Morgantown
Upcoming
Ward & Boundary Commission
The Ward Boundary Commission will convene to approve previous minutes and discuss updated ward data and statistics. The meeting will also cover public input sessions and schedule the next meeting.
- Approve minutes from June 22, 2026
- Review and discuss updated ward data and statistics
- Discuss public input sessions
- Schedule next meeting date
City Council
The Morgantown City Council will vote on two zoning changes, authorize eminent domain for property in the Greenmont neighborhood, and repeal the Housing Advisory Committee. The council will also approve a Chestnut Street streetscape agreement and hold public hearings on the zoning and housing committee changes.
- First reading zoning change for 990 Elmer Prince Drive
- Planning Commission recommendation to deny reclassification for 100 Finnell Street (R-1A to R-2)
- First reading eminent domain ordinance for Greenmont neighborhood property acquisition
- Second reading repeal of the Housing Advisory Committee (Article 160)
- Approval of Chestnut Street Streetscape Agreement
City Council
The Morgantown City Council holds a regular meeting with nominations for mayor and deputy mayor. Public hearings cover repealing the Housing Advisory Committee and establishing a reasonable accommodations process. Key decisions include rezoning on Elmer Prince Drive, a denied reclassification on Finnell Street, initiating eminent domain for Greenmont, and a ban on hostile architecture.
- First reading of zoning change for 990 Elmer Prince Drive
- Receive Planning Commission's denial to rezone 100 Finnell Street to R-2
- Authorize eminent domain proceedings for Greenmont neighborhood acquisitions
- Resolution prohibiting hostile architecture in public infrastructure
- Authorize City Manager to execute Chestnut Street Streetscape Agreement
City Council
The primary purpose of this meeting is to elect a new Mayor and Deputy Mayor. Additionally, council will consider zoning changes, property reclassifications, and an ordinance regarding eminent domain in the Greenmont neighborhood.
- Election of Mayor and Deputy Mayor
- Repeal of Article 160 - Housing Advisory Committee
- Establishment of a Reasonable Accommodations Process
- Chestnut Street streetscape agreement
- Zoning change for 990 Elmer Prince Drive
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Cultural Arts Commission
The Cultural Arts Commission will discuss and possibly take action on designating busking locations in Morgantown, updates on the Greenmont Mural, and the Walnut trail bridge mural project. They will also review the 2026 priorities and hear the Director's report.
- Designated busking locations discussion
- Greenmont Mural update
- Walnut trail bridge mural project
- 2026 priorities, issues, or projects
Human Rights Commission
This agenda consists entirely of procedural boilerplate and routine administrative items for the Morgantown Human Rights Commission, including proclamations, award nominations, and officer elections. The meeting is marked as cancelled. No substantive policy changes, contracts, or public hearings are scheduled.
- Potential changes to the HRC Ordinance
- Updates to HRC Meeting Rules and Bylaws
- Confirmation of July officer election candidates
- PRIDE Month and Universal Voting Rights proclamations
- Nominations for Human Rights Awards and MLCC candidates
Human Rights Commission
The Commission will review potential updates to the Human Rights Commission Ordinance and its internal meeting rules. Members will also coordinate upcoming community tabling events and nominations for Human Rights Awards.
- Proposed changes to the HRC Ordinance
- Review of HRC Meeting Rules and Bylaws
- Nominations for Human Rights Awards and MLCC candidates
- Confirmation of candidates for July Officer Election
- Universal Voting Rights and PRIDE Month proclamations
Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority
The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority board will hold its annual meeting, approving a $91,702 contract for concrete repairs at various public housing sites, authorizing a video surveillance upgrade, and adopting changes to the Section 8 Administrative Plan. They will also sign loan documents for an affordable housing program and elect officers.
- Approve Resolution 2026-07: contract with R & R Services for $91,702.70 to replace/repair concrete stoops, steps, and sidewalks
- Approve Resolution 2026-08: contract for video surveillance upgrades
- Approve Resolution 2026-09: execution of WVHDF loan documents for Affordable Housing Program
- Approve Resolution 2026-10: changes to Section 8 Administrative Plan (post public hearing)
- Elect officers for the upcoming term
Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority
The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority board will vote on a $91,702.70 contract for concrete repairs at various public housing sites. They will also consider a contract for video surveillance upgrades and approve loan documents for an affordable housing program. The meeting includes election of officers and a public comment period.
- Contract with R&R Services for $91,702.70 to replace/repair concrete stoops, steps, and sidewalks at public housing sites
- Approval of contract for video surveillance upgrades
- Approval of WVHDF loan documents for Affordable Housing Program Fund
- Election of officers
- Public comment period
Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority
The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority will hold its annual board meeting to elect officers and review financial positions. The board will consider a new contract for services and the execution of loan documents for an affordable housing fund.
- Approval of contract with R & R Services
- Execution of WVHDF loan documents for the Affordable NAHE Construction Fund
- Renewal of Commissioner Rogers' term
- Election of board officers
- Review of video surveillance and security updates
City Council
This is a public exploration session in an open-house format. City officials will gather community input on current and future enhanced amenities in Morgantown. No formal votes or decisions are scheduled.
- Public input session on enhanced amenities across Morgantown
City Council
Council will discuss public input on economic development incentives, including adaptive reuse, facade loans, and B&O tax breaks. They may prioritize a Business Improvement District (BID) and begin a workshop on enhanced connectivity (trails, lighting, crosswalks). No votes are expected.
- Adaptive reuse of downtown buildings (Railroad Depot, Wilson Works) as top priority
- B&O tax incentive model from Columbus, OH with 20-year exemptions
- Business Improvement District (BID) exploration for Wharf District or Sabraton
- Sidewalk policy revamp and enforcement with financial support for property owners
- Enhanced connectivity workshop topics: rail trails, pedestrian lighting, gathering spaces
Ward & Boundary Commission
The Morgantown Ward Boundary Commission will review updated ward data and statistics. They will also discuss plans for a public input session on ward boundaries and schedule the next meeting.
- Review updated ward data and statistics
- Discuss public input session for boundary changes
- Approve minutes from June 8, 2026 meeting
Human Rights Commission
The Human Rights Commission will consider potential changes to the HRC Ordinance, elect new officers for July, and discuss proclamations for Universal Voting Rights and PRIDE Month. They will also review nominations for Human Rights Awards and MLCC candidates.
- Discuss potential changes to the HRC Ordinance
- July officer election: confirm candidates
- Universal Voting Rights Proclamation
- PRIDE Month Proclamation
- Nominations for Human Rights Awards and MLCC candidates
Human Rights Commission
The Human Rights Commission will review potential updates to the HRC Ordinance and its meeting rules. Members are also discussing nominations for human rights awards and preparing for upcoming July officer elections.
- Universal Voting Rights Proclamation
- PRIDE Month Proclamation
- Human Rights Awards nominations
- Potential changes to the HRC Ordinance
- July Officer Election candidates
Fire Civil Service Commission
The Morgantown Fire Civil Service Commission will set dates for promotional exams for Captain and Lieutenant, discuss entry-level firefighter application deadlines and exam materials, and consider a proposed change to the residency requirement for appointees.
- Set dates for promotional exams for Captain and Lieutenant
- Proposed change to residency requirement for firefighter appointees
- Entry-level firefighter exam materials update
- Entry-level application receipt date discussion
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request from Advantage Health to exempt a gravel parking lot from landscaping and island requirements at 699 Burroughs St, linked to a hotel development. Other requests involve lighting, fence height, accessory structures, and setbacks at various residential addresses.
- VAR26-019/Advantage Health: variance for gravel parking lot without terminal islands or landscaping at 699 Burroughs St
- VAR26-030/City Neon USA: variance for lighting and design standards at 2188 University Ave
- VAR26-033/Brittany Furbee: variance for fence height at 649 Villa Pl
- VAR26-034/Roberta J Vance: variance for accessory structure at 511 Brian Pl
- Transfer of ownership for 'The Bank' at 344 High St to 'Yellow Banana'
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several requests for relief from the city's planning and zoning code. Decisions will be made regarding parking, lighting, fence height, and setback requirements for various residential and business properties.
- Parking lot variance for Advantage Health at 699 Burroughs St
- Lighting and design variance for City Neon USA at 2188 University Ave
- Fence height variance for 649 Villa Pl
- Accessory structure and setback variances for 511 Brian Pl and 1137 Munsey Ave
- Reasonable accommodation request for Morgantown Sober Living Inc. at 318 Wilson Ave
Board of Zoning Appeals
The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several variance requests for parking, lighting, fence height, accessory structures, and setbacks at various properties. They will also discuss a proposed ownership transfer for 'The Bank' at 344 High St. into 'Yellow Banana'. Approval of prior meeting minutes is also on the agenda.
- Variance for Advantage Health at 699 Burroughs St regarding parking lot requirements
- Variance for City Neon USA at 2188 University Ave regarding lighting and design standards
- Variance for Brittany Furbee at 649 Villa Pl regarding fence height standards
- Variance for Roberta J Vance at 511 Brian Pl regarding accessory structure standards
- Ownership transfer request for 'The Bank' at 344 High St. to 'Yellow Banana'
City Council
City Council will vote on a resolution to protest Mon Power's proposed gas-fired power plant at the Ft. Martin Power Station. The body is also reviewing the airport improvement budget and the repeal of the Housing Advisory Committee.
- Resolution opposing Mon Power's $2.4 billion gas-fired power plant
- Approval of $14,911,813.36 FY 2026-2027 Airport Improvement Fund budget
- First reading of ordinance to repeal Article 160 (Housing Advisory Committee)
- First reading of ordinance establishing a Reasonable Accommodations Process
- Adoption of Land Preservation Program
City Council
The City Council will consider a resolution opposing a Mon Power gas-fired power plant, approve the FY2026-2027 Airport Improvement Fund budget, and hold first readings of ordinances to repeal the Housing Advisory Committee and establish a reasonable accommodations process. They will also adopt a Land Preservation Program and enter executive session for personnel, property, and legal matters.
- Resolution opposing Mon Power gas-fired power plant
- Approval of FY2026-2027 Airport Improvement Fund budget
- First reading: Ordinance repealing Article 160 (Housing Advisory Committee)
- First reading: Ordinance establishing a Reasonable Accommodations Process
- Adoption of Land Preservation Program
Police Civil Service Commission
The Police Civil Service Commission will certify names for new hires and discuss personnel matters, potentially in executive session. The meeting covers minutes from January and March 2026 and adjourns afterward.
- Certify names for new hires
- Discuss personnel matters in executive session
- Review January 24, 2026 minutes
- Review January 31, 2026 minutes
- Review March 19, 2026 minutes
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will evaluate several requests for minor subdivisions and zoning map amendments. These proposals include changing land use designations for commercial and residential properties across various city wards.
- Rezone 990 Elmer Prince Drive from Office/Institutional to Service Business
- Rezone 100 Finnell Street from Single-Family to Single and Two-Family Residential
- Minor subdivision requests for 710 Park Side Lane and 400 Ensign Avenue
- Minor subdivision at 958 Southpoint Circle
- Lot consolidations at 820 Elysian Avenue and 1851 Earl L. Core Road
Planning Commission
The Morgantown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two zoning map amendments and five minor subdivision requests. Key decisions include rezoning 990 Elmer Prince Drive from Office/Institutional to Service Business District and rezoning 100 Finnell Street from Single-Family to Single and Two-Family Residential. Several property line adjustments and lot consolidations are also on the agenda.
- Rezone 990 Elmer Prince Drive from O-I to B-2 (Service Business)
- Rezone 100 Finnell Street from R-1A to R-2 (Single and Two-Family)
- Minor subdivision at 710 Park Side Lane (R-3 district)
- Minor subdivision at 400 Ensign Avenue (R-3 district)
- Minor subdivision at 958 Southpoint Circle (R-1 district)
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will consider several requests for minor subdivisions and zoning map amendments. These include proposals to change land use designations for business and residential properties across various city wards.
- Rezone 990 Elmer Prince Drive from Office/Institutional to Service Business
- Rezone 100 Finnell Street from Single-Family to Single and Two-Family Residential
- Minor subdivision request for 710 Park Side Lane (Multi-Family)
- Minor subdivision request for 400 Ensign Avenue (Multi-Family)
- Lot consolidations at 820 Elysian Avenue and 1851 Earl L. Core Road
Library Board
The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees will hear committee reports on exterior painting at CAPL and roof replacement at MPL, discuss allocation of unrestricted funds, and consider a code of conduct update. An executive session for personnel matters is also scheduled.
- Exterior paint at CAPL
- Roof replacement at MPL
- Unrestricted funds allocation
- Code of conduct update
- Executive session for personnel
Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board
The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will receive updates from its statistics, outreach, training, and policy committees. Members will discuss the board's annual report and the promotion of complaint and commendation forms. The board is also planning its presence at the upcoming National Night Out event.
- Review of the Board's annual report
- Publicity updates for Complaint/Commendation forms
- National Night Out event planning