Parks & Trails - Ramsey County 2040

Key themes

• Implement the 2018 Parks System Plan and conduct master plans for individual parks.
• Focus will be on redevelopment of parks rather than new, large parks.
• Increase access to parks by foot, mobility device, bicycle and public transit.
• Develop and implement countywide Solar Energy Plan.
• Expand and extend the regional trail network.
• Manage the diversity and quantity of our natural resources to support key wildlife habitat.
• Continue to measure park system metrics and compare benchmarks to similar-sized systems.
• Create a system-wide network of volunteers.
• Park programming and facilities will adapt to remain relevant to increasingly diverse population.
• Continue to evaluate arena and golf systems.
• Create a non-profit foundation to support mission of parks system.
• Prioritize multimodal transportation and support active living, including bicycling and walking.

• Read the full parks and trails section (PDF)