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Athens council ponders recurring sewer rate increases
The city is considering a short-term sewer rate increase plan — rather than annual ordinances — for the next four to five years.
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Athens police to drop use of Flock cameras
City police will no longer use automated license plate reader cameras after its Flock contract expires in February 2027.
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Athens reveals flood mitigation measures
The measures include portable flood barriers and reimbursements for installing backflow prevention units, Mayor Steve Patterson said.
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Perpetrators sentenced in Athens cyber theft
The city shared its victim impact statement and details on the federal case.
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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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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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Mount Zion brings flooding concerns before city council (Updated)
Representatives from the center said future flood damage is preventable, but only if the city makes repairs and updates.
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Proposed meter fine hike axed after business objections
Multiple Uptown business owners told the council that increasing parking meter fines would negatively impact employees and customers.
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Athens council talks flood mitigation plans
Business and homeowners told members of Athens City Council how flooding has affected their lives.
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Mayor: We’re taking action after Aug. 11 floods in Athens
On Monday, Mayor Steve Patterson explained how his administration is responding to last week’s flooding.
