The City of Jamestown is one of 16 cities nationwide to be selected to participate in the "Good Jobs, Great Cities" Academy. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist said the program is through the U.S. Department of Labor and National League of Cities, … [Read more...]
Mayor Sundquist Discussed Workforce Development Concerns With Representatives in Washington D.C.
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist discussed workforce development concerns with representatives in Washington D.C. on a recent trip. Sundquist was in the nation's capitol for the National League of Cities' lobby day where he was able to meet with … [Read more...]
Hiring 13 Firefighters, Increasing Elected Officials Salaries, and Funding Chadakoin River Work on Jamestown City Council Agenda
Jamestown City Council will review resolutions to hire 13 firefighters at its work session tonight. Five of the positions will fill current and anticipated vacancies in the Jamestown Fire Department. Funding is included in the 2023 City Budget for … [Read more...]
Jamestown Mayor Issues Vetoes to 2023 Budget, Restoring Cuts, Reducing Sales Tax Revenue
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist has issued four vetoes on the 2023 city budget that would restore $15,100 in cuts by Council and reduce the sales tax revenue increase Council had passed. Sundquist cited a slowed increase in sales tax revenues for … [Read more...]
Jamestown Mayor Elected to National League of Cities Board of Directors
Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist has been elected to the National League of Cities Board of Directors. Sundquist was elected to a 2-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy, governance and membership … [Read more...]
Jamestown Human Rights Commission Asked to Help Research Social Equity Index Platforms for City
The Jamestown Human Rights Commission is being asked to help the City of Jamestown research social equity platforms. Jamestown Mayor Eddie Sundquist, at the HRC meeting on August 19, said the city has been discussing providing equity in services … [Read more...]
