Jamestown City Council Finance Committee Chair has described the proposed 2025 budget as "hard and painful." Council member Brent Sheldon said the City Comptroller and Departments Heads have tried to keep the tax increase low, "But this proposed … [Read more...]
Phase IV Of Overland Trail Revitalization Complete
Another phase of a revitalization project on overland trails in Chautauqua County has been completed. The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, Chautauqua County Parks Department, and the Chautauqua County Partnership for … [Read more...]
Mayor Ecklund Says 2025 Budget Is ‘Tough’
Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund says the 2025 budget is a "tough one." Ecklund will present her executive budget at 4:00 p.m. today. in the Police Training Room on the fourth floor of City Hall. At the City Council work session Monday night, … [Read more...]
Officials Sign Agreement To Do Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study
Federal and local officials gathered in Mayville Monday to sign a partnership agreement to do the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study. The study is designed to address aquatic impairments of the lake’s ecosystem. While … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Asks State For Clarification on Electric Bus Mandate
State Senator George Borrello is looking for clarification on the state's electric bus mandate after voters defeated a proposal in the Bemus Point School District. Borrello wrote a letter to Governor Kathy Hochul following the defeat of an … [Read more...]
CHQ Chamber Awards Banquet To Recognize Local Businesses
CHQ Chamber will recognize local businesses during its annual Chamber Awards banquet on October 10. The event will take place this Thursday at the Williams Center at SUNY Fredonia. CHQ Chamber has reimagined its awards process, following a full … [Read more...]
City, CODE To Apply For Grant To Rehabilitate Vacant Housing
The City of Jamestown and CODE Inc. want to apply for a grant to rehabilitate vacant housing units. Jamestown City Council will review a request for the Department of Development and Citizens Opportunity for Development and Equality Inc. to apply … [Read more...]
The Resource Center To Receive Transportation Funding
The Resource Center will receive transportation funding. Governor Kathy Hochul announced the award of $52.1 million to enhance the mobility of older citizens and people with disabilities in New York State. The Chautauqua County Chapter of … [Read more...]
County To Receive Funding From Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant Program
Chautauqua County is receiving $172,413 from the Domestic Terrorism Prevention Grant Program. Funds allocated through this program are aimed at enhancing the State’s nation leading efforts to prevent domestic terrorism and targeted violence across … [Read more...]
Jamestown Parks To Begin Winterizing City Parks, Properties
The Jamestown Parks Department has begun preparing city parks and public properties for the winter season. In preparation for the colder weather, the Parks Department is removing damaged tables and garbage receptacles from parks and public spaces … [Read more...]
