Happy Birthday, Franklin County! The year 2008 marks the 200th anniversary of the founding of Franklin County, New York. On March 11, 1808, the county of Franklin was formed from Clinton County.
The Franklin County Bicentennial Commission is planning events throughout the year to celebrate the county's Bicentennial. Visit www.franklincounty200.com for a full calendar of events.
The Bicentennial Commission consists of the following members:
Wanda D. Murtah, chairperson
James Feeley, co-chair
Hon. Robert G. Main, Jr.
Earl Lavoie
Tim Burpoe
Jack Pelkey
Bryon Varin
Neil Seymour
Anne Werley Smallman
Tracey Fountain
Debra Leabo-King
Cheryl Learned
Terry DeCarr
Timothy Hullquist
Pat Maneely