J 39: Commemorating the 225th Anniversary of the Town of Turin, New York, in 2025

 Senate Resolution No. 39 BY: Senator WALCZYK COMMEMORATING the 225th Anniversary of the Town of Turin, 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 225th Anniversary of the Town of Turin, New York; and WHEREAS, The Town of Turin, New York, was established from the Town of Mexico on April 14, 1800; its name originated from the Capital of the Kingdom of Sardinia; and WHEREAS, Most of the early settlers, most of whom were farmers, came from downstate New York and the State of Connecticut; and WHEREAS, Throughout the 1840s and 1850s, the Lewis County Fair was held in the Town of Turin; and WHEREAS, The region's economy was tremendously boosted by the Turin Canning and Pickling Company, which was in existence from 1885-1910, employing 150 adult residents of the Town of Turin full-time; 30,000 quarts of various berries were canned, 600,000 cans of corn were produced, and numerous other locally grown vegetables were processed; and WHEREAS, The eastern town line is defined by the Black River, and part of the Town of Turin is on the Tug Hill Plateau; and WHEREAS, The Town of Turin is now known for outdoor recreational opportunities for skiing and snowboarding enthusiasts; and WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Town of Turin continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents; and WHEREAS, The residents of the Town of Turin 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 Turin's rich history and enduring contribution to the State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to pay tribute to this spirited Town upon the occasion of its 225th Anniversary; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 225th Anniversary of the Town of Turin, 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 Town of Turin.