Why are we walking? Because everyone in Athens — kids heading to school, parents withstrollers, neighbors with mobility challenges — deserves sidewalks that are safe and accessible. Right now, some of ours aren't. There are trip hazards, missing segments, and spots that are hard for anyone to navigate. So we're documenting it, block by block. …
Hydrant Flushing: 10/19 – 10/23/26
Hello Neighbors, Hydrant flushing operations are scheduled in the village for next week: October 19th - October 23rd. We always get a lot of questions regarding hydrant flushing. So, here's some info from our water operators, including what to expect and what to do during the procedure. If you have questions or concerns, please contact …
Yard Sale Day List: 2026
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, 8/29*). 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 26th
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that a public hearing will be held by the Village Board of Trustees of the Village of Athens, Greene County, New York at the Village Hall, 2 First Street, Athens, New York on Wednesday, August 26, 2026 at 6:00 o’clock PM in the evening for the purpose of hearing public comments …
2026 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 29th. So, back by popular demand, here's the sign up form! Yard Sale Sign Up! Of course, you don't need to sign …
Village of Athens Boil Water Notice: 7/30/26
Please be advised, due to the effects of yesterday's storm, the mayor has issued a boil water notice for all water service customers in the Village and Town of Athens. Our team is working hard to bring turbidity levels back down to normal, but until then all water used for drinking or food preparation should …
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State of Emergency Declared for the Village of Athens
The mayor has declared a state of emergency for the Village of Athens due to excessive rainfall. There is potential for flooding, road damage and other infrastructure damage. This declaration is effective beginning at 10pm on Tuesday, July 28th. This state of emergency will run for five days (through 10pm on August 2nd) unless it …
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Please Practice Voluntary Water Conservation
Hello Neighbors, Mandatory restrictions on water usage have been lifted. However, we ask that you continue to practice voluntary water conservation efforts. We've had some good rainfall and conditions have improved at the reservoir but we're not out of the woods yet. There's not much in the forecast for the next couple of weeks. And …
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July 22nd Village Board Meeting Canceled
Hello Neighbors, The regularly scheduled Village of Athens Board of Trustees meeting for July 22nd has been canceled. The meeting schedule will resume on August 12th. We apologize for any inconvenience. Thank you.
CAC Meeting Rescheduled for 7/23/26
This week's Conservation Advisory Council meeting has been rescheduled to next week. This month's meeting will take place in person on Thursday, July 23rd at 6:30pm in the Village Clerk's office at 2 First St. Thank you.