J 62: Commemorating the 175th Anniversary of the Town of Montague, New York

 Senate Resolution No. 62 BY: Senator WALCZYK COMMEMORATING the 175th Anniversary of the Town of Montague, 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 175th Anniversary of the Town of Montague, New York; and WHEREAS, The Town of Montague was incorporated on November 14, 1850, and formed from part of West Turin; and WHEREAS, The population of the Town of Montague grew to 975 in 1880 due to the sawmill and cheese industries; and WHEREAS, Located on the Tug Hill and surrounded by natural beauty, the town was named after Mary Montague Pierpoint, whose father owned the land where Montague is currently located; and WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Town of Montague continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents; and WHEREAS, Today, the residents of the Town of Montague have a bright outlook for the future of their community, which remains a beautiful place in which to live and raise a family; and WHEREAS, In recognition of the Town of Montague'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 175th Anniversary; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 175th Anniversary of the Town of Montague, recognizing the significance of the role it continues to play in the life of the community 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 Montague, New York.