Bill Text: NY K00275 | 2023-2024 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Commemorating the 202nd Anniversary of the Town of LaGrange on February 9, 2023
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2023-04-17 - adopted [K00275 Detail]
Download: New_York-2023-K00275-Introduced.html
Assembly Resolution No. 275 BY: M. of A. Beephan COMMEMORATING the 202nd Anniversary of the Town of LaGrange on February 9, 2023 WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor and commemorate the distinguished histories of the communities which comprise the noble body of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 202nd Anniversary of the Town of LaGrange on February 9, 2023; and WHEREAS, The Town of LaGrange, originally named Freedom when it was established, has a population of just over 15,000 residents; and WHEREAS, The notorious Taconic State Parkway cuts right through the center of LaGrange as travelers pass through the quaint town; and WHEREAS, An active community, LaGrange is home to Arlington High School and LaGrange Middle School; the town also holds James Baird State Park and Freedom Park; and WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Town of LaGrange continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents; and WHEREAS, The residents of the Town of LaGrange have a bright outlook for the future of their community, which remains a beautiful place in which to live and raise a family; and WHEREAS, In recognition of the Town of LaGrange's rich history and enduring contribution to the State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to pay tribute to this spirited town upon the occasion of its 202nd Anniversary; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 202nd Anniversary of the Town of LaGrange on February 9, 2023, recognizing the significance of the role it continues to play in the life of the community of the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to the Town of LaGrange.