Margaretville Lauded by State Legislature

MARGARETVILLE — The Margaretville Village Board will meet Thursday, May 8 at 4 p.m. to read from a NYS Legislative Resolution honoring the village at the 150th anniversary of its incorporation. The Resolution was passed by both the Senate and the Assembly March 20, and the village was to be honored on the floor of the Senate in Albany May 6 with Village representatives present.

The Village Board will observe the milestone May 8, the day a public vote in 1875 approved the formation of a system of governance for what had been an unincorporated hamlet. The public is warmly invited. Cake will be served.  The regular monthly meeting of the trustees will follow the reading and reception.

The Resolution, introduced by Senator Pete Oberacker (51st Senate) and Assemblyman Brian Maher (101 Assembly), provides an overview of village history and concludes, “. . . the Village of Margaretville continues to provide the quintessential quality of life for its residents (who) have a bright outlook for the future of their community. In recognition of Margaretville's rich history and enduring contribution to the State of New York, this Legislative Body is proud to pay tribute to the spirited village upon the occasion of its 150th Anniversary.”

The Sesquicentennial celebration will continue July 13, with an illustrated program on Village history at the Middletown History Center, and July 26, when a Birthday Block Party will be held on Main Street.

Businesses are encouraged to hang banners, decorate their store fronts and/or create appropriate window displays. 

For updates on the Sesquicentennial, visit villageofmargaretville.com or mtownhistory.org.