HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 970610-S - Widening of FM 2243RESOLUTION NO. 7701010— S
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO SIGN A
RESOLUTION REQUESTING THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION TO WIDEN F.M. 2243 TO 1/4 MILE BEYOND THE
CURRENT URBANIZED DEVELOPMENT.
WHEREAS, Williamson County is the fastest growing county in the State of Texas; and
WHEREAS, Georgetown is the County Seat of Williamson County, and is experiencing
much of this growth; and
WHEREAS, the quality of life is most visible through the transportation network; and
WHEREAS, much of the transportation network within Georgetown is on the State Highway
System; and
WHEREAS, the initiation of project improvements can come either from the municipality
or from the Texas Department of Transportation;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The facts and recitations contained in the preamble of this resolution are
hereby found and declared to be true and correct, and are incorporated by reference herein and
expressly made a part hereof, as if copied verbatim. The City Council hereby finds that this
resolution implements the following policy or policies of the Century Plan - Policy Plan Element:
1. Transportation Policy End 12.0, which states: "Georgetown's transportation
system provides for the safe and efficient movement of traffic, promotes the
economic interests of the community, and adequately serves the needs of
individuals."
SECTION 2. The Texas Department of Transportation is hereby requested to initiate the
appropriate studies for the consideration of widening F.M. 2243 to 1/4 mile beyond the current
urbanized development.
SECTION 3. The Mayor is hereby authorized to execute, and the City Secretary to attest
thereto this resolution on behalf of the City of Georgetown.
SECTION 4. This resolution shall be effective immediately upon adoption.
F.M.2243 Widening Resolution No. - `40610 —s
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RESOLVED this /d/-�,- day of -TUOe
Approved:
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Leo Wood,—Mayor
Approved as to form:
Marianne Landers Banks, City Attorney
F.M.2243 Widening Resolution No.
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Attest:
Sandra D. Lee, City Secretary