HomeMy WebLinkAboutR-2013-094 Support Bringing Republican National Convention to KC RESOLUTION NO. R - 2013 -094
A RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE CITY OF RIVERSIDE, MISSOURI'S SUPPORT FOR
BRINGING THE REPUBLICAN NATIONAL CONVENTION TO THE KANSAS CITY REGION IN
2016
WHEREAS, the Republican National Committee (the "RNC ") is calling for bids this year from U.S. cities
seeking to host the RNC in 2016; and
WHEREAS, cooperative efforts are now underway to bring the RNC to the Heart of America, Kansas City,
Missouri / Johnson and Wyandotte Counties in Kansas, for the first time since 1976; and
WHEREAS, a successful bid for the RNC would showcase and firmly establish the Greater Kansas City
region as a major convention destination; and
WHEREAS, a historic national convention of this magnitude would have a significant, positive impression
on our metropolitan area's economic prosperity and brand, bringing tremendous benefits to our local and state
economies; and
WHEREAS, it is estimated that the RNC would attract 50,000 visitors to the Greater Kansas City region,
create new jobs, and have a $250 million net impact in our region; and
WHEREAS, travel and tourism rank among the City of Riverside's largest industries in terms of revenues
generated, and the effects of hosting the RNC in the Greater Kansas City region would be significant for our
community; and
WHEREAS, hosting a RNC would not only bring immediate economic gains, but would place the entire
metropolitan region in the national spotlight for years to come; and
WHEREAS, efforts to attract the RNC to our region are uniting Kansas and Missouri residents; city, state
and federal officials; and leaders in our business and arts communities, paving the way for future partnerships
and regional collaborations benefiting our cities.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Board of Alderman of the City of Riverside, Missouri, as
follows:
Section 1. That the City of Riverside, Missouri, expresses support for economic development endeavors to
bring the 2016 RNC to the Greater Kansas City region, recognizing its potential contributions to the economic,
social and cultural well -being of Riverside citizens.
Section 2. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect l from � and after its adoption.
THIS RESOLUTION PASSED AND APPROVED THIS / % ``SAY OF42264a, 2013.
: pK y or Kathleen L. Rose
Robin hittr ®II, ity Clerk
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