LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION recognizing the 50th Anniversary of Andover's
Independence Day Celebration

WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend certain communities that have nurtured patriotic pride among
citizens in this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, In 1960, Andover held its first large Independence Day event
in celebration of the opening of Route 2, and the switch to the New York
State Power Authority in the village and on Main Street; the first cele-
bration included drill teams from across the area, the Blue Devils Drum
Corps from Wellsville, a queen, fireworks and a parade; it has since
been a significant annual grand event in Allegany County, New York; and
WHEREAS, Community celebrations of independence reflect and reinforce
American pride in their citizens, and serve as the cornerstone of rural
communities, enhancing the quality of life in their communities; and
WHEREAS, The Golden Anniversary Celebration in Allegany County will
include the display of the Moving Wall Vietnam War Memorial, a patriotic
showcase of local talent and an enormous fireworks display; the cele-
bration's first queen, Ruth Padden Culbert, will also return to the
Independence Day parade, which will feature historical floats created by
local groups and organizations; and
WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to publicly recog-
nize those communities that have nurtured the patriotic spirit of their
residents in this great Empire State; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
recognize the 50th Anniversary of Andover's Independence Day Cele-
bration; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the Andover Fourth of July Committee.