Plans to finish a project to establish public sewer service around Chautauqua Lake are underway. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said Phase 3 of the South & Center Chautauqua Lake Sewer District (SCCLSD) expansion will extend public … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Jefferson Project Presentation – March 5, 2026
The Jefferson Project gave their annual presentation on research on Chautauqua Lake to the Chautauqua County Legislature on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. … [Read more...]
New Chautauqua Lake Manager To Be Introduced At Chautauqua Lake Symposium
A new Chautauqua Lake Manager will be introduced at the 2026 Chautauqua Lake Symposium on Saturday, March 21. The forum will bring together scientists, lake managers, policymakers, and stakeholders to share knowledge, align efforts, and continue … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Lakes, Waterways Grant Program Accepting Applications
The application period for Chautauqua County Lakes and Waterways Occupancy Tax Grant programs is now open. The Occupancy Tax Programs provide funding for projects involving lakes and waterways with and are funded through revenue collected through … [Read more...]
Jefferson Project Providing Update To County Legislature Tonight
The Jefferson Project will provide an update on its ongoing research during the Chautauqua County Legislature meeting tonight. The presentation is open to the public and can also be livestreamed on Chautauqua County Government’s YouTube … [Read more...]
Nearly $1 Million Awarded To Water Quality Projects In Chautauqua County
Nearly $1 million has been awarded by New York State to support water quality and climate resiliency projects in Chautauqua County. The town of Chautauqua is receiving $508,363 in Water Quality Improvement Project funding to replace the aged and … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Lake Sewer District Extension Project Receives $17.7 Million
The ongoing goal to sewer all of Chautauqua Lake received a boost from New York State thanks to a $17,785,000 grant. The Chautauqua County South and Center Sewer District is receiving the funds for the Chautauqua Lake Sewer District Phase 3 … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Oakridge Outdoors EP 97 – September 22, 2025
Craig Robbins is a NYS full-time licensed hunting and fishing guide for 25 years. Through guiding he has successfully guided thousands of fishing clients and their families on Chautauqua Lake to their fishing trip of a lifetime. As a hunting guide … [Read more...]
Bemus Point State Boat Launch, Fishing Access To Temporarily Close Sept. 2
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has announced the temporary closure of the Bemus Point State Boat Launch and Fishing Access Site located on Chautauqua Lake. The site is being closed for major site improvements and … [Read more...]
Health Department Encourages People To Stay Informed About Harmful Algal Blooms
The Chautauqua County Health Department is encouraging all residents and visitors to stay informed about Harmful Algal Blooms and to exercise caution when enjoying recreational activities on area lakes. Currently, the beach at Long Point State … [Read more...]
