HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution 501 A R E S O L U T I O N ,RESOLUroN F II.E NO. �....
A resolution endorsing a Nature Trail for hiking, biking, jogging
and picnicking from Fort Werth to Dallas along the Fort Worth - Dallas Turnpike;
to become effective upon its passage and approval.
Whereas, there is an ever increasing need for hiking, jogging, bicycles
picnicking and nature study facilities for use as means of achieving outdoor exercise
and recreation.
Whereas, increasing propulation and attendant development of land in
the Fort Worth-Dallas Metropolitan area combine to diminish the open space available
for outdoor activities; and
Whereas, the present Fort Worth-Dallas Turnpike will be maintained under
the authority of the Texas Department of Highways and Public Transportation
after January 1, 1978; and
Whereas, there is sufficient land and right of way along the corridor
of said highway to develop a paved trail for hiking, biking, picnicking and
Nature Study, which would be an economic and efficient use, would enhance and
blend with the enviornment and would provide healthful recreational opportunities
for the people of the Metropolitian Area.
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I,
THAT, the City of Fort Worth, Texas, proposes, endorses and supports
the concept of a hiking-biking-nature trail between Dallas and Fort Worth along
the corridor of the Dallas-Fort Worth Turnpike (Interstate Highway 30).
II.
THAT the staff of this city is instructed to pursue this project
seeking cooperation from sister cities, County, State and the Federal Government,
and to explore sources of funding.
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IIl.
THAT a copy of this resolution be sent to the cities of Dallas,
Grand Prairie and Arlington, to Dallas and Tarrant Counties, and the Texas
State Department of Highways and Public Transportation, seeking their support
and endorsement.
IV.
THAT this Resolution shall be in full force and effect from and
after its passage and approval.
PASSED AND APPROVED IN REGULAR COUNCIL SESSION on this the
day of 62-t��✓ ,1977.
MAYOR, City of Fort Worth, Texas
ATTEST:
City Secretary