Ruggles Resolution to Mayor
December 8, 2008
Upon the recommendation of Mayor Clare Higgins and the Community Preservation
Committee.
BE IT ORDERED
WHEREAS, the project contributes to the preservation of Northampton’s historic character.
WHEREAS, the project provides a broad public benefit to the citizens of Northampton and the
region.
WHEREAS, the project preserves a historical structure in a geographical area that is historically
and culturally significant.
WHEREAS, on December 3, 2008, the Northampton Community Preservation Committee voted
7-0 to recommend $150,000 in Community Preservation Act funds be used to
support this project.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT ORDERED,
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That 150,000 be appropriated from Community Preservation Act funding to the David Ruggles
Center for Early Florence History and Underground Railroad Studies for the purchase of the
museum and education center. And, that the grantee meets the conditions substantially approved
by the Community Preservation Committee, the Mayor, and City Council.
Specifically, $150,000 is appropriated from the CPA Budgeted Reserve (account #2344930-
359930).