Tory Irgang introduced Crystal D. Surdyk, Director of Development for the city of Jamestown. Ms Surdkyk, a graduate of Buffalo State with a degree in Urban Planning joined the department in 2018 and was named director in January 2020. She also serves on the Board of the Jamestown Renaissance Corp.
Jamestown Department of Development is committed to providing economic, social, and cultural opportunities through a variety of public and private partnerships and resources to engage, educate and empower our citizens, create vibrant and safe neighborhoods with decent and affordable housing options, and to generate new investment that will improve the overall quality of life, well-being and sustainability of the entire community. The Department of Development also aids business owners, both small and large, with grant and low-interest loan programs in the hopes of creating jobs within the city. This department is also in charge of administering Community Development Block Grant and HOME Program funds.
 
The DOD includes the Jamestown Local Development Corporation (JLDC) and the Jamestown Urban Renewal Agency (JURA). Further information can be received at 716-483-7541 or dod@jamestownny.gov.
 
Hours: 9:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday