Federal and local officials gathered in Mayville Monday to sign a partnership agreement to do the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study. The study is designed to address aquatic impairments of the lake’s ecosystem. While … [Read more...]
Contract Awarded To Dredge Barcelona Harbor
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded a $1.5 million contract to Michigan-based Ryba Marine Construction Co. to dredge the federal navigation channel in Barcelona Harbor. Dredging will focus on the mouth of the harbor and address shoals … [Read more...]
House Approves $4.175 Million For Dunkirk Shoreline
The House of Representatives have approved $4.175 million for the City of Dunkirk to improve infrastructure along the Lake Erie shoreline. Congressman Nick Langworthy, joined by city and county officials, announced the funding for the Dunkirk … [Read more...]
[LISTEN] Community Matters – Dr. Marion Divers on Chautauqua Lake – August 1, 2024
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers project manager Dr. Marion Divers presented on the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration effort to the Chautauqua County Legislature at their July 24, 2024 meeting. … [Read more...]
Michigan Company Receives $7.56 Million Contract To Repair Dunkirk Harbor Breakwater
A Michigan-based company has received the $7.56 million contract to make repairs to Dunkirk Harbor's breakwater. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Buffalo District awarded the contract to Great Lakes Dock & Materials, LLC. Repairs will … [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...]
Great Lakes Receiving Support from Water Resources Development Act
The Great Lakes are receiving support in the federal Water Resources Development Act. U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand said the legislation, passed in December, will enable the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) to complete several risk … [Read more...]
Senator Chuck Schumer Touts $10 Million in Waterfront Infrastructure Projects in Dunkirk
U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer touted $10 million in funding for waterfront infrastructure projects in Dunkirk Thursday. Schumer, in a visit to the Dunkirk harbor, said that the funding is part of the Fiscal Year 2022 omnibus, which includes $8 … [Read more...]
Schumer, Gillibrand Call on ArmY Corps of Engineers to Include Chautauqua Lake Feasibility Study in its Work Plan
WASHINGTON - New York Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand are calling on the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to prioritize funding to protect the lake’s water quality from toxic algal blooms by including a Chautauqua Lake Feasibility … [Read more...]
Gillibrand, Schumer Announced Proposed Funding for Chautauqua Lake Feasibility Study
WASHINGTON - A provision within the proposed America’s Water Infrastructure Act of 2018 includes a provision impacting Chautauqua Lake. That’s according to Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand, who say they are seeking funding to … [Read more...]
