HomeMy WebLinkAbout08-05JANUARY 8, 2008 08-05 RESOLUTIONI
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PURPOSE: SUBMITTAL OF GRANT APPLICATION TO STATE OF
WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES FOR
AQUATIC INVASIVE SPECIES CONTROL IN MILLER'S BAY
INITIATED BY: PARKS DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, Miller's Bay at Menominee Park is an important resource used by
the public for boating recreation; and
WHEREAS, public use and enjoyment of Miller's Bay is best served by protection
of Miller's Bay from infestation of aquatic invasive species; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to provide information or education about aquatic
invasive species; and
WHEREAS, there is a need to carry out the responsibilities of an aquatic invasive
species control project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City of Oshkosh requests
grant funding and assistance available from the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources under the "Aquatic Invasive Species Control Grant Program" and hereby
authorizes the City of Oshkosh Parks Director to act on behalf of the City of Oshkosh to:
- Submit an application to the State of Wisconsin for financial aid for aquatic
invasive species control purposes;
- Sign documents;
- Take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete an approved
aquatic invasive species control program pursuant to the grant, if approved;
and
- Submit reimbursement claims along with necessary supporting
documentation within six months of project completion date.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that money for this purpose is appropriated from:
Acct. No. 255-0610-6401-11426 - Miller's Bay