Notices

Attractions

Our community is home to many local attractions that keep it a destination for a wide variety of interests.

Concerts, theater, local art, train rides, a rich history dating back to the 1800s, the great outdoors... not to mention the many high quality events that these attractions are central to. All of these attractions have established Nelsonville as a favorite location for many who come back again and again.

We are featuring just a few of our attractions here, but there are many more! Come for a visit and you'll agree, Nelsonville has much to offer, without losing that cozy small town feeling.

Community

Nelsonville is fortunate to have many rich community resources.

Needless to say, a lot of energy goes into making our community such a nice place to live -- and it shows! Here are some links where you can learn more about a few highlights of our community.

Events

Nelsonville is home to a host of events that span the entire calendar.

The Nelsonville Music Festival has brought the likes of Willie Nelson, Loretta Lynn, John Prine, The Avett Brothers, The Flaming Lips and many more to the area.

Our City is also host to an annual fireworks show that draws a huge crowd every year, a monthly art event on the public square, annual festivals such as Parade of the Hills and the Ohio Smoked Meat Festival and much more.

Details: Created: 07 July 2020

East Side Poplar Street at Harper Street

Wednesday, July 8, 7:00 am through Friday, July 10, 4:00 pm

The City of Nelsonville announces that the east side of Poplar Street at Harper Street will be closed at 7:00 AM Wednesday, July 8, 2020 until 4:00 PM Friday, July 10, 2020. Poplar Street will only be closed on the east side of the intersection and all houses east of Harper Street will still be accessible heading west bound from Second Street. The roadway is being closed for an emergency storm sewer repair.

Please use an alternate route.

Details: Created: 07 July 2020

The City of Nelsonville Code Enforcement Office wants to make the residents of Nelsonville aware that there is a city ordinance that outlines the rules for yard and or garage sales in the City of Nelsonville. We have listed those rules below.

Four (4) sales per year
No more than three (3) days in duration
Sales can start as early as 8:00 am and run during daylight hours only
Signs advertising the sale can be erected on the premises or on the public right-of-way adjacent to the property
Signs can not be posted off-site on utility poles, public utilities such as traffic control panels, or on private property except with the permission of the property owner
Signs need to be removed after twenty-four (24) hours at end of sale.
Sale merchandise is limited to household and personal items and shall not include separately obtained or purchased items or merchandise where the sale of such items would constitute a business activity or otherwise constitute a business use required to be located in a commercial or industrial zoning district

Please contact Becky Barber, Code Enforcement Officer, if you have any questions or concerns.
(740) 753-1314 or administration@cityofnelsonville.com

Details: Created: 06 July 2020

The City of Nelsonville announces that the city’s aquatic center will open for the 2020 season on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. The aquatic center will be operating under modified rules and rates due to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The COVID-19 aquatics center rules and general information are available on our Aquatic Center Informational Page and via the links at the bottom of this announcement.

The pool will have a maximum occupancy of 125 persons with two swim sessions daily. Session one, 11:00 AM to 2:30 PM and session two, 3:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Admission for ages 0-2 is free. Admission for ages 3 and above is $4.00 for Nelsonville residents and $5.00 for out of towners.

We apologize for any inconvenience these restrictions may cause but they are necessary for the safety for everyone. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Nelsonville Aquatic Center General Information

Nelsonville Aquatic Center COVID Rules

Details: Created: 06 July 2020

Kontner Street, from Mill Street to East Franklin Street

The City of Nelsonville announces that Kontner Street will have no on street parking permitted from Mill Street to East Franklin Street, Tuesday, July 7, 2020 through Friday, July 17, 2020. The parking restrictions will weekdays from 7:00AM until 6:00PM. The parking restrictions are for an R&R Pipeline gas line repair project, weather permitting.

Please avoid this area.

Details: Created: 02 July 2020

Harper Street at Poplar Street

The City of Nelsonville announces that Harper Street at Poplar Street has been closed until Tuesday, July 7, 2020. The roadway has been closed for a storm sewer repair.

Please use an alternate route.

Details: Created: 29 June 2020

Accepting Letters of Interest Through July 10

Nelsonville City Council is accepting letters of interest from those who would like to serve on City Council. Interest in serving on the open seats may be submitted to either citymanager@cityofnelsonville.com or councilclerk@cityofnelsonville.com through July 10, 2020.

Details: Created: 01 July 2020

Image of Scott Finch appointment to interim police chief

The City of Nelsonville welcomes Scott Fitch as the interim Police Chief for Nelsonville. City council held a special meeting on Monday, June 27, 2019 to discuss Fitch’s appointment in executive session.

When Council returned to regular session they voted to appoint Fitch as the interim Police Chief until a permanent Police Chief can be appointed. Fitch was sworn in at the meeting by City Council President, Tony Dunfee before City Council adjourned the special meeting.