HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-04.docJANUARY 14, 2003 03-04 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE:
INITIATED BY:
AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF BROWNFIELDS GREEN
SPACE & PUBLIC FACILITIES GRANT PROGRAM
APPLICATIONS / DNR
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh recognizes that the remediation and
redevelopment of brownfields is an important part of protecting Wisconsin's resources;
and
WHEREAS, in this action the Common Council has declared its intent to
complete the Brownfield Green Space and Public Facilities Grant activities described in
the application if awarded funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh has declared its intent to maintain the grant
property for the end use specified in the application; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh will maintain records documenting all grant
activities including expenditures made during the Brownfield Green Space and Public
Facilities Grant period; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh will allow employees from the Department of
Natural Resources access to inspect the grant site or facility and grant records; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh will submit a final report to the Department of
Natural Resources summarizing all grant activities which will accompany the final
payment request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the City hereby requests funds and assistance available from the
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources under the Brownfield Green Space and
Public Facilities Grant Program and will comply with State Statutes and rules for the
program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper City officials are hereby authorized
and directed to act on behalf of the City of Oshkosh to submit two applications to the
State of Wisconsin for financial aid for Brownfield Green Space and Public Facilities
Grant purposes, execute any and all documents, and take necessary action to
undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that if said grant funds are awarded, the proper
City officials are hereby authorized and directed to accept said funds, pursuant to the
terms of the grant applications, and to execute any and all documents necessary for
purposes of same.