Athens City Council at large candidates clash on schools
Five at large Athens Council contenders discuss keeping neighborhood schools versus one consolidated campus and whether to expand free bus service. Incumbents Patrick McGee Peter Kotses and Arian Smedley face unaffiliated rival as race centers on education quality and accessibility for students with disabilities. The article notes positions of small business owners and an OU legal services attorney. See page A2.
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Athens County Ballot Sees Dual Countywide Levies And 317 Board Levy
Athens voters in the 2017 general election face two countywide levies plus a 317 Board multi county tax across Athens Hocking and Vinton counties. The 317 Board levy is a ten year renewal at 0.5 mills, expected to raise about 1.72 million annually to fund mental health services contracted with other agencies.
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HAPCAP to take over Athens transit operations
The Athens Public Transit system will shift from McDonald Transit to HAPCAP on January 1, 2018 ensuring in house operations. HAPCAP already manages the system since 2012 and will retain staff through an interview process. Ridership has grown from 59,747 in 2011 to 325,175 in 2016 with a near 60,000 rider monthly spike in September.
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