Honor Bayville's 100th Anniversary

Senate Resolution No. 929 BY: Senator GAUGHRAN COMMEMORATING the 100th Anniversary of the Village of Bayville, New York WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor and commemorate the distinguished histories of the communities which comprise the noble body of this great Empire State; and WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Village of Bayville, New York, to be celebrated with a myriad of events throughout the year beginning with an Opening Reception on Saturday, March 30, 2019, at St. Gertrude's Parish Center; and WHEREAS, The village of Bayville is a small hamlet located on the north shore of Nassau County, overlooking Long Island Sound; this beautiful community boasts picturesque cliffs which stand above the sound, panoramic water views of Connecticut, and sandy beaches for all to enjoy; and WHEREAS, The history of Bayville began in 1658, when, with the permission of the Crown of England, the land was purchased from the Matinecock Indian tribe by Daniel Whitehead, an Oyster Bay settler; a few years later, the land was divided into lots and sold to be used as pastures; in 1754, a road, now known as Bayville Avenue, was surveyed from Beaver Swamp through Bayville to Centre Island, becoming the main route through the area for many years; and WHEREAS, Throughout the years, various industries thrived in Bayville, among them shellfish harvesting, sand and gravel mining, and asparagus farming; over a period of time, the Village became a summer resort and playground for vacationers from the surrounding areas; and WHEREAS, At the dawn of the 19th Century, Bayville was becoming a popular summer community and resort destination; one popular attraction located opposite Oak Neck Beach was a casino which housed a roller-skating rink, dining room, and dance hall; and WHEREAS, Residences included summer homes and beach cottages as well as magnificent estates with beautiful rolling lawns and gardens; the construction of these homes and mansions brought a wave of new faces, including immigrants from Europe, tradesmen, and household help, which significantly increased the local population; and WHEREAS, Perhaps the most recognizable symbol of the village of Bayville is the bridge that connects the east end of Bayville to Mill Neck; over the years, there have been four bridges constructed or renovated between Bayville and Mill Neck to ease the traffic flow and provide direct access to the Oyster Bay area; since the bridge is the first image of the Bayville peninsula seen by residents or travelers returning from Oyster Bay, this icon remains a welcome sight for many as they approach the area; and WHEREAS, Ferry service from Bayville to New York City and Stamford, Connecticut, was available to residents and tourists alike, and in 1917, the Wenck Marine Corporation offered regular daily crossings from Ferry Beach in Bayville to both Rye and Stamford; and WHEREAS, The Bayville community provides a superb environment in which to dwell and raise a family; today's residents are proud to boast that they and their families live, play, and thrive in Bayville; and WHEREAS, The residents of Bayville truly enjoy the best of both worlds, the solitude of a relatively small village and the unsurpassed excitement of one of the world's major cities; and WHEREAS, Remaining fruitful over the ebb and flow of decades of growth and change, the Village of Bayville continues its commitment to enhancing the quality of life of its citizens, ensuring a positive business, institutional and educational climate, and providing all essential services; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the Village of Bayville, New York, recognizing the significance of the role it continues to play in the life of the community of the State of New York; and be it further RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be transmitted to Robert E. De Natale, Mayor, Village of Bayville, New York.