City of Athens - Current News

The Mayor's Press Conference for Wednesday, May 16, 2012 has been cancelled[Wed, 16 May 2012 12:9:5]

Wed, 16 May 2012 12:9:5

The Mayor's Press Conference for Wednesday, May 16, 2012 has been cancelled, due to the Mayor's attendance at another meeting.

The Planning Commission Meeting for Wednesday, May 16, 2012 has been cancelled.[Tue, 15 May 2012 16:29:1]

Tue, 15 May 2012 16:29:1

The Planning Commission Meeting for Wednesday, May 16, 2012 has been cancelled.

Cyclists, learn basic bike maintenance and riding skills[Mon, 14 May 2012 12:45:53]

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:45:53

Join other cyclists, learn basic bike maintenance and riding skills on May 19th at the Athens Community Center

1-2 pm
Meet and Greet with Athens cyclists and groups, including
members of the Athens Bicycle Club, the OU Mountain Bike
Club, The Hockhocking Adena Bikeway Committee, and
others.
Fixing a flat with Shade Tree Bike Works.
Interesting display of bicycles.

2-3:30 pm
Introduction to Cycling Skills: Start saving on gas costs by
learning basic bicycle handling and best cycling practices.
Bring a bicycle and helmet.
Athens Simply Cycling
Event 2012
celebrate National Bike Month
with the Athens Bicycling community
Everyone is welcome, and this event is free.
Youths can also join the fun in the morning
for the annual Bike Rodeo from 9-12.
Sponsored by the City of Athens Bicycle and Pedestrian Subcommittee
of the Athens Transportation Committee

Mill St. Media Release[Mon, 14 May 2012 12:43:50]

Mon, 14 May 2012 12:43:50

May 13th, 2012

A number of house parties occurred on Mill Street on Saturday that resulted in a large number of people in attendance. The event remained uneventful throughout its entirety.

Two nuisance parties were shut down due to non-compliance. Police arrested nine people during the event. Most arrests were alcohol related offenses. Four of the arrestees were from Ohio University, three from Ohio State University and two from other universities. Ohio Investigative Unit arrest numbers were not available at press time. Athens Emergency Medical Service transported two people for minor injuries sustained in the area.

The City of Athens would like to thank the Ohio University Police Department, the Athens County Sheriff, The Ohio Investigative Unit, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the Ohio Special Response Team, Mounted Patrol from various agencies, Ohio University Green Team and the many other police and community agencies that assisted with this event.

For more information, please contact Ron Lucas, Deputy Service-Safety Director at (740) 592-3340 or by email at rlucas@ci.athens.oh.us

Town Hall Meeting is scheduled at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 [Wed, 9 May 2012 13:15:1]

Wed, 9 May 2012 13:15:1

Dear Students, Faculty, and Staff,

In the wake of dangerous, illegal behaviors that took place in our community last weekend, newspapers and websites around the world �opened a window� to Ohio University and Athens. These images and the unacceptable behaviors they displayed are an embarrassment. We are better than this. People that live here for a just few years or for a lifetime have rejected these behaviors and their related distortion of what our community is about. The City of Athens and Ohio University join with your friends and neighbors in condemning this behavior, which created life-threatening risks and harmed our community as a whole and each of us as individuals.

We must come together to unwaveringly create and foster a safe and positive atmosphere for our community. Only then can we demonstrate who we truly are.

A Town Hall Meeting is scheduled at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 9, 2012 at the West Portico of Memorial Auditorium, on the College Green at the intersection of Union and College Streets. All community members, including students, are encouraged to attend. We will be joined by other University and City leaders to discuss these serious issues and answer questions.

Paul Wiehl Roderick J. McDavis
Mayor President
City of Athens Ohio University

Parking Restrictions: Mill St, Oak St and City Garage[Tue, 8 May 2012 13:0:52]

Tue, 8 May 2012 13:0:52

The City of Athens is announcing that there will be no parking on Mill St. or Oak St. beginning Friday, May 11th, 2012 at 4 PM. Parking will be prohibited until Sunday, May 13th, 2012 at 3 AM. Violators will be towed.

The first three levels of the parking garage will also be unavailable for public parking beginning Friday, May 11th, 2012 at 4 PM. Public parking will be available in the parking garage on the upper three levels. Normal parking garage operation will resume on Sunday, May 13th, 2012 at 3 AM."

Fourth Annual Cat's Pajamas Clothing Exchange Benefit [Thu, 3 May 2012 12:1:38]

Thu, 3 May 2012 12:1:38

Fourth Annual Cat's Pajamas Clothing Exchange Benefit
Athens, OH April 26, 2012-The Fourth Annual Cat's Pajamas Clothing Exchange will be held at ARTS/West, located at 132 W. State St. in Athens, Ohio May 4-6, 2012.

The Cat's Pajamas Clothing Exchange is a three-day fundraising event for ARTS/West, our community performing arts center located at 132 West State Street, in Athens, Ohio. This year will be the fourth installment of the exchange, that grows in attendance and donations each year it has occurred. The entire basement of ARTS/West was filled with clothing items last year, and many bags of clothes that remained after the event were donated to local charitable organizations.

Kicking off on the evening of Friday, May 4th, the exchange will begin with a opening party event featuring refreshments. Regular exchange hours will occur the following afternoons of Saturday and Sunday May 5th and 6th from 12-5 pm.

The premise of the exchange is simple:
� Pay a flat entry fee of $5 that allows them in all three days of the event.
� People may take as many clothing items as they bring.
� All additional items beyond what the patron has brought will cost $1.
Anyone who brings donations early to ARTS/West will receive a golden ticket that allows them to take as many items as they like. Because the exchange will occur during Ohio University's Mom's Weekend, as it did last year, we expect a good turnout of Moms at this family friendly event.

Since 2005, ARTS/West has become one of the premiere art venue in Athens. Hosting events such concerts, plays, after school, classes, and art exhibits, ARTS/West truly is an asset to the community. The Cat's Pajamas Clothing Exchange is merely one of many annual events that makes ARTS/West shine.

Adult Softball Manager / Player meeting[Thu, 3 May 2012 11:42:20]

Thu, 3 May 2012 11:42:20

Adult Softball Manager / Player meeting has been moved to Tuesday May 8th, 6 pm at the softball fields. Teams may bring their league fees as well as pick up sanction materials from USSSA Director.

US 33 East from the East State Street entrance ramp construction[Thu, 3 May 2012 11:38:23]

Thu, 3 May 2012 11:38:23

"The Ohio Department of Transportation is performing a road resurfacing project on US 33 East. There is a change of traffic pattern when entering US 33 East from the East State Street entrance ramp. Entering traffic must stop before proceeding onto the highway. Traffic on US 33 East will be maintained, however, be prepared for traffic delays or stops, particularly during the morning, afternoon and evening commutes.

The resurfacing project will continue to the State Route 682 exit from US 33 East and is expected to be completed by June 30th, 2012.

For more information, contact Brenna K. Slavens at the Ohio Department of Transportation District 10 Office at (740) 568-3904 or via email at D10.PIO@dot.state.oh.us"

Thanks,

Ron Lucas, Jr.
Deputy Service-Safety Director
City of Athens, OH
(740) 592-3340
rlucas@ci.athens.oh.us