State Senator George Borrello has officially introduced legislation to establish a financial control board in Dunkirk. He said the legislation is in response to the worsening financial crisis facing the north county city. The control board would … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Sponsoring Legislation To Create Control Board For Dunkirk
State Senator George Borrello is sponsoring legislation to create a financial control board for the City of Dunkirk. Borrello said, “The City of Dunkirk’s deteriorating fiscal situation has reached a crisis point, with structural deficits, … [Read more...]
United Way Recognizes Andy Goodell For His Support of 2-1-1 Program
The United Ways of Chautauqua County and 211 NYS CEO Kelly Dodd are recognizing Andy Goodell for his years of support championing 2-1-1 in the state assembly. 2-1-1 is a free and confidential link to health and human services offerings. It’s … [Read more...]
Andrew Molitor Sworn In As State Assemblyman For 150th District
Andrew Molitor has been officially sworn in as the new State Assemblyman representing the 150th District. The ceremony took place on Wednesday, January 1 at the Robert H. Jackson Center. Molitor said in his comments, "I am excited to serve the … [Read more...]
State Assembly, Family Court Judge Seats On The Ballot Today
Today is election day in the United States. While there is the Presidential election between Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican Former President Donald Trump, there are also county-wide and state offices on the ballot. In … [Read more...]
Past Budgeting Issues Lead To 7.79% Tax Increase in Proposed 2025 City Budget
Past budgeting issues have led to a proposed 7.79% tax increase in the City of Jamestown's 2025 budget. Mayor Kim Ecklund, presenting her first budget as mayor since taking office in January, said problems in the 2024 budget led to issues for the … [Read more...]
City Council Approves Food Truck Ordinance
A food truck ordinance has been passed by Jamestown City Council. The city had been operating under a pilot ordinance put into place in 2020. Council approved an amendment to the ordinance proposed by Council Member at Large Jeff Russell that … [Read more...]
City Council To Vote on Food Truck Ordinance, Splash Fund Allocation
Jamestown City Council will not be voting on a resolution tonight to ask the State Comptroller to investigate the receipt of retiree benefits by a former City Court Judge, in addition to seeking restitution of those benefits. Mayor Kim Ecklund … [Read more...]
Former City Court Judge Accuses City of Defamation
A former City Court Judge and current County Legislator is accusing the City of Jamestown of defamation. Fred Larson, who served as City Court Judge from 2014 to 2021, spoke before Jamestown City Council Monday night in response to a resolution … [Read more...]
Candidates for 150th State Assembly Pledge To Maintain Use of Chautauqua Lake
The two candidates for the 150th State Assembly seat are looking at ways to maintain use of Chautauqua Lake while addressing New York State’s Freshwater Wetlands Act. Democrat Michael Bobseine and Republican Andrew Molitor have similar goals but … [Read more...]
