Bill > K00707

This resolution commends the Town of Waterford for hosting its 26th Annual Tugboat Roundup from September 5-7, 2025, recognizing the event's significance in celebrating maritime heritage. The resolution highlights the historical importance of tugboats, which have been crucial to maritime transportation for nearly 200 years, particularly in moving vessels through tight areas and between ports. The Tugboat Roundup is described as an annual event featuring a tug parade, boat tours, talks, competitions, fireworks, and various activities that showcase the maritime history of the Northeast Inland Waterways. The resolution also provides context about Waterford's unique location at the confluence of the Hudson and Mohawk Rivers, its status as the gateway to the Erie and Champlain Canals, and its historical significance as the oldest continually incorporated village in the United States. By recognizing this event, the legislative body aims to honor the cultural and historical development of New York State's waterways and maritime traditions.

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/K707