Nelsonville City Council regular meeting Wed, 10/14/2026, 7PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

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The Nelsonville City Council will hold a regular Council meeting on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Citizens’ comments and business and organizational comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel at https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

The City of Nelsonville is holding the 2nd Annual Spook-Tacular Homes of Nelsonville contest

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The City of Nelsonville is holding the 2nd Annual Spook-Tacular Homes of Nelsonville contest. The city will pick homes from around Nelsonville that have been decorated for Halloween. We will post the pictures of the homes Monday, October 26, 2026, on the “City of Nelsonville, Ohio” Facebook page for the public to view and vote for their favorite Nelsonville “Spook-Tacular Home”. Once the pictures are posted, we will be accepting votes until 4:00PM, Thursday, October 29, 2026. We will then announce the winner and place a sign recognizing the winner’s home, prior to trick-or-treat. So, help us out Nelsonville and decorate those homes!!!

Nelso Spooktacular Home flyerDownload

Nelsonville Trick-Or-Treat; Beggar’s Night, Sat, 10/31/26, 5:00PM to 6:30PM, MAKE IT SAFE, KEEP IT FUN!

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The City of Nelsonville announces that Trick-Or-Treat; Beggar’s Night will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 5:00PM to 6:30PM. It is important to use caution and plan ahead. Decisions on whether to participate should be made by individuals, and parents/guardians.

To help ensure adults and children have a safe Halloween, the City of Nelsonville has compiled a list of Halloween safety tips. Before Halloween arrives, be sure to choose a costume that will not cause safety hazards.

  • Carry hand sanitizer and use it often, especially after coming into contact with frequently touched surfaces and before eating candy.
  • If taking your children trick-or-treating, limit the number of houses you visit and ask your children to stay as far from treat-givers as possible. For small children, consider holding the bag for them.
  • Wipe off candy wrappers with sanitizing wipes when you arrive home. (NOTE: Never wipe unpackaged food with wipes.)
  • Allow children to eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid homemade treats made by strangers.
  • Stay home if you or your child feels sick.
  • All costumes, wigs and accessories should be fire-resistant.
  • Avoid masks, which can obstruct vision.
  • If children are allowed out after dark, fasten reflective tape to their costumes and bags, or give them glow sticks.
  • When buying Halloween makeup, make sure it is nontoxic and always test it in a small area first.
  • Remove all makeup before children go to bed to prevent skin and eye irritation.

When They’re on the Prowl.

  • A responsible adult should accompany young children on the neighborhood rounds.
  • If your older children are going alone, plan and review a route acceptable to you.
  • Agree on a specific time children should return home.
  • Teach your children never to enter a stranger’s home or car.
  • Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas and stick with their friends.
  • Tell your children not to eat any treats until they return home.
  • Children and adults are reminded to put electronic devices down, keep heads up and walk, do not run, across the street.
  • Drivers are urged to use extreme caution while driving in the Nelsonville area and watch for the children during the Trick-Or-Treat; Beggar’s Night time period.

City of Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office makes public notice of a building condemnation for the property at 219 Frank Street in Nelsonville, owned by Vaughn E. and Bertha Brobst

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Notice of Condemnation

The City of Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office is making a public notice of a building condemnation for 219 Frank Street in Nelsonville.

Property owners Vaughn E. and Bertha Brobst were sent a notice of condemnation by US Mail. The mail was unclaimed and returned to the City of Nelsonville.

Property owners Vaughn E. and Bertha Brobst are hereby notified that in accordance with Nelsonville City Code §91.30, the structure or structures located at 219 Frank Street, Nelsonville, Ohio 45764, the subject property and or by the Athens County Auditor’s Parcel ID#: P030020001200, has been found as a structure that is unsafe, or because of the degree in which it lacks maintenance or is in disrepair; is unsanitary; vermin or rat infested; contains filth and contamination; or lacks ventilation, running water, illumination, sanitary or heating facilities or other essential equipment, or because its location constitutes a hazard to its occupants or to the public.

Therefore, property owners Vaughn E. and Bertha Brobst are notified that within (30) days of this notice, the owner has the right to seek modification or withdrawal of the notice by written petition to Nelsonville City Council.

Re-occupancy of the structure shall only be permitted by written permission of the Nelsonville City Manager.

Nelsonville Condemnation Letter 219 Frank StDownload

The Libby Project is holding a free core vaccines clinic now at Nelsonville City Hall, Sat, 10/3/2026, 9AM until 2PM, pre-register at www.thelibbyproject.com/events

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The City of Nelsonville is pleased to announce that The Libby Project will be holding a free core vaccines clinic on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00AM until 2:00PM at a NEW LOCATION, Nelsonville City Hall Lobby. The clinic was moved from the Dog Park to avoid any contamination of the park by nonvaccinated dogs.

The Libby Project is excited to offer this clinic in Nelsonville to support pet owners in need in the Nelsonville area. Since The Libby Project is a non-profit organization, they do ask for proof of financial assistance at registration to make sure the vaccines go to families who truly benefit.

The Libby Project vaccine clinic will provide a combined vaccine that protects dogs against 5 common canine diseases: Distemper, Adenovirus type 1 and 2, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. Dog owners interested in bringing their furry friend to the vaccine clinic need to pre-register for the clinic online at http://www.thelibbyproject.com/events. A booster vaccine will be given on Saturday, October 7, 2026.

Nelsonville City Hall is located at 211 Lake Hope Drive. The clinic will be held in the building lobby.

Learn more about and donate to The Libby Project at http://www.thelibbyproject.com/about.

Nelsonville Utilities Committee held a meeting, Mon 9/28/2026 Recording at https://youtu.be/dN7H0BLUD6E

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The City of Nelsonville Utilities Committee held a meeting on Monday, September 28, 2026, at 6:20PM in City Hall. The meeting was held for a discussion concerning;

  •  A proposed AI policy for the City.
  • Streetlights along Canal Street.

The meeting was streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel at, https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u.

Nelsonville street closures and NO PARKING for Bigfoot Festival begin Fri, 10/2/2026, at 12AM until Mon, 10/5/2026, NO limited for safety concerns, use alternate route

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The City of Nelsonville announces that street closures and NO PARKING for the Bigfoot Festival will begin on Friday, October 2, 2026, at 12:00 AM and remain closed through Monday, October 5, 2026. This is a full street closure with NO limited access due to pedestrian safety concerns.

The following streets will be closed to all traffic:

  • West Washington Street from Post Office to Fort Street
  • West Columbus Street from Library to Public Square
  • East Columbus Street from Public Square to Jefferson Street
  • Rocky Boot Way from Public Square to Canal Street
  • Public Square
  • September Street from West Canal Street to West Columbus Alley
  • West Columbus Alley from September Street to Rocky Boot Way

Please expect vendor, carnival rides and pedestrian traffic throughout the area. Please use caution in the area during the festival and please consider using an alternate route.

The Libby Project is holding a free core vaccines clinic at the Nelsonville Dog Park, Sat, 10/3/2026, 9AM until 2PM, pre-register at www.thelibbyproject.com/events

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The City of Nelsonville is pleased to announce that The Libby Project will be holding a free core vaccines clinic at the Nelsonville Dog Park on Saturday, October 3, 2026, from 9:00AM until 2:00PM. The Libby Project is excited to offer this clinic in Nelsonville to support pet owners in need in the Nelsonville area. Since The Libby Project is a non-profit organization, they do ask for proof of financial assistance at registration to make sure the vaccines go to families who truly benefit.

The Libby Project vaccine clinic will provide a combined vaccine that protects dogs against 5 common canine diseases: Distemper, Adenovirus type 1 and 2, Parainfluenza, and Parvovirus. Dog owners interested in bringing their furry friend to the vaccine clinic need to pre-register for the clinic online at http://www.thelibbyproject.com/events. A booster vaccine will be given on Saturday, October 7, 2026.

The Nelsonville Dog Park, located at 1157 Dog Park Lane, is behind Advanced Auto Parts on East Canal Street, https://maps.app.goo.gl/Yg9Y5W8efSrcqHLk6.

Learn more about and donate to The Libby Project at http://www.thelibbyproject.com/about.