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County Office Relocation

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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.

Public comments (8)

SupportiveCorie MaxsonJul 22, 2026

Described deplorable conditions at the current South County Office Building, including mold, cockroaches, structural issues, and extreme temperatures.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 9:00 →
ConcernedJeremy EngquistJul 22, 2026

Jamestown City Councilman-at-Large asked the county to pump the brakes on the Lynn Building move to answer questions and evaluate parking.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 13:20 →
OpposedShane HawkinsJul 22, 2026

The executive director of Infinity Visual and Performing Arts urged the county not to move county offices into the Lynn Building, citing safety concerns and impacts on youth programs.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 14:14 →
OpposedJamieLee Bonfiglio-DavisJul 22, 2026

Representing Chautauqua Striders and Infinity, asked the county to protect safe spaces for children and reject the Lynn Building relocation.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 18:00 →
ConcernedHannah JaroszynskiJul 22, 2026

Jamestown councilwoman and mental health counselor asked lawmakers to table the move and form a bipartisan committee to evaluate options.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 20:30 →
ConcernedScott AxelsonJul 22, 2026

Highlighted severe parking challenges at the current DMV and post office locations, questioning if the Lynn Building move would actually improve accessibility.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 2:15:52 →
SupportiveJoe RoosaJul 22, 2026

Speaking as the prospective buyer of the Lynn Building, explained his commitment to investing in Jamestown and addressing unsustainable rents.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 30:07 →
SupportiveJeff WereskiJul 22, 2026

Voiced support for the Lynn Building purchase, highlighting decades of development experience in revitalizing blighted properties in Jamestown.

Chautauqua County Legislature Meeting | | Robert H. Jackson Center — July 22, 2026 · 33:06 →