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RAMSEY COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT SYSTEM PLAN <br /> The Commission discussed the format (i.e. development maps, natural resource maps, <br /> narrative sections, etc.), public review processes and potential facility additions that should be <br /> incorporated into the updated system plan. As background, Mr. Mack distributed excerpts from <br /> the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources — 2004 Outdoor Recreation Facility Adequacy <br /> Survey that ranks the facilities needed now by region of the state. These rankings were <br /> compiled from surveys completed by facility managers. It was noted that this information is not <br /> based on a general citizen survey. Mr. Huntrods requested that staff supply the Commission <br /> with information on needs identified through user surveys compiled by other organizations in the <br /> metropolitan area. <br /> Commission members felt that the sections in the current system plan provide appropriate <br /> information; however, the natural resource management sections should be expanded for the <br /> regional parks and larger county parks to reflect proposed vegetation and reference to other <br /> natural resource management activities. In addition, a section will be added to the introduction <br /> that discusses partnerships with other agencies, such as the Metropolitan Council, Watershed <br /> District, etc. It was suggested that the maps identify trail connections that extend beyond the <br /> boundaries of the particular park unit. Commission members were asked to provide input on <br /> additional facilities that should be considered for incorporation into the system plan. <br /> DIRECTOR'S REPORT <br /> *The Friends of St. Paul and Ramsey County Parks and Trails will be celebrating their 20tn <br /> anniversary this year. The annual meeting is scheduled for June 23 at the Como Park Streetcar <br /> Station. All members of the Parks and Recreation Commission are invited. <br /> The contract has been awarded for redevelopment of Lake Josephine County Park. <br /> Construction is scheduled to begin in early July. <br /> The nature hikes conducted at the Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant have been well received. <br /> To date, 175 people have participated in hikes scheduled on three days. <br /> REPORTS FROM CHAIR AND OTHER COMMISSION MEMBERS <br /> Chair Hanson requested that the itinerary for a summer parks tour be included on next month's <br /> agenda of the Parks and Recreation Commission. <br /> Chair Hanson also reported that she expects to be moving out of the county and will have to <br /> submit her resignation from the Commission. <br /> ADJOURNMENT <br /> Upon appropriate motion, the meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m. <br /> Greg Mack <br />