07/27/2021 Resolutions 2021-186RESOLUTION 2021-186
WHEREAS, the City was approached by students and stafffrom Central Community
College Occupational Therapy Class with the idea of raising funds to build a new community
inclusive playground in Ryder Park; and
WHEREAS, the new playground is designed to be handicap accessible and serve
children with a wide range of ability levels; and
WHEREAS, the playground is anticipated to cost over $1 million dollars and
completely be funded with private donations. Part of the fundraising plan is to include approximately
$250,000 in an endowment fund to cover annual maintenance cost of equipment and upkeep were
upon completion of the project the City will be responsible for maintaining the improvement; and
WHEREAS, the City will have fmal approval of design and equipment prior to
installation.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the CiTy Council approve their request to
move forward with the fundraising project to build a new communiry inclusive playground in Ryder
Park.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, July 27, 2021.
Attest:
Roge . Steele, Mayor
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form �
July 28, 2021 II City Attomey