- City of Jamestown Urges Community Assistance Amid Surge in Vandalism to Public SpacesJAMESTOWN, NY – The City of Jamestown is calling on residents to assist in addressing a troubling rise in vandalism affecting city parks and public spaces. In recent weeks, City staff have responded to numerous destructive incidents including: Theft of flowers from decorative planters Vandalism to playground equipment and the deliberate damaging of park infrastructure […]
- State RESTORE NY Funds Secured for Prendergast Landing in JamestownJAMESTOWN, NY – May 23, 2025 – The City of Jamestown has been awarded grant funding through the State of New York’s Restore New York Communities Initiative to support the redevelopment of the Prendergast Landing project at 106–108 Fairmount Avenue. This award ensures that state dollars—already set aside for community revitalization—are being invested here in […]
- City of Jamestown Department of Development Responds to Proposed Elimination of HOME & CDBG FundingJAMESTOWN, NY – May 9, 2025 – The City of Jamestown’s Department of Development expresses deep concern regarding the President’s proposed federal budget, which calls for the complete elimination of the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) and the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. These critical funding streams have long served as lifelines for communities […]
- Interim Surface Improvements to Begin on East 2nd Street Ahead of NYSDOT Route 394 Reconstruction ProjectJAMESTOWN, NY – May 9, 2025 – The City of Jamestown has received confirmation that interim surface improvements on East 2nd Street are tentatively scheduled to begin the week of June 9, 2025, as a short-term measure to enhance drivability and overall roadway conditions along the corridor. This coordinated effort between the City of Jamestown […]
- Jamestown Hosts’ Developer’s Forum Showcasing Growth Potential & Revitalization StrategyJAMESTOWN, NY – May 1, 2025 – On Wednesday, April 30, 2025, the City of Jamestown hosted a well-attended Developer’s Forum that brought together more than 100 developers, investors, agency representatives, and community stakeholders. Co-hosted by the Gebbie Foundation, the Jamestown Board of Public Utilities (BPU), and the Jamestown Renaissance Corporation, the event was themed […]
- Firefighters Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Screening Event Set for this WeekendJAMESTOWN, NY – April 28, 2025 – The City of Jamestown Fire Department will host its Firefighter Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) Screening Event this weekend. The event will take place on Saturday May 3rd , 2025 and Sunday May 4th , 2025, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Northwest Savings Bank Arena, […]
- Public Safety in Jamestown: Understanding the Numbers, Not the NarrativeJAMESTOWN, NY – March 14, 2025 – The City of Jamestown deeply values and respects the men and women of the Jamestown Police Department, whose dedication and service are fundamental to the safety and well-being of our community. We fully recognize the challenges they face daily and remain committed to ensuring they are supported in […]
- City Sets Youth Recreation Baseball League Sign-Up DatesCity Recreation Youth Baseball League Sign-Ups Announced The City Parks, Recreation & Conservation Department is pleased to announce sign-ups for the City Recreation Youth Baseball League on the following dates: Wednesday, March 5 – 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 12 – 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Registration will take place in the City […]