LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating the Hamlet of Roscoe upon the
occasion of winning the World Fishing Network's Ultimate Fishing Town
contest

WHEREAS, It is the intent of this Legislative Body to honor the signif-
icant accomplishments of the communities which comprise the noble body
of this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late the Hamlet of Roscoe upon the occasion of winning the World Fishing
Network's Ultimate Fishing Town contest; and
WHEREAS, Operating 24 hours a day and seven days a week, the World
Fishing Network is the only television network dedicated to all segments
of fishing with programming that covers instruction, tips, tournaments,
travel, food, boating, outdoor lifestyle and more; and
WHEREAS, Roscoe is located in Sullivan County and is known as "Trout
Town, USA"; its choice natural setting offers anglers five of America's
top trout streams and numerous reservoirs and lakes; it is conveniently
located approximately two hours from New York City, Connecticut and New
Jersey at the gateway to the Catskill Park and surrounded by over 20,000
acres of State Forest Preserve; and
WHEREAS, Roscoe is a destination for fly-fishing enthusiasts because
of its location at the intersection of two rivers popular for trout
fishing; these famous rivers are the Beaverkill and the Willowemoc; and
WHEREAS, After more than 300 towns all across the United States were
nominated in March, a preliminary round of voting in April narrowed the
field to 20 finalists; the competition quickly became a two-town race as
Roscoe and Waddington, New York, traded places atop the leader board; in
the end, Roscoe edged Waddington by a small margin; and
WHEREAS, Because of its exceptional achievement, the Hamlet of Roscoe
has gained national prominence and truly represents the fine qualities
of this great Empire State; and
WHEREAS, The Hamlet of Roscoe's success will benefit the entire State
of New York by increasing tourism, expanding business opportunities and
spurring our economy; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
congratulate the Hamlet of Roscoe upon the occasion of winning the World
Fishing Network's Ultimate Fishing Town contest; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to Elaine Fettig, President, Roscoe-Rockland Chamber of
Commerce.