HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 5250 - Established Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority - 08_22_1996RESOLUTION NO. 5250
August 22, 1996
Item #40
WHEREAS, Reese Air Force Base has been scheduled to close in September 30, 1997 by
the federal government in the BRAC 1995 base closure list; and
WHEREAS, the City of Lubbock and the County of Lubbock have established the
Lubbock/Reese Redevelopment Committee to begin the process of exploring the various
possibilities for the reuse and redevelopment of the former Reese Air Force Base; and
WHEREAS, it has now become necessary to create a Redevelopment Authority as a legal
entity for purposes of engaging in possible future contracts; NOW THEREFORE:
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LUBBOCK CITY COUNCIL AND COUNTY
COMMISSIONER'S COURT:
THAT the Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority Corporation is hereby established to
develop the former Reese Air Force Base as provided by federal law. Its duties shall include, but
are not limited to: the promotion and development of industrial, manufacturing, sales, and
service enterprises; the promotion of employment and the public welfare; educational activities;
charitable activities; and/ or all other activities permitted by law to non-profit corporations under
the laws of the State of Texas. The Lubbock Reese Redevelopment Authority Corporation is
authorized to act on the behalf of the City of Lubbock and the County of Lubbock in developing
the former Reese Air Force Base in accordance with its Articles of Incorporation and its bylaws.
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