Morgantown public meetings in 2025

Human Rights Commission

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission will adopt minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting and consider several items of new business. Commissioners will adopt the FY 2023 and CY 2024 annual report and formally endorse the FY 2026/27 budget request. The commission will also select 2026 proclamations and review proposed amendments to the HRC ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC bylaws.

• Adopt minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting
• Adopt FY 2023 + CY 2024 Annual Report
• Formally endorse FY 2026/27 Budget Request
• Select 2026 Proclamations
• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws

The commission accepted the November 20th minutes and unanimously adopted the FY 2023‑CY 2024 Annual Report. It also unanimously approved the FY2026/27 budget request. Commissioners decided the Chair will convey the council’s negative response on the proposed non‑resident membership ordinance and will prepare a list of four resident applicants for the council. The commission agreed the Chair will register the HRC to table at the Women’s Basketball Community Night Game.

• Accepted November 20th minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted FY 2023‑CY 2024 Annual Report (unanimous)
• Adopted FY2026/27 Budget Request (unanimous)
• Chair to convey negative response to council on membership ordinance and prepare list of four resident applicants
• Chair will register HRC to table at Women’s Basketball Community Night Game
• Moved to adjourn meeting (unanimous)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The board will review minutes from the November 20, 2025 meeting, consider unfinished business on property demolitions, donations, and pending transactions, and hold an executive session to discuss a possible acquisition, demolition, or development of property. No specific contracts or dollar amounts are listed.

• Review meeting minutes from November 20, 2025
• Unfinished business: demolition of properties, donation of properties, and other pending property transactions
• Update on action items from the Board of Directors
• Executive session to consider potential acquisition, demolition, and/or development of property
• Public comment subject to Board bylaws

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will vote on the 2026 annual budget and a one-time salary adjustment for 2025. The meeting will also include a report on Section 8 funding shortfalls.

• Approval of the 2026 Annual Budget (Resolution 2025-R08)
• One-Time Salary Adjustment for 2025
• Section 8 Shortfall Updates
• Finance Committee report deferred to New Business
• Executive Session scheduled for legal and personnel issues

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will consider approval of a conditional use for a neighborhood convenience store at 52 Campus Dr. It will also hear a variance request for lighting at 376 High St, a reasonable accommodation request for 201 Waitman St, and revisit a previously tabled conditional use at 216 Seventh St. One withdrawn application for 356 Kingwood St will be noted.

• CON25-109 – conditional use request for a Neighborhood Convenience Store at 52 Campus Dr (City Tax District 12, R-3)
• VAR25-111 – variance request for lighting and design standards at 376 High St (City Tax District 11, B-4)
• Request for reasonable accommodation for Morgantown Sober Living Inc. at 201 Waitman St (City Tax District 09, R-1A)
• CON25-099 – conditional use request for a Multi-Family Dwelling at 216 Seventh St (City Tax District 12, R-2) – tabled until conditions met
• CON25-114 – withdrawn conditional use request for a Neighborhood Convenience Store at 356 Kingwood St (City Tax District 10, R-1A)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider requests for conditional use permits to operate neighborhood convenience stores at 52 Campus Dr and 356 Kingwood St, as well as a variance for lighting and design standards at 376 High St. One application for a convenience store at 356 Kingwood St has been withdrawn.

• Conditional use request for convenience store at 52 Campus Dr
• Conditional use request for convenience store at 356 Kingwood St (withdrawn)
• Variance request for lighting and design standards at 376 High St
• Request for reasonable accommodation at 201 Waitman St
• Review of meeting minutes from previous meetings

Health and Wellness Commission

The Health and Wellness Commission will meet to review reports from City Council and BOPARC. The body will discuss potential partnerships with the Christian Help Food Pantry and The Village at Heritage Point.

• Discussion of Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
• Possible partnership with Christian Help Food Pantry
• Possible volunteer events for senior citizens at The Village at Heritage Point
• Elections for new Commission positions

BOPARC

The BOPARC regular meeting on Dec 10, 2025 will cover routine items such as opening matters, public comment, financial reports, and old and new business. The board will also convene a closed executive session to discuss acquisition or development of real estate on Decker’s Creek Trail under West Virginia Code Section 6-9 A-4. No specific actions or decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• Executive session on acquisition/development of real estate on Decker’s Creek Trail (WV Code 6-9 A-4)
• Public comment (max three minutes per speaker)
• Financial reports
• Executive Director’s report
• Old and new business items

The Board of Parks and Recreation approved the November 12, 2025 meeting minutes by consensus. The board also approved the financial reports by consensus. A motion to enter an executive session concerning Decker’s Creek Trail was approved, and the session was later exited by a second motion. The meeting was adjourned at 3:38 p.m.

• Approved November 12, 2025 minutes (consensus)
• Approved financial reports (consensus)
• Entered executive session on Decker’s Creek Trail (motion passed)
• Exited executive session (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Sister Cities Commission

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission will review updates on its "Talking to the World" videos, the sister‑cities newsletter, participation in the International Youth Painting Contest hosted by Jiangsu Province, and plans for the International Street Festival 2026. It will then discuss supporting a program for Hispanic Week 2026, recruiting new commissioners, and the meeting day and time. No decisions have been recorded yet.

• Support for program for Hispanic Week 2026
• Recruitment of new commissioners
• Discussion of meeting day and time
• International Street Festival 2026
• Participation in The International Youth Painting Contest, hosted by Jiangsu Province

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board will vote to approve the minutes from its November 13, 2025 meeting. It will hear reports from its Statistics and Reporting, Community Outreach, Training, and Policy Review (body‑camera) committees, including an update on a community forum and a survey report. The board will also receive an update on revised complaint and commendation forms and will open the floor for public comment.

• Approve meeting minutes from November 13, 2025
• Statistics and Reporting Committee report
• Community Outreach Committee update – forum, survey, member activities
• Training Committee report
• Policy Review Committee report on body‑camera policy

Library Board

The Morgantown Public Library Board will discuss several new items, including Holiday Enhancement Pay, the 2026 holiday schedule, and a new Meeting Rooms Policy. Unfinished business such as Unrestricted Funds Allocation, Health Insurance, and the Branding Workgroup will also be reviewed. An executive session will focus on facilities matters.

• Holiday Enhancement Pay
• 2026 Holidays
• Meeting Rooms Policy
• Unrestricted Funds Allocation
• Health Insurance

The Library Board approved several items, including the October and November meeting minutes, the check files, and a salary adjustment for health insurance costs. It also approved Holiday Enhancement Pay to align with the City of Morgantown and adopted the 2026 holiday schedule. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved October 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved both files of checks as presented (motion passed)
• Approved health‑insurance salary adjustments to cover employee cost increase (motion passed)
• Approved Holiday Enhancement Pay to align with city policy (motion passed)
• Approved 2026 holiday schedule as presented (motion passed)
• Directed Sarah Cranstoun to forward Meeting Rooms Policy documents for future discussion
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review meeting minutes from September and October 2025 and consider two items of new business: a request to rezone a property on Simpson Street to allow multi-family housing and a proposed amendment to the city's code regarding abandoned nonconforming uses.

• Review minutes from September 11, 2025
• Review minutes from October 9, 2025
• Consider rezoning 126 Simpson Street to R-2 or R-3
• Consider code amendment for revival of abandoned nonconforming uses

Planning Commission

The Morgantown Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from September and October, consider a zoning map amendment for 126 Simpson Street, and discuss a proposed update to the city's Planning and Zoning Code regarding abandoned nonconforming uses.

• Approve minutes from September 11 and October 9, 2025
• Consider rezoning 126 Simpson Street from R-1A to R-2 or R-3
• Review proposed amendment to Article 1373 of the Planning and Zoning Code

Planning Commission

The Morgantown Planning Commission meeting will open with call to order, roll call, and an opportunity for public comments on matters not on the agenda. The commission will then conduct a study session to review ARJ, LLC’s request, submitted by Scott Copen and Cheat Road Engineering, for a Type III Development of Significant Impact Site Plan for parcels at 329 Hartman Run Road (intersection with Everlasting Lane) in Tax District 14. The agenda also includes committee reports, staff comments, and other business before adjournment.

• Study Session – SP25-110-III: ARJ, LLC request for a Type III Development of Significant Impact Site Plan for 329 Hartman Run Road (parcels 13.1, 25, 26.1) in Service Business District

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is holding a study session to review a Type III Development of Significant Impact site plan. The proposal involves constructing 104 three-story townhomes and 208 parking spaces on 12.84 acres. The site was recently rezoned to a Service Business District on November 25, 2025.

• SP25-110-III: Proposed 104 townhome dwellings at 329 Hartman Run Road
• Proposed 208 parking spaces to service the development
• Site consists of Tax Map 32A, Parcels 13.1, 25, and 26.1
• Project location at the intersection of Hartman Run Road and Everlasting Lane

Morgantown Utility Board

The Board will consider new business regarding employee holiday bonuses and a corporate resolution for United Bank. The meeting includes updates on several ongoing water, sewer, and facility infrastructure projects.

• Employee Holiday Bonus
• Artisan Acres Development Sanitary Sewer Project
• Van Voorhis Sanitary Sewer Project
• Office Expansion and Renovation and New Shop Garage
• Cheat Lake WWTP Upgrade Project

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee will hold a virtual meeting on December 2, 2025. The agenda consists of standard procedural items: call to order, notice proof, reports from the chair and staff, new business, and adjournment. No specific projects, contracts, or policy changes are listed for discussion.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Board will review minutes from its August 28 and September 25 meetings and discuss pending demolition, donation, and other property transactions. It will also discuss ordinance updates, board terms, and hear a presentation from Jim Ambrose, President of Tipping Point Development. Finally, the Board will consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to act on behalf of the Agency regarding operation, maintenance, leasing, or occupancy of the Agency’s real estate at 430 Spruce Street.

• Presentation by Jim Ambrose, President of Tipping Point Development
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 28, 2025 and September 25, 2025
• Discussion of ordinance updates and board terms
• Consideration of resolution authorizing the City Manager to manage, lease, or grant occupancy of Agency property at 430 Spruce Street
• Executive session on potential acquisition, demolition, or development of property

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The board will review reports from its statistics, outreach, and training committees. Members will discuss updates to complaint and commendation forms and the body camera policy and equipment. The meeting includes an executive session regarding a workgroup and council meeting.

• Review of Body Cam policy and equipment update
• Update on revised forms for complaints and commendations
• Community Forum update and survey scheduling
• Executive session regarding meeting with council and workgroup

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws. The body will also address the FY2026/27 budget request and activities for 2025 International Human Rights Day.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153, and HRC Bylaws
• Vote on the Human Rights Award Recipient for “Organizations”
• FY2026/27 Budget Request
• Discussion of 2025 International Human Rights Day activities
• Adoption of the Annual Report

The commission approved the October 23rd, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. They voted unanimously to award the Organization Award to the Appalachian Prison Book Project. The Individual Award was confirmed for Natalie J. Sal, Esq. as previously chosen. The International Human Rights Day Awards Ceremony was scheduled for December 7, 2025 at the Aull Center, 351 Spruce Street.

• Approved October 23rd, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Appalachian Prison Book Project for Organization Award (unanimous)
• Confirmed Natalie J. Sal, Esq. as Individual Award recipient (previously chosen)
• Scheduled International Human Rights Day Awards Ceremony for Dec 7, 2025 at Aull Center

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will meet to decide on four requests for zoning relief: a variance for off-street parking, three conditional use permits for multi-family dwellings, and a variance for building setbacks.

• VAR25-076: Request for off-street parking variance at 731 Wells St
• CON25-099: Request for multi-family dwelling conditional use at 216 Seventh St
• CON25-101: Request for multi-family dwelling conditional use at 65 Beech St
• VAR25-104: Request for variance regarding lighting and design standards at 752 Weaver St
• VAR25-106: Request for variance regarding encroachments into setbacks at 1038 University Ave

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four pending applications. It will hear a variance request (VAR25-076) from John Espinosa for two off‑street parking spaces at 731 Wells St in the R‑1A Single‑Family Residential District. The board will also hear two conditional‑use requests (CON25-099 and CON25-101) for multi‑family dwellings and two additional variance requests (VAR25-104 and VAR25-106) for lighting/design standards and setback encroachments.

• VAR25-076 – John Espinosa – variance for off‑street parking at 731 Wells St (R‑1A)
• CON25-099 – Ray Burns (on behalf of Kumar Chandran) – conditional use for multi‑family dwelling at 216 Seventh St (R‑2)
• CON25-101 – Seth Timmerman – conditional use for multi‑family dwelling at 65 Beech St (R‑2)
• VAR25-104 – Adam Shively (Shively Family Properties) – variance for lighting/design standards at 752 Weaver St (R‑2)
• VAR25-106 – Abhi M – variance for setback encroachments at 1038 University Ave (B‑4)

Tree Board

The Tree Board will meet to review city staff reports and address old business regarding membership. New business items include discussing the meeting's time and location and community outreach efforts.

• Discussion of board membership
• Review of meeting time and location
• Discussion of community outreach

The Tree Board unanimously approved the minutes from the August 25 meeting. The community outreach item was tabled with no vote recorded. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 25 minutes (unanimous)
• Tabled community outreach item
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police Civil Service Commission

The agenda PDF could not be retrieved from the city website. Therefore no agenda items are listed for the November 12, 2025 Police Civil Service Commission meeting. No decisions or discussions can be identified from the available source.

BOPARC

The BOPARC board will approve minutes from the October 8 regular meeting and the October 7 special meeting. They will hear a report on the NRPA conference and a public comment session. The board will review the lowest qualified bids for the White Park play area and for repairs to the Wiles Hill playground, and consider a request for approval of employee outside activities.

• Approval of October 8, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Approval of October 7, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes
• Presentation – NRPA Conference review and report
• Lowest Qualified Bid for White Park play area
• Lowest Qualified Bid for Wiles Hill playground repairs

The board unanimously approved the session’s financial report. It also approved the lowest qualified bid to Veritas for the White Park play area renovation at $276,948.56 and the lowest qualified bid to Laurita for Wiles Hill playground #1 repairs at $130,676. Additionally, the board approved a request allowing Director Travinski to maintain her real‑estate license while employed.

• Approved financial reports (5-0)
• Approved White Park play area bid to Veritas $276,948.56 (5-0)
• Approved Wiles Hill playground #1 repairs bid to Laurita $130,676 (5-0)
• Approved employee outside activities/employment request for Director Travinski (5-0)

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will review and vote on new business items, including a Truist corporate resolution and acceptance of bids for a ¾‑ton 4WD double‑cab pickup and a chassis‑cab truck with service body. The board will also discuss several ongoing projects such as office expansion and renovation, storm‑water improvement, sanitary sewer restoration, and waterline extensions. A public portion will be held under board rules, followed by a general manager’s report and an executive session for confidential matters.

• Acceptance of bid for one (1) ¾ Ton 4WD Double Cab Pick Up Truck
• Acceptance of bid for one (1) Chassis Cab Truck 550 with Service Body
• Truist Corporate Resolution
• Office Expansion and Renovation and New Shop Garage
• Valley View Storm Water Improvement Project

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The GreenSpace Committee will hold its regular meeting, reviewing notices, the chair’s and staff’s reports, any unfinished business, and any new business items. No specific agenda items such as rezoning, contracts, or fee changes are listed.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee will hold a virtual meeting on November 4, 2025. The agenda includes standard items such as call to order, proof of notice, reports from the chair and staff, and a new business segment. No specific projects, contracts, or rezoning actions are listed.

Green Team

The Morgantown Municipal Green Team will meet to review minutes, discuss a Mon County SWA composting demo project, and consider EPA Solar For All grant priorities. The group will also review trail developments and MMMPO long-term transportation plans.

• Review of Mon County SWA Composting Demo Project
• Discussion of EPA Solar For All grant
• Review of Trail developments
• MMMPO Long Term Plan update
• Green Team Recruitment and Leadership Development

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Property Management Committee will hold a virtual meeting on November 3, 2025. The agenda includes a call to order, proof of notice, reports from the chair and staff, discussion of unfinished business, introduction of new business, and adjournment. No specific agenda items beyond these standard procedural sections are listed.

Library Board

The Library Board will hold an executive session to discuss the Morgantown Public Library facilities plan. No specific items, contracts, or votes are listed on the agenda. The session is scheduled for November 3, 2025, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the library’s Spruce Street location.

Pedestrian Safety Board

The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board will meet to approve previous minutes and discuss new business. The primary discussion item concerns promoting WVU/Morgantown as a walk/bike focused campus in the event that Grumbein closes.

• Approval of June 23, 2025, and September 22, 2025 minutes
• Discussion on promoting walk/bike focus if Grumbein closes

Human Rights Commission

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission will adopt minutes from its September 18, 2025 meeting and discuss several agenda items. Topics include Latino Heritage Month proclamations, the commission's meeting schedule through June 2026, and proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and bylaws. Commissioners will also consider suggestions for the HRC city webpage and vote on the Human Rights Award recipient for organizations.

• Adopt minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting
• Discuss Latino Heritage Month and future proclamations
• Discuss the commission's meeting schedule through June 2026
• Discuss proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153, and HRC bylaws
• Vote on the Human Rights Award recipient for "Organizations"

The Human Rights Commission accepted the September 18 minutes without dissent. It declined to sponsor an Indigenous Peoples’ Day proclamation, deferring to the WVU Native American Studies Program. The commission could not host an International Food Day event on short notice and will consider it for next year. Commissioners unanimously approved a pending candidate for the Human Rights Award for Organizations, with further vetting to follow.

• Accepted September 18 minutes (unanimously approved)
• Declined to sponsor Indigenous Peoples’ Day proclamation (deferred)
• Unable to host International Food Day event on Nov 7 (will table for next year)
• Approved pending candidate for Human Rights Award for Organizations (unanimously approved)

Sister Cities Commission

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission will meet to discuss updates on international videos and newsletters, and to consider participation in an international youth painting contest and the 2026 International Street Festival.

• Review 'Talking to the World' videos
• Consider participation in Jiangsu Province painting contest
• Plan for 2026 International Street Festival
• Review Sister Cities Newsletter

Police Civil Service Commission

The Morgantown Police Civil Service Commission will review and adopt dates for the next entry level examinations. The commission will also discuss a hearing appeal under W. VA. Code 8-14-20, which may be considered in executive session per WV State Code 6-9A-4(b)(2)(a). The meeting will record minutes from the September 17, 2025 session and then adjourn.

• Set dates for upcoming entry level examinations
• Discussion of hearing appeal pursuant to W. VA. Code 8-14-20 (possible executive session)
• Review and approve minutes from September 17, 2025 meeting

The Police Civil Service Commission approved holding four entry‑level police exams in 2026 on Jan 24, Apr 25, July 25, and Oct 24 at the Public Safety Building, each motion approved by acclamation. The commission also approved the order affirming the termination of Officer Webster’s employment, again by acclamation. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved first 2026 entry exam on Jan 24, 2026 (acclamation)
• Approved second 2026 entry exam on Apr 25, 2026 (acclamation)
• Approved third 2026 entry exam on July 25, 2026 (acclamation)
• Approved fourth 2026 entry exam on Oct 24, 2026 (acclamation)
• Approved order affirming termination of Officer Webster (acclamation)
• Adjourned meeting (acclamation)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Board of Directors will meet to appoint members and chairs for three subcommittees. The board will also discuss pending property transactions and potential property acquisitions or demolitions in executive session.

• Selection of members and chairs for Property Management, Underutilized Property, and Resource Redevelopment committees
• Discussion of pending property donations, demolitions, and transactions
• Executive session regarding potential property acquisition, demolition, and development

Fire Civil Service Commission

The commission will determine dates for upcoming open houses, agility exams, and written exams. Members will also discuss the language of Rules and Regulations and select new books for 2026 promotional and new hire exams.

• Setting dates for open houses, agility exams, and written exams
• Discussion of Rules and Regulations language
• Selection of new books for 2026 promotional and new hire exams

The Fire Civil Service Commission approved the July 2, 2025 minutes. It terminated the current applicant list, scheduled open houses, and set the agility exam for Jan 31, 2026 and the written exam for Feb 26, 2026. The commission removed several outdated textbooks and approved new titles for Lieutenant, Captain and Chief exams. The new reading lists will be used from Jan 1, 2026 through Dec 31, 2030.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (acclamation)
• Terminated current applicant list and began new applicant process (acclamation)
• Requested a newer version of the entry‑level exam from the testing company (acclamation)
• Set agility exam for Jan 31, 2026 at 9:00 a.m., written exam for Feb 26, 2026 at 6:00 p.m., and open houses for Nov 2025, Dec 2025, Jan 2026 (if needed) (acclamation)
• Removed books 1, 2, and 4 from Lieutenant exam list and added three new titles (acclamation)
• Replaced Captain exam book 3 with a newer edition and book 1 with a new handbook (acclamation)
• Updated Chief exam books 1, 3, and 4 with newer editions (acclamation)
• Adopted the new reading lists for all ranks effective Jan 1, 2026 through Dec 31, 2030 (acclamation)

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the 2024 annual audit and review updates to the Emergency Housing Voucher program. The agenda includes a discussion on the Housing Choice Voucher program shortfall watch list and the 2025 vacation payout.

• Approval of 2024 Annual Audit (Resolution 2025-07)
• Section 8 Admin Policy Update for Emergency Housing Voucher Program
• Status of HCV Program/Shortfall Watch List
• 2025 Vacation Payout
• November and December Meeting Schedule

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider several unfinished business items, including a conditional use request for a fraternity or sorority house at 709 High St (CON25-070). It will also review variance requests for off‑street parking and setback encroachments at 731 Wells St, 67 Jones Ave, 213 Lyndhurst St, 442 Baird St, 842 Monongalia Ave, and 401 Mississippi St. New business includes additional variance requests at the same addresses. All items are under the City’s Planning and Zoning Code sections cited in each application.

• CON25-070 – Conditional use for fraternity/sorority house, 709 High St, R‑2 district
• VAR25-076 – Parking variance, 731 Wells St, R‑1A district
• VAR25-081 – Parking variance, 67 Jones Ave, R‑3 district
• VAR25-082 – Setback variance, 213 Lyndhurst St, R‑1A district
• VAR25-090 – Setback variance, 442 Baird St, R‑2 district

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The GreenSpace Committee will conduct a standard session covering a call to order, proof of notice, reports from the chair and staff, unfinished business, new business, and adjournment. No specific projects, contracts, or policy items are listed on the agenda. The meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM and will be held virtually.

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board will hold a working meeting on Arbor Day at the Farmers Market. Board members will display trees, provide an informational table, and read a proclamation. At 10:30 AM they will plant six container trees—1 Red Sunset Maple, 2 Spring Grove Dogwood, and 3 Flamethrower Redbud—on the 200 block of South Walnut Street in the South Park neighborhood.

• Display of trees and informational table at the Farmers Market
• Proclamation reading at the Farmers Market
• Planting of six container trees at 200 block South Walnut Street
• Tree species: Red Sunset Maple, Spring Grove Dogwood, Flamethrower Redbud

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will approve minutes and review committee reports, including updates on community forums and survey scheduling. The board will also discuss a proposal for revised citizen complaint forms and a new position for managing threatening communications.

• Approval of September 11, 2025 meeting minutes
• Update on proposal for revised citizen complaint forms
• Discussion on new board position for managing threatening behavior
• Committee reports: Statistics, Community Outreach, and Training
• Public comment opportunity

Library Board

The Morgantown Public Library Board will consider several items, including how to allocate unrestricted funds and plans for the APL and MPL roofs. New business includes a community foundation annual draw, a branding work group, a request for proposals for the MPL roof, and health insurance matters. An executive session will focus on facilities.

• Unrestricted Funds Allocation
• APL Roof
• Your Community Foundation Annual Draw
• Branding Work Group
• MPL Roof RFP

The Library Board unanimously approved checks presented by the Treasurer. It also approved using up to $15,000 of excess levy carryover and interest to replace tables and chairs in programming rooms. The Board denied signing liability on the grant‑funded Arnettsville roof and will continue discussions on transferring the property. Additional unanimous actions included rejecting the Your Community Foundation annual draw, authorizing an RFP for a new MPL roof, and moving into an executive session before adjourning.

• Approved Treasurer's checks as presented (unanimous)
• Allocated up to $15,000 from excess levy carryover for tables and chairs (unanimous)
• Denied liability on grant‑funded Arnettsville roof and continued property transfer talks (unanimous)
• Voted not to use the Your Community Foundation annual draw this year (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of an RFP for the MPL roof (unanimous)
• Moved into executive session at 9:40 am (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:16 am (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review requests to change the zoning designations of two properties. These amendments would allow for different densities of residential housing at the specified locations.

• MAP25-79: Request to rezone 401 Vangilder Street from R-1A (Single-Family) to R-3 (Multi-Family)
• MAP25-88: Request to rezone 452 Hite Street from R-1A (Single-Family) to R-2 (Single- and Two-Family)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review two applications to change zoning designations for properties on Vangilder Street and Hite Street. One request seeks to allow multi-family student housing, while the other requests a change to allow two-family residences.

• MAP25-79: Request to rezone 401 Vangilder Street from R-1A (Single-Family) to R-3 (Multi-Family) for 6-8 student housing units
• MAP25-88: Request to rezone 452 Hite Street from R-1A (Single-Family) to R-2 (Single- and Two-Family)

BOPARC

The BOPARC board will consider and vote on the lowest qualified bid for a Maintenance Hub and restroom. The board will also vote on the Executive Director position and approve minutes from three prior meetings. Public comment will be offered, and the board plans an executive session on employee personnel matters.

• Approval of Maintenance Hub/Restroom Lowest Qualified Bid
• Approval of Executive Director Position
• Approval of September 10, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes
• Approval of September 23, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes
• Approval of September 25, 2025 Special Meeting Minutes

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners approved the October financial report unanimously. They accepted Veritas's $573,419 bid to build a maintenance hub and all‑season restroom at Krepps Park. The board also approved a contract hiring Greg Travinski as the new Executive Director. All three actions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved financial report (6-0)
• Approved Veritas bid $573,419 for Krepps Park maintenance hub (6-0)
• Approved contract appointing Greg Travinski as Executive Director (6-0)
• Approved September 10 minutes by consensus

BOPARC

The Board will open the meeting, establish a quorum, and then move into an executive session under West Virginia Code §6-9A-4 to discuss employee recruitment, appointment, employment, retirement, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, resignation, discharge, dismissal, or compensation. No specific actions or votes are listed.

• Executive session on employee recruitment, appointment, employment, retirement, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, resignation, discharge, dismissal, or compensation per WV Code §6-9A-4

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners voted 4-0 to enter an executive session at 8:32 a.m. Later, they voted 4-0 to exit the executive session at 12:15 p.m. Finally, the board adjourned the meeting at 12:15 p.m. with a 4-0 vote.

• Enter executive session (4-0)
• Exit executive session (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (4-0)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee will hold a virtual meeting to address standard procedural matters, including call to order, notice verification, and reports from the chair and staff. The agenda also allows for discussion of any new business items that may arise. No specific projects or decisions are listed in the agenda.

Building Commission

The Morgantown Building Commission will consider adopting a Supplemental Parameters Resolution that authorizes the issuance of lease revenue bonds, Series 2025 A, for up to $11,000,000. The bonds would finance the acquisition of city property and construction of improvements at Marilla Park, including facilities such as tennis courts, a shelter, and a bike/skate park. The resolution also approves related bond documents, appoints WesBanco Bank as trustee, and allows the commission to obtain a credit rating for the bonds.

• Authorization to issue Lease Revenue Bonds Series 2025 A, not exceeding $11,000,000
• Funding for acquisition of city property and construction of Marilla Park facilities (tennis courts, shelter, parking, bike/skate park, etc.)
• Approval of bond documents: bond indenture, lease agreement, deed of trust, bond purchase agreement, official statements
• Appointment of WesBanco Bank, Inc. as trustee, registrar and paying agent for the bonds
• Authorization to obtain a credit rating for the bonds and cover related costs

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will hold a virtual meeting on October 6, 2025, to discuss unfinished and new business. The meeting is open to the public via Microsoft Teams.

• Property Management Committee meeting
• Unfinished Business discussion
• New Business discussion
• Virtual meeting via Microsoft Teams
• Meeting ID: 216 775 100 386

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will approve the previous meeting minutes, hear public comments, and hold a general discussion on potential new members, upcoming 2026 projects, and the election of officers for January 2026. The director, Vincent E. Kitch, will give a report, and commissioners will provide updates before adjourning.

• Approval of the minutes from the prior meeting
• Public comment period
• Discussion of potential commission members and 2026 priorities, issues, or projects
• Election of officers scheduled for January 2026
• Director’s report by Vincent E. Kitch

The commission voted 5‑0 to approve the January 15 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Jan 15 minutes (5-0)
• Meeting adjourned

Sister Cities Commission

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission will approve the minutes from its previous meeting, receive updates on the “Talking to the World” partnership with Xuzhou, and discuss Hispanic Month 2025. A presentation will be given by Frederick Blanton of Sister Cities International. The commission will then consider adopting a proclamation for Hispanic Month.

• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Update on “Talking to the World” partnership with Xuzhou
• Discussion and update on Hispanic Month 2025
• Presentation by Frederick Blanton, Sister Cities International representative
• Consideration of a Hispanic Month proclamation

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will meet to determine the timeline and components of a real estate prospectus. The board will also address unfinished business regarding property demolitions and donations.

• Timeline and components of real estate prospectus
• Demolition and donation of properties
• Pending property transactions
• Executive session on property acquisition, demolition, and development

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Board will review the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. It will address unfinished business including demolition, donation, and other pending property transactions, as well as pending action items. New business includes a discussion on developing a real estate prospectus for the agency. An executive session will consider a potential acquisition, demolition, or development of property.

• Review and approve minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting
• Unfinished business: demolition of properties, donation of properties, and other pending property transactions
• Unfinished business: action items for the Board of Directors
• New business: discussion on developing a real estate prospectus for the agency
• Executive session: potential acquisition, demolition, and/or development of property

BOPARC

The board will enter an executive session under West Virginia Code Section 6-9A-4. The session will cover employee matters such as recruitment, appointment, employment, retirement, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, resignation, discharge, dismissal, and compensation. No other agenda items are listed.

• Executive session on employee recruitment, appointment, employment, retirement, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, resignation, discharge, dismissal, and compensation

Four commissioners were present and established a quorum. The board unanimously approved a motion to enter executive session, later unanimously approved exiting that session, and then unanimously adjourned the meeting. No substantive policy or budget decisions were made.

• Enter executive session (motion passed 4-0)
• Exit executive session (motion passed 4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (motion passed 4-0)

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority Board of Commissioners will meet to approve the 2026 Annual PHA Plan. The board is also considering a contract for roof repairs at multiple public housing locations. Other items include a power grant update and commissioner training.

• Proposed $32,500 contract with R & R Services for roof replacements at 909/911 Harlem Street, 909/911 Columbia Street, 410/412 Chicago Street, and 101 Maple Avenue in Fairmont
• Approval of the 2026 Annual PHA Plan (Form HUD-50077-CRT-SM)
• Status update on the HCV Program/Shortfall Watch List
• City of Morgantown/FMHA POWER Grant update
• Discussion regarding Certificates of Deposits

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners will hold a special meeting to enter an executive session regarding employee recruitment, discipline, and compensation.

• Executive session on employee matters
• Meeting held virtually via Microsoft Teams

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners voted 4-0 to enter an executive session, later voted 4-0 to exit the session, and finally voted 4-0 to adjourn the meeting.

• Entered executive session (4-0)
• Exited executive session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board meeting scheduled for September 22, 2025, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Pedestrian Safety Board

The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board will meet via Microsoft Teams to review previous minutes and receive reports. The board will discuss upcoming events and plans presented by Jackie Peate of the MPO.

• Approval of June 23, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussion of upcoming events and plans with Jackie Peate (MPO)

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws. The body will also consider the adoption of its annual report and plan for International Human Rights Day.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153, and HRC Bylaws
• Adoption of the annual report
• Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
• 2025 International Human Rights Day activities
• WVHRC polling of municipal HRCs

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the August 28, 2025 meeting. They unanimously selected the individual recipient of the 2025 Human Rights Day Awards. They unanimously set the Human Rights Day ceremony for Sunday, December 7, from 4 to 6 p.m. The meeting was adjourned by motion of Fletcher, seconded by Trejo, and carried.

• Approved August 28, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Selected Individual awardee for 2025 Human Rights Day Awards (unanimous)
• Set Human Rights Day ceremony for Dec 7, 2025, 4‑6 p.m. (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Transit Authority

The Mountain Line Board will approve the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes and hear recognitions for Driver of the Month, Rider of the Month, and new hires. It will review monthly data, the finance committee's August 2025 finance report, and several construction updates, including roofing, Lot A development, and a propane fueling station canopy. Old business items include the downtown signage installation plan, the FTA review status, and Propane Vehicle #5. New business items are the West Run Agreement and responses to service cuts.

• West Run Agreement (new business)
• Downtown Signage Installation Plan (old business)
• Propane Vehicle #5 (old business)
• Service Cut Responses (new business)
• August 2025 Finance Report (Finance Committee)

Police Civil Service Commission

The Morgantown Police Civil Service Commission will hold a special meeting on September 17, 2025. The commission will address a new business item requesting a mandatory public hearing before the commission concerning an appeal of a hearing board decision, as required by West Virginia Code 8‑14‑20. The discussion may be held in executive session under WV State Code 6‑9A‑4(b)(2)(a). The meeting will also include the usual call to order.

• Demand for mandatory public hearing before the Civil Service Commission regarding appeal of hearing board decision (WV Code 8‑14‑20)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board will approve the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It will then consider several new applications, including a conditional use for a fraternity or sorority house and multiple variance requests. The agenda also contains a conditional use request for a restaurant/private club name change at 202 High St.

• CON25-070 – James Morrison, conditional use for a fraternity/sorority house, 709 High St, R‑2 Single and Two‑Family Residential District
• VAR25-074 – City Neon, variance relief for lighting and design standards, 479 Van Voorhis Rd, PRO Professional, Residential and Office District
• VAR25-076 – John Espinosa, variance relief for minimum off‑street parking, 731 Wells St, R‑1A Single‑Family Residential District
• VAR25-080 – Parker Walsh, variance relief for lighting and design standards, 469 High St, B‑4 General Business District
• CU14-11_Tin 202 – Tin 202, conditional use for a restaurant/private club name change, 202 High St, B‑4 General Business District

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a conditional use request for a fraternity house and several variance requests regarding parking and lighting. The board will also review a name change for a private club restaurant.

• Conditional use request for a fraternity house at 709 High St (CON25-070)
• Parking requirement variances for 731 Wells St, 67 Jones Ave, and 201 Waitman St
• Lighting and design variances for 479 Van Voorhis Rd and 469 High St
• Conditional use name change/transfer for a restaurant/private club at 202 High St
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 20, 2025

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will hold a special meeting on September 17, 2025. The meeting includes a community forum for open discussion of a proposed survey, Morgantown crime statistics, and citizen input. The board will also hold a meet‑and‑greet with refreshments before adjourning.

• Proposed Survey discussion
• Morgantown Crime Statistics presentation
• Citizen Input session
• Meet and Greet with Refreshments

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Historic Landmarks Commission will review updates on the Picture Scanning Day project, vacant commission seats, and the city’s recent takeover of the Easton Roller Mill, which may be annexed but requires no action by the commission. They will also discuss housekeeping items such as creating a procedural checklist. No new business items have been submitted for consideration.

• Picture Scanning Day – Scott to manage a Facebook page and report back by next meeting
• Vacant seats on the Historic Landmarks Commission
• Easton Roller Mill – city takeover; possible annexation, no commission action needed
• Housekeeping – Mike to compile a list of required procedures and next steps
• No new business items submitted

BOPARC

The special meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda was listed as procedural boilerplate.

BOPARC

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commission (BOPARC) will hold a special meeting. The board anticipates entering an executive session to discuss employee-related matters, including recruitment, compensation, and discipline.

• Executive session regarding employee recruitment, appointment, employment, retirement, promotion, transfer, demotion, discipline, resignation, discharge, dismissal or compensation

The Board approved the financial reports with a unanimous vote. It also approved the lowest qualified Veritas bid to replace Krepps Pavilion and the lowest qualified Veritas bid to build a new pavilion at Wiles Hill, each by a 5-0 vote. The Board entered and later exited an executive session on personnel matters and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved financial reports (5-0)
• Approved lowest qualified bid to Veritas for replacement of Krepps Pavilion (5-0)
• Approved lowest qualified bid to Veritas for construction of pavilion at Wiles Hill (5-0)
• Entered executive session to consider personnel matters (motion passed)
• Exited executive session (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Health and Wellness Commission

The Health and Wellness Commission will hear reports from the City Council (Louise “Weez” Michael) and BOPARC (Danielle Trumble). It will consider a new regulation and discuss plans for an Arts Walk scheduled for October. The meeting also includes standard items such as call to order, approval of minutes, public comments, and adjournment.

• Report from City Council presented by Louise “Weez” Michael
• Report from BOPARC presented by Danielle Trumble
• Discussion of a new regulation
• Planning for the Arts Walk scheduled for October
• Public comments

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board will approve minutes from its July 10 meeting and hear reports from its Statistics, Community Outreach, and Training committees. It will discuss the status of a community service funding proposal and an update on revised citizen complaint and commendation forms. The meeting includes a public comment period and a closed executive session for a City Attorney report on board membership and policy recommendations.

• Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Status update on community service funding proposal
• Update on revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations
• Committee reports: Statistics, Community Outreach, Training
• Executive session report from City Attorney’s Office

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to review reports from the Facilities Committee and the Director. The agenda includes discussions on roof work for APL and CAPL and the allocation of unrestricted funds.

• Studio Presentation by the Facilities Committee
• Unrestricted Funds Allocation
• APL Roof
• CAPL Roof
• Director Evaluation

The Library Board unanimously approved a $40,844 contract with Ultimate Roofing L.L.C. to install an Owens Corning shingle roof at the Cheat Area Public Library. It also amended the FY26 budget, adding $10,000 to the equipment line item to fund a new website using excess levy funds. The board accepted the Facilities Committee’s MSS plan, the Team Member Handbook, and the presented checks, all by unanimous vote. The minutes of the August 14 meeting were also approved unanimously.

• Approved $40,844 roof contract for Cheat Area Library (unanimous)
• Amended FY26 budget to add $10,000 for new website (unanimous)
• Accepted Facilities Committee MSS plan (unanimous)
• Accepted Team Member Handbook (unanimous)
• Approved checks as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment for 401 Vangilder Street, proposing to change the district from R‑1A (single‑family residential) to R‑3 (multi‑family residential). The request is submitted by Brandon Tucker on behalf of Jennifer Tucker. The meeting also includes approval of the August 14, 2025 minutes and routine public comment, committee reports, and staff comments.

• Zoning map amendment request for 401 Vangilder Street (R‑1A to R‑3)
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 14, 2025
• General public comments (matters not on the agenda)
• Committee reports
• Staff comments

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a zoning map amendment (MAP25‑79) that would change 401 Vangilder Street from an R‑1A single‑family residential district to an R‑3 multi‑family residential district. The commission will also vote on the minutes from the August 14, 2025 meeting. Public comments on any topic not on the agenda are allowed before the business items.

• MAP25‑79 – rezoning of 401 Vangilder Street from R‑1A (single‑family) to R‑3 (multi‑family)
• Approval of meeting minutes from August 14, 2025

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commission (BOPARC) will meet to conduct monthly business and review financial and executive reports. The board is scheduled to consider bids for a pavilion from Krepps & Wiles Hill Parks.

• Pavilion bids from Krepps & Wiles Hill Parks

BOPARC

The BOPARC board will review and decide on the pavilion construction bids submitted by Krepps & Wiles for Hill Parks. It will also approve the minutes from the August 13, 2025 regular meeting and allow public comment. An executive session is scheduled to discuss employee‑related matters such as recruitment and compensation.

• Approval of August 13, 2025 regular meeting minutes
• Public comment period for residents
• Review of pavilion bids – Krepps & Wiles for Hill Parks
• Executive session on employee recruitment, appointment, and compensation matters

The Board unanimously approved the financial report (5-0). It also approved the lowest qualified bids to Veritas for replacing the Krepps Pavilion and for constructing a new pavilion at Wiles Hill, each with a 5-0 vote. The Board entered and later exited an executive session to discuss personnel matters, then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved financial report (5-0)
• Approved lowest qualified bid to Veritas for replacement of Krepps Pavilion (5-0)
• Approved lowest qualified bid to Veritas for construction of pavilion at Wiles Hill (5-0)
• Entered executive session to consider personnel matters (motion passed)
• Exited executive session (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will consider several items related to water infrastructure and award recognitions. The board will approve task orders for water treatment and distribution planning and funding assistance. It will also discuss award nominations for the city’s wastewater treatment plants and a statewide operator of the year award. Additional old‑business items include various water and sewer projects and facility expansions.

• Approval of task orders for water treatment & distribution planning
• National Association of Clean Water Agencies Peak Performance Awards for city wastewater plants
• West Virginia Rural Water Association 2025 Operator of the Year Awards
• Cheat Lake WWTP Upgrade Project
• Whispering Oak Development – Phase I Sanitary Sewer Project

Green Team

The Morgantown Municipal Green Team will meet to review project updates and energy priorities. Discussions include a composting demo project and the EPA Solar For All grant.

• WV Composting Council Composting Demo Project
• EPA Solar For All grant
• Climate Mayors/Paris Climate Agreement resolution
• Trail developments update from Mark Brazaitis
• MMMPO Long Term Plan report from Aug. 19 public meeting

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency’s Greenspace Committee will convene a virtual meeting on September 8, 2025, to receive routine reports from the chair and staff and conduct standard procedural steps. No substantive decisions or new items are listed on the published agenda.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency’s Property Management Committee will hold a virtual meeting to receive reports from the chair and staff, discuss unfinished and new business, and then adjourn. No specific decisions or ordinances are listed on this procedural agenda.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency’s Underutilized Property Committee will hold a virtual meeting to receive reports from the Chair and staff, discuss new business, and adjourn. No specific decisions or actions are listed on the agenda.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and its bylaws. The body will also consider a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month and plan for 2025 International Human Rights Day.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153, and HRC Bylaws
• Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation
• 2025 International Human Rights Day activities
• Adoption of the Annual Report
• Source of Income forum status

The commission unanimously approved the amended minutes for the July 31, 2025 meeting. It voted to reaffirm Resolution No. 17-06, which supports the rights of immigrants, refugees, and asylees. Commissioners also unanimously approved drafting a Latino Heritage Month proclamation for September 15‑October 15.

• Approved July 31, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Reaffirmed Resolution 17-06 supporting immigrant, refugee, and asylee rights (vote passed)
• Approved drafting Latino Heritage Month proclamation (unanimous)

Sister Cities Commission

The commission will discuss updates regarding the “Talking to the World” project with Xuzhou and Hispanic Month 2025. The meeting includes a presentation by Frederick Blanton of Sister Cities International.

• Update on “Talking to the World” with Xuzhou
• Discussion and update on Hispanic Month 2025
• Presentation by Frederick Blanton on Sister Cities International

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency is meeting to discuss the demolition and donation of several city properties. The board will also consider revisions to the city's codified ordinances regarding the agency and a potential Side Lot Development Program.

• Demolition of 570 Pennsylvania Avenue, 635 Pennsylvania Avenue, and 637 E. Brockway Avenue
• Donation of 612 Arington Avenue, 300 Overdale Street, 121 Kingwood Avenue, 1994 Listravia Avenue, and Berthy Estate Properties
• Proposed revisions to City of Morgantown codified ordinances Article 147
• Discussion of a Side Lot Development Program
• Potential use of properties recently transferred to the agency

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority will meet to discuss updates on Augusta Pines and the agency's strategic plan. The board will consider a resolution to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and execute a contract for concrete work at public housing sites on Harlem Street in Fairmont.

• Resolution to authorize concrete work contract for public housing sites on Harlem Street, Fairmont
• Augusta Pines update
• Strategic Plan update
• Section 8 status discussion

The board approved the June 25 and July 15 meeting minutes and the financial report through June 30, 2025. It also authorized the Executive Director to negotiate and execute a contract for concrete work at public housing sites on Harlem Street. No public comments were received and the meeting adjourned at 4:42 p.m.

• Approved June 25, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financial report through June 30, 2025 (motion carried)
• Authorized Executive Director to negotiate concrete work contract for Harlem Street public housing sites (motion carried)

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board is meeting to welcome a new city arborist and review old business. The board is discussing an administrative text amendment to the updated tree and shrub list for the Article 1367 Landscaping & Screening Code.

• Welcome of new City Arborist, Ethan Legg
• Article 1367 Landscaping & Screening Code text amendment (City Council 1st reading Sept 16, 2025)
• Arbor Day Fall 2025 planning

The board unanimously approved the July 28 meeting minutes. A motion to adjourn the August 25 meeting also passed unanimously. The board tentatively selected October 11 for Arbor Day, planning to plant two Kwanzan cherry trees near the top of South Walnut Street after a brief ceremony at the Farmers’ Market.

• Approved July 28 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned the August 25 meeting (unanimous)
• Tentatively set Arbor Day for October 11 with planting of 2 Kwanzan cherries on South Walnut St.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws. The body will also review the meeting schedule and plan for International Human Rights Day activities.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153, and HRC Bylaws
• Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
• 2025 International Human Rights Day activities
• HRC City Webpage corrections
• FOIA Request communication

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws. The body will also review a proclamation for Hispanic Heritage Month and plan for 2025 International Human Rights Day activities.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153, and HRC Bylaws
• Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
• 2025 International Human Rights Day activities
• FOIA Request communication
• Review of HRC City Webpage corrections

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider requests for variances from the City’s Planning and Zoning Code. These requests involve accessory structures, lighting and design standards, and minimum lot provisions.

• VAR24-151: Accessory structure variance for 120 Doyle St
• VAR25-061: Lighting and design standards variance for City Neon at 228 Prospect St
• VAR25-063: Accessory structure variance for 367/369 Maple Ave
• VAR25-068: Minimum lot provisions variance for 844 Riverview Dr
• VAR25-073: Minimum lot provisions variance for 888 Riverview Dr

Health and Wellness Commission

The Health and Wellness Commission will meet to review reports from City Council and BOPARC. The body is scheduled to discuss a new regulation and the September Arts walk.

• Report from City Council by Louise “Weez” Michael
• Report from BOPARC by Danielle Trumble
• Discussion of a new regulation
• New business regarding the September Arts walk

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will meet to approve minutes, review committee reports, and discuss proposed updates to citizen complaint and commendation forms.

• Approval of July 10, 2025 meeting minutes
• Review of training with Dr. Nolan and Alden Martinez
• Update on proposal for revised citizen complaint forms
• Community forum scheduling update
• Public comment opportunity

Library Board

The Morgantown Public Library System Board of Trustees will meet to review reports and conduct business. The board is scheduled to discuss roof work for APL and CAPL, as well as payroll solutions.

• APL Roof (unfinished business)
• CAPL Roof (new business)
• Payroll Solutions
• Team Member Handbook
• Director Evaluation

The board unanimously approved the July 10, 2025 minutes and the use of FY25 unrestricted funds to buy library materials. Checks were approved as presented. The Team Member Handbook was tabled to the next meeting and the Payroll Solutions discussion was postponed.

• Approved July 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks as presented (motion passed)
• Tabled Team Member Handbook to next meeting
• Postponed Payroll Solutions discussion
• Approved use of FY25 unrestricted funds for library materials (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Building Commission

The Morgantown Building Commission will meet to approve previous minutes and address two new business items. The body is considering the approval of a lease for the Marina building and a resolution regarding authorized agents for financial transactions.

• Approval of Marina building lease
• Resolution designating authorized agents for banking and financial institutions

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two zoning map amendments for properties on Hartman Run Road and Beech Street. The body will also review a request from Administration to update the approved street tree and shrub list in the city code.

• MAP25-71: Request to rezone parcels on Hartman Run Road from I-1 Industrial to R-3 Multi-family Residential
• MAP25-72: Request to rezone 65 Beech Street from R-1A Single-Family Residential to R-2 Single and Two-Family Residential
• TXT25-36: Proposed amendment to Table 1367.11.01 regarding approved street trees and shrubs

BOPARC

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commission (BOPARC) will meet to review financial and executive director reports. The board anticipates entering an executive session to discuss real estate acquisition, construction planning, or development.

• Executive session regarding real estate acquisition, construction planning, and/or development

The Board approved the July 9 minutes by consensus. The city financial report was approved by a 6‑0 vote. The Board entered an executive session at 3:22 p.m., exited it at 4:22 p.m., and then adjourned at 4:23 p.m.

• Approved July 9 minutes by consensus
• Approved financial report (6-0)
• Entered executive session at 3:22 p.m.
• Exited executive session at 4:22 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 4:23 p.m.

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will review bids for trucks and an excavator, as well as a financing proposal from Clear Mountain Bank. The board is also discussing agreements for the acquisition of water and sewer utilities in Star City.

• Bid for three Regular Cab 4X4 Chassis Cab Trucks with Stainless Steel Dump Body
• Bid for one Hydraulic Excavator
• Financing proposal from Clear Mountain Bank
• Agreements for the acquisition of Star City water and sewer utilities
• O&M Agreement of Star City stormwater system

Police Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to schedule promotional exams for all ranks and certify names for new hires. The body will also discuss an officer's request to return and optional testing companies for entry-level exams.

• Setting dates for promotional exams for all ranks
• Certification of names for new hires
• Officer request to return
• Selection of optional testing companies for Entry-Level Police Officer Exam

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency’s Greenspace Committee will convene a virtual meeting on August 11, 2025. The session covers routine procedural steps, a chair’s report, a staff report, unfinished business, and any new items. No specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, contracts, or decisions are listed for discussion.

Green Team

The Morgantown Municipal Green Team will meet to discuss energy grants and the city's comprehensive plan. The body intends to finalize the latest draft of the Green Team Strategic Plan and review the 2024 Annual Report.

• EPA Solar For All grant discussion
• Climate Mayors/Paris Climate Agreement resolution
• Trail developments update from Mark Brazaitis
• Finalization of the Green Team Strategic Plan
• Review of the 2024 Annual Report

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The committee is meeting to conduct a session covering reports from the chair and staff. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific items listed for decision or discussion.

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will hold officer elections and review proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws. The body will also discuss a Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation and source of income forums.

• Officer elections
• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153
• Proposed amendments to HRC Bylaws
• Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
• Source of Income forums

The commission unanimously re‑elected Annie Cronan Yorick as Chair, Danny Trejo as Vice Chair, and Ashley Swanson as Secretary. The minutes from the June 19, 2025 meeting were also approved unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:19 PM.

• Chair Annie Cronan Yorick re‑elected (unanimous)
• Vice Chair Danny Trejo re‑elected (unanimous)
• Secretary Ashley Swanson re‑elected (unanimous)
• June 19, 2025 minutes approved (unanimous)
• Meeting adjourned at 9:19 PM (motion passed)

Woodburn Commission

The Woodburn Commission will meet to review the Complex renovation project and discuss tenant concerns. The meeting also includes the approval of previous minutes.

• Review and discussion of Complex renovation project
• Discussion of tenant concerns

A motion to accept the previous meeting’s minutes was made and seconded, but the record does not show a vote or approval. New business items noted acceptance of construction bids, a leak investigation in a homeschool hub room, and that tenants reported no other major concerns. The meeting was adjourned after a motion and second, with no vote tally provided.

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board is meeting to review an updated tree list for Article 1367 Landscaping & Screening Code. This administrative text amendment is scheduled for Planning Commission review on August 14th.

• Administrative Text Amendment to Article 1367 Landscaping & Screening Code (Updated Tree List)

The board approved the March 24 meeting minutes as amended with a unanimous vote. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously. No other actions or votes were taken.

• Approved March 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency is meeting to discuss the use of properties transferred from the City of Morgantown. The board will also consider establishing a Resource Development Committee and modifying city ordinances regarding agency membership.

• Demolition of properties at 570 and 635 Pennsylvania Avenue and 637 E. Brockway Avenue
• Donation of properties at 612 Arington Avenue, 300 Overdale Street, 121 Kingwood Avenue, 1994 Listravia Avenue, and Berthy Estate Properties
• Potential modifications to Section 147.02 of the City of Morgantown’s codified ordinances
• Resolution authorizing bank account signatories for Community Bank and United Bank
• Election of Secretary

PODA Review Committee

The PODA Review Committee will meet to review previous minutes and provide general updates. The body will discuss the status of annual renewals and review marketing materials.

• Review of PODA marketing materials
• Status of pending annual renewals

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to elect officers and review an annual report covering July 2023 through December 2024. The body will discuss proposed changes to the HRC Ordinance (City Code Section 153) and HRC Bylaws.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153
• Proposed amendments to HRC Bylaws
• Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
• Source of Income forums
• Annual Report for July 2023 through December 2024

Human Rights Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for July 17, 2025, was cancelled. The agenda included items regarding officer elections and proposed amendments to the HRC Ordinance.

• Proposed amendments to HRC Ordinance, City Code Section 153 and HRC Bylaws
• Hispanic Heritage Month Proclamation
• Annual Report July 2023 through December 2024
• Source of Income forums

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will meet virtually to discuss old business. The agenda focuses on two specific utility repair and upgrade projects.

• Deckers Creek Sanitary Sewer Main Repair Project
• Chaplin Hill Water Main Upgrade Project

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider four requests for variances regarding setbacks and minimum lot provisions. The board will also review a request to transfer a Conditional Use Permit for a private club at 263 Beechurst Avenue.

• Variance request for setbacks at 716 McKinley Ave (VAR25-030)
• Variance request for minimum lot provisions at 204 Kingwood St (VAR25-042)
• Variance request for minimum lot provisions at 336 Mulberry St (VAR25-054)
• Variance request for setback requirements at 495 Falling Run Rd (VAR25-060)
• Conditional Use Permit transfer for Mutt’s Place at 263 Beechurst Avenue

Transit Authority

The Citizens Advisory Committee will review Mountain Line reports and rider programs. The body will discuss service agreements for WVU and West Run, as well as updates on infrastructure projects.

• WVU Service Agreement
• West Run Service Agreement
• Roofing Project and Solar Power Plant update
• Downtown Signage Installation Plan
• Grey Line Waynesburg Airport stop relocation

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority is holding a special board meeting to discuss new business. The primary item is a resolution to authorize the Executive Director to negotiate and execute a contract for equipment replacements.

• Resolution 2025-03: Replacement of three HVAC units and hot water tanks at public housing sites

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Greenspace Committee will meet to discuss existing and planned trail networks in the community.

• Discussion on existing and planned trail networks

Health and Wellness Commission

The commission is reviewing the results of a launched survey and coordinating the distribution of printed pamphlets. Members are also discussing a potential arts walk for August or September.

• Review of survey results shared by Jordan
• Distribution of printed commission pamphlets
• Discussion of an arts walk for August or September

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will meet to receive committee reports and review old business. The board is discussing community service funding and revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations.

• Reports on survey distribution and neighborhood association outreach
• Training update involving Dr. Nolan and Alden Martinez
• Discussion of citizen concerns regarding St. Patrick’s Day
• Status of community service funding proposal
• Proposal for revised citizen complaint and commendation forms

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to conduct a Director evaluation and discuss the Team Member Handbook. The board will also review the APL Roof and hold an executive session regarding facilities.

• Director Evaluation
• Team Member Handbook
• APL Roof
• Executive Session regarding Facilities

The trustees approved the meeting minutes and the presented checks, both motions passing unanimously. The Team Member Handbook discussion was tabled until the August meeting, and the Arnettsville Public Library roof issue was moved to executive session where no action was taken. The board entered executive session, adjourned it, and then adjourned the regular meeting unanimously.

• Approved July 10 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Approved checks as presented (motion passed)
• Tabled Team Member Handbook discussion until August meeting
• Moved Arnettsville Public Library roof discussion to executive session (no action)
• Entered executive session at 10:00 am (motion passed)
• Adjourned executive session at 10:27 am (no action taken)
• Adjourned regular meeting at 10:27 am (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding a property request in the Second Ward. The body will also review meeting minutes from May and June 2025.

• Minor subdivision and lot consolidation request for 844 Riverview Drive (SUB25-37)

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting to elect officers and review the BOPARC Strategic Priority Fund. The board also plans to enter executive session to discuss attorney-client privileged matters and property development in the Deckers Creek Trail Area.

• Election of officers
• BOPARC Strategic Priority Fund
• Property acquisition or development in the Deckers Creek Trail Area

The Board approved the minutes from the June 11 meeting by consensus. The financial report was approved unanimously (6‑0). The board also approved a resolution establishing a capital maintenance fund, also 6‑0. Officers were nominated for chair, vice chair and secretary, and the board entered an executive session.

• Approved June 11 minutes (consensus)
• Approved financial report 6‑0
• Approved capital maintenance fund resolution 6‑0
• Nominated Danielle Trumble to continue as chair
• Nominated Susan Klingensmith as vice chair
• Nominated Jenny Thoma to continue as secretary
• Entered executive session (motion passed)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Underutilized Property Committee will hold a virtual meeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Morgantown Utility Board

The board will welcome new member Mark Downs and review several ongoing utility projects. The meeting includes discussions on water and sewer upgrades across various city locations. No new business is listed on the agenda.

• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project
• Valley View Storm Water Improvement Project
• Morgan Run Waterline Extension Project

Fire Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to conduct investigations pursuant to West Virginia Code. The body will also hold an executive session to discuss personnel matters including employment, compensation, and discipline.

• Investigation pursuant to W.A. Code § 8-15-15(3)
• Discussion of W. Va. Code § 8-15-17
• Executive session regarding public officer or employee appointment, compensation, or discipline

The commission approved the April 2 and June 3, 2025 meeting minutes by acclamation. It approved a drafted letter to be emailed to city administration, council, city attorney, interim city manager, HR, and the personnel board. The body moved into executive session at 5:05 p.m. and returned to open session at 5:26 p.m. The meeting was adjourned at 5:35 p.m.

• Approved April 2 and June 3, 2025 minutes (acclamation)
• Approved draft letter to city administration and related offices (motion carried)
• Moved to executive session at 5:05 p.m. (motion carried)
• Returned to open session at 5:26 p.m. (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:35 p.m. (motion carried)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee is meeting virtually to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency is meeting to address unfinished business regarding property demolitions and donations. The board will also consider establishing new subcommittees for property management and underutilized properties.

• Demolition of 570 and 635 Pennsylvania Avenue and 637 E. Brockway Avenue
• Donation of 612 Arington Avenue, 300 Overdale Street, 121 Kingwood Avenue, and 1994 Listravia Avenue
• Donation of Berthy Estate Properties
• Resolution to establish a Property Management Subcommittee
• Resolution to establish a City and Underutilized Property Subcommittee

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority will hold its annual board meeting to conduct officer elections and review manager reports. The board will also discuss a consulting agreement with ADC and receive an update on Section 8 status.

• Consulting Agreement with ADC
• Election of Officers
• 2025 Manager Report Outs
• Section 8 status update from SFP

Cultural Arts Commission

The Cultural Arts Commission will meet to introduce new members and discuss potential commission candidates. The body will also hold discussions regarding priorities, issues, or projects for 2026.

• Introduction of new members
• Discussion of potential commission members
• Planning for 2026 priorities, issues, or projects

ICC Building Code Board of Appeals

The ICC Building Code Board of Appeals will meet to discuss new business regarding two specific properties. The board is reviewing matters related to Morgantown Empire Assets LLC.

• Review of 321 Raymond Street
• Review of 445 Overhill Street

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commission (BOPARC) is holding a special virtual meeting. The body will take action regarding the recruitment and selection of an Executive Director.

• Action on recruiting and selecting an Executive Director

At a virtual special meeting on June 23, 2025, the Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners voted to open recruitment for a new executive director after the current director announced retirement. The motion was moved by Amel Morris, seconded by Meredith Balas, and passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned at 9:09 a.m.

• Opened recruitment for new executive director (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting

Pedestrian Safety Board

The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board will meet to approve minutes from February 24, 2025. The board is scheduled to review MPO Downtown Microsimulation recommendations via a PowerPoint presentation.

• Review of MPO Downtown Microsimulation recommendations

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss a proposed source of income ordinance and related public forums. The body will also work on bylaws amendments and the annual report covering July 2023 to December 2024.

• Proposed source of income ordinance and public forums
• HRC Bylaws Amendments
• HRC Annual Report (July 2023 to December 2024)
• July HRC Officer Election discussion
• Work on the former Minority Liaison Coordinating Council

The Human Rights Commission unanimously adopted the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved Commissioner Fletcher’s request to post information about her book club on the HRC Facebook page. No other substantive actions were decided at this meeting.

• Adopted May 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved posting book club info on HRC Facebook page (unanimous)

Traffic Commission

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transit Authority Board is meeting to discuss annual budgets and service agreements. The body will review the General Fund and Capital Escrow Account budgets for FY2025/26.

• FY2025/26 General Fund Budget
• FY2025/26 Capital Escrow Account Budget
• Grey Line Waynesburg Airport Stop Relocation
• Service agreements for West Run, WVU, and OWH
• Downtown Signage Installation Plan

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider three requests for variance relief from the City’s Planning and Zoning Code. These requests concern setbacks and minimum lot provisions for residential properties.

• VAR25-030: Setback variance request for 716 McKinley Ave
• VAR25-042: Minimum lot provision variance request for 204 Kingwood St
• VAR25-054: Minimum lot provision variance request for 336 Mulberry St

Traffic Commission

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transit Authority (Mountain Line) is holding a special online board meeting. The session is dedicated to a budgeting workshop.

• Budgeting Workshop

Health and Wellness Commission

The commission is meeting to review reports from City Council and BOPARC and discuss the distribution of commission pamphlets. Members will address the status of Health & Science grant funding and the upcoming annual report due June 30th.

• Annual report due by June 30th
• Update on received Health & Science grant funding
• Distribution of printed commission pamphlets
• Arts Walk event on June 14th featuring Smile Express and Monongalia Health department
• Review of survey results

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will meet to review committee reports and old business. The board is discussing data collection, public event scheduling, and revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations.

• Data collection discussion by the Statistics and Reporting Committee
• Scheduling of public events and alternate funding opportunities by the Community Outreach Committee
• Training dates and speakers for the Training Committee
• Revised forms for citizen complaints and commendation

The board decided to sponsor another community forum in September 2025. It directed Dr. Gandy to check with City Attorney Ryan Simonton about receiving compensation for the survey. Catherine Fonseca was tasked with drafting the Board’s Annual Report due June 30, 2025. The board also agreed to invite the new City Manager to a future meeting.

• Approved sponsoring a September 2025 community forum (no vote tally recorded)
• Directed Dr. Gandy to consult City Attorney Ryan Simonton on compensation (no vote tally recorded)
• Assigned Catherine Fonseca to prepare first draft of the June 30, 2025 Annual Report (no vote tally recorded)
• Chairman to invite the new City Manager to a monthly board meeting (no vote tally recorded)
• New member Chelsea Bihlmeyer volunteered for the Statistics and Reporting Committee (no vote tally recorded)
• Agreed to seek another meeting with Deputy Chief Chris Ruehmar regarding crime data (no vote tally recorded)
• Agreed that upcoming training will require Zoom capacity and include autism/behavioral disorder content (no vote tally recorded)

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will meet to consider the FY2026 budget and the election of officers. The agenda includes discussions on roof work for APL and a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the CAPL roof.

• FY2026 Budget
• CAPL Roof RFP
• APL Roof
• Election of Officers
• Team Member Handbook

The Library Board accepted the FY 2026 budget as presented and approved several operational items, including a credit‑card addition and the CAPL roof RFP. Checks were approved and the team‑member handbook was tabled until July 2026. Officers for the next term were elected.

• Approved FY 2026 Budget (unanimous)
• Approved credit‑card addition (motion passed)
• Accepted CAPL roof RFP for Cheat Area Public Library (unanimous)
• Approved checks as presented (motion passed)
• Tabled Team Member Handbook until July 2026
• Elected officers: President Amy Loomis, Vice‑President Dennis Smith, Treasurer Troy Krupica, Secretary Sue Carpenter, Member Linda Durfee (motion passed)
• Approved minutes of April 10, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved May 12, 2025 budget adjustments (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider several requests for minor subdivisions and lot consolidations in residential districts. The meeting includes a review of an unfinished subdivision request and two requests for zoning variances on Spring Branch Road.

• Minor subdivision and consolidation at 1220 Lions Avenue
• Minor subdivision and consolidation at 844 Riverview Drive
• Minor subdivision and consolidation at 1479 Tremont Avenue
• Minor subdivision at 204 Kingwood Street and 350 Cobun Avenue
• Two minor subdivision requests and zoning variances for Spring Branch Road

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners will meet to conduct monthly business. The primary action item is the approval of the lowest qualified bid for Lower Marilla Park.

• Approval of lowest qualified bid for Lower Marilla Park

The financial report covering pool passes and summer camp enrollment was approved unanimously (7‑0). A motion was made to approve the Lower Marilla Park contract with High Point Construction Group for $8,500,085.20, the lowest qualified bid. The board entered and later exited an executive session per West Virginia Code §6‑9A‑4. The meeting was adjourned at 4:29 p.m.

• Approved financial report (pool passes increase, summer camp enrollment) 7‑0
• Motion to approve Lower Marilla Park contract $8,500,085.20 moved (vote outcome not recorded)
• Entered executive session at 3:38 p.m. (motion moved and seconded)
• Exited executive session at 4:29 p.m. (motion moved and seconded)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:29 p.m. (motion moved and seconded)

Parking Authority

The Morgantown Parking Authority will discuss budget revisions for 2024-2025 and the budget for 2025-2026. The body will also review updates on the Lot C Project and parking equipment. An executive session is scheduled to discuss property transactions or public fund investments.

• 2025-2026 Budget
• 2024-2025 Budget Revision
• Lot C Project
• Parking Pay Station Shelters
• Parking Garage Gate Equipment

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific projects, decisions, or discussion topics are listed.

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will meet to discuss the budgets for fiscal year 2025-2026. The board will also review updates on several ongoing water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure projects.

• FY 2025-2026 Budgets
• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project
• Valley View Storm Water Improvement Project

Police Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to certify names for new hires and discuss testing companies for entry-level police officer exams.

• Certification of names for new hires
• Discussion of optional testing companies for entry-level police officer exams

The commission disqualified three candidates—Seth Gottron, Emily Harmon, and Leon Minard—from certification by consensus. The meeting was adjourned at 4:24 p.m.

• Disqualified Seth Gottron, Emily Harmon, Leon Minard from certification (consensus)
• Meeting adjourned at 4:24 p.m.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency's Underutilized Property Committee is holding a virtual meeting. The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate items.

Fire Civil Service Commission

The commission will meet to discuss the potential authorization of an investigation under W.A. Code § 8-15-15(3). The body will also hold an executive session regarding personnel matters.

• Potential authorization of an investigation pursuant to W.A. Code § 8-15-15(3)
• Executive session to discuss appointment, employment, or compensation of public officers or employees

The commission voted to begin an investigation pursuant to WV Code § 8‑15‑15(3). A motion was approved for Clerk Wade to forward a letter from President Prince to the interim and incoming city managers and the city attorney. The meeting minutes were not approved. The meeting was adjourned after the adjournment motion carried.

• Authorized investigation under WV Code §8-15-15(3) (motion carried)
• Approved forwarding of President Prince's letter to city officials (motion carried)
• Did not approve meeting minutes (no approval recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

PODA Review Committee

The PODA Review Committee will evaluate a new application for King of High Street dba Almost Heaven Bar & Grill. The committee will also review annual renewal conditional approval letters for nine businesses and discuss general PODA updates.

• New PODA application for King of High Street dba Almost Heaven Bar & Grill
• Annual renewal letters for 123 Pleasant Street and 48 Donley (with River View Rooftop)
• Annual renewal letters for Apothecary Ale House and Cafe, Art Bar, and El Pollon Kitchen and Bar
• Annual renewal letters for Gibbies Pub and Eatery, Iron Horse Tavern, Levels Arcade and Bar, and Pour Choices
• Updates on the closure of Chestnut Beer Hall and The Brew Pub

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Board will discuss the status of Section 8 and consider a consulting agreement with ADC. The meeting also includes a review of May funding announcements.

• Consulting Agreement with ADC
• Section 8 status update from SFP
• May Funding Announcements

The board approved the April 23, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the financial report after correcting the date to May 28, 2025. The resolution to approve a bridge loan for ADC was tabled pending further details.

• Approved April 23, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved financial report with corrected date (motion carried)
• Tabled bridge loan resolution for ADC (motion carried)

Sister Cities Commission

The commission will meet to discuss participation in the 'Talking to the World' program with Xuzhou and the 2025 Hispanic Month program. Members will also review the International Street Festival and budget payment protocols.

• Attendance at SCI Annual Meeting
• Participation in 'Talking to the World' with Xuzhou
• Hispanic Month 2025 Program
• International Street Festival
• Budget and Protocols for Payment

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will discuss marketing strategies for 430 Spruce Street and the responsibilities of the Green Belt Connections Committee. The board will also review a strategic plan update and data collection for the Lower Greenmont neighborhood.

• Marketing strategies for 430 Spruce Street
• Name and responsibilities of the Green Belt Connections Committee
• Conditions Needs Assessment data for Lower Greenmont neighborhood properties
• Strategic plan update
• Review of small area plan precedent examples

Transit Authority

The Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to discuss transit operations and infrastructure. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding the relocation of the Grey Line Waynesburg Airport stop.

• Public hearing on Grey Line Waynesburg Airport Stop Relocation
• Update on roofing project and solar power plant
• Downtown signage installation plan
• Discussion on Mon General stop location
• Microtransit update

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear four conditional-use and variance requests at this meeting. Three requests seek approval to open new restaurants in existing buildings, and one seeks a signage variance for a service business. The board will also review and likely approve the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting.

• Conditional use approval for 'Restaurant, Private Club' at 341 High St (CON25-018)
• Conditional use approval for 'Restaurant, Fast Food' at 324 Leonard St (CON25-027)
• Variance relief from off-street parking requirements at 324 Leonard St (VAR25-026)
• Variance relief from signage rules at 350 E Brockway Ave (VAR25-031)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review requests for conditional use permits and zoning variances. Decisions will be made regarding restaurant operations, signage, and bicycle storage requirements.

• Conditional use approval for a 'Restaurant, Private Club' at 341 High St
• Conditional use approval for a 'Restaurant, Fast Food' at 324 Leonard St
• Variance relief for off-street parking requirements at 324 Leonard St
• Variance relief for signage at 350 E Brockway Ave
• Variance relief for bicycle storage requirements at 445 Van Voorhis Rd for West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc.

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Morgantown Historic Landmarks Commission will hold its May 21 meeting to approve minutes, discuss vacant seats, review historic marker signs for three properties, and consider new business. No substantive decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Review historic marker signs for Kerns Fort at 305 Dewey Street
• Review historic marker signs for Edwards House at 501 White Avenue
• Review historic marker signs for Second Ward Negro School at 502 White Avenue
• Discuss Picture Scanning Day and vacant seats on the commission
• Consider request for new business

Transit Authority

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transit Authority will review monthly data and finance reports. The board is discussing the relocation of the Grey Line Waynesburg Airport stop and updates on a roofing project and downtown signage.

• Grey Line Waynesburg Airport stop relocation
• Roofing project construction updates
• Downtown signage installation plan
• Mon General stop location
• Microtransit and propane vehicle updates

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board will hold a working meeting to discuss the pruning of tree plantings owned by Morgantown Utility Board (MUB) located on the other side of White Park Reservoir. This is a routine maintenance discussion for the city's tree management.

• Pruning of MUB Tree Plantings near White Park Reservoir

Human Rights Commission

The commission will meet to discuss a proposed Source of Income ordinance and plan public forums. Members will also work on amending HRC bylaws and renaming the Minority Liaison Coordinating Council.

• Proposed Source of Income ordinance
• HRC Bylaws Amendments
• Renaming of the Minority Liaison Coordinating Council
• Adoption of April 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission accepted the amended minutes for the April 17, 2025 meeting with a unanimous vote. No other actions were decided, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:09 PM.

• Approved amended minutes for April 17, 2025 (unanimous)

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commission (BOPARC) will meet to conduct monthly business and review financial and director reports. The board is scheduled to approve the lowest qualified bid for a roof replacement project.

• Wiles Hill Community Center Roof Replacement bid approval

The board approved the April 9, 2025 meeting minutes by consensus. The financial report was approved unanimously with a 6‑0 vote. A motion to approve a lowest qualified bid of $155,500 from Sutter Roofing for the Wiles Hill Community Center was made and seconded. The meeting was adjourned at 3:32 p.m. after a motion to adjourn was made and seconded.

• Approved April 9 minutes (consensus)
• Approved financial report (6‑0)
• Motion to approve $155,500 Wiles Hill Community Center contract (moved, seconded)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:32 p.m. (motion made, seconded)

Traffic Commission

The Morgantown Traffic Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss project updates, including curb parking regulations and a truck study outline. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, neighborhood meeting reports, and commissioner comments.

• Discussion on curb parking regulations
• Review of truck study outline
• Approval of April 5, 2025 meeting minutes
• Summary of neighborhood meeting reports
• Commissioner comments on traffic matters

Building Commission

The Building Commission will meet to approve minutes from February 18, 2025, and consider a request to authorize the transfer of Tax Map 30, Parcel 202 to the City of Morgantown. The meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in City Hall.

• Consider authorizing transfer of Tax Map 30, Parcel 202 to the City of Morgantown (new business)

The commission approved the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0). It then authorized the transfer of Tax Map 30, Parcel 202 to the City of Morgantown (3‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 4:10 p.m.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Authorized transfer of Tax Map 30, Parcel 202 to the city (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:10 p.m.

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will consider approving two contracts: one with OMNI Architects for the Maintenance Shop Garage and one with Strand Associates for Water Treatment & Distribution Planning and Funding Assistance. The board will also receive updates on several ongoing utility projects including the Cheat Lake WWTP upgrade, Westridge/Chaplin Hill water and sewer projects, and the Upper Popenoe Run stream restoration. The meeting will include a public comment period and may conclude with an executive session for personnel and confidential matters.

• Contract approval with OMNI Architects for Maintenance Shop Garage design
• Contract approval with Strand Associates for Water Treatment & Distribution Planning and Funding Assistance
• Update on Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Update on Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects
• Update on Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will hear committee reports on the status of data receipt from Morgantown Police Department and on body camera policy recommendations. They will also discuss old business including community service funding proposals and revised citizen complaint forms. New business involves recruiting additional trainers for the board. Public comment is invited.

• Status of receipt of information from MPD
• Body Camera Policy Recommendations from the Board
• Community service funding proposal Phase 2
• Revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations
• Recruitment of additional trainers for the Board

The board approved a motion to clarify that the Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board (MCRAB) conducts external reviews, not internal MPD audits. The April 17, 2025 minutes were approved with minor edits. Several items, including the body‑camera policy recommendations, outreach events, and a discussion on meeting location, were postponed, with the decision to hold future meetings in the library. The board also noted a $1,000 budget allocation for 2025/2026.

• Approved clarification of MCRAB process as external review (motion passed)
• Approved April 17, 2025 minutes with minor edits
• Postponed body‑camera policy recommendations pending MPD system changes
• Postponed discussion of outreach events to June meeting
• Approved moving future meetings to the library for better public access
• Noted $1,000 budget grant for 2025/2026

Planning Commission

The Morgantown Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on two minor subdivision and lot consolidation applications in the R-1 Single-Family Residential District. The agenda also includes approval of the April 10 meeting minutes and general public comments.

• SUB25-34: Aaron Zerkel requests minor subdivision of 1220 Lions Avenue and consolidation with adjacent parcel (City Tax Map 15, Parcel 31 and 31.1).
• SUB25-35: Sharon Hayes requests minor subdivision and lot consolidation of three parcels at 336 Mulberry Street, 1249 and 1257 Oxford Place into two lots.
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 10, 2025.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will hold a virtual meeting with discussions on a strategic plan update and the property at 545 Brockway Avenue. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of routine procedural items.

• Discussion regarding strategic plan update
• Discussion regarding 545 Brockway Avenue

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee of the Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency is holding a virtual meeting. The agenda includes only standard procedural items such as call to order, reports, and new business. No specific rezonings, contracts, or other substantive matters are listed for discussion or decision.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Property Management Committee is meeting virtually for a largely procedural session. The only substantive discussion item is an update on the agency's strategic plan. No votes or specific actions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion regarding strategic plan update

Police Civil Service Commission

The Police Civil Service Commission will discuss a request for a public hearing regarding an appeal of a hearing board, which may be held in executive session as permitted by state law. The commission will also set dates for entry-level exams in June and October 2025.

• Discussion of request for public hearing on appeal of hearing board (possible executive session under WV Code 6-9A-4(b)(2)(a))
• Setting dates for June and October 2025 entry-level exams
• Meeting held at 300 Spruce Street, Morgantown

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The board will hear a presentation from Charleston city planner John Butterworth on that city's side lot program, homeownership renovation revolving fund, and new construction incentive. Members will also receive status updates on demolitions at 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue and 637 E. Brockway Avenue, as well as on donation of several properties including 612 Arlington Avenue, 300 Overdale Street, 121 Kingwood Street, 1994 Listravia Avenue, and the Berthy Estate. Other business includes updates on the Spruce Center, strategic plan, and data collection in the Lower Greenmont neighborhood.

• Presentation and discussion with Charleston planner John Butterworth on the City's Side Lot Program, Home-ownership Property Renovation Revolving Fund, and New Construction Incentive Program
• Status update on demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue and 637 E. Brockway Avenue
• Donation of property status updates for 612 Arlington Avenue, 300 Overdale Street, 121 Kingwood Street, 1994 Listravia Avenue, and Berthy Estate (multiple properties)
• Spruce Center update and Strategic Plan update and next steps
• Data collection on properties in Lower Greenmont neighborhood and status of CDBG funding for Lower Greenmont greenspace

Human Rights Commission

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission will meet to discuss proposed amendments to its bylaws and review the 2025 legislative session of the Minority Liaison Coordinating Council. A key item is the discussion of a proposed ordinance banning housing discrimination based on source of income, along with plans for public forums. The commission will also continue planning its 2025 priorities.

• Discuss further HRC Bylaws Amendments
• Review Minority Liaison Coordinating Council 2025 Legislative Session
• Discuss proposed Source of Income ordinance and plan public forums
• Continue planning 2025 HRC priorities
• Adopt minutes from March 20, 2025 meeting

The commission accepted the minutes from the March 20, 2025 regular meeting by unanimous vote. No other substantive actions were decided during the session. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 20, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The board will discuss the status of information received from the Morgantown Police Department and reports sent to neighborhood associations. Members will also review updates on community service funding and revised citizen complaint and commendation forms.

• Status of information receipt from MPD
• Monthly reports for neighborhood associations
• Community service funding proposal Phase 2
• Revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations
• Training update with Dr. Nolan

The board decided to return to a regular schedule of meetings on the second Thursday of each month at noon. It approved changing the annual report deadline to June 30 in response to a city policy change. The body‑camera policy recommendation was postponed to the next meeting, and the board agreed to hold one more meeting in the executive conference room before deciding on a permanent location. Members will meet to discuss and integrate edits to the citizen‑complaint and commendation forms.

• Adopted regular meeting schedule: second Thursday at noon
• Changed annual report deadline to June 30
• Postponed body‑camera policy recommendations to next meeting
• Agreed to hold one more meeting in executive conference room before final location decision
• Planned outreach event for June and community forum for October
• Will meet to discuss and integrate edits to citizen complaint and commendation forms

Woodburn Commission

The Woodburn Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the Complex renovation project and the annual report. The meeting is for discussion only, with no formal decisions scheduled.

• Review and discuss the Complex renovation project
• Review and discuss the annual report

The Woodburn Commission agreed to proceed with replacing the roof of the main building and gymnasium (building A & B). The work will be fast‑tracked to fix existing leaks. Cost estimates will be prepared later as the budget allows. No other actions were taken.

• Agreed to proceed with roof replacement for building A & B (fast‑tracked)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will review two variance requests regarding city zoning codes. These include a request for accessory structures at 120 Doyle St and a request regarding setbacks and encroachments at 258 Retail Cir.

• VAR24-151: Variance request for accessory structures at 120 Doyle St
• VAR 25-017: Variance request for setbacks and encroachments at 258 Retail Cir (Mariachi Loco)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will consider approving its February 2025 meeting minutes and then hold public hearings on two variance requests. One request from Brenda Hughes seeks relief from accessory structure rules at 120 Doyle St in an R-1A district. The other, from Daniels Contracting on behalf of Mariachi Loco, seeks relief from setback rules at 258 Retail Cir in a B-5 district.

• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes
• VAR24-151 / Brenda Hughes / 120 Doyle St – variance for accessory structures in R-1A district
• VAR25-017 / Daniels Contracting / 258 Retail Cir – variance for setbacks in B-5 district for Mariachi Loco

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Morgantown Historical Landmarks Commission will meet to approve minutes from January and discuss several old business items, including a potential façade restoration for the Christian Help building on Walnut Street. They will also address vacant commission seats, a picture scanning day, and monitor the status of historic marker signs for properties like Kerns Fort, Edwards House, Second Ward Negro School, and Easton Roller Mill. No formal decisions are anticipated on these discussion items.

• Approval of minutes from January 15, 2025
• Discussion of picture scanning day for historic photos
• Filling vacant seats on the commission
• Façade restoration opportunity for Christian Help building on Walnut Street
• Monitoring historic marker signs: Kerns Fort (305 Dewey St), Edwards House (501 White Ave), Second Ward Negro School (502 White Ave), Easton Roller Mill

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider two requests for minor subdivisions and lot consolidations. These actions determine how specific parcels of land are divided or combined for development.

• SUB25-21: Lot consolidation of 367 and 369 Maple Street (R-1A Single-Family Residential District)
• SUB25-25: Minor subdivision and consolidation request by Monongalia County Board of Education on Research Park Road (B-5 Shopping Center District)

The commission corrected the February 13 minutes to note Palmer was absent and approved them. It also approved the March 26 minutes. In new business, it approved a minor subdivision for 367 and 369 Maple Street by a 5‑1 vote and approved a minor subdivision for the Monongalia County Board of Education unanimously.

• Corrected February 13 minutes to show Palmer absent (all in favor)
• Approved March 26 minutes as presented (all in favor)
• Approved SUB25-24 minor subdivision at 367 & 369 Maple St. (5-1)
• Approved SUB25-25 minor subdivision for Monongalia County Board of Education (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the revised March 13, 2025 minutes. They approved the presented checks. The board adjourned the meeting at 10:03 am. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved checks as presented (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

BOPARC

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners (BOPARC) will consider approving the 2025/2026 budget. The board will also hold an executive session regarding real estate lease, purchase, or development within public parks. Public comment is invited.

• Approval of 2025/2026 budget
• Executive session on real estate lease, purchase, or development within public parks
• Approval of March 12, 2025 minutes

The board approved the minutes from the March 12, 2025 meeting by consensus. The financial report for fiscal year 2025 was approved by consensus. The 2025‑2026 budget was approved by consensus.

• Approved March 12, 2025 meeting minutes (consensus)
• Approved FY 2025 financial report (consensus)
• Approved 2025‑2026 budget (consensus)
• Entered executive session (motion passed)
• Exited executive session (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board is meeting to receive updates on several water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure projects, including the Cheat Lake WWTP upgrade and the Westridge/Chaplin Hill projects. No new business is on the agenda. The meeting will include a public comment period and conclude with an executive session for confidential discussions on construction planning and other exempt matters.

• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project update
• Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects update
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project update
• North High Street Sanitary and Storm Lining Project update
• Executive session for construction planning and confidential matters

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee of the Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency holds a virtual meeting with only procedural agenda items: call to order, proof of notice, reports from the chair and staff, and new business. No specific properties, resolutions, or decisions are listed for discussion or action, making this a largely administrative session.

• Agenda includes only standard procedural items; no specific properties or ordinances are identified

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will meet to review neighborhood meeting reports and hold a project discussion. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and general commission business.

• Review of neighborhood meeting reports
• Traffic Commission project discussion

Fire Civil Service Commission

The Fire Civil Service Commission will set dates for promotional and entry-level agility/written exams, discuss a promotional reading list, and set a date for an open house. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes.

• Set date for promotional exam
• Discussion of promotional reading list
• Set date for entry level agility and written exam
• Set date for open house

Fire Civil Service Commission

The Fire Civil Service Commission will set dates for the promotional exam and the entry-level agility and written exam, discuss the promotional reading list, and set a date for an open house. The meeting includes approval of minutes from January 7, 2025, and is largely administrative.

• Set date for promotional exam
• Discussion of promotional reading list
• Set date for entry-level agility and written exam
• Set date for open house

The Fire Civil Service Commission approved the date for the promotional exam on July 2, 2025. It also set the entry‑level agility test for June 28, 2025, and the written exam for July 30, 2025. Both motions were carried after discussion.

• Set promotional exam date for July 2, 2025 (motion carried)
• Set entry‑level agility test date for June 28, 2025 (motion carried)
• Set written exam date for July 30, 2025 (motion carried)

Sister Cities Commission

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including the International Street Festival and budget/payment protocols, and review old business such as the 'Talking to the World' program with Xuzhou, Hispanic Month 2025 planning, and return shipping for a Han Dynasty art exhibit. The agenda consists largely of updates and discussions with no final decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• New business: International Street Festival planning
• New business: Budget and protocols for payment
• Old business: Update on 'Talking to the World' with Xuzhou
• Old business: Discussion of Hispanic Month 2025 program
• Old business: Return shipping of art for Han Dynasty exhibit

Woodburn Commission

The Woodburn Commission will hold a meeting to discuss an update on the building renovation project and address tenant concerns. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion items and procedural matters.

• Discussion on update of building renovation project
• Discussion of tenant concerns

The commission corrected spelling errors in the prior meeting's minutes and adopted the amendment by unanimous consent. Members discussed building plans, HVAC, roof leaks, and tree planting, but no formal approvals or votes were recorded. The annual report will be considered at the next meeting scheduled for late May. All motions were procedural and passed without dissent.

• Amended previous meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The board will consider two resolutions to acquire City Tax District 10 parcels 148 and 149 for $26,000 and $20,000 respectively. Members will also discuss a strategic planning session report, the role of property management and underutilized property committees, and potential funding sources for the agency.

• Resolution to acquire parcel 148 (Tax Map 29) for $26,000
• Resolution to acquire parcel 149 (Tax Map 29) for $20,000
• Discussion on the report from the Strategic Planning Session on February 7, 2025
• Discussion on the role of Property Management and City/Underutilized Property Committees
• Discussion on potential funding sources for the Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

Planning Commission

The Morgantown Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider one item of new business: a minor subdivision application for 50 Clay Street. The applicant, Mon Wharf LLC, requests permission to split the parcel into two lots and consolidate part with an adjacent property. Staff recommends approval subject to conditions including a purchase agreement, utility service letter, and final plat requirements.

• SUB25-20: Mon Wharf LLC requests minor subdivision of 50 Clay Street (B-4 General Business District) into two parcels; staff recommends approval with five conditions
• Public comments will be heard on matters not on the agenda
• The property currently contains Oliverio's Ristorante on the Wharf and a vacant office building
• Proposed consolidation with adjoining parcel (Tax Map 28, Parcel 60.1) for the applicant's existing operations

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to elect a President and Vice President. The body will also review a request to subdivide a property into two parcels.

• Election of President and Vice President
• SUB25-20: Minor subdivision request for 50 Clay Street by Mon Wharf LLC

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will meet to discuss a request from Mon Wharf LLC. The proposal involves a minor subdivision of a property into two parcels.

• SUB25-20: Minor subdivision request for 50 Clay Street by Mon Wharf LLC

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board will discuss its 2025 goals and plan participation in two upcoming community events: Mon Power Arbor Day on April 24 and the MRTC Spring Handmade Market on April 26. The meeting includes staff report, old and new business, and a public portion.

• Old business: review of goals for 2025
• New business: Mon Power Arbor Day on April 24th
• New business: MRTC Spring Handmade Market Tree Board table on April 26th

The board unanimously approved the February 24 meeting minutes as amended. A motion to hold a May 20 field‑working meeting was also passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved February 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved May 20 field working meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear two variance requests: one from Kenneth Dufalla for Sunny's of Sunnyside at 2041 University Ave seeking relief from setback requirements, and one from Jason Nipper for Joan and Joes Coffee at 1481 University Ave seeking relief from signage regulations. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson and approve minutes from its February meeting.

• VAR25-012: Variance request by Kenneth Dufalla for Sunny's of Sunnyside at 2041 University Ave for setback relief (Section 1347.04) in B-2 district
• VAR25-013: Variance request by Jason Nipper for Joan and Joes Coffee at 1481 University Ave for signage relief (Section 1369) in R-2 district
• Election of board officers (chairperson and vice-chairperson)
• Approval of meeting minutes from February 19, 2025

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will hold a special meeting to elect 2025 officers and establish a meeting schedule. The board will also review committee reports and discuss the status of a community survey funding proposal.

• Election of officers for 2025
• Setting of 2025 meeting schedule
• Status of funding proposal for Community Survey Phase 2
• Proposed change of Annual Report deadline to June 30
• Evaluation of March 18 meeting with Chief Powell

Human Rights Commission

The Human Rights Commission will discuss a proposed ordinance banning discrimination based on source of income and plan public forums on the issue. The commission will also vote on amendments to its bylaws regarding meeting absenteeism and the Minority Liaison Coordinating Council. Additional items include updates from the chair, officers, and liaisons, and assigning duties for 2025 priorities.

• Discuss Source of Income proposed ordinance and plan for public forums
• Approve amendments to HRC Bylaws on absenteeism and Minority Liaison Coordinating Council
• Review 2025 Legislative Session
• Assign duties for 2025 HRC priorities
• Approve minutes from February 20, 2025

The Human Rights Commission accepted the minutes from the February 20, 2024 regular meeting after a motion by Commissioner Fletcher and a second by Vice Chair Trejo. The motion passed unanimously. No other formal actions or votes were recorded at this meeting.

• Approved February 20, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

MMMPO

The MMMPO Policy Board will vote on amending the Transportation Improvement Program to shift $2,478,577 in federal funds for WVU's PRT upgrades, adopt the FY 2025-2026 Unified Planning Work Program, authorize a $75,000 line of credit for cash flow concerns, approve the 2019-2023 Crash Report, and discuss the Metropolitan Transportation Plan update work program. The meeting also includes committee reports and a community garden update.

• TIP amendment: $2,478,577 federal increase for PRT preventive maintenance (Section 5337), requested by WVU due to grant uncertainty
• Adoption of FY 2025-2026 UPWP with 3% staff COLA and reduced retirement contribution (9% from 12%)
• Authorize $75,000 line of credit with United Bank to address cash flow and consultant contract delays
• Adopt 2019-2023 Crash Report for use in Metropolitan Transportation Plan update
• Review Metropolitan Transportation Plan update work program (non-action item)

Transit Authority

The Citizens Advisory Committee will review minutes, set 2025 meeting dates, and hear public comments. They will receive a Mountain Line report including route updates and data. Unfinished business includes a roofing/solar construction update, downtown signage installation, and a Grey Line stop relocation. New business covers a new CAC application, a bicycle policy, and a Mon General stop location.

• Construction update on roofing project and solar power plant
• Downtown signage installation plan
• Grey Line - Waynesburg Airport stop relocation
• Bicycle policy discussion
• Mon General stop location discussion

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will hold a special meeting with Police Chief Eric Powell. The board will discuss department staffing, recruiting, and training, and review the Morgantown Police Department Body Camera Policy.

• Update on Morgantown Police Department staffing, recruiting, and training
• Briefing to Chief Powell regarding the CPRAB Community Survey
• Discussion of possible changes to the Morgantown Police Department Body Camera Policy

Health and Wellness Commission

The Health and Wellness Commission will meet to discuss the launch of a community survey and the receipt of Health & Science grant funding. The body will also coordinate the distribution of printed commission pamphlets.

• Review of results from the Qualtrics survey
• Update on received Health & Science grant funding
• Distribution plan for printed commission pamphlets
• Introduction of new members Chloe and Rebekah

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will hold a regular meeting featuring a presentation on ArcGIS mapping. Unfinished business includes a property donation from the Berthy Estate, demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue, data collection in Lower Greenmont, transfer of city-owned properties to the agency, and a promotional brochure for 430 Spruce Street. New business covers temporary right-of-entry agreements for 570 Pennsylvania Avenue, 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue, and 637 E. Brockway Avenue, along with discussion of the future use of 637 E. Brockway, a strategic planning report, committee role adjustments, and prioritization of demolition projects.

• Berthy Estate – donation of property
• Demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Transfer of City-owned properties to the Land Reuse and Preservation Agency
• Temporary Right-of-Entry Agreement for 637 E. Brockway Avenue
• Prioritization of demolition projects

Library Board

The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, hear reports from the president, director, and treasurer, and discuss old business including health insurance and the team member handbook. New business includes planning for National Library Week. A public forum will be held for community input.

• Discussion of health insurance for library staff
• Review and potential updates to the Team Member Handbook
• Planning for National Library Week events
• Facilities Committee report
• Approval of minutes from February 13, 2025 meeting

The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the purchase of $25 gift cards for staff using donated funds, and agreed to move discussion of the Team Member Handbook to the April meeting. The board also approved the February meeting minutes, financial statements, and checks as presented. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural with reports from staff and committees.

• Approved $25 gift cards for staff funded by Morgantown Friends of the Library (motion carried)
• Moved Team Member Handbook consideration to April meeting (agreed)
• Approved February 13, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved financial statements, filed for audit
• Approved checks as presented (motion passed)

BOPARC

The Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners will hold its monthly meeting, starting with approval of January minutes, public comment, and financial reports. The main business item is consideration of the lowest qualified bid for a playground at Marilla Park.

• Consideration of the lowest qualified bid for Marilla Park Playground #2

The Board of Parks and Recreation Commissioners approved the lowest qualified bid from Veritas for the Lower Marilla Park playground at $378,206, covering playground equipment, surfacing, and vegetation. The board also approved the financial report and the minutes of the January 8 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $378,206 playground contract with Veritas (5-0)
• Approved financial report (6-0)
• Approved minutes of January 8, 2025 meeting (consensus)

Parking Authority

The Morgantown Parking Authority will discuss unfinished business including surface lot pay stations, Lot C bid packet, and Spruce Garage repair update. New business items include a budget adjustment, budget performance report, and director vacation. The board will also enter executive session to consider property purchase, sale, or lease under state open government law.

• Surface lot pay stations
• Lot C bid packet
• Spruce Garage repair update
• Budget adjustment
• Executive session on property purchase/sale/lease

Transit Authority

This work session of the Monongalia County Urban Mass Transit Authority (Mountain Line) will discuss a 16% increase in funding for the Public Employees Insurance Agency (PEIA), anticipated to be held in executive session. No other business is on the agenda.

• Discussion of 16% PEIA funding increase in anticipated executive session

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transportation Authority Board met on March 12, 2025, and immediately moved into executive session to discuss a personnel issue. The board reconvened at 12:49 PM and adjourned at 12:50 PM. No substantive decisions were recorded in the minutes.

• Moved into executive session to discuss personnel issue (motion by Jeremy Evans, seconded by Jonathan Cook)
• Reconvened from executive session at 12:49 PM (motion by Wesley Nugent)
• Adjourned at 12:50 PM (motion by Jeremy Evans)

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will discuss new business including a presentation from Star City, a bid for the King’s Court Sewer Extension Project, a lining project on North High Street, and selection of PEIA plan for FY ending June 2026. Old business covers ongoing projects such as Cheat Lake WWTP upgrades, Westridge/Chaplin Hill water and sewer, Upper Popenoe Run stream restoration, and Whispering Oak Development Phase I. The board will also enter executive session for confidential matters.

• King's Court Sewer Extension Project Bid
• North High Street Sanitary Sewer and Storm Lining Project
• PEIA Plan Selection for FY ending June 2026
• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project

Sister Cities Commission

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission will hold a regular meeting to nominate a chair, vice-chair, and secretary, deferred from January. The commission will also discuss updates on the 'Talking to the World' program with Xuzhou, the Hispanic Month 2025 program, and return shipping for the Han Dynasty Exhibit. The meeting includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and a report on correspondence and the newsletter.

• Nomination of Commission Chair, Vice-Chair and Secretary
• Discussion and update on 'Talking to the World' with Xuzhou
• Discussion of Hispanic Month 2025 Program
• Return shipping of art for the Han Dynasty Exhibit
• Approval of meeting minutes from September 26, 2024 and January 30, 2025

The Morgantown Sister Cities Committee filled its vacant officer positions, electing Sarah Barnes as Vice Chair and Dillan Ritchie as Secretary. The committee approved the minutes from its September 26, 2024, and January 30, 2025, meetings. Members discussed plans for a 'Talking to the World' course, Hispanic Heritage Month 2025, the Han Dynasty Exhibit, and the International Street Festival, with several items flagged as urgent or needing further planning.

• Elected Sarah Barnes as Vice Chair
• Elected Dillan Ritchie as Secretary
• Approved the September 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approved the January 30, 2025 meeting minutes
• Discussed, but did not decide, plans for a 'Talking to the World' course
• Discussed, but did not decide, plans for Hispanic Heritage Month 2025
• Discussed, but did not decide, plans for the Han Dynasty Exhibit
• Discussed, but did not decide, plans for the International Street Festival 2025

Traffic Commission

The Morgantown Traffic Commission will convene to summarize neighborhood meeting reports, review results from an October 2024 workshop, and discuss ongoing traffic projects. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

This meeting of the Underutilized Property Committee is procedural only, with no specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings listed on the agenda. The committee will hear reports from the chair and staff and consider new business if any arises.

• No actionable items are listed on the agenda beyond standard procedural items.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific properties, contracts, or ordinances are listed for decision or discussion.

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will discuss property acquisitions, demolitions, and the future use of 637 E. Brockway Avenue. The board will also hear a presentation from a Charleston, WV planner regarding side lot and home-ownership programs.

• Temporary Right-of-Entry Agreements for 570 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Temporary Right-of-Entry Agreements for 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Temporary Right-of-Entry Agreement and future use of 637 E. Brockway Avenue
• Demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Donation of Berthy Estate property

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Board will consider temporary right-of-entry agreements with the City for three properties on Pennsylvania Avenue and Brockway Avenue. They will also discuss demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue, a donation of the Berthy Estate, and a presentation from Charleston's planner on redevelopment programs. Additional items include funding and data collection for Lower Greenmont and the future use of 637 E. Brockway Avenue.

• Presentation/discussion with Charleston planner John Butterworth on Side Lot Program and renovation funds
• Discussion of Berthy Estate property donation
• Demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Temporary Right-of-Entry Agreements for 570 PA Ave, 635/641 PA Ave, and 637 E Brockway Ave
• Discussion on future use of 637 E. Brockway Avenue

Woodburn Commission

The Woodburn Commission will meet to discuss an update on the building renovation project, along with routine procedural items such as approving minutes and setting the next meeting date. No formal votes or financial decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of building renovation project update

The Woodburn Commission voted unanimously to write a letter to the city requesting a temporary patch for frequent roof leaks at the Woodburn Community Complex until the roof is updated. The commission also reviewed conceptual plans for the complex renovations and discussed tenant requests, including a Girl Scout flower bed cleanup and a more permanent lease for a tenant. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved motion to write letter requesting temporary roof leak fix (unanimous)
• Amended previous meeting minutes to include city workers in attendance (unanimous)

Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority

The Fairmont-Morgantown Housing Authority board will meet to consider approving the 2024 Section Eight Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) and a resolution authorizing the executive director to negotiate a contract for retaining wall and safety fence repairs at the Fairmont office. The board will also discuss Section 8 status and hold an executive session on personnel safety. Previous meeting minutes and communications are set for approval.

• Approval of Resolution 2025-01 for the 2024 HUD SEMAP
• Approval of Resolution 2025-02 to negotiate contract for retaining wall and safety fence at 103 12th Street, Fairmont
• Discussion of Section 8 Status
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Executive session on personnel safety issues

Tree Board

The Morgantown Tree Board will discuss and set goals for 2025 during this meeting, along with routine items such as approving minutes and a city staff report. No old business is listed.

• Discussion of goals for 2025

Pedestrian Safety Board

The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board will meet to elect a chair, vice chair, and secretary, and to discuss connectivity to the proposed Greenbelt from the Mon Valley Green Space Coalition. The board will also approve minutes from January 27, 2025, and hear officer and ex-officio reports. No old business is on the agenda.

• Officer elections for chair, vice chair, and secretary
• Discussion of connectivity to the proposed Greenbelt from the Mon Valley Green Space Coalition
• Approval of minutes from January 27, 2025

Human Rights Commission

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission will consider approving a bylaws amendment related to quorum and discuss the proposed Source of Income ordinance, including plans for public forums. Members will also outline HRC priorities for 2025 and address meeting absenteeism. The meeting includes a public portion and updates from the chair, officers, and liaisons.

• Approve language of HRC Bylaws Amendment for Quorum and Minority Liaison Coordinating Council
• Discuss the proposed Source of Income ordinance and plan for public forums
• Outline HRC priorities for 2025
• Address HRC meeting absenteeism
• Update from WVU Women’s Gymnastics tabling opportunity

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission unanimously approved a Bylaws Quorum Amendment requiring at least three commissioners for a quorum, and confirmed Mimi Ferguson as the WVU SGA Liaison. The commission also reviewed proclamations for 2025 and discussed updates on city insurance, contract addendums, and community outreach.

• Adopted Bylaws Quorum Amendment requiring 3 commissioners for quorum (unanimous)
• Confirmed Mimi Ferguson as WVU SGA Liaison (unanimous)
• Approved January 16, 2025 minutes as amended (unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear six requests from Eric Wingelaar on behalf of WVU Hospitals, Inc. for property at 445 Van Voorhis Rd. Four variance requests seek relief from setback, loading, and bicycle storage requirements, and two conditional use requests seek approval for shared and off-site parking facilities. The board will also elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson and approve minutes from January 15, 2025.

• VAR25-006: variance from setback requirements (Section 1347.04) for parcels in R-1 Single-Family Residential District.
• VAR25-007: variance from setback requirements (Section 1347.04) for parcels in B-2 and O-I districts.
• VAR25-008: variance from loading requirements (Section 1365.10) for parcels in B-2 and O-I districts.
• VAR25-009: variance from bicycle storage requirements (Section 1365.04) for parcels in B-2 district.
• CON25-010 and CON25-011: conditional use approvals for shared parking (Section 1365.04) and off-site parking (Section 1365.07) facilities on R-1 parcels.

Transit Authority

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transit Authority (Mountain Line) board will hold a public hearing on relocating the Grey Waynesburg Airport stop. The board will also consider updates to bicycle, personnel, safety, procurement, and substance abuse policies, and the PEIA 2025/26 budget. Other items include construction updates on a roofing project and downtown signage installation.

• Public hearing on Grey Waynesburg Airport Stop Relocation
• Bicycle policy update
• Personnel policy update (separate packet)
• Safety policy update (PTASP) (separate packet)
• PEIA 2025/26 budget discussion

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transportation Authority Board approved a new bicycle policy, personnel policy update, safety policy update, procurement policy update, and substance abuse policy update, all unanimously. The board also approved the January 2025 finance report and minutes from prior meetings. The Grey Line Waynesburg Airport stop relocation remains open pending further information from Greene County.

• Approved January 2025 finance report (all in favor)
• Approved Bicycle Policy (all in favor)
• Approved Personnel Policy Update (all in favor)
• Approved Safety Policy Update (all in favor)
• Approved Procurement Policy Update (all in favor)
• Approved Substance Abuse Policy Update (all in favor)
• Approved minutes for January 15 and February 5, 2025 (all in favor)

Health and Wellness Commission

The commission will discuss the launch of a community survey and potential partnerships with Mal’s Fresh Product and Mainstreet Morgantown. The body will also address three vacancies and the status of Health & Science grant funding.

• Review of survey results shared by Jordan
• Partnership outreach to Mal’s Fresh Product and Mainstreet Morgantown
• Status of three commission vacancies
• Update on received Health & Science grant funding
• Printing of commission pamphlets

The Health and Wellness Commission received a $2,000 grant and discussed using it for a wellness fair, including renting space at the Rec center and planning classes. They also reviewed a survey of 32 respondents, with lowest scores for street cleanliness and public transportation. The commission approved the previous meeting's minutes and heard reports on city graffiti cleanup, trail lighting, and BOPARC renovations.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting
• Selected to receive $2,000 grant for wellness events
• Discussed planning wellness fair with Rec center space rental
• Reviewed survey results: lowest scores for street cleanliness and public transportation
• Noted BOPARC renovations nearly complete, ice rink plans underway
• Heard report on city graffiti cleanup and trail lighting

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will meet to approve January meeting minutes and hear committee reports. They will discuss old business including a proposal for revised citizen complaint forms, funding for a community survey, and plans for regular meetings with the police chief on body camera policy. New business includes internal board training and preparation of the 2024 annual report for City Council.

• Report on February 3 meeting with Deputy Chief Ruehmer regarding revised citizen complaint and commendation forms
• Status of proposal for funding Community Survey Phase 2
• Need to increase board membership
• Plan for regular meetings with Chief Powell on body camera policy
• Preparation of 2024 Annual Report presentation to City Council

The Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board approved the January minutes and decided to move forward with revising the citizen complaint/commendation form based on Deputy Chief Ruehmer's feedback. The board also discussed plans for a March meeting with Chief Powell to review the body cam policy, and agreed to seek another training from Dr. Nolan. No public comment was made, and the meeting adjourned at 1:08 p.m.

• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Decided to revise complaint/commendation form based on Deputy Chief Ruehmer's feedback
• Task force to meet to implement form revisions
• Rich to schedule March meeting with Chief Powell to discuss body cam policy
• Agreed to arrange another training from Dr. Nolan
• Catherine to contact Heather to schedule annual report presentation to City Council

Library Board

The Morgantown Public Library Board will hold a regular meeting to approve January minutes, hear public comment, and receive reports from the president, director, and treasurer. Under unfinished business, the board will discuss a facility study. New business includes consideration of health insurance and a team member handbook.

• Facility study (unfinished business)
• Health insurance discussion (new business)
• Team Member Handbook discussion (new business)

The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the January 9, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted checks for January and February as presented. The board discussed the updated Team Member Handbook but will consider it at the March 2025 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely procedural with reports from the director and committees.

• Approved January 9, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted checks for January and February as presented (unanimous)
• Tabled Team Member Handbook revision for March 2025 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan, rezoning request, and subdivision request for West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc. at 445 Van Voorhis Road. The body will also elect a President and Vice President.

• Site plan approval for 445 Van Voorhis Road (SP24-199)
• Rezoning request for 445 Van Voorhis Road from R-1 and O-I to B-2 Service Business District (MAP25-3)
• Request to subdivide and consolidate parcels at 445 Van Voorhis Road (SUB25-4)
• Election of Commission President and Vice President

Morgantown Utility Board

The board will elect officers and consider a bid for the Valley View Storm Improvement project. They will also receive updates on several ongoing water, sewer, and stream restoration projects, including the Cheat Lake WWTP upgrade and Upper Popenoe Run sewer replacement. An executive session is scheduled to discuss construction planning and confidential matters.

• Election of Board Officers
• Valley View Storm Improvement Bid
• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will hold its regular meeting to approve January minutes, elect board officers, and consider a bid for the Valley View Storm Improvement project. Staff will also update ongoing infrastructure projects including the Cheat Lake WWTP upgrade, Westridge/Chaplin Hill water and sewer lines, Upper Popenoe Run stream restoration, Cobun Creek interceptor replacement, and North High Street lining. A closed executive session is planned for confidential discussions under state law.

• Election of board officers
• Valley View Storm Improvement Bid
• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency will hold a strategic planning session to develop project plans for the Lower Greenmont Acquisition (funded by ARPA) and for $2 million in Congressional Project Funding. The board will also create a detailed work plan for 2025. No formal board action is scheduled.

• Develop project plan for Lower Greenmont Acquisition (ARPA-funded)
• Develop project plan for $2 million in Congressional Project Funding
• Create detailed 2025 work plan
• Meeting is a strategic planning session, no votes anticipated

Transit Authority

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transit Authority is holding a work session. The primary focus of the meeting is personnel performance and goal setting for the CEO.

• CEO goal setting (anticipated executive session)

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transportation Authority board met and immediately moved into executive session to discuss a personnel issue. The board reconvened at 1:41 PM and adjourned at 1:43 PM without taking any public votes or making substantive decisions.

• Moved into executive session for personnel discussion (motion by Cutright, second by Cook)
• Reconvened from executive session at 1:41 PM (motion by Nugent)
• Adjourned at 1:43 PM (motion by Evans)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

This meeting of the Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency's Underutilized Property Committee was canceled. The agenda contained only routine procedural items with no specific proposals or decisions listed.

Building Commission

The Morgantown Building Commission will hold a second reading and consider approval of an ordinance authorizing a property exchange with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc. (WVUH) involving a portion of the North Side Fire Station site and adjacent land, along with related bond documents and a supplemental indenture for the Series 2013A Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds.

• Second reading of ordinance authorizing property exchange with WVU Hospitals for North Side Fire Station site
• Acquisition of adjacent property from WVUH in exchange for a like amount of fire station property
• Approval of First Supplemental Indenture of Trust and related bond documents for Series 2013A Bonds
• Execution of Deed of Exchange and Easement Agreement connected to the property swap and bonds
• Approval of minutes from January 28, 2025 meeting

The Morgantown Building Commission approved on second reading an ordinance authorizing a property exchange with West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc. (WVUH) involving the North Side Fire Station site and adjacent property, along with related bond documents. The motion passed 3-1 and moves the ordinance to a third reading on February 18, 2025. The commission also approved the January 28, 2025, meeting minutes unanimously.

• Approved January 28, 2025 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved ordinance for property exchange with WVUH and related bond documents, moving to third reading (3-1)

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Underutilized Property Committee will meet virtually to conduct business. The agenda consists of procedural items and reports.

Green Team

The Morgantown Municipal Green Team will meet to consider updates from the RRR Working Group (including the WV Composting Council and longer-term plans), the CAP and Energy Committee (including the EPA Solar For All grant and LED street lights), and the Comprehensive Plan (trail developments). The agenda includes old business on recruitment and leadership, and new business on a draft Green Team Strategic Plan and the 2024 Annual Report. Visitors may ask questions if time permits.

• Discussion of the draft Green Team Strategic Plan (new draft circulated by Pam C.)
• Presentation of the 2024 Annual Report by Jim Kotcon
• Update on the EPA Solar For All grant by Jim K.
• RRR Working Group report including WV Composting Council and longer-term plans
• Energy update on Morgantown LED street lights

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Property Management Committee of the Morgantown Land Reuse and Preservation Agency is holding a virtual meeting that includes only standard procedural items such as call to order, reports, and adjournment. No specific rezonings, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda, making it a purely procedural session.

Sister Cities Commission

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission will hold a special meeting to approve past minutes and discuss two new business items: supporting the Chinese New Year Celebration and participating in the 'Talking to the World' program with Xuzhou, China. No votes or financial decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of meeting minutes from September 26, 2024
• Discussion of support for the Chinese New Year Celebration
• Discussion of participation in 'Talking to the World' program with Xuzhou

The Morgantown Sister Cities Commission approved a $500 contribution to WV United Chinese Americans for the Feb. 8 Chinese New Year Celebration and supported a city proclamation. It also voted unanimously to participate in the 'Talking to the World' exchange with Xuzhou, with the first two courses on traditional Appalachian foods and the impact of coal and gas industries on Morgantown. Approval of the previous meeting's minutes was deferred to the next regular meeting.

• Approved $500 financial assistance for Chinese New Year Celebration (unanimous)
• Approved participation in 'Talking to the World' with Xuzhou, courses on Appalachian foods and coal/gas industry impact (unanimous)
• Deferred approval of Sept. 26, 2024 minutes to next regular meeting

Building Commission

The Morgantown Building Commission approved an ordinance authorizing a property exchange with West Virginia University Hospitals involving the North Side Fire Station site and related bond documents. The commission also approved a resolution designating authorized agents for banking transactions and a money market account with Community Bank. An encroachment policy for 48 Donley was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved ordinance for property exchange with WVU Hospitals (3-0)
• Approved resolution designating authorized agents for banking transactions (3-0)
• Approved money market account with Community Bank (3-0)
• Tabled encroachment policy for 48 Donley (3-1)
• Elected officers for 2025: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary (3-1 each)
• Approved November 6, 2024 meeting minutes (3-0)

Tree Board

This meeting of the Morgantown Tree Board is largely procedural, covering attendance, approval of minutes, and a city staff report. The only substantive items are a review of the approved tree and shrub list under old business and a discussion of outreach goals under new business.

• Review of the approved tree and shrub list
• Discussion of outreach goals

The Morgantown Tree Board voted to remove Buddleia cultivars, Euonymus americanus, Euonymus atropurpureus, Lagerstroemia cultivars, and Ptelea trifoliata from the Approved Shrubs list, and Picea pungens and Pinus sylvestris from the Approved evergreen trees list. They also agreed to add Fagus americana to the Approved medium to large deciduous trees list. The master tree list will not be posted at this time. The board deferred setting 2025 priorities to the February meeting.

• Removed Buddleia cultivars from Approved Shrubs list
• Removed Euonymus americanus from Approved Shrubs list
• Removed Euonymus atropurpureus from Approved Shrubs list
• Removed Lagerstroemia cultivars from Approved Shrubs list
• Removed Ptelea trifoliata from Approved Shrubs list
• Removed Picea pungens from Approved evergreen trees list
• Removed Pinus sylvestris from Approved evergreen trees list
• Added Fagus americana to Approved medium to large deciduous trees list

Pedestrian Safety Board

The Morgantown Pedestrian Safety Board is meeting to approve minutes from October 2024, hear officer and ex-officio reports, and discuss new business, including setting targets for 2025. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the only substantive item being the discussion of new year targets.

• Approval of October 2024 minutes
• Officer reports
• Ex-officio reports
• Discussion of 2025 targets

Land Reuse and Preservation Agency

The Board will discuss and potentially take action on multiple property-related items, including a donation from the Berthy Estate, demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue, and a request for additional funds to complete a property purchase in lower Greenmont. They will also consider a funding request to the City of Morgantown for Fiscal Year 2026 and approve bank signatures for the agency.

• Berthy Estate property donation
• Demolition of 570 and 635/641 Pennsylvania Avenue
• Source of additional funds for property purchase in lower Greenmont
• Transfer of city-owned properties to the Agency
• Discussion/action on FY2026 funding request to the City of Morgantown

Urban Landscape Commission

The Urban Landscape Commission will consider approving minutes from April 2024, hear a staff report, and discuss old business including the Greenmont Neighborhood Sign. New business includes a discussion of future public landscape design endeavors and a review of current bylaws and mission statements. The meeting also includes an open public comment period.

• Approval of April 24, 2024, meeting minutes
• Old business: Greenmont Neighborhood Sign
• Discussion of future public landscape design endeavors
• Review of current bylaws and mission statements
• Open discussion/public portion

Human Rights Commission

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission will discuss amending its bylaws, assign a monitor for the 2025 state legislative session, and discuss the proposed Source of Income ordinance along with planning public forums. The commission will also outline projects for 2025 and review its annual report for July 2023 through December 2024.

• Discuss the Source of Income proposed ordinance and plan for public forums
• Amend HRC Bylaws for Quorum & Minority Liaison Coordinating Council
• Assign a monitor for the 2025 Legislative Session
• Annual Report for July 2023 through December 2024
• Update on HRC finances and Human Rights Day expenses

The Morgantown Human Rights Commission unanimously approved a Bylaws amendment to require a minimum of three commissioners for a quorum, addressing the current two-member quorum issue. The commission also discussed public concerns about warming shelter location, voter information, and various updates, but no other formal decisions were made.

• Approved Bylaws change requiring 50% of commissioners with a minimum of three for quorum (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 19, 2024 meeting (unanimous)

MMMPO

The Morgantown MPO Policy Board will consider adopting the updated Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) for FY 2025-30, along with amendments. The board will also vote on state-proposed Safety Performance goals and review the draft FY 2025-26 Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP), which includes a 3% staff COLA and two major planning studies.

• Adoption of FY 2025-30 TIP with amendments from various agencies
• Safety Performance goals for upcoming reporting period, including non-motorized accident targets
• Draft FY 2025-26 UPWP with 3% COLA for MPO staff
• Minor update of the Metropolitan Transportation Plan (MTP) focusing on Brookhaven Road near WV 7
• Greenbelt Feasibility Study for on-road complete street improvements and off-road corridor connections

The Policy Board unanimously adopted the updated FY 2025-30 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP), including two November amendments adding the I-79 Exit 155 temporary traffic signal project and splitting funding for Caperton Trail lighting. The board also unanimously approved the Safety Performance Measures for 2020-2024, despite reservations from the Citizens Advisory Committee about an increased non-motorized fatality goal. Officers were elected, with Russ Rogerson as Chair and Maria Smith as Vice Chair.

• Adopted 2025 TIP with November amendments (unanimous)
• Approved Safety Performance Measures 2020-2024 (unanimous)
• Elected Russ Rogerson as Chair, Maria Smith as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Approved Executive Director's review (unanimous)
• Approved November/December financial report (unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (unanimous)

Building Commission

The meeting scheduled for January 16, 2025, was canceled. The agenda included items regarding an encroachment policy for 48 Donley and the election of 2025 officers.

• Encroachment policy and license agreement for 48 Donley
• Election of officers for calendar year 2025
• Resolution designating authorized agents for banking and financial institutions

Building Commission

The Morgantown Building Commission will discuss an encroachment policy and license agreement for 48 Donley Street. The commission will also elect officers for 2025 and designate authorized agents for banking transactions. Approval of previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Unfinished business: Encroachment policy and license agreement for 48 Donley
• Election of officers for calendar year 2025
• Resolution designating authorized agents for banking and financial institutions
• Approval of minutes from November 6, 2024

Transit Authority

The Mountain Line board will hold a public hearing and discuss relocating the Grey Line bus stop at Waynesburg Airport. The meeting also includes committee reports, a finance report, construction updates on a roofing project, and new business items such as board member conflict of interest statements.

• Public hearing on Grey Waynesburg Airport Stop Relocation
• New business item: Grey Line – Waynesburgh Airport Stop Relocation
• Finance Committee Report for December 2024
• Construction update on roofing project
• New CAC application

The Monongalia County Urban Mass Transportation Authority board approved the December 18, 2024 minutes as amended, the December 2024 finance report, and a new Citizens Advisory Committee application for Samantha Roxanne Hanks. The Grey Line Waynesburg Airport stop relocation remains open pending a new location. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved December 18, 2024 minutes as amended (all in favor)
• Approved December 2024 Finance Report (all in favor)
• Approved new CAC application for Samantha Roxanne Hanks (all in favor)

Cultural Arts Commission

The Morgantown Cultural Arts Commission will hold its monthly meeting on January 15, 2025, at the Historic Depot. The agenda includes a director's report and updates from commissioners, but the main new business is a general discussion on 2025 priorities, issues, projects, and scheduling. Public comment will be taken.

• General discussion on 2025 priorities, issues, or projects
• Discussion of 2025 scheduling
• Director's report by Vincent E. Kitch
• Approval of previous meeting minutes
• Public comment period

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear six variance requests from property owners and developers seeking relief from specific sections of the city's Planning and Zoning Code. Requests include setbacks at 1200 Douglas Avenue, sign regulations for MegaCorp at 215 Don Knotts Boulevard and Taco Bell on Hunters Way, and three separate variances for Woodward Development at 11 Hartman Run Road covering setbacks, bicycle storage, and bufferyard landscaping. The board will also approve minutes from December 18, 2024.

• VAR24-184: Tony Vincent requests variance from Section 1333.04 for setbacks at 1200 Douglas Avenue (R-1 district)
• VAR24-187: Stephen Zelahy on behalf of MegaCorp requests sign variance from Section 1369 at 215 Don Knotts Boulevard (B-2 district)
• VAR24-196: Robert Nasuti on behalf of Taco Bell requests sign variance from Section 1369 on Hunters Way (B-2 district)
• VAR24-QWE, -RTY, -UIO: Woodward Development requests three variances at 11 Hartman Run Road for setbacks (Article 1347.04), bicycle storage spaces (Article 1365.04), and bufferyard landscaping (Article 1367.07) in the B-2 district

Historic Landmarks Commission

The Morgantown Historical Landmarks Commission will meet in person and via Zoom on January 15, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. The agenda includes old business items such as a Picture Scanning Day, filling vacant commission seats, and a possible opportunity to restore the original facade on the Christian Help building as part of streetscape improvements on Walnut. New business will be taken up if requested. Under monitoring, the commission will check on historic marker signs for several properties and the status of the Easton Roller Mill.

• Facade restoration opportunity discussed for the Christian Help building along Walnut Street
• Picture Scanning Day planning and filling vacant MHLC seats under old business
• Monitoring of historic marker signs for Kerns Fort (305 Dewey Street), Edwards House (501 White Avenue), and Second Ward Negro School (502 White Avenue)
• Status check on Easton Roller Mill
• Approval of minutes from December 11, 2024 meeting

Morgantown Utility Board

The Morgantown Utility Board will hold a regular meeting to discuss several ongoing infrastructure projects. New business includes the Jo Glen Drive Sanitary Sewer Extension. Old business updates cover the Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade, Westridge/Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects, and Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement. The board may also enter executive session to discuss construction planning.

• Jo Glen Drive Sanitary Sewer Extension
• Cheat Lake WWTP & Collection System Upgrade Project
• Westridge / Chaplin Hill Water & Sewer Projects
• Upper Popenoe Run Stream Restoration and Sewer Line Replacement Project
• Executive session for construction planning under WV Code §6-9A-4(9) and (12)

Health and Wellness Commission

The Health and Wellness Commission will discuss follow-up items including a community survey launch, partnership outreach with Mal's Fresh Product and Mainstreet Morgantown, updates on Health & Science grant funding, and progress on filling three vacancies. The meeting also includes reports from City Council and BOPARC, new business, and public comments.

• Survey launch for community input via Qualtrics link
• Partnership outreach to Mal's Fresh Product and Mainstreet Morgantown
• Update on Health & Science grant funding status
• Funding request due December 30th to City Council - progress report
• Development of commission pamphlets with Brad Riffee's team

The Morgantown Health and Wellness Commission met on January 9, 2025, and approved the January 12 minutes. Reports highlighted that BOPARC's renovation of upper Marilla, the new pool, and new office is nearly complete, with plans for the ice rink renovation underway. The commission also received a $1,750 grant and discussed partnerships, including with Special Olympics and Main Street Morgantown. No substantive decisions were made beyond approving the minutes.

• Approved January 12 minutes (moved by Louise, seconded by Dylan)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:34pm (moved by Jordan, seconded by Ronalie)

Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board

The Civilian Police Review and Advisory Board will hold a regular meeting to consider the 2024 annual report, a budget proposal for a community survey, and revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations. They will also review board priorities for 2025 and discuss increasing membership. A public comment period is included.

• Consideration of Annual Report for 2024
• Budget Proposal for Community Survey
• Status of revised forms for citizen complaints and commendations to Morgantown Police Department
• Review of Board’s priorities for 2025
• Need to increase membership of Board

The Civilian Police Review & Advisory Board approved sending a letter to Chief Powell and Deputy Chief Ruehmer to arrange a meeting about statistics, after phone calls were unsuccessful. They also approved a procedure for the 2024 Annual Report, with comments due by January 24 and an email vote to meet the January 31 deadline. The board authorized a letter to the police chief, interim city manager, and city attorney seeking feedback on revised complaint forms, and discussed membership and funding.

• Approved sending letter to Chief Powell and Deputy Chief Ruehmer about statistics meeting
• Approved procedure for 2024 Annual Report with comments due by January 24
• Authorized letter to Chief Powell, interim City Manager, and City Attorney about complaint forms
• Noted funding proposal submitted to City for $8,650.10

Library Board

The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to review minutes, hear public comments, and receive reports from the president, director, treasurer, and facilities committee. Key discussions include a facility study under unfinished business and a move to executive session to discuss the Facility Master Plan Request for Proposals.

• Facility Study listed under unfinished business
• Executive session scheduled for Facility Master Plan RFP discussion
• Reports from Facilities Committee and Treasurer
• Public forum for community input
• Approval of December 12, 2024 meeting minutes

The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees approved the Margaret Sullivan Studios master facility plan proposal unanimously after an executive session. The board also approved the December 12, 2024 meeting minutes as corrected and approved checks as presented. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with no public forum, correspondence, or new business.

• Approved Margaret Sullivan Studios master facility plan proposal (unanimous)
• Approved December 12, 2024 meeting minutes as corrected (unanimous)
• Approved checks as presented (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Morgantown Planning Commission will hold a procedural meeting to elect a president and vice president, and to approve minutes from December 12, 2024. No substantive zoning or development decisions are on the agenda.

• Election of Planning Commission President and Vice President
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 12, 2024

Planning Commission

This meeting is largely procedural, including the election of a president and vice president, approval of December 2024 meeting minutes, and committee reports. No specific development projects, rezonings, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

• Election of commission President and Vice President
• Approval of meeting minutes from December 12, 2024
• General public comments on non-agenda matters
• Committee reports and staff comments

BOPARC

The BOPARC board will consider new pool admission, pass and discount packages for 2025. They will also review an appointment to the Health and Wellness Commission and discuss updates to BOPARC By-Laws. Public comment is invited.

• 2025 Pool Admission, Pass and Discount Packages
• Health and Wellness Commission Appointment
• BOPARC By-Laws update
• Approval of December 11, 2024 minutes
• Financial reports and Executive Director's report

The Board approved revised bylaws, repealing previous ones, and reviewed proposed 2025 pool admission pricing. The board also assigned members to attend upcoming Health and Wellness Commission meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved revised bylaws, repealing previous bylaws (6-0)
• Approved financial report (6-0)
• Approved minutes of December 11, 2024 meeting with correction
• Chair Trumble to attend Health and Wellness Commission meeting; Jenny Selin to attend next

Parking Authority

The Morgantown Parking Authority will consider unfinished business including surface lot pay stations, Spruce Garage repairs, Wharf elevator, and the Trinity Lot lease, plus review toy drive results. New business covers employees, a budget adjustment, and a budget performance report. An executive session is planned to discuss property lease and commercial competition matters under state law.

• Trinity Lot Lease
• Spruce Garage Repairs
• Wharf Elevator
• Surface Lot Pay Stations
• Budget Adjustment

Fire Civil Service Commission

The Fire Civil Service Commission will consider a nomination for appointment as interim Captain. The matter may be discussed in executive session per state code. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Consider nomination for interim Captain (possible executive session)