08/23/2005 Resolutions 2005-232
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RES 0 L UTI 0 N 2005-232
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island, Nebraska is an eligible unit of general
government authorized to participate in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs
through the State of Nebraska Department of Economic Development (NDED); and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island and surrounding area has a strong need for
business development services and we agree that our community is part of a Rural Enterprise
Assistance Project (REAP-CDBG) service area in Nebraska; and
WHEREAS, the City of Grand Island would like the services of REAP to be available
for start-up and existing entrepreneurs, as needed; and
WHEREAS, the work ofthe REAP Program is consistent with local and area-wide
strategic plans for community and economic development and will be coordinated with other
economic development activities in the project area; and
WHEREAS, working together will create more opportunities for entrepreneurs and
will further enhance the overall effectiveness of all program partners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF GRAND ISLAND, NEBRASKA, that the City of Grand Island supports the
provision of services by the Rural Enterprise Assistance Project (REAP) in the City and surrounding
area.
Adopted by the City Council of the City of Grand Island, Nebraska, August 23,2005.
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RaNae Edwards, City Clerk
Approved as to Form 1:I9)~
August 18, 2005 1:I City Attorney