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Resolution to authorize the submittal of a Brownfield Application for the property at 7725 and 7741 W. National Ave. (Pioneer Neighborhood - Laidlaw Site) by the Director of Development and the subsequent appropriation of necessary local matching funds for a Wisconsin Department of Commerce Brownfield Grant.
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WHEREAS, the City of West Allis recognizes that the remediation and redevelopment of brownfields is an important part of protecting Wisconsin's resources; and,
WHEREAS, in this action the Common Council of the City of West Allis has declared its intent to complete the Brownfield Grant activities described in the application; and,
WHEREAS, the City of West Allis will maintain records documenting all expenditures made during the Brownfield Grant period; and,
WHEREAS, the City of West Allis will allow employees from the Wisconsin Department of Commerce access to inspect the grant site or facility and grant records; and,
WHEREAS, the City of West Allis will submit the necessary reporting requirements and a final report to the Wisconsin Department of Commerce which will accompany the final payment request.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Common Council of the City of West Allis requests funds and assistance available from the Wisconsin Department of Commerce under the Brownfield Grant Program and will comply with state rules for the program.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Director of Development is hereby authorized to act on behalf of the City of West Allis to submit the application to the State of Wisconsin for financial aid for Brownfield Grant purposes; to sign documents; and to take necessary action to undertake, direct, and complete approved grant activities.
Dev-R-462-3-6-07/dlm
cc: Dept. of Development
Chris Phinney, Grant Accounting Specialist