14-10906r RESOLUTION NO. 10906
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION FOR THE
63RD STREET GREENWAY PROJECT FOR FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION
ALTERNATIVE PROGRAM FUNDS
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield believes in promoting the increased health of
residents through the construction of infrastructure that encourages active living
behaviors; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield supports increased access to its parks and
exposure to the community events, facilities, and programs within; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield is committed to promote walking and biking as
alternative travel modes to the automobile; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield values integrating the Three Rivers Park
Regional Trail system into the community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Richfield values the inclusion of landscaping and other
scenic beautification into transportation projects; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Richfield approves the submission of application for Federal Transportation Alternative
funds. The application is for conversion of 63rd Street to a greenway to improve
facilities for walking, biking, and other recreational use along the corridor.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield,, Minnesota this 28th day of
January, 2014.
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ebbie Goettel, Mayor
ATTEST:
Nancy Gibbs,lity Clerk