HomeMy WebLinkAbout2007-062 CCRMember Kay Lasman introduced the following resolution and
moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2007-62
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE DESIGNATION OF BROOKLYN CENTER
AS A TREE CITY USA FOR THE FIFTEENTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
WHEREAS, the City of Brooklyn Center is committed to preserving and enhancing its
urban forest; and
WHEREAS, the National Arbor Day Foundation, upon the recommendation of the State
of Minnesota forester, has designated Brooklyn Center as a Tree City USA in recognition of 2006
forestry activities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Brooklyn
Center, Minnesota, that:
1. The Council hereby recognizes and accepts the designation of Tree City USA for
the fifteenth consecutive year on behalf of the residents of Brooklyn Center.
2. The Council reaffirms its commitment to urban forestry, and directs staff to,
within the constraints of existing resources, continue its reforestation efforts.
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3. The Council commends Brooklyn Center residents and staff for their work in
maintaining and enhancing Brooklyn Center's urban forest.
April 23, 2007~~~
Date Mayor
ATTEST: ~ City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Mark Yelich
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Tim Willson, Kay Lasman, Mary O'Connor, Dan Ryan, and Mark Yelich;
and the following voted against the same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.