Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel discusses federal funding for Barcelona Harbor and Chautauqua Lake; the solar eclipse, a new Code Blue Warming Shelter, and more. … [Read more...]
$7.5 Million Secured In Senate Appropriations Bill For Barcelona Harbor Repairs
$7.5 million is included in the U.S. Senate's 2024 appropriations bills to make repairs to Barcelona Harbor. U.S. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, joined by Congressman Nick Langworthy and other local officials, announced the funding in … [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...]
Chautauqua Institution’s $150 Million Campaign Underway
Chautauqua Institution has launched a $150 million campaign that's coinciding with the Institution's 150th Anniversary this year. The campaign, called Boundless, is composed of capital projects and initiatives that elevate the Institution’s … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Critical of Proposed $2.4 Billion For Migrant Crisis Issues In State Budget
State Senator George Borrello is critical of the $2.4 billion proposed in the state budget to be allocated to New York City to address the migrant crisis. Borrello said part of the problem is that New York City remains a "Sanctuary City" which … [Read more...]
Turner Winter Series to Feature The Alliance’s Randall Perry Tonight
The 2024 Turner Winter Series will begin today at the Robert H. Jackson Center. Tonight's free event starts at 6:30 p.m. and will feature Chautauqua Lake and Watershed Management Alliance Executive Director Randall Perry. His topic will be the … [Read more...]
Applications Being Accepted For County Lakes and Waterways Grant Program, Including New ‘In Lake’ Program
Applications are now being accepted for the Chautauqua County Lakes and Waterways grant program, including a new "In Lake" program. The programs provide funding for projects involving lakes and waterways within the county and are funded through … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – September 28, 2023
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley talks to Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel about his proposed 2024 County Budget and Chautauqua Lake. … [Read more...]
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy To Present on Chadakoin River Work to City Council
Jamestown City Council will receive an update on work that's been done on the Chadakoin River. Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy Conservation Director Twan Leenders will present on the river project during the full work session. The CWC has … [Read more...]
Rep. Langworthy Meets With Chautauqua Lake Stakeholders to Discuss Lake Efforts
Chautauqua Lake organizations, local foundations, and other stakeholders met with Congressman Nick Langworthy Wednesday to discuss efforts around the lake. Chautauqua Lake is classified by the New York State Department of Environmental … [Read more...]
