Jamestown City Council will review a proposal to bond for $6.9 million for capital improvements to City facilities. According to a staff report, the projects include Municipal Building Roof & Façade; security enhancements, window replacements, … [Read more...]
City Council Candidate Isaiah Rashad Steps Down From Campaign
Democratic candidate for Jamestown City Council at Large Isaiah Rashad has stepped down from the race due to health issues. Rashad said in a statement to WRFA, "The reason for this decision did not come lightly, nor quickly, however. A month ago I … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy To Present on Chadakoin River Work to City Council
Jamestown City Council will receive an update on work that's been done on the Chadakoin River. Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Conservation Director Twan Leenders will present on the river project during the full work session. The CWC has … [Read more...]
E-Scooters Now Available To Rent in Jamestown
E-scooters will be available to rent starting today in Jamestown. Bird, the company contracted to provide e-bikes and e-scooters in the city, announced it's launching the transportation option today that can be activated through Bird’s free mobile … [Read more...]
Some City Council Member Vote Against Mayor Vehicle Lease, Citing Budget Concerns
Concerns about the 2024 budget are why some Jamestown City Council members voted against renewing a lease for the Mayor's vehicle. The resolution to renew a lease for a 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer with Ed Shults Chevrolet for $12,204 that replaces … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Approves Ordinance Allowing Ticketing For Housing Code Violations
Jamestown City Council unanimously approved an ordinance that the city hopes will help resolve housing code violations in a more timely manner. The ordinance establishes a new chapter in the City Code to allow direct "Quality of Life Ticketing" by … [Read more...]
City Council to Vote on Quality of Life Ticketing Ordinance
Jamestown City Council will vote tonight on an ordinance to allow ticketing for housing code violations. The ordinance will establish a new chapter in the City Code to allow direct "Quality of Life Ticketing" by Housing Code Enforcement … [Read more...]
JLDC Won’t Vote This Month on Allocating $1.5 Million in Non-Profit Assistance Grant Funds
The Jamestown Local Development Corporation does not expect to vote on allocating the $1.5 million in Non-Profit Assistance Grant funds this month. JLDC Board member and City Council President Tony Dolce said there isn't a quorum for possible … [Read more...]
‘Quality of Life’ Ticketing Proposal Expected to Be Voted On This Month
A new "Quality of Life" ticketing proposal is expected to be on the Jamestown City Council's voting agenda this month. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk shared additional updates to the proposal that would allow Housing Code Enforcement … [Read more...]
City Council To Hear Proposal for Work on Springdale Avenue
Jamestown City Council will review a resolution to do street work on Springdale Avenue at its work session tonight. The resolution stems for a petition from residents of the street that asks the City to make repairs to the street. It also follows … [Read more...]
