R-2359-1-05RESOLUTION NO. 2359-1-05(R)
' A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN
COUNTY, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF
TEXAS, TO ACCEPT THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) GRANT AWARD;
AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the residents of the City of Allen and neighbors to have safe streets
within the incorporated limits of the City of Allen; and,
WHEREAS, the City of Allen's streets become unsafe when vehicles drive in excess of the posted speed
limit and when seatbelts are not worn in violation of Texas Law; and,
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City of Allen to take proactive measures to insure that the citizens and
visitors of the City of Allen are safe when driving on City streets and highways.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN,
COLLIN COUNTY, TEXAS, THAT:
SECTION 1. The City of Allen has agreed that in the event of loss or misuse of the Selective Traffic
Enforcement Grant the funds will be returned to the State of Texas, Department of Transportation in part or in
full.
SECTION 2. The City Manager is hereby authorized to apply for, accept, reject, alter, or terminate a grant
from the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Department of Transportation to assist the City of Allen and
the Allen Police Department to fund a Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.
SECTION 3. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon its passage.
DULY PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALLEN, COLLIN
COUNTY, TEXAS, ON THIS THE 1Im DAY OF JANUARY, 2005.
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Stephen errell, MAYOR
ATTEST:
Shelley B. George, TRMC, CITY SECRETARY