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Task force report highlights Athens’ walkability
Task force Chair Rob Delach talked about pedestrian improvements the city made in 2025, including 195 new tactile grids and a mural, before Athens City Council committees Monday.
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Police drones proposal crashes again in Athens City Council
Facing overwhelming public opposition, the council voted 5-2 against allowing city police to join a state-funded drone program.
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Statutory Nelsonville council repeals ordinances passed by other body
The repeals escalate the battle between the city’s two forms of government.
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Nelsonville City Council discusses additional funding for water project
The council on Monday approved $572,130 in additional funding needed for the third phase of its ongoing water project.
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Athens proposal for police-controlled drone program does not fly
The city council also discussed taking over ownership of its streetlights and a proposed retirement incentive program.
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Ethics committee could still investigate Sen. Chavez despite GOP claims
Ohio Senate Republican leadership last week said allegations against Brian Chavez by an environmental group had “failed.”
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Local issues, petitions filed for May primary (Updated)
Athens County voters will decide on 10 issues total.
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Nelsonville statutory council discusses social media concerns
Statutory city council addressed “a lot of talk” on social media, and how to amplify and grow local business.
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Athens adopts hiring freeze, gets more pushback on proposed utility fee
Athens City Council adopted a resolution asking the administration to freeze hiring to keep the city’s cash reserves stable.
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Nelsonville City Council approves 2026 budget
Operating under the charter at city hall, the council received city updates and approved the 2026 budget Tuesday, with a new city manager.
