HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 2006-54 Trail/BridgeRESOLUTION 2006-54
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS
SUPPORTING THE SEMINOLE COUNTY-WIDE
REFERENDUM ON THE NOVEMBER 7, 2006, BALLOT TO
DEDICATE 0.2 MILLS OF AD VALOREM TAX OVER A TEN-
YEAR PERIOD FOR THE ACQUISITION OF
ENVIRONMENT ALL Y SENSITIVE LANDS AND TO ACQUIRE
AND DEVELOP RECREATIONAL TRAILS AND PEDESTRIAN
BRIDGES.
WHEREAS, the City of Winter Springs recognizes the acquisition of Natural Lands and
Trails provides opportunities to enhance the health, well being and quality of life of the citizens
of Seminole County; and
WHEREAS, the Natural Lands and Trails Programs further enhance the reputation of
Seminole County as a first-class location to live, work and play; and
WHEREAS, the City of Winter Springs has a long standing commitment to providing
various passive and active recreational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Winter Springs recognizes the critical function natural lands
serve in preserving water quality, aquifer recharge and wildlife habitats; and
WHEREAS, the Natural Lands and Trails Programs promote environmental education
and increase public awareness of environmental issues; and
WHEREAS, Seminole County will hold a referendum on November 7, 2006 to
determine whether Seminole County residents support expanding the Natural Lands and Trails
Programs to purchase natural lands, acquire trail corridors and construct recreational trails and
pedestrian bridges.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA, that we the City of Winter Springs fully supports the
2006 Natural Lands and Trails Referendum dedicating 0.2 mills of ad valorem tax over a 10-year
period for the acquisition of environmentally sensitive lands and to acquire and develop
recreational trails and pedestrian bridges.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF
OCTOBER, 2006.
In witness whereof I have hereunto set my hand and
caused this seal to be affixed.
JOHN F. BUSH, MAYOR
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
DATE: October 9, 2006
City of Winter Springs, Florida
Resolution Number 2006-54
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