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• Goals and Policies Paxks and Open Spaces Plan Elements. The character and function of parks shown on the land use plan are described in greater detail in the 2007 Comprehensive Park and Recreation Plan. The mission of the City's Parks and Recreation Department is to provide quality parks and recreation programs that promote healthy and active lifestyles to benefit residents and foster a sense of community. Providing convenient access to parks and open spaces is considered part of this mission. Parks and Open Space Obiectives 1. To develop a park system to serve both neighborhood and community needs. 2. To provide a variety of recreation programs and events for all ages, abilities and economic groups in acost-effective manner that best serves the needs of the community . To promote 3. healthy and active lifestyles for residents and visitors through quality leisure programs and well-maintained parks and trails. • 4. Provide and maintain convenient access to city parks, businesses, and neighborhoods to encourage people to be mobile and active. Parks and Trails Policies 1. Upgrade and improve existing parks. 2. Offer park/recreation programs to residents that complement recreation programs available from surrounding cities and the school district, and duplicate programs only when necessary. 3. Cooperate with the University of Minnesota and the State Fairgrounds in shared use of recreation and open space lands. 4. Acquire additional park land through the City's land acquisition and park dedication program if the University of Minnesota's agricultural land ~ ~,...,~~~v~t is sold and developed for residential use. ....~ »_~_-a - --- 5. Include park accessibility in design of new and upgraded parks. 6. Provide space for community gardens. 7. Pursue opportunities to expand trail and sidewalk facilities throughout the City. FH Comp Plan 2007 Page 36 of 42 Assembled Elements, Draft 1