HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 92-36 - Expand Funding for Outdoor Recreation Grant Program - 03/10/1992 CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE
HENNEPIN COUNTY, MINNESOTA
RESOLUTION NO. 92 - 36
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EDEN PRAIRIE,MINNESOTA
URGING THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO EXPAND 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 $77 million in local government funds.
WHEREAS, the State program has been significant incentive to local governments to
undertake needed park acquisition and development projects.
WHEREAS, the State program has helped accelerate renovation and replacement of
facilities that did not meet the handicapped accessible standards.
WHEREAS, parks play an important role in many communities' economic development
efforts by improving desirability of the community as a place to live and work.
WHEREAS, the demand for State assistance through this program remains strong and
• that in 1991 only $1 million in State funds was available to meet over $4 million in grant
requests.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Eden
Prairie, Minnesota 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 e ity of en Pr ' ' this loth Day of March,
1992.
Douglas B. enpas, Mayor
ATTEST:
D. Frane, Clerk SEAL