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Town Board of the Town of Hamburg February 23, 2026 Meeting 4.1. Honoring Longboards at Hamburg Beach and Nancy Maisano, Mark Maisano, and the Longboards Crew WHEREAS, for thirteen summers, Nancy Maisano, her husband Mark Maisano, and the entire Longboards crew enhanced the heart and soul of Hamburg Beach; and WHEREAS, Longboards at Hamburg Beach became a beloved gathering place for residents offering activities like paddleboard classes that promoted health, wellness, and appreciation for the natural beauty of our shoreline; and WHEREAS, Longboards was more than a business—at our Town of Hamburg community beach; it was a place where friendships were formed, families gathered, and generations created lasting memories; and WHEREAS, Nancy, Mark, and their dedicated crew nourished our community not only with food and refreshment but with joy and laughter through beachside breakfasts and lunches, snacks, and melting ice cream cones on warm summer days; and WHEREAS, Longboards provided meaningful summer employment opportunities for many of Hamburg’s youth, fostering responsibility, teamwork, and pride while school was out of session; and WHEREAS, the impact of Longboards at Hamburg Beach extends far beyond its physical presence, living on in the hearts of families, children, and community members who were touched by its warmth and spirit. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Town of Hamburg hereby expresses its deepest gratitude and appreciation to Nancy Maisano, Mark Maisano, and the entire Longboards crew for thirteen remarkable summers of service, dedication, and community building; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Longboards at Hamburg Beach shall be forever remembered for the gifts of memories and a sense of belonging it gave to our community, and for helping make Hamburg Beach a special place for Hamburg residents to visit. 3