06-71 Resolution No. 06-71
RESOLUTION
IN SUPPORT OF GETTING TO WORK IN KANE COUNTY
WHEREAS, by connecting the workforce to area jobs, transportation is a key factor in
creating vibrant, sustainable local economies; and
WHEREAS, new job growth has been in commercial and industrial corridors in
contiguous or outlying areas not presently served by existing mass transit; and
WHEREAS, representatives of local government, business and community-based
organizations have identified specific route enhancements to extend transit service to areas of
rapid job growth, including the Randall Road Corridor from St. Charles to Algonquin and
developing a county-wide subsidized taxi service to broaden transportation coverage; and
WHEREAS, there is an opportunity to seek $950,000 in state matching funds for this
project; and
WHEREAS, these proposed route enhancements would provide access to at least 40% of
all jobs on Randall Road and 30%of businesses; and
WHEREAS, these proposed services would carry 340,000 new riders annually.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS that the City of Elgin takes a position in support of the Governor and the
Illinois General Assembly including $950,000 in matching funds for the "Getting to Work in
Kane County" project in the State of Illinois Fiscal 2007 budget and urge the Governor and
Illinois lawmakers to make funding of this project a high priority in this and upcoming
legislative sessions.
s/Ed Schock
Ed Schock,Mayor
Presented: March 22, 2006
Adopted: March 22, 2006
Vote: Yeas: 7 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/Dolonna Mecum
Dolonna Mecum, City Clerk