Dedicates a portion of the state highway system in the town of Ellenburg, county of Clinton to Samuel Trombley.
Summary
This bill amends the New York Highway Law to dedicate a specific bridge in the town of Ellenburg, Clinton County, to Samuel Trombley. The bridge is located at the intersection of State Route 11 and State Route 190, crosses the north branch of the Great Chazy River, and is identified as bridge number 1039640 971LX.
The dedication is ceremonial only. The bill directs the Commissioner of Transportation to install and maintain signage reading "Bridge Dedicated to Samuel Trombley," but expressly states that the official name of the bridge will not change and that the dedication should not disrupt commerce or create confusion. The act takes effect immediately.
Impact
The bill adds a new section 344-r to the Highway Law, creating a named dedication for one bridge within the state highway system while preserving the bridge’s official legal name. Its practical effect is limited to signage and commemorative recognition, and it imposes a duty on the Department of Transportation to provide and maintain the dedication signs.
Sentiment
The available voting history suggests broad support, with the Assembly Transportation Committee reporting the bill favorably by a 22-0 vote and referring it to Ways and Means. No committee transcript or recorded opposition is provided, and the bill’s ceremonial nature likely contributed to the lack of controversy.
Contention
There is little apparent contention in the bill itself or the available history. The only issue expressly addressed is avoiding confusion or disruption of commerce by making the dedication ceremonial rather than changing the bridge’s official name. No opposing arguments, amendments, or dissenting views are included in the record provided.