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CharlestonWV averageUS Census ACS
Population
47,918
Per-capita income
$45,967
Median home value
$187,300
Bachelor's or higher
44%
Typical home value $162,391 +1.9% yr/yr · +24.5% 5-yr
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US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$185.1M (FY2023)
Total spending$200.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$97.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$66.3M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$4,170 (FY2023)

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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to consider zoning changes and holiday parking fee waivers

The City Council will discuss amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding dwelling units and vape shops. The body is also considering traffic changes and a resolution to waive Saturday metered parking fees during the holidays.

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Page | 1 of 2 CHARLESTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting November 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM THIS MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE IN PERSON AND CAN BE VIEWED LIVE VIA https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx Council Chambers, Third Floor City Hall, 501 Virginia St. E. Charleston, WV CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PUBLIC SPEAKERS AND CLAIMS 1. INTERESTED PUBLIC SPEAKERS MUST REGISTER AT THE CLERK’S HALLWAY TABLE IN PERSON NO EARLIER THAN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE MEETING STARTS. FIVE (5) SPEAKERS WILL BE PERMITTED (RULE NO. 22 (B)). 2. Claims 11-2-2026 PROCLAMATIONS 1. Proclamations 11-2-2026 COMMUNICATIONS 1. Communications 11-2-2026 2. To fill the vacant seat in Ward 16 MISCELLENOUS RESOLUTIONS 1. Resolution No. 26-125 - Declaring the City Council for the City of Charleston’s support for the Kanawha County Schools’ 2026 Excess Levy. REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES PLANNING, STREETS AND TRAFFIC AGENDA Page | 2 of 2 1. Bill No. 8091 - A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston by amending the definition of dwelling unit and aligning rules for accessory dwelling units with State legislation. 2. Bill No. 8092 - A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston by referring to new Alcohol Beverage Control Administration regulations for vape and smoke shops. …
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Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:30

Finance

Finance Committee considers holiday parking fee waivers

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss the approval of previous minutes and two resolutions. These include a proposal for free Saturday parking during the holidays and the purchase of a vehicle for the fire department.

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City Council | 501 Virginia Street, East | Post Office Box 2749 | Charleston, West Virginia 25330 www.charlestonwv.gov | 304.348.8179 | 304.348.8038 fax AGENDA FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, November 2, 2026 6:30 PM AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL, CHARLESTON, WV AVAILIABLE TO VIEW VIA LIVESTREAM AT https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes 10-19-2026 II. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-121 - Authorizing “Citizen Appreciation Parking” on Saturdays during the holidays starting November 28, 2026 through January 2, 2027 to include the waiving of hourly parking fees for all metered on-street parking spaces. b. Resolution No. 26-123 - Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to purchase one new 2026 Ford Interceptor for the Charleston Fire Department from Thornhill Ford. *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com CITY OF CHARLESTON West Virginia Council Member – 12th WARD Joseph Jenkins 839 Gordon Drive Charleston, West Virginia 25303 304-575-9202 joseph.jenkins@cityofcharleston.org Finance Committee, Chair Parking Committee, Chair Ordinance and Rules Committee
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to review conditional use permit for mini storage on Piedmont Road

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a conditional use permit application for a mini storage facility. The board will also review minutes from the October 8, 2026 hearing.

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Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals AGENDA 8:30 a.m., Thursday, November 12, 2026 City Service Center Conference Room · 915 Quarrier Street I. Items for Review CUP-26-0007 Application requesting a conditional use permit for a mini storage facility located at 200 Piedmont Road. II. Approval of Minutes for October 8, 2026 hearing.

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Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 16:00

Civic Center/Auditorium Board

Civic Center and Auditorium Board to review September financial and venue reports

The Board will meet to approve minutes from September and October 2026. Members will receive reports from the Personnel and Executive committees, as well as financial and venue reports for September 2026.

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CHARLESTON COLISEUM & CONVENTION CENTER / MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM BOARD AGENDA October 27, 2026 4:00 PM Jordon Board Room Call to Order Ms. Fenwick Approval of Minutes of Board Meeting held on Ms. Fenwick September 29, 2026 & October 19, 2026 Personnel Committee Report Ms. Fenwick Executive Committee Report Ms. Fenwick Financial Report for September 2026 Mr. Nelson Monthly Venue Report for September 2026 Mr. Leahy
Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 17:00

Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee

Committee to consider zoning changes and new traffic controls

The Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee will discuss several bills to amend the city's Zoning Ordinance and Traffic Control Map. Proposed changes include updates to dwelling unit definitions and the establishment of new stop signs and parking zones.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves zoning amendments and traffic control measures

The Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee approved several zoning amendments, including updates to accessory dwelling unit rules and vape shop regulations. The committee also authorized new handicapped parking and stop sign installations, while denying a proposal for an all-way stop at Venable Avenue SE and 44th Street. Additionally, the committee approved updated notice requirements for the closure of public rights-of-way.

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Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee Monday, October 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. City Service Center – 915 Quarrier Street – Conference Room AGENDA 1. Call to Order 2. Unfinished Business 3. New Business Bill No. 8091 - A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, adopted January 1, 2006, as amended, by amending the definition of dwelling unit and aligning rules for accessory dwelling units with State legislation. Bill No. 8092 - A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, adopted January 1, 2006, as amended, by referring to new Alcohol Beverage Control Administration regulations for vape and smoke shops. Bill No. 8093 - A Bill to established a handicapped parking zones on the southerly side of Quarrier St from a point 655 feet east of Ruffner Avenue to a point 685 feet east of Ruffner Avenue and amending the Traffic Control Map and Traffic Control File, established by the code of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, two thousand and three, as amended, Traffic Laws, Section 263, Division 2, Article 4, Chapter 114, to conform therewith. Bill No. 8094 - A Bill to establish a Stop Intersection at the intersection of Bridge Road and Walnut Road by erecting Stop Signs for the Walnut Road Easterly approach, Walnut Road Westerly approach, and Bridge Road Northerly approach, allowing the Bridge Road Southerly approach to have the right-of-way and amending the Traffic Control Map …
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1 Planning, Streets & Traffic Committee October 26, 2026 Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee Monday, October 26, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. City Service Center – 915 Quarrier Street – Conference Room Members Present Staff Present Mary Beth Hoover, Chairperson Matt Hartline Jennifer Pharr, Vice-Chairperson Dan Vriendt Kathy Rubio Joe Baldwin Bobby Haas Leif Olson Becky Ceperley Others Harper Gardner Joe Solomon Chelsea Steelhammer Phil Melick Gale Bellamy 1. Call to Order 2. Unfinished Business 3. New Business Bill No. 8091 - A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, adopted January 1, 2006, as amended, by amending the definition of dwelling unit and aligning rules for accessory dwelling units with State Legislature. Dan explained Bill No. 8091. The proposed text amendment changes the definition of dwelling unit and aligning rules for accessory dwelling units for changes that the State legislature made this last session. The definition of dwelling units has been changed to exclude structures that do not have utilities i.e. campers, RVs and sheds. All dwelling units are required to be served by permanent utilities. The remainder of the bill incorporates changes put into effect by the State Legislature. For instance, the city only allowed accessory dwelling units on owner-occupied property. WV State Code does not lim …
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Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

Charleston zoning board to weigh parking buffer cut at 303 Morris Street and a church at 5502 Noyes Avenue

The Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals meets at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, October 22, 2026, in the City Service Center Conference Room at 915 Quarrier Street. The board will review two applications: a variance to shrink a required 10-foot parking lot buffer to 1.5-2.5 feet at 303 Morris Street, and a conditional use permit to establish a religious institution in a single-family residential district at 5502 Noyes Avenue. It will also vote on minutes from the September 24 hearing. No decisions are recorded in the agenda itself.

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Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals AGENDA 8:30 a.m., Thursday, October 22, 2026 City Service Center Conference Room · 915 Quarrier Street I. Items for Review VAR-26-0014 Application requesting a variance to reduce the required 10-foot parking lot buffer to 1.5-2.5 feet along the property located at 303 Morris Street. CUP-26-0006 Application requesting a conditional use permit in order to establish a religious institution within a single-family residential district located at 5502 Noyes Avenue. II. Approval of Minutes for September 24 hearing.
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 12:00

Charleston Green Team

Charleston Green Team to discuss strategic plan and city infrastructure updates

The Charleston Green Team will meet to discuss its strategic plan and pollinator updates. The agenda includes reports on the Capital Connector and Charleston Bike Plan, as well as updates on data centers.

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Charleston Green Team Meeting - Agenda Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Noon - 1:30 p.m. AV Room #308 City Hall 501 Virginia St, East Charleston, WV 25301 The meeting can also be viewed with Microsoft Teams at the following link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/2841972348975882?p=Tq8jjvPVVJzFMKrfaN Meeting ID: 284 197 234 897 588 2 Passcode: tr9ud6Uo Phone: 646-838-1601 Phone conference ID: 880 627 315# Quorum Noted Welcome Adoption of Minutes (September) New Business 1. Guest Speakers + Upcoming Meetings 2. Holly Jolly Brawley Tree Decorating Plans (Patti) 3. Pollinator Update (Linda) 4. Strategic Plan (Sam) Committee Reports 1. Communication Committee (Linda) 2. What to do with Stuff Committee (Stephanie/Patti/Jeanne) 3. Nomination Committee (Sam/Quenton) Updates 1. Kanawha County Solid Waste Authority Updates (Councilmember Pepper) 2. Data Centers (Councilmember Pepper) 3. Charleston Department of Public Works (Director Webster) 4. Green Events Guide (Sam) 5. Capital Connector & Charleston Bike Plan (Ryan) Announcements - Green Drinks - October 21 at 5:30pm, Short Story Brewing - Next Green Team Meeting - November 18 at 12pm SN/ns
Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 16:00

City Center Business Improvement District

City Center Business Improvement District Board meets October 20

The Board of Directors will meet to review reports from the treasurer and ambassadors. The agenda includes updates on the Master Plan and the Municipal Beautification Commission.

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City Center Business Improvement District Board of Directors Meeting Agenda Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 4:00 pm 600 Quarrier Street 1. Welcome and silent attendance 2. Review and approve minutes from previous meeting 3. Treasurer Report – Randall Coleman 4. Ambassador report – Sidney Gillis 5. Master Plan report update – Susie Salisbury a. Grant updates b. Project updates 6. Municipal Beautification Commission update – Lois Crichton 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Next meeting date – Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 4:00 pm
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council considers budget amendment and pool repair grant

The Charleston City Council will meet to discuss several financial resolutions. The body is considering a budget amendment for the General Fund and a grant application for swimming pool repairs.

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Page | 1 of 2 CHARLESTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting October 19, 2026 at 7:00 PM THIS MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE IN PERSON AND CAN BE VIEWED LIVE VIA https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx Council Chambers, Third Floor City Hall, 501 Virginia St. E. Charleston, WV CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PUBLIC SPEAKERS AND CLAIMS 1. INTERESTED PUBLIC SPEAKERS MUST REGISTER AT THE CLERK’S HALLWAY TABLE IN PERSON NO EARLIER THAN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE MEETING STARTS. FIVE (5) SPEAKERS WILL BE PERMITTED (RULE NO. 22 (B)). 2. Claims 10-19-2026 PROCLAMATIONS 1. Proclamations 10-19-2026 COMMUNICATIONS 1. Communications 10-19-2026 REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES FINANCE 1. Resolution No. 26-116 - Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to submit a grant application with a 100% match requirement to repair or replace the Cato Park and Kanawha City swimming pools. 2. Resolution No. 26-117 – Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to contract with Amwins AGENDA Page | 2 of 2 Group Benefits, LLC for medical and prescription drug coverage for the Medicare eligible retiree health plan starting January 1, 2027. 3. Resolution No. 26-118 - Authorizing approval of Amendment No. 4 of the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. 4. Resolution No. 26-119 – Authorizing the purchase of Chief360 Station Alert system f …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30

Finance

Finance Committee to consider budget amendment and pool repair grant

The Finance Committee will discuss the approval of previous minutes and review four resolutions. These include a budget amendment for the FY 2026-2027 General Fund and a grant application for swimming pool repairs.

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✓ Decided: Finance Committee approves pool grant application and fire department alert system

The committee approved a grant application for swimming pool repairs and a contract for a new fire department station alert system. It also authorized a medical coverage contract for Medicare-eligible retirees and a budget amendment to fund the fire department equipment.

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City Council | 501 Virginia Street, East | Post Office Box 2749 | Charleston, West Virginia 25330 www.charlestonwv.gov | 304.348.8179 | 304.348.8038 fax AGENDA FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, October 19, 2026 6:30 PM AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL, CHARLESTON, WV AVAILIABLE TO VIEW VIA LIVESTREAM AT https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes 10-5-2026 II. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-116 - Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to submit a grant application with a 100% match requirement to repair or replace the Cato Park and Kanawha City swimming pools. b. Resolution No. 26-117 – Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to contract with Amwins Group Benefits, LLC for medical and prescription drug coverage for the Medicare eligible retiree health plan starting January 1, 2027. c. Resolution No. 26-118 - Authorizing approval of Amendment No. 4 of the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. d. Resolution No. 26-119 – Authorizing the purchase of Chief360 Station Alert system for the Charleston Fire Department. *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com CITY OF CHARLESTON West Virginia Council Member – 12th WARD Joseph Jenkins 839 Gordon Drive Charleston, West Virginia 25303 304-575-9202 joseph.jenkins@cityofcharleston.org Finance Committee, Chair Parking Committee, C …
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1 MINUTES FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING 6:30 P.M., OCTOBER 19, 2026 AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL Joseph Jenkins, Chair, called the meeting of the Charleston City Council Committee on Finance to order at 6:30 p.m., October 19, 2026. A silent roll was taken by the Clerk and a quorum was established. The following committee members were present: Joseph Jenkins, Chair Brent Burton, Vice Chair Becky Ceperley Chad Robinson Shawn Taylor Absent: Mary Beth Hoover Larry Moore Other Councilmembers present: Jeanine Faegre Emmett Pepper Pat Jones Bobby Haas I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes - Councilmember Taylor asked for unanimous consent to dispense with the reading of the minutes for the October 5, 2026 meeting and that they be approved as distributed. There were no objections, and the minutes were approved. 2 I. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-116 – Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to submit a grant application in the amount of $2,297,983.00, which if awarded would include a 100% match requirement in the amount of $2,297,983.00, for a total application of $4,595,966.00, with the purpose of this round of grant applications being to repair or replace the Cato Park and Kanawha City swimming pools. Be it Resolved by the Council of the City of Charleston, West Virginia: That the Mayor or City Manager is authorized to submit a grant application in the amount of $2,297,983.00, which if awarded wou …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00

Civic Center/Auditorium Board

Board to review and approve Naming Rights Agreement

The Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center / Municipal Auditorium Board will meet to review and approve a Naming Rights Agreement.

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CHARLESTON COLISEUM & CONVENTION CENTER / MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM BOARD AGENDA October 19, 2026 6:00 PM City Hall AV Room Naming Rights Agreement Review and Approval
Fri Oct 16, 2026 · 10:00

Spring Hill Cemetery Park Commission

Spring Hill Cemetery Park Commission to discuss cemetery repairs

The commission is meeting to consider motions regarding structural repairs and additions to the cemetery. The agenda focuses on masonry and fabrication work.

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SPRING HILL CEMETERY PARK COMMISSION AGENDA October 16, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Meeting location: Conference Room, Administration Building, Spring Hill Cemetery Park 1. 2. Open meeting. Roll cail Motion to add two walls for rebuilding to the current contra Motion to fabricate new doors for the mausoleum. Motion to replace deteriorated steps within the cemetery. Unfinished or other new business. Close meeting. Next meeting: January 14, 2027, at 4:00 p.m., in the Administration Building.
Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 16:00

Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission

Commission to review roof material change at 1568 Virginia Street, East

The Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission will meet to consider a request to replace a slate roof with asphalt shingles. The body will also review minor work permits and administrative reviews from July 2026 to the present.

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Charleston Historic Landmarks Commission 4:00 p.m., October 15, 2026 City Service Center Conference Room • 915 Quarrier Street AGENDA COA-26-0004 Request for a certificate of appropriateness in order to replace an original slate roof with asphalt shingles on the property located at 1568 Virginia Street, East. Report on Minor Work Permits Administrative reviews July 2026-present Approval of Minutes Adjournment
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 14:00

Charleston Land Reuse Agency

Land Reuse Agency to discuss property transfer and demolition

The Charleston Land Reuse Agency will meet to review committee reports and discuss the Vacant Structure Ordinance. The board will consider the transfer of property at 744 Virginia Street West and the demolition of 1442 Washington Street West.

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Attend via Microsoft Teams: Charleston Land Reuse Agency Board Meeting | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams CHARLESTON LAND REUSE AGENCY Tuesday, October 13, 2026 2:00 PM City Hall– AV Room Agenda 1. Welcome and silent roll call 2. Adoption of Minutes of the September 8 meeting 3. Public comment 4. Reports of Treasurer, Vice Chair, Chair, Staff 5. Report of Finance Committee 6. Report of Stakeholder Input Committee • Public Input Session, rescheduled to October 22 7. Report of the Property Evaluation Committee 8. Report on the Vacant Structure Ordinance 9. Unfinished Business 10. New Business • Transfer of Property: 744 Virginia Street West • Demolition: 1442 Washington Street West 11. Adjournment
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

Charleston BZA to weigh halfway house permit at 217 Monongalia Street

The Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals meets at 8:30 a.m. Thursday, October 8, 2026, in the City Service Center Conference Room at 915 Quarrier Street. The board will review three variance applications and one conditional use permit request, then vote on approving minutes from its September 24 hearing. The most prominent item combines a conditional use permit and a parking variance for a proposed halfway house at 217 Monongalia Street.

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Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals AGENDA 8:30 a.m., Thursday, October 8, 2026 City Service Center Conference Room · 915 Quarrier Street I. Items for Review VAR-26-0012 Application requesting a variance of the accessory structure requirements in order to install a storage building in the front setback on the property located at 1300 Summit Drive. VAR-26-0013 Application requesting a variance from the off-street parking requirements located at 700 S. Park Road. VAR-26-0011 & CUP-26-0005 Application requesting a conditional use permit and variance of parking space requirements in order to establish a halfway house located at 217 Monongalia Street. II. Approval of Minutes for September 24 hearing.
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:00

Charleston Sanitary Board

Charleston Sanitary Board weighs $450,000 pipe lining contract and $271,469 sewer project draw

The Charleston Sanitary Board meets by Zoom on October 8, 2026 to vote on several contracts and payments. Items include a $271,469.31 payment request to the West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection for the Magazine Branch/Garrison Avenue Sanitary Sewer Replacement and Rehabilitation Project, Phase I, and a $450,000 pipe lining contract with Insight Pipe Contracting, LLC. The board will also consider polymer purchases for the Dewatering Building and a $975 change order closing out the 28th Street Sanitary Sewer Improvements Project. The agenda also lists executive session, personnel, legal matters including a PSC complaint, and a rate case discussion.

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CHARLESTON SANITARY BOARD OCTOBER 8, 2026 BOARD MEETING – 9:00 A.M. VIA ZOOM TELECONFERENCE NOTICE AND AGENDA For: Members: Chairwoman Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin and Messrs. Kanti Patel, PE and Jack Rossi, CPA, Treasurer Others: Steve A. Cooper, General Manager; Louis S. Southworth, II, Legal Advisor; Tim Haapala, Operations Manager; Brenda Pauley, Finance Manager; Chris Casto, CSB Assistant Finance Manager; and Teresa Dawson, Board Secretary and Administrative Operations Coordinator Since this meeting with be conducted via Zoom , anyone wishing to comment during the public comments portion of the meeting is asked to email comments to info@csb-wv.com by Oct 8 th , 2026 at 9:00 AM. Any comments received will be read into the record during the meeting. Any member of the public who wishes to comment live during the meeting can do so by calling 304-348-1084 ext 250 at 9:00 AM on Oct 8th , 2026. I. Approval of the September 10, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes (to be e-mailed by 10-6). II. Unaudited Financial Report and Check Register for the period ended September 30, 2026 (to be e-mailed by 10-6). III. New business. a. Consider for approval, and authorize the CSB General Manager, or his designee, to take all actions necessary to execute and submit its draw resolution and attached invoices (SRF Payment Requisition Form #2) in the amount of $271,469.31 to West Virginia Department of Environmental Protection for its Magazine Branch/Garrison Avenue …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 16:00

Spring Hill Cemetery Park Commission

Spring Hill Cemetery Commission to vote on rebuilding two walls and new mausoleum doors

The Spring Hill Cemetery Park Commission meets October 8, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the Administration Building conference room. Members will hear the superintendent's and business reports, review expenditures since the last meeting, and consider motions to add two walls for rebuilding to the current contract, rebuild two walls in Old Circle, fabricate new mausoleum doors, and replace deteriorated cemetery steps. The Cemetery Endowment also meets to approve its July 9, 2026 minutes and hear a business report. The next meeting is January 14, 2027.

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SPRING HILL CEMETERY PARK COMMISSION AGENDA October 8, 2026, 4:00 p.m. Meeting location: Conference Room, Administration Building, Spring Hill Cemetery Park 1. 2. 3. 10. 11, 12. 13. Open meeting. Roll call. Reading and approval of minutes of July 9, 2026, meeting. Guest speakers. Superintendent's report. Business report. Expenditures since last meeting. Arboretum report. Motion to add two walls for rebuilding to the current contract. Motion to rebuild two walls in Old Circle. Motion to fabricate new doors for the mausoleum. Motion to replace deteriorated steps within the cemetery. Unfinished or other new business. Close meeting. CEMETERY ENDOWMENT Open meeting. Reading and approval of minutes of July 9, 2026, meeting. Business report. Unfinished or other new business. Close meeting. Next meeting: January 14, 2027, at 4:00 p.m., in the Administration Building.
Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 15:00

Municipal Planning Commission

Charleston planning commission to weigh zoning changes on dwelling units and vape shops

The Municipal Planning Commission meets Wednesday, October 7, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the City Service Center, 915 Quarrier Street, Suite 6. Under new business it will take up two proposed text amendments to the city Zoning Ordinance: Bill # 8091, which would amend the definition of dwelling unit and align accessory dwelling unit rules with State legislation, and Bill # 8092, which would refer to new Alcohol Beverage Control Administration regulations for vape and smoke shops. The agenda also lists unfinished business, minutes of the September 9, 2026 MPC meeting, and announcements; no votes or outcomes are recorded in the agenda itself.

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Municipal Planning Commission City Service Center – 915 Quarrier Street – Suite 6 Wednesday, October 7, 2026 3:00 p.m. Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Unfinished Business 3. New Business Text Amendments Bill # 8091: A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, adopted January 1, 2006, as amended, by amending the definition of dwelling unit and aligning rules for accessory dwelling units with State legislation. Bill # 8092: A BILL to amend the Zoning Ordinance of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, adopted January 1, 2006, as amended, by referring to new Alcohol Beverage Control Aministration regulations for vape and smoke shops. 4. Minutes of the September 9, 2026 MPC meeting 5. Announcements 6. Adjournment *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 13:00

Municipal Beautification Commission

Charleston beautification board to hear appeal of denied tree removal at 106 50th Street

The Municipal Beautification Commission/Tree Board meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 1:00 pm at the City Services Center, 915 Quarrier Street. The agenda includes approval of the September 1, 2026 minutes, a treasurer's report, and a tree removal appeal for Annette Baker at 106 50th Street in Kanawha City. The board will also hear updates on the tree inventory and The Appalachian Spring Project (TASP), plus a BID item and the Public Grounds Report. The November 3rd meeting, falling on Election Day, is moved to November 10th.

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City of Charleston, West Virginia Municipal Beautification Commission/Tree Board City Services Center Conference Room - 915 Quarrier Street Tuesday, October 6, 2026 1:00 pm AGENDA Call to Order • Approval of the September 1, 2026, General Meeting Minutes • Treasurer’s Report –Donna Graham (for Lisa Dobbins) • Mimi Dinsmore resignation Tree Board Matters: • Appeal from Denial of Tree Removal Request –Annette Baker, 106 50th Street, Kanawha City • Tree Inventory Update–Brenda Craig Ellis MBC General Matters • The Appalachian Spring Project (TASP) Update– Brenda Craig Ellis, Jason Testman, Donna Graham • BID – Lois Crichton • No nominating committee will be formed this year. Because of the 2025 changes to the bylaws, MBC officers serve two-year terms. • Annual Report–Anna will prepare the 2025-26 MBC Annual Report. Please send her any photos from MBC activities. Public Grounds Report—Tim Hartwell Additional Business– November 3rd meeting (Election Day) will be moved to November 10th . Adjournment
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:15

Ordinance and Rules Committee

Charleston Ordinance & Rules Committee to discuss recycling centers within the city

The Charleston City Council Committee on Ordinance & Rules meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:15 PM in AV Room #308 at City Hall. The agenda lists approval of the 8-17-2026 minutes and one discussion item: recycling centers within the City of Charleston. No ordinances, contracts, or votes are listed on the supplied agenda.

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A meeting of the Council Committee on Ordinance & Rules will be held on Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:15 PM. To be held in person AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL Agenda APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES 1. 8-17-2026 DISCUSSION 1. Recycling Centers Within the City of Charleston CR/ns *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com CITY OF CHARLESTON WEST VIRGINIA Council Member – Ward 20 Chad Robinson 793 Lower Donnally Rd. Charleston, WV 25304 304- 389-7373 chad.robinson@cityofcharleston. org Ordinance and Rules Committee, Chair Parks and Recreation Committee Finance Committee Parking Facilities Committee
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00

Parks and Recreation Committee

Charleston Parks and Recreation Committee meets Oct. 5, 2026, to approve June minutes and hear department updates

The Council Committee on Parks and Recreation of Charleston, West Virginia, is scheduled to meet on October 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM in AV Room #308 at City Hall, 501 Virginia Street, East. The agenda lists approval of previous minutes from June 15, 2026, and department updates. No specific contracts, ordinances, fee changes, or public hearings appear on the supplied agenda.

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City Council | 501 Virginia Street, East | Post Office Box 2749 | Charleston, West Virginia 25330 www.charelstonwv.gov | 304.348.8179 | 304.348.8038 fax CITY OF CHARLESTON West Virginia Council Member – AT LARGE A meeting of the Council Committee on Parks and Recreation will be held on October 5, 2026. The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM. AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL Charleston, WV Agenda APPROVAL OF PREVIOUS MINUTES 1. 6-15-2026 DEPARTMENT UPDATES CC/ns *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv.civicclerk Caitlin Cook 1243 Edgewood Drive Charleston, WV 25302 Telephone: 304.543.4879 caitlin.cook@cityofcharleston.org Parks & Recreation Committee, Chair Facilities, Vice Chair Public Safety Committee
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Charleston Council to vote on budget amendment, stadium assessment, and food bank agreement

Charleston City Council meets October 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM in Council Chambers at City Hall, 501 Virginia St. E. The agenda lists five finance resolutions, including an amendment to the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget and changes to 2024-2026 Community Development Block Grant budgets. Council will also consider an architect agreement with ZMM Architect Engineers for a facilities assessment of the Go-Mart Ball Park Baseball Stadium, a Novation Agreement with the Partnership of African American Churches and Mountaineer Food Bank, and a one-year software subscription agreement with Logisoft for the Information Systems Department. The agenda does not include dollar amounts for any of these items.

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✓ Decided: Charleston City Council approves budget amendments and facility assessments

City Council approved several financial resolutions, including a General Fund budget amendment and the reallocation of CDBG funds for a demolition project. The council also authorized a facilities assessment for Go-Mart Ball Park and a software subscription for the Information Systems Department.

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Page | 1 of 2 CHARLESTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting October 5, 2026 at 7:00 PM THIS MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE IN PERSON AND CAN BE VIEWED LIVE VIA https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx Council Chambers, Third Floor City Hall, 501 Virginia St. E. Charleston, WV CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PUBLIC SPEAKERS AND CLAIMS 1. INTERESTED PUBLIC SPEAKERS MUST REGISTER AT THE CLERK’S HALLWAY TABLE IN PERSON NO EARLIER THAN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE MEETING STARTS. FIVE (5) SPEAKERS WILL BE PERMITTED (RULE NO. 22 (B)). 2. Claims 10-5-2026 PROCLAMATIONS 1. Proclamations 10-5-2026 COMMUNICATIONS 1. Communications 10-5-2026 REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES FINANCE 1. Resolution No. 26-111 – Authorizing approval of Amendment No. 3 of the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. 2. Resolution No. 26-112 - Authorizing the Finance Director to amend the 2024, 2025 and 2026 Community Development Block Grant budgets. AGENDA Page | 2 of 2 3. Resolution No. 26-113 - Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to enter an Architect Agreement with ZMM Architect Engineers to complete a comprehensive facilities assessment of the Go-Mart Ball Park Baseball Stadium. 4. Resolution No. 26-114 - Authorizing Mayor or City Manager to enter into a Novation Agreement with the Partnership of African American Churches and Mo …
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JOURNAL of the PROCEEDINGS of the CITY COUNCIL CITY OF CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA Regular Meeting – Monday, October 5, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. Council Chambers – City Hall – Charleston, West Virginia OFFICIAL RECORD Amy Shuler Goodwin Mayor Miles C. Cary II City Clerk Journal – City Council – Charleston, WV October 5th – 1st CALL TO ORDER* The Council met at 7:00 P.M., for the first meeting in the month of October on the 5th day, in the year 2026, and was called to order by the Honorable Mayor, Amy Shuler Goodwin. The invocation was delivered by Councilmember Pepper, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Burton. City Clerk, Miles C. Cary II, called the roll of members and it was found that there were present at the time: ANNIE BURTON CEPERLEY COOK FAEGRE FERRELL GARDNER GIANOLA HAAS HOOVER HUDSON JENKINS JONES KERNS KING MOORE OVERSTREET PEPPER PHARR ROBINSON RUBIO SALANGO SNODGRASS SOLOMON STEELHAMMER TAYLOR MAYOR GOODWIN With twenty-five members being present, the Mayor declared a quorum present. ’s absence was excused by the City Clerk per Resolution No. 582-21. Pending the reading of the Journal of the previous meeting, the reading thereof was dispensed with and the same duly approved. Journal – City Council – Charleston, WV October …
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to approve the resolution. Councilmember Ceperley seconded the motion. A roll call was taken:
47 yea · 2 nay
Annie yea · Burton yea · Ceperley yea · Cook yea · Faegre yea · Ferrell yea · Gardner yea · Haas yea · Hoover yea · Hudson yea · Jenkins yea · Jones yea · Kerns yea · King yea · Moore yea · Overstreet yea · Pepper yea · Pharr yea · Robinson yea · Salango yea · Snodgrass yea · Solomon yea · Steelhammer yea · Taylor yea · Goodwin yea · Annie yea · Burton yea · Ceperley yea · Faegre yea · Gardner yea · Haas yea · Hoover yea · Hudson yea · Jenkins yea · Jones yea · Kerns yea · King yea · Overstreet yea · Pepper yea · Pharr yea · Robinson yea · Salango yea · Snodgrass yea · Solomon yea · Steelhammer yea · Taylor yea · Goodwin yea · Ferrell nay · Moore nay
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:30

Finance

Charleston Finance Committee weighs budget amendment and stadium assessment contract

Charleston's City Council Finance Committee meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:30 PM in AV Room #308 at City Hall, with livestream viewing available. The committee will discuss approval of minutes from its 9-21-2026 meeting and take up five resolutions, including an amendment to the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget and changes to 2024, 2025 and 2026 Community Development Block Grant budgets. Other resolutions would authorize agreements for a facilities assessment of the Go-Mart Ball Park Baseball Stadium, a Novation Agreement with the Partnership of African American Churches and Mountaineer Food Bank, and a one-year software subscription with Logisoft for the Information Systems Department. The agenda lists no dollar amounts for any of the items.

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✓ Decided: Charleston Finance Committee approves budget amendments and stadium study

The Finance Committee approved amendments to the FY 2026-2027 General Fund budget and the 2024-2026 Community Development Block Grant budgets to fund the demolition of 915 Main Street. The committee also authorized agreements for a facilities assessment of Go-Mart Ball Park, a novation agreement for the redevelopment of 748 Virginia Street West, and a software subscription for the Information Systems Department.

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City Council | 501 Virginia Street, East | Post Office Box 2749 | Charleston, West Virginia 25330 www.charlestonwv.gov | 304.348.8179 | 304.348.8038 fax AGENDA FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, October 5, 2026 6:30 PM AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL, CHARLESTON, WV AVAILIABLE TO VIEW VIA LIVESTREAM AT https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes 9-21-2026 II. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-111 – Authorizing approval of Amendment No. 3 of the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget. b. Resolution No. 26-112 - Authorizing the Finance Director to amend the 2024, 2025 and 2026 Community Development Block Grant budgets. c. Resolution No. 26-113 - Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to enter an Architect Agreement with ZMM Architect Engineers to complete a comprehensive facilities assessment of the Go-Mart Ball Park Baseball Stadium. d. Resolution No. 26-114 - Authorizing Mayor or City Manager to enter into a Novation Agreement with the Partnership of African American Churches and Mountaineer Food Bank. e. Resolution No. 26-115 - Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to enter a one-year Agreement with Logisoft for a software subscription for the City’s Information Systems Department for software, support and maintenance for virtual servers. *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv …
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1 MINUTES FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING 6:30 P.M., OCTOBER 5, 2026 AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL Joseph Jenkins, Chair, called the meeting of the Charleston City Council Committee on Finance to order at 6:30 p.m., October 5, 2026. A silent roll was taken by the Clerk and a quorum was established. The following committee members were present: Joseph Jenkins, Chair Brent Burton, Vice Chair Becky Ceperley Mary Beth Hoover Larry Moore (arrive 6:33, first was for 26-112) Chad Robinson Shawn Taylor Absent: Other Councilmembers present: Chelsea Steelhammer Beth Kerns Shawn Taylor Harper Gardner Frank Annie Pat Jones Bruce King Caitlin Cook Jeanine Faegre Emmett Pepper I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes - Councilmember Burton asked for unanimous consent to dispense with the reading of the minutes for the September 21, 2026 meeting and that they be approved as distributed. There were no objections, and the minutes were approved. 2 I. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-111 – Authorizing approval of Amendment No. 3 of the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget as indicated on the attached list of accounts.  Be it Resolved by the Council of the City of Charleston, West Virginia: That Amendment No. 3 of the FY 2026-2027 General Fund Budget as indicated on the attached list of accounts is approved.   Finance Director Andy Wood added that the amendment will roll over the committed fund balance, which are purchases t …
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Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 16:00

Civic Center/Auditorium Board

Charleston Coliseum board to review August finances and venue report

The Charleston Coliseum & Convention Center / Municipal Auditorium Board is meeting to approve the minutes from its August 25, 2026 meeting and to receive reports from the Building & Grounds Committee, the financial report for August 2026, and the monthly venue report for August 2026. No votes on contracts or policy changes are listed on this agenda.

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CHARLESTON COLISEUM & CONVENTION CENTER / MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM BOARD AGENDA September 29, 2026 4:00 PM Jordon Board Room Call to Order Ms. Fenwick Approval of Minutes of Board Meeting held on Ms. Fenwick August 25, 2026 Building & Grounds Committee Report Mr. Jordon Financial Report for August 2026 Mr. Nelson Monthly Venue Report for August 2026 Mr. Leahy
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 08:30

Board of Zoning Appeals

Board to weigh Go-Mart sign variance and home tattoo studio permit

The Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals will review two requests: a variance for a larger and taller freestanding sign at a Go-Mart location, and a conditional use permit for a home-based tattoo studio. The board will also approve minutes from two prior hearings.

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Charleston Board of Zoning Appeals AGENDA 8:30 a.m., Thursday, September 24, 2026 City Service Center Conference Room · 915 Quarrier Street I. Items for Review VAR-26-0010 Application of L. Richard Dorsey on behalf of Go-Mart, Inc. requesting a 305 square foot sign area variance and a 86 foot sign height variance in order to install a freestanding sign located at 6531 McCorkle Avenue SE. CUP-26-0004 Application of Nicholas Quinn requesting a conditional use permit to conduct a home-based private tattoo studio located at 122 Capitol Street. II. Approval of Minutes for July 23, 2026 and August 13, 2026 hearing.
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:45

Finance

Council to approve $ for new fire dept. medical equipment

The Finance Committee is meeting to discuss and vote on resolutions, including approval of previous minutes and a resolution authorizing the purchase of medical equipment for the Charleston Fire Department. The equipment includes monitors/defibrillators, a cot, and chest compression systems from Stryker Medical, to replace existing equipment.

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✓ Decided: Charleston Finance Committee approves $166,471.72 for fire department equipment

The Charleston Finance Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and unanimously passed a resolution authorizing the purchase of new medical and emergency equipment for the Charleston Fire Department from Stryker Medical. The purchase, which includes trade-in credits for old equipment, has been accounted for in the current fiscal year budget.

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City Council | 501 Virginia Street, East | Post Office Box 2749 | Charleston, West Virginia 25330 www.charlestonwv.gov | 304.348.8179 | 304.348.8038 fax AGENDA FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING Monday, September 21, 2026 6:45 PM AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL, CHARLESTON, WV AVAILIABLE TO VIEW VIA LIVESTREAM AT https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes 9-8-2026 II. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-110 – Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to 2 Monitors/defibrillators, 1 cot, and 4 Chest Compression system, all with accessories from Stryker Medical, to replace equipment for the Charleston fire Department. *Meetings may be recorded and broadcast via internet https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com CITY OF CHARLESTON West Virginia Council Member – 12th WARD Joseph Jenkins 839 Gordon Drive Charleston, West Virginia 25303 304-575-9202 joseph.jenkins@cityofcharleston.org Finance Committee, Chair Parking Committee, Chair Ordinance and Rules Committee
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1 MINUTES FINANCE COMMITTEE MEETING 6:45 P.M., SEPTEMBER 21, 2026 AV ROOM #308, CITY HALL Joseph Jenkins, Chair, called the meeting of the Charleston City Council Committee on Finance to order at 6:45 p.m., September 21, 2026. A silent roll was taken by the Clerk and a quorum was established. The following committee members were present: Joseph Jenkins, Chair Brent Burton, Vice Chair Becky Ceperley Mary Beth Hoover Larry Moore Chad Robinson Shawn Taylor Absent: Other Councilmembers present: Frank Annie Harper Gardner Caitlin Cook Bobby Haas I. DISCUSSION: a. Approval of Previous Minutes - Councilmember Burton asked for unanimous consent to dispense with the reading of the minutes for the September 8, 2026 meeting and that they be approved as distributed. There were no objections, and the minutes were approved. 2 I. RESOLUTIONS: a. Resolution No. 26-110 – Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to purchase two LifePak 35 Monitors/defibrillators with accessories, one Power Pro cot with accessories, and one Lucas 3 v3.1 Chest Compression system with accessories from Stryker Medical for the total amount of $166,471.72, to replace equipment for the Charleston fire Department, where the price was determined pursuant to a competitively sourced Sourcewell contract and where CFD will receive trade-in credits for old equipment. Be it Resolved by the Council of the City of Charleston, West Virginia: That t …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to vote on no-parking zone, speed limit, fire equipment purchase

The Charleston City Council is meeting to consider several items, including creating a no-parking zone on Main Street, establishing a 20 mph speed limit on Cook Drive, and authorizing the purchase of fire department equipment. The agenda also includes filling a vacant Ward 18 seat and hearing public speakers and claims.

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✓ Decided: Charleston City Council appoints Jessica Hudson to Ward 18 seat

The City Council unanimously appointed Jessica Hudson to fill the vacant Ward 18 council seat. Additionally, the Council approved two traffic ordinances and authorized the purchase of $166,471.72 in medical equipment for the Charleston Fire Department.

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Page | 1 of 2 CHARLESTON CITY COUNCIL Regular Meeting September 21, 2026 at 7:00 PM THIS MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE IN PERSON AND CAN BE VIEWED LIVE VIA https://charlestonwv.civicclerk.com/web/home.aspx Council Chambers, Third Floor City Hall, 501 Virginia St. E. Charleston, WV CALL TO ORDER BY THE MAYOR INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL PUBLIC SPEAKERS AND CLAIMS 1. INTERESTED PUBLIC SPEAKERS MUST REGISTER AT THE CLERK’S HALLWAY TABLE IN PERSON NO EARLIER THAN 15 MINUTES BEFORE THE MEETING STARTS. FIVE (5) SPEAKERS WILL BE PERMITTED (RULE NO. 22 (B)). 2. Claims 9-21-2026 PROCLAMATIONS 1. Proclamations 9-21-2026 COMMUNICATIONS 1. To fill the vacant seat in Ward 18 2. Communications 9-21-2026 REPORTS OF STANDING COMMITTEES PLANNING, STREETS AND TRAFFIC 1. Bill No. 8089 - A Bill to create a NO PARKING ANYTIME zone on the northerly side of Main St from a point 151 feet east of Florida Street to a point 315 feet east of Florida Street and amending the Traffic Control Map and Traffic Control File. AGENDA Page | 2 of 2 2. Bill No. 8090 - A Bill to establish a 20 MPH Speed Limit on Cook Drive from Cantley Drive to the end of Cook Drive and amending the Traffic Control Map and Traffic Control File. FINANCE 1. Resolution No. 26-110 – Authorizing the Mayor or City Manager to 2 Monitors/defibrillators, 1 cot, and 4 Che …
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JOURNAL of the PROCEEDINGS of the CITY COUNCIL CITY OF CHARLESTON, WEST VIRGINIA Regular Meeting – Monday, September 21, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. Council Chambers – City Hall – Charleston, West Virginia OFFICIAL RECORD Amy Shuler Goodwin Mayor Miles C. Cary II City Clerk Journal – City Council – Charleston, WV September 21st – 2nd CALL TO ORDER* The Council met at 7:00 P.M., for the second meeting in the month of September on the 21st day, in the year 2026, and was called to order by the Honorable Mayor, Amy Shuler Goodwin. The invocation was delivered by Councilmember Kerns, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Ferrell. City Clerk, Miles C. Cary II, called the roll of members and it was found that there were present at the time: ANNIE BURTON CEPERLEY COOK FAEGRE FERRELL GARDNER GIANOLA HAAS HOOVER JENKINS JONES KERNS KING MOORE OVERSTREET PEPPER PHARR ROBINSON RUBIO SALANGO SNODGRASS SOLOMON STEELHAMMER TAYLOR MAYOR GOODWIN With twenty-four members being present, the Mayor declared a quorum present. ’s absence was excused by the City Clerk per Resolution No. 582-21. Pending the reading of the Journal of the previous meeting, the reading thereof was dispensed with and the same duly approved. Journal – City Council – Charleston, WV S …
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24 yea
Annie yea · Burton yea · Ceperley yea · Cook yea · Faegre yea · Ferrell yea · Gardner yea · Gianola yea · Haas yea · Hoover yea · Jenkins yea · Jones yea · Kerns yea · King yea · Moore yea · Overstreet yea · Pepper yea · Pharr yea · Robinson yea · Salango yea · Solomon yea · Steelhammer yea · Taylor yea · Goodwin yea
to approve the bill. Councilmember Ceperley seconded the motion. A roll call was taken:
50 yea
Annie yea · Burton yea · Ceperley yea · Cook yea · Faegre yea · Ferrell yea · Gardner yea · Gianola yea · Haas yea · Hoover yea · Hudson yea · Jenkins yea · Jones yea · Kerns yea · King yea · Moore yea · Overstreet yea · Pepper yea · Pharr yea · Robinson yea · Salango yea · Solomon yea · Steelhammer yea · Taylor yea · Goodwin yea · Annie yea · Burton yea · Ceperley yea · Cook yea · Faegre yea · Ferrell yea · Gardner yea · Gianola yea · Haas yea · Hoover yea · Hudson yea · Jenkins yea · Jones yea · Kerns yea · King yea · Moore yea · Overstreet yea · Pepper yea · Pharr yea · Robinson yea · Salango yea · Solomon yea · Steelhammer yea · Taylor yea · Goodwin yea
to approve the resolution. Councilmember Ceperley seconded the motion. A roll call was taken:
25 yea
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that the CLRA will be having public input sessions in October. ADJOURNMENT Journal – City Council – Charleston, WV September 21st – 2nd City Clerk, Miles C. Cary II, called the closing roll call:
25 yea
Annie yea · Burton yea · Ceperley yea · Cook yea · Faegre yea · Ferrell yea · Gardner yea · Gianola yea · Haas yea · Hoover yea · Hudson yea · Jenkins yea · Jones yea · Kerns yea · King yea · Moore yea · Overstreet yea · Pepper yea · Pharr yea · Robinson yea · Salango yea · Solomon yea · Steelhammer yea · Taylor yea · Goodwin yea
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 16:00

Public Art Commission

Public Art Commission meets; sculpture RFP on agenda

The Charleston Public Art Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with a director's report, presentations from guests, and upcoming events. The most substantive item is discussion of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a PAC sculpture.

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AGENDA PUBLIC ART COMMISSION (PAC) Thursday September 17, 2026 4:00 p.m. City Service Center Conference Room I. Welcome II. Director’s Report J.Pierson III. Presentations Guests IV. Upcoming Events J.Pierson V. PAC Sculpture: RFP J. Yost VI. Agenda for October meeting VII. Other business/announcements VIII. Adjourn
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 12:00

Charleston Green Team

Green Team to hear city updates, plan holiday events

The Charleston Green Team is meeting to adopt minutes from May through August, hear from a guest speaker, and discuss upcoming event opportunities including Be My Neighbor Day and holiday decorating. Committee reports and updates from city departments, including the Kanawha County Solid Waste Authority and Public Works, are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Charleston Green Team adopted June, July and August meeting minutes

The Charleston Green Team established a quorum, adopted minutes from June, July, and August, and discussed upcoming events, pollinator gardens, and committee reports. Nancy's resignation from the Green Team was noted, and the team discussed building up the advisory committee.

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Charleston Green Team Meeting - Agenda Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Noon - 1:30 p.m. AV Room #308 City Hall 501 Virginia St, East Charleston, WV 25301 The meeting can also be viewed with Microsoft Teams at the following link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/212239355571541?p=hZ9qMvVs9RLoMvdahl Meeting ID: 212 239 355 571 541 Passcode: g6Kq7Hm6 Phone: 646-838-1601 Phone conference ID: 497 452 289# Welcome Adoption of Minutes (May, June, July August) New Business 1. Guest Speaker/ Meet and Greet: Adam Jones, Special Events Coordinator - City of Charleston 2. Event Opportunities: Be My Neighbor Day (9/26), Holly Jolly Brawley Tree Decorating, Sustainable Holiday Decorating Display in City Hall 3. Pollinator Updated (Linda) 4. Future Guest Speakers + Field Trips (Sam) Committee Reports 1. Communication Committee (Linda) 2. What to do with Stuff Committee (Stephanie/Patti/Jeanne) 3. Nomination Committee (Sam/Quenton/Nancy) Updates 1. Kanawha County Solid Waste Authority Updates (Councilmember Pepper) 2. Charleston Department of Public Works (Director Webster) 3. Green Events Guide (Sam) 4. Charleston Bike Plan Kick-Off (Ryan) Announcements - Green Drinks (Environmental Happy Hour) - Wednesday, September 16 at 5:30pm, Fife Street Brewing - Recycling Coalition of WV Logo Contest - $500 cash prize. Visit wvrecycles.org for more details - Next Green Team Meeting is Wednesday, October 21 at 12pm SN/ns
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Noon - 1:30 p.m. AV Room #308 City Hall 501 Virginia St, East Charleston, WV 25301 Minutes Meeting called to order at: 12:02pm Quorum established In-Person Attendance: Quenton King, Samantha Nygaard, Linda Frame, Ryan Hough, Mark Ferrell Via Microsoft Teams: Stephanie Hysmith, Jeanne Chandler Agenda - 9/16/26 1. Welcome 2. Adoption of Minutes from June, July and August a. Linda moves to approve minutes as amended (Linda was virtual in August) New Business 1. Guest Speaker/ Meet and Greet: Adam Jones, Special Events Coordinator - City of Charleston a. Green Team shared ideas for how we could partner, including Green Business guide, supporting parade or other event clean ups, partnering with youth. 2. Event Opportunities: Be My Neighbor Day (9/26), Holly Jolly Brawley Tree a. Green Team will get a tree for Holly Jolly Brawley. We need to find a day to decorate together. 3. Decorating, Sustainable Holiday Decorating Display in City Hall 4. Pollinator Updated (Linda) a. Linda went to the monarch butterfly & pollinator garden near Magic Island with a student who studies the issue. Linda is going to put together a plan or recommendation to the City for what it could do. Some ideas involve educational opportunities with the nearby elementary school, use funds to purchase signage or boundaries. If we come up with a plan, what do we do with it? I.e., take it to Director Webster 5. Future Guest Speakers + Field Tr …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00

City Center Business Improvement District

City Center Business Improvement District Board meeting on September 15

The Board of Directors will meet to review previous minutes and receive reports from the Treasurer and Ambassador. The agenda also includes updates on the Master Plan, including grants and projects, and a report from the Municipal Beautification Commission.

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City Center Business Improvement District Board of Directors Meeting Agenda Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 4:00 pm 600 Quarrier Street 1. Welcome and silent attendance 2. Review and approve minutes from previous meeting 3. Treasurer Report – Randall Coleman 4. Ambassador report – Sidney Gillis 5. Master Plan report update – Susie Salisbury a. Grant updates b. Project updates 6. Municipal Beautification Commission update – Lois Crichton 7. Old Business 8. New Business 9. Next meeting date – Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 4:00 pm
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 17:00

Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee

Committee to discuss new parking and speed limit changes

The Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee will review two bills regarding local traffic controls. These items involve establishing a no-parking zone on Main Street and a new speed limit on Cook Drive.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves no-parking zone on Main St and 20 MPH limit on Cook Drive

The Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee approved two traffic bills. Bill No. 8089 creates a NO PARKING ANYTIME zone on the north side of Main St from 151 feet to 315 feet east of Florida Street, requested by a nearby business. Bill No. 8090 lowers the speed limit on Cook Drive from Cantley Drive to the end of Cook Drive from 25 MPH to 20 MPH, which the neighborhood requested. Both passed unanimously 4-0, and the committee also approved its August 10, 2026 minutes 4-0.

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Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. City Service Center — 915 Quarrier Street — Conference Room AGENDA . Call to Order . Unfinished Business . New Business Bill No. 8089 - A Bill to create a NO PARKING ANYTIME zone on the northerly side of Main St from a point 151 feet east of Florida Street to a point 315 feet east of Florida Street and amending the Traffic Control Map and Traffic Control File, established by the code of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, two thousand and three, as amended, Traffic Laws, Section 263, Division 2, Article 4, Chapter 114, to conform therewith. Bill No. 8090 - A Bill to establish a 20 MPH Speed Limit on Cook Drive from Cantley Drive to the end of Cook Drive and amending the Traffic Control Map and Traffic Control File, established by the code of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, two thousand and three, as amended, Traffic Laws, Section 263, Division 2, Article 4, Chapter 114, to conform therewith. . Discussion . Approval of the Minutes of August 10, 2026, meeting . Adjournment n .o OO NM 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Bill No. 8089 Passed by Council: Introduced in Council September 8, 2026 Introduced by: Referred to Mary Beth Hoover Planning, Streets and Traffic Bill No. 8089 - A Bill to create a NO PARKING ANYTIME zone on the northerly side of Main St from a point 151 feet east of Florida Street to a point 315 feet east of Florida Street and amending the Traffic Co …
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1 Planning, Streets & Traffic Committee September 14, 2026 Planning, Streets and Traffic Committee Monday, September 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. City Service Center – 915 Quarrier Street – Conference Room Members Present Staff Present Mary Beth Hoover, Chairperson Sgt. Redden Bobby Haas Matt Hartline Becky Ceperley Dan Vriendt John Gianola Katrina Eldridge Leif Olson Joe Baldwin 1. Call to Order 2. Unfinished Business 3. New Business Bill No. 8089 - A Bill to create a NO PARKING ANYTIME zone on the northerly side of Main St from a point 151 feet east of Florida Street to a point 315 feet east of Florida Street and amending the Traffic Control Map and Traffic Control File, established by the code of the City of Charleston, West Virginia, two thousand and three, as amended, Traffic Laws, Section 263, Division 2, Article 4, Chapter 114, to conform therewith. The business across the street from this location is doing very well. They are getting a lot of new business. Some of the trucks are coming in and trying to park in front of his business. He has requested the NO PARKING ANYTIME zone in front of his business. MOTION AND VOTE: A motion was made by John Gianola to approve Bill No. 8089. Becky Ceperley seconded the motion. The motion passed by a unanimous vote of 4-0. Bill No. 8090 - A Bill to establish a 20 MPH Speed Limit on Cook Dri …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 09:00

Charleston Sanitary Board

Board considers $1.6 million contract for ultraviolet disinfection system

The Charleston Sanitary Board will meet via Zoom to review financial reports and new business. The board is considering a contract award to Trojan Technologies for a new disinfection system. Discussion will also include a rate case and updates on legal matters.

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CHARLESTON SANITARY BOARD SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 BOARD MEETING – 9:00 A.M. VIA ZOOM TELECONFERENCE NOTICE AND AGENDA For: Members: Chairwoman Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin and Messrs. Kanti Patel, PE and Jack Rossi, CPA, Treasurer Others: Steve A. Cooper, General Manager; Louis S. Southworth, II, Legal Advisor; Tim Haapala, Operations Manager; Chris Casto, Finance Manager; Brenda Pauley, CSB Assistant Finance Manager; and Teresa Dawson, Board Secretary and Administrative Operations Coordinator Since this meeting with be conducted via Zoom, anyone wishing to comment during the public comments portion of the meeting is asked to email comments to info@csb-wv.com by Sept 10th, 2026 at 9:00 AM. Any comments received will be read into the record during the meeting. Any member of the public who wishes to comment live during the meeting can do so by calling 304-348-1084 ext 250 at 9:00 AM on Sept 10th, 2026. I. Approval of the August 13, 2026 Board Meeting Minutes (to be e- mailed by 9-8). II. Unaudited Financial Report and Check Register for the period ended August 31, 2026 (to be e-mailed by 9-8). III. New business. a. Consider for approval, and authorize the General Manager, or his designee, to effect the award of a material purchase contract to Trojan Technologies, of London, Ontario, Canada with a bid of $1,604,000.00 the only responsible bidder, for an open channel, inclined, low-pressure high intensity ultraviolet disinfection system to replace C …
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Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 15:30

Charleston Urban Renewal Authority

Authority reviews new East End plan and Washington Street West corridor study

The Charleston Urban Renewal Authority will review a draft of the new East End plan by GAI-James Yost. The meeting includes discussions on Smith Street project planning and a joint study of the Washington Street West corridor. The Commission may also recommend forwarding the East End Plan to City Council.

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Bian CURA AGENDA CHARLESTON URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY CHARLESTON URBAN RENEWAL AUTHORITY Wednesday, September 9, 2026 — 3:30 PM 1. Roll Call Determine that a quorum is present. 2. Audience Introductions 3. Approval of Minutes Regular Meeting — June 10, 2026 4. Commissioners’ Comments 5. Presentations a. Draft of the new East End plan by GAI-James Yost 6. Executive Director Update Report a. Ongoing Business i. Smith Street phased I project planning ii. Smith Street phase II project planning iii. | HUD facade grant $160,000 — on hold awaiting East End Plan iv. Center City BID new lighting project v. Ruffner Street home renovation vi. 426 Beauregard Street vil. _ LIFT Center phase I — Smith Street b. Miscellaneous. i, Nomination committee update ii. Financial update 7. Other New Business i. Recommendation to forward the East End Plan to City Council ii. Ratification of consent to move forward with joint study between RIC, CUW and CURA of the Washington Street West corridor. iii. Ratification of the consent to provide 4 the local match for the LIFT Center phase II planning grant application— Ruffner Street to Washington Street. iv. Request to purchase a new copier 8. Executive Session — to discuss the sale, purchase, lease or development of real estate assets and legal matters. a. Washington St. West 9. Return to Public Session and/or any further discussion or actions of the Commission on items discussed during Executive Session 10. Public comment 11. Adjourned 815 Quarrier St, …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 160 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.

💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
$46.0MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · CONTRACT SHALL PROVIDE EXTERNAL PEER REVIEW PROGRAM SERVICES.
$26.2MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · QUALITY INNOVATION NETWORK/QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ORGANIZATIONS (QIN-QIO)
$19.5MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Veterans Affairs · EXTERNAL PEER REVIEW PROGRAM
$18.8MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · THE PURPOSE OF THIS ACTION IS TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO AWARD AN 11TH SOW
$14.9MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · NJ STATE TASK ORDER IGF::CT::IGF
$13.7MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · WV STATE TASK ORDER IGF::CT::IGF
$10.4MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::CT::IGF
$8.0MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · END STAGE RENAL DISEASE (ESRD) NETWORK 5
$7.7MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · IGF::CT::IGF AWARD QUALITY PAYMENT PROGRAM SMALL UNDERSERVED AND RURAL
$7.6MQUALITY INSIGHTS, INC
Department of Health and Human Services · END STAGE RENAL DISEASE (ESRD) NETWORK 3

Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.

🌐 County-level context (Kanawha County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-450 people (-$60.0M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)7 ({"Severe Storm": 13, "Flood": 10, "Snowstorm": 3, "Hurricane · last Sat Jan 24, 2026)
Traffic fatalities6 (3 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments4,396 (74,799 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,054/mo (2,816 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy18.9% (low numeracy 30% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.

11,594
Recorded votes
$185.1M
Annual budget
$66.3M
Debt outstanding
9
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$185.1M
Spending$200.2M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load MODERATE

Outstanding debt$66.3M
Debt-to-revenue0.36×
Debt-load index53 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.

Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.400
All kids
0.381
Black kids
0.315

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Where it’s happening

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