01/11/2022 Resolutions 2022-13�
RESOLUTION 2022-13
WHEREAS, the City was approached by students and staff from 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 $1.1 million dollars and completely
be funded with private donations. Part of the fundraising plan is to include approximately $250,000
endowment fund to cover 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 final approval of design, location, and equipment prior
to installation.
WHEREAS, the Central Community College Foundation, Inc. has requested to enter
an agreement to clearly define roles and expectations of the project.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island enters into an
agreement to move forward with the fundraising project to build a new community inclusive
playground in Ryder Park.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, January 11, 2022.
Attest:
Rog G. teele, Mayor
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aNae Edwards, City Clerk
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January 10, 2022 � Ci Attorney