CITY OF GRAND JUNCTION, COLORADO

RESOLUTION NO. 06-17

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT A GRANT REQUEST TO THE MESA COUNTY FEDERAL MINERAL LEASE DISTRICT FOR REPLACEMENT OF STOCKER STADIUM TURF

RECITALS.

The existing artificial turf at Stocker Stadium was installed in 2007 with an 8-year life expectancy with normal use. The use of Stocker Stadium far exceeds the use of typical fields since it serves Colorado Mesa University and School District 51, as well as a number of other community groups and events.

With the extensive care and preventative maintenance plan that has been implemented since the day of installation, the current condition is at or above the life expectancy. Due to the heavy use of and ever changing weather in the Grand Valley, staff is recommending replacement at the 10-year mark.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City Council of the City of Grand Junction supports submitting the grant request to the Mesa County Federal Mineral Lease District for $200,000 for the replacement of the turf at Stocker Stadium, in accordance with and pursuant to the recitals stated above and authorizes the City Manager to enter into a grant agreement with MCFMLD if the grant is awarded.

Dated this 18^th day of January, 2017.

               /s/ Phyllis Norris    

            President of the Council

ATTEST:

/s/ Stephanie Tuin    
City Clerk