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• <br /> a i , <br /> •_ 1 <br /> Elk River is home to 44 parks and recreation facilities as well <br /> as over 1,000 acres of parkland.Parks are essential to the City's <br /> high quality of life,offering recreational opportunities ranging _ <br /> from baseball and soccer fields,to cross country skiing and <br /> mountain biking trails.In addition,open space and natural ` <br /> resources in the City provide residents and visitors opportu- <br /> nities for leisure activities and a chance to connect with the <br /> natural environment and add to the overall attractiveness of the <br /> community.With the Elk River,Lake Orono,and the Mississippi <br /> River at its core,the City is home to an impressive assembly of <br /> `4 <br /> assets grounded in nature,preserving and expanding access to , <br /> these amenities is key to planning for growth in Elk River.The <br /> Parks,Open Space,and Natural Resources chapter provides <br /> guidance and recommendations on how the City can balance <br /> growth and expand access to parks,open space,and natural <br /> resources for all residents across the community. <br /> P <br /> Y <br /> Elk River Comprehensive Plan Parks,Open Space&Natural Resources Plan 105 <br /> DRAFT FOR REVIEW ONLY <br />