LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION congratulating New England Wood Pellet upon the
occasion of its designation by the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce
as the recipient of its 2010 New Business of the Year Award

WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body to recognize and
commend the achievements of individuals, organizations, and businesses
which contribute substantially to the economic health and vitality of
the communities of the great State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to congratu-
late New England Wood Pellet upon the occasion of its designation by the
Delaware County Chamber of Commerce as the recipient of its 2010 New
Business of the Year Award; and
WHEREAS, New England Wood Pellet was honored at the Chamber's Annual
Awards Dinner held on October 14, 2010 at the Hanah Country Club in
Margaretville, New York; and
WHEREAS, New England Wood Pellet was founded in Acton, Massachusetts
in 1992 by Steve Walker and expanded to Deposit, New York in 2010;
expected to begin operations in early 2011, New England Wood Pellet of
Deposit was honored as the 2010 New Business of the Year in recognition
and appreciation of its investment in and commitment to Delaware County;
and
WHEREAS, New England Wood Pellet expanded to Deposit, New York where a
manufacturing facility was established at the site of the former Norbord
Industries MDF; at the Deposit site, a 100,000 ton per year plant,
bagged and bulk fuel will be shipped; New England Wood Pellet of Deposit
has made a financial commitment in Delaware County and has created jobs
for past employees of Norbord, greatly benefiting the Deposit area and
Delaware County; and
WHEREAS, Since 1992, New England Wood Pellet has expanded to become a
leading producer and distributor of quality pellet fuels for residen-
tial, commercial and industrial heating use throughout the Northeast
United States; at its new Deposit, New York location, New England Wood
Pellet has incorporated advanced technology and design features, and
brings with it its commitment to continuous improvement; and
WHEREAS, The future growth and continued healthy development of the
economy of the communities of the State of New York are dependent on the
successful operation and commitment of businesses and industries operat-
ing within the local community; and
WHEREAS, It is the sense of this Legislative Body that when the accom-
plishments of businesses such as New England Wood Pellet are brought to
our attention it is appropriate to publicly proclaim and commend them
and their owners and employees for their outstanding professional behav-
ior, corporate innovation, and commitment and service to their communi-
ty; now, therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
honor New England Wood Pellet upon the occasion of its designation by
the Delaware County Chamber of Commerce as the recipient of its 2010 New
Business of the Year Award; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to New England Wood Pellet, 1580 Airport Road, Deposit, New
York.