CC Resolution 1998-088^ T RESOLUTION NO.98-85
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LA QUINTA SUPPORTING RIVERSIDE COUNTY IN THEIR
APPLICATION FOR A FEDERAL EMPOWERMENT
DESIGNATION ZONE FOR EASTERN RIVERSIDE COUNTY
WHEREAS, the City of La Quinta received a request from the Riverside County
Economic Development Agency to support their application for a Federal Empowerment
Zone designation; and,
WHEREAS, a portion of the City of La Quinta is within the boundaries of the
proposed Empowerment Zone; and,
WHEREAS, there are several advantages for being included within an
Empowerment Zone including: Tax Exempt Facility Bonds, Social Service Block Grants,
and special consideration when applying for various Federal funding; and,
WHEREAS, many community service organizations and agencies currently
providing various programs and services in the proposed Empowerment Zone area have
offices or facilities within the City limits of La Quinta; and,
WHEREAS, there will only be a total of 5 rural" Empowerment Zone designations
awarded nationwide, and community-wide support is an essential component of any
application
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of La
Quinta fully supports the County of Riverside's efforts in receiving a Federal Empowerment
Zone designation.
PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED THIS 15TH day of August 1995 by the
following vote:
AYES: Council Members Henderson, Perkins, Sniff, Mayor Pena
NOES: None
ABSENT: Council Member Adolph
ABSTAIN: None
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JOHN J.(2%,May*ThQ *
City of La Quinta, California
A E T:
AUNDRA L. JUHOL City Clerk
City of La Quinta, California
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DAWN C. HON EYWE**: *ity Attorney
City of La Quinta, California
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