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Geotechnical testing for Nelsonville pool will cost $6k
At its Monday meeting, the charter council discussed the study that would determine if ‘voids’ below the pool will prevent rebuilding.
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Nelsonville statutory council fills open seat
Leanna Potts is the newest member to join the council, which met Tuesday at Hocking College.
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Nelsonville to raise awareness of youth curfews
Police Sgt. Matt Greeno discussed communication strategies with the charter government’s Police & Fire Committee Sept. 21.
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Nelsonville charter council appoints new prosecutor
At a special meeting Sept. 10, the council appointed City Law Director John Haseley to succeed former prosecutor Daniel Picketts.
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Council wants faster pace on action plan for flooding
A new round of flooding on city streets after a heavy storm indicates that the city needs to work faster, said two council members.
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Where Athens County Commissioner candidates stand on county issues
The Independent asked commissioner candidates their views on hot-button county issues, including data center development.
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Athens considers streetlight ‘municipalization’ move
City council also heard presentations on neighborhood corridor overlay zones and the county land bank.
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Chauncey celebrates streetscaping completion
The project demonstrates how the village has capitalized on the Baileys Trail System, a council member said.
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Lobbying firm key to conflict at outdoor rec council
ORCA’s current board chair said ‘real tension’ began with a disputed contract with a lobbying firm closely tied to Athens Mayor Steve Patterson.
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Dover Township discusses data center concerns
Community members expressed concerns about potential data center development and a trustee suggested holding a vote.
