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🍂 2026 LEAF VACUUM SEASON IS HERE! 🍂
The City of Athens Public Works Department is gearing up for another leaf vacuum season! Beginning this coming Monday, November 2, at 7:00 a.m., crews will begin collecting loose leaves throughout the city.
To help our crews work safely and efficiently, here are a few things to keep in mind:
🍁 LEAF PLACEMENT: Place loose leaves within 3–5 feet of the roadway as soon as they fall. Please DO NOT place leaves in the road, drainage ditches, or on sidewalks.
🍁 KEEP LEAVES CLEAR: Avoid placing leaves around mailboxes, trees, fences, utility covers, vehicles, or other obstacles. Leaves placed around or behind these objects will not be collected.
🍁 COLLECTION SCHEDULE: Crews will work through designated zones rather than individual call-in requests. Once all zones have been completed, crews will begin another round of collection.
🍁 MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES: Crews are expected to make multiple passes throughout the city, with a tentative return every 6–8 weeks. Leaf vacuum season typically continues through February, weather permitting.
🍁 ALTERNATIVE COLLECTION: Residents can also bag their leaves for collection during the biweekly Brush/Junk route.
Wondering when crews will be in your neighborhood?
While specific street-by-street schedules are not available, residents can check their collection zone and follow updates on crew locations by visiting:
www.athenstn.gov/public-works
Our Public Works crews are looking forward to another successful season! Thank you for helping keep The Friendly City clean and beautiful!
For questions or additional information, contact the Athens Public Works Department at 423-744-2745.
ELECTION SIGNAGE REMINDER!
With election season underway, the City of Athens would like to remind candidates, campaign volunteers, and residents of the City's ordinances regarding the placement of political signs within city limits.
To help keep our community safe and ensure compliance with the Athens Municipal Code, please remember the following guidelines:
Public Rights-of-Way: Signs are not permitted in public rights-of-way unless placed by the City or with City permission.
Sign Placement: Temporary signs may not be attached to poles, trees, fences, stones, or other objects within street rights-of-way.
Property Permission: Signs, posters, and other advertising materials may not be placed on public or private property without proper authorization.
Street Banners: Signs and banners may not be suspended across public streets or alleys without express authorization from the City's governing body.
The City of Athens appreciates everyone who takes an active role in our community and thanks candidates, campaign supporters, and residents for their cooperation in following these regulations.
Let's work together to keep Athens safe, welcoming, and beautiful throughout election season!
🏀 NOW HIRING: SEASONAL BASKETBALL POSITIONS! 🏀
Love basketball? Looking for a fun way to get involved in your community while earning some extra money?
The City of Athens Parks and Recreation Department is looking for enthusiastic, dependable individuals to join our team for the upcoming Youth Basketball League!
Positions Available:
Scorekeepers: Keep up with the action on the court! Basic basketball knowledge is required.
Gym Monitors: Help open and close gyms for practices and games while assisting teams with program questions.
Applicants must be at least 16 years old and available to work evenings and weekends. Hours will vary based on league schedules.
Ready to join the team? Visit www.athenstn.gov/career to download an application or pick one up at Athens City Hall!
Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
For more information, contact City of Athens Human Resources at 423-744-2703.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the action this basketball season!
