HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000-08-08 - Ballot IssueResolution of Suppoxt for
Platte County Question 1
..August, Stn, 2000 Ballot Issue
-Whereas: -~ _ ~ - .
• The citizens of Platte County are in serious need of parks, trails
and storm water control.
• Platte County is far`below national standards for park and reG
reation amenities.-
•Platte County does not have a trails system. -
• The growth in Platte County cries out for recreational opportuni-
ties -for. our young people and. tfieir families.
• The senior citizens of Platte County-are in need of facilities to
congregate; exercise; and enjoy passive recreational activities.
• Athletics and .passive. recreational opportunities. are proven
positive outlets to keep our children out of harms way..
• The proposed plan is good for all of Platte County and has had
- thoughtful and thorough input from our citizens.
• Tlie -plan has evaluated. cost effective partnership opportunities.
The proposed 1I2-cent sales tax is a responsible and reasonable
fundrng.source :for this .important pro'ect: This taz does -not
raise our current sales tax rate. It ~ mer-ely replace and exist-
ing tax.
• -These amenities.will add greatly to our quality of life and make
Platte County more attractive for~prospective residents and im-
prove economic- development opportunities.
Endorsed by ,~.~~~ Date ~ ~ ~oaa