Parks Commission Expansion and Trail Initiatives
Chautauqua County
Summary
The county is seeking home rule legislation to sell an unused 40-acre parcel in Ellery, clear up driveway encroachments in Ripley, and add 41 acres of parkland in Arkwright.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Apr 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Returns land to the taxable rolls and generates potential revenue from property sales.
County taxpayers and the parks department expansion efforts.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Public Facilities Committee — April 13, 2026
The county is seeking home rule legislation to sell an unused 40-acre parcel in Ellery, clear up driveway encroachments in Ripley, and add 41 acres of parkland in Arkwright.
Public Facilities Committee — February 17, 2026
The Parks Commission presented an update on expanding county trail networks, maintaining greenways, and updating park facilities, noting that Chautauqua County is being held as a regional model by Parks and Trails New York.
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