Local agencies are working on obtaining additional funding to help migrants in Chautauqua County. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel, speaking at a Chamber of Commerce event, said he's been in touch with the State Division of Homeland Security … [Read more...]
Low Unemployment Rate Causing Concern for Summer Hiring
While unemployment rates are down again in Chautauqua County for April, this is raising concerns about summer hiring. The New York State Department of Labor reports April's rate is 3.2% compared with 4.2% in March, and is down from April 2022's … [Read more...]
County Government’s Budget Director is Retiring
Chautauqua County Government's Budget Director is retiring. Kathleen Dennison will retire from her position effective June 2, 2023. She first began her career with the County on July 7, 2011 as a Principal Account Clerk with the Chautauqua … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – May 25, 2023
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel joins us for his monthly update to talk about economic development, migrant issues, Barcelona Harbor, and more. … [Read more...]
Dredging Has Begun in Barcelona Harbor
The Army Corp of Engineers has started the dredging of Barcelona Harbor. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel said the harbor has essentially been shut down due to the sediment that filled in over the last several years. He said while $1.1 … [Read more...]
County Legislature Supports State’s Amendment to How Bed Tax Monies Can Be Spent
The Chautauqua County Legislature has passed a resolution supporting state bills that alter how the county can spend the bed tax monies it collects. With the County's 5% occupancy tax up for renewal by New York State, Assemblyman Andy Goodell and … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Declares State of Emergency Barring Housing of Additional Immigrants in County
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel has declared a State of Emergency that bars housing additional immigrants in the county. Wendel said the order is in response to New York City's announced intentions to send migrants and asylum seekers to … [Read more...]
WNY News Now Owner Hired as County Media Information Officers
A Falconer resident and current member of the local news media has been hired as Chautauqua County's new Media Information Officer. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel announced Justin Gould will start in the job June 1. The Media Information … [Read more...]
Local Officials, Congressman Langworthy Honor Local Businesses For Small Business Awareness Week
Several local small businesses, including Hotspot Cafe, were recognized as part of Small Business Awareness Week by officials in Fredonia. Congressman Nick Langworthy said small businesses should be celebrated every day, "More than half of … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – April 27, 2023
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel provides more information about the Jefferson Project on Chautauqua Lake, and more. … [Read more...]
