Number
040006
Version
SUBSTITUTE
Reference
Sponsor
THE CHAIR
Title
Substitute resolution authorizing and directing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to set forth the agreements and understandings between the City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources regarding the funding, acquisition, development, and operation of approximately 6 miles of the Hank Aaron State Trail in the City of Milwaukee.
Analysis
Substitute resolution authorizing and directing the Commissioner of Public Works to execute a Memorandum of Agreement with the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources to set forth the agreements and understandings between the City of Milwaukee and the State of Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources regarding the funding, acquisition, development, and operation of approximately 6 miles of the Hank Aaron State Trail in the City of Milwaukee.
Body
Whereas, The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) began planning efforts for the Hank Aaron State Trail (HAST) through The Menomonee River Valley in the City of Milwaukee in the early 1990's; and
Whereas, Upon completion, the HAST will be a valuable community asset by providing recreational and commuter bicycling opportunities as well as providing a catalyst to redevelopment of The Menomonee Valley; and
Whereas, DPW has been working in a cooperative effort with the DNR to advance implementation of the HAST; and
Whereas, A Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) has been drafted to set forth the responsibilities of the City and DNR regarding funding, acquisition, development, and operation of the HAST in the City of Milwaukee; and
Whereas, Responsibilities of the City of Milwaukee include but are not limited to:
Providing trail easements to the DNR on City-owned properties.
Installing and maintaining HAST facilities on City streets.
Implementati...
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