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<br />II <br />"qt <br /> <br />New Brighton's parks have been transformed. While they still provide active and passive recreation <br />opportunities, several parks have become much more than places to play. They have become places for <br />gathering and neighborhood interaction, places where people of all social and economic status can find <br />activities which improve their mental, social and physical well being. The old park shelters are gone and <br />in their place are neighborhood activity centers that expand the typical role of a park system. The centers <br />provide meeting and storage space for a wide array of groups and individuals of all ages. Participation ill <br />neighborhood and community events is up, thanks to the programs and facilities provided by <br />neighborhood activity centers. <br /> <br />Quality housing is stilI a strong component of the city. Concerned homeowners and housing <br />rehabilitation programs have ensured that older homes have been well maintained. New housing of <br />various types and densities has been constructed throughout the city, increasing the range of life-cycle <br />housing options. New Brighton's apartments, townhouses and single-family homes offer housing choices <br />for residents of all ages and income levels. <br /> <br />In the past years, New Brighton has enhanced its image as an excellent place to live, work and play. All <br />age groups feel safe and welcome here, and with its wide variety of activities, services, and facilities, the <br />city has something for everyone. Residents enjoy the choices in housing and transportation, the <br />community gathering nodes and the expanded CitY Center, as well as excellent parks and schools. New <br />Brighton's commitment to a vision has made it possible to become the unique, desirable place it is today. <br /> <br />August 4,1999 <br />New Brighton Comprehensive Plan <br /> <br />Page 2.5 <br />