Ranson corporation, WV

City Council Special Meeting

The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss authorization for legal counsel. The discussion concerns the matter of former City Manager Todd Wilt vs City of Ranson and may occur in executive session.

• Authorization to receive legal counsel regarding Todd Wilt vs City of Ranson

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider applications for several development projects. Key items include a final plat, bond, and development agreement for Huntwell West Phase 3B, as well as a hospital expansion and a new church site plan.

• Final plat, bond, and development agreement for Huntwell West Phase 3B off Huntwell West Blvd
• Development agreement for an 80,000sq.ft. expansion to the hospital at 300 S. Preston Street
• Site plan for Riverside Church and ancillary parking area
• Proposed changes to Chapter V Article VIII Flood Plain Ordinance
• HEPMPO Regional Intersection Safety study to identify dangerous intersections

Ranson Parks and Recreation

The board will discuss the first revision of the FY2027 budget and the replacement of a 25-ton air-conditioning unit at the Ranson Civic Center. Other agenda items include alcohol use policies and facility permitting.

• Resolution 2026-02: FY2027 First revision of the Ranson Parks & Recreation Budget
• Ranson Civic Center 25-Ton Air-Conditioning Unit Replacement
• Implementation of Resolution 2026-01 regarding alcohol use at approved facilities and events
• Toys for Tots use of the Jimmy Pierson Sports Complex at Marcus Field
• Hunter Muse Park permitting process

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several board appointments and a first reading of a floodplain ordinance. Members will also discuss the establishment of a Youth Advisory Committee and new public comment procedures.

• First reading of Ordinance Article VIII regarding the Flood Plain
• Correspondence to the Governor’s Office regarding Data Center Good Neighbor Guardrails
• Appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Board of Building Commissioners, and Building Code Appeals Board
• Proposed ordinance to establish the Ranson Youth Advisory Committee (RYAC)
• Temporary use of Marcus Field for Toys for Tots storage

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will review a first reading of the Flood Plain Ordinance and discuss correspondence regarding data center good neighbor guardrails for the Governor's Office. The body will also consider several board appointments and proposed ordinances regarding public comment and a youth advisory committee.

• First reading of Ordinance Article VIII: Flood Plain Ordinance
• Correspondence regarding Data Center Good Neighbor Guardrails to the Governor’s Office
• Appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, Board of Building Commissioners, and Building Code Appeals Board
• Proposed ordinance to establish the Ranson Youth Advisory Committee (RYAC)
• Proposed amendment to codify public comment procedures for city meetings

Ranson Parks and Recreation

The board will review a proposed revision to the FY2026 budget and the replacement of a 25-ton air-conditioning unit at the Ranson Civic Center. Members will also discuss facility use and permitting processes.

• Ranson Civic Center 25-ton air-conditioning unit replacement
• Resolution 2027-01 regarding the first revision of the FY2026 budget
• Implementation of Resolution 2026-01 on alcohol use at approved facilities and events
• Toys for Tots use of the Jimmy Pierson Sports Complex at Marcus Field
• Hunter Muse Park permitting process

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss a resolution opposing several transmission line projects and hold a public hearing on vacating specific right-of-ways. The body will also consider changes to police civil service rules and the process for hiring a City Manager.

• Resolution 2026-28 opposing Valley Link, North, Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek, and Mid Atlantic Resiliency Link (MARL) Transmission Line Projects
• Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 2026-04 to vacate portions of Fourth Avenue and Third Avenue Alley right-of-ways
• Resolution 2026-26 to amend Ranson Police Department civil service rules and regulations
• Authorization for a October 14, 2026 meeting with Jefferson County Commission regarding residential growth
• Defining the hiring process for the City Manager

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review eligible candidates. The agenda includes a potential executive session for candidate background reviews.

• Review of eligible candidates
• Candidate background review (possible executive session)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a proposed 80,000 sq ft expansion of the hospital at 300 S. Preston Street. The body will also consider requests to reduce guaranteed surety bonds for two sections of the Parkland Commons subdivision.

• Proposed 80,000 sq ft expansion to the hospital at 300 S. Preston Street
• Bond reduction request for Parkland Commons Section 1 (26-18-BRR)
• Bond reduction request for Parkland Commons Section 2 (26-19-BRR)
• Associated bond for the 300 S. Preston Street hospital expansion
• Information item: Land Development Plan and Plat for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing

Planning Commission

The Ranson Planning Commission meets October 5, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber at 312 S. Mildred Street. The commission will hold public hearings and consider applications for two bond reductions for Sections 1 and 2 of the Parkland Commons subdivision off N. Mildred Street, and for a proposed 80,000 sq ft expansion of the existing hospital at 300 S. Preston Street along with an associated bond. Items listed under "Information Only" include a Land Development Plan and Plat for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing and a Huntwell West 3A Development Agreement.

• Public hearing and application 26-18-BRR: bond reduction for Section 1 of Parkland Commons, off N. Mildred Street, submitted by Site Planning Design and Survey LLC for New Vission Development, LLC
• Public hearing and application 26-19-BRR: bond reduction for Section 2 of Parkland Commons, submitted by Site Planning Design and Survey LLC
• Public hearing and application 26-21-SP: proposed 80,000 sq ft expansion of the existing hospital at 300 S. Preston Street, submitted by Fox and Associates, Inc. for West Virginia University Hospital - East, Inc.
• Public hearing and application 26-21-SP: associated bond for the 80,000 sq ft hospital expansion at 300 S. Preston Street
• Information only: Land Development Plan and Plat for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing (Revision), a 36.44-acre parcel accessible from Fairfax Boulevard, North and South, Parcel ID 19-08-0008-0001-0002; and Huntwell West 3A Development Agreement

City Council Regular Meeting

Ranson City Council meets October 6, 2026 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber at 312 South Mildred St. The main business item is a resolution opposing the Valley Link North, Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek, and Mid Atlantic Resiliency Link (MARL) transmission line projects. Council will also hold a public hearing and second reading on an ordinance vacating portions of the Fourth Avenue and Third Avenue Alley rights of way, consider amending Civil Service rules for the Ranson Police Department, and consider authorizing a special meeting with the Jefferson County Commission on residential growth.

• Resolution 2026-27 opposing the Valley Link North, Gore-Doubs-Goose Creek, and MARL transmission line projects
• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2026-04 vacating portions of the Fourth Avenue Right of Way and Third Avenue Alley Right of Way
• Resolution 2026-26 amending Civil Service rules and regulations for the Ranson Police Department
• Consideration of a special meeting on October 14, 2026 at 6:00 PM with the Jefferson County Commission regarding residential growth
• Approval of minutes from September 15, 22, 25, and 28, 2026 meetings; Police Chief status report

Civil Service Commission

The Ranson Civil Service Commission meets October 6, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 312 S. Mildred Street. The agenda includes approval of minutes from August 29, 2026, a police chief report, and new business covering review of eligible candidates and candidate background review, which may go into executive session. No ordinances, contracts, or dollar amounts appear on the agenda.

• Review of eligible candidates
• Candidate background review, with possible executive session
• Police chief report
• Approval of minutes from August 29, 2026 meeting

City Council Special Meeting

Ranson City Council holds a special meeting on September 30, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber. The agenda lists four items of council business: a proposal to enter a legal services agreement with Bowles Rice, discussion of interim city management, authorization of a severance agreement for a former city manager, and defining the process for hiring a city manager. Two items note a possible executive session. The agenda does not state any decisions already made.

• Proposal to enter a legal services agreement with Bowles Rice
• Discussion of interim city management, with possible executive session
• Authorization to execute a severance agreement for the former city manager, with possible executive session
• Defining the process for hiring a city manager

City Council Special Meeting

Ranson City Council is holding a special meeting on September 30, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber. The agenda lists four council business items: an agreement for legal representation, authorization of a severance agreement for the former city manager, defining the process for hiring a city manager, and discussion of interim city management with related action. The agenda does not include the text of any proposed agreement or the dollar amount of the severance.

• Consideration of an agreement for legal representation
• Authorization to execute a severance agreement for the former city manager
• Defining the process for hiring a city manager
• Discussion of interim city management with related action

City Council Special Meeting

Ranson City Council is holding a special meeting on September 25, 2026 at 6:00 P.M. in the Council Chamber. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of the Interim City Manager Management, with related action possible. The agenda also includes a pledge of allegiance/moment of silence, call to order, and adjournment.

• Discussion of the Interim City Manager Management with related action thereto
• Linked documents: 2026-27 Resolution Interim City manager.docx and Work Order Interim City Manager.pdf

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Ranson City Council. The only substantive item is a discussion of interim city management, with possible related action. The rest of the agenda is procedural (pledge, call to order, adjournment).

• Discussion of interim city management with possible action

City Council Special Meeting

The Ranson City Council is holding a special meeting to consider the City Manager's Performance and Employment Agreement, with possible action and a possible executive session. This is the sole substantive item on the agenda.

• Consideration of the City Manager's Performance and Employment Agreement, with possible action and possible executive session

City Council Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Ranson City Council with a single substantive item: consideration of the City Manager's performance and employment agreement, with possible action, including a possible executive session. The agenda contains no other business items.

• Consideration of City Manager's Performance and Employment Agreement, with possible action and possible executive session

Ranson Parks and Recreation

The Ranson Parks and Recreation board is holding its regular meeting to discuss community input for Hunter Muse Park, an update on Flowing Springs Park including proposed access points, and several administrative items. The board will also consider changing the monthly meeting day, plan the Pizza With Santa event, discuss a Senior Center donation from car show proceeds, and review parks contracts.

• Community input for Hunter Muse Park
• Flowing Springs Park update and proposed access points at CTUB pumping station and Presidents Pointe parking area
• Discussion of permanently changing the day of monthly meetings
• Senior Center Donation – Ranson Car Show Proceeds
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Contracts

City Council Regular Meeting

The Ranson City Council will consider several FY2027 budget revisions, a land purchase agreement for Parkland Commons, and a request to amend public comment procedures. The agenda also includes routine reports from city departments and a proclamation for Constitution Week.

• Resolution 2026-24: FY2027 Coal Severance Fund Budget Revision #2
• Resolution 2026-25: FY2027 General Fund Budget Revision #2
• Resolution 2026-26: FY2027 Capital Fund Budget Revision #1
• New Vision Development, LLC Purchase and Conditional Sales Agreement (Parkland Commons)
• Request to Amend Sec. 2-28 – Public Comment and Hearing Procedures

Ranson Parks and Recreation

The Ranson Parks and Recreation board is holding its regular meeting to discuss community input for Hunter Muse Park and an update on Flowing Springs Park, including proposed access points. The board will also consider permanently changing its monthly meeting day, plan the Pizza With Santa event, discuss a Senior Center donation from the Ranson Car Show, and review parks and recreation contracts.

• Community input for Hunter Muse Park
• Flowing Springs Park update and proposed access points at CTUB pumping station and Presidents Pointe parking area
• Discussion of permanently changing the day of monthly meetings
• Senior Center Donation – Ranson Car Show Proceeds
• Discussion of Parks and Recreation Contracts

City Council Regular Meeting

The Ranson City Council is holding its regular meeting to consider several budget revisions, a partnership for a holiday toy drive, a potential land sale, and changes to public comment procedures. The agenda also includes routine status reports from city departments and a proclamation for Constitution Week.

• Resolution 2026-24: FY2027 Coal Severance Fund Budget Revision #2
• Resolution 2026-25: FY2027 General Fund Budget Revision #2
• Resolution 2026-26: FY2027 Capital Fund Budget Revision #1
• Request to partner with Kingdom Life Community Development Corporation on Holiday Hope Toy Drive
• New Vision Development, LLC Purchase and Conditional Sales Agreement (Parkland Commons)

City Council Regular Meeting

The Ranson City Council is meeting to consider several items, including a resolution to establish a Youth Advisory Committee, a discussion on requesting additional crosswalks and pedestrian safety improvements on Mildred Street from the West Virginia Department of Highways, and a proposal to draft an ordinance amendment creating a Personnel Committee. The council will also discuss clarifying the term of a Planning Commission seat and receive legal updates on two lawsuits, which may lead to executive sessions. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and announcements.

• Resolution 2026-23 establishing the Ranson Youth Advisory Committee (RYAC)
• Discussion of formal request to WVDOH for additional crosswalks and pedestrian safety improvements on Mildred Street
• Consideration of drafting an amendment to Chapter 15 of the Ranson Codified Code to establish a Personnel Committee
• Discussion to clarify and formally establish the term of the Planning Commission Administrative Department Seat
• Legal updates on Huntwell WV, LLC v. City of Ranson and Fairfax Crossing Real Estate v. City of Ranson (possible executive session)

City Council Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider establishing a Youth Advisory Committee and drafting an amendment to create a Personnel Committee. The meeting also includes discussions regarding pedestrian safety on Mildred Street and legal updates regarding pending litigation.

• Resolution 23: Establishing the Ranson Youth Advisory Committee (RYAC)
• Discussion of request to WVDOH for Mildred Street crosswalks and safety improvements
• Proposed amendment to Chapter 15 of the Ranson Codified Code to establish a Personnel Committee
• Legal updates regarding Huntwell WV, LLC v. City of Ranson et.al.
• Legal updates regarding Fairfax Crossing Real Estate v. City of Ranson et. al.

Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The Ranson Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider votes on bonds and development agreements for two major projects: Huntwell West Phase 3A and Parkland Commons Section 3 (the Foundry). The meeting will also address a motion to rescind prior action on a land development plan revision for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing.

• Public hearing and vote on a bond for Huntwell West Phase 3A (Huntwell WV LLC)
• Public hearing and vote on a development agreement for Huntwell West Phase 3A
• Public hearing and vote on a bond for Parkland Commons Section 3 (the Foundry, New Vision Development LLC)
• Public hearing and vote on a development agreement for Parkland Commons Section 3
• Consideration of rescinding prior action on Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing land development plan revision (36.44-acre parcel, Parcel ID 19-08-0008-0001-0002)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider applications for bonds and development agreements regarding Huntwell West Phase 3A and Parkland Commons Section 3. The meeting also includes discussions regarding land development plans for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing and legal updates.

• Public hearing and bond consideration for Huntwell West Phase 3A (Huntwell WV LLC)
• Public hearing and development agreement consideration for Huntwell West Phase 3A (Morris and Ritchie)
• Public hearing and bond consideration for Parkland Commons Section 3, known as the Foundry (New Vision Development, LLC)
• Public hearing and development agreement consideration for Parkland Commons Section 3 (New Vision Development, LLC)
• Land Development Plan and Plat consideration for the 36.44-acre Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing

Civil Service Commission

The Ranson Civil Service Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss current eligible candidates and consider creating a fourth sergeant position. The agenda is otherwise routine, including call to order, approval of minutes, and adjournment.

• Discussion of current eligible candidates
• Consideration of Fourth Sergeant position

Ranson Parks and Recreation

The Ranson Parks and Recreation board will hold a regular meeting to review the July financial report, discuss summer camp and turf field updates, and consider staffing. They will also discuss community events for September and October, electronic recreation pricing for the Civic Center, and the budget and design for Hunter Muse Park.

• Financial report for July
• Updates on Ranson Summer Camp
• Turf field updates at Marcus Field
• Discussion of Hunter Muse Park budget and design
• Electronic recreational opportunities and pricing for Ranson Civic Center

Ranson Parks and Recreation

The Ranson Parks and Recreation board is holding a regular meeting to review the July financial report, discuss summer camp and turf field updates, and consider staffing. They will also address old business on community events and electronic recreation pricing, and new business on the Hunter Muse Park budget and design.

• Discussion of Hunter Muse Park budget
• Discussion of Hunter Muse Park design (revised concept plans)
• Electronic recreational opportunities and pricing for Ranson Civic Center
• 2026 Ranson Community Events for September and October
• Updates on turf field at Marcus Field