfortunately have to support businesses and programs in the other cities because Ramsey is so lacking in family/child oriented programs and facilities." Age groups often classify programs, as program categories can be standard throughout the lifespan. Preschool is typically ages 1-5 years, youth ages 5-12 years, and teen ages 12-18 years. Most recreation agencies seem to focus on preschool and youth programs, although teen programs may be offered if they have a teen center. According to 2015 data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 29.95% of Ramsey's population is under the age of 20. This is a large group that could benefit from recreation programming, as the primary recreation activities for youth in the area are private sports associations or school activities. Population by Age 2.4% 0.7% 1-9 10-19 20-29 30-39 • 40-49 50-59 • 60-69 • 70-79 • 80+