THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF PENNSYLVANIA

SENATE RESOLUTION

INTRODUCED BY WASHINGTON, O'PAKE, KITCHEN, HUGHES AND TARTAGLIONE, FEBRUARY 9, 2010

INTRODUCED AND ADOPTED, FEBRUARY 9, 2010  

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing, honoring and celebrating Chestnut Hill in the City

of Philadelphia upon its selection by the National Trust for

Historic Preservation as one of the 2010 Dozen Distinctive

Destinations.

WHEREAS, The Dozen Distinctive Destinations program of the

National Trust for Historic Preservation recognizes unique

cities and towns across the country working to preserve historic

character, promote heritage tourism, enhance community and

encourage others to enjoy all they have to offer; and

WHEREAS, Each year since 2000, the Dozen Distinctive

Destinations program has recognized authentic visitor

experiences created where a dynamic downtown, diverse cultural

activities, attractive architecture and a strong commitment to

historic preservation, sustainability and revitalization are all

present; and

WHEREAS, Chestnut Hill's unique characteristics include the

green ethic and heritage tourism infrastructure associated with

its dynamic downtown and preservation commitment; and

WHEREAS, With its historic character and charm as well as its

varied activities and broad appeal to individuals, couples and

families, Chestnut Hill exemplifies all that the City of

Philadelphia can and should be; and

WHEREAS, The National Trust for Historic Preservation is

promoting Chestnut Hill on a dedicated web page on its Internet

website, which more than 200,000 visitors access per month; and

WHEREAS, The National Trust for Historic Preservation is

further promoting Chestnut Hill with a feature story in its

award-winning magazine, Preservation; and

WHEREAS, Through February 28, 2010, members of the public are

voting online for a Fan Favorite among the 2010 destinations at

www.chestnuthillpa.com; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That the Senate recognize, honor and celebrate

Chestnut Hill in the City of Philadelphia upon its selection by

the National Trust for Historic Preservation as one of the 2010

Dozen Distinctive Destinations; and be it further

RESOLVED, That a copy of this resolution be transmitted to

the Chestnut Hill Business Association at the Chestnut Hill

Visitor's Center, 8426 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia PA 19118.