A local law to allow the City of Jamestown to exceed the state’s property tax cap will come before Jamestown City Council for approval. City Corporation Counsel Elliot Raimondo said the State constitution requires municipalities’ budgets to adhere … [Read more...]
Deer Over Population Concerns Raised With Jamestown City Council Again
The issue of deer over-population in the City of Jamestown has been brought up to City Council once again. Grant Briggs of Woodlawn Avenue told the Public Safety Committee that the deer are out of hand in his neighborhood, “I know there's no … [Read more...]
NYS Has Launched Lead Rental Registry Program
New York State has launched its Lead Rental Registry Program. The City of Jamestown, including all houses in the 14701 zip code area, is one of 25 communities selected for the initiative. The state regulations were finalized last week and the … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Kim Ecklund – April 9, 2026
Jamestown has a new Police Chief and Fire Chief. Mayor Kim Ecklund tells us more about that and we talk about properties being taken over by the city as well as roadwork. … [Read more...]
Scott Forster Sworn In As Jamestown’s New Police Chief
Scott Forster has been sworn in as Jamestown’s new Police Chief. Forster had been serving as the interim chief since the beginning of February when previous Police Chief Tim Jackson retired. Ryan Rousch also was sworn in as Acting Fire Chief at … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Kim Ecklund – March 5, 2026
WRFA spoke with Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund about her State of the City address, the possible increase in temporary aid from New York State, updates on lead rehabilitation efforts, and more. … [Read more...]
Sales Tax Revenues Increase 6.27% In 2025 For City Of Jamestown
Sales tax revenues increased by 6.27% for 2025 in the City of Jamestown. The City received $8,958,708 last year compared with $8,429,794 in 2024. Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund says this was good news, “It's always a gamble. You know, in the … [Read more...]
City Of Jamestown Being Featured On ‘Viewpoint With Dennis Quaid’
The City of Jamestown is being featured in an upcoming segment of "Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid." Chautauqua County had previously been featured on the same program in October 2025. Hosted by acclaimed actor, Dennis Quaid, "Viewpoint with Dennis … [Read more...]
State Budget Proposes Allocating $1.6 Million To Jamestown In Temporary Municipal Aid
The City of Jamestown is being allocated nearly $1.6 million in Temporary Municipal Assistance in Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposed 2027 State Budget. Hochul announced the State will allocate an additional $150 million in financial assistance for … [Read more...]
Jamestown Mayor Focuses On City Finances In State Of The City Report
Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund focused on city finances in her 2026 State of the City report. Ecklund released the report to City Council members on February 6. She said rising costs, limited revenue growth, and the expiration of one-time funding … [Read more...]
