RES 2004-19 - 00002184RESOLUTION NO. 2004 -19
A RESOLTUION SUPPORTING THE IMPROVEMENTS FOR THE
RICE CREEK WEST REGIONAL TRAIL
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has been notified by the Anoka County Department of Parks and
Recreation regarding their intent to apply for a Federal Recreation Trail Grant with the
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources; and
WHEREAS, the proposed improvements will include repairing and replacing the existing
regional trail between University Avenue and Central Avenue in Fridley. In addition to
upgrading the trail surface, the project would provide for improved signage and some stream
bank erosion control; and
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has many neighboring trail segments that connect with the
regional trail to create a recreational and alternate transportation system within this community;
and
WHEREAS, the City of Fridley has deemed the proposed improvements to the trail and the
adjoining park facilities to be beneficial for the residents of Fridley and the entire region.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Fridley hereby
provides its full support for the Federal Recreation Trail Grant submittal by the Anoka County
Department of Parks and Recreation for the improvements to the Rice Creek Regional Trail.
PASSED AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FRIDLEY THIS
23RD DAY OF FEBRUARY.
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0, Cott und, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Debra A. Skogen, C Clerk