RESOLUTION

Aldermen ~~~ Aid erm8~nu-David Knapp the following Resolution: Resolved,

Stephen Blume

Cltitl! of Ansoniu
, ofthe------ Seventh VVard, inuoduced

WHEREAS, the people of Ansonia are properly concerned about overcrowding in the Ansonia public school system and the resultant demand on municipal services that would be caused by the addition of dozens of new single family homes in the community; and

WHEREAS, the addition of open space and passive recreational area in the Hilltop area of the city would enhance property values, reduce the burden on municipal services and, when combined with other parks and the opening of the city's new Riverwalk, provide recreational and fresh air enjoyment for people of all ages in the city; and

WHEREAS, the city has undertaken exciting initiatives in green energy which will save hundreds of thousands of dollars in the city's budget over the next decade and which will make Ansonia a greener, healthier and more business-friendly community; and

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF ALDERMEN THAT THE Board of Apportionment and Taxation be directed to determine how to use these projected savings and other financial savings to assist the city in purchasing a parcel of land previously designated for construction of many single family homes. Said purchase and ownership by the city shall be for the purpose of passive recreation for the quiet and enjoyment of the Hilltop community and the people of Ansonia.

Said parcel of land is bordered on the north by Pulaski Highway, on the east by Fitzpatrick Drive and on the west by Farrel Drive.

ApprovedL--

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Adopted

Mayor

City Clerk