HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 3795-09-2009A Resolution
NO 3795-09-2009
NAMING THE PROPOSED PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
CROSSING THE TRINITY RIVER AT TRINITY PARK
THE PHYLLIS J TILLEY MEMORIAL BRIDGE
WHEREAS the City of Fort Worth (the City") is currently completing
construction documents for the purpose of bidding and constructing a new pedestrian
bridge across the Trinity River linking the City s downtown on the east to Trinity Park
on the west (the `Pedestrian Bridge ') and
WHEREAS the design and construction costs of the Pedestrian Bridge will be
paid from a combination of capital improvement bond revenues federal transportation
grant funds and a $200 000 00 donation provided to the City by Streams and Valleys
Inc anon profit corporation whose purpose is among other things to encourage the
recreational use of rivers streams and creeks m Tarrant County and
WHEREAS in gratitude for the generous donation from Streams and Valleys
Inc it is recommended that the City name the Pedestrian Bridge m honor of Phyllis J
Tilley a founding member of Streams and Valleys Inc who was instrumental in the
planning and positive environmental activism that has led to a greater appreciation for
the Trinity River s attributes m the City
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS
THAT the Pedestrian Bridge crossing the Trinity River linking the City s
downtown on the east to Trinity Park on the west will be named the `Phyllis J Tilley
Memorial Bridge in honor of Phyllis J Tilley a founding member of Streams and
Valleys Inc whose commitment and dedication to that organization s mission increased
awareness of the beauty and recreational opportunities in Trinity Park and the open space
system that exists along much of the Trinity River
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City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
COUNCIL ACTION: Approved on 9/29/2009 - aes. No. 3795-09-2009
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DATE Tuesday September 29 2009 REFERENCE NO G-16717
LOG NAME 02PHYLLIS TlLLEY BRIDGE
SUBJECT
Adopt a Resolution Naming the Proposed Pedestrian Bridge Crossing the Trinity River at Trinity Park the
'Phyllis J Tilley Memorial Bridge
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached resolution naming the proposed pedestrian
bridge crossing the Trinity River at Trinity Park the 'Phyllis J Tilley Memorial Bridge
DISCUSSION
The City is currently completing construction documents for the purpose of bidding and constructing a new
pedestrian bridge which will provide an additional linkage from downtown to Trinity Park. The bridge is
currently estimated to cost $2 000 000 00 for design and construction Funding is provided from the City's
Capital Improvement Program -Trinity River Vision federal transportation grant funds and a significant
contribution raised by Streams and Valleys, Inc.
Streams and Valleys Inc has committed to providing $200 000 00 in funding to help make this bridge a
reality As such it has been requested that in return for Streams and Valleys Inc 's generous contribution
this new pedestrian bridge be named the Phyllis J Tilley Memorial Bridge Phyllis J Tilley was a
founding member of Streams and Valleys, Inc and was instrumental in the planning and positive
environmental activism that has led many citizens to the park, its' recreational opportunities and the open
space system that exists along much of the Trinity River today
The Parks and Community Services Advisory Board endorsed the naming of this bridge in honor of Ms
Tilley at its May 27 2009 meeting The naming of this pedestrian bridge is consistent with the City's policy
on the naming of City facilities
This project is located in COUNCIL DISTRICT 9 and is considered a Citywide facility
FISCAL INFORMATION /CERTIFICATION
The Financial Management Services Director certifies that this action will have no material effect on City
funds
FUND CENTERS
TO Fund/Account/Centers FROM Fund/Account/Centers
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CERTIFICATIONS
Submitted for City Manager's Office bv• Fernando Costa (6122)
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Randle Harwood (6101)
Originating Department Head.
Mark Rauscher (2446)
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