HomeMy WebLinkAbout03-511DECEMBER 23, 2003 03-511 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE:
ACCEPT DONATIONS/RIVERSIDE PARK
INITIATED BY: CITY ADMINISTRATION
WHEREAS, the Elmer Leach Foundation has made a significant donation to the
community as part of the construction for the band shell structure proposed as part of the
Riverside Park expansion; and
WHEREAS, C. R. Meyer & Sons, Co., Oshkosh, is coordinating additional
donations for various site improvements in the amphitheater area, which the company will
build in conjunction with the band shell; and
WHEREAS, it is appropriate for the Common Council to acknowledge and accept
such donations and all future contributions;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that, on behalf of the residents of this community, the City acknowledges with
deep gratitude and appreciation the generous donations of the Elmer Leach Foundation
and other contributors and the activities undertaken by C. R. Meyer & Sons, Co., for the
construction of the band shell and other amphitheater improvements to the expanded
Riverside Park.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the appropriate City officials are authorized and
directed to enter into appropriate agreements and take those steps necessary to accept
these donations and acknowledge these philanthropic activities.