Greene County's First Incorporated Village
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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Hello Neighbors, A high flow event has occurred in the village due to an incident at the Athens Pool earlier today. Because of this, some residents may be experiencing brown water issues. To address this situation, staff from the water department is beginning hydrant flushing procedures on Schoharie Tpke. We hope to have the situation …
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Hello Neighbors, This week's Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We begin at 6:00pm at the Athens Village Clerk's Office (2 First St., 1st fl.). The full agenda is available here. Thank you!
Hello Neighbors, There was a printing error on the most recent batch of water/sewer bills. The bill has a due date of 7/31/25 listed. This is incorrect. The actual due date for second quarter water bills is 8/15/26. No late payment penalties will be incurred for payments received between 7/31/26 and 8/15/26. Late payment penalties …
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Hello Neighbors, Drought conditions are nearing severe at the reservoir. Mandatory water restrictions are currently in effect. Please practice conservation efforts until further notice. There is insufficient rain in the forecast. Please see tips below for ways to conserve water during this dry season. Water conservation begins at home and benefits the entire community. Here …
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Hello Neighbors, This week's Village Board meeting is the monthly public agenda meeting. A representative from Coxsackie-Athens Central School District will be in attendance to answer questions regarding E.J. Arthur Elementary School. This meeting will take place at the Athens Volunteer Fire Department (39 Third St., Athens, NY). We begin at 6:00pm. The full agenda …
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 2024 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 …
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 2025 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 …
Hello Neighbors, We are experiencing early signs of drought conditions at the reservoir. Please practice water conservation efforts until further notice. There is insufficient rain in the forecast. Please see tips below for ways to conserve water during this dry season. Water conservation begins at home and benefits the entire community. Here are ways you …
Hello Neighbors, This week's Village Board meeting is the monthly department heads meeting. We begin at 6:00pm at the Athens Village Clerk's Office (2 First St., 1st fl.). The full agenda is available here. Thank you!