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4. Funding <br /> The Parks, Trails and Open Space Plan establishes a need for approximately $ million in park and <br /> trail improvements and acquisition over the next 20 years. A long-term commitment of funding and <br /> personnel is needed to achieve the vision of this plan and the community. Partnerships with other <br /> government agencies, schools, and the private sector will help fund and build larger improvements. The <br /> following funding sources are recommended, along with continued community and political support for <br /> park and recreation. <br /> • Annual City capital improvement funds. <br /> • Federal and State grants. <br /> • Cooperative funding of State and County trails. <br /> • Partnerships with community groups and institutions. <br /> • Private sector support. <br /> • Park and trail dedication from new development. <br /> • Additional set asides of open space land at TCAAP. <br /> 5. Maior Goals and Opportunities <br /> A. Complete trail connections and expand trail use opportunities. <br /> B. Revitalize underutilized parks. <br /> C. Advocate for dedication of public lands in TCAAP, consistent with the Vento Re-use Master Plan. <br /> D. Ensure permanent access and parking for major parks with no access and parking easements. <br /> E. Enhance natural areas and opportunities for passive uses. <br /> F. Secure funding to ensure that the vision is achievable. <br /> G. Enhance partnerships with businesses, institutions and agencies. <br /> H. Increase visibility and access to parks and trails. <br /> I. Continue to evaluate and respond to changing demographic and recreation needs. <br /> Mission and Vision - <br /> Parks, Trails and Recreation Department Mission Statement - <br /> The Arden Hills Park and Recreation Department is dedicated to serving the people of Arden Hills by <br /> providing a comprehensive,well maintained system of parks,trails and open spaces and a balanced program <br /> of affordable recreation activities. <br /> Parks, Trails and Open Space Plan Vision - <br /> This plan envisions a comprehensive park,trail and open space system designed to meet current and future <br /> community needs. Resources will be put toward improving trail connections,renovating parks and acquiring <br /> open space land in a manner consistent with resident's commitment and pride in their parks, trails and open <br /> spaces. Many regional projects will be accomplished through partnerships with other units of government, <br /> business, service, education and non-profit groups and the people of Arden Hills. <br /> 5 <br />