HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-068 CCRMember 1by Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2nnn_68
RESOLUTION SUPPORTING STATE LEGISLATIVE ACTION IN 2000 TO
INCREASE STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION FUNDING
WHEREAS, increasing state funding for growing highway and transportation needs
is one of the most critical issues facing Minnesota; and
WHEREAS, highways throughout Minnesota are increasingly congested, are unsafe
due to deterioration or outdated design, and often hinder economic growth due to poor condition and
lack of capacity; and
WHEREAS, studies show that more than $8 billion in additional funding over the
next ten years is needed to address state and county highway and bridge needs; and
WHEREAS, Minnesota's continued economic vitality and high quality of life depend
on the state immediately increasing investments in highway safety, maintenance, reconstruction, and
expansion.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center that the City of Brooklyn Center commends Governor Jesse Ventura and
Republican and Democratic legislative leaders for offering a variety of significant highway and
transportation funding proposals for consideration during the 2000 legislative session, thus making
transportation a legislative priority for the first time in more than a decade.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Brooklyn Center strongly urges
Governor Ventura and the state Legislature to complete the good work they have begun and dedicate
themselves to approving significant highway funding legislation in the 2000 legislative session.
April 10, 2000
Date
ATTEST: City Clerk
AadL-L-M.
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Ed Nelson
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof-
Myrna Kragness Debra Hilstrom, Kay Lasman, Ed Nelson, and Robert Peppe;
and he following voted against the same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.