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Strategic Government Resources
Athens, TX, USA
The City of Athens is a hidden gem with a rich heritage, nestled in the Piney Woods of East Texas. It’s located 75 miles from Dallas, 35 miles from Tyler, Corsicana, and Palestine, and 26 miles from Canton. Athens is the County Seat of Henderson County, which was established in 1846 — just four months after the United States annexed Texas. An estimated 12,890 residents in 16 square miles enjoy the charm of this small southern town that retains many qualities of living in a larger city.
The City of Athens operates under a City Manager/Council form of government with five council members elected. The current City Manager is Elizabeth Borstad, PE. , who has been with the City of Athens for six years. The Assistant City Manager of Development serves as a member of the City management team and performs highly responsible management work directly related to the development of Athens. Primary job duties include directing and coordinating all types of development within the City,...