Assembly Resolution No. 295

BY: M. of A. Beephan

COMMEMORATING the 340th Anniversary of Dutchess
County on November 1, 2023

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 340th Anniversary of Dutchess County on November 1,
2023; and

WHEREAS, Dutchess County was part of the first 11 counties in the
State of New York, and it holds 20 towns and eight villages; and

WHEREAS, The highest point in Dutchess County is the summit of Brace
Mountain; and

WHEREAS, Dutchess County is home to five different colleges and 14
different school districts; and

WHEREAS, Interstate 84, Taconic and Route 9 all run through Dutchess
County which borders the Hudson River; and

WHEREAS, Located about halfway between New York City and Albany,
Dutchess County has two railroads, the Hudson Line and the Harlem Line,
and two airports used for general aviation; and

WHEREAS, Furthermore, the Dutchess County Fair, located in
Rhinebeck, is the second largest in the State of New York; and

WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and
flow of decades of growth and change, the County of Dutchess continues
to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents; and

WHEREAS, The residents of the County of Dutchess 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 County of Dutchess' 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
340th Anniversary; now, therefore, be it

RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 340th Anniversary of Dutchess County on November 1,
2023, 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 Dutchess County.