HomeMy WebLinkAbout22-172 Resolution No. 22-172
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING SUPPORT AND PERMISSION FOR INCLUSION OF THE TROUT PARK,
SLADE AVENUE PARK,VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK AND KIMBALL STREET DAM
ACCESS SITES IN THE FABULOUS FOX! WATER TRAIL
WHEREAS,the Fox River is recognized as a major natural resource corridor with potential
for recreation, scenic and historic trails and for economic development of river communities; and
WHEREAS, the National Park Service's National Water Trails System is a collaborative
effort administered by the National Park Service; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin enjoys the beautiful and scenic Fox River as part of their
communities and as a clean, drinkable water source; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin has an outstanding open space system and is engaged in
development of river access and diverse recreational opportunities along the Fox River to serve
the needs of residents and visitors alike; and
WHEREAS, the City of Elgin encourages and supports efforts to enhance economic
development along the riverfront and revitalization of river communities; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail is to establish and interpret a
Fox River Water Trail along the 200+mile river course from the headwaters in Waukesha County,
Wisconsin to the confluence with the Illinois River in Ottawa, Illinois to provide access for all to
the natural resources, recreational opportunities, scenic beauty, and historic and cultural assets of
the Fox River Valley; and
WHEREAS, the objectives of the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail includes promoting
ecotourism and recreational opportunities throughout the River corridor, enhancing community
recognition of the unique assets of the Fox River and supporting economic development and
revitalization of river communities.
NOW,THEREFORE,BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Elgin hereby supports inclusion
of the Trout Park, Slade Avenue Park, Veterans Memorial Park, and Kimball Street Dam access
sites in the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail seeking designation as a National Water Trail as part of the
National Water Trail System.
s/David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: October 12, 2022
Adopted: October 12, 2022
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
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