HomeMy WebLinkAbout~Master - MOU with Friends of Roosevelt Park RESOLUTION NO. 15-612
RESOLUTION APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH
FRIENDS OF ROOSEVELT PARK
FOR THE CITY OF AMES
WHEREAS, in May 2013,the Friends of Roosevelt Park(FoRP)became incorporated,and
the groups mission is as follows: 1) partner with community members and city government to
enhance the park's amenities and natural elements; 2) host outdoor music concerts; 3) create
community building opportunities through events and programming for all park users; 4) secure
supplemental financial resources that may be used by the City of Ames for projects for the benefit
of Roosevelt Park selected by the Parks and Recreation Commission and approved by the City
Council; and, 5) develop a network of supporters and volunteers to assist with the aforementioned
goals; and,
WHEREAS, the Parks and Recreation Commission has given staff direction to develop a
Memorandum of Understanding(MOU)with all Friends groups so each group has clearly defined
expectations for working with the City; and,
WHEREAS, as the City continues to grow and additional parks are developed, Friends
groups can play a vital role in the development, maintenance, and protection of the park systems
resources; and,
WHEREAS,the FoRP has already played this role by fundraising over$45,000 for enhancing
the park development.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ames, Iowa,
that the Memorandum of Understanding with the Friends of Roosevelt Park is hereby approved.
ADOPTED THIS 13`h day of October, 2015.
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Diane R. Voss, City Clerk Ann H. Campbell, Mayor
Introduced by: Gartin
Seconded by: Betcher
Voting aye: Betcher, Corrieri, Gartin, Goodman,Nelson, Orazem
Voting nay: None Absent: None
Resolution declared adopted and signed by the Mayor this 13th day of October, 2015.