Speakers at the public hearing on the proposed 2022 Executive Budget for the City of Jamestown called for more support for the Police Department. Jamestown resident Doug Champ said he has a problem with the Jamestown Police Department only … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Tony Dolce and Kim Ecklund – November, 4, 2021
WRFA's Julia Ciesla-Hanley spoke about the City of Jamestown's proposed 2022 budget with City Council President Tony Dolce and Finance Committee Chair Council Member-at-Large Kim Ecklund. … [Read more...]
It was the Republican’s Night on Election Day in Chautauqua County
It was a huge election night for Republicans in Chautauqua County. Chautauqua County Executive PJ Wendel easily won re-election to his first full term over Democratic challenger Norm Green by a vote of 17,455 to 5,516. Wendel had first been … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Approves Labor Contract for Public Works, Parks Employees
Jamestown City Council has approved the labor contract for Public Works and Parks employees. The contract for AFSCME Local 418 covers January 1st, 2022 through December 31st, 2025. It includes a 2.5% wage increase in the first three years with a … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Defeats Deer Hunting Measure 2-7
Jamestown City Council has voted down a proposal by a vote of 2 to 7 to allow bow hunting for deer in the City. Council President Tony Dolce said the plan wasn't ready yet, but agrees that something needs to be done to address growing deer herds … [Read more...]
City Council to Vote on Repealing Housing Court Fee
Jamestown City Council reviewed a proposal to repeal a Housing Court fee for those facing code enforcement on properties. Director of Development Crystal Surdyk said by repealing the fee, Housing Court Judge will be able to assess fees and penalties … [Read more...]
Majority of Speakers at City Council In Favor of Los Contricantes Car Show
The majority of people, including several city council members, who spoke at Jamestown City Council last night spoke in favor of the Los Contricantes Car Show taking place September 18th in Bergman Park. Excessive noise has been the major concern … [Read more...]
City Honors JPD Officer Mark Conklin for Heroism in Fire Rescue
The City of Jamestown recognized Jamestown Police Officer Mark Conklin for his heroism in saving multiple lives in a house fire last week. Officer Conklin caught two people who jumped from the second story window of 116 1/2 William Street on July … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Approves Syringe Disposal Proposal, Hiring School Resource Officer
Jamestown City Council has approved an agreement with HOPE Chautauqua to obtain 10 sharps containers for syringe disposal. Council President Tony Dolce said the disposal units can be moved around, "Try them in different locations along the Riverwalk, … [Read more...]
Jamestown City Council Passes Home Rule Legislation for School Speed Zone Cameras, Elected Judge
Jamestown City Council met in Council Chambers for its voting session for the first time in 14 months Monday. Council President Tony Dolce said he woke up excited and it felt normal again, "I've got a reason to put a tie and shirt on and actually get … [Read more...]