NYPA Makes Leadership Donation to Massena Bicentennial Celebration
Contact Bob Hadler (315)764-0226, Ext. 300 hadler.b@nypa.gov
April 18, 2001
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MASSENA—The New York Power Authority (NYPA) Wednesday made the first contribution to be received for the Massena Bicentennial Celebration. The leadership donation, for $25,000, was presented by Ronald W. Ciamaga, the Power Authority’s regional manager for Northern New York, to Massena Town Supervisor Jack R. Sauve, at Town Hall.
"With support ranging from the Massena Rescue Squad to the Massena Hospital, and now the Bicentennial, the Power Authority makes this leadership gift to continue our long and important tradition of involvement in the Massena community," said Ciamaga. "On behalf of Chairman Joseph J. Seymour, the other trustees and the staff at the St. Lawrence-Franklin D. Roosevelt Power Project, we hope this donation will kick-off a successful Massena Bicentennial Celebration.
"We are grateful for this charter donation from the Power Authority as it symbolizes the spirit of generosity needed to realize this historic celebration honoring Massena’s great accomplishments," said Sauve.
"As Bicentennial Chairman, I knew there would be surprises along the way, but none is more appreciated than this wonderful action by a longstanding community partner like the Power Authority," said Doug Huntley, chairman of the Massena Bicentennial Celebration. This donation was unannounced until it was presented today.
The historic connection between the Power Authority and Massena is strengthened today with this gift to start the important fundraising needed for the Bicentennial," said Senator Raymond A. Meier (R-Western).
"Next year, as we watch the fireworks, hear the marching bands and enjoy all the wonderful activities, we can be thankful to the lead sponsor, the New York Power Authority, for initiating the support that made the Bicentennial events happen," said Assemblyman Chris Ortloff (R-Plattsburgh).
The Massena Bicentennial Committee is planning over a week of events from July 4-13, 2002. NYPA’s lead donation will be used towards the administrative expenses associated with organizing the Bicentennial. While plans are still under development, activities being considered are fireworks, concerts, parades, a block dance and car club show, and special commemorative days sponsored by area businesses and organizations.
