Olean Mayor Calls for More Local Volunteers for Downtown Beautification Efforts

Olean's Mayor, William J. Aiello, announced the election of Danielle Eaton as the new Chair of the Downtown Olean Beautification Committee, succeeding Pat Driscoll. John Balacki is the new Vice Chair. The committee, including members like Susan Bly, Joey Enright, and others, is a volunteer group dedicated to enhancing downtown Olean's public gardens. They meet monthly with city officials to plan and suggest long-term garden strategies.

The committee also engages volunteers to upkeep the street gardens. Volunteers include Bill and Laurie Marsfelder, Bob Lehman, and others, as well as the Cattaraugus County Social Service Group. Another group helps prepare the planters and baskets.

Mayor Aiello commended the committee for their innovative efforts in keeping downtown Olean vibrant from late winter to late autumn. These include planters in roundabouts and medians, hanging baskets, rose bushes, and a variety of colorful plants.

Mayor Aiello also emphasized the need for additional volunteers to maintain the gardens. Despite many gardens being adopted by residents and businesses, 19 gardens still require adoption. The city is hopeful for more volunteers in the upcoming season.

Volunteers will be recognized with a sign in each garden and provided with gloves and weed disposal bags. Mayor Aiello urged those interested to contact his office and expressed gratitude to the current committee members and volunteers for their hard work in beautifying Olean.

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