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A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING STATE ISSUE 1, RENEWAL OF THE STATE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM, ON THE MAY 6, 2014 BALLOT
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WHEREAS, Ohio local communities are in continuing need of support for vital road, bridge, sewer, water and other infrastructure projects; and,
WHEREAS, Ohio has in place a state program of support for local communities which not only helps to fund infrastructure projects, but also creates large numbers of construction and allied jobs, and
WHEREAS, the Ohio State Capital Improvements Program has successfully provided support for more than 11,500 such projects and resulting job creation since its inception in 1987, and
WHEREAS, Issue 1 on the May 6, 2014 statewide ballot provides Ohio voters with the opportunity to renew the program by authorizing issuance of $1.875 billion in capital improvement bonds, and
WHEREAS, no new taxes are required to fund repayment of the bonds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GROVEPORT, FRANKLIN COUNTY, OHIO, A MAJORITY OF ITS MEMBERS CONCURRING:
Section 1: That the City of Groveport supports the State of Ohio's Issue 1 and urges Groveport voters to cast their votes in support of continuing the infrastructure improvement and job creation Issue 1 will foster.
Section 2: That for the reasons stated in the preamble hereto which are made a part hereof, this Resolution shall take effect and be in full force from and after the earliest period allowed by law.
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Lance Westcamp, Mayor
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Ruthanne Sargus Ross, Clerk of Council
Approved as to form:
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Kevin Shannon, Law Director
Recommended Action
Sponsor: Council Member Hutson
Recommended Action: This Resolution was referred to the Committee of the Whole
Recommended Action: The Committee of the Whole recommended approval