Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth

05/27/2026

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05/27/2026

In case you missed it, there was some exciting news for Dunkirk and Northern Chautauqua County.

The New York State Economic Development Council has named the Wells Enterprises expansion project in Dunkirk as its 2026 Project of the Year.

05/27/2026

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Thanks to the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation for recognizing and supporting our initiative!!

Funding from the Northern Chautauqua Community Foundation (NCCF) has been a catalyst for Paint CHQ—especially in the Village of Westfield—by helping us turn a big placemaking vision into something the community can see, celebrate, and build on. NCCF’s support in 2025 strengthened our ability to recruit a professional mural talent - Dom Laporte of DRIFT Mural Co. It also helped to cover the cost of an experienced consultant in Alex Hall, who helped our team coordinate logistics and behind-the-scenes work that makes a public art project successful: thoughtful site selection, community and property-owner engagement, and event planning that invited residents and visitors to experience the process, not just the finished piece.

In Westfield, that support helped activate a highly visible public space and create a shared moment of pride during the inaugural Paint CHQ mural festival, with the village serving as a key celebration stop. The result is more than a mural—it’s a community storytelling canvas that contributes to a welcoming downtown experience, encourages foot traffic, and gives local businesses and organizations another reason to collaborate and promote Westfield as a destination.

Just as important, NCCF’s investment signals confidence in locally-driven, countywide partnerships that make arts-based economic development possible—and helps build momentum for future public art and revitalization efforts across northern Chautauqua County.

05/21/2026

Exciting opportunity in Jamestown!

Jamestown Renaissance Corporation is inviting proposals for a Destination Sales and Marketing Consultant to help launch a promotional campaign showcasing Jamestown as a hub for boutique meetings, events, and conferences.

This initiative aims to bring new visitors, business opportunities, and economic impact to the region while highlighting what makes Jamestown and Chautauqua County such a special place to gather, connect, and innovate. Read the full announcement here: https://www.jamestownrenaissance.org/jrc-invites-proposals-for-destination-sales-marketing-consultant-meetings-conferences/

05/20/2026

05/19/2026

Thank you to Matthew Fitzgerald, Partner at Phillips Lytle LLP, for speaking on wetland delineation during our CCPEG Business Development meeting at the Chautauqua Harbor Hotel.

We appreciate Matthew’s informative presentation and the opportunity to learn more about this important topic as it relates to business and development in our region. His insight provided valuable context for understanding how Wetland Delineation can impact planning, permitting, site development, and future growth opportunities across Chautauqua County.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this discussion and continues to support conversations that help strengthen responsible economic development in our community.

05/19/2026

05/15/2026

The First 5 Years—and What Comes Next 🚀

The Partnership’s first 5 years have helped lay the groundwork for long-term impact in Chautauqua County.

With stronger alignment, more coordinated action, and real momentum behind dozens of projects, the Partnership is helping shape a more resilient future for the county. 🌟

And this is only the beginning.

👉 To learn more about the Partnership's impact on economic growth in Chautauqua County, visit CHQImpact.org

05/14/2026

A Rural Model for Progress 🌄

In just 5 years, the Partnership has helped show what’s possible in a rural community with the right structure, leadership, and collaboration.

Chautauqua County’s progress is a reminder that when partners align around a common vision, meaningful economic impact can follow. 💡

👉 To learn more about the Partnership's impact on economic growth in Chautauqua County, visit CHQImpact.org

05/13/2026

The Power of Partnership 🤝

The results seen across Chautauqua County didn’t happen in isolation.

In its first 5 years, the Partnership helped bring together public, private, and nonprofit leaders around a shared strategy for economic growth. That coordination has been one of its greatest strengths—and one of the biggest reasons progress has accelerated.

👉 To learn more about the Partnership's impact on economic growth in Chautauqua County, visit CHQImpact.org

05/12/2026