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Notice of Public Hearing: Zoning Map

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Notice is hereby given to all residents of Athens, Tennessee, and to all persons interested, that...
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL CALLED MEETING

Notice is hereby given to all residents of Athens, Tennessee, and to all persons interested, that a special session of...
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NOTICE OF AUGUST PUBLIC HEARINGS

Notice is hereby given to all residents of Athens, Tennessee, and to all persons interested, that the Athens City Council...
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Ground Breaking for New Fire Station

On Tuesday, August 11, at 1:30 p.m., a ground breaking ceremony will take place for the City of Athens' third...
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Chief’s Award 2026

July 8th, 2026 City of Athens Police Chief Fred Schultz, along with the District Attorney and the Director of Athens...
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Athens Finance Department Awarded!

ATHENS, Tenn. - The City of Athens, Tennessee and its Finance Department, headed by Mike Keith, have been awarded the...
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FY 2026-2027 Annual Budget Now Available Online

The budget may be viewed online at the following link: FY 2026-27 Annual Budget
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Parks & Recreation Department Moving!

The City of Athens Parks & Recreation Department is preparing for an exciting move to its new home at the...
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City of Athens Fire Department Awarded Grant!

City of Athens Fire Department Awarded Grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation® to Enhance Emergency Response This Grant is...
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July 22, 2026

1:00pm

Board of Zoning Appeals

CANCELED

July 27, 2026
12:00pm

Athens Municipal Regional Planning Commission Work Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

August 10, 2026
5:00pm

City Council Work Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

August 18, 2026
6:00pm

City Council Regular Session

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

August 20, 2026

12:00pm

Recreation Advisory Board

Athens City Hall 815 N Jackson St., Athens, TN

September 7, 2026
CLOSED

City offices will be closed in observance of Labor Day

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City Schools begin Monday, drivers are urged to use extra caution around schools, buses, crosswalks and school zones. Slow down, eliminate distractions, and be prepared to stop.

Watch for school safety alerts and reminders from the Athens Police Department throughout the year.

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