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“Abounding in natural beauty, Elk River is a vibrant, historic rivertown <br />that promotes an active lifestyle in an innovative and involved <br />community offering unlimited opportunities” <br />-Elk River Vision Statement <br />Elk River stated aspirationsEcology stated goals <br />History Making Project <br />•First building to use Thermal Stud in the nation <br />•Powered by nature <br />•First Co-Habitation units in the state <br />Identity <br />•Having destination locations <br />•Opportunity for destination park on the Mississippi <br />•Character all its own <br />•Proof of concept for future private and public sector <br />collaborations <br />•Commercial is the most visible, used to <br />shape views and attitudes about community <br />Innovative Development <br />Development <br />•Promote sustainable and energy efficient <br />forms of development <br />•Site plan to maximize open space and natural resources <br />•Expansion of local employment <br />•Sustainable development with an entire systems approach <br />•Recreational opportunities are vital <br />•Results in huge short term and large long term economic boost <br />elements of a complete place <br />•Private sector funds to promote the project and Elk River <br />•Accessible for all people, create <br />Community <br />Truly Community focused <br />opportunities for social connections <br />•Everyone shares the responsibility, the city <br />•Local public park to enjoy nature and promote active lifestyles <br />will seek collaborative efforts <br />•Organic rooftop gardens, co habitation and accessible housing units <br />•Safe indoor air quality and improved quality of life through shared <br />amenities and facilities <br />5 <br />