On Wednesday, February 11th at 6pm, the Village of Athens Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing in the Village Clerk's office at 2 First St., Athens, NY for the purpose of accepting public comment on proposed amendments to Section 220-12 of the Village of Athens Code, "snow forecast parking regulations". Our regular board …
Water Restrictions Lifted
Hello Neighbors, We have lifted water restrictions for the village, however it is always a good idea to practice water conservation. Here are ways you can conserve water on a daily basis both indoors and out: Indoors Store drinking water from your faucet in your fridge so you don’t have to run the tap while …
Snow Emergency Declared: Jan. 24th – 28th
Hello Neighbors, The mayor has declared a snow emergency for the Village of Athens effective beginning 8am Saturday, January 24th, 2026. Alternate side (odd/even) parking regulations begin at this time. These regulations continue through Wednesday, January 28th, 2026 at 8pm, unless the emergency is extended. Please take note of the parking regulations below and help …
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Snow Emergency Extended for Snow Removal
Hello Neighbors, We are extending the snow emergency parking regulations in the village today (12/29) through Wednesday 12/31/25 to help facilitate snow removal. In addition to following posted street signage, please take note of the parking regulations below and help us keep the streets clear. Alternate side of the street parking shall be in effect …
Snow Removal Scheduled 12/30/25 – 12/31/25
Hello Neighbors, Please be advised that the Village of Athens DPW, in conjunction with the Town of Athens Highway Department, will begin snow removal operations in the village on Tuesday morning, December 30th and will continue into Wednesday, December 31st. We have begun posting "no parking" signage in the target areas. Please obey these temporary …
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Snow Emergency Declared: Dec. 26th – 28th
Hello Neighbors, The mayor has declared a snow emergency for the Village of Athens effective beginning 4pm Friday, December 26th, 2025. Alternate side (odd/even) parking regulations begin at this time. These regulations continue through Sunday, December 28th at 8am unless the emergency is extended. Please take note of the parking regulations below and help us …
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Snow Emergency Declared: Dec. 1st – 3rd
Hello Neighbors, The mayor has declared a snow emergency for the Village of Athens effective beginning 8pm Monday, December 1st, 2025. Alternate side (odd/even) parking regulations begin at this time. These regulations continue through Wednesday, December 3rd at 8am unless the emergency is extended. Please take note of the parking regulations below and help us …
Please Practice Voluntary Water Conservation
Hello Neighbors, Conditions at the reservoir have improved, but we are 100% out of the woods yet. After consulting with our water operator, I am lifting mandatory water restrictions at this time. But please continue to practice voluntary water conservation efforts. Please see tips below for ways to conserve water. Water conservation begins at home …
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Reminder: Mandatory Water Use Restrictions Still in Effect
Water levels at our reservoir are still very low. Because of this, the mayor has ordered continued mandatory water use restrictions. 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 in the Village’s effort to conserve water at this …
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Mandatory Water Use Restrictions in Effect Immediately
The lack of rainfall has caused seriously low water levels at our reservoir. Because of this, the mayor has ordered mandatory water use 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 in the Village’s effort …
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