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TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 1998 of Martinsville's personnel to be involved in any way. He went on to state that there must be a cooperation agreement drafted between the City and the Town, but that this would not be used unless a taking of property had to occur. He emphasized strongly, however, that there was no anticipation of the need for such a taking, and that in the event such a thing had to be done it would only occur if the Town Council of Stuart requested such an action by Resolution, on their behalf. Mr. Poore also noted that the Authority must first approve the developmev"" plan for the work. Upon a question from Mrs. Haskell, Mr. Poore confirmed that assistance grated under the action requested tonight would only constitute general agreement to have the City Housing Authority assist the Town of Stuart, and that the details of the project plan would be formulated and sent to them later. Council Member Haskell asked whether there was any financial or legal liability for the City in this matter, and Mr. Poore responded that there was absolutely no financial liability, and that the only legal liability might be that which would occur if a taking of land became necessary, which would only occur at the request of the Town Council of Stuart. City Attorney David Worthy noted that there were provisions in the agreement for the Town of Smart to fully indemnify the City, and that the City would have the protection of sovereign immunity in this matter as well. Council Member Teague observed that this was an excellent opportunity for the two jurisdictions to work together for the common good, and Vice-Mayor agreed, saying the City should do all it could to help out. Ms. Haskell stated that such an investment should render significant improvement results. The Mayor asked when the work would be done and was told that it would occur within the next twelve months. Upon motion duly seconded, and by unanimous vote the Martinsville Redevelopment and Housing Authority agreed to assist the Town of Smart in its application for and implementation of a Community Development Block Grant for Redevelopment of Downtown Smart. The MRHA then adjourned and reconvened as the City Council. Council next considered authorization of Phase II of the Rives Road Industrial Park demolition project. Mr. Tom Harned, Assistant to the City Manager for Development, came fortyard to discuss the progress of the Rives Road Industrial Park demolition project, and ask for authorization to move ahead on the second and