The Cattaraugus County Bicentennial Advisory Committee invites you to participate in the preparations of honoring this once in a lifetime event.

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Dear Community Supporters of Cattaraugus County Bicentennial,

The year 2008 marks an historic occasion - the Bicentennial of Cattaraugus County!

The Bicentennial Advisory Committee is raising awareness of the County's 200 years of adventures for its citizens and visitors. We are doing this by coordinating bicentennial celebrations to promote the county's growth while simultaneously attracting further tourism and business. Community involvement is encouraged among citizens, civic organizations, corporations and public agencies. This provides an opportunity for you to play a key role in this once-in-a-lifetime historic celebration.

Our Bicentennial Celebration will begin next year with a Kick Off event on March 11, 2008 in Ellicottville, the site of the first County Seat. Celebrations continue throughout the year, culminating with the Santa Claus Lane Parade on November 28, 2008 in Olean. We will be "piggy-backing" with some already established activities in many communities. Other items and events planned include: a County History Book, County wall hangings, self guided tours of the historic areas in the municipalities, youth projects, a Wagon Train and Stagecoach Run a parade in Salamanca, a Veterans event in Machias, and a Community Day at Onoville Marina.

Planning, promoting and coordinating such a momentous observance will require financial support from community organizations. As an important member of the Cattaraugus County community, we invite you to participate in this unforgettable celebration.

The sponsorship section includes

• Sponsorship Levels
• Sponsorship Opportunities
• Sponsorship Form

You can support the celebration in a variety of ways. If you choose a particular level, you will receive those items listed and you will be recognized as being a supporter of the Bicentennial celebration. Project or event sponsorship is also available as shown in the Sponsorship Opportunities section.

Again, we invite you to consider the sponsorship information enclosed. We look forward to hearing from you!

If you have any questions or would like additional information, please contact Cheryl O'Keefe