Assembly Resolution No. 266
BY: M. of A. Beephan
COMMEMORATING the 174th Anniversary of the Town of
East Fishkill, New York, on November 29, 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 174th Anniversary of the Town of East Fishkill, New
York, on Wednesday, November 29, 2023; and
WHEREAS, Started from part of Fishkill the Town of East Fishkill is
home to the Hudson Valley Research Park, formerly known as IBM East
Fishkill, which was comprised of 27 divisions and employed almost 5,000
individuals; and
WHEREAS, Approximately 30,000 residents live in East Fishkill which
is home to the John Jay Senior High School; and
WHEREAS, The Taconic State Parkway and Interstate 84 intersect in
East Fishkill which is located in the southern middle of the 105th
Assembly District; and
WHEREAS, Of historic origin, and remaining fruitful over the ebb and
flow of decades of growth and change, the Town of East Fishkill
continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its
residents; and
WHEREAS, The residents of the Town of East Fishkill 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 East Fishkill'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 174th Anniversary; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 174th Anniversary of the Town of East Fishkill, New
York, 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 East Fishkill, New York.
