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Councilmember introduced the following resolution and moved for its adoption: RESOLUTION #92-02- ~ . RESOLUTION !URGING THE STATE OF MINNESOTA TO EXPAND THE FUNDING FOR !THE STATE OUTDOOR RECREATION GRANT PROGRAM WHEREA.~, the State has invested over $50 million in local outdoor recreation projects, which has been mat~:hed by over $57 million in local government funds; and WHEREAS, the State program has been significant incentive to local governments to undertake .needed park acquisition and development projects; and WltlgREA~S, the State program has helped accelerate renovation and replacement of facilities that di~ nol~ meet the handicapped accessible standards; and WltE~E.A$, parks play an important role in many communities' economic development efforts by improving the desirability of the community as a place to live and work; and WHEREAS, the demand for State assistance through this program remains strong and that in 1991 Odly $',1 million in State funds was available to help meet over $,4 million in grant requests. NOW THERI~FO~E, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF,THE CITY OF RAMSE¥, ANOKA COUNTY, STATE OF MINNESOTA, as follow, s: 1) That the Ratnsey City Council urges the State to continue and expand funding for the State's 0utdbor Recreation Program to help local governments throughout Minnesota provide ~dequate outdoor recreation opportunities, acquire and protect open space areas and improveilthe quality of life for present and future generations. The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by Councilmember . and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof: and the following voted against the same: and the following abstained: and the following were absent: whereupon said resoiution was declared duly passed and adopted by the Ramsey City Council this the 25th day of Feb~ary, 1992. ATTEST: Mayor City Adminisa'ator