Weirton public meetings in 2024
32 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Weirton City Council will hold second readings of ordinances to establish new annual salaries for the mayor and council members. The council will also consider resolutions related to modifying terms of Weirton Medical Center notes in connection with its proposed affiliation with WVU Health System, as well as allocating $350,000 for park and playground upgrades. Other items include a storm line replacement contract, employee insurance agreements, and reappointments to city boards.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2235 setting new mayor salary and Ordinance 2236 setting new council salaries
- Resolution to modify terms of tax-exempt revenue notes for Weirton Medical Center related to affiliation with WVU Health System
- Resolution to allocate $350,000 for Marland Heights Park pavilion/restrooms, Brookline Street Playground upgrades, and other recreation facilities
- Resolution to authorize a $19,850 contract for storm line replacement and relocation on North 10th Street
- Resolutions to enter into health, vision, dental, and life insurance contracts for city employees
The Weirton City Council approved a resolution allocating $350,000 for the first phase of the Marland Heights Park upgrade (pavilion with ADA-compliant restrooms), Brookline Street Playground improvements, and other recreation facility repairs or grant matches. The resolution was amended to require council approval of all invoices and payments, and passed 5-1 with Councilman Marsh voting against. The council also approved second readings of ordinances setting new annual salaries for the mayor and council members, and authorized revisions to the 2024-2025 fiscal year general fund budget.
- Approved $350,000 recreation allocation (5-1, amended to require council approval of invoices)
- Approved Ordinance 2235 setting new mayor salary (6-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2236 setting new council member salaries (6-0)
- Approved 2024-2025 general fund budget revisions (6-0, roll call)
- Approved resolution modifying Weirton Medical Center revenue note terms (6-0)
- Approved retaining Steptoe & Johnson as special counsel (6-0)
- Approved $19,850 storm line contract on North 10th Street (6-0)
- Approved health, vision, dental, and life insurance agreements (6-0 each)
Zoning Appeals Board
The Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to review a variance request for a residential property. The board will determine if the applicants may encroach into the required rear yard setback.
- Variance request for a porch addition at 177 Kanawha Road to encroach 12 feet into the 30-foot rear yard setback
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on two resolutions: implementing Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts in the Half Moon and North End areas, and amending the city charter to reinstate a primary election. The council may also hold an executive session as permitted by West Virginia Code.
- Resolution to implement Tax Increment Financing districts in Half Moon and North End areas
- Resolution to amend City of Weirton Charter Article VIII to re-implement a primary election
- Possible executive session under West Virginia Code 6-9A-4
Zoning Appeals Board
The Weirton Zoning Board of Appeals is considering a request from Ed Grace for Conditional Use approval to expand an existing nonconforming use at 395 South 11th Street. The board will also handle procedural items including roll call, communications, citizen comments, and old business.
- Ed Grace seeks Conditional Use approval to expand a nonconforming use at 395 South 11th Street (Tax Map W43F, Parcel 37.39), as required by Article 8 (B)(1) of the UDO.
City Council
The Weirton City Council will consider a final reading of an ordinance to reduce the Police and Fire Service Fee to $50 per structure/unit, tabled from October 7. The agenda also includes resolutions to allocate $140,000 for Panhandle Rail Trail paving, $76,185 for traffic light upgrades, and $10,000 each for asbestos abatement and demolition at two properties. Additionally, ordinances to adjust mayor and council salaries are up for a vote.
- Second reading of ordinance to establish a residential disability parking space at 269 Wetzel Street
- Ordinance to reduce Police and Fire Service Fee to $50 per structure/unit (tabled from Oct. 7)
- Resolution to contribute $7,500 to Brooke-Hancock County Veterans Memorial Park
- Resolution to allocate up to $140,000 for 1.25 miles of Panhandle Rail Trail paving
- Resolution to authorize $76,185 for traffic light upgrades citywide
City Council
The Weirton City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 7, 2024, to discuss and vote on multiple items. Key decisions include a second reading of an ordinance to re-establish the ICC Board of Appeals, a resolution for a new state-owned intersection at County Route 2/Main Street and Pennsylvania Avenue, and an ordinance reducing the Police and Fire Service Fee to $50 per unit. Also up for consideration are employee retention pay adjustments ($1500 full-time, $750 part-time) and several appointments to city boards.
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 2233 re-establishing the ICC Board of Appeals
- Resolution to name the alley between Purdy Lane and Mildren Avenue as 'Recht Way'
- Ordinance to reduce the Police and Fire Service Fee to $50 per structure/unit
- Resolution for professional services contract for a new state-owned intersection at CR2/Main St, Pa Ave, and Form Energy property
- Resolution authorizing retention pay adjustments of $1500 full-time/$750 part-time for city employees
City Council
The Weirton City Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance No. 223 to repeal and replace the city's Unified Development Ordinance. Several resolutions for contracts and purchases are up for approval, including road de-icing salt, firefighting gear, and police equipment. A resolution to allocate $5,000 to the Weirton Area Museum and Cultural Center is also on the agenda.
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 223 to repeal and replace Article §1301.01 – Unified Development Ordinance
- Resolution for road de-icing salt contract at $77.69 per ton for FY 2024/2025
- Resolution to purchase eight sets of protective firefighting coats and pants ($36,723)
- Resolution to purchase five self-contained breathing apparatuses for fire department ($39,123.88)
- Resolution to authorize purchase of one live scan system for police department ($28,995)
City Council
A public hearing at 6:45 PM will address the proposed Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) update. The regular meeting at 7 PM includes second readings of ordinances on union employee salaries and a residential disability parking space, as well as resolutions for $75,000 in artificial Christmas trees, $75,670 for traffic signal upgrades, and an excess levy for parks on the November ballot.
- Second reading of Ordinance 2230 establishing new salaries for Weirton Municipal Employees' Union members
- Second reading of Ordinance 2231 creating a residential disability parking space at 4021 Washington Street
- Resolution allocating $75,000 for artificial Christmas trees and Christmas on Main Street
- Resolution authorizing $75,670 EECBG grant application for traffic signal retrofitting
- Resolution to place an excess levy for Weirton Board of Parks and Recreation on the 2024 ballot
Zoning Appeals Board
The Weirton Zoning Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing and decide on two variance requests from Steve Himmelrick for a detached garage at 100 Westview Place. One request seeks to place the garage in the side yard instead of the required rear yard, and the other asks for a 4-foot height variance above the 15-foot maximum. The board will also elect 2024 officers.
- Variance to place detached garage in side yard at 100 Westview Place (Tax Map W2K, Parcel 147), per UDO Article 10, Table 2
- Variance for 4-foot height increase for detached garage (max 15 ft) at same address
- Election of 2024 Zoning Board of Appeals officers
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding its regular meeting on July 8, 2024, with 13 new business items. Key actions include authorizing contracts for police equipment and software, accepting a $401,682 CDBG grant, amending the municipal employees' union salary ordinance, and approving various contributions and budget revisions. The agenda also includes a proclamation for a veteran and a public comment period.
- Resolution to renew Coban Technologies in-car and body camera software licensing for police ($8,060)
- Resolution for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) ($401,682)
- Ordinance modifying salaries and work provisions for Weirton Municipal Employees' Union members
- Resolution to contribute $25,000 to Weirton Salvation Army
- Resolution to place liens on property at 345 ½ Orr Street for demolition and asbestos testing ($8,812)
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance modifying Ordinance #1313. This includes establishing new minimum and maximum salary levels for specific non-union municipal employees. The ordinance also addresses adding or eliminating certain positions within the Weirton Transit Department.
- Ordinance to modify salary levels for specific non-union municipal employees
- Addition or elimination of certain positions in the Weirton Transit Department
City Council
The Weirton City Council will consider several resolutions regarding equipment purchases, infrastructure repairs, and budget revisions. This includes a new street sweeper, asbestos abatement at 230 Avenue G, and funding for the Weirton Area Water Board. The council will also review a report on zoning and the Draft Unified Development Ordinance.
- Purchase of an Elgin Whirlwind street sweeper for $375,640.00
- Asbestos abatement and demolition at 230 Avenue G for $11,300.00
- A $200,000 contribution to the Weirton Area Water Board
- Roof repairs and a new generator for the Fire Department County Road Station
- Acceptance of the zoning study and Draft Unified Development Ordinance
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding an informational workshop to discuss Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding requests for fiscal year 2024-2025. The meeting is open to the public and may include an executive session if a majority vote approves it, per West Virginia Code. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the sole substantive item is the CDBG discussion.
- Discussion of FY 2024-2025 CDBG funding requests
- Possible executive session per WV Code 6-9A-4
City Council
The Weirton City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $1.2 million city-wide paving contract, a $72,170 road treatment, and allocating remaining ARPA funds to Marland Heights Park. They will also vote on salary changes, a traffic line extension, and various appointments.
- Resolution to allocate ~$260,000 ARPA funds to Marland Heights Park Phase I
- Contract with Kelly Paving for city-wide milling and paving ($1,214,424.84)
- High-friction surface treatment on Marland Heights Road ($72,170)
- Ordinance to adjust non-union employee salary levels
- Demolition lien on 3221 Orchard Street ($16,550)
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding an informational workshop to discuss two items: business license rates and planner review charges. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is open to the public and may include an executive session if a majority votes for one.
- Discussion of business license rates
- Discussion of planner review charges
- Possible executive session per West Virginia Code 6-9A-4
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding an informational workshop to discuss the Chief Code Official's position, including its job description and salary. The meeting is open to the public and may include an executive session if a majority votes for it, per state code. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Discussion of Chief Code Official's position, job description, and salary
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a public hearing and special meeting to adopt the official 2024-2025 levy rates. The only substantive item is a resolution adopting these rates, which determine local property tax levies. The rest of the agenda is procedural.
- Public hearing to adopt official 2024-2025 levy rates
- Resolution adopting City of Weirton Official Levy Rates 2024-2025
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding its regular meeting on April 8, 2024, with several items on the agenda. Key decisions include allocating remaining ARPA funds for a park project, approving a pool renovation allocation, and addressing salary ordinance changes. The meeting also includes proclamations, minutes reading, and new business items.
- Resolution to allocate ~$260,000 ARPA funds for Phase I of Marland Heights Park capital improvement
- Ordinance modifying salary levels for non-union municipal employees
- Resolution to purchase Caterpillar 3035DCT bucket-ditch-hydraulic tilt for Street Department ($3,864)
- Resolution to place lien on property at 3611 West Street for demolition costs ($1,700)
- Resolution to allocate $70,075 for Starvaggi Memorial Pool renovations
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution approving the 2024-2025 fiscal year General Fund and Coal Severance Fund budgets. The meeting includes prayer, pledge, roll call, and a possible executive session, with the budget vote as the only new business item.
- Resolution to approve 2024-2025 General Fund and Coal Severance Fund budgets
- Possible executive session per West Virginia Code 6-9A-4
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget and a proposed amendment to Salary Ordinance No. 1313. The meeting is open to the public, and an executive session may be held if a majority vote agrees, per West Virginia Code 6-9A-4. No final votes are scheduled; this is a discussion session.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
- Proposed amendment to Salary Ordinance No. 1313
- Possible executive session per WV Code 6-9A-4
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget. The meeting is open to the public and is the sole agenda item.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding its regular meeting on March 11, 2024, with several second readings of ordinances and new resolutions. Key items include allocating remaining ARPA funds for Marland Heights Park, establishing an opioid settlement account, purchasing two new street department trucks, and setting new salary levels for firefighters and non-union employees. The council will also consider contracts for website services, ADA curb ramps, and a fireworks display.
- Resolution to allocate ~$260,000 in remaining ARPA funds for Marland Heights Park Phase I (tabled Feb 12)
- Ordinance 2223: No parking on east side of Pike Street from Cove Road to the Alley (second reading)
- Ordinance 2225: New salaries for firefighters, authorizing City Manager to sign contract
- Resolution: Purchase 2024 Ford F550 truck ($122,568) and 2025 Ford F750 truck ($167,516) for Street Department
- Resolution: Contract with CivicPlus for website and ADA compliance services ($15,273.19)
Water Board
The Weirton Area Water Board will review bid tabulations for the Water Treatment Plant. The board will decide whether to award a bid or reject all bids.
- Review of Water Treatment Plant bid tabulations
- Decision to award or reject Water Treatment Plant bids
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget. The meeting is open to the public and is scheduled for February 28, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. No other items are listed on the agenda.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2024-2025 General Fund Budget
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding an informational workshop to discuss the upcoming budget, funding for Phase I of the Marland Heights Park Capital Improvement Project, and financial write-off procedures. No formal votes are scheduled; the meeting is open to the public.
- Pre-budget workshop discussion regarding the February 15, 2024 announcement
- Discussion of funding for Phase I of the Capital Improvement Project at Marland Heights Park
- Discuss financial write-off procedures
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to elect a Chairman and Vice Chair for 2024. The body will also hold a discussion regarding a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) update.
- Election of 2024 officers: Chairman and Vice Chair
- Discussion on UDO update
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding its regular meeting on February 12, 2024, to consider a range of items including ordinances, resolutions, and contracts. Key actions include authorizing sewer revenue bonds, approving a $544,486 insurance contract, setting new firefighter salaries, and allocating ARPA funds for park improvements and fire station renovations. The agenda also includes several property demolition and lien resolutions, as well as routine items like minutes and proclamations.
- Sewer Revenue Bonds Series 2024 A and B (WV SRF Program) issuance
- Property and liability insurance contract with Assure America/USI/Travelers for $544,486
- New salaries for Weirton Firefighters' Association Local #948
- ARPA funds: $150,000 for County Road Fire Station renovation, ~$260,000 for Marland Heights Park Phase I
- Demolition and asbestos abatement contracts: 3221 Orchard Street ($16,400), 345 ½ Orr Street ($4,200 + $4,000), liens on 3622 Grant Street ($13,345) and 113 Wetzel Street ($8,843)
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding an informational workshop to plan for 2024. The agenda includes only this planning item, plus routine opening and closing procedures. No specific proposals or decisions are listed.
- Planning for 2024
City Officials and Weirton African-American Community Pastors & Leaders
City officials and community leaders are meeting to discuss the renaming of Vermont Street and Avenue B. The agenda also includes discussions on fire fighting protocols and city property lawn maintenance procedures.
- Proposed renaming of Vermont Street to MLK Boulevard/Way/Street
- Proposed renaming of Avenue B to commemorate Ronald “Fritz” Williams
- Discussion of fire fighting protocols
- Discussion of procedures for lawn maintenance of city property
City Council
The Weirton City Council will hold a public hearing and regular meeting to consider final approval of two ordinances authorizing up to $24 million in sewer revenue bonds and $18 million in water revenue bonds for system improvements. The council will also take up second readings of ordinances on public nuisances, prohibited animals, and dangerous dogs, plus several resolutions including a demolition contract, a fire department truck purchase, and budget revisions.
- Ordinance 2216: $24M sewer revenue bonds (Series 2024 A) and $2M forgivable bonds (Series 2024 B) for sewer system improvements
- Ordinance 2217: $18M water revenue bonds (Series 2024 A) for water system improvements
- Ordinance 2220: Codify Article 511 'Public Nuisances'
- Resolution: Demolition of vacant garage at 26 ½ Carothers Addition (West Street) for $1,700
- Resolution: Purchase of 2023 Ford F-450 Chassis Cab for Fire Department for $59,260
City Council
The Weirton City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single resolution supporting an 'Open Letter to the West Virginia Division of Highways and the Citizens of West Virginia.' The agenda includes only this item, along with routine procedural matters and a possible executive session.
- Resolution supporting an 'Open Letter to the West Virginia Division of Highways and the Citizens of West Virginia'
City Council
The City Council is holding an informational workshop to discuss various administrative topics. The session includes reviews of ARPA and COVID funding allotments and the timeline for WTC assimilation.
- ARPA and COVID funding allotments (spent and pending)
- WTC current funding and full assimilation timeline
- Council communications