Assembly Resolution No. 854

BY: M. of A. DiPietro

COMMEMORATING the Bicentennial Anniversary of the
Towns of Holland, Aurora and Wales, New York, to be
celebrated on April 15, 2018

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; each city, town, village and hamlet within the
borders of our great Empire State proudly resonates with its rich and
noble history; and

WHEREAS, It is also the custom of this Legislative Body to recognize
and commemorate the anniversaries 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
commemorate the Bicentennial Anniversary of the Towns of Holland, Aurora
and Wales, New York, to be celebrated on Sunday, April 15, 2018; and

WHEREAS, On April 15, 1818, New York State adopted legislation
creating the Towns of Aurora, Holland, and Wales, which became effective
March 1 of the following year; and

WHEREAS, In recognition of the rich history and enduring
contributions of the Towns of Holland, Aurora and Wales to the heritage
of the State of New York, it is the intent of this Legislative Body to
join in commemorating this Bicentennial Anniversary 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 Anniversary of the Towns of Holland, Aurora
and Wales, New York, to be celebrated on April 15, 2018; and be it
further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to the Towns of Holland, Aurora and Wales, New York.