Bill Text: NY K00842 | 2019-2020 | General Assembly | Introduced
Bill Title: Commemorating the 200th Anniversary of the Town of Ellicottville, New York
Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Republican 1-0)
Status: (Passed) 2020-03-10 - adopted [K00842 Detail]
Download: New_York-2019-K00842-Introduced.html
Assembly Resolution No. 842 BY: M. of A. Giglio COMMEMORATING the 200th Anniversary of the Town of Ellicottville, New York 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 200th Anniversary of the Town of Ellicottville, New York; and WHEREAS, This auspicious occasion will be celebrated with a myriad of events throughout the year, beginning with a Winter Carnival in March, followed by a Birthday Party in April, and Old Home Week in July; and WHEREAS, The Winter Carnival which will be held from March 14-15, 2020, will feature the annual Mardi Gras Parade, featuring floats with a historical theme; a reception at the Main Lodge, where residents can view Heritage Town Photos and Ski Heritage Photos, a presentation of the town's history by Mary Elizabeth Dunbar; a talk by local author and avid skier Edna Northrup; and a costume parade which will take place on the slopes of Holiday Valley; and WHEREAS, During the Bicentennial Birthday Party on April 13, 2020, Pioneer Certificates will be presented to residents at St. Paul's Lutheran Church and the town's founder, Joseph Ellicott, principal land agent of the Holland Land Company, will make a surprise appearance; and WHEREAS, Finally, the Old Home Weekend from July 17-19, 2020, will coincide with Ellicottville Central School's Annual Alumni Weekend, and will highlight a street dance, a Stroll the Streets Event, and a parade; and WHEREAS, Located in north-central part of Cattaraugus County, the Town of Ellicottville was formed in 1820; today, it is famous for its ski resorts, Holiday Valley and HoliMont; and WHEREAS, Remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Town of Ellicottville continues its commitment to enhancing the quality of life of its citizens, ensuring a positive business, institutional and educational climate, and providing all essential services; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 200th Anniversary of the Town of Ellicottville, New York, 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 Matthew McAndrew, Supervisor, Town of Ellicottville.