File #: R-2020-0140    Version: 1
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
File created: 3/3/2020 In control: Advisory Committee (INACTIVE)
On agenda: 3/3/2020 Final action: 3/3/2020
Title: Resolution of recognition of the Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association
Sponsors: Vincent Vitale
Attachments: 1. Application - Liberty Heights Park, 2. Bylaws - Liberty Heights Park, 3. R-2020-0140 signed
Related files: R-2019-0617
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Resolution of recognition of the Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association

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WHEREAS, the 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 Liberty Heights Park Neighborhood Association ("LHPNA") 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 LHPNA will serve residents in its area bound to the east on S. 56 St. (west side of street), and to the west on S. 70 St., to the south on W. Mitchell St. (north side of street), and to the north on W. Greenfield Ave. (south side of street); and

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

WHEREAS, on February 24, 2020, LHPNA held a properly-announced meeting at Epikos Church, adopted the bylaws of the association, and elected a Board of Directors; and

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

WHEREAS, the LHPNA 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 Common Council are herein assembled, officially recognizes the LHPNA.

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

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