Ranson corporation, West Virginia
Recent meetings
Planning Commission
The Ranson Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider multiple items related to the Huntwell West Phase 3A and Parkland Commons (The Foundry) subdivisions. Actions include approval of final plats, bonds, development agreements, and a bond reduction of $506,536.55 for Parkland Commons Section 2. A legal update on the Fairfax Crossing Real Estate LLC lawsuit against the city is also scheduled, possibly in executive session.
- Public hearing and consideration of final plat for Huntwell West Phase 3A
- Public hearing and consideration of bond for Huntwell West Phase 3A
- Bond reduction request of $506,536.55 for Parkland Commons Section 2
- Public hearing and consideration of final plat, bond, and development agreement for Parkland Commons Section 3
- Legal update on Fairfax Crossing Real Estate, LLC v. City of Ranson (possible executive session)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will consider several appointments, including a Mayor Pro Tem and members for the Building Code Appeals Board and Zoning Appeals Board. Council members will discuss a planned park near Marcus Field. Legal updates related to recent lawsuits may be addressed in an executive session. No votes or decisions are recorded in the agenda.
- Mayor Pro Tem appointment
- Discussion of park planned near Marcus Field
- Appointments to Planning Commission, Parks & Recreation, and other boards
- Consideration of two appointments to the Board of Building Code Appeals
- Consideration of two appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals
Ranson Parks and Recreation
The Ranson Parks and Recreation board will hold a regular meeting on June 18, 2026. They will discuss a donation request for a car show at Charles Town Moose Lodge #948 and review old business regarding Hunter Muse Park for Briar Run. The board will also approve minutes from May and receive a director's report on May finances.
- Donation request for the 2026 car show at Charles Town Moose Lodge #948
- Hunter Muse Park for Briar Run (old business)
- Director's report on May 2026 finances
- Approval of Parks and Recreation minutes from May 21, 2026
- Information only: America's 250th Anniversary Flyer Choice
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone two parcels (08000800290000 and 08000800280000) totaling 7.434 acres off Jefferson Terrace Rd from Urban Commercial (Retired) to Highway Commercial, followed by a vote on the ordinance. The council will also receive the FY2025 City of Ranson Final Audit Report, hear a request from Ranson Elementary for books, and review departmental status reports.
- Public hearing for Ordinance 2026-03 rezoning 7.434 acres off Jefferson Terrace Rd
- Consideration and possible adoption of Ordinance 2026-03 (rezoning)
- FY2025 City of Ranson Final Audit Report
- Request from Ranson Elementary Fifth Grade Class for books
- Status reports from Police, Public Works, Finance, Parks & Recreation, and Community Development
City Council Special Meeting
The Ranson City Council will hold a special meeting to certify the results of the 2026 municipal election, as the sole item of business. No other proposals or discussions are listed on the agenda.
- Certifying the Ranson 2026 Municipal Election
City Council Special Meeting
The City Council is meeting as the Board of Canvassers to certify the results of the 2026 Ranson Municipal Election. This is a procedural step following the election. No other business is scheduled.
- Canvas of 2026 Ranson Municipal Election
Ranson Parks and Recreation
The Ranson Parks and Recreation board will consider a resolution authorizing the permitted use and consumption of alcohol at the Ranson Civic Center and at city-sponsored events. They will also receive financial reports for March and April 2026, discuss an end-of-school snow cone event for kindergarteners and fifth graders, and review plans for the 2026 Car Show and Festival. Additionally, the board will review the facility schedule for June through mid-August and discuss possible changes to future meeting dates.
- Resolution 2026-01: Authorizing alcohol use at Ranson Civic Center and city-sponsored events
- Parks and Recreation financials for March and April 2026
- KONA ICE snow cone service for Ranson Elementary kindergarteners and fifth graders
- 2026 Ranson Car Show and Festival
- Facility schedule for June through mid-August 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include a public hearing and ordinance on solid waste collection, a resolution opposing federal truck size increases, and a first reading to rezone parcels off Jefferson Terrace Rd. The council will also consider authorizing city assistance for a community shelter and premium pay for car show workers.
- Resolution 2026-10 opposing federal legislation to increase truck size or weight limits on interstates
- Resolution 2026-16 for annexation implementation of Briar Run Estates, Phases 1, 2, & 3
- Public hearing and consideration of Ordinance 2026-02 amending solid waste collection and disposal regulations
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone two parcels (7.434 acres) off Jefferson Terrace Rd from Urban Commercial to Highway Commercial
- Resolution 2026-14 authorizing city assistance for completion of Jefferson County Community Ministries Shelter
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several items: a final plat and development agreement for Madison Greens Phase 1B (53 lots), release of a $2,022,107.58 surety bond for Presidents Pointe early grading, a revised land development plan for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing (36.44 acres), and a rezoning petition for two parcels off Jefferson Terrace Rd. They will also discuss a request to adjust the stop sign at Fairfax Blvd and 17th-19th Ave.
- Public hearing and consideration for final plat of Madison Greens Phase 1B (53 lots, lots 71-92, 216-231, 278-292) off N Fairfax Blvd
- Public hearing and consideration for release of surety bond ($2,022,107.58) for Presidents Pointe Phase 6&7 early grading off Presidents Pointe Avenue
- Public hearing and consideration for revised Land Development Plan for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing (36.44 acres, Parcel ID 19-08-0008-0001-0002)
- Public hearing and consideration for rezoning parcels 08000800290000 and 08000800280000 (7.434 acres) off Jefferson Terrace Rd from Urban Commercial to Highway Commercial
- Request for stop sign adjustment at Fairfax Blvd and 17th-19th Avenue
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will consider several resolutions, including FY 2026 General Fund and Capital Fund budget revisions. They will also vote on a resolution opposing federal truck size/weight increases and discuss post-annexation items for Briar Run Estates. Other business includes a licensing request for a nail salon and a mini grant change request.
- Resolution 2026-12: FY 2026 General Fund Budget Revision #4
- Resolution 2026-13: FY 2026 Capital Fund Budget Revision #2
- Resolution 2026-10: Opposing federal legislation to increase truck size/weight limits on interstates
- Consideration of post-annexation implementation for Briar Run Estates, Phases 1, 2, & 3
- WVABCA licensing request for Natalie Nails & Spa (Tu Duong)
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will consider three key items: adopting the FY2027 property tax levy rate (Resolution 2026-11), authorizing donation of surplus police vehicles to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office reserve program (Resolution 2026-09), and amending the code on solid waste collection and disposal (Ordinance 2026-02). The council will also receive departmental status reports and a citizen complaint report.
- Resolution 2026-11: Adoption of FY2027 levy rate for the City of Ranson
- Resolution 2026-09: Donation of surplus police vehicles to Jefferson County Sheriff's Office reserve program
- Ordinance 2026-02: Amendment to solid waste collection and disposal code (Chapter 13, Article III)
- Status reports from Police, Community Development, Public Works, Finance, Parks and Recreation, and City Manager
- Citizen complaint report
City Council Regular Meeting
The City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 7, 2026. They will consider a resolution to donate a surplus police vehicle to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office, post-annexation implementation items for Briar Run Estates (Phases 1-3), a supplemental agreement with the West Virginia Department of Highways for the Fifth Avenue Streetscape Project, disposition of property acquisition for a park, and options for alcohol service at city events. Citizen presentations include the Jefferson County Sheriff Reserve and American Water.
- Resolution 2026-08 authorizing donation of surplus police vehicle to Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office
- Consideration of post-annexation implementation items for Briar Run Estates, Phases 1, 2, & 3
- Consideration of supplemental agreement with WVDOH for Fifth Avenue Streetscape Project
- Consideration of disposition of real property acquisition efforts for 1.05 Ac – Rt. 9 Wysong SWM & Park (Robelei Subdivision Common Area)
- Alcohol service options at city-sponsored and city-supported events
Planning Commission
The Ranson Planning Commission meets on April 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM in the Council Chamber. The agenda includes approval of the March 2, 2026 minutes, followed by discussions on a future land‑use map and on possible new zoning districts, including lot size, density, and permitted uses. No decisions are indicated in the agenda.
- Approval of minutes from the March 2, 2026 meeting
- Discussion of the future land‑use map
- Discussion of possible new zoning districts with lot size, density, and permitted uses
Ranson Parks and Recreation
The Ranson Parks and Recreation board will meet on March 19, 2026, to consider several new business items. The main action is the approval of the 2027 budget for the department. The board will also consider a donation to the Jefferson County Junior ROTC and discuss ideas for the next phases of Briar Run Park.
- Approval of Ranson Parks and Recreation 2027 Budget
- Consideration of donation to Jefferson County Junior ROTC
- Discussion of ideas for Briar Run Park Phase 5 and Phase 6
- Update on upcoming events
- Financial report for February 2026
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will vote on resolutions adopting the General Fund, Coal Severance Fund, and Capital Fund budgets for fiscal year 2026-2027. The council will also consider providing feedback to the West Virginia Division of Highways on potential improvements to the Old Leetown Pike and Route 115 intersection, and discuss authorizing a tourism and hospitality internship program. Departmental status reports from police, community development, public works, finance, and parks and recreation are included.
- Resolution 2026-05: Adopt General Fund Levy Estimate Budget for FY2026-2027
- Resolution 2026-06: Adopt Coal Severance Fund Budget for FY2026-2027
- Resolution 2026-07: Adopt Ranson Capital Fund Budget for FY2026-2027
- Feedback request to West Virginia Division of Highways on improvements to Old Leetown Pike and Route 115 (Mildred Street) intersection
- Consideration of authorization to establish a Tourism and Hospitality Internship Program
Building Commission
The Ranson Building Commission will meet to elect officers and consider signing a deed for Marcus Field related to a turf grant approval. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and old business.
- Election of officers for the Building Commission.
- Consideration of signing the deed for Marcus Field – Turf Grant Approval.
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will review the draft FY2027 budget and hold a public hearing on the second reading of an ordinance to rezone 125 acres from Rural Reserve to R-6. The council will also consider a resolution authorizing funding for the Fifth Avenue Streetscape Project and an agreement for Briar Run Park.
- Public hearing and second reading of ordinance to rezone 125 acres off Cranes Lane from Rural Reserve to R-6
- Fiscal Year 2027 Draft Budget Review – General Operating Fund & Coal Severance Fund
- Resolution authorizing agreement for Fifth Avenue Streetscape Project funding
- Consideration of agreement for Briar Run Park
- Citizen presentations and police status report
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider reductions of guaranteed surety bonds for two subdivisions: Presidents Pointe Phase 5 ($4.83M reduction from $6.95M bond) and Riverpointe (Ranson Heights) Phase 4 ($1.21M reduction from $2.29M bond). The commission will also elect officers and approve prior meeting minutes.
- Public hearing and consideration of $4,831,638.01 bond reduction for Presidents Pointe Phase 5 off President’s Pointe Blvd.
- Public hearing and consideration of $1,211,382.90 bond reduction for Riverpointe (Ranson Heights) Phase 4 off Rt. 340 and Jefferson Terrace Rd.
- Election of Planning Commission officers
- Approval of minutes from February 2, 2026 (regular and special meetings)
Budget Workshop
The Ranson Corporation council is holding a budget workshop to discuss the proposed FY2027 General Fund Budget. The agenda includes review of proposed operating revenues, a multi-year budget comparison, and related documents. No votes are expected; this is a discussion session.
- FY2027 Proposed Operating Revenues document
- FY23-FY27 Budget Chart comparison
- Certificate of Valuation
- Calendar of Events
Ranson Parks and Recreation
The Ranson Parks and Recreation board will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from January 8, 2026, and receive directors' reports on the December 2025 and January 2026 budgets, along with updates on events. The agenda is primarily procedural, with no major decisions, rezonings, or public hearings scheduled.
- Approval of minutes from January 8, 2026
- Parks and Recreation Budget report for December 2025
- Parks and Recreation Budget report for January 2026
- Ranson Events Updates
- Meeting registration link provided
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will consider four resolutions: appointing municipal ballot commissioners for the June 2, 2026 general election, recommending a mini‑grant award, honoring community member Jimmy Williams, and authorizing procurement and design services for a new police department and public safety facility. The meeting also includes standard staff status reports and citizen presentations.
- Resolution appointing municipal ballot commissioners for the June 2, 2026 municipal general election
- Resolution recommending a mini‑grant award by the Ranson Municipal Committee
- Resolution honoring Jimmy Williams
- Resolution authorizing procurement and design services for a new police department and public safety facility
City Council Regular Meeting
The council will hold the first reading of Ordinance 2026-01 to rezone 125 acres off Cranes Lane from Rural Reserve to R-6. Other business includes a resolution supporting a BUILD planning grant for a regional connector path, a partnership for the 2026 Ranson Festival & Car Show, and an appeal regarding WV PSC capacity improvement fees. Routine reports and citizen presentations are also on the agenda.
- First reading of Ordinance 2026-01 rezoning 125 acres on Cranes Lane to R-6
- Resolution 2026-01 supporting US DOT BUILD grant for Panhandle Regional Connector Path
- Consideration of partnership and location for 2026 Ranson Festival & Car Show
- Appeal of WV Public Service Commission CTUB capacity improvement fees (possible executive session)
- Police chief and city manager reports
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider surety reductions totaling $5,022,697.86 for Red Clover Meadows Phases 2 and 3. It will also hold a public hearing and consider a major subdivision application for Marcus Village, an 8-lot development off Flowing Springs Road and Cottontail Drive. Additionally, the commission will update subdivision bond/surety amounts to 2025 numbers.
- Public hearing on surety reduction of $3,453,097.37 for Red Clover Meadows Phase 2 (bond total $4,815,187.12) off 19th Avenue and Red Clover Lane
- Consideration of application 25-44-BRR for the Phase 2 surety reduction
- Public hearing on surety reduction of $1,569,600.49 for Red Clover Meadows Phase 3 (bond total $2,464,633.18) off 19th Avenue and Red Clover Lane
- Public hearing on major subdivision application (25-43-MAJ_SUB) for Marcus Village (8 lots) off Flowing Springs Road and Cottontail Drive
- Update of subdivision bond/surety to 2025 numbers
Planning Commission
The Ranson Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider surety reductions for Red Clover Meadows Phases 2 and 3, totaling $5,022,697.86 in bond releases. They will also hold a public hearing and consider a major subdivision application for Marcus Village, an 8-lot subdivision off Flowing Springs Road and Cottontail Drive. Additionally, a subdivision bond/surety update to 2025 numbers is on the agenda.
- Public hearing and consideration of $3,453,097.37 surety reduction for Red Clover Meadows Phase 2 (off 19th Avenue and Red Clover Lane)
- Public hearing and consideration of $1,569,600.49 surety reduction for Red Clover Meadows Phase 3 (off 19th Avenue and Red Clover Lane)
- Public hearing and consideration of major subdivision application for Marcus Village (8 lots) off Flowing Springs Road and Cottontail Drive
- Subdivision bond/surety updated to 2025 numbers
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will hold a regular meeting including a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2025-08 to amend vehicle parking location regulations. The council will also consider acquiring 1.05 acres of land for stormwater management and park at Robelei Subdivision, discuss an appeal of WV Public Service Commission fees, and make appointments to the Building Code Appeals Board and Zoning Appeals Board. Staff reports from police, community development, public works, finance, and parks will be presented.
- Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 2025-08 amending parking location regulations
- Consideration of real property acquisition - 1.05 Ac - Rt 9 Wysong SWM & Park - Robelei Subd
- Consideration of appeal – WV Public Service Commission (CTUB Capacity Improvement Fees)
- Appointments to Building Code Appeals Board and Board of Zoning Appeals
- Ranson Municipal Committee Referral - FY 26 Ranson Mini Grant
Ranson Parks and Recreation
The Ranson Parks and Recreation Board will review its December financial report and discuss updates on holiday events, facility cleaning, and the concession stand. New business includes adopting the 2026 calendar of events and establishing lines for indoor tennis. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the November 20, 2025 minutes.
- Approval of minutes from November 20, 2025
- Parks and Recreation financial report for December
- Update on holiday events
- Discussion on concession stand
- Adoption of the 2026 calendar of events
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals is holding a regular meeting with agenda items limited to approval of minutes, committee announcements including the first quarterly meeting, and election of officers. No specific zoning appeals or public hearings are scheduled.
- Approval of prior meeting minutes
- First Quarterly Meeting announcement
- Election of officers for the board
City Council Regular Meeting
The Ranson City Council will discuss a statement addressing community concerns and public safety. Council members will also consider appointing one member to the Board of Building Code Appeals (term Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2028) and one member to the Planning Commission (term Jan 1, 2026 – Dec 31, 2030). Additional items include citizen presentations, police chief and city manager reports, and committee announcements.
- Consideration of Statement addressing Community concerns and Public Safety
- Appointment to the Board of Building Code Appeals (1 member, 2026‑2028 term)
- Appointment to the Board of Planning Commission (1 member, 2026‑2030 term)
- Citizen presentations and petitions
- Police Chief and City Manager reports