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Informational Meeting: NY Forward Grant
Hello Neighbors, Later this month, the Village of Athens will be submitting an application for a $4.5M grant through NY Forward. This is similar to a Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI) grant, but is intended for smaller communities like ours. Coxsackie received an award through this program earlier this year. We will be holding an informational…
September 13th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Office (2 First St.). We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us in the office. The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
Yard Sale Day List: 2023
Hello Neighbors, The Communications Committee created a sign up form so that we could distribute a list of homes participating in Athens Yard Sale Day (tomorrow: Saturday, 8/26*). Thank you to all who contributed! This list is likely not inclusive of everyone who’s planning on selling this year, but it’ll get you started for sure.…
Public Hearing: August 30th, 6pm
NOTICE Village of Athens Planning Board Please take notice that there will be a Public Hearing of the Athens Village Planning Board on Wednesday, August 30, 2023 @ 6:00pm in the Village Clerk’s office, 2 First Street, Athens, NY. The purpose of the meeting is to hear public comment and review an application for…
August 23rd Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Clerk’s Office (2 First St., 1st fl.). The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
Reminder: 2023 Yard Sale Day Sign Up!
Hello Neighbors, Just a friendly reminder to get sign up by this Wednesday, August 23rd if you want to be included in this year’s Yard Sale Day list. Yard sale day is on Saturday, August 26th. Of course, you don’t need to sign up to have a yard sale, but if you want to spread…
Tank Cleaning & Hydrant Flushing, Aug. 21st – 24th
Last week, the main water tank underwent cleaning prior to the hydrant flushing that took place. While we had intended to get the Dogwood Lane tank cleaned at the same time, it was not possible. The Dogwood Lane tank will undergo cleaning on August 21st. This may take two days. After that, the Village of…
Reminder: Hydrant Flushing, Aug. 16th & 17th
The Village of Athens Department of Public Works will be performing hydrant flushing on Wednesday and Thursday this week, August 16th – 17th. Some residents may experience turbidity and/or discoloration in their water. You should refrain from doing white laundry on these days. Thank you! We apologize for any inconvenience.
Hydrant Flushing: 8/10 – 11 & 8/16 – 17
In order to address recent instances of water discoloration, we are having both of the village’s water tanks cleaned. Cleaning is taking place today (8/10/23). Once tank cleaning/maintenance has been completed, the Village of Athens Department of Public Works will be performing regular hydrant flushing. We expect this to occur late in the day today…
Schedule Change: Planning Board
Hello Neighbors, Due to a scheduling issue, the August Planning Board meeting will be held on Tuesday, August 22nd. Moving forward, meetings will return to the regular schedule. That is, the third Tuesday of each month. As usual, the meeting will take place at the Community Building, 2 First St. Thank you!
August 9th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. However, we will start with public hearing on amendments to Village Code Section 201-16. Details can be found here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Office (2 First St.). We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be…
Public Hearing 8/9/23
At the start of this week’s Village Board meeting (Wednesday, August 9 at 6:30pm) the Village of Athens Board of Trustees will hear public comment on proposed amendments to Village Code Section 201-16 “Cutting of Grass, Weeds and Bushes Abutting Streets”. This hearing will take place at the Athens Village Clerk’s office at 2 First…
Special Water Notice: 8/3/23
The Village Clerk’s office has received several reports from water users who are experiencing discoloration in their water. Crews have performed low-flow hydrant flushing operations throughout the Village over the past week. We are aware and working on the problem. If you are having issues, please report them. Keep the feedback coming in. This will…
2023 Yard Sale Day Sign Up!
Hello Neighbors, Since 2021, we’ve made a list of homes participating in the annual Athens Yard Sale Day and it’s been a big success. This year, yard sale day is on Saturday, August 26th. So, back by popular demand, here’s the sign up form! Of course, you don’t need to sign up to have a…
July 26th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Clerk’s Office (2 First St., 1st fl.). The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
Hydrant Flushing Notice
Crews will be out today, tomorrow and next week (week starting 7/24/23) performing low flow hydrant flushing in various points throughout the Village. Low flow flushing should not affect water pressure or aesthetics. *If you are having any water issues, please report them. You can call the office at (518)945-1551, or click here and fill…
Special Notice: 7/18/23
The Village Clerk’s office has received reports from a few water users who are experiencing discoloration in their water. Crews will be out today doing targeted flushing in various points throughout the Village. This should help to resolve the issues. If you are having issues, please report them. This will help us target which areas…
Street Paving: Week of July 17th
Paving is tentatively scheduled to begin on July 17th for the following areas: Please do not park on these streets at this time. Utilize off street parking or side streets. Thank you!
July 12th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Office (2 First St.). We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us in the office. The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
Tomorrow: Summer Recreation Canceled
Due to the potential for bad weather tomorrow, the first day of the Athens Summer Youth Recreation Program is canceled. The program will resume on Tuesday, July 11th. We apologize for any inconvenience.
June 28th Meeting Canceled
Hello Neighbors, Due to unforeseen circumstances, this Wednesday’s village board meeting has been canceled. The board will resume with its regular meeting schedule on July 12th. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank You.
June 14th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Office (2 First St.). We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us in the office. The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
From Athens Summer Youth Recreation
Athens Summer Recreation is looking for counselors for the 2023 season. Requirements: first priority goes to individuals 16 years or older but I will consider 14 and 15 year olds, enjoys working with children, willingness to work for 5 weeks of the summer. Please pick up an application from the village clerk’s office at 2…
Greene County Emergency Notification: Smoke Conditions
From the Greene County Office of Emergency Management: Attention Greene county Residents. This is the Greene County Office of Emergency Management. Due to the wildfires in Canada, we are experiencing heavy smoke conditions in the county and throughout the Capital district and Hudson Valley areas. The National Weather service has issued an air quality alert…
Emergency Village Board Meeting Today: June 6
Hello Neighbors, The Village Board will hold an emergency meeting on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 at 4:30pm. This meeting will take place in person, in the Village Office at 2 First St. There is nothing to be alarmed about. The board of trustees needs to vote on one motion only, but it is time sensitive.…
May 24th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will begin with a public hearing. The Village Board of Trustees will hear public comment on the proposed increase to water and sewer hook-up fees. This is the fee charged for new hook-ups to the water and sewer system, not the…
May 10th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Village Office (2 First St.). We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us in the office. The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
April 26th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will begin with a public hearing on the Village of Athens tentative budget for FYE 5/31/24. You can view the tentative budget online or pick up a hard copy at the office. We will be holding this meeting in person, there…
Public Hearing 4/26/23: Tentative Budget
At the start of this week’s Village Board meeting (Wednesday, April 26 at 6:30pm) the Village of Athens Board of Trustees will hear public comment on the tentative budget for the 2024/23 fiscal year. This hearing will take place at the Athens Village Clerk’s office at 2 First St. You can view the tentative budget…
Special Meeting: Budget Work Session
Hello Neighbors, The Village Board will hold a special budget work session meeting on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 at 6:30pm. This meeting will take place in person, in the Village Office at 2 First St. The public is most certainly welcome to attend for observational purposes only. No comments will be heard and the budget…
IDA Meeting: April 20th, 8am.
The Greene County IDA will hold its monthly board meeting on Thursday April 20, 2023 at 8:00am. The meeting will take place at 45 Sunset Blvd., Coxsackie, NY. The IDA’s proposed PILOT agreement for the New Athens Generating Company is on the agenda. You can view the agenda for this meeting here.
April 12th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. However, we will begin with a public hearing on potential repeal of the tax cap. This is something we do annually at budget time. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us at…
Important Water Bill Info
Hello Neighbors, If you are a water/sewer customer you most likely received your bill last Friday. Due to a printing error, the due date on the bill is incorrect. The actual due date for first quarter water/sewer payments is May 10, 2023. We apologize for the inconvenience. Please share this information with those who may…
March 22nd Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. And please note: this week we will meet in the village office, the firehouse is booked up. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at…
Snow Emergency: Mar. 12th – Mar. 14th
Hello Neighbors, A snow emergency has been declared for the Village of Athens effective beginning at 7pm on Sunday, March 12, 2023. Please take note of the parking regulations below and help us keep the streets clear. The snow emergency parking regulations go into effect immediately and will remain in effect until 8am on Wednesday,…
March 8th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us at the firehouse. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.). Thank you!
Snow Emergency: Mar. 3rd – Mar. 5th
Hello Neighbors, The Mayor has declared a snow emergency for the Village of Athens effective beginning at 7pm on Friday, March 3, 2023. Please take note of the parking regulations below and help us keep the streets clear. The snow emergency parking regulations go into effect immediately and will remain in effect until Sunday, March…
Village Office Closure: 3/2 & 3/3/23
Hello Neighbors, Please note that the Village Clerk’s office will be closed on Thursday, March 2nd and Friday, March 3rd for new flooring installation. You can still contact the Village Clerk via email at this time. The office will reopen on Monday March 6th for regular business hours. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Snow Emergency: Feb. 27th – Mar. 1st
Hello Neighbors, The Mayor has declared a snow emergency for the Village of Athens effective beginning at 7pm on Monday, February 27, 2022. Please take note of the parking regulations below. The snow emergency parking regulations go into effect immediately and will remain in effect until Wednesday, March 1, 2023. The restrictions imposed by this…
February 22nd Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will begin with two public hearings. You can find details on those hearings here. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option. Please join us at the firehouse. If you are unable to join us…
Two Public Hearings: 2/22/23
On February 22, 2023 the Athens Village Board will hold two public hearings. The first hearing will be on the adopted tax exemption income scale for senior citizens and the disabled. This is conducted annually and the Village generally adopts Greene County’s suggested scale. Official notice below. You can view the county’s senior citizens and…
February 8th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option this week. Please join us at the firehouse. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.). Thank…
Jan. 25th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will begin the meeting with a public hearing. The Village Board will hear public comment on the Conservation Advisory Council’s proposed tree law. The regular Village Board meeting will commence immediately following the hearing. Depending on attendance, speakers’ time may be…
Public Hearing 1/25/23: CAC Proposed Tree Law
The Conservation Advisory Council has proposed a new law concerning trees in the Village of Athens. We will be holding a public hearing at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department on January 25th, 2023 at 6:30pm for the purpose of receiving input from the community concerning this proposed draft law. This hearing will be immediately followed…
Restore NY Hearing Remote Link & Info
Tonight’s public hearing on the Village’s application for a Restore NY grant to begin development of 133 N. Washington will have a remote option. You can join us via Zoom at this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82265754735 In addition, you can view concept plans, drawings and background info related to this project here. Official Notice: The Village Board…
Public Hearing 1/18/23: Restore NY Grant
Official Notice: The Village Board of Athens, NY has scheduled a public hearing for January 18th, 2023 at 6:30pm at the Athens Firehouse located at 39 Third St. The purpose of the hearing is to obtain citizens’ views and comments relative to the submission of an application to Empire State Development for financial assistance under…
January 11th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option this week. Please join us at the firehouse. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.). Thank…
Snow Emergency: Dec. 15th – 17th
Hello Neighbors, The Mayor has declared a snow emergency for the Village of Athens effective beginning 8pm on Thursday, December 15, 2022. Please take note of parking regulations quoted below. The snow emergency parking regulations go into effect immediately and will remain in effect until 8am on Saturday, December 17th, 2022. “The restrictions imposed by…
Dec. 14th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting will cover both department heads and the monthly public agenda. Reminder: there is only one meeting in November, due to Thanksgiving. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin…
December Village Newsletter
The Village Communications Committee has published the December ’22 edition of the Village newsletter! Sending a reminder, in case you missed it. Click here to view online. You can also subscribe to get the latest updates from the Village of Athens directly to your inbox. Either click here or on the link in the newsletter itself.
Correction: Town Budget Public Hearing: Nov. 10, 2022
Please note correction below, the public hearing will take place at the Community Building at 2 First St. The Town of Athens is holding a public hearing on November 10th at 7pm at the Athens Community Building (2 First St.) to hear public comment on their preliminary budget for fiscal year, January 1, 2023 -…
Town Budget Public Hearing: Nov. 10, 2022
The Town of Athens is holding a public hearing on November 10th at 7pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) to hear public comment on their preliminary budget for fiscal year, January 1, 2023 – December 31, 2023. The legal notice was posted in the Daily Mail on November 1st and can…
Nov. 9th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting will cover both department heads and the monthly public agenda. Reminder: there is only one meeting in November, due to Thanksgiving. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin…
November Village Newsletter
The Village Communications Committee has published the November ’22 edition of the Village newsletter! Sending a reminder, in case you missed it. Click here to view online. You can also subscribe to get the latest updates from the Village of Athens directly to your inbox. Either click here or on the link in the newsletter itself. Stay cool!
No Remote Option Tonight (10/26/22)
Hello Neighbors, Due to some technical difficulties there will be no remote option for tonight’s meeting. Apologies for the inconvenience. A crucial part failed and we cannot get a replacement in time for tonight. We hope you’ll join us in person and you can always catch up on Village Board business by reading the minutes…
Oct. 26th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you can join…
Village of Athens Climate Summary Report
Hello Neighbors, The Athens Conservation Advisory Council just finished a cooperative project with the Hudson River Estuary Program and the Cornell Water Resources Institute, offices within the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. This is part of our continued efforts to prepare for, and respond to, climate change as it impacts our community. Working…
10/19 Joint Town/Village Meeting Postponed
Hello Neighbors, Due to unforeseen circumstances, this week’s joint meeting between the Village Board and Town Council has been canceled and will be rescheduled for a date in November. We will announce the date as soon as it is confirmed. Apologies for the inconvenience.
October 12th Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, there will be no remote option this week. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.). Thank you!
Voluntary Water Restrictions in Effect
Hello Again Everyone, I’ve gotten questions recently about when we’d lift the water restrictions that were put in place about a month ago. I know, because of recent rainfall, it seems like things should be back to normal, but unfortunately they are not. Because our drought conditions were so severe, our systems operator has advised…
Sept 21st Meeting Agenda
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. This meeting has been rescheduled from its usual 4th Wednesday of the month. We will be holding this meeting in person. Unfortunately, due to a staffing conflict, there will be no remote option for this meeting. The full agenda is available here.…
Water Update: 9/16/22
Happy Friday Everyone, Some of you had asked if the Village had lifted our mandatory water restrictions, which went into effect approximately two weeks ago. At our department heads meeting on Wednesday, I learned that our reservoir levels are still below the level that would allow us to lift these restrictions. Because the water is…
Sept. 14th Meeting Venue Change
Hello Neighbors, The Village Board meeting will be at the Community Building tonight. 2 First St. Apologies for the late notice. You can also view online. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6278758374 In addition, you can dial in at: (646) 558-8656 using meeting ID: 627 875 8374 Thank you!
Sept. 14th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you can join…
September Village Newsletter
Last month, the Village Communications Committee published the Summer ’22 edition of the Village newsletter! Sending a reminder, in case you missed it. Click here to view online. You can also subscribe to get the latest updates from the Village of Athens directly to your inbox. Either click here or on the link in the newsletter itself. Stay cool!
Mandatory Water Restriction in Effect
As we’re sure you are aware, the lack of rainfall has caused seriously low water levels at our reservoir. Because of this, the mayor has ordered water restrictions, effective immediately. Please refrain from watering lawns, washing cars, pressure washing, and any other non-essential uses. Such restrictions will be in place until further notice. Your cooperation…
Water Update: 9/1/22
There are two issues that residents connected to village water should be aware of. First, a flow test was conducted by a private property owner within the village. This included flushing of specific hydrants near the property. Village water operations were not aware that this was happening until early this morning. Generally, when a test…
Yard Sale Day List: 2022
Hello Neighbors, The Communications Committee created a sign up form so that we could distribute list of homes participating in Athens Yard Sale Day (tomorrow: Saturday, 8/27*). Thank you to all who contributed! This list is likely not inclusive of everyone who’s planning on selling this year, but it’ll get you started for sure. 17…
Reminder: Yard Sale Day Sign Up!
Hello Neighbors, This year, yard sale day is on Saturday, August 27th. Today’s your last day to add your address to the list! Of course, you don’t need to sign up to have a yard sale, but if you want to spread the word this is a good start. We’ll share the list on Yard-Sale-Day-Eve,…
August 24th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can tune in remotely to observe using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you…
Joint Town/Village Meeting Agenda and Link: 8/17/22
Hello Neighbors, This week the Village Board and Town Council are meeting jointly to discuss matters that pertain to both entities. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. The meeting takes place tomorrow, August 17th, 2022. We’ll…
Yard Sale Day Sign Up!
Hello Neighbors, Last year, we made a list of homes participating in the annual Athens Yard Sale Day and it was a big success. This year, yard sale day is on Saturday, August 27th. So, back by popular demand, here’s the sign up form! Of course, you don’t need to sign up to have a…
Aug. 10th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you can join…
Water Update: Hydrant Flushing
Yesterday, flushing was suspended due to low water levels in the main tank. We have begun again this morning and will continue for the next couple of days. Crews will be out in various points throughout the Village until we correct the discoloration. We’ll do our best to keep everyone informed. We apologize for the…
Special Notice: 8/8/22
This weekend, a few users experienced low pressure and/or brown water, due to an issue at the treatment plant. The original issue has been corrected, but water discoloration has persisted in some areas. Crews will be out today doing targeted flushing in various points throughout the Village. Some flushing was already performed and we have…
Special Notice: 8/6/22
Due to a treatment plant issue, users on Schoharie Tpke. and Salvino Dr. may experience low pressure and/or brown water. The issue has been corrected and the system is on its way back to full pressure. If you notice brown water in your home, you can flush your cold water lines before turning on the…
Community Choice Aggregation Expiring
Hello Neighbors, In 2020 the Village of Athens entered into a Community Choice Aggregation program to lower energy costs for residents by purchasing as a group. You can find more information about the program here. The contract was for two years, which means it is expiring this month. Those of you who chose to participate…
Summer Village Newsletter
Last month, the Village Communications Committee published the Summer ’22 edition of the Village newsletter! Sending a reminder, in case you missed it. Click here to view online. You can also subscribe to get the latest updates from the Village of Athens directly to your inbox. Either click here or on the link in the newsletter itself. Stay cool!
July 27th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can tune in remotely to observe using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you…
New Ferry Service
Hello Neighbors, Catskill Mountain Ferry Company began service between Athens and Hudson last Saturday and we couldn’t be more delighted to have them in our community. So, we’re spreading the word! The new ferry service will operate Friday-Sunday and you can find more info or book your trip at their website: catskillmountainferry.com. They also offer…
Emergency Preparedness Survey
Hello Neighbors, Greene County is currently conducting an emergency preparedness survey to gauge our communities’ level of disaster readiness. If you own a home or business in Greene County, please participate in the survey at the link below. This will help our communities better prepare for potential hazards. Thank You!
Joint Town/Village Board Meeting Postponed
Hello Neighbors, The joint Town and Village of Athens Board meeting which had been scheduled for Wednesday, July 20th will be postponed until August. The new date is August 17th. The Boards will meet at 6:30pm at the AVFD (39 Third St., Athens). We apologize for any inconvenience.
Annual Water Quality Report for 2021
Each year, in order to comply with New York State regulations, the Village issues a report on the quality of our drinking water. The report for 2021 is now available. It includes details on where the water “comes from, what it contains and how it compares to state standards”. You can read the full report…
Town of Athens Public Hearing: July 18th, 2022
The Town of Athens is holding a public hearing on July 18th at 7pm at the AVFD to hear public comment on their use of eminent domain to acquire a piece of property for the purpose of building a new Town Hall. The legal notice from page B4 of the July 12 edition of the…
July 13th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can view it remotely using the Zoom link below. The full agenda is available here. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you can join…
June 22nd Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will begin with a public hearing on proposed local law #5, a repeal of local law #1. We will be holding this meeting in person, but you can tune in remotely using the Zoom link below. However, the remote feed is…
Summer Rec Program Seeks Counselors
Summer Rec is looking to hire Counselors! Must be at least 16 yrs old. The program runs Monday through Friday, July 5th through August 12th for about 3 hours a day with the exception of some field trips. If you – or someone you know is interested, please contact the Village Clerk’s office for an…
June 8th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. The full agenda is available here. The public is welcome to observe the meeting via Zoom. You can tune in remotely using the link below. We’ll begin at 6:30pm at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St.) and you can join…
June Village Newsletter
The Village Communications Committee has published the June edition of the Village newsletter! Click here to view online. You can also subscribe to get the latest updates from the Village of Athens directly to your inbox. Either click here or on the link in the newsletter itself.
May 25th Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. We will begin with the swearing in of two newly promoted members of the Athens Police Department, Sargeant Ruso and Sargeant Cole. The full agenda is available here. We will be holding this meeting in a hybrid in-person/remote format, you can tune…
Civilian Oversight in Policing Committee Members Needed
In accordance with the Village of Athens local law #02 of 2022 passed on 13 April 2022, the Village Board is looking for residents interested in participating on the Civilian Oversight in Policing Committee. The committee was formed as part of the Village’s response to Executive Order #203, New York State Police Reform & Reinvention…
May 11th Village Board Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We will be holding this meeting in person. However, you have the option to tune in via Zoom with the link below. Due to a recent rise in local Covid cases, masks will be required for all those attending in person. You…
Notice of High Trihalomethane Levels: 2021
In 2021 the Village of Athens water system was found to have an average concentration of trihalomethanes that exceed the maximum contaminant level (MCL) of 80 parts per billion (ppb). The current THM LRAA is 82.9 ppb. Water suppliers are required to provide written public notification to consumers when MCL is exceeded. Read the full…
April 27th Village Board Meeting Agenda and Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting and we have two public hearings to cover. Due to a scheduling conflict, this meeting will be fully remote via Zoom at the link posted below. The full agenda is available here. First we will be hearing public comment on the proposed…
Upcoming Friends of Athens Events
Friends of Athens has two events approaching that are the perfect opportunity to get involved, meet your neighbors and help the community all at once! First: BE A PART OF ATHENS VILLAGE CLEAN UP DAY – Saturday, April 30. Meet at DPW building at 9 a.m. for a two hour trash clean-up of four designated…
Road Closure: Union Street Beginning 4/26/22
Beginning April 26th, until further notice, Union Street will be closed for repairs. Due to an inability for work vehicles to turn around in certain places, this road closure will extend from North Vernon St. to Farm to Market Rd. We apologize for any inconvenience. The culvert pipe project that we’ve been planning for several years,…
April CAC Meeting Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This month’s Conservation Advisory Council meeting will take place remotely via Zoom. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 21st at 6:30pm. All interested in observing this meeting may log in at the link below. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82693515752Or dial in to (646) 558-8656And use meeting ID: 826 9351 5752 Thank you!
VENUE CHANGE: Budget Work Session (remote)
Hello Neighbors, The Village Board will hold a special budget work session meeting on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 7pm. Due to a Covid exposure, this meeting will now take place via Zoom at the link below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6278758374 In addition, you can dial in at (646)558-8656 USUse Meeting ID: 627 875 8374 The public is…
Special Meeting: Budget Work Session
Hello Neighbors, The Village Board will hold a special budget work session meeting on Wednesday, April 20, 2022 at 7pm. This meeting will take place in person, in the Village Office at 2 First St. There will be no hybrid element for this meeting. The public is most certainly welcome to attend for observational purposes…
April 13th Village Board Meeting Agenda and Remote Link
Hello Neighbors, This week’s Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. However, we will open the meeting with a public hearing on the tentative 2022/23 budget. We will be holding this meeting in person. However, you have the option to tune in via Zoom with the link below. Please be prepared to mask…
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