Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel gives an update on the Jefferson Project and more. … [Read more...]
Dr. Lillian Ney Receives Commendation From Chautauqua County
The Chautauqua County Legislature and County Executive PJ Wendel recognized Dr. Lillian Vitanza Ney following her departure from the County Board of Health. Ney received a commendation for her years of service to the County in the professional … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – County Executive Wendel’s SOTS Reaction – January 11, 2024
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel gives his reactions to Governor Kathy Hochul's 2024 State of the State address. … [Read more...]
County Executive Wendel Reacts To State of the State Address
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel is applauding the mental health and education proposals in Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State address. Wendel, who has over 25 years of experience in the educational field, said he's glad to see the … [Read more...]
City of Jamestown Taxpayers Will See County Tax Increase Due to Equalization Rate Drop
City of Jamestown property tax payers will see county taxes increase this year. County Executive PJ Wendel said the $0.89 tax reduction passed in the county's 2024 budget only applies to municipalities that are at 100% evaluation, "Is that my … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – December 21, 2023
Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel looks back on the year 2023 in the county. … [Read more...]
Chautauqua County Updating County-Wide Shared Services Initiative in 2024
Chautauqua County has decided to not update the plan for a county-wide shared services initiative for 2023. The initiative generates property tax savings by enabling collaboration between local governments across the state. Each county outside of … [Read more...]
New County Public Health Director Starts In January
Chautauqua County will have a new Public Health Director as Interim Director Dr. Michael Faulk steps down. Faulk, speaking to the Legislature's Administrative Services Committee, said that following his recommendation, County Executive PJ Wendel … [Read more...]
Sen. Borrello Presented With Awards by Ambassador Sanon
State Senator George Borrello has been presented with a Global Distinguished Leadership Award and other awards from Ambassador Sanon. Ambassador Hugues Sanon, representing the Council for Justice, Equality and Peace (COJEP International), … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – PJ Wendel – November 16, 2023
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley sits down with Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel to discuss the news about Lutheran closing its nursing home and rehab program; the 2023 election results, the 2024 solar eclipse, and more. … [Read more...]
