HomeMy Public PortalAboutResolution #2013-03, Supporting The Mississippi River Trail RESOLUTION#2013-3
A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER TRAIL
WHEREAS,the topography, trees and waters along the Mississippi River corridor are
of great natural significance, and aesthetically pleasing to residents and visitors;
WHEREAS,the City of Riverdale seeks to protect the Mississippi River corridor and
develop outdoor recreational opportunities;
WHEREAS, the Mississippi River Trail ("MRT") is an internationally known route
linking multiuse recreational trails from Minnesota to Louisiana;
WHEREAS,the MRT segment in the City of Riverdale provides a crucial link between
existing and planned trails in the local communities and region;
WHEREAS, local resolutions of support for the MRT will strengthen individual and
collective funding requests for projects that will protect, enhance and promote resources that
enrich the experience of trail users;
WHEREAS,the City of Riverdale, Iowa will adequately maintain the trail for its intended
use and maintain the total trial used to justify the project in public use for a minimum of 20 years
following the project completion.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF RIVERDALE, IOWA, that the City of Riverdale fully supports the concept and
construction of the Mississippi River Trail and the collective efforts of federal, state, and local
road and trail authorities that comprise the Mississippi River Trail, and authorizing the City
Council to continue ongoing collaborative discussions regarding the location and operation of
the Mississippi River Trail within the City of Riverdale.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 19 February 2013, by the following
vote:
Ayes: Hupp, Paddock, Halsey, Channon Nays:
Absent: Littrel
heryl hannon, Mayor Pro-Tem
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Paula McIntosh, City Clerk