The Jamestown Reapportionment Commission has voted to move forward with creating a six ward map for new district boundaries. Following discussion on whether to go with a five ward map as proposed by Democratic Committee City Chair Jim Walton, … [Read more...]
Jamestown Reapportionment Commission Reviews Drafts for Two Redistricting Maps
Jamestown's Reapportionment Commission reviewed the initial drafts of two separate redistricting maps during its meeting on Tuesday as the 11-member panel continues its work of bringing the city's Wards into compliance. Commission members reviewed … [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 Reapportionment Committee Hears Proposal to Reduce Number of Wards, At-Large Seats
The effort to redraw wards in Jamestown so they will comply with the 2020 census is moving forward. On Tuesday, the city's Reapportionment Commission held its second meeting of the year and further looked into the process of drawing ward … [Read more...]
Jamestown Officials Announce Investments in Public Safety
City of Jamestown officials announced new investments in public safety, including more police officers and firefighters in addition to purchasing a second ambulance. Mayor Eddie Sundquist said the three police officers hired would be part of a new … [Read more...]
Jamestown Reapportionment Committee Holds Organizational Meeting
The City of Jamestown Reapportionment Commission held its organizational meeting Wednesday evening. Commission member and City Council President Tony Dolce said the Commission is waiting on the Census Tract data to start their work, "Each ward has … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Passes $5 Million in ARPA Projects, Feral Cat Program
Jamestown City Council passed over $5 million in American Rescue Plan funded projects, with four resolutions for economic development related initiatives failing to pass. Council members Marie Carrubba, Andrew Faulkner, Kim Ecklund, and Randy … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Promises ‘More Is To Come’ After Approving Over $2 Million in ARP Projects
Jamestown City Council members promised "more is to come" after approving over $2 million in American Rescue Plan funded projects Monday night. While Council members Regina Brackman and Andrew Faulkner voted no, all other council members approved … [Read more...]
City Council Approves Reapportionment Commission Appointments
The appointments for the City's Reapportionment Commission have been set. Jamestown City Council approved the mayoral appointments of Ellen Ditonto, Alyssa Porter, and Billy Torres to the commission. Jim Walton will represent the Democratic Party, … [Read more...]
