92-7845R100
RESOLUTION N0. 7845
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF RICHFIELD
URGING THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO EXPAND THE
FUNDING FOR THE STATE OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the State has invested over $50 million in local
outdoor recreation projects, which has been matched by over $57
million in local government funds; and
WHEREAS, the State program has been significant incentive to
local governments to undertake needed park acquisition and
development projects; and
WHEREAS, the State program has helped accelerate renovation
and replacement of facilities that did not meet the handicapped
accessible standards; and
WHEREAS, parks play an important role in many communities'
economic development efforts by improving the desirability of the
community as a place to live and work; and
WHEREAS, the demand for State assistance through this
program remains strong and that in 1991 only $1 million in State
funds was available to help meet over $4 million in grant
requests.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Richfield that
the City Council urges the State to continue and expand funding
for the State's Outdoor Recreation Program to help local
governments throughout Minnesota provide adequate outdoor
recreation opportunities, acquire and protect open space areas
and improve the quality of life for present and future
generations.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Richfield this
24th Day of February, 1992.
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Martin J. Kirsch Mayor
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Attest:
Thomas P. Ferber City Clerk