18-015RESOLUTION NO. 18 -015
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF A MEMORANDUM
OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE MINNEHAHA CREEK WATERSHED
DISTRICT TO COORDINATE WATER RESOURCE PLANNING AND
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLANNING
CITY PROJECT 18-02
WHEREAS, the City of Shorewood discussed the Freeman Park Feasibility
Study at a work session on May 22, 2017; and
WHEREAS, the City would like to address the concerns identified in the
Freeman Park Feasibility Study through a systematic approach that integrates multiple
goals for road improvements, park, trails, open space, and management of water as a
community asset; and
WHEREAS, the City and the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District wish to
formalize a mutual commitment to integrating efforts and aligning resources in order to
plan wisely, make sound public investments in infrastructure, and protect and improve
natural systems so as to foster a vibrant and healthy community.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of
Shorewood, Minnesota authorizes the execution of a memorandum of understanding with
the Minnehaha Creek Watershed District to coordinate water resource planning and
capital improvement planning.
ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SHOREWOOD
this 26th day of February, 2018.
ATTEST:
Sandie Thone, City Clerk
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