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"The Village of Sherman has transformed from its historic roots as a sawmill and dairy farming community to become a Village which cultivates economic, educational, and recreational opportunities for families and residents of all ages..."

"Preserving our past;

serving today, while working for our future."

Vision Statement

The Village of Sherman’s success in transitioning to a family-orientated ‘bedroom community’ relies on its ability to adapt by leveraging its geographic location, natural assets, and achieving a Trail Town Designation, with its sustainability dependent on growing ecotourism and regional agritourism and creating amenities attracting visitors and commuters to the region. All this while providing community services and enhancing engagement through placemaking, maintaining and building diverse housing options, connecting people within the safe walkable and bikeable community, and incorporating green resiliency into planning and development practices. The focus on outdoor and recreational opportunities contributes to a healthy living environment for residents, supports small businesses by providing accommodations for visitors, and strengthens the local economy.

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Sherman is located in the western part of Chautauqua County, in upstate New York.

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Governor Hochul announced the creation of the NY Forward program to invigorate and enliven downtowns in New York’s smaller and rural communities—the type of downtowns found in villages, hamlets and other small, neighborhood-scale municipal centers. NY Forward builds on the success of the Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) by adopting the same “Plan-then-Act” strategy as the DRI.

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Why Choose CHQ? A business located in Chautauqua County, NY is in an enviable position. For employers, we offer an ideal location for access to East Coast, Midwest, and Canadian supplies and markets. For employees and their families, Chautauqua County provides an array of recreational and cultural opportunities, setting Chautauqua County apart from the rest of the pack.

The choice is simple:

Choose CHQ.

Live CHQ.

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Chautauqua County in #WesternNewYork

is the perfect place to call home, 

no matter your lifestyle!

Whether you thrive in the hustle and bustle of city life or prefer the tranquility of rural living, this county offers a patchwork of charming communities! With affordable living, exciting career opportunities, rich local history, and an appealing quality of life that includes outdoor recreation and cultural amenities, our county weaves together a unique tapestry that’s hard to find anywhere else! Discover the beauty and opportunities waiting for you in Chautauqua County!

Application Details

REDC REGION
Western New York

PROGRAM
NY Forward Round 3

MUNICIPALITY

Village of Sherman

CONTACT

Colleen Meeder

TITLE
Mayor, Village of Sherman

DOWNTOWN NAME
Sherman

COUNTY
Chautauqua County

PRO-HOUSING COMMUNITY STATUS
Certified 10/17/2024

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