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MEMO T O: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY IL
FROM: BRUNO RUMBELOW, CITY
MEETING T E: APRIL 2, 2013
ROLLING SUBJECT: PURCHASE OF 1 VINTAGE
RAILROAD
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council to consider a resolution appr vin urc of rolling stock include
three icul lounge cars for the Grapevine in ilr from rr , Jr.
authorizing x n i ur of , to relocate the aboy rolling c from
east Texas to r vi , authorizing the appropriation of funds from
Unappropriated u I c necessary action.
FUNDING
Funds r e available in cccu number 115-44582-350-07 ( r i x n it r ).
Purchase ric of n relocation pri .
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The excursion train has become an it r l part of Grapevine's brand and is i t
visible symbol of the Cotton It Railroad Historic District. It has ll® n
throughout the country, not only for its year-around r ti n, but also for special events
such s Day Out with Thomas and North Pole x r .
The ! i of these three articulated lounge cars would allow for an increase in r u
and charter business. They provide c r companies r u meetings,
receptions other events on the r i . The additional equipment will also allow to
maintain r regular c ul is during special events. The cars were
between San Francisco and s Angeles during 1940s, 50s, and 60s and have
in storage for the past 40 years i s, the owner will donate an
early s mail car.
Staff recommends apprcv 1.
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ITEM #5
RESOLUTION NO. gjql LAo Ad
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS, ENDORSING THE PURCHASE OF
THREE ARTICULATED LOUNGE CARS FROM BEN
GARRETT, JR. AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS, The City of Grapevine began operation of a steam excursion train
between Grapevine and Fort Worth in December 2001; and
WHEREAS, railroading is an integral part of the history of Grapevine; and
WHEREAS, the establishment of the Cotton Belt Railroad Historic District
ensures the recognition of the importance of railroading to the community; and
WHEREAS, the excursion train is an icon of the Grapevine tourism industry
through regular runs, charters, and special events such as Day Out With Thomas and
North Pole Express; and
WHEREAS, Ben Garrett, Jr. has agreed to sell the above listed equipment to the
Grapevine Vintage Railroad for the sum of$60,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the Convention & Visitors Bureau and the City Manager recommend
the purchase of said equipment from Ben Garrett, Jr.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GRAPEVINE, TEXAS:
Section 1. That all matters stated in the preamble are true and correct and
incorporated herein as if copied in their entirety.
Section 2. That the Grapevine Vintage Railroad purchase from Ben Garrett,
Jr. three articulated lounge cars in an as-is condition.
Section 3. That the City Council of the City of Grapevine authorizes the
expenditure of $90,000.00 and the appropriation of $90,000.00 from the CVB fund
(Unappropriated Fund Balance) Account#115-44582-350-07.
Section 4. That on receipt of payment, Ben Garrett, Jr. will provide to the
Grapevine Vintage Railroad a bill of sale.
Section 5. That this resolution shall take effect from and after the date of its
passage.
ITEM #5
PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GRAPEVINE, TEXAS on this the 2nd day of April, 2013.
APPROVED:
ATTEST.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
RES. NO. 2