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Resolution Number: 4 0 '01-11? <br /> A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO APPLY FOR AN OUTDOOR RECREATION MATCHING <br /> GRANT FROM THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND TOURISM <br /> WHEREAS, Batesville, Arkansas seeks to improve the recreation facilities and wishes to seek <br /> grant funding assistance; and <br /> WHEREAS, in order to obtain the funds necessary to develop a nd/or improve the site for such a <br /> recreation area, it is necessary to obtain an Outdoor Recreation Matching Grant from the Arkansas <br /> Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism; and <br /> WHEREAS, the plans for such recreation areas have been prepared and the price therefore has <br /> been established; and <br /> WHEREAS,this governing body understands the grantee and grantor will enter into a binding <br /> agreement which obligates both parties to policies and procedures contained within the Outdoor <br /> Recreation Matching Grant Application Guide, including, but not limited to, the following;the park area <br /> defined by the project boundary map, submitted with the application,must remain in outdoor <br /> recreation use in perpetuity; regardless if the property is bought or developed with matching grant <br /> funds; and all future overhead utility lines within the project boundary must be placed <br /> underground and; the project area must remain open and available for use by the public at all <br /> reasonable times of the day and year; facilities can be reserved for special events, league plays, etc. but <br /> cannot be reserved, leased or assigned for exclusive use, and; the project area must be kept clean, <br /> maintained, and operated in a safe and healthful manner. <br /> City Council is well aware and apprised of the above—mentioned project, and will provide the <br /> local portion of the development cost of the entire project. <br /> NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of Batesville, Arkansas that the Mayor is <br /> hereby authorized to make application to the Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism for <br /> assistance to develop recreational facilities for the City. <br /> Q _ <br /> Passed this u day o 2020. <br /> Approved By: , <br /> Mayor City Clerk <br />