The NYS Tug Hill Commission is a small, non-regulatory state agency charged with helping local governments and citizens shape the future of the Tug Hill region.
In 1961, by act of law, New York State established the "Lake George Park" thereby designating the lake and its land drainage basin as an area so distinctive in natural qualities and scenic beauty that it is deserving of special protection.
The Authorities Budget Office (ABO) was created as an independent office pursuant to Chapter 506 of the Laws of 2009 (“The 2009 Public Authorities Reform Act”).