MAYVILLE - Growing a strong regional economy, growing strong children, growing our financial assets; all of these initiatives will be highlighted at the 2009 Chautauqua County Government Fair Booth with its theme of "Growing Our Future Together…Chautauqua County and You." The 2009 Chautauqua County Fair runs July 27th through August 2nd.

“Many local businesses have been gracious enough to donate items for giveaways and raffles, including Hollyloft Ski & Bike on Fairmount Avenue in Jamestown which again has donated a brand new bicycle,” said County Executive Gregory Edwards.  “We will also be handing out small sports bags and coolers, travel mugs and letter openers donated by the Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union which has locations in Falconer, Mayville, Dunkirk and Jamestown. 

The Greater Chautauqua Federal Credit Union, which is a member-owned resource, helps people grow their financial assets with competitive rates as well as a fully staffed human resource department to assist people with financial counseling.

"Numerous departments will be represented at the fair," said Government Booth Manager and County Clerk Sandy Sopak. "The booth will be staffed each day from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to provide information on many items including Veterans Affairs, Economic Development, Passport and Enhanced Driver License issues and Public Facilities, including parks, airports and highways.

The Chautauqua County Fair will be held at the fairgrounds at 1089 Central Avenue in Dunkirk from July 27 – August 2.  For more information, or to make a donation from your business, contact Sandy Sopak at 753-4331 or Cheryl Ruth at 661-8400.