Bright Future for Chautauqua Lake: Federal Funding Propels Feasibility Study

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Bright Future for Chautauqua Lake: Federal Funding Propels Feasibility Study

Col. Nicholas Melin, commander of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Pittsburgh District, addresses attendees during the signing ceremony for the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study. He is joined by Chautauqua County Executive Paul M. Wendel Jr., Congressman Nicholas Langworthy, and Chautauqua County Legislature Chairman Pierre Chagnon. This collaboration aims to restore the lake’s ecosystem, enhance flood resilience, and preserve the region’s natural resources for future generations. The event marks the beginning of the comprehensive study in Mayville, NY, Oct. 7, 2024.

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Tags: USACE, Signing, CEREMONY, Partnership, Chautauqua Lake, Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Study

Photo by: Frank J. Strumila | VIRIN: 241007-A-GG453-1225.JPG

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