1st Step Inc.

10/17/2026

10/14/2026

10/03/2026

Today's struggle is real, so let me be real with you.

Tuesday, our commission votes on whether sleeping outside in downtown Athens becomes a violation. First offense gets a warning — then a citation. And your belongings? They can take those without any warning at all.

I spent today reading every page of that ordinance. And here's what I keep coming back to: you can't fine somebody into having a home.

So here's what we do. We show up. Tuesday, 6pm, City Hall, 301 College Ave. Public comment. Bring your voice — somebody's dignity is on the agenda.

— 1st Step

09/12/2026

Charles Hardy

08/12/2026

A Safe Place Today. A Path to Stability Tomorrow. The Northeast Georgia… Makeesia Lee needs your support for Support a Family’s Path to Safe Housing

08/03/2026

🚨 IMPORTANT NOTICE: This Tuesday, August 4, the Athens-Clarke County Commission will vote on an ordinance that would criminalize sleeping, lying down, or keeping belongings in public spaces, including benches, parks, and greenspaces.

Fining people for having nowhere else to go does not solve homelessness. It creates additional barriers and fails to address the root causes of housing instability.

Athens needs real, evidence-based solutions, not policies that punish people for experiencing homelessness.

Make your voice heard: Join the ACC Mayor and Commission Regular Session:

📅 Tuesday, August 4
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Athens-Clarke County City Hall

Community members will have 3 minutes to share their perspective.

If these issues matter to you, we encourage you to attend and speak up.

06/09/2026

Join us at the next Downtown Business Community & Athens Rotary blood drive Thursday, June 4, from 12-5 p.m. More information can be found on the flier and by scanning the QR code.