A JOINT RESOLUTION honoring the founders of the CITY of albemarle on the city's 150th anniversary.
Whereas, the City of Albemarle, the County Seat of Stanly County, celebrated 150 years of incorporation on February 2, 2007; and
Whereas, the City of Albemarle was named for George Monck, the First Duke of Albemarle and one of the eight Lords Proprietors of the Carolina Charter of 1663; and 
Whereas, Mrs. Nancy Almond Hearne donated 50 acres for the founding of Albemarle to establish the County seat; and 
Whereas, Albemarle began as a bucolic farming community and later became one of the most significant textile manufacturing communities in North Carolina; and 
Whereas, the citizens of Albemarle have made significant contributions to the social, cultural, political, and economic prosperity of the State of North Carolina; and
Whereas, Albemarle has continued to grow and prosper through the continued dedication, insight, and planning of the City's concerned leaders and citizens; and
Whereas, this occasion is worthy of celebration and should be enjoyed and supported by all North Carolinians; Now, therefore,
Be it resolved by the House of Representatives, the Senate concurring:
SECTION 1.  The General Assembly honors the memory of the founders of the City of Albemarle and congratulates the City on its 150th anniversary.
SECTION 2.  The Secretary of State shall transmit a certified copy of this resolution to the Mayor of the City of Albemarle.
SECTION 3.  This resolution is effective upon ratification.