DPW Press Release 10/13/2023 Water Main Repair

PRESS RELEASE City of Olean Residents WATER MAIN BREAK The City of Olean Department of Public Works Water Distribution Division is performing an emergency water main repair at the intersection of Laurens and North 1st Street. Effective immediately water will be off to the majority of the city. It is recommended that motorists take alternate routes.  Thank you for your patience. City of Olean Department of Public Works(716) 376-5650

DPW Press Release 10/13/2023 Milling Project

PRESS RELEASE City of Olean Residents Irving Street (from South 11th St to South Union St) Weather permitting, the City of Olean’s contractor, D&H Excavating, will begin milling Irving Street (from South 11th St to South Union St) on Wednesday October 18th 2023.  This phase of the work will continue through the next week.  This will involve grinding down the streets, which will create rough road conditions.  Please use caution…

OFD Press Release 10/8/2023 Structure Fire E State St

On 10/08/2023 at 04:44 Olean City Fire Department was dispatched for a structure fire on the corner of Clinton Street at East State Street (correct address 304 E. State). Upon arrival, fire crews found heavy fire throughout the first floor and a trapped occupant who had exited a 3rd story window and was on the 2nd story roof awaiting rescue. Crews placed a ground ladder and assisted the resident down…

Now Hiring! Wastewater Plant Maintenance Worker (Full-time)

Help Wanted City of Olean DPW The City of Olean Department of Public Works is seeking qualified candidates for appointment to a full-time position of Wastewater Plant Maintenance Worker.  Applicants must be able to perform mechanical maintenance duties.  Candidates must have graduated from high school or possession of a NYS high school equivalency diploma.  Candidates for this position must have a valid NYS Driver’s License.  City of Olean residents preferred. …

Mayor’s Press Release – City of Olean Begins Comprehensive Development Plan Process

October 6, 2023—Olean—The City of Olean is updating its Comprehensive Development Plan (CDP). The CDP will provide an overview of the planning process and discuss the critical issues the community faces, while also identifying key assets and challenges that will lead to the long-term vision of a vital and dynamic Olean. It also will provide a blueprint for development, preservation, and enhancement of residential, commercial, and industrial neighborhoods as well…

Annual Leaf Collection Begins 10/23

NOTICE TO CITY OF OLEAN RESIDENTSANNUAL LEAF COLLECTION The Department of Public Works is announcing that City-wide leaf collection will begin on MONDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2023.  Leaves only (no tree limbs, branches, ornamental grass, or potted plants) will be collected from the pavement and loaded mechanically into dump trucks for removal.  The order of collection will be as follows: Areas east of North and South Union Street to the Olean Creek…

Mayor’s Press Release – Autumn Yard Waste Disposal Options

Autumn Yard Waste Disposal Options October 3, 2023—Olean—William J. Aiello, Mayor of the City of Olean, has announced that the Front Street City Lot, near the intersection of Seneca Street in Olean, will be opened on the following two dates in October for residents to dispose of yard waste: Saturday, October 14, 2023 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.Saturday, October 28, 2023 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The lot will be…