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RELATED EXPERIENCE <br /> E01 0 <br /> LEGEND <br /> 61 <br /> Fyjtyoh ZV VOhf 96oeTbl fx brh <br /> isgrtggbN e' - <br /> -- QboofaUbjn)gbA e' d <br /> P fsFyjtyoh U4rt s e+ <br /> Pzrjof!(b9xte!bt!qpgptfe L <br /> Tvgf;ps!l jljoh"r !� <br /> (2pgptfe!np Zot!cjl f!ubjr y <br /> cpoofdjpot!.!btltl�tt 4pgpggehf <br /> �I Upgptfe!utyrppoofdjpot!. 8 <br /> bipoh!x brtsgpoLLboeNgi jn <br /> t <br /> - (h1t $ <br /> Lake Superior <br /> S <br /> E <br /> ,. f1 <br /> PA RKS A N D REC REA TO N M A STER PLA N <br /> DULUTH, MINNESOTA <br /> The City of Duluth is blessed with a wonderful and extensive parks,recreation and open space system that is a defining element <br /> of the community. Like many cities,Duluth has experienced budget issues which challenge the ability to maintain and sustain <br /> the park and recreation system. In 2009 the City hired HKGi to prepare a comprehensive master plan to guide park and recreation <br /> management and investment. <br /> Over 1,000 residents provided input into the planning process. Input opportunities included a community survey,focus group <br /> sessions,community open house meetings and web/e-mail input. The Master Plan includes a system-wide evaluation of parks <br /> and facilities and an action plan for improvements. Key recommendations of the Plan are: <br /> Improve the quality of existing parks(especially neighborhood parks), <br /> Focus on connecting the community through trails and bikeways, <br /> Have fewer,but higher quality recreation buildings, <br /> Enhance stewardship of natural resources, <br /> Expand partnerships with schools for community recreation and gathering, <br /> Increase use and recognition of volunteers and volunteer groups,and <br /> Create stable and sustainable funding sources to improve the park system. <br /> In 2011 Duluth residents approved a bond referendum dedicating approximately $2.6 million a year to park improvements, <br /> maintenance and recreation programs. The Master Plan was an important tool in getting the referendum approved and is a guide <br /> to improvements. <br /> ELK RIVER PARKS&RECREATION MASTER PLAN PROPOSAL-PAGE 17 <br />