8.0. PRSR 09-10-1997 - Laserfiche WebLink

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PLANNING REGION 4 Planning Region 4 is primarily the City of Elk River which represents the largest eicipal land area in Sherburne County as well as the largest population. The city has an extensive park and trail system that is run independently of the county and is provided and paid for by citizens within its boundaries. However, there are areas within the region where the county could look into collaborative efforts for preservation and -recreational use because of possible benefits to the whole county. Natural Resources Planning Region 4 is a transition area combining the Mississippi River Terraces, Anoka Sandplain and the St. Croix Moraine Complex - the major land forms of the county. Because of this, there are several areas of geologic interest as well as variations in topography within the region. In addition, there are areas that have significant native vegetation communities that are preserved. Areas such as the St. Louis Gun Club property and the native tamarack swamp in the same area are examples of natural communities that should be preserved for future generations. Historical Sites As the county has worked on the preservation of the Oliver Kelley Farm, the county should also have a significant part in the preservation of historical sites within Planning ,pion 4. The Houlton Sawmill site and Dakota-Ojibwa battle site are significant historical sites in the county that should have a high priority within a park system plan. Cooperation Elk River has several existing trails and a trail plan that is to be implemented over time. Trail planning for Sherbume County should be coordinated with the city of Elk River when and where necessary. The County should work with the City of Elk River and other interested agencies in the preservation of natural areas described above. SHERBURNE COUNTY PARKS, TRAILS & OPEN SPACE PLAN 17