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History
- Signed chap.368
- Delivered to governor
- Returned to senate
- Passed assembly
- Ordered to third reading cal.796
- Substituted for A8549
- Referred to ways and means
- Delivered to assembly
- Passed senateVote 60–0
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.901
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- Referred to transportation
- Referred to rules
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Designates that portion of state route 208 in the village of Washingtonville, Orange county, as "John Spear Way"
Assembly Floor Calendar · Sponsor James Skoufis
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Title of bill
An act to amend the highway law, in relation to designating a portion of the state highway system as "John Spear Way"
Purpose
To designate that portion of state route 208 in the village of Washingtonville, Orange county, as "John Spear Way"
Summary of provisions
Section 1: Amends the Highway Law by adding a new section 344-e which prescribes the designation of the a portion of the state highway system as "John Spear Way"
Section 2: Provides for the signing and maintenance of this designation, and provides that this designation is of a ceremonial nature.
Section 3: Effective Date-Immediately
Justification
Throughout his exemplary life, John Spear was a pillar of the Village of Washingtonville community, which he served in many different capacities, including fifty years as a member of the Village of Washingtonville Planning Board. John was also passionate about his community and church. He founded and led the Washingtonville CYO basketball program where he helped and mentored countless children. In his professional life, John was the President of Spear Printing Company, a leader in modern printing technology, and the former editor and publisher of the Orange County Post. To all who knew him, John was a true example of citizenry, family, and community.
The Village of Washingtonville has a long history of recognizing and honoring those community members who have dedicated their lives to helping others. Naming this public highway after John Spear is a fitting tribute to one of the Village of Washingtonville's most well-respected and beloved community leaders.
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Effective date
Immediate.
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