J 34: Commemorating the 170th Anniversary of the Village of Dexter, New York, in 2025

 Senate Resolution No. 34 BY: Senator WALCZYK COMMEMORATING the 170th Anniversary of the Village of Dexter, New York, in 2025 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 170th Anniversary of the Village of Dexter, New York; and WHEREAS, Originally called Fish Island, Dexter was named after one of the village's businessmen, stockholders, and politicians, Simon Newton Dexter; Dexter became an incorporated village in 1855 with a population of approximately 528 inhabitants; today, this small community has only approximately 1,100 residents; and WHEREAS, The Village of Dexter is adjacent to the Black River, near Black River Bay, an extension of Lake Ontario; it is bordered on the south by the Town of Hounsfield, and Watertown is to the east; it is situated in the west-central part of Jefferson County and at the southern part of the Town of Brownville; and WHEREAS, There are many types of outdoor activities in the Dexter area, including fishing, boating, camping, canoeing, and whitewater rafting; and WHEREAS, The Dexter Universalist Church was listed on the United States National Register of Historic Places in 2003; and WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Village of Dexter continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents; and WHEREAS, The residents of the Village of Dexter have a bright outlook for the future of their community which remains a beautiful place in which to live, raise a family, conduct business, and enjoy the natural beauty and historical sites that make this sector of New York State a charming and welcoming community; and WHEREAS, In recognition of Dexter's rich history and enduring contribution to the State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to pay tribute to this spirited village upon the occasion of its 170th Anniversary; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 170th Anniversary of the Village of Dexter, 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 the Village of Dexter.