LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION commemorating the 50th Anniversary of WLNG on
August 13, 2013

WHEREAS, The quality and character of life in this great Empire State is
indelibly enriched by the faithful and untiring efforts of those radio
stations which have helped shape the history of broadcasting in their
area; and
WHEREAS, Attendant to such concern, and in full accord with its long-
standing traditions, this Legislative Body is justly proud to commem-
orate the 50th Anniversary of WLNG on Tuesday, August 13, 2013; and
WHEREAS, For five decades WLNG has provided local news and covered
events with a hometown flare embraced by its community and listeners;
and
WHEREAS, Originally serving the Hamptons and Eastern Long Island, WLNG
first aired on August 13, 1963 at 1600 AM, and in 1969, WLNG 92.1 FM hit
the airways; today WLNG can be heard in the towns of Brookhaven, as well
as the coastline of Connecticut and Rhode Island; and
WHEREAS, Active within the community, WLNG is known for volunteering
at blood drives, fundraising for local cancer patients, and broadcasting
such events as high school football games; and
WHEREAS, In 1986, 1995, and 2004, WLNG was the flagship station for
the U.S. Men's Golf Open at the Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southamp-
tom, New York; and
WHEREAS, Recognized for its outstanding service, WLNG received the
National Association of Broadcasters Crystal Radio Award in 1993; and
WHEREAS, Paul Sidney began his illustrious career with WLNG in January
of 1964, and served as General Manager/President until his death in
2009; he had many accomplishments throughout his time with WLNG, and in
2007, was inducted into the New York Broadcasting Association Hall of
Fame; and
WHEREAS, In addition, Gary Sapiane, present General Manager/President,
and Rusty Potz, Executive Vice President/Sales Manager, have both served
WLNG for more than 30 years; and
WHEREAS, WLNG remains a reliable source and unique voice to its faith-
ful listeners; and
WHEREAS, This Legislative Body would like to extend its highest
commendation to WLNG in recognition of its history of achievement, inno-
vation and service to its community and the State of New York; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
commemorate the 50th Anniversary of WLNG; and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to WLNG.