Covered Bridge Week Proclaimed
Shelburne, June 5, 2003 - Governor James A. Douglas, at the reception held at the Shelburne Museum by the Covered Bridge Preservation: National Best Practices Conference, read a proclamation designating the first week of June 2003 to be Vermont Covered Bridge Week in Vermont.
This event marked the culmination of the efforts of VCBS Director William McKone.
Bill suggested to the VCBS Board of Directors in May of 2002 that the Society approach the Vermont State Legislature to propose that the State declare a Vermont Covered Bridge Week to coincide with National Preservation Week. Bill McKone pursued the project which led ultimately to the governor's office and success.
The Vermont Covered Bridge Society extends thanks to Governor Douglas for his action.
to Joe Nelson, President, VCBS
Photo by Steve Miyamoto
June 5, 2003
