The City of Jamestown has not renewed its contract with Bird Bike Share for the E-Scooter program in the city. Mayor Kim Ecklund said in a statement, "The scooters were entered into on a trial basis. The City reviewed the contract and opted to … [Read more...]
City Requests Home Rule To Make Both City Court Judge Positions Elected
The City of Jamestown is again requesting home rule from New York State to make both City Court judges elected positions. Currently, the city has one elected judge, John LaMancuso, who was sworn in January 1, 2024. The other judge is appointed … [Read more...]
Total 2023 Sales Tax Revenues Fall Just Shy Of Budgeted Amount for City
Total sales tax revenues fell short of what was budgeted in 2023 for the City of Jamestown. Mayor Kim Ecklund said fourth quarter sales tax revenues for 2023 were $2,099,540 with total revenues for 2023 at $8,522,825. She said that represents a … [Read more...]
Fund Balance Numbers Continue Positive Trend In City 2022 Audit
Fund balance numbers continue to be positive in the City of Jamestown's 2022 audit. Drescher & Malecki Partner Carl Widmer presented the results of the audit to Jamestown City Council Monday night. The report, which normally is presented … [Read more...]
City Has About $1.4 Million Left in American Rescue Plan Funds
The City of Jamestown has about $1.4 million left in American Rescue Plan funds. Comptroller Ericka Thomas shared with City Council members a new spreadsheet on how ARP monies have been spent and noted that there are several corrections she is … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Kim Ecklund – February 8, 2024
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley speaks with Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund about her first 30 days in office and more. … [Read more...]
New Hires In Assessor’s Office Resulting In Cost Savings
New hires in the City of Jamestown Assessor's Office are resulting in cost savings for the City. Jamestown Mayor Kim Ecklund, updating City Council at their work session, said the new hires are a result of former Assessor Lisa Volpe's retirement … [Read more...]
Effort To Update Jamestown’s Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Code Moving Forward
An effort to update the City of Jamestown's Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Code for the first time in over 25 years is moving forward. Jamestown City Council approved a resolution to contract with C&S Companies of Buffalo in the amount of … [Read more...]
City of Jamestown Deputy Comptroller Has Resigned
The City of Jamestown's Deputy Comptroller has put in her resignation. Mayor Kim Ecklund announced to City Council on Monday that Carol Malek has accepted a job outside of city government and will be leaving her position at the end of this … [Read more...]
Jamestown Police Department Restructured Following Capt. Samuelson’s Retirement
The Jamestown Police Department has some restructuring following the retirement of Captain Bob Samuelson. Samuelson retired earlier this month following 30 years of service in the department. The Jamestown Post-Journal reported Samuelson graduated … [Read more...]
