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Charles TownWV averageUS Census ACS
Population
6,854
Per-capita income
$44,494
Median home value
$359,500
Bachelor's or higher
38%
Typical home value $409,278 +3.2% yr/yr · +26.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$20.3M (FY2023)
Total spending$21.6M (FY2023)
Taxes$6.0M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$5.1M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$3,316 (FY2023)

Development activity

Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025269 housing units ($50.3M)

Recent meetings

Mon Jul 13, 2026

Planning Commission - Special Meeting

Continuation of public hearing on Langlet Farm South Sketch Plan

The Charles Town Planning Commission will continue a public hearing on the Langlet Farm South Sketch Plan (SLD2026-01). The meeting also includes routine items such as call to order, approval of minutes, and any new business. No other specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA • JULY 23, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3.1 : Continuation of a public hearing : SLD2026-01 - Langlet Farm South - Sketch Plan 4. NEW BUSINESS 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 AGENDA Planning Commission July 23, 2026 1
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Personnel Committee

Personnel Committee to discuss insurance, raises, and employee benefits

The Personnel Committee will discuss updates on insurance coverage, a presentation on employee benefits, and the scheduling of the City Manager's annual evaluation. The committee also plans to apply raises during the first pay run in July and January.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PERSONNEL COMMITTEE AGENDA • JULY 13, 2026 Committee Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. ADJOURNMENT 5. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1700: Update from Finance Regarding Next Steps in Insurance Coverage from 85% to 90% : 2026-1701: Paypoint's Presentation on July 20, 2026, to Council - Discuss Pay to Market 50% and Benefits to Market : 2026-1702: Schedule Meeting to Discuss City Manager's Annual Evaluation Results : 2026-1703: Referral to Finance to Apply Raises During the First Pay Run in July and January : 2026-1704: Sick Time Sharing When an Employee Ceases Employment : Next Meeting August 10, 2026, at 5:00PM AGENDA Personnel Committee July 13, 2026 1
Mon Jul 13, 2026

Historic Landmarks Commission

Commission to hold public hearings on demolition and grant requests

The Historic Landmarks Commission will conduct public hearings regarding a demolition request and a grant request. The body will also review presentations for three other property-related projects.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION AGENDA • JULY 13, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 : DRAFT June 8, 2026 minutes 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 : Public Hearing : COA2026-09 - 131/133 W. Washington St. - Demolition Request 4.2 : Public Hearing: FIP2026-03 - 208 S. George St. - Grant Request 4.3 : Presentation - Forrest Pritchard - 212 N. George St. 4.4 : Presentation - Alexander Salgado - 307 E. Washington St. 4.5 : Presentation - Gary Smith - Funtopia Facade Grant - Proposed Materials 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 06082026_HLC_Minutes DRAFT.docx 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Engineer Report.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Quote 1.pdf 4. Quote 2.pdf Proposed Design.pdf Engineer Review.pdf Proposed Design.pdf Narrative.pdf AGENDA Historic Landmarks Commission July 13, 2026 1
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Infrastructure Committee

Infrastructure Committee to review repaving plan and stormwater projects

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss several city updates, including a repaving plan and stormwater issues. The meeting includes reviews of speed radar data and a statewide bicycle and pedestrian plan.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN INFRASTRUCTURE COMMITTEE AGENDA • JULY 9, 2026 Committee Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 4:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. ADJOURNMENT - Next Meeting: Monday, August 24, 2026, at 4:30PM 5. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1637: Stormwater Issues and Updates : 2026-1638: Congress and Lawrence Street Intersection Update : 2026-1639: Liberty Street Stormwater Project : 2026-1640: Repaving Plan Paving operation plan 2024 (1).pdf Paving operation plan 2024 (2).pdf : 2026-1641: Resident Requests from City Council Public Comment request Train Horn Rule 2026.pdf Site Visit_ Charles Street.pdf Infrastructure_ site visit S. George St.pdf : 2026-1642: EPA Thriving Communities Grant - Next Steps : 2026-1643: Ongoing Project List Projects List 2023.pdf : 2026-1644: City App Request City App Requests.pdf : 2026-1645: Pneumatic Tube and Speed Radar Data and Future Placement 316 S George Street Speed Trailer Data May 2026.png 636 S Samuel St NB Speed Data May 2026.png neighborhood_traffic_summary (15 mph).png Norborne Glebe - 533 Barksdale Drive SB Speed Data May 2026.png : 2026-1646: Walk and Ride WV Statewide Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan Survey- Walk & Ride WV Statewide Bicycle & Pedestrian Plan.pdf : 2026-1649: Maintenance Director Report : 2026-1650: Other Projects Updates from Staff AGENDA Infrastructu …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Building Commission

Building Commission meeting will address routine procedural items

The Charles Town Building Commission will meet on July 9, 2026 at 3:00 PM in City Hall. The agenda lists call to order, approval of minutes, unfinished business, new business, and adjournment. No specific rezoning, contract, ordinance, or fee items are identified in the agenda. The public can view the meeting live via the provided online link.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN BUILDING COMMISSION AGENDA • JULY 9, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 3:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1647: Building Commission Meeting Minutes - April 9, 2026 Building Commission Report - 4-9-26.pdf : 2026-1648: Financial Review April & May 2026 Bank Statements.pdf June 2026 Revenue & Expense Report.pdf AGENDA Building Commission July 9, 2026 1
Thu Jul 9, 2026

Board of Parks and Recreation

Board reviews the Charles Town Parks and Recreation Maintenance Plan

The Board of Parks and Recreation will consider the draft Maintenance Plan for the department. It will also receive updates on park conditions and upcoming events, and address new business items such as the pickleball courts opening and the Happy Retreat Bridge dedication.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION AGENDA • JULY 9, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1675: Charles Town Board of Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Minutes - June 11, 2026 June_2026_Meeting_Minutes_DRAFT.docx : 2026-1676: Jefferson Memorial Park Pool Update : 2026-1677: Pool Operations Discussion poolstaffavailasof7-8.docx : 2026-1678: Liberty Street Parcel (next to 414 W. Liberty Street) Discussion - Possible Executive Session : 2026-1679: Public Private Partnership Between Charles Town and Ranson Community Garden Discussion MOUCharlesTownParksRansonCommunityGardensDRAFT.docx : 2026-1680: Clean Parks Initiative Clean Parks Locations.docx : 2026-1681: Parks Master Plan 2026-02-10 Maint Yard-Skate Park Concept Site Plan 3.pdf Comprehensive-Plan-Final-Reduced.pdf Executive-Summary.pdf JCPRC_Master Plan_Main Rep.pdf KimelyHornEst2023.pdf UGB_Future_Bike_Ped_Improvements.pdf UGB_Future_Land_Use_25Yr.pdf UGB_Future_Transportation_Improvements.pdf Wayfinding Sign Designs - 8-31-23 - Charles Town (1).pdf West End Revitalization Master Plan.pdf UGB_Future_Land_Use_10Yr.pdf : 2026-1682: Pickleball Courts Grand Opening : 2026-1683: Happy Retreat Bridge Dedication : 2026-1684: Charles Town Parks and Recreation Maintenance Plan AGENDA Board of Parks and Recreation July 9, 2026 1 4. NEW BUSINE …
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Wed Jul 8, 2026

Charles Town Tree Board

Tree Board considers native species lists for planning and zoning ordinances

The Tree Board is discussing updates to the city's tree canopy inventory and the creation of an approved native species list for zoning ordinances. The board is also reviewing grant opportunities and potential partnerships for tree planting and youth engagement.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CHARLES TOWN TREE BOARD AGENDA • JULY 8, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1672: Charles Town Tree Board Meeting Minutes - June 4, 2026 Tree Board Meeting Minutes - June 2026.pdf : 2026-1651: Tree Canopy/Inventory Update- Review of goals, software data, etc. Plan to update and undertake new inventory. : 2026-1652: Pollinator Garden. Need for volunteers to weed and trim this Fall. Additional seeding? : 2026-1653: Consideration of Heritage Trees to enable certain protections. See item description for more information. https://americanheritagetrees.org/ Heritage tree Binder MD example.pdf CharlesTown HeritageTree Program.pdf : 2026-1654: Recruitment list/volunteers for tree related projects. How do we get more people involved, especially young people and families, for City projects. Creation of master volunteer list across City groups. : 2026-1656 : Review of cutting at Willingham Knolls and consideration of Milkweed and fostering seeding in areas not actively mowed. Consideration to permanently pasture small parcel along walkway back to native grass and flowers with no mowing. Create a native habitat. Milkweed naturally grows along this area. : 2026-1657: Tree grate issues downtown trees. Trees out-growing circle holes or roots raising grates. Request for removal and planting of native …
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Mon Jul 6, 2026

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan

The Charles Town Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development items and conduct commission reviews of several proposals. The hearings cover the Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan (SLD2025‑02) and an amendment to the zoning use table for the Old Town Mixed Use Commercial District (TXA2026‑01). The commission will also review sketch plans for Huntfield Phases 9 & 11 and bond initiation requests for Augustine Manor Phase 1 and Thomfair Self‑Storage.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA • JULY 27, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 : DRAFT June 23, 2026 minutes 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 : Public Hearing : SLD2025-02 - Norborne-Glebe Phase 16 - Preliminary Plan 4.2 : Public Hearing : TXA2026-01 - Amending the Zoning Use Table for uses in the Old Town Mixed Use Commercial Zoning District 4.3 : Commission Review: SLD2026-02 - Huntfield Phases 9 & 11 Sketch Plan - Completeness Review 4.4 : Commission Review: BR2026-05 - Augustine Manor Phase 1 - Bond Initiation 4.5 : Commission Review: BR2026-06 - Thomfair Self-Storage - Bond Initiation 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 AGENDA Planning Commission July 27, 2026 1
Thu Jun 25, 2026

Ordinance Committee

Ordinance Committee to consider Council and Tree code articles

The Ordinance Committee is meeting to discuss potential revisions to Article 111 (Council) and Article 1104 (Trees) of the city code. The agenda contains only procedural items, with the specific ordinance documents listed as attachments for reference.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN ORDINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDA • JUNE 25, 2026 Committee Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. ADJOURNMENT 5. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1629: Article 111 - Council Ord._2022-002_-_Article_111_Council.pdf : 2026-1630: Article 1104 - Trees Ord. 2020.011 - Article 1104 Trees.pdf AGENDA Ordinance Committee June 25, 2026 1
Tue Jun 23, 2026

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review bond extensions and a street waiver request

The Planning Commission will review draft minutes from May and June, consider a bond extension for Huntfield, and hold a public hearing on a waiver request for 231 N Samuel Street.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA • JUNE 23, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 : DRAFT May 26, 2026 minutes 2.2 : DRAFT June 11, 2026 special meeting minutes 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3.1 : Commission Review : BR2026-04 - Huntfield Bond Extension for Multiple Bonds 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 : Public Hearing : WV2026-01 - 231 N Samuel Street - Waiver request 4.2 : Commission Review : BR2026-03 - Huntfield Phase 4 - Bond Initiation 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 05-26-2026 PC MINUTES_DRAFT.pdf 06-11-2026 PC MINUTES_DRAFT.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Request.pdf 4. Narrative.pdf 5. Paving Utility Map.pdf 6. Bond.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Final Plan.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. KH Review.pdf 3. Application.pdf 4. Estimate.pdf AGENDA Planning Commission June 23, 2026 1
Tue Jun 16, 2026

Board of Zoning Appeals - Canceled

Charles Town Board of Zoning Appeals meeting canceled

The meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, was canceled. The original agenda included variance requests for properties on Wall Street and Federal Way.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN BOARD OF ZONING APPEALS AGENDA • JUNE 16, 2026 BZA Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. DETERMINATION OF QUORUM 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3.1 : DRAFT November 18, 2025 minutes 3.2 : DRAFT January 21 2026 minutes 4. APPROVAL OF FINDINGS OF FACTS AND CONCLUSIONS OF LAW 4.1 : Findings of Fact: BA2025-04 - 644 S. Samuel St. - Variance 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 5.1 : BA2026-01 - Donald Pine - Wall Street Lots - Variance Request 5.2 : BA2026-02 - Shari Lanham - Federal Way - Variance Request 6. CONTINUED CASES 7. OTHER BUSINESS 8. ADJOURNMENT 9. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 2025_November_18_DRAFT_BZA_minutes.pdf 2026_January_21_DRAFT_BZA_minutes.pdf BA_2025-04.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Sketch.pdf 4. Design.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Survey.pdf 4. Support Docs.pdf AGENDA Board of Zoning Appeals June 16, 2026 1
Mon Jun 15, 2026

City Council Workshop

City Council to discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. The session is based on a document dated April 14, 2026.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA • JUNE 15, 2026 Workshop COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. WORK SESSION 3. ADJOURNMENT 4. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1601: TIF District Discussion Tax Increment Financing in WV - Charles Town 4-14-26.pdf AGENDA City Council Workshop June 15, 2026 1
Mon Jun 15, 2026

City Council

City Council to consider FY2027 Capital Budget and PODA ordinance amendment

The City Council will review the FY2027 Capital Budget, approve bills, and consider an amendment to the Private Outdoor Designated Areas (PODA) ordinance. The meeting also includes reports from the City Manager, Police Chief, and various committees.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA • JUNE 15, 2026 Regular Session COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. WARD REPORTS 5. MAYOR'S REPORT 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT 8. POLICE CHIEF REPORT 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1602: City Council Meeting Minutes - June 1, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes - June 1, 2026 -draft.pdf : 2026-1603: Mayor's Report - June 15, 2026 : 2026-1604: Finance Committee Report - June 9, 2026 FinanceCommitteeReport_9_June_2026_rmt.pdf : 2026-1605: Personnel Committee Report - June 11, 2026 Personnel Committee Report June 2026.pdf : 2026-1606: Charles Town Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting Report - June 11, 2026 May_2026_Meeting_Minutes_FINAL.pdf May_2026_Special_Meeting_Minutes_FINAL.pdf : 2026-1621: City Manager's Report - June 15, 2026 CMR 15 June 2026.pdf : 2026-1607: Letter to US Senators Regarding Federal Transportation Funding : 2026-1626: Cease and Desist Letter Concerning Utility Area Discussion/Update 05-01-2026 Summit Point Letter to provide service again rev.pdf AGENDA City Council June 15, 2026 1 11. REFERRALS TO COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS 12. APPROVAL OF BILLS 13. ADJOURNMENT 14. INFORMATION ONLY - NEXT MEETING, Monday, July 20, 2026, at 7:00PM : 2026-1608: Community Grant Awards Community Awar …
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Thu Jun 11, 2026

Personnel Committee

Personnel Committee will review the Total Compensation Study update

The Charles Town Personnel Committee will discuss an update to the Total Compensation Study. It will also consider the City Manager's annual performance evaluation plan, which may be addressed in an executive session. Standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment are also on the agenda.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PERSONNEL COMMITTEE AGENDA • JUNE 8, 2026 Committee Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. ADJOURNMENT 5. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1585: Total Compensation Study Update : 2026-1586: City Manager's Annual Performance Evaluation Plan - Possible Executive Session AGENDA Personnel Committee June 8, 2026 1
Thu Jun 11, 2026

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Langlet Farm South sketch plan

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on SLD2026-01, a sketch plan for the Langlet Farm South subdivision. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA • JUNE 11, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 : Public Hearing : SLD2026-01 - Langlet Farm South - Sketch Plan 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Sketch Plan.pdf 4. 2026-05-18 Staff Comments.pdf 5. Approved COA.pdf 6. Washington Place concept.pdf AGENDA Planning Commission June 11, 2026 1
Tue Jun 9, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review FY26 budget revisions and employee benefit costs

The Finance Committee will discuss FY26 General Fund revisions, employee benefit increases, and financial policy updates. The meeting includes reports on various fund balances and a request for executive sessions regarding B&O and license fee waivers.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN FINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDA • JUNE 9, 2026 Finance Committee COUNCIL CHAMBERS 12:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. FINANCE DIRECTOR REPORT 5. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1572: B&O Waiver Request - Possible Executive Session : 2026-1573: License Fee Waiver Request - Possible Executive Session : 2026-1574: B&O Waiver Request - Possible Executive Session : 2026-1575: FY26 General Fund Revision #6 FY 2026 GF Revision #6.pdf : 2026-1576: Benefit Increase Discussion 90_ Health Benefit Employer Cost Estimates.pdf Employee Handbook Revised 3-2-26.pdf Article 147.pdf : 2026-1582: CIP/Budget Preparation CIP 2027-2031.pdf : 2026-1583: Financial Policy Update RFP Finance Policies Sample.pdf Final - Budget and Fiscal Policies (August 2019).pdf : 2026-1577: HdL Update : 2026-1578: May 2026 General Fund Budget Update MAY 2026 GF FINANCIALS.pdf : 2026-1579: May 2026 Capital Fund Budget Update May 2026 Capital Budget Financials.pdf : 2026-1580: May 2026 P&R Fund Budget Update May 2026 P&R Financials.pdf : 2026-1581: May 2026 Account Balance Update 5-31-26 Bank and Investment Account Balance.pdf AGENDA Finance Committee June 9, 2026 1 6. ADJOURNMENT 7. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php AGENDA Finance Committee June 9, 2026 2
Mon Jun 8, 2026

Historic Landmarks Commission

Commission to hear demolition and facade improvement requests

The Historic Landmarks Commission will hold public hearings on demolition and new construction projects at 213 N. George St, 300 E. Liberty St, and 208 N. Charles St. The body will also review a facade improvement grant extension request for 540 E. Washington St.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION AGENDA • JUNE 8, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 : DRAFT minutes of April 13, 2026 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 : Public Hearing : COA2026-04 - 213 N. George St - Demolition and New Construction 4.2 : Public Hearing : COA2026-05 - 300 E. Liberty St - Demo and New Construction 4.3 : Public Hearing : COA2026-06 - 208 N. Charles St - Fence Replacement 4.4 : Public Hearing : COA2026-07 - 113 W. Washington St - Wall Sign 4.5 : Public Hearing : FIP026-02 - 200 W. Washington St - Facade Improvement Grant request 4.6 : Commission Review : FIP2025-01 - 540 E. Washington St - Facade Improvement Grant Extension Request 5. ADJOURNMENT 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 04132026_HLC_Minutes DRAFT.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Narrative.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2._Application.pdf 3._Narrative.pdf 4. Quote 1.pdf 5. Quote 2.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Narrative.pdf AGENDA Historic Landmarks Commission June 8, 2026 1 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php AGENDA Historic Landmarks Commission June 8, 2026 2
Thu Jun 4, 2026

Charles Town Tree Board

Tree Board considers native plant ordinances and urban forester hire

The Charles Town Tree Board is discussing updates to the city's tree inventory and the creation of an approved list of native species for zoning ordinances. The board is also reviewing potential grants and the possibility of hiring an urban forester.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CHARLES TOWN TREE BOARD AGENDA • JUNE 4, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1553: Tree Canopy/Inventory Update- Review of goals, software data, etc. Plan to update and undertake new inventory. : 2026-1554: Pollinator Garden. Need for volunteers to weed and trim this Fall. Additional seeding? : 2026-1555: Consideration of Heritage Trees to enable certain protections. See item description for more information. https://americanheritagetrees.org/ Heritage tree Binder MD example.pdf CharlesTown HeritageTree Program.pdf : 2026-1556: Recruitment list/volunteers for tree related projects. How do we get more people involved, especially young people and families, for City projects. Creation of master volunteer list across City groups. : 2026-1557 : Review of cutting at Willingham Knolls and consideration of Milkweed and fostering seeding in areas not actively mowed. Consideration to permanently pasture small parcel along walkway back to native grass and flowers with no mowing. Create a native habitat. Milkweed naturally grows along this area. : 2026-1558: Tree grate issues downtown trees. Trees out-growing circle holes or roots raising grates. Request for removal and planting of native flowers & plants with small barriers to keep foot traffic out of areas. Consideration for Clover, Marigolds, Nas …
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Mon Jun 1, 2026

City Council

Council to consider amendment to vacant building ordinance (Article 1759)

The Charles Town City Council meeting on June 1, 2026 includes a public hearing and second reading on an amendment to the building and housing code concerning vacant buildings (Article 1759). The council will also review the FY2027 Capital Budget and the FY26 Capital Budget Revision #10. Additional agenda items include the introduction of a new Charles Town Utility Board manager and a resolution supporting the BASICS Act (H.R. 7437).

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA • JUNE 1, 2026 Regular Session COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. WARD REPORTS 5. MAYOR'S REPORT 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT 8. POLICE CHIEF REPORT 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1540: City Council Workshop Minutes - May 18, 2026 City Council Workshop Minutes - May 18, 2026.pdf : 2026-1524: City Council Meeting Minutes - May 18, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes - May 18, 2026.pdf : 2026-1525: Mayor's Report - June 1, 2026 : 2026-1526: Personnel Committee Report - May 19, 2026 Personnel Committee Report May 2026.pdf : 2026-1527: Ordinance Committee Report - May 28, 2026 : 2026-1528: City Manager's Report - June 1, 2026 CMR 01 June 2026.pdf : 2026-1529: Public Hearing for Consideration of an Amendment to the Codified Ordinances of the City of Charles Town, West Virginia with Regard to Part Seventeen Building and Housing Code, Chapter Three Local Provisions, Article 1759 Vacant Buildings : 2026-1530: Second Reading and Consideration of an Amendment to the Codified Ordinances of the City of Charles Town, West Virginia with Regard to Part Seventeen Building and Housing Code, Chapter Three Local Provisions, Article 1759 Vacant Buildings 1759 Final Redline Council.pdf 1759 Final Clean Council.pdf AGENDA City Council June 1, 2026 …
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Thu May 28, 2026

Ordinance Committee

Ordinance Committee will consider updates to council, PODA, and tree articles

The Ordinance Committee will review unfinished business on Article 111 concerning council matters. It will also consider new business items: Article 522 regarding Private Outdoor Designated Areas, and Article 1104 concerning trees. The committee will vote on any proposed changes to these ordinances.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN ORDINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDA • MAY 21, 2026 Committee Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 2.1 : 2026-1516: Article 111 - Council 3. NEW BUSINESS 3.1 : 2026-1517: Article 522 - PODA 3.2 : 2026-1518: Article 1104 - Trees 4. ADJOURNMENT 5. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 Ord._2022-002_-_Article_111_Council.pdf 2025-006 - Article 522 Private Outdoor Designated Areas (PODA).pdf Ord. 2020.011 - Article 1104 Trees.pdf AGENDA Ordinance Committee May 21, 2026 1
Tue May 26, 2026

Planning Commission

Public hearing on Academy Place preliminary plan; litigation discussion

The Charles Town Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on the preliminary plan for Academy Place (SLD2023-10), review a bond extension request for Huntfield multiple phases (BR2026-04), and discuss pending litigation in DR Acquisitions, LLC v. City of Charles Town Planning Commission, potentially in executive session. The commission will also consider approving the draft minutes from April 27, 2026.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PLANNING COMMISSION AGENDA • MAY 26, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting CITY HALL 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2.1 : DRAFT Minutes of April 27, 2026 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 4. NEW BUSINESS 4.1 : Public Hearing : SLD2023-10 - Academy Place - Preliminary Plan 4.2 : Commission Review : BR2026-04 - Huntfield Multiple Phases Bond Extension Request 4.3 : Discussion of DR Acquisitions, LLC v. City of Charles Town Planning Commission, Jefferson County Case No. 2026-AA-1—Possible Executive Session 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 04-27-2026 PC MINUTES_DRAFT.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. CTUB Review.pdf 4. KH Review.pdf 5. Plan Set.pdf 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf 3. Narrative.pdf 4. Work Completed.pdf 5. Paving Utility Map.pdf AGENDA Planning Commission May 26, 2026 1
Thu May 21, 2026

Board of Parks and Recreation - Special Meeting

Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss pool operations

The Board of Parks and Recreation is holding a special meeting to address pool operations. The agenda includes a discussion on a public statement regarding the Charles Town Public Pool.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION AGENDA • MAY 21, 2026 Special Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 8:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. NEW BUSINESS 3. ADJOURNMENT 4. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83709476544? pwd=aU4zNlFDejdGbytsNVVjRC9hdUNHQT09 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1514: Pool Operations : 2026-1515: Public Statement on Charles Town Public Pool Charles Town Public Pool Update--Draft 2.pdf AGENDA Board of Parks and Recreation May 21, 2026 1
Wed May 20, 2026

Board of Parks and Recreation

Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss MOU with Friends of Happy Retreat

The Board of Parks and Recreation is holding a special meeting on site at Happy Retreat. The body will meet with the Friends of Happy Retreat to discuss a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the two groups.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION AGENDA • APRIL 16, 2026 Special Meeting ON SITE: HAPPY RETREAT 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER UNFINISHED BUSINESS NEW BUSINESS 2. ADJOURNMENT 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 Charles Town Board of Parks and Rec will be meeting with the Friends of Happy Retreat to discuss the MOU between the two bodies. : 2026-1394: Pool Operations Discussion : 2026-1396: Pool Update : 2026-1388: Comprehensive Site Plan for the 12.3 Acre Property : 2026-1389: Happy Retreat Event Calendar : 2026-1391: Joint Property maintenance plan City of Charles Town Signed.pdf Happy Retreat Mowing Map.pdf : 2026-1392: Coordinated insurance for Jointly Sponsored Events MOU 12082015 Happy Retreat and Parks and Rec.pdf AGENDA Board of Parks and Recreation April 16, 2026 1
Tue May 19, 2026

Personnel Committee

Personnel Committee reviews compensation study update and manager evaluation plan

The Personnel Committee will review an update to the Total Compensation Study and consider the City Manager’s annual performance evaluation plan. No other business items are listed on the agenda.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN PERSONNEL COMMITTEE AGENDA • MAY 19, 2026 Committee Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. ADJOURNMENT 5. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1508: Total Compensation Study Update 90_ Health Increase Calcualation.pdf Charles Town Final Presentation 050426.pdf : 2026-1509: City Manager's Annual Performance Evaluation Plan AGENDA Personnel Committee May 19, 2026 1
Mon May 18, 2026

City Council Workshop

City Council to discuss Capital Improvement Plan

The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2026, at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA • MAY 18, 2026 Workshop COUNCIL CHAMBERS 5:30 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. WORK SESSION 3. ADJOURNMENT 4. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1493: Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) Discussion CIP Information.pdf AGENDA City Council Workshop May 18, 2026 1
Mon May 18, 2026

City Council

City Council to discuss continuation of the Capital Improvement Project

The Charles Town City Council will consider several items, including a discussion on continuing the Capital Improvement Project. Other agenda items include an annexation matter that may go to executive session, the introduction of the new Charles Town Utility Board manager, and the creation of a committee to review conditions for annexing the Langlet Properties. The council will also receive public comment letters to the regional planning organization on transportation plans.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA • MAY 18, 2026 REVISED Regular Session COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. WARD REPORTS 5. MAYOR'S REPORT 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT 8. POLICE CHIEF REPORT 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1495: City Council Meeting Minutes - May 4, 2026 : 2026-1496: Mayor's Report - May 18, 2026 : 2026-1497: Finance Committee Report - May 13, 2026 : 2026-1498: Charles Town Board of Parks and Recreation Commission Report - May 14, 2026 : 2026-1499: City Manager's Report - May 18, 2026 : 2026-1500: A Letter Expressing Challenges with the Current WV School Funding Formula and the Impacts to the Eastern Panhandle : 2026-1501: Draft Public Comment Letters to the Hagerstown/Eastern Panhandle Metropolitan Planning Organization (HEPMPO) on the Unified Work Plan and the Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) : 2026-1504: Depot Land Committee Appointment : 2026-1505: Continuation of Capital Improvement Project (CIP) Discussion : 2026-1506: Ward Washington Law Firm Retainer/Request Waiver of Potential Conflict in AGENDA City Council May 18, 2026 1 11. REFERRALS TO COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS 12. APPROVAL OF BILLS 13. ADJOURNMENT 14. INFORMATION ONLY - NEXT MEETING, Monday, June 1, 2026, at 7:00PM 15. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www …
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Thu May 14, 2026

Board of Parks and Recreation

Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss FY2027 budget and capital projects

The Board is meeting to discuss the FY2027 budget and a preliminary capital budget for 2026-2030. The agenda includes updates on the Jefferson Memorial Park Pool and discussions regarding a public-private partnership with Ranson Community Gardens.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN BOARD OF PARKS AND RECREATION AGENDA • MAY 14, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1488: Charles Town Parks and Recreation Minutes Report Minutes Report Draft 4-9-26.docx Special meeting minutes report draft.docx : 2026-1476: Jefferson Memorial Park Pool Update 20260421-Jefferson Park Pool-CR #3.pdf 20260421-Jefferson Park Pool-Tem Construction Fence.pdf Schedule B Pool Revised.xlsx : 2026-1477: Pool Operations Discussion Pool Bonuses.docx JohnniesEst.pdf Quote BundleMaxRPool.pdf Max R items.docx DoMorEst.pdf WabashValleyEst.pdf LeasureCreationsEst.pdf JohnniesEst2.pdf : 2026-1478: Tennis Staffing Discussion : 2026-1479: Liberty Street Parcel (next to 414 W. Liberty Street) Discussion - Possible Executive Session Building Requirements for Structures Within Zone.docx : 2026-1480: New Mowing Contracts Discussion : 2026-1481: Happy Retreat MOU Special Meeting MOUCharlesTownParksRansonCommunityGardensDRAFT.docx : 2026-1482: Preliminary Capital Budget Discussion CIP 2026-2030.xlsx Capital Improvements Project Description Parks Masterplan.docx Capital Improvements Project Description Pumptracks.docx PumptrackARC.docx DiskGolf Diagram.docx AGENDA Board of Parks and Recreation May 14, 2026 1 4. NEW BUSINESS 5. ADJOURNMENT 6. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event …
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Wed May 13, 2026

Finance Committee

Finance Committee to review April 2026 budget updates

The Finance Committee will review budget updates for the General, Capital, and P&R funds for April 2026. The committee will also consider waiver requests for license and B&O fees.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN FINANCE COMMITTEE AGENDA • MAY 13, 2026 Finance Committee COUNCIL CHAMBERS 12:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 3. NEW BUSINESS 4. FINANCE DIRECTOR REPORT 5. CHAIRMAN'S REPORT 6. ADJOURNMENT 7. NOTICE: The Public May View the Meeting Live by Clicking on the Event Link at: https://www.charlestownwv.us/government/agendas_minutes.php 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1469: License Fee Waiver Request - Possible Executive Session : 2026-1470: B&O Waiver Request - Possible Executive Session : 2026-1471: HdL Update HDL Credit Worksheet-4-26.pdf : 2026-1472: April 2026 General Fund Budget Update APRIL 2026 GF FINANCIALS.pdf : 2026-1473: April 2026 Capital Fund Budget Update April 2026 Capital Budget Financials.pdf : 2026-1474: April 2026 P&R Fund Budget Update April 2026 P&R Financials.pdf : 2026-1475: April 2026 Account Balance Update 4-30-26 Bank and Investment Account Balance.pdf AGENDA Finance Committee May 13, 2026 1
Thu May 7, 2026

Charles Town Tree Board

Tree Board considers native species lists and $12,000 funding request

The Charles Town Tree Board is discussing updates to the tree canopy inventory and the creation of an approved native species list for zoning ordinances. The board is also reviewing potential grants and a proposal to access approximately $12,000 for tree-related activities.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CHARLES TOWN TREE BOARD AGENDA • MAY 7, 2026 Commission/Board Meeting COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM 1. CALL TO ORDER 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1468: City Tree Board Meeting Minutes - April 2, 2026 Tree Board Meeting Minutes - April 2026.pdf : 2026-1449: Tree Canopy/Inventory Update- Review of goals, software data, etc. Plan to update and undertake new inventory. : 2026-1450: Pollinator Garden. Need for volunteers to weed and trim this Fall. Additional seeding? : 2026-1451: Clearing of brush and invasive species along Evitts Run Spring Clean Out - May 16th 8-10:00AM. Get out the word. Identification of areas, tagging removal and work areas. : 2026-1452: Recruitment list/volunteers for tree related projects. How do we get more people involved, especially young people and families, for City projects. Creation of master volunteer list across City groups. : 2026-1453 : Review of cutting at Willingham Knolls and consideration of Milkweed and fostering seeding in areas not actively mowed. Consideration to permanently pasture small parcel along walkway back to native grass and flowers with no mowing. Create a native habitat. Milkweed naturally grows along this area. : 2026-1454: Earth Grounds Festival May 16, 2026, 10AM-5PM Table, painting information, other? : 2026-1455: Tree grate issues downtown trees. Trees out-growing circle holes or roots raising grat …
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Mon May 4, 2026

City Council

Council considers rezoning Langlet Properties to General Commercial

The City Council will discuss a rezoning request for three properties and a potential amendment to the vacant buildings code. The body is also reviewing a resolution regarding WV school funding and the retention of bond counsel for a TIF.

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CITY OF CHARLES TOWN CITY COUNCIL AGENDA • MAY 4, 2026 Regular Session COUNCIL CHAMBERS 7:00 PM CALL TO ORDER 1. MOMENT OF SILENCE AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 3. PUBLIC COMMENT 4. WARD REPORTS 5. MAYOR'S REPORT 6. COMMITTEE REPORTS 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT 8. POLICE CHIEF REPORT 9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 10. NEW BUSINESS 101 E Washington Street, Charles Town, WV 25414 : 2026-1432: City Council Meeting Minutes - April 21, 2026 City Council Meeting Minutes - April 21, 2026 - draft.pdf : 2026-1433: Mayor's Report - May 4, 2026 : 2026-1434: Infrastructure Committee Report - April 27, 2026 Report_ Infrastructure Committee April 2026.pdf : 2026-1435: City Manager's Report - May 4, 2026 CMR 04 May 2026.pdf : 2026-1436: Charles Town Tree Board Budget : 2026-1437: TIF Discussion and Retainer of Bond Counsel to Assist with the TIF. : 2026-1309: ZMA2026-01 - Langlet Properties - First Read of an Ordinance to Rezone three properties from Neighborhood Residential to General Commercial. 1. Staff Report.pdf 2. Application.pdf Re-Zoning Ordinance.pdf : 2026-1438: Draft Public Comment Letters to the Hagerstown/Eastern Panhandle Metropolitan Planning Organization (HEPMPO) on the WV 9 Bike Path Connectivity Plan, AGENDA City Council May 4, 2026 1 11. REFERRALS TO COMMITTEES/COMMISSIONS 12. APPROVAL OF BILLS 13. ADJOURNMENT 14. INFORMATION ONLY - NEXT MEETING, Monday, May 18, 2026, at 7:00PM 15. NOTICE: The P …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 76 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.
$13.0MAMERICAN PUBLIC TRAINING LLC
Department of the Interior · OIA - INSULAR ECONOMIC SELF-SUFFICIENCY
$11.9MAMERICAN PUBLIC TRAINING LLC
Department of the Interior · IGF::OT::IGF PACIFIC AND VIRGIN ISLANDS TRAINING INITIATIVES AND FSM&R
$6.6MTDX LLC
Department of Defense · SUPPORT A UNIQUE JOINT STAFF PLANNING NEED FOCUSED ON INTEGRATING AND
$4.3MFIS-DAS INTERPRETING SERVICES
Social Security Administration · THIS IS A NEW TASK ORDER FROM 9/30/2024 - 9/29/2025 FOR RAPID RESPONSE
$4.3MFIS-DAS INTERPRETING SERVICES
Social Security Administration · THIS IS A NEW TASK ORDER TO PROVIDE SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING SERVICE
$3.5MTI VERBATIM CONSULTING INC.
National Aeronautics and Space Administr · ADMINISTRATIVE AND TECHNICAL SERVICES THAT ENSURE ACHIEVEMENT OF NASA'
$3.5MFIS-DAS INTERPRETING SERVICES
Social Security Administration · THIS IS A NEW TASK ORDER FOR CONTRACT #28321322D00060019 FOR JANUARY 1
$3.1MFIS-DAS INTERPRETING SERVICES
General Services Administration · INTERPRETER SERVICES, HUD
$2.5MTDX LLC
Department of Defense · PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
$2.3MTI VERBATIM CONSULTING INC.
Department of Energy · TASK ORDER FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

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

🌐 County-level context (Jefferson 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.
Traffic fatalities2 (1 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments976 (13,457 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,246/mo (90 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.3% (low numeracy 26% · 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.

$20.3M
Annual budget
$5.1M
Debt outstanding
269
Permitted housing units

The money — in

source: Census gov-finance & state comptroller

Budget

Revenue$20.3M
Spending$21.6M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$5.1M
Debt-to-revenue0.25×
Debt-load index44 / 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
0.409
All kids
0.389
Black kids
0.320

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