85-7035R72
RESOLUTION N0. 7035
RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF LOCAL ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, Richfield was selected to participate in a pilot
local. enterprise development program sponsored. by the
International City Management Association; and,
WHEREAS, the Chamber of Commerce is the lead organization
for the implementation of the Visions 200 goals which include
the goal for commercial development; and,
WHEREAS, members of the city staff and representatives of
the Richfield Chamber of Commerce attended an ICMA workshop on
this program in Washington, D.C. to formulate an action plan;
and,
WHEREAS, the goals of this action program are:
1. To redefine the image of Richfield so that the
community is more receptive t-o change, especially
allowing for commercial expansion and changing the
land use mix and intensity;
2. To increase the awareness, understanding and
recognition of the need for:
(a) enhancement of tax base
(b) community strengths
(e) prospective new client groups
3. To reach an agreement about what areas are suitable
for redevelopment and determine potential of a
redevelopment plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the
City of Richfield does recognize that this project has great
significance to the future economic wellbeing of Richfield
and does support the City of Richfield's involvement
in this project including financial support, provided that
ali budgets for the project be submitted to the city council
for review and approval.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council also pledges
its continued cooperation and involvement with the Richfield
Chamber of Commerce in this endeavor.
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Passed by the City Co
24th day of June, 1985•
ATTEST:
this
omas r~erner city C:ler