The City of Jamestown is calling on New York State to increase municipal aid. A resolution has been reviewed by City Council requesting that the state legislature raise AIM funding, which has remain unchanged for the last 15 years. Mayor Kim … [Read more...]
NYS Expands Non-Driver ID Initiative For Released Prisoners
New York will expand its initiative that provides non-driver ID cards to individuals released from Department of Corrections and Community Supervision custody. The program is now available in all 43 State-run correctional facilities, with non-driver … [Read more...]
Tool To File NYS Taxes For Free Goes Live March 12
A new tool to file New York State taxes online for free goes live on March 12. Governor Kathy Hochul and civic tech nonprofit Code for America have announced the effort that will allow eligible state residents to file their state taxes for free … [Read more...]
City of Jamestown, Busti Fire Working On Shared Services Agreement For EMS Calls
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...]
Gov. Hochul Signs New Democrat-Drawn Congressional Map
Governor Kathy Hochul signed a new Democrat-drawn congressional map on Wednesday. The Associated Press reports the new map gives Democrats a modest boost in a few battleground districts, helping their candidates in a heavily contested election … [Read more...]
EBT Card Users Have New Tool To Protect Against ‘Skimming’ Devices
Those who use Electronic Benefit Transfer cards in New York State now have a new tool to protect themselves from "skimming" devices. Governor Kathy Hochul announced a new EBT lock/unlock tool on the ConnectEBT app that will enable card users to … [Read more...]
Gov. Hochul’s Popularity Among NY Voters Declines
Governor Kathy Hochul's popularity among New York voters has declined by 8 points since earlier this winter. The Siena College poll also found a decided lack of enthusiasm for the likely Democratic and Republican candidates in the 2024 … [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 Council Housing Committee In Favor of Pro-Housing Community Program
Jamestown City Council's Housing Committee is in favor of a pledge to address affordable housing issues in the city. The Pro-Housing Community Program was created in July 2023 under an executive order by Governor Kathy Hochul. Jamestown … [Read more...]
JCC Receiving Funds Toward Paid Internships In Addiction Workforce
Jamestown Community College will receive funding toward paid internships to support the addiction workforce. Governor Kathy Hochul announced $5 million in workforce development funding that is being made possible through the state's Opioid … [Read more...]
