GOVERNOR CUOMO SIGNS LEGISLATION NAMING A PORTION OF THE STATE HIGHWAY
SYSTEM IN HONOR OF SERGEANT JAMES C. MATTESON
State Route 394 in the
Town of Ellicott, Chautauqua County, will be Renamed as the "Sergeant
James C. Matteson Memorial Highway"
Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation
(S.8855/A.10976) naming a portion of the State Highway System in honor of
Sergeant James C. Matteson. The bill designates State Route 394 in the town of
Ellicott as the "Sergeant James C. Matteson Memorial Highway".
"Sergeant Matteson made the ultimate sacrifice fighting
to protect this nation and its values," Governor Cuomo said. "I am
proud to honor his heroism and bravery with this legislation, preserving his
memory for generations to come."
Sergeant Matteson, a native of Chautauqua County, served in
the United States Army's 2nd Battalion, 2nd Infantry Regiment, 1st Infantry
Division. Sergeant Matteson tragically lost his life in service to our country
on November 12, 2004 during a ground assault in Falluja, Iraq.
Senator Catharine M.
Young said, "Sergeant Matteson is a genuine American hero whose
sacrifice for our nation inspires the deepest gratitude and respect. He lost
his life serving our country, and dedicating this portion of State Route 394 in
his honor is one way we can pay tribute to his selfless service. My thanks go
to Governor Cuomo for signing this legislation which will ensure Sergeant
Matteson's bravery and valor will not be forgotten."
Assemblyman Andrew
Goodell said, "Army Sergeant Matteson made the ultimate sacrifice to
our Country when he lost his life in 2004 during a ground assault in Iraq. By
unanimous vote, the Chautauqua County Legislature and County Executive George
Borrello supported this legislation to honor this brave Chautauqua County
native. Along with Senator Young, I am pleased to sponsor this bill, which is
but one small way to honor and remember this American hero."
