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☀️ Summer Pool Safety Reminder from the City of Athens 🏊
As temperatures rise and more families enjoy backyard pools, the City of Athens Community Development Department would like to remind residents of important pool safety and zoning requirements within city limits.
Pools may not be located in the front yard of a property.
All pools must comply with Section 4.11 of the Athens Zoning Code.
Pools must be enclosed by a minimum 5-foot-tall fence to help prevent unauthorized access by children.
Pools must meet all adopted construction and life safety codes.
Tennessee State Law requires pools to be equipped with a pool alarm.
We all want to stay cool and enjoy the summer season, but safety should always come first.
For questions or additional information, please contact Nora Cardin at 423-744-2754 or ncardin@athenstn.gov.
DENNIS STREET IS OPEN! In case you missed it, construction on the popular road by Walmart Athens - Decatur Pike opened last night!
Thank you to the Athens Public Works team for fixing the issues, and thank you to the Public for your patience!
We're Hiring!
The City of Athens Police Department is seeking a detail-oriented and dependable Administrative Assistant to join our team.
This full-time position serves as an important point of contact for the public, assists with departmental reporting, and supports municipal court operations. Ideal candidates will have administrative experience, strong organizational skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and a commitment to professionalism and confidentiality.
Applications are available online at www.athenstn.gov/career or at Athens City Hall. The application deadline is June 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
For more information, contact Human Resources at 423-744-2703.
