HomeMy WebLinkAbout2026-05-01-R RESOLUTION NO.2026-05-01-R
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS FOR
VARIOUS GRANTS; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
WHEREAS,the City of Batesville recognizes the importance of increasing safe pedestrian
connectivity between key�destinations in Batesville for the safety,mobility and quality of life.of
its residents;
WHEREAS,the City of Batesville understands that Federal TAP (Transportation Alternative
Program) funds are available through ARDOT at an 80%federal/20% local match to improve or
develop sidewalks;
WHEREAS, the City of Batesville will apply for the TAP grant in order to construct a 10' side
path connecting the existing Greenway near the Batesville Community Center at Myers Avenue
to the commercial district on Harrison Street through the new River Town development on the
site of the former Batesville Country Club, for the maximum request amount of$500,000 from
ARDOT and a minimum 20%match of$125,100 from the City for a minimum total project cost
of$625,100;
WHEREAS, the developer of River Town has agreed to provide the required matching funds for
the proposed Greenway extension, such that the City.of Batesville will incur no costs associated
with the construction thereof;
WHEREAS,the City Council of the City of Batesville,having heard evidence as to the
importance of the following grant funds and the role they would play in the City of Batesville,
wishes to submit an application to be the recipient of such grants.
NOW, THEREFORE, be it resolved by the City Council of the City of Batesville, Arkansas:
Section 1. That the Batesville City Council hereby approves the submission of applications for
the following grant and authorizes the Mayor to execute any such documentation necessary to
complete said application.
1. The ARDOT TAP Grant,
Section 2. That the Batesville City Council believes that these grants align with the City's needs
and will greatly benefit the community.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 11th day of May,2026.
or o Batesville
ATTEST:
(Jity Clerk