By Abby Jessen

Does your neighborhood need sidewalks or sidewalk renovations? As of Oct. 6, you can make a difference. The Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commissioners approved the “Voluntary Sidewalk Assessment Districts” proposal. This will allow neighborhoods to privately fund the installation or renovation of sidewalks in their area.

Here are some examples of the the damaged sidewalks that are approved for private funding:

For more information on Voluntary Sidewalk Assessment Districts, visit http://athensclarkecounty.com.