Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Chautauqua County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
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2 issues in taxes budget with medium priority
MediumTaxes Budget
Landfill and Transfer Station Fee Increase
Commercial waste fees are going up $2 across the board — the first increase since 2023/2024. It keeps the county's rates well below neighboring competitors while shrinking next year's projected $1 million waste-fund deficit back to about $400–500K. Your household bag rates stay the same.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 9, 2026
MediumTaxes Budget
Mortgage tax distribution to local governments
Mortgage tax revenue being sent back to towns, cities, and villages is up 28% over last year, but not evenly — villages gained 68% while cities lost 12%. This affects how much recording-fee money each local government gets.
1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 9, 2026