City of Dunkirk, Brooks-TLC to Talk Repurposing Plans for Current Hospital
8/16/2026 11:00:25 AM
By Greg Larson, News Director
The signing of a steel beam by dozens of officials marked a milestone in the construction of the new Northern Chautauqua Hospital in Fredonia. Meanwhile, there is still uncertainty on how Brooks-TLC's current facility on Central Avenue in Dunkirk will be used once the new hospital becomes fully operational. City Planning and Development Director Vince DeJoy says he and Mayor Kate Wdowiasz will meet with Brooks-TLC President and CEO Ken Morris this week to discuss redevelopment plans for that building...
Vince DeJoy: won't be an empty structure
DeJoy was one of the officials in attendance at Thursday's beam-signing ceremony. Morris thanked the community for its "patience, trust, and continued support" for the new hospital at 412 East Main Street. He said the ceremony was a "powerful" reminder that Brooks-TLC's vision is becoming a reality...
Ken Morris: more coordinated care
The $223 million project is projected to be completed in late 2029.