HomeMy WebLinkAbout5295 RESOLUTION NO. 5,295
A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE POLICY
OF THE CITY OF LITTLE ROCK CONCERNING
ANNEXATION.
WHEREAS , the City of Little Rock recognizes that a growing urban
community has common problems, needs, and opportunities, and
WHEREAS, the solution of those common problems and the meeting
of those common needs and opportunities are best provided by people
working together in a united effort, and
WHEREAS, the City of Little Rock realizes its responsibility
toward its existing and future citizens to provide responsive
government services through orderly growth of the community, and
WHEREAS, the present Arkansas law regarding annexation denies
the municipalities of this State the opportunity to meet the demands
of urban growth.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE
CITY OF LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS.
SECTION 1. The Board of Directors reaffirms their conviction
that the residents of the proposed annexation area are a valued
part of the Little Rock Community and strongly supports and
encourages the efforts toward voluntary annexation.
SECTION 2 . The City Manager is authorized and directed to make
available staff assistance and support to residents and property
owners supporting voluntary annexation.
SECTION 3 . The Board of Directors pledges continued financial
support to provide the necessary facilities and extend needed
services into areas annexed into the City of Little Rock.
SECTION 4 . The Board of Directors supports amendments to Arkansas
Statute 19-307. 1 which would allow the municipalities of Arkansas
to meet the demands of urban growth.
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SECTION 5. This Resolution shall be in full force and effect
from and after its adoption.
Date of Adoption: December 9, 1974
ATTEST: APPROVED:
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