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RESOLUTION R-01-1753
A RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF A COUNTYWIDE EMERGENCY WARNING
SYSTEM TO BE FUNDED AND MANAGED BY THE TARRANT COUNTY 9-1-1
DISTRICT
WHEREAS, some of the existing outdoor warning systems failed to operate
properly during the tornadoes that hit Tarrant County on March 28,
2000; and
WHEREAS, jurisdictions recognize the need for an improved and coordinated
outdoor warning system; and
WHEREAS, the type of weather related emergencies that trigger the activation
of an emergency warning system do not respect municipal
boundaries and therefore, justifies a countywide coordinated
system for maximum warning efficiency and the protection of all
Tarrant County citizens; and
WHEREAS, the City of Colleyville is located within the County of Tarrant and
would be included in this effort; and
WHEREAS, a state-of-the-art countywide emergency warning system can be
appropriately funded and managed by the existing Tarrant County
9-1-1 District by expanding the 9-1-1 service charges on residential
telephone bills; and
WHEREAS, legislative action will be required to allow the Tarrant County 9-1-1
District to implement the plan for a countywide emergency warning
system;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF COLLEYVILLE, TEXAS:
Sec. 1.
THAT the City Council supports the development and
implementation of a countywide emergency warning system and
any legislative changes necessary for the creation thereof.
AN D IT IS SO RESOLVED.
Passed by a vote of ~s, 0 nays, and
on this /~ ~ day of ~l 2001.
o abstentions,
Resolution R-01-1753
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ATTEST:
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Cynthia Singleton, TRMC
City Secretary
CITY OF COLLEYVILLE
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Mayor