PRESS RELEASE
ATHENS BOROUGH LONG TERM RECOVERY COMMUNITY MEETING
ATHENS BOROUGH COMMUNITY MEETING SCHEDULED - TO DISCUSS IDEAS FOR REBUILDING
Athens, PA – Residents, neighbors, business owners, students and visitors of Athens are invited to a public meeting to be held on Monday, December 12. The Athens Borough Long-Term Community Recovery team urges all interested stakeholders to bring their best ideas for rebuilding a safer, stronger, more sustainable community. The team works in partnership with the state of Pennsylvania and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
A vision workshop will be held where residents and stakeholders can share ideas for a renewed community. The meeting will begin at 6:30 PM and will be held at the Athens Area High School Cafeteria, 401 West Frederick Street in Athens, PA.
“The meeting is an important step in developing a revitalized community,” Committee member Scott Riley, said. “This is an opportunity for anyone who cares about Athens to come together and paint a common vision for moving forward.” Community members will learn about the long-term community recovery program, have the opportunity to voice their hopes and vision for the future development of their community and help to outline the next steps forward.
The Long-Term Community Recovery team encourages the participation of all residents, neighbors, visitors, business owners, students and other interested stakeholders.
Anyone in need of information, transportation or special accommodation should contact Athens Borough at (570) 888-2319.