02/12/2008 Resolutions 2008-42RESOLUTION 2008-42
WHEREAS, in 1997, General Colin Powell founded the America's Promise Alliance
for the purpose of improving the well being of the youth of America; and
WHEREAS, In 2005, America's Promise Alliance and their partners launched a "100
Best Communities for Young People" which recognizes local communities for the outstanding and
innovative work being done to help young people succeed; and
WHERE, on January 18, 2008, the City of Grand Island received notification that it
was chosen as one of the "100 Best Communities for Young People" in the nation; and
WHEREAS, as one of the benefits of receiving this award is the opportunity to use
the "100 Best" official seal provided by America's Promise Alliance on media announcements; and
WHEREAS, in order to use the "100 Best" official seal, the City of Grand Island is
required to enter into a license agreement with America's Promise Alliance; and
WHEREAS, a proposed License Agreement between the City of Grand Island and
America's Promise Alliance authorizing the use of the "100 Best" Seal has been reviewed by the
City Attorney's office.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the updated License Agreement by and
between the City and Grand Island and America's Promise Alliance authorizing the use of the "100
Best"-Seal is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor is hereby authorized and directed to
execute such agreement on behalf of the City of Grand Island.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, February 12, 2008.
Marga t Hornady, Mayor
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form c
February 11, 2008 u CityAttorney