The City of Jamestown and Busti Fire Department are looking at a shared services agreement for EMS calls. Deputy Fire Chief Matt Coon presented to the Public Safety Committee on the agreement, saying that Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation … [Read more...]
City Requests Home Rule To Make Both City Court Judge Positions Elected
The City of Jamestown is again requesting home rule from New York State to make both City Court judges elected positions. Currently, the city has one elected judge, John LaMancuso, who was sworn in January 1, 2024. The other judge is appointed … [Read more...]
Deer Population Issue Could Get Another Look In City of Jamestown
The deer population issue could be getting another look in the City of Jamestown. Resident Robert Sisley, speaking at City Council's voting session Monday night, said the deer problem in his neighborhood has been getting worse, citing over 30 deer … [Read more...]
Total 2023 Sales Tax Revenues Fall Just Shy Of Budgeted Amount for City
Total sales tax revenues fell short of what was budgeted in 2023 for the City of Jamestown. Mayor Kim Ecklund said fourth quarter sales tax revenues for 2023 were $2,099,540 with total revenues for 2023 at $8,522,825. She said that represents a … [Read more...]
Fund Balance Numbers Continue Positive Trend In City 2022 Audit
Fund balance numbers continue to be positive in the City of Jamestown's 2022 audit. Drescher & Malecki Partner Carl Widmer presented the results of the audit to Jamestown City Council Monday night. The report, which normally is presented … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council to Hear 2023 City Audit Presentation
The 2022 City of Jamestown audit will be presented to Jamestown City Council tonight. The report, which normally is presented in several months after the close of the previous fiscal year, was delayed in part due to the lack of a full-time City … [Read more...]
City of Jamestown Receives Funds To Move Forward With Marketing, Branding Initiative
The City of Jamestown may be moving forward with a marketing and branding initiative that's nearly four years in the making. Jamestown Director of Development Crystal Surdyk shared with the Jamestown Local Development Corporation Board that the … [Read more...]
Eight Projects Receive Water Quality Improvement Monies From NYS
Governor Kathy Hochul has announced more than $166 million is being awarded to 187 projects to improve water quality across the state, including projects in Chautauqua County. The Chautauqua County Soil and Water Conservation District will receive … [Read more...]
City Has About $1.4 Million Left in American Rescue Plan Funds
The City of Jamestown has about $1.4 million left in American Rescue Plan funds. Comptroller Ericka Thomas shared with City Council members a new spreadsheet on how ARP monies have been spent and noted that there are several corrections she is … [Read more...]
Shared Grant Writer Brings Over $33.9 Million In Two Years to City of Jamestown, JCC
The City of Jamestown and Jamestown Community College's shared grant writer has brought big dividends to both organizations. Grant writer Paula Pichon is now in her third year in the position under the contract. In 2022, the city and college … [Read more...]
