HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolutions - 22-17 - 09/19/2022 - Fabulous Fox! Water Trail RESOLUTION N0. 22-17
AUTHORIZING SUPPORTAND PERMISSION FOR INCLUSION OF THE MILLER'S RIVERFRONT BOAT
LAUNCH ACCESS SITE AND MILLER POINT LAUNCH IN THE FABULOUS FOX! WATER TRAIL
WHEREAS, the Fox River is recognized as a major natural resource corridor with
potential for recreation, scenic and historic trails and for economic development of river
communities; and
WHEREAS, the National Park Service's National Water Trails System is a collaborative
effort administered by the National Park Service; and
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry enjoys the beautiful and scenic Fox River as part of their
community and as a clean, drinkable water source; and
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry has an outstanding open space system and is engaged in
development of river access and diverse recreational opportunities along the Fox River to serve
the needs of residents and visitors alike; and
WHEREAS, the City of McHenry encourages and supports efforts to enhance economic
development along the riverfront and revitalization of river communities; and
WHEREAS, the mission of the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail is to establish and interpret a
Fox River Water Trail along the 200+ mile river course from the headwaters in Waukesha
County, Wisconsin to the confluence with the Illinois River in Ottawa, Illinois to provide access
for all to the natural resources, recreational opportunities, scenic beauty, and historic and
cultural assets of the Fox River Valley; and
WHEREAS, the objectives of the Fabulous Fox! Water Trail includes promoting
ecotourism and recreational opportunities throughout the River corridor, enhancing
community recognition of the unique assets of the Fox River and supporting economic
development and revitalization of river communities.
NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of McHenry hereby supports inclusion
of the Miller's Riverfront Boat Launch access site and Miller Point Launch in the Fabulous Fox!
Water Trail seeking designation as a National Water Trail as part of the National Water Trail
System.
Passed September 19, 2022.
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Wayn J tt, ayor Monte Johnso , Deputy City Clerk