{ "city": "Charles Town", "state": "West Virginia", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/gr-charlestownwv/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-07-23", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Planning Commission - Special Meeting", "headline": "Continuation of public hearing on Langlet Farm South Sketch Plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=862", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=862" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Personnel Committee", "headline": "Personnel Committee to discuss insurance, raises, and employee benefits", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2139", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2139" }, { "date": "2026-07-13", "body": "Historic Landmarks Commission", "headline": "Commission to hold public hearings on demolition and grant requests", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2140", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2140" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Infrastructure Committee", "headline": "Infrastructure Committee to review repaving plan and stormwater projects", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2136", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2136" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Building Commission", "headline": "Building Commission meeting will address routine procedural items", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2135", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2135" }, { "date": "2026-07-09", "body": "Board of Parks and Recreation", "headline": "Board reviews the Charles Town Parks and Recreation Maintenance Plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2137", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2137" }, { "date": "2026-07-08", "body": "Charles Town Tree Board", "headline": "Tree Board considers native species lists for planning and zoning ordinances", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2133", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2133" }, { "date": "2026-07-06", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Public hearing on Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=815", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&event_id=815" }, { "date": "2026-06-25", "body": "Ordinance Committee", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2130", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2130" }, { "date": "2026-06-23", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": "Planning Commission to review bond extensions and a street waiver request", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2129", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2129" }, { "date": "2026-06-16", "body": "Board of Zoning Appeals - Canceled", "headline": "Charles Town Board of Zoning Appeals meeting canceled", "summary": "The meeting scheduled for June 16, 2026, was canceled. The original agenda included variance requests for properties on Wall Street and Federal Way.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2128", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2128" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "City Council", "headline": "City Council to consider FY2027 Capital Budget and PODA ordinance amendment", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2126", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2126" }, { "date": "2026-06-15", "body": "City Council Workshop", "headline": "City Council to discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2125", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2125" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Personnel Committee", "headline": "Personnel Committee will review the Total Compensation Study update", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2122", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2122" }, { "date": "2026-06-11", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2123", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2123" }, { "date": "2026-06-09", "body": "Finance Committee", "headline": "Finance Committee to review FY26 budget revisions and employee benefit costs", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2121", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2121" }, { "date": "2026-06-08", "body": "Historic Landmarks Commission", "headline": "Commission to hear demolition and facade improvement requests", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2120", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2120" }, { "date": "2026-06-04", "body": "Charles Town Tree Board", "headline": "Tree Board considers native plant ordinances and urban forester hire", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2119", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2119" }, { "date": "2026-06-01", "body": "City Council", "headline": "Council to consider amendment to vacant building ordinance (Article 1759)", "summary": "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).", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2118", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2118" }, { "date": "2026-05-28", "body": "Ordinance Committee", "headline": "Ordinance Committee will consider updates to council, PODA, and tree articles", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2117", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2117" }, { "date": "2026-05-26", "body": "Planning Commission", "headline": null, "summary": null, "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2116", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2116" }, { "date": "2026-05-21", "body": "Board of Parks and Recreation - Special Meeting", "headline": "Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss pool operations", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2114", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2114" }, { "date": "2026-05-20", "body": "Board of Parks and Recreation", "headline": "Board of Parks and Recreation to discuss MOU with Friends of Happy Retreat", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2112", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2112" }, { "date": "2026-05-19", "body": "Personnel Committee", "headline": "Personnel Committee reviews compensation study update and manager evaluation plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2110", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2110" }, { "date": "2026-05-18", "body": "City Council Workshop", "headline": "City Council to discuss Capital Improvement Plan", "summary": "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.", "agenda_url": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2107", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://charlestownwv.granicus.com/AgendaViewer.php?view_id=1&clip_id=2107" } ] }