The dozens of people participating in the latest phase of the Envision Athens long-range planning effort found themselves in a set of wide-ranging conversations Tuesday, considering everything from the difficulty of getting from one place to another in Athens to problems for entrepreneurs looking at Athens as a possible locale for their start-up businesses.
Envision Athens, a $244,500 consultant-facilitated initiative to develop a 20-year plan for the community's future, enters a new phase today as local experts in 10 areas ranging from economic development to cultural resources to education to social services gather at The Classic Center in downtown Athens to share insights.
The Three Rivers Regional Commission will soon begin the search process for a new executive director, as longtime Executive Director Lanier Boatwright will be retiring in June.