Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth

12/05/2025

11/27/2025

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from the Chautauqua County Partnership for Economic Growth!
Wishing you a warm, joyful holiday season filled with gratitude and celebration. 🦃

11/26/2025

🌊 What if your backyard was a lake?

Welcome to Bemus Point, NY 📍the heartbeat of Chautauqua Lake and one of Western New York’s most loved communities to live, work, and play.

Location + Lifestyle:
Perfectly placed along Chautauqua Lake’s shoreline, Bemus Point offers a mix of small-town charm and lakeside energy.
The walkable downtown features locally owned restaurants, live music venues, and boutique shopping all within minutes of the water.

Demographics & Opportunity:
Population: ~350.
Median household income: ~$70,000.
Median home value: ~$285,000.
Cost of living? About 10–15% below the national average — giving you space to live comfortably while staying close to major cities like Buffalo (1.5 hrs) and Cleveland (2.5 hrs).

Business & Work:
Local employers include tourism, education, healthcare, and hospitality sectors that thrive year-round.

Recreation + Social Life:
⛵️From boating and kayaking to winter skiing and lakeside festivals, Bemus Point lives up to its reputation as a four-season playground.
📍Visit The Lawson Center, the Bemus Point-Stow Ferry, or the Farmers Market for a taste of local history and heart.

💬 Thinking about a new chapter surrounded by water, warmth, and opportunity?
📲 Explore how Bemus Point and all of CHQ could be your next move: choosechq.com/live-chq/live/communities

11/26/2025

The CHQ Professionals Group, in partnership with the Dunkirk-Fredonia Rotary Club, will host its annual Jingle at the Rocks event on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m at 64 On The Rocks. The holiday-themed gathering will bring together professionals from across Chautauqua County for an evening of networking, entertainment, and seasonal cheer for a good cause.

The CHQ Professionals Group and Dunkirk-Fredonia Rotary Club will host the annual Jingle at the Rocks event on Dec. 4, 2025.

11/24/2025

The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation has definitely made an impact in Community and Economic Development across Western New York and in Michigan - and there's still plenty more work to do! Check out this video providing a Halftime Update on how the foundation has supported dozens of projects and countless people in its service area - including right here in Chautauqua County through funding provided to CCPEG!

11/20/2025

Chautauqua County has awarded $135,349 in 2026 Occupancy Tax Tourism Development Grants for Tourism Product Development, supporting innovative projects that elevate visitor experiences, strengthen regional attractions, and drive long-term tourism growth. Congratulations to the recipients whose projects will help to bring visitors to in 2026!!!
Fredonia
Chautauqua County Airports
Jamestown Skating Club
Sukanya Burman Dance
Festivals Fredonia
Findley Lake Forward
Chautauqua Watershed Conservancy
City of Jamestown DOD
Peek'n Peak Resort
Reg Lenna Center For The Arts
Western New York Land Conservancy
Visit Bemus Point
Lake Erie Wine Country

(Left: Jamestown Dance Festival; Right: The Lake Erie Wine Trail)

11/12/2025

December 6 is ! Are you ready?!!

11/04/2025

11/03/2025

📣 Exciting Collaboration Ahead! 📣

JYP Planning Team members Daniel Siracuse and David Meekins recently had the opportunity to connect with Monica Simpson from the Chautauqua Professionals Group at the CHQ Chamber After Hours event to discuss our exciting upcoming partnership: Agile Leadership through Improv with Jane Fischer.

That collaboration is happening this week, and we don’t want you to miss it! Join us for a unique, interactive workshop that blends the principles of applied improvisation with the mindset of agile leadership, led by Jane Fischer.

This hands-on session will help you strengthen communication, boost creativity, and lead with confidence—all in a fun, low-pressure environment.

📅 Friday, November 7
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Southern Chautauqua FCU Training Center, 110 Mall Blvd., Lakewood
🥪 Lunch is included!

👉 Spots are limited, so if you haven’t registered yet, now’s the time! Secure your place today and be part of this engaging professional development experience. Link to register in bio.

10/30/2025

🎉 Thank you to all the HR professionals and real estate agents who joined us for the North County Live CHQ Luncheon!
Workshop presenters included Mark Geise, Deputy County Executive & CEO of the CCIDA; Jason Sample, Marketing & Communications Coordinator for CCIDA/CCPEG; and Monica Simpson, Partner Engagement Coordinator for CCPEG.

We loved hearing from Brooks Hospital, who shared how they’ve used Live CHQ materials since the campaign launched in April 2024 — helping them successfully recruit 19 new providers! 👏

It’s exciting to see the Live CHQ campaign in action, supporting employers who are hiring and helping new professionals discover all our region has to offer.

A South County Live CHQ Luncheon for employers is scheduled for Nov. 5 and limited seating is still available. To learn more or register, contact Monica Simpson at [email protected]

10/27/2025

10/23/2025

Village of Sherman, NY is Continuing to Update & Improve its Public Spaces!

The village recently updated CCPEG on the progress of the Rosie Billquist Trailhead. The parking lot off of Franklin St. (bottom right of photo) has been graded and finished with blacktop. The village is now coordinating the painting of the parking space!

Earlier this year, CCPEG provided $20,000 toward the project, which was used to better define and expand public parking in the business district, adjacent to the Chautauqua Rails to Trails' Rosie Billquist Trailhead and French Creek. The enhanced parking area will include 24 striped parking stalls within a new 0.25-acre paved parking lot to make access to the trail, along with the downtown businesses and attractions, easier and more convenient for visitors!

Village Streets Dept thanks CHQ County Highway Dept for painting Church & Miller Streets. BE ADVISED: Next week parking spaces and crosswalks will be painted in coordination with Legend Excavating. There may be temporary restrictions to parking while the paint is applied and set.