LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the Bicentennial celebration of the
Town of Antwerp, New York, July 17, 2010

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize events of
significance which exemplify the history and development of the State of
New York; and
WHEREAS, Each and every city, town, village and hamlet within its
borders proudly resonates with the rich and noble history of the State
of New York; and
WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
and commemorate the anniversary of the founding of municipalities
throughout the State, noting in turn their contributions to the fabric
and progression 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 commem-
orate the Bicentennial celebration of the Town of Antwerp, New York;
this auspicious occasion will be celebrated on Saturday, July 17, 2010,
with a parade and day of special activities; and
WHEREAS, During the Town of Antwerp's Bicentennial celebration there
are many activities planned, including a parade, band concerts, antique
tractor show, antique cars, crafts, food, vendors and entertainment all
day long; and
WHEREAS, Named after Antwerp in Belgium, the home of one of the early
investors in the town, Antwerp, New York, was created in April 1810, by
an act of the New York Legislature; and
WHEREAS, Settlement of Antwerp, New York, began in 1803; a majority of
its early settlers were Vermonters, sturdy and determined Yankees who
were drawn to the region by the representations of General Lewis R.
Morris who had extensive land holdings in the area; and
WHEREAS, In 1853, the inhabitants of the town petitioned the court of
sessions of Jefferson County for an order of incorporation, which was
approved by the voters on July 30th of that year; the village fire
department was regularly organized in 1895 and officially incorporated
on December 5, 1895; and
WHEREAS, Much of the Town of Antwerp now consists of the critically
important Fort Drum Military Reservation, a vital component of our
national defense structure; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of the rich history and enduring contribution
of the Town of Antwerp to the heritage of the State of New York, it is
the intent of this Legislative Body to join in commemorating the Bicen-
tennial Celebration of the Town of Antwerp so that present and future
generations may come to appreciate the unique significance which its
history plays in the progression of our State and Nation's evolution;
now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the Bicentennial celebration of the Town of Antwerp, New
York; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Town of Antwerp Bicentennial Planning Committee.