04/23/2019 Resolutions 2019-146RESOL�TTION 2019-146
WHEREAS, the Heartland Public Shooting Park (HPSP) consists of 420 acres of
land; and
WHEREAS, HPSP qualifies for the Corners For Wildlife program administered by
Pheasants Forever and Nebraska's Natural Resources Districts; and
WHEREAS, Corners For `JVildlife is a five year program in which i�e City will
receive $100/acre per year to plant and maintain areas of native grasses and shrubs that will benefit
wildlife habitat. Staff estimates the initial cost to Hl'SP for spraying unwanted weeds and seeding
68 acres at approximately $4,500.00. By the end of five years HPSP will receive $34,000.00 for
participating in the program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED �Y THE MAYOR t�ND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, approve the agreement to enro1168 acres located at
HPSP in the Corners For Wildlife progr°am administered by Pheasants Forever and Nebraska's
Natural Resources Districts.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, I�lebraska, April 23, 2019.
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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F�o . Steele, Mayor
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Aprii 22, 2019 Ci Attorney