Commemorating the 49th Anniversary of the Boilermaker Road Race in Utica, New York
Assembly Resolution No. 1353 is a ceremonial resolution commemorating the 49th Anniversary of the Boilermaker Road Race in Utica, New York. It recognizes the race’s history, its growth from a local celebration into a nationally known 15K event, and its role in promoting health, fitness, civic pride, and community spirit in the Mohawk Valley region.
The resolution highlights the event’s inclusive programming, including 15K and 5K races, youth runs, and a wheelchair division, as well as related activities such as the Health and Wellness Expo, opening ceremonies, military tributes, and the finish-line celebration. It also notes the Boilermaker Foundation’s year-round community efforts, including the Access Program, Charity Bib Program, and Community Garden. The resolution directs that copies be transmitted to the race and its organizing committee as an expression of legislative congratulations and appreciation.
This resolution does not change state law, create new regulatory requirements, or appropriate funds. Its legal effect is limited to formal legislative recognition of the Boilermaker Road Race and its organizers, while reinforcing the state’s support for community events, public wellness, and local civic traditions.
The sentiment surrounding the resolution is strongly positive and celebratory. The bill frames the Boilermaker Road Race as a source of pride for Utica and the broader Mohawk Valley, emphasizing its contributions to health, inclusion, volunteerism, and community identity. Because there are no recorded committee transcripts or votes, there is no evidence of opposition or controversy in the available record.
There are no notable points of contention in the available materials. The resolution is honorary in nature and appears to have been introduced to commend a long-standing local event rather than to address any disputed policy issue. With no committee debate or voting history provided, no member or stakeholder objections are identifiable from the record.