Athens Council weighs in on school facilities plan debate
Athens City Council discussed the district’s facilities plan amid transparency concerns. Third Ward rep Michele Papai urged openness over costs and site issues at The Ridges while noting the plan could impact economic development and real estate. At-large member Arian Smedley stressed council authority and prudent oversight.
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Ohio University launches online checkbook disclosure
Ohio University officially joins OhioCheckbook com to publish campus spending data online the largest amount among Ohio public universities Ohio Treasurer Josh Mandel and OU President M Duane Nellis announced the launch Mandel praised the move saying it promotes accountability and financial transparency OU began partnering in May 2016 with 172000 transactions totaling over 490 million in fiscal year 2015 Expenditures as small as 6 99 are visible Four universities currently host OhioCheckbook com sites including Ohio University Bowling Green Central State and Central Ohio Technical College
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Local Ohio districts join OhioCheckbook transparency effort
Local government and school boards in Ohio signed up with OhioCheckbook.com to offer financial transparency. Connected entities include Amesville, Alexander, Waterloo, York, and Nelsonville York City School Districts. The program aims to provide accessible budget details for residents and stakeholders.
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Florida presses for federal dollars after storm damage
Florida officials push for federal funding to cover storm damage repairs after a powerful tropical storm. Budget hawks resist, citing long term deficits while lawmakers weigh aid packages and disaster relief measures.
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NYHS Announces 2017 Inductees Into Athletic Hall of Fame
NYHS reveals its 2017 Athletic Hall of Fame inductees. The announcement highlights former athletes and coaches for outstanding contributions, with school officials detailing the ceremony date and venue. Teaching kids how to make friends is part of the program’s community outreach.
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Athens to form affordable housing commission report says
The city of Athens will create a new Commission to tackle the shortage of affordable housing. Taskforce chaired by Michele Papas and Stephen Golding recommended the move after reporting that rising housing costs and large multi student complexes push students from single family homes, harming neighborhoods and residents including faculty and low wage earners.
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