HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 1998-052 RESOLUTION NO. 98-52
w A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS, REQUESTING THE GOVERNOR OF
THE STATE OF TEXAS DEVELOP A MAJOR
LEGISLATIVE INITIATIVE FOR THE 76T" LEGISLATIVE
SESSION TO PROMOTE AND ENHANCE THE
INTEGRATED STATE RECREATION AND PARKS
SYSTEM; REQUESTING THE 76T" LEGISLATURE
PROVIDE ADEQUATE FUNDING FOR THE INTEGRATED
STATE RECREATION AND PARKS SYSTEM; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, the recreation and park system under the jurisdiction of
municipalities, counties, regions and the state forms a valuable network of opportunities
for Texans; and
WHEREAS, providing recreational opportunities to youth has been shown to
decrease the rate of juvenile crime; and
WHEREAS, providing a system of parks with opportunities for recreation and
exercise leads to a healthier population; and
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WHEREAS, the quantity and quality of park and recreation facilities provides an
incentive for economic development; and
WHEREAS, conservation and preservation of cultural and natural resources in a
park system provides an educational opportunity for current and future generations of
residents and visitors to an area; and
WHEREAS, juvenile crime prevention, public health, economic development, and
education represent key elements in the quality of life of the community and promotion
of strong family values; and
WHEREAS, the Governor of Texas has within his "Vision for Texas" recognized
the importance of quality of life and strong family values; and
WHEREAS, additional funds from the state for the promotion and enhancement
of the integrated state park and recreation system are sorely needed; and
WHEREAS, additional funds for support of community based outdoor outreach
programs to integrate youth into constructive activities in the outdoors are sorely
needed; and
WHEREAS, increasing population and changing demographics within the
population present a significant development challenges for the providers of parks and
recreation facilities to insure adequacy and relevancy of facilities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:
Section 1: That the City Council of the City of Grapevine calls upon the
Governor of Texas to develop a major legislative initiative for the 76th Legislative
Session that will promote and enhance the integrated state recreation and parks
system.
Section 2: That the City Council of the City of Grapevine calls upon the 76tn
Texas Legislature, meeting in regular session in 1999, to provide adequate funding for
the integrated state recreation and parks system to reach its full potential as an
enhancement to the quality of life and a promoter of family values within the community.
Section 3: That the City Council of the City of Grapevine calls upon the 76tn
Texas Legislature, meeting in regular session in 1999, to provide adequate funding for
the integrated state recreation and parks system to meet the future needs and demands
of the citizens of the state of Texas.
7.� � Section 4: That the City Council of the City of Grapevine provide a copy of this
resolution with appropriate names affixed to the Governor of Texas and the leadership
of the 76th Texas Legislature.
Section 5: This resolution shall take effect immediately from and after its
passage by the City Council of the City of Grapevine.
PASSED AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Grapevine on this
the 6th day of October, 1998.
APPROVED:
William D. Tate
i'Nayor
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