HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity Council Resolutions (R-96-1184)-03/05/1996
RESOLUTION R-96-1184
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPLY FOR ISTEA
ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM FUNDS
WHEREAS, the North Central Texas Council of Governments has issued a third call for
projects for the Statewide Transportation Enhancement Program using funds
provided by the Intermodal Surface Transportation Efficiency Act of 1991; and
WHEREAS, the cities of Colleyville, North Richland Hills, Grapevine, Euless, Hurst,
Southlake, Keller and Coppell have begun a regional trail system following
and/or linking Big Bear Creek, Little Bear Creek and the Cotton belt/DART rail
corridors; and
WHEREAS, the Colleyville City Council finds that completion of the Northeast Tarrant County
trails system will provide a clean and efficient mobility altemative for residents
and visitors throughout the region; and
WHEREAS, funding for hike and bike trails and other recreational facilities has been provided
by the citizens of Colleyville through the Voluntary Park Fund and the Park Land
Dedication Fund;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
i COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS:
I Sec. 1 THAT the City Manager is hereby authorized to represent the City of Colleyville
in the application for and administration of ISTEA Enhancement Program funds.
Sec. 2
THAT matching funds shall be provided for ISTEA Enhancement Projects in a
total amount of not less than 20 percent of the project costs and not more than
$212,016 in local govemment funds.
THAT Private organizations and individuals may provide additional funds to
increase the total local match available.
Sec. 3
AND IT IS SO RESOLVED.
I Pas~~d by a vote of f) ayes,
of tll1rth ,1996.
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ATTEST:
o nays, and D abstentions on this 5 fJt. day
II Je Harris, TRMC, CMC
I City Secretary
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Ed Baker
Mayor
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