Resolution 06-1157RESOLUTION NO.06-1157
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LONGWOOD,
FLORIDA SUPPORTING THE SEMINOLE
COUNTY -WIDE REFERENDUM ON THE
NOVEMBER 7, 2006, BALLOT TO DEDICATE 0.2
MILLS OF AD VALOREM TAX OVER A TEN-YEAR
PERIOD FOR THE ACQUISITION OF
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE LANDS AND TO
ACQUIRE AND DEVELOP RECREATIONAL
TRAILS AND PEDESTRIAN BRIDGES.
WHEREAS, the City of Longwood recognizes the acquisition of Natural Lands
and Trails provides opportunities to enhance the health, well being and quality of life of
the citizens of Seminole County; and
WHEREAS, the Natural Lands and Trails Programs further enhance the
reputation of Seminole County as a first-class location to live, work and play; and
WHEREAS, the City of Longwood has a longstanding commitment to providing
various passive and active recreational opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the City of Longwood recognizes the critical function natural lands
serve in preserving water quality, aquifer recharge and wildlife habitats; and
WHEREAS, the Natural Lands and Trails Programs promote environmental
education and increase public awareness of environmental issues; and
WHEREAS, Seminole County will hold a referendum on November 7, 2006 to
determine whether Seminole County residents support expanding the Natural Lands and
Trails Programs to purchase natural lands, acquire trail corridors and construct
recreational trails and pedestrian bridges.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY OF
LONGWOOD, FLORIDA: That the City of Longwood fully supports the 2006 Natural
Lands and Trails Referendum dedicating 0.2 mills of ad valorem tax over a 10-year
period for the acquisition of environmentally sensitive lands and to acquire and develop
recreational trails and pedestrian bridges.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City of Longwood, this Al 4 day of
()C 2006.
ATTEST:
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Sarah M. Mirus, City Clerk
Approved as to form and legality for the use and reliance of the City of Longwood,
Florida only.
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