Bright Future for Chautauqua Lake: Federal Funding Propels Feasibility Study
A close-up of Col. Nicholas Melin signing the ceremonial agreement for the Chautauqua Lake Aquatic Ecosystem Restoration Study, which aims to address aquatic impairments and improve the lake’s long-term health in Mayville, NY., Oct. 7, 2024.

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The most recent appropriations for the Department of War expired at 11:59 p.m. EST on September 30, 2025. Military personnel will continue in a normal duty status without pay until such time as a continuing resolution or appropriations are passed by Congress and signed into law. Civilian personnel not engaged in exempted or excepted activities will be placed in a non-work, non-pay status.