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J 1025

Commending the Town of Waterford upon the occasion of hosting its 26th Annual Tugboat Roundup from September 5-7, 2025

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Tedisco

A legislative resolution commends Waterford for hosting its 26th Tugboat Roundup, recognizing volunteers and sponsors and promoting local tourism and community pride.

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Bill Summary · J 1025

Summary of Bill J 1025 — Commending the Town of Waterford for the 26th Annual Tugboat Roundup

Overview

Bill J 1025 is a resolution that formally commends the Town of Waterford on the occasion of hosting its 26th Annual Tugboat Roundup, scheduled for September 5-7, 2025. The measure is classified as a resolution rather than a law and, as such, expresses formal recognition and support rather than creating or altering statutory obligations.

  • Bill Number: J 1025
  • Title: Commending the Town of Waterford upon the occasion of hosting its 26th Annual Tugboat Roundup from September 5-7, 2025
  • Status: ADOPTED
  • Introduced: May 15, 2025
  • Classification: Resolution
  • Primary Sponsor: James Tedisco

Purpose and Intent

  • Acknowledge and celebrate Waterford’s tradition of hosting the Tugboat Roundup, highlighting its 26th annual occurrence.
  • Recognize the efforts of organizers, volunteers, and participants who plan and support the event.
  • Demonstrate legislative support for local tourism, community pride, and the cultural and economic contributions such events bring to Waterford and the surrounding region.

Key Provisions

As a resolution, the bill’s substantive content is a formal expression of commendation. Specific provisions typically include:
- A statement congratulating Waterford and its residents on hosting the Tugboat Roundup.
- Recognition of the event’s history, collaboration among volunteers, sponsors, and local organizations, and its role in promoting community spirit.
- Encouragement of continued community involvement and tourism associated with the event.
- A note of best wishes for the success of the 2025 roundup (Sept 5-7).

Who/What Would Be Affected

  • The Town of Waterford, its organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and attendees of the Tugboat Roundup.
  • Local businesses and tourism-related entities that benefit from the event.
  • The broader community that may gain visibility and civic pride from the official commendation.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Introduction: May 15, 2025
  • Committee Action: Referred to Finance (May 15, 2025)
  • Legislative Progress: Reported to calendar for consideration (May 20, 2025)
  • Adoption: May 20, 2025
  • Effective Date: Typically upon adoption for resolutions; no separate effective date is specified.
  • Note: The action appears to have duplicates in the record (e.g., multiple entries for calendar reporting and adoption), which may reflect parallel readings or chamber-specific actions.

Additional Information

  • This is a ceremonial or symbolic measure, not a appropriation or regulatory change. It does not authorize expenditures or create new duties beyond formal recognition.
  • The primary sponsor is James Tedisco.

Bottom Line

Bill J 1025 provides official recognition from the legislature of Waterford’s Tugboat Roundup, underscoring the town’s longstanding community event, its positive impact on local culture and economy, and the ongoing commitment of volunteers and organizers to the success of the 2025 celebration.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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