If you were without power during the recent snow storm in Cattaraugus County and you lost food as a result of that power outage, the Cattaraugus County Department of Social Services may be able to help.
If you buy groceries with SNAP benefits you may be able to get some of your SNAP dollars added back to your EBT card but you have to act fast!
To apply, complete the attached application and return it to the Cattaraugus County Department of Social Services SNAP Unit before March 15, 2018. You can apply by mail or in person between 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday.
The Cattaraugus County Sheriff's Office will be hosting a hunters' education class for the gun portion only on the following dates and time: Monday, March 26, 2018 and Wednesday, March 28, 2018 from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. The class will be held at the Cattaraugus County Fairgrounds Corporate Building, Little Valley.
The Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging's Senior Wellness and Nutrition (SWAN) program, along with elected officials throughout Cattaraugus County, recently participated in the 2018 March for Meals' annual Community Champions Campaign. Across the United States, Meals on Wheels programs enlisted elected officials, local celebrities, and other prominent figures to deliver meals, speak out for seniors, and raise awareness of the power of Meals on Wheels.
NYS and Local Employees' Retirement System released the Spring 2018 Newsletter. Included in this addition are updates on the system and suggestions for pro-active retirement planning. Click here to see the Spring Newsletter, or for more information please visit www.osc.state.ny.us/retire.
Transfer Station Hours of Operation in effect on April 2, 2018.
Five Points: 6909 Toad Hollow Road, Mansfield 14755 938-6450
Public
Thursday - 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday and Saturday - 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Salamanca: 289 Center Street, Salamanca 14779 945-1212
Public
Monday - Friday - 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday - 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Commercial
Monday - Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday - 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
State-wide Burn Ban in Effect
March 16 - May 14, 2018
Information from New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYS DEC):
Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today reminds residents that with spring approaching and conditions for wildfires heightened, residential brush burning is prohibited March 16 through May 14 across New York State.
The Cattaraugus County Department of the Aging's Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) needs your help. There is an immediate need for volunteers to deliver Meals on Wheels in the Olean area.
Meals on Wheels are delivered throughout the Olean area Monday through Friday. Most volunteers deliver 10-16 meals once a week, and it takes about one hour to complete a delivery route.
Are you looking for Summer Employment? Are you income eligible and between 14 and 20?
2018 Cattaraugus County Summer Youth Employment ProgramBegins Soon!
If interested bring the following paperwork to the nearest/most convenient site:
- Birth Certificate
- Social Security Card
- School Records
- Work Permit (if under 18)
- Photo ID (if over 18)
- Parent signature on forms
Sites & Dates
Olean - One Stop Career Center
5/7; 5/14; 5/21; 6/4 from 2:30-4:30pm
A Team of Secret Shoppers recently toured a number of communities in Cattaraugus County, searching for opportunities for municipalities and entrepreneurs to capitalize on the millions of potential travelers that reside within 3 hours of the Enchanted Mountains. Come hear their findings and recommendations for ways Cattaraugus can increase visitor spending in the region. The "Intensive Workshop on Community Visioning" will be held at Holiday Valley Resort's Main Chalet from 9am to 4pm on June 5th.