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Town Of Wappinger Proclamation: Native American Heritage Month
At a Regular Meeting of the Town Board of the Town of Wappinger, Dutchess County, New York, held
at Town Hall, 20 Middlebush Road, Wappingers Falls, New York, on September 25, 2023.
The meeting was called to order by Richard Thurston, Town Supervisor, and upon roll being called, the
following was recorded:
✓ Vote Record - Resolution RES -2023-128
2 Adopted Yes/Aye No/Nay Abstain Absent
❑ Adopted as Amended Richard Thurston Voter Q ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ Defeated William H. Beale Voter 2 ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ Tabled Angela Bettina Mover Q ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ Withdrawn Christopher Phillips Seconder Q ❑ ❑ ❑
Al Casella Voter 2 ❑ ❑ ❑
The following Resolution was introduced by Councilwoman Bettina and seconded by Councilman Phillips.
WHEREAS, during National Native American Heritage Month we celebrate the rich tapestry
of Indigenous peoples and honor their sacrifices, which we recognize as inextricably woven into
the history of The Town of Wappinger; and
WHEREAS, Wappinger takes its name from the Wappinger or Wappam Native Americans
who lived along the east side of the Hudson River; and
WHEREAS, Native Americans have moving stories of tragedy, triumph, and perseverance that
need to be shared with future generations; and
WHEREAS, Native Americans have enriched our heritage and continue to add to all aspects of
our society through their generosity of culture and the continued practice of teaching economic,
environmental, and cultural sustainability; and
WHEREAS, our state and country is blessed by the character and strength exemplified by the
Native Americans who have answered the call of service in our armed forces in greater numbers
per capita than any other group in the United States. We honor our Native American veterans
and those who are service in active duty for their bravery and sacrifice; and
WHEREAS, during the month of November, we honor our native peoples and recognize their
continued contributions in strengthening the diversity of our society.
NOW, THEREFORE, We, the Board of the Town of Wappinger, do hereby proclaim November
2023 as Native American Heritage Month and encourage all citizens to join in this observance.
The foregoing was put to a vote which resulted as follows:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Angela Bettina, Councilwoman
SECONDER: Christopher Phillips, Councilman
AYES: Thurston, Beale, Bettina, Phillips, Casella
Dated: Wappingers Falls, New York
9/25/2023
The Resolution is hereby duly declared Adopted.
PAOLONI, TOWN CLERK