Commemorating the 210th Anniversary of the Town of Winfield, New York

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Griffo

Commemorates the 210th anniversary of Winfield, highlighting its agricultural heritage, key institutions, parks, and Clean Energy Community status.

ADOPTED

Overview

Jurisdiction: New York

Bill Type: Senate Resolution ( commemorative )

Bill Number: J 2341

Session: 2025-2026

Sponsor: Senator Griffo (co-sponsor)

Status: Adopted by the Senate; reported to calendar for consideration and referred to Finance earlier in the process

Purpose: Commemorate the 210th anniversary of the Town of Winfield, Herkimer County, New York (founded in 1816)

Purpose and Intent

The resolution honors and recognizes the Town of Winfield for its historical significance, long-standing community contributions, and role in agriculture, economy, and culture within the Mohawk Valley region.

It situates Winfield within the broader context of New York’s history and commemorates its 210-year anniversary as part of the state’s 250th national anniversary celebration.

Key Provisions and Provisions’ Effects

Formal Recognition: The Legislature acknowledges and commends the Town of Winfield for its history, traditions, and ongoing contributions to the State of New York.

Local Context: The resolution highlights Winfield’s geographic location (central Mohawk Valley; borders with Litchfield and Columbia (Herkimer County), Bridgewater (Oneida County), and Plainfield (Otsego County); approx. 15 miles south of Utica).

Community Highlights:

Emphasizes Winfield’s agricultural heritage (family farms and dairy operations).
Notes the Village of West Winfield (incorporated 1898) as a hub of commerce and community life, including a NY State Police substation.
Mentions Mount Markham Central School District as a major local employer and educational provider (approx. 1,100 students).
References the Town of Winfield Memorial Park with recreational facilities, a new playground, and a nature trail.
Acknowledges the community’s designation as a Clean Energy Community, signaling environmental and sustainability efforts.

Timing: The resolution frames the 210th anniversary within the broader context of the nation’s 250th anniversary, aligning local celebration with a national milestone.

Who is Affected

Primary: Residents and officials of the Town of Winfield, Herkimer County.

Secondary: The Village of West Winfield (within Winfield), Mount Markham Central School District, local businesses, emergency services, educators, farmers, and community volunteers.

The resolution serves as formal recognition by the New York State Legislature rather than creating new regulations or funding programs.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

Referral: Referred to the Senate Finance Committee at an earlier stage.

Action History:

2026-06-03: Referred to Finance
2026-06-04: Reported to Calendar for Consideration
2026-06-04: Adopted

Effective Date: Not specified in the text, as commemorative resolutions typically take effect upon passage and publication, mainly serving an official recognition purpose.

Summary

This bill is a commemorative Senate Resolution recognizing the 210th anniversary (founded in 1816) of the Town of Winfield, New York. It highlights Winfield’s agricultural heritage, community institutions (including the Village of West Winfield and Mount Markham Central School District), public amenities (Winfield Memorial Park), and sustainability efforts (Clean Energy Community designation). The resolution expresses appreciation for the town’s historical contributions to the state and includes a formal move to transmit a copy of the engrossed resolution to local officials and residents.