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First place in the Most Effective Overall Planting Which Enhances a Residential Property, As Seen from the Street category was awarded to Peter and Judith Henrici, 92 ½ Pioneer Street. (Photo provided)
Pioneer Patio took first place this year for Most Attractive Floral Display in a Business Setting. (Photo provided)

Clark Foundation Announces Beautification Contest Winners

COOPERSTOWN—Pioneer Patio, Peter and Judith Henrici, and the Inn at Cooperstown took top honors in this year’s Clark Foundation Beautification Contest. Jane Forbes Clark, president of The Clark Foundation, announced the winners last week.

Since 1954, Village of Cooperstown residential and business properties are judged annually on their horticultural beautification efforts in three categories: Most Attractive Floral Display in a Business Setting; Most Effective Overall Planting Which Enhances a Residential Property, As Seen From the Street; and, Most Appropriate Residential or Business Window Box or Boxes and/or Hanging Basket or Baskets. There is a $1,000.00 award for first place; $750.00 for second place; $500.00 for third place; and $400.00 for Honorable Mention in each category.

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