About

The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation was established in 2006 as a public-private partnership to implement the Jamestown Urban Design plan to assist the economic revitalization of our region. In 2010, we expanded our work to include neighborhood revitalization by commissioning and implementing  the City of Jamestown: A Livable Community study. You can learn more about these studies and their updates in our Resources section. The Jamestown Renaissance Corporation has adopted the following mission, vision, and values:

Mission

We revitalize our urban landscapes and neighborhoods through strong public-private partnerships. 

Vision

Stronger neighborhoods, a vibrant downtown, and an engaged community

Values

Integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, visionary, informed stakeholders

Staff

Mary Maxwell

Mary Maxwell

Neighborhood Coordinator

Frank Besse

Frank Besse

Executive Director

Board

Kim Ecklund

Mayor

David Niles

Roger Tory Peterson Institute

Noah Goodling

Capacity Lab

Luke Fodor

St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Crystal Surdyk

Jamestown's Director of Development

Steve Sandberg

Retired

John Felton

Southern Chautauqua Federal Credit Union

Ellen Shadle

Jamestown's City Planner

Nancy Gleason

Gebbie Foundation