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NOVEMBER 23, 2004 04-427 RESOLUTION
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PURPOSE:AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF
NATURAL RESOURCES BROWNFIELD SITE ASSESSMENT
GRANT APPLICATIONS
INITIATED BY: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 City of Oshkosh Common Council has declared its
intent to complete the Brownfield Site Assessment Grant activities described in the
application if awarded funds; and
WHEREAS, the City of Oshkosh will maintain records documenting all
expenditures made during the Brownfield Site Assessment 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, 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 Site Assessment
Grant Program and will comply with state rules for the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City authorizes STS Consultants, Ltd. to
act on behalf of the City of Oshkosh to submit an application to the State of Wisconsin
for financial aid for Brownfield Site Assessment Grant purposes, sign 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 application, and to execute any and all documents necessary for
purposes of same.