ATHENS CO TORNADO WATCH UNTIL 2AM, WED, 4/3/24, WATCHFOR RAPIDLY CHANGING WEATHER CONDITIONS!

THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE HAS ISSUED A TORNADO WATCH FOR ATHENS COUNTY UNTIL 2:00AM, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 3, 2024.

THUNDERSTORMS WIL MOVE EASTWARD INTO THE REGION OVER THE NEXT FEW HOURS AS A COLD FRONTAPPROACHES. THE STRONGEST STORMS WILL HAVE THE POTENTIAL TO PRODUCE DAMAGING WINDS, LARGE HAIL AND TORNADOES. STAY WEATHER AWARE INTO THE EVENING!

REMEMBER, A TORNADO WATCH MEANS CONDITIONS ARE FAVORABLE FOR TORNADOES AND SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS IN AND CLOSE TO THE WATCH AREA.  PERSONS IN THESE AREAS SHOULD BE ON THE LOOKOUT FOR THREATENING WEATHER CONDITIONS AND LISTEN FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

STAY TUNED TO NOAA WEATHER RADIO, LOCAL TV, RADIO OR YOUR CABLE TELEVISION PROVIDER FOR LATER STATEMENTS AND POSSIBLE WARNINGS.

Nelsonville seeking lifeguards for 2024 summer swim season applications available at https://tinyurl.com/3hbsre27

The City of Nelsonville is seeking applications for the City’s Aquatic Center lifeguards for the summer season of 2024. The lifeguard position is a seasonal position. Applicants do not have to be a certified lifeguard to apply. Training will be conducted at a future date. Applicants must be a minimum of 16 years old.

A lifeguard is responsible for,

  • Supervising swimmers.
  • Enforcing swimming and aquatic center rules and regulations, including prevention of accidents and identifying hazards.
  • Performing water rescues.
  • Performing first-aid, including CPR & AED.
  • Assisting with opening and closing procedures.
  • Operating concession stand and admissions office.
  • Assist with general questions or concerns.
  • Complete facility cleaning daily and as needed.

Job Type: Part-time, seasonal

Pay: $11.00 per hour

Schedule: 8-hour shifts, including weekday, evening, and weekend availability

To apply for a position at the City’s Aquatic Center as a seasonal lifeguard you can download a job description and application at https://tinyurl.com/3hbsre27, or scan the QR code. Completed applications must be received by the 4:00PM, Wednesday, April 17, 2024. Completed applications can be dropped at or mailed to Nelsonville City Hall, 211 Lake Hope Drive, 45764, attention Aquatic Center. Completed applications can also be Emailed to AquaticCenter@cityofnelsonville.com.

Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee held a Meeting, Mon 4/1/24 Recording https://youtu.be/SzkxCpxV4io

The City of Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee held a meeting on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 7:30PM at City Hall. The meeting was held to discuss,

  1. 2024 pool season.
  2. Pool Manager position.
  3. Assistant Pool Manager position.
  4. Lifeguards pay rates.
  5. 2024 pool admission rate.

The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u.

Annual Nelsonville Beautification Initiative Sun, 4/21 through Wed, 4/24, turn the vision of a more beautiful community into a reality, to register as a volunteer go to https://tinyurl.com/3j3n6bfh

The City of Nelsonville would like to invite all residents to join in a community-wide effort to enhance the beauty of our town through the new Annual Nelsonville Beautification initiative. Together, we’ll roll up our sleeves and plant flowers, clean up litter, and transform neglected spaces into vibrant showcases of pride. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just eager to lend a hand, everyone’s contribution makes a difference. Let’s cultivate a sense of unity and belonging as we work side by side to create a more inviting and visually stunning environment for all to enjoy. Together, we’ll turn our vision of a more beautiful community into a reality.

April 21, 2024, 9:00am

  • Nelson Commons Park & Aquatic Center Clean Up
  • Season Prep
  • Roundabout Garden Clean Up
  • Nelsonville Square Clean Up

April 22, 23, 24, 2024

  • Neighborhood Cleanup Crew

All Week

  • City Street Sweeper will be in operation
  • We kindly urge businesses and homeowners to tidy up their respective properties

If you want to volunteer go to https://tinyurl.com/3j3n6bfh to register.

The Annual Nelsonville Beautification initiative is being sponsored by,

  • Rocky Community Improvement Fund
  • City of Nelsonville
  • Nelsonville Rotary Club
  • Nelsonville Area Chamber of Commerce

Athens Co Flood Watch from 2AM, Mon, 4/1/24, until 10PM, Tue, 4/2/24, watch for rapidly changing weather conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County in effect from Monday, April 1, 2024, at 2:00 AM until Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10:00 PM.

WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio, and West Virginia.

WHEN…From Monday, April 1, 2024, at 2:00 AM until Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at 10:00 PM.

IMPACTS…Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain. The prolonged heavy rain could also cause river flooding.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS…http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

Nelsonville Finance Committee meeting Mon, 4/1/24, 8PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

The City of Nelsonville Finance Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 8:00 PM at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss City financial issues.

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Monday, April 1, 2024. 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 Parks and Recreation Committee meeting Mon, 4/1/24, 7:30PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

The City of Nelsonville Parks and Recreation Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 7:30PM at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss,

  1. 2024 pool season.
  2. Pool Manager position.
  3. Assistant Pool Manager position.
  4. Lifeguards pay rates.
  5. 2024 pool admission rate.

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Monday, April 1, 2024. 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 Street Committee meeting Mon, 4/1/24, 7PMat City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

The City of Nelsonville Street Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 7:00PMat City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss,

  1. Street signs, city-wide.
  2. 2024 street paving projects.
  3. 2025 Canal Street paving project.

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Monday, April 1, 2024. 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 Utilities Committee meeting Mon, 4/1/24, 6:30PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

The City of Nelsonville Utilities Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 6:30PM at City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss,

  1. Wastewater Treatment Plant. Plant Operator Salary.
  2. Add the Service Director as essential personnel to the vehicle take-home ordinance.

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com by 1PM, Monday, April 1, 2024. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.