HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES.2552.08-16-2010BILL NO. 10-105
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU,
MISSOURI, STATING INTENT TO SEEK FUNDING
THROUGH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO
PURSUE ACTIVITIES IN AN ATTEMPT TO SECURE
FUNDING
WHEREAS, Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 does
state as its primary objective "the development of viable urban communities, by providing decent
housing, suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities principally for
persons of low and moderate income".
WHEREAS, Title I does offer to communities the opportunity of monetary assistance in
accomplishing its stated primary objectives;
WHEREAS, The Missouri Department of Economic Development is designated to
award Community Development Block Grant funding under Title I; and,
WHEREAS, The City does have areas of need which may be addressed through the
Community Development Block Grant program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, that
it desires to participate with the Missouri Department of Economic Development in the
improvement of our community under the activities authorized pursuant to the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974.
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of Cape Girardeau,
Missouri hereby is authorized to prepare and submit documents which are necessary in applying
for funding and establishing an administrative organization to implement activities pursuant to
the aforementioned act.
THEREFORE, BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City of Cape Girardeau, Missouri
will dedicate $0 of local cash funds and $0 of in-kind materials or labor to be used in this project.
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS /(077' DAY OF ! I(�d�:� j'r , 20 /0