City Council members voiced support for the purchase of a new SWAT vehicle for the Jamestown Police Department. Council heard a presentation by Police Chief Tim Jackson as well as members of the SWAT team about the need for vehicle. The cost would … [Read more...]
Deer Population Discussion to Continue in City of Jamestown
While a deer hunt will not take place in the city of Jamestown this year, the discussion of options to deal with deer overpopulation is back on the table. Council member at large Randy Daversa said he had met with Council member at large Jeff … [Read more...]
Jamestown BPU Working to Livestream Board Meetings
The Jamestown Board of Public Utilities is working on getting its Board meetings livestreamed, but not quick enough for some folks. Citizen Doug Champ, speaking at Jamestown City Council's Privilege of the Floor, said he was told by the BPU that … [Read more...]
Efforts to Help Homelessness in Jamestown Top City Council Discussions
Homelessness in Jamestown and efforts to combat it topped discussions by Jamestown City Council Monday night. Housing Committee Chair Marie Carrubba said the issue of homelessness in downtown Jamestown, including people camping under the South … [Read more...]
City Council Considers Adding More Funds to Popular Roof & Sewer Line Repair-Replacement Program
Jamestown City Council will consider adding an additional $2 million to a roof and sewer line replacement fund after demand well outpaced what was available. The Roof, Private Sewer Lateral, Private Water Line Repair/Replacement program had … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Sends Resolutions on Sidewalk Plowing, Emergency Alert System to Next Step
Resolutions regarding sidewalk plowing, eradicating Tree of Heaven along the Chadakoin River, and an emergency alert program are moving forward for a vote by Jamestown City Council. The shared services agreement between the City and Jamestown … [Read more...]
City, Jamestown Schools Proposing Shared Services Agreement to Plow Sidewalks
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist and the Jamestown Public Schools District are proposing a shared services plan to keep sidewalks clear of snow during the winter. Sundquist, with School Superintendent Dr. Kevin Whitaker, presented the proposed plan … [Read more...]
City Council Approves Hiring 3 Police Officers, 4 Firefighters
Jamestown City Council has approved hiring new three police officers and four firefighters. The new positions will be funded with $3.2 million in American Rescue Plan funds. Council President Tony Dolce said it represents a large chunk of the … [Read more...]
City Council Requesting More Info On Hiring Additional Police, Firefighters
Jamestown City Council members are requesting more clarification on a proposal to hire new Police Officers and Firefighters. The proposed hiring is part of public safety investments announced by administration and members of the City Council … [Read more...]
City Council Discusses Resolution to Contract with JLDC to Administer ARP Programs
Jamestown City Council members discussed a resolution to contract with the Jamestown Local Development Corporation to administer American Rescue Plan funded programs. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk said the proposed $500,000 for the … [Read more...]
