LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the City
of Middletown, New York, in 2013

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 125th Anniversary of the City of Middletown, New York; this
auspicious occasion will be celebrated with a spectacular parade to be
held on Saturday, June 29, 2013, in Middletown, New York; and
WHEREAS, The Middletown, New York area was settled around 1744; the
community became a village in 1848 and was incorporated as a city on
June 29, 1888; and
WHEREAS, During 2013, number of outstanding events will be held in
Middletown, New York, to celebrate the city's 125th Anniversary, includ-
ing an opening of a time capsule in one of the stones at city hall, a
school district concert at the historic Paramount Theatre, the holding
of the Hoboken International Film Festival and a Classic 10K race; and
WHEREAS, On the actual 125th Anniversary date of the city's founding,
June 29, 2013, a special celebration parade will be held during the day
and a fireworks show in Fancher-Davidge Park performed in the evening;
and
WHEREAS, The 125th Anniversary parade will coincide with the annual
City of Middletown's Stars and Stripes celebration; the Middies Marching
Band and the school's Reserve Officers' Training Corps, along with other
student groups, will also march in this spectacular parade; and
WHEREAS, In recognition of the rich history and enduring contribution
of the City of Middletown to the heritage of the State of New York, it
is the intent of this Legislative Body to join in commemorating the
125th Anniversary of the City of Middletown 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 125th Anniversary of the City of Middletown, New York,
in 2013; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the City of Middletown, New York.