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RESOLUTION NO. __________ OF 2009
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE USE OF CERTAIN CITY-OWNED EQUIPMENT BY SCI-PORT DISCOVERY CENTER AND TO OTHERWISE PROVIDE WITH RESPECT THERETO.
BY:
WHEREAS, the City desires to participate in programs which, directly benefit the citizens of the City by participating in wholesome activities which serve to benefit health if the entire community; and
WHEREAS, Sci-Port Discovery Center, desires to provide a benefit and fund raiser to support its educational efforts for people of all ages to explore and actively engage in the world of mathematics, science and technology by hosting a Holiday fund raiser, the “Holiday Affair On the Red”on December 5, 2009; and
WHEREAS, Sci-Port Discovery Center has requested the use of certain city-owned tables, chairs, and trash cans during the event; and
WHEREAS, the programs and services provided by Sci-Port Discovery Center provide to benefit the education of the community which serves a public benefit and serves a public purpose.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Shreveport in due, legal and regular session convened that the use of the equipment by Sci-Port Discovery Center on December 5, 2009 during the Holiday Affair on the Red is hereby approved.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the use of the equipment by Sci-Port Discovery Center is conditioned upon the execution of an indemnity and hold harmless agreement by Sci-Port Discovery Center in favor of the City of Shreveport in a form acceptable to the Office of the City Attorney.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that if any provision or item of this resolution or the application thereof is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions, items or applications of this resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provisions, items or application, and to this end, the provisions of this resolution are hereby declared severable.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that all resolutions or parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed.
APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM:
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City Attorney's Office
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Title Date Originating Department
A RESOLUTION October 13, 2009 SPAR
AUTHORIZING THE
USE OF CERTAIN
EQUIPMENT BY Council District
SCI-PORT DISCOVERY
CENTER AND TO CITYWIDE
OTHERWISE PROVIDE
WITH RESPECT THERETO Sponsor
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Purpose
To authorize the use of 26 60” rounds tables, 5- 55 gallon trash cans, and 300 chairs by Sci-Port Discovery Center on December 5, 2009.
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Background Information
Sci-Port Discovery Center is hosting their second Holiday fund raiser on December 5, 2009. This event helps to raise funds to support the efforts of Sci-Port to provide science initiatives and programs for families and the development of curriculum-based science and math programs for educators and students served by Sci-Port Discovery Center.
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Timetable
Introduction: October 13, 2009
Final Passage: October 27, 2009
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Special Procedural Requirements
None
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Finances
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Discussion
None
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Alternatives
1. Adopt the resolution as submitted.
2. Amend the resolution.
3. Deny the resolution.
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Conclusion
Alternative Number 1 is recommended.
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FACT SHEET PREPARED BY: Shelly Ragle,
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