Assembly Resolution No. 603

BY: M. of A. Bronson

COMMEMORATING the 200th Anniversary of the Town of
Chili, 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 Chili; and

WHEREAS, This momentous occasion will be celebrated at a
Bicentennial Gala on Saturday, March 5, 2022, at the Chili Country Club
where people can dine, dance, shop, and view local historical artifacts;
and

WHEREAS, Named after the country of Chile, the first recorded
settlement of Chili was made as early as 1792 by Joseph Morgan and his
family near the southeast corner of the Town; and

WHEREAS, Located on the Genesee River and bordering the city of
Rochester in the County of Monroe, the Town of Chili was recognized as
sovereign from the larger Town of Riga on February 22, 1822; and

WHEREAS, Rich in history, Chili was once home to the hunting ground
of Seneca Native Americans and North Chili was a stop on the Underground
Railroad; and

WHEREAS, Remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of
growth and change, the Town of Chili, under the able leadership of
Supervisor David Dunning, 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 Chili, New York,
recognizing the significance of the role it continues to play in the
life of the communities of the State of New York; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be
transmitted to David Dunning, Supervisor, Town of Chili, New York.