Chautauqua County Historian’s Advisory Commission

Purpose:                       To provide guidance and support to the municipal historians in the county and serve as a conduit of information between the State Historian and the municipal historians.  To serve as a conduit of information among municipal, local historical societies, museums and libraries.  To actively promote history-oriented tourism.  To act as a fundraiser/grant writer to provide resources for historical programs and/or to introduce legislative initiatives to promote community history.  To promote and encourage the preservation of historical records and artifacts; to disseminate information regarding local history to the County officials and the general public.

Oversight:

Membership:

Number of Members:  Not less than 4, no more than 8 (appointed by County Executive)

Terms:                         Staggered 1, 2 & 3 years

Legislators:                  1

Representation:

Legislative Approval:  YES

Chair: