Chautauqua County: Rich in Assets Designing Better Rural Communities Workshop September 29, 2009
Location
Landform Lake Plain Rolling Hills Lakes
The pattern of settlement is an asset for shaping growth and serving residents
Towns
Cities, Villages
Hamlets
Our transportation network offers remarkable opportunities
State and Federal
County
Interstates
Railroads
Airports
Abundant cultural resources tell our story
Libraries
Museums & Galleries
Historical Societies
Performing Arts DANZA! Das Puppenspiel Reg Lenna 1891 Opera House Rockefeller Arts Little TheaterInfinity Chautauqua Amphitheater Bemus Bay Pops Desilu
Agriculture is a mainstay of the local economy
Dairy
Horse Farms
Other Specialty Bees Sheep Goats Llamas Ostrich Bees
Vineyards
Wineries
Maple Sugar
Agriculture - All Parcels – 4% Land Area – 25%
Local Food
Services and industry tend to be located in population centers yet are well distributed throughout the County
Commercial
Industrial
The County is especially well served with educational opportunities
Schools
Colleges
Diverse recreational assets add to quality of life and support tourism
Marinas
Beaches
Golf
Skiing Peek ‘N Peak Cockaigne
Trails
Waterway Trail
Bike Routes
Attractions Chautauqua Institution Lily Dale Gage’s Gulf Chautauqua Gorge Barcelona Lighthouse Dunkirk Lighthouse Ice Arena RTPI Audubon Overlooks Panama Rocks
Fishing
Hunting
Historic (National Register)
Historic Districts (National Register) Chautauqua Institution Point Chautauqua Fredonia Commons French Portage Road East Main Street
Amish Communities Mayville Cherry Creek Clymer
Festivals ArtArt FOOD Music!
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