title
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS, GRANTS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT TO APPLY FOR THE FY26 GREAT STRIDES/TRAILS FOR LIFE GRANT FROM THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, HERITAGE AND TOURISM
body
WHEREAS, the City of Jonesboro, Arkansas, recognizes the importance of providing public recreational facilities for residents and visitors; and
WHEREAS, the City of Jonesboro seeks funding from the Great Strides/Trails for Life grant to build a smoke-free bicycle track at a city-owned park to be determined; and
WHEREAS, the Mayor and the City Council understands that if granted funds for park development, they must provide land, by lease or ownership, on which to develop park facilities; and
WHEREAS, the city pledges to sign a contract agreeing to provide the necessary resources to maintain the track for a minimum of 25 years, per grant stipulations; and
WHEREAS, the City will request the maximum grant of $250,000 with no local match.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS, THAT:
SECTION 1: The Jonesboro City Council authorizes the Grants and Community Development Department to apply for the FY26 Great Strides/Trails for Life grant for the construction of a new track at a city-owned park.
SECTION 2: The Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized by the City Council to execute all necessary documents required to effectuate the application.
SECTION 3: The City Council does hereby authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute all agreements and contracts regarding any future grant award.
PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 17TH DAY OF JUNE 2025.