HomeMy WebLinkAbout2008-10-02-R Resolution #2008-10-02-R
A Resolution to Accompany Application for
Preserve America Community Designation
WHEREAS,Preserve America is a White House initiative developed in cooperation with the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation,the U.S. Department of the Interior,and the U.S.
Department of Commerce; and
WHEREAS,the goals of this initiative include a greater shared knowledge about our Nation's
past, strengthened regional identities and local pride, increased local participation in preserving
the country's irreplaceable cultural and natural heritage assets, and support for the economic
vitality of communities; and
WHEREAS,this initiative is compatible with our community's interests and goals related to
historic preservation; and
WHEREAS, designation as a Preserve America Community will improve our community's
ability to protect and promote its historical resources;now therefore be it
RESOLVED,that the City of Batesville will apply for the designation of Batesville as a Preserve
America Community; and be it further
RESOLVED,that City Council of the City of Batesville will protect and celebrate our heritage,
use our historic assets for economic development and community revitalization, and encourage
people to experience and appreciate local historic resources through education and heritage
tourism programs.
PASSED this 14'h of October, 2008.
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RICK ELUMB ,MAYOR
ATTEST:
DENISE M. JOHNSTON, CITY CLERK