HomeMy WebLinkAbout2019-12-01-R RESOLUTION # 0?01 Q- /a -DI--K
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 19 ACRES LOCATED ON
HIGHWAY 167 ASCENDING RAMSEY MOUNTAIN
WHEREAS,Batesville, Independence County,and Southside recognize their respective
obligation to provide green spaces for use by the general public for recreation,aesthetics,and other
purposes;
WHEREAS, Batesville, Independence County, and Southside have limited financial
resources with which to provide for such greens spaces;
WHEREAS,Batesville, Independence County,and Southside desire to maximize revenues
and the benefits the citizens derive therefrom by dividing the financial obligations for a green space
and/or park where all three parties have an interest;-
WHEREAS,Batesville, Independence County,and Southside desire to enter into an
Interlocal Agreement whereby all three parties would purchase the 19 acres ascending Ramsey
Mountain on Highway 167 for the purchase price of approximately$137,830.81; and
WHEREAS, Batesville, Independence County,and Southside agree to pay an equal share of
the sale price of said lands,which is $45,943.60 and any associated closing costs and/or title
insurance.
NOW,THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BATESVILLE,ARKANSAS
SECTION 1: The City of Batesville hereby authorizes the Mayor to enter into an Interlocal
Agreement with the City of Southside,Arkansas and Independence County,Arkansas, for the
purchase of approximately 19 acres ascending Ramsey Mountain on Highway 167, South of
Batesville, for the purchase price of$45,943.60, more or less,with any closing costs to be divided
equally by the parties.
PASSED AND APPROVED this day of December,2019.
Rick El r
City of Batesville
AT EST:
Denise Johnston, CVy Clerk
City of Batesville