StrOlean a No-Go
StrOlean a No-Go
OLEAN, NY - Next up in the Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC) Events Schedule was to be its final StrOlean of the season, October 3rd. In discussion with the Cattaraugus County Health Department, GOACC found out that “It was not recommended to draw a crowd of that size to an isolated downtown area.”
New York State Governor announced that in Phase IV of reopening, social gatherings of up to 50 people will be allowed. The Western New York region entered Phase 4 of reopening as of June 30, 2020.
Meme K. Yanetsko, GOACC COO said, “Although extremely upset by another cancellation, we completely understand the scenario of events over 50 with the safety and health of our volunteers, staff, and attendees.”
StrOlean is defined as an event to be held basically anywhere in the immediate area - downtown Allegany, Olean, Portville. Event-goers would saunter, amble, wander, walk the sidewalks, and be able to enjoy food, music, fine arts, classic cars and fun for all ages.
“For this event, there are several locations that would host people. We assumed each location would be regulated with the max of 50 people, enabling the event to be held. However, as it is all under one event name, StrOlean cannot be held this weekend or later in October (if rescheduling could happen),” added Yanetsko.
On a positive note, GOACC’s Events Committee met last week and has given the go ahead for all events to return in 2021. The complete schedule will be sent out shortly. For more information on GOACC or its activities/programs, please call the Chamber at 716-372-4433 or email events@oleanny.com.
About GOACC: The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce, located at 301 North Union Street in downtown Olean, has been the leading business organization in the greater Olean area since 1906. GOACC’s business plan reflects activities related to lobbying local and state leaders and developing programs, to supporting workforce development, small business owners, large corporate entities, non-profit organizations, manufacturers, and area residents.