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Draft-January 2003 Park Master Plan • Development seeks to incorporate and blend the built environment with the natural environment. • Rural, undeveloped areas are part of the Elk River environment. • As Energy City, Elk River seeks to promote sustainable and energy efficient forms of development. Make Elk River a complete place. • Community and economic development policies will seek to attract employment opportunities and goods and services needed by the community. • The expansion of local employment creates more opportunities for people to live and work in Elk River. • Planning and decision-making must recognize that the population of Elk River is not a single commodity. Differences in age, economic status and ethnicity must be considered in planning for future development, facilities and services. • Recreational and cultural opportunities are important elements of a complete place. • A quality education system attracts and keeps people in Elk River. Work to achieve the vision. • Everyone shares responsibility for achieving the vision. It is not the sole responsibility of city government. • The City will seek collaborative efforts with other partners with who have shared interests to achieve this vision. Park System Mission In order to guide park system development,the City has adopted the following mission statement for the Park System: The Park System will seruea wide spectrum of citizens byprovidinga variety of facilities that preserve unique properties where possible and that are well connected by trails and otherpedestrian connections to neighborhoods and places of work and commerce. Goals and Objectives Measurable goals and objectives will guide the City in the development, maintenance, and operation of the Park System. Residents will be able to evaluate the progress of the City in the implementation of the Master Park System Plan by reviewing the following goals and objectives: Building the Future 2 The Comprehensive Plan for Elk River