RESOLUTION NO. 100
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO AARP REGARDING THE 2021 COMMUNITY CHALLENGE GRANT PROGRAM
Introduced: 4/12/21
By Public Works Committee:
WHEREAS, The County Executive has requested authorization to submit a grant application to AARP regarding the 2021 Community Challenge Grant Program for enhancements to the Albany County Rail Trail, and
WHEREAS, The County Executive has indicated that such grant funding will be used to deliver a range of transportation and mobility options that increase connectivity, walkability, and bikeability by adding signage to the Rail Trail, as well as enlist the help of local artists and the Art on the Rail Trail Committee to create murals that raise awareness and enhance safety on the Albany County Rail Trail, now, therefore be it
RESOLVED, By the Albany County Legislature that the County Executive is authorized to submit a grant application to AARP regarding the 2021 Community Challenge Grant Program for enhancements to the Albany County Rail Trail, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the County Attorney is authorized to approve said grant application as to form and content, and, be it further
RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the County Legislature is directed to forward certified copies of this resolution to the appropriate County Officials.