Nelsonville Code Enforcement reminds residents that city code requires the removal of snow and ice from sidewalks

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The City of Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office has received reports of people having to walk on streets due to snow covered sidewalks. We would like to remind Nelsonville residents that property owners are responsible for snow removal from their sidewalks within a reasonable time, which will ordinarily not exceed twelve (12) hours, after any storm during which snow and ice may have accumulated.

§9.14.05. Streets and sidewalks.

It shall be the duty of the owner, or occupant of each and every parcel of real estate in the City abutting upon a sidewalk to keep said sidewalk abutting his premises free and clear of snow and ice, and to remove there from all snow and ice accumulated thereon within a reasonable time, which will ordinarily not exceed twelve (12) hours, after the abatement of any storm during which said snow and ice may have accumulated.

The City does not want to issue citations for snow covered sidewalks; we just want the sidewalks clean and safe for pedestrians, so they do not have to walk in the streets. We encourage neighbors to help neighbors. Please check on your elderly and disabled neighbors.

Please contact Austin Kelley, Code Enforcement Officer, if you have any questions or concerns. 8AM- 4PM Monday/Friday (740) 753-1314 or codeenforcement@cityofnelsonville.com.

Athens Co WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY, Tue, 2/3/26, from 7AM until 10PM, 1 and 3 inches of snow expected

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The National Weather Service has issued a WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY for Athens County in effect Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 7:00 AM until 10:00 PM.

WHAT…Snow expected. Total snow accumulation between 1 and 3 inches.

WHERE…Portions of southeast Ohio and northern West Virginia, including Athens County.

WHEN… Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 7:00 AM until 10:00 PM.

IMPACTS…Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5-1-1 or by accessing the online traffic and roadway portal for your state.

Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Nelsonville Utilities Committee meeting Mon, 2/2/26, 5:30PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

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The City of Nelsonville Utilities Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 5:30PM at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss funding for phase 3 utility project.

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Monday, February 2, 2026. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Nelsonville Canal Street fiber optic cable work overhead Mon, 2/2/26, watch for work crews, drive with caution around work areas

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The City of Nelsonville announces that Sunrise Telecom for Spectrum will be doing fiber optic cable work along Canal Street on Monday, February 2, 2026. There will be Aerial Bucket Trucks along with the crews running fiber optic cables. Traffic cones will be placed in the roadway to assist in directing traffic on Canal Street.

Additionally, Sunrise Telecom for Spectrum crews will be doing fiber optic cable work throughout the City through Saturday, March 28, 2026. 03/28/2026. The Canal Street work is only on Monday, February 2, 2026.

Please watch for work crews and drive with caution around work areas.

Athens Co COLD WEATHER ADVISORY from 7PM, Sat, 1/31/26, until 11AM, Sun, 2/1/26, wind chills as low as 10 below expected

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The National Weather Service has issued a COLD WEATHER ADVISORY for Athens County in effect from 7:00 PM, Saturday, January 31, 2026, until 11:00 AM, Sunday, February 1, 2026.

WHAT…Very cold wind chills as low as 10 below expected.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northeast, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. This includes Athens County.

WHEN… 7:00 PM, Saturday, January 31, 2026, until 11:00 AM, Sunday, February 1, 2026.

IMPACTS…The dangerously cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could cause frostbite on exposed skin, as well as hypothermia if precautions are not taken.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Athens Co COLD WEATHER ADVISORY from 7PM, Fri, 1/30/26, until 11AM, Sat, 1/31/26, wind chills as low as 11 below expected

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The National Weather Service has issued a COLD WEATHER ADVISORY for Athens County in effect from 7:00 PM, Friday, January 30, 2026, until 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 31, 2026.

WHAT…Very cold wind chills as low as 11 below expected.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and central, northeast, northern, southern, and western West Virginia. This includes Athens County.

WHEN…From 7:00 PM, Friday, January 30, 2026, until 11:00 AM, Saturday, January 31, 2026.

IMPACTS…The cold wind chills as low as 10 below zero could result in hypothermia if precautions are not taken. Frostbite and hypothermia will occur if unprotected skin is exposed to these temperatures.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Additional information can be found at https://www.weather.gov/rlx as well as on Twitter and Facebook pages.

Nelsonville Code Enforcement teams up with Helping Hands of Southeast Ohio to assist seniors and disabled in Nelsonville

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The Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office is teaming up Helping Hands of Southeast Ohio to address a gap in non-profit services for seniors in Nelsonville for exterior maintenance and minor home repairs. Both agencies are working together to help mitigate some code violations in Nelsonville.

Helping Hands was founded in 2024 when they identified a gap in non-profit services in our area for exterior maintenance and minor home repairs. The reality is that many seniors and people with disabilities don’t have a support system, or the financial or physical means to be able to maintain their homes appropriately.

Helping Hands hires quality and reliable contractors to perform the work while a team comprised of community leaders serve on the Board of Directors to guide the growth of the organization.

The Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office and Helping Hands of Southeast Ohio have coordinated to provide three senior homeowners with the resources for snow removal. The Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office would like senior homeowners to know there are resources available to help with simple home maintenance.

Persons interested in the programs available from Helping Hands of Southeast Ohio can visit their website at https://www.helpinghandsseo.com or call their office at 740-907-8585.

Nelsonville Utility customers remember, questions or issues involving garbage or recycling pick up, please contact Athens Hocking Solid Waste District at 740-594-5312

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Nelsonville Utility customers are reminded, if they have any questions or issues involving their garbage or recycling pick up, they need to contact Athens Hocking Solid Waste District at 740-594-5312.  For billing questions and concerns call 740-753-2151. Thank you for your understanding and assistance.