HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-070 CCRMember Kay Lasman introduced the following resolution and moved its
adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. _2440=70
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 1999
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 10..2000
Date
ATTEST:
City Clerk
Mayor
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
rna Kragness zebra Vstrom, Kay lasman, Ed Nelson, and Robert Peppe;
and the following vole agamst a same: none;
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.
The Council commends city staff and the residents of Brooklyn Center for their
work in maintaining and enhancing Brooklyn Center's urban forest.