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Ripley hears updates on recent projects, hires

RIPLEY — Town of Ripley Council members enthusiastically approved the appointment of Nicole Gerhardt as the sole assessor for the municipality at their meeting in February. Gerhardt, who also serves as the Deputy Clerk for the town, has completed all of the necessary training for the position. The training process took nearly a year to complete. "Nicole has done all that she needs to do," said Ripley Supervisor Laura K. Pless. "A lot of hard work went into this." In another matter, Pless updated council members on the progress of efforts to seek a collaborative grant with the ...

Humane Society begins capital campaign

The Chautauqua County Humane Society is accepting contributions for its new capital campaign. The overhaul of renovations is looking to better fill the needs of the organization while also better serving the community members that support the Humane Society. Coordinators say increased community connection, and additional animal space, will enhance the lives of all the residents and pets that they serve. The capital campaign is a $7 million project that will transform the facility, and allow stronger programs from the CCHS. Campaign Co-Chair Stephanie Malinowski stated that the ...

Town discusses Dewittville water district extension project

Officials are hoping to start construction on a new water district extension in the Dewittville area by next year. During a recent Chautauqua Town Board meeting, officials held a public hearing on Water District I extension. According to Supervisor Don Emhardt, the water district would run along Route 430 from the water tower at Chautauqua Lake Estates to the village of Mayville. Some residents in the Sandalwood Area who already get municipal water directly from Mayville will now get it from the town of Chautauqua. Because they are now part of the water district, their rates are ...

Silver Creek notes hirings, resignations

SILVER CREEK — At its recent meeting, the Board of Education held the first reading of five policies, as well as the second reading of 17 policies of the district. A series of budget transfers were also approved. Regarding district personnel, Justin Cerne has resigned from his role as High School Technology Teacher, effective March 26. Additionally, the Board accepted the resignation of Catherine Casselberry as Pool Director. Jean Mahaney will serve as Pool Director in her place. Nicolle Evenden received permanent status as Clerk II/Bus Driver II. Valorie Hardman was appointed as a ...

Hamels wins Working Families Party endorsement

RIPLEY — John “Doc” Hamels announced the endorsement of the New York Working Families Party (NYWFP), a grassroots political organization dedicated to building a New York that works for working people. Hamels is running for County Legislator in District 19 that includes Ripley and ...

Seniors celebrate birthdays

Dunkirk Senior Center recently acknowledged members with birthdays in February. From left are, in front: Faith Heister, Jim Klocko, Pat Sievert, Lisa Forbes, Joe Andrasik, Kathy Falco. Standing are Bill Adamczak, Greg Adamczak, Marianne Payne, Laura Kszos and Sandy Draves.