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IL HR1321

Resolution

Status

Passed

11/16/2010

Primary Sponsor

Bill Mitchell

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Congratulates the citizens of Clinton on the 175th anniversary of their community's founding in 1834
  • Recognizes that Jesse Fell and James Allen founded Clinton in 1834 and named it after DeWitt Clinton, governor of New York and builder of the Erie Canal
  • Notes that Clinton was platted in 1835 and grew significantly after the Illinois Central Railroad laid track through the community in 1853
  • Acknowledges Clinton's development including Weldon Springs State Park, the Industrial Park, the Clinton Nuclear Power Plant built in the 1980s, Clinton Lake, and current community amenities such as a YMCA, library, hospital, golf course, and the annual Apple and Pork Festival
  • Directs that a copy of the resolution be presented to Clinton Mayor Ed Wollet as a symbol of respect and esteem

Legislative Description

CONGRATS-CLINTON 175TH ANNIV

Last Action

Resolution Adopted

11/16/2010

Full Bill Text

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