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K 117

Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Town of Wappinger, New York, on May 20, 2025

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Anil Beephan

Ceremonially recognizing the Town of Wappinger’s 150th anniversary and designating May 20, 2025, as the commemorative date to celebrate the milestone.

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Bill Summary · K 117

Bill K 117: Commemorating the 150th Anniversary of the Town of Wappinger, New York, on May 20, 2025

Overview

K 117 is a resolution adopted to ceremonially commemorate the Town of Wappinger’s 150th anniversary and to mark May 20, 2025, as the anniversary date. The bill was introduced and adopted on February 24, 2025, and its primary sponsor is Anil Beephan Jr.

Purpose and Intent

  • Officially recognize and celebrate the Town of Wappinger’s 150-year history.
  • Acknowledge the community’s heritage, contributions, and achievements tied to this milestone.
  • Provide ceremonial support for observances and events surrounding the anniversary (as is typical for ceremonial resolutions of this type).

Key Provisions

  • Ceremonial acknowledgment of the 150th anniversary of the Town of Wappinger.
  • Designation of May 20, 2025, as the commemorative date for the milestone.
  • Expressions of appreciation for residents, volunteers, institutions, and local organizations involved in the town’s history and ongoing community life.
  • Language typical of ceremonial resolutions encouraging participation in celebrations (exact wording varies by final text; the intent is to publicly honor the milestone).

Affected Parties

  • The Town of Wappinger and its residents.
  • Local government offices and agencies involved in planning or acknowledging commemorative events.
  • Community organizations and historical societies may participate in or coordinate observances.

Procedural and Timeline Details

  • Introduced: February 24, 2025.
  • Adopted: February 24, 2025 (same day, indicating a swift passage).
  • Sponsor: Anil Beephan Jr. (primary).

Impact and Significance

  • Primarily ceremonial and symbolic in nature.
  • Signals official recognition of a significant town milestone, which may help foster community pride and coordinate or spotlight commemorative activities.
  • No substantive policy changes or fiscal obligations are indicated by a typical commemorative resolution of this kind (though any accompanying events could have localized costs if planned separately).

Notes

  • The bill’s content, being a resolution, focuses on recognition rather than regulatory or funding changes.
  • Date and milestone reflect the town’s historical anniversary and community celebration plans for May 20, 2025.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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