Athens might be a college town, but the city government in place attempts to keep the university students and other citizens in harmony.
Students have valid input, and their studies at Ohio University can be valuable to city ideas, Mayor Paul Wiehl said, adding that students should contact council members and other city officials when they have suggestions.
“They should study what the issues are (and) what they think should be done,” Wiehl said. “That’s the thing to do if you feel the need for something to happen.”
But getting involved in the city and getting involved in city government are different, Wiehl said.
“Interaction with the city can be as simple as taking a walk down Court Street,” he said. “Explore it. You’re going to be here for four years.”
Athens County
Sheriff Pat Kelly, Athens County Sheriff’s Office — As sheriff, Kelly is responsible for providing emergency services, public protection, criminal investigations and other services throughout Athens County.
Contact Sheriff Kelly at sheriffkelly@athenssheriff.com.
Athens City Council
Jim Sands, Athens City Council President — As president, Sands serves as the head of council, oversees meetings and keeps them running smoothly. He also works at a local flower shop in Athens.
Contact him at jsands@ci.athens.oh.us.
City of Athens
Chief Tom Pyle, Athens Police Department — Pyle, as chief, oversees 24 officers working for the department in Athens. He was sworn in on February 2011. He is visible at most OU block parties, including fests and Halloween.
Contact Chief Pyle at tpyle@ci.athens.oh.us.
Mayor’s Office
Paul Wiehl, Mayor — Paul Wiehl became mayor of Athens in 2008 and was reelected to another four-year
term in November 2011. Wiehl regularly attends City Council meetings and oversees functions of the city.
Contact Mayor Wiehl at mwiehl@ci.athens.oh.us.
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