HomeMy WebLinkAbout2001-053 CCRMember Ed Nelson introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2001-53
RESOLUTION RECOGNIZING THE DESIGNATION OF BROOKLYN CENTER AS A
TREE CITY USA
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 2000
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 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 a high level of maintenance
and reforestation efforts.
3.
April 9, 2001
The Council commends city staff and the residents of Brooklyn Center for their
work in maintaining and enhancing Brooklyn Center's urban forest.
Date
ATTEST: .av( T WW1 SA -
City Clerk
Mayor
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Kay Lasman and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor
thereof:
Myrna Kragness, Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Bob Peppe;
and the following voted against the same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted. .