The Chautauqua Lake Association’s spring log and debris clean-up on Chautauqua Lake is scheduled to begin today. This pre-season service is provided annually to protect boaters of all types from the dangerous floating debris that occur from early … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – March 28, 2024
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel discusses the upcoming solar eclipse on April 8, how the Freshwater Wetlands Act affects Chautauqua Lake, and more. … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – NYS DEC on Wetlands Protection Act – March 28, 2024
The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation held a virtual meeting on March 11, 2024 with Chautauqua County officials and other town and village officials about how the state's Freshwater Wetlands Act will affect Chautauqua Lake. … [Read more...]
DEC Officials Try To Clear Confusion Over How Wetland Act Will Impact Chautauqua Lake
State officials are trying to clear up confusion over how revisions to the state's Freshwater Wetlands Act could impact Chautauqua Lake. The State Department of Environmental Conservation held a zoom conference with Chautauqua County, town, and … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – February 29, 2024
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...]
