HomeMy WebLinkAbout2021-054 CCR Member Elliott introduced the following resolution and moved its adoption:
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-54
RESOLUTION DECLARING APRIL 18-25, 2021, TO BE SHINGLE CREEK
CLEANUP WEEK
WHEREAS, The City of Brooklyn Center is dedicated to preserving and
protecting the water resources in our watersheds; and
WHEREAS, Litter and trash can be washed into our lakes, rivers and streams,
polluting the water and clogging the City's storm water drainage system; and
WHEREAS, Citizens can take an active role in protecting water resources by
picking up litter and trash and keeping our streets, parks, neighborhoods and
community clean; and
WHEREAS, The City of Brooklyn Center's annual event "Shingle Creek
Cleanup" will take place April 24, 2021.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of
Brooklyn Center, Minnesota, that:
1. April 18-25, 2021, to be Shingle Creek Cleanup Week.
2. The City Council hereby reaffirms its commitment to protecting and
preserving our water resources and encourages residents, businesses and
institutions to use the Shingle Creek Cleanup Week 2021 to help prevent water
pollution and preserve our watersheds by participating in a cleanup event or by
using this time to pick up trash and cleanup our homes, businesses, streets,
neighborhoods and community.
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April 12, 2021
Date Mayor
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City Clerk
The motion for the adoption of the foregoing resolution was duly seconded by member
Butler
and upon vote being taken thereon, the following voted in favor thereof:
Butler, Elliott, Graves, Lawrence-Anderson, Ryan
and the following voted against the same: None
whereupon said resolution was declared duly passed and adopted.