File #: R-2018-0311    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
File created: 5/1/2018 In control: Safety and Development Committee (INACTIVE)
On agenda: 5/1/2018 Final action: 5/1/2018
Title: Resolution of Recognition of the East Allis Neighborhood Association.
Sponsors: Vincent Vitale
Attachments: 1. East Allis Recognition Application, 2. East Allis By Laws, 3. R-2018-0311 signed
Related files: R-2015-0215
Title
Resolution of Recognition of the East Allis Neighborhood Association.
Body
WHEREAS, the Mayor and Common Council of the City of West Allis, along with its staff and citizens, recognize the importance of developing and maintaining healthy neighborhoods throughout the community; and,

WHEREAS, the City of West Allis values citizen involvement and engagement, and wishes to reach out to all segments of the community by supporting the formation of effective neighborhood associations; and,

WHEREAS, the East Allis Neighborhood Association ("EANA") has been properly organized by residents of the City of West Allis in order to promote and sustain at all times the highest standards in preservation of their neighborhood, and address the issues of safety, social engagement, and neighborhood improvements within its designated boundaries; and,

WHEREAS, the EANA will serve residents in its area bound to the east on 52nd Street/approximately the city line, and to the west on 68th Street, to the south on Arthur Street/approximately the city line, and to the north I-94/approximately the city line; and,

WHEREAS, the EANA and its membership is inclusive to all residents of the neighborhood; and,

WHEREAS, on September 14th, 2015, EANA held a properly-announced meeting at Longfellow Elementary School, adopted the bylaws of the association, and elected a Board of Directors; and,

WHEREAS, the EANA has been active in their neighborhood, have regular scheduled meetings and has been engaged in City events; and,

WHEREAS, the EANA is fully formed and officially recognized under the neighborhood association guidelines that were adopted by the City of West Allis in April of 2014.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of West Allis, whose Mayor and Common Council are herein assembled, officially recognizes the EANA.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Mayor, Common Council and staff of the City of West Allis hereby pledge their support and cooperation in addressing the ...

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