03/24/2020 Resolutions 2020-84R E S O L U T I O N 2020-84
WHEREAS, the COVID-19 (also known as the coronavirus) global pandemic and
epidemic sickness has already had a substantial disruptive effect on Nebraska communities; and
WHEREAS, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and epidemic sickness will likely
continue to pose a significant threat to the health and safety of the residents of the City of Grand
Island; and,
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2020, President Trump declared a national emergency
because of the COVID-19 epidemic; and,
WHEREAS, on March 13, 2020, Governor Ricketts declared a state emergency
because of the COVID-19 epidemic; and,
WHEREAS, on March 17, 2020, the Mayor of the City of Grand Island issued a
Disaster Declaration in anticipation that the COVID-19 Pandemic will affect the City of Grand
Island and poses an significant threat to the health and safety of the residents of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City Council approves of the necessity of
the March 17, 2020 Disaster Declaration in order to obtain and utilize outside resources to respond to
the COVID-19 Pandemic, to ensure a timely and effective response and to provide for safe and
passable streets.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, March 24, 2020.
Attest:
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
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ger G. Steele, Mayor
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