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► In the northern part of the city, retain land for parks in neighborhoods. ► Provide parks as necessary in the Focused Area Study Area (FAST) to support new development. ► Add a neighborhood park and /or improve trail connections to Meadowvale Heights Park /Camp Cozy Park from the northwest portion of the urban service area along with development. 2. Focus resources by eliminating duplicated and underutilized park facilities with poor access. Strategies: Research park acquisition history, and where allowable, sell, vacate, or partner with neighbors to remove the following parks from the park system: ► Baldwin ► North Terrace ► Meadow ► Elk Hills Green Space ► Property south of Ridgewood (75- 432 -0101) 3. Respond to changing recreation trends. Strategies: • Meet changing recreation needs by adding key facilities such as a skate park, splash pad, and pickleball courts. • Complete needed improvements to specific parks Prioritize improvements based on replacement needs and available funding. • Provide permanent restroom facilities in all signature parks (Orono Park /Dave Anderson Athletic Complex, Lion's John Weicht Park, Woodland Trails Park, Youth Athletic Complex). 4. Continue to provide recreation opportunities that appeal across generations. Strategies: • Provide safe, accessible walking, jogging, running, and biking loops within parks and throughout the entire trail network. • Continue to provide hiking access to high quality natural areas. • Improve access to water - oriented recreation (beaches, docks, boat launches, fishing opportunities, etc.). • Incorporate fitness opportunities into parental observation areas around playgrounds. • Promote activities that can be done with friends and /or family. • Explore opportunities to provide affordable golf within the City of Elk River. Draft 11.25.14 Chapter 5: How We Get There 36