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COMPREHENSIVE PLAN UPDATE CITY OF RAMSEY Project Comprehensive Plan 2006 Location/Client AU s �, , 1 Chisago City, MN r't 4tt3 Date June 2005 —August 2006 a ;_ Project Descriptions ` ` The Chisago City Comprehensive Plan was prepared to address ' `'=' extensive growth and development pressure occurring in Chisago City. In response to such pressure the community decided to update their ComprehensivePplan to ensure that development in the community was ' desirable and sustainable. Some of the most significant issues in the community included thedegradation of natural resource,affordable housing, = ` s and the diminishing small town feel. As a community with extensive natural resources and lakes, it was integral to the planning process to develop a protection and integration plan that would focus on conservation design. Chisago City applied for, and received, grant money from the Greater _ Minnesota Housing Fund to develop a Comprehensive Plan that would focus on conservation design, affordability and long-term sustainability. The Project Team consisted of GMHF, DSU/Bonestroo, Applied Ecological Services (AES) and the City. The Project Team worked diligently for approximately a year with the community to develop a plan that was environmentally conscientious, focused on natural resource preservation, sustainability, and housing choices. Ultimately the plan was adopted by the City Council in August of 2006. Ms. Haskamp facilitated the process,prepared thefinal document and ultimately worked with the community on implementation steps priorto leaving the firm. Cost and Scope Approximately $100,000 - Preparation of Comprehensive Plan, management of sub-consultants as well as overall process and project team. —' Specific Services Project work was performed by Ms. Haskamp while at a previous employer, DSU/Bonestroo alk z — v LL 0 Q LANDFORM