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[City o <br />il#k <br />RAMSEY <br />March/April 12026 <br />RESIDENT <br />The Waterfront is Making a Splash <br />Over the last several years, residents' most asked for <br />park improvement has been a splash pad. Wait no more! <br />You may have noticed a 16-acre park being developed in <br />downtown Ramsey, south of Bunker Lake Boulevard NW, <br />between Center Street NW and Zeolite Street NW. It <br />features a 71 -acre deep -water pond with a trail, outdoor <br />seating, and initial tree planting completed in 2024. Later <br />this winter, work will start on the water -play elements on <br />the park's east side. <br />The new park construction will include a 17,000 sq ft <br />decorative concrete plaza surrounded by landscaped <br />berms and natural stone seating. A cascading waterfall <br />will flow into a meandering, shallow stream, fed by 90 <br />interactive spray nozzles with various jets, sprays, and <br />fountains, including one zone with LED nighttime <br />lighting. <br />These interactive water elements will create a vibrant, <br />dynamic atmosphere during the warm months. <br />Additionally, the surrounding landscape, seating areas, <br />and architectural elements will attract visitors during the <br />evenings. This space will include three gas fire pits, ample <br />seating, and picnic areas. <br />To accommodate seasonal visitors, the project will add <br />a park building with restrooms, a family changing room, <br />and utility space. Enhancing your experience, the site will <br />also feature: <br />• Three shade pavilions with picnic tables, high -top <br />serving tables, and electrical outlets surrounding the <br />plaza. <br />• Fixed canopies over soft artificial turf, and site <br />furniture includes Adirondack chairs, backed <br />benches, chaise loungers, and picnic tables. <br />• There are three circular fire features for seasonal use, <br />along with a food truck pad for summer concessions <br />and special events. <br />The upcoming multi -million -dollar project is funded <br />entirely by the Park Trust Fund, money set aside from <br />developers —not property taxes —reflects residents' wishes <br />for their community. If all goes as planned, Ramsey's new <br />park will open in time for summer celebrations around <br />July 4, coinciding with the 250th anniversary of the <br />Declaration of Independence. Happy Birthday, America! <br />A Minute with the Mayor i1 Council Corner <br />2026 Municipal Utility Rates and Charges <br />Spring Recycling Day Event <br />2026 City of Ramsey Election Information <br />