Council members were in support of a joint effort between Athens Community Center, COMCorp and Hopewell Health that would train a service member to work with severe and persistent mental illness adults at the community center.
Council members will also begin planning for Ohio Brew Week.
Athens City Council will draft a resolution opposing budget cuts proposed by President Donald Trump that would eliminate funding for the Appalachian Regional Commission — a partnership the city relies on.
Athens City council will donate $500 from the Law Enforcement Trust Fund to aid O'Bleness Hospital's Emergency room with the purchase of a colposcope.
The unit responds to highly volatile situations, like hostage situations or reports of gunshots.
Council members will set aside $500 for the $16,000 machine, and also vote on the East Union Street renovation project.
Residents were split on proposed changes to East State Street, which would include a bike line sidewalk along the south side.
Council is working to draft a pilot parking permit program to allow for some exemptions from the 24-hour parking rule.
The letter was drafted by Councilwoman Chris Fahl, D-4th Ward.
Council members suggested reducing the deadline to apply from three weeks ahead of time to seven days.
Solutions by The State News
