Number
071411
Version
Original
Sponsor
The Chair
Title
Resolution relative to the application, acceptance and funding of a Wisconsin Department of Transportation Harbor Assistance Grant for a Demonstration project for ship ballast water collection and onshore treatment and related work.
Analysis
This Resolution authorizes the Port of Milwaukee to apply for, accept and spend a Wisconsin Department of Transportation Harbor Assistance Grant for a Demonstration project for ship ballast water collection and onshore treatment and related work.
Body
Whereas, The City of Milwaukee appears to be eligible for grant funds from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Harbor Assistance Program; and
Whereas, It is the mission of the Port of Milwaukee to enhance the overall economic environment of the region by stimulating trade, business, and employment; and
Whereas, The Port of Milwaukee is willing to cooperate with the State of Wisconsin in a Demonstration project for ship ballast water collection and onshore treatment and related work; and
Whereas, A Demonstration project for ship ballast water collection and onshore treatment and related work has been approved by the City of Milwaukee's Board of Harbor Commissioners at its meeting of January 31, 2008; and
Whereas, The project is estimated to cost approximately $2,650,000 with the entire amount coming from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Harbor Assistance Program; now, therefore, be it
Resolved, By the Common Council of the City of Milwaukee, that the Port of Milwaukee is authorized to apply for and accept the grant without further approval unless terms of the grant change as indicated in Section 304-81 Milwaukee Code of Ordinance; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the City of Milwaukee formally requests assistance for this project; and, be it
Further Resolved, That the City Comptroller, upon acceptance of the Grant, is authorized and directed to create the appropriate Capital Grant Pro...
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