Athens Co Wind Advisory, Sat, 3/25/23, 11AM until 8PM, SW winds 15 to 25mph gusts up to 45mph

The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory for Athens County in effect from 11:00 AM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

WHAT…Southwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.

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

WHEN…From 11:00 AM until 8:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

IMPACTS…Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS… Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

Nelsonville Street Committee Meeting Thu, 3/30/23, 6PMat City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

The City of Nelsonville Street Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, March 30, 2023, at 6:00PMat City Hall. The meeting is being held to discuss,

  • How to classify street repairs
  • Setting a time limit on repairs (Once a road or walking surface was opened a time limit to when it would need to be repaired to meet City standards)
  • Currently scheduled street repairs
  • Street repairs Five-year plan

Citizens comments may be made in person or Emailed to nelsonvillecity@gmail.com by 1PM, Thursday, March 30, 2023. The meeting may be streamed on the City of Nelsonville YouTube channel https://tinyurl.com/bhv6bp4u. The public is invited and encouraged to attend.

Athens Co FLOOD WARNING until 8:15PM, Fri 3/24/23, small stream flooding from excessive rainfall is occurring

The National Weather Service has issued a FLOOD WARNING for Athens County in effect until 8:15PM, Friday, 3/24/23.

WHAT…Small stream flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.

WHERE…A portion of southeast Ohio, including the following counties, Athens and Vinton.

WHEN…Until 8:15PM, Friday, 3/24/23.

IMPACTS…Flooding of small creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Streams continue to rise due to excess runoff from earlier rainfall. Between 1.5 and 2 inches of rain have fallen.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

– At 1022 AM EDT, Several roads are reported closed due to flooding. This includes parts of State Routes 328 and 56 in Vinton County. Portions of State Routes 356, 681, 56 and 681 are reported closed in Athens County.

– Some locations that will experience flooding include… Mcarthur, Albany, Chauncey, Zaleski, Amesville, The Plains, Creola, and Eagle Mills.

http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Report flooding to the National Weather Service by calling toll free, 800-401-9535, when you can do so safely.

Athens Co Flood Watch from 2AM, Fri, 3/24/23, until 2PM, Sat, 3/25/23, flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall possible

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Athens County, in effect from 2:00 AM, Friday, March 24, 2023, until 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

WHERE…Portions of northeast Kentucky, southeast Ohio and West Virginia, including the following counties, in northeast Kentucky, Boyd, Carter and Greenup. In southeast Ohio, Athens, Gallia, Jackson OH, Lawrence OH, Meigs, Vinton and Washington. In West Virginia, Cabell, Calhoun, Doddridge, Gilmer, Jackson WV, Mason, Pleasants, Ritchie, Roane, Tyler, Wirt and Wood.

WHEN…From 2:00 AM, Friday, March 24, 2023, until 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 25, 2023.

IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

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 City Council regular meeting Mon, 3/27/23, 7PM at City Hall, the public is invited and encouraged to attend

The Nelsonville City Council will hold a regular Council meeting on Monday, March 27, 2023, at 7:00PM in Council Chambers at City Hall.

Citizens comments and business and organizational comments may be made in person or Emailed to nelsonvillecity@gmail.com by 1PM, Monday, March 27, 2023. 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.

Nelsonville is seeking applications for the City’s Aquatic Center Lifeguards for the summer of 2023, apply at https://tinyurl.com/2adm5hca

The City of Nelsonville is seeking applications for the City’s Aquatic Center Lifeguards for the summer season of 2023. Lifeguard position is a seasonal position.

A Lifeguard, or Lifesaver, is responsible for,

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

Job Type: Part-time

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 please apply at http://www.indeed.com by searching Lifeguard, Nelsonville, OH or follow the link https://tinyurl.com/2adm5hca, or scan the QR code. Interested people can also scan the QR Code below to go to the online application.

Nelsonville seeking Aquatic Center Manager for summer of 2023, apply at https://tinyurl.com/4vabzdum by 3/31/23

The City of Nelsonville is seeking applications for the City’s Aquatic Center Manager. The Aquatics Center Manager oversees the daily operation of the Nelsonville Aquatics Center. The daily operation includes but is not limited to open swim times, lap swimming, learn to swim program, parties/special events, and aqua aerobics. Aquatics Center Manager position is a seasonal position.

Responsibilities:

  • Recruits, interview, hire and train staff prior to the opening of the pool
  • Conduct training programs, staff meetings, and evaluations
  • Be the main point of customer service for the public including making decisions related to rule enforcement
  • Schedule and assign staff for appropriate coverage – including opening and closing of the facility
  • Maintain all required records concerning maintenance, pool chemistry, daily logs, first-aid/incident reports
  • Oversee and inspect all areas of the pool for sanitation and safe equipment
  • Schedule events and manage reservations for the facility
  • Fill out payroll
  • Report any problems or incidents to City Manager
  • Overseeing and assigning daily cleaning of the facility including locker rooms/restrooms, deck surfaces, trash/recycling, and pool vacuuming
  • Backwashing of pool, safe handling of chemicals, adjusting chemical levels to maintain a safe water chemistry
  • Order supplies including concessions, chemicals, and cleaning products
  • Maintain a safe and sanitary concession operation
  • Accurately count and oversee the appropriate handling of money, processing of credit card transactions, and maintain auditing practices as set by the Nelsonville City Auditor and State of Ohio
  • Prepare weekly, monthly, and seasonal records/reports to be submitted to City Manager

To apply for the position of the City’s Aquatic Center Manager please submit a letter of interest and resume to citymanager@cityofnelsonville.com or apply at http://www.indeed.com by searching Aquatic Center Manager, Nelsonville, OH, or follow the link https://tinyurl.com/4vabzdum, or scan the QR code. Interested people can also scan the QR Code below to go to the online application. Position open until filled; for full consideration, please apply by March 31, 2023.