Real Estate

Jacobs to Deliver Nearly $8 Million to Local Governments

Submitted by Mike Cecchini on Thursday, May 9th, 4:04 pm

Says Mortgage Tax Collections up 16.8% Over Same Period Last Year

Erie County, NY-Erie County Clerk Chris Jacobs announced his office will soon distribute to local governments throughout the County their share of the Erie County Mortgage Tax collections based off of real estate transactions recorded in the Clerk’s Office. The total to be distributed on May 15th is $7,896,969.86 and covers the six month period October 1, 2012-March 31, 2013. This amount is 16.8% higher than the same period last year.

“Record low interest rates have fueled both refinancing and home purchases throughout Western New York. This is a positive development for Erie County’s municipal governments since mortgage tax distributions are a major source of revenue for many of the County’s cities, towns and villages,” stated County Clerk Jacobs.

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Ellicottville Chalet Makes ‘Ski Country’ the Perfect Year-round Getaway

Submitted by Joe Kirchmyer

Monday, October 22nd, 2012, 12:31pm

Ellicottville Chalet Makes ‘Ski Country’ the Perfect Year-round Getaway

In just a few shorts weeks, thousands of avid skiers, snowboarders and outdoor enthusiasts will make their annual pilgrimage to the quaint Village of Ellicottville in Western New York’s southern tier for some excitement on the slopes. And for those not interested in conquering the hills, the shopping, restaurants and nightlife aren’t too bad either!

But Ellicottville isn’t completely about the snow season. In fact, there are some fantastic sights and sites to be enjoyed year-round, especially during the cool and crisp autumn months. From incredibly colorful fall foliage to a variety of roadside stands selling produce, pumpkins and other seasonal favorites, Ellicottville is a treat 365 days a year!

A view of the Ellicottville countryside from the wraparound porch.

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Group Will Raise Funds to Preserve Open Space in Aurora

Submitted by East Aurora Advertiser, Community Newspaper

Thursday, February 3rd, 2011, 1:30pm

Group Will Raise Funds to Preserve Open Space in Aurora

by Adam Zaremski

If the funds are raised, the land can be bought. That stipulation is the main clause of the contract between two Mill Road residents and a volunteer committee seeking to purchase 60 acres of land to keep as open space.

The Aurora Town Board approved the purchase resolution for the land at the Jan. 24 meeting as long the Friends of Mill Road Scenic Overlook group can raise $550,000, or an amount that would cover all purchasing costs. The committee is hoping that some of the money can be raised through a state grant for which the town would apply.

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