2021-1874 RESOLUTION No. 2021-1874
A proposed resolution to support a grant request to the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources for funding through the 2021 Land and Water Conservation Fund and
Stewardship Local Assistance Programs, and the Recreational Trails Program.
WHEREAS, the Common Council of the City of Janesville recognizes the benefits of non-
motorized transportation infrastructure such as trails to encourage alternative transportation
modes, as well as outdoor recreational opportunities for Janesville residents and visitors from
across Wisconsin; and
WHEREAS, the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is currently soliciting grant
applications for the 2021 Land and Water Conservation Fund and Stewardship Local Assistance
Programs, and the federal Recreational Trails Program; and
WHEREAS, the City of Janesville intends to submit an application for the Construction of the
Fisher Creek Trail (from W. Court Street to Rockport Road in the City of Janesville) of
consideration through the 2021 Land and Water Conservation Fund and Stewardship Local
Assistance Programs, and the Recreational Trails Program; and
WHEREAS, by adopting this Resolution, the Common Council of the City of Janesville declares
their intent for the City Administration to submit a grant request to the DNR for funding through
the Land and Water conservation Fund and Stewardship Local Assistance Programs, and the
Recreational Trails Program; and
WHEREAS, the grant funding allocation or award for such a project may not exceed fifty percent
of the total eligible project costs under the Land and Water Conservation Fund and Stewardship
Local Assistance Programs, or the Recreational Trails Program; and
WHEREAS, financial aid or assistance is required to construct the Fisher Creek Trail as described
in detail in the DNR application; and
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Janesville that:
1. All above introductions and recitals are incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth
verbatim; and
2. The City Manager is authorized and empowered by the City of Janesville to prepare and
submit applications to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for any financial
aid that may be available; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of Janesville shall comply with state or federal rules
for the programs to the general public during reasonable hours consistent with the type of facility;
and will obtain from the DNR approval in writing before any change is made in the use of the
project site.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Manager and his designee(s), on behalf of the City
of Janesville, is hereby jointly and severally authorized and empowered to submit an application
to the State of Wisconsin DNR for any financial aid that may be available; submit reimbursement
claims along with necessary supporting documentation within six months of project completion
date; submit signed documents; and take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete the
approved project.
ADOPTED: April 12, 2021 Motion by: Consent
Second by: Consent
APPROVED: Councilmember Aye Nay Pass Absent
Benson X
Conley X
i Farrell X
Mark A. F itag, City Manager Johnson X
Marklein X
ATTEST: Williams X
Wolfe X
Derrek e, Interim City Clerk-Treasurer
APPROVED" AS TO FORM:
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Wald Klimczy , City Attorney
Proposed by: Planning Division
Prepared by: Planning Division