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Request for Support to submit a grant application to Michigan Department of Natural Resources Recreation Passport Grant Program
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Whereas, the surface of the International Velodrome at Bloomer Park is in serious need of replacement/renovation; and
Whereas, the Parks & Forestry Department has received a pledge from Dale Hughes, owner of V-Worldwide of Rochester, Michigan to donate $15,360 to cover the labor and equipment costs necessary for the installation of the surface panels as the required minimum 25% match to the grant; and
Whereas, if awarded the grant, the City would competitively bid and purchase the materials with reimbursement at completion by the DNR making the project cost neutral to the city;
Whereas, the grant application deadline is April 2, 2012;
Be it Resolved, that Rochester Hills City Council does hereby support the application for a grant to the Michigan Department of Natural Resources Recreation Passport Grant Program for the purpose of resurfacing the Velodrome at Bloomer Park; and
Further Resolved, that the Mayor or his designee is authorized to execute the application on behalf of the City.