Attendees observe the outdoor signing ceremony for the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study from inside the historic Mayville Train Depot. The study, supported by $500,000 in federal funding as part of a larger $3 million initiative, aims to restore the lake's aquatic ecosystems and enhance recreational opportunities. Federal, state, and local officials gathered to commemorate the start of this critical multi-year environmental restoration project in Mayville, NY, Oct. 7, 2024.