Agenda - Parks and Recreation Commission - 08/10/2023

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development. The above is an example of the 'General Policy and Priority Discussion' the case title signals is the purpose and desired outcome of the Commissions work on the CIP this month. The following statements and questions can be anticipated to be part of the discussion for the meeting: Park, trail and facility capital improvements require a wide array of ongoing operations and maintenance costs. Staff will highlight examples of current situations that are examples (good and otherwise) where rapid community growth has influenced park and trail improvements with a corresponding impact to operations and park patron's experiences. The Commission has been thoughtful over the recent years, to plan for new park and trail improvements that represent an equitable geographic representation in the community as well as projects that are varied in terms of meeting the demand by the city's different recreational demographics. Example question: Should community parks like the proposed Waterfront park receive some planning priority over smaller projects that will serve less residents annually, and serve a narrower user base? The Park & Recreation Commission membership is quite literally a reflection of the residents it represents. Does Ramsey's park and trail sytem (today) adequately serve the needs of residents? What priorities should be considered within the next iteration of the CIP to meet the residents expections. Other thoughts on priorities and goals for the up -coming 2024-2033 Parks Capital Improvement Plan? Funding Source: The Parks 10-Year CIP document includes proposed funding sources and project cost estimates as identified on the CIP worksheets. Recommendation: Staff recommends a robust and wide-ranging discussion on the variables to be considered for refining the Parks Capital Improvement Plan in the coming months. Action: Based upon discussion and consensus, develop planning priorities for the next iteration of the Parks Capital Improvement Plan. Revised CIP 2023 Revised 2023 Parks Supplemental Attachments Form Review Inbox Reviewed By Date Bruce Westby Bruce Westby 08/04/2023 12:37 PM Brian Hagen Brian Hagen 08/04/2023 02:30 PM Form Started By: Mark Riverblood Started On: 08/04/2023 10:34 AM Final Approval Date: 08/04/2023