Moundsville public meetings in 2025
38 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on a lease agreement with Expand Appalachia LLC for mineral rights. The body will also elect the Mayor and Vice-Mayor for 2026. Additionally, Council will consider dedicating the East End Walking Trail in memory of Tom Sutton.
- Lease agreement with Expand Appalachia LLC for mineral rights
- Dedication of East End Walking Trail and purchase of memorial plaque for Four Seasons Pool Lobby
- Nominations and election of Mayor for 2026
- Nominations and election of Vice-Mayor for 2026
- Progress report on new municipal building
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council Policy Subcommittee will hold a discussion on several proposed actions, including a memorial for Tom Sutton and possible measures against landlords in public nuisance situations. Members will also consider creating a landlord business license within the existing rental registration program, and drafting ordinances that restrict recording and public discussion of executive session content. Additional topics include revisions to council debate rules, community outreach presenters, and a review of mayoral election procedures.
- Discussion on memorial for Tom Sutton
- Discussion of possible actions against landlords in public nuisance situations
- Discussion of creating a landlord business license within the current rental registration program
- Discussion of creating an ordinance to ban recording of executive sessions
- Discussion of creating an ordinance to prevent members from speaking about executive session conversations in public
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss the progress of the new municipal building. The agenda includes a presentation from Bob Wilson, Director of Career Tech/Adult Education, and a review of Comcast price adjustments.
- Progress report on New Municipal Building
- Presentation by Bob Wilson, Director of Career Tech/Adult Education
- Review of Comcast price adjustments
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold a regular meeting including a public hearing with a presentation by the Marshall County Chamber of Commerce. Old business includes second-reading votes on ordinances to abandon an unused portion of Thorn Avenue and an alley south of the 600 block of Second Street. New business includes approval of a demolition bid for 1315 Diamond Street, authorizing negotiations for a lease with Expand Appalachia, LLC, setting a permanent trick-or-treat date, designating paid holidays, and approving free holiday parking.
- Second reading and vote on ordinance to abandon unused portion of northern part of Thorn Avenue at Center Street
- Second reading and vote on ordinance to abandon alley south of 600 block of Second Street, east of Court Avenue
- Vote to approve bid for CDBG Round 2 demolition at 1315 Diamond Street
- Authorize city attorney to finalize lease negotiations with Expand Appalachia, LLC (executive session anticipated)
- Set October 31 as permanent date for trick-or-treat with city manager authority to change
City Council
The Finance, Policy, and Traffic sub-committees will meet to discuss several items. The Finance sub-committee will review the October revenue and expense report and the annual house decorating contest. The Policy sub-committee will discuss possible actions against landlords in nuisance situations, creating a landlord business license, ordinances to ban recording of executive sessions and prevent members from speaking about them, debate rules, setting a permanent trick-or-treat date, and community outreach presenters. The Traffic sub-committee will discuss free holiday parking in the historic business district. No votes are scheduled; these are discussion items only.
- Discussion of creating a landlord business license within the current rental registration program
- Discussion of creating an ordinance to ban recording of executive sessions
- Discussion of creating an ordinance to prevent members from speaking about executive session conversations in public
- Discussion of free holiday parking in the historic business district
- Discussion of selecting a permanent date for trick-or-treating or delegating authority to the city manager
City Council
Council will consider a presentation and vote on allowing bidding for a proposed indoor recreation center. Two ordinances for alley abandonments (first readings) are also up for votes. A report on the new municipal building and a presentation by Belomar Regional Council are scheduled.
- Vote to permit bidding on proposed indoor recreation center
- Ordinance to abandon a portion of Thorn Avenue (first reading)
- Ordinance to abandon an alley south of 600 block Second Street (first reading)
- Report on progress of new municipal building
- Presentation by Belomar Regional Council
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will consider a $25,000 contribution to the Marshall County Historical Society for the purchase of 600 Tomlinson Avenue, award demolition bids for two properties, and vote on small donations for Trunk or Treat events. Other items include a benefit program agreement, a clothing allowance for employees, and an executive session on personnel matters. A public hearing will feature a presentation from the Marshall County Health Department administrator.
- Vote on $25,000 contribution to Marshall County Historical Society for purchase of 600 Tomlinson Avenue
- Vote to award demolition bid for 1518 3rd Street
- Vote to award CDBG Round 2 demolition bid for 1315 Diamond Street
- Vote on $50 donation to Trunk or Treat in memory of Jaxton Palmer
- Vote on $50 donation to Trunk or Treat for Moundsville Fire Department Local 534
City Council
This is a sub-committee meeting of the Moundsville City Council, with separate Finance, Policy, and Traffic sub-committees meeting sequentially. Items for discussion include reviewing the September 2025 revenue and expense report, a possible donation to the Marshall County Historical Society for purchasing 600 Tomlinson Avenue, and an additional clothing allowance disbursement. The Policy sub-committee will hear presentations on the Prevent & Protect Benefit Program and a quarterly Land Reuse Agency update, and discuss rescheduling the November 11 meeting due to Veterans Day. The Traffic sub-committee has no listed items for discussion.
- Review and discussion of September 30, 2025 Revenue & Expense Report
- Discussion of donation to Marshall County Historical Society for purchase of 600 Tomlinson Avenue
- Discussion of disbursement of additional clothing allowance
- Presentation of Prevent & Protect Benefit Program by Bearing Advisors
- Quarterly Land Reuse Agency update by Director Danielle Harmon; discussion of rescheduling November 11 sub-committee meeting due to Veterans Day
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will consider several items, including a second‑reading vote to change the zoning of 2203 First Street from R‑1 single‑family residential to M mixed‑use. They will also vote on abandoning a 160‑foot alley between 112 and 114 Tomlinson Avenue, award bids for audio‑visual equipment, police cruiser lights, and fire rescue accessories, and adopt a resolution for West Virginia Municipal Government Week.
- Ordinance to abandon ~160 ft of alley between 112 & 114 Tomlinson Avenue (second reading)
- Zone change ordinance for 2203 First Street from R‑1 to M (second reading)
- Award bid for audio‑visual equipment for the new municipal building
- Award bid for police cruiser lights and accessories
- Award bid for fire rescue accessories
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will consider abandoning an alley on Tomlinson Avenue and changing the zoning at 2203 First Street from residential to mixed-use. The body will also receive a presentation from the Marshall County Commissioner.
- Vote to abandon 160' of alley between 112 & 114 Tomlinson Avenue
- Vote on zone change from 'R-1' to 'M' Mixed Use at 2203 First Street
- Vote to direct City Attorney to draft Phase II Alley Abandonments
- Schedule Trick or Treat for Thursday, October 30, 2025
- Receive and file Thank You from Moundsville Country Club
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council's Finance, Policy, and Traffic sub-committees will meet to discuss a request from the Marshall County Historical Society for assistance buying a new museum building, a city-wide switch to LED streetlights, and a review of electric bicycle regulations. The Policy sub-committee will also discuss zoning requirements for C-2 Historic and Neighborhood Commercial districts. The Traffic sub-committee will talk about Phase II alley abandonments. These are discussion items with no final votes scheduled.
- Marshall County Historical Society request for assistance purchasing a new building
- Review and discussion of August 31, 2025 revenue and expense report
- Discussion on city-wide changeover from high-powered sodium to LED streetlights
- Review of City Code 301.083 on electric bicycles
- Review and discuss zone requirements for Article 1355: C-2 Historic and Neighborhood Commercial
City Council
The City Council will discuss a zone change for a property on First Street and the abandonment of an alley on Tomlinson Avenue. The meeting includes a presentation from the Marshall County 911 Director and a progress report on the new municipal building.
- Vote on ordinance to abandon approximately 160' of alley between 112 & 114 Tomlinson Avenue
- Vote to draft zone change for 2203 First Street from 'R-1' Single Family Residential to 'M' Mixed Use
- Consideration to accept a real estate parcel
- Reappointment of Josie Mentzer to the Planning Commission
- Review of Firemen's and Police Pension & Relief Fund statements dated June 30, 2025
City Council
The City Council will consider financing $105,000 for two 2025 SUV police cruisers, vote on directing the city attorney to draft an ordinance abandoning an alley on Tomlinson Avenue, and discuss several small donations including $1,000 to the Marshall County Animal Rescue League. The agenda also includes reappointments to the Planning Commission and a progress report on the new municipal building.
- Finance $105,000 for two 2025 SUV police cruisers with Community Bank
- Vote to abandon approximately 160' of alley between 112 & 114 Tomlinson Avenue
- Contribute $1,000 to Marshall County Animal Rescue League (MCARL) free Trap/Neuter/Release Program
- Donate $100 to Artworks Around Town 2025 Plein Air Paint Out
- Reappoint David Bougher and Thomas Berry to the Moundsville Planning Commission
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Finance Sub‑Committee will review the July 31 revenue and expense report and consider several funding requests, including a $300,000 allocation to repair the volunteer fire department’s ladder truck. The committee will also discuss eliminating the city police dispatch, financing two 2025 police SUV cruisers, and converting streetlights from sodium to LED. Separate sub‑committees will address zoning for historic commercial areas, an alley abandonment on Tomlinson Avenue, and vehicle access to Simmons Cemetery.
- Review of July 31, 2025 revenue and expense report
- Request for $300,000 to rehab the Moundsville Volunteer Fire Department ladder truck
- Discussion of financing two 2025 police SUV cruisers
- City‑wide conversion from high‑powered sodium to LED streetlights
- Abandonment request for ~160 feet of alley between 112 & 114 Tomlinson Avenue
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold a public hearing featuring a presentation by the Marshall County Prosecuting Attorney, receive a report on the new municipal building, and vote on awarding demolition contracts for two properties. The council will also consider reappointing Tabitha Kinneer to the Planning Commission and appointing Janina Burton to the Land Reuse Agency.
- Public hearing and presentation by Marshall County Prosecuting Attorney Joe Canestraro
- City manager report on progress of new municipal building
- Re-appointment of Tabitha Kinneer to the Moundsville Planning Commission
- Vote on awarding demolition bids for 37 Walnut Avenue and 106 Tomlinson Avenue
- Appointment of Janina Burton to the Land Reuse Agency
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will discuss and consider awarding the 2025 Concrete Street Project bid to Savage Construction for $148,500. They will also consider awarding a DLAP 2nd Round bid to Raze International for $48,857 and discuss purchasing certain real estate parcels, with an anticipated executive session. The meeting includes standard procedural items like call to order and adjournment.
- Discussion and consideration to award 2025 Concrete Street Project bid to Savage Construction for $148,500
- Discussion and consideration to award DLAP 2nd Round bid to Raze International for $48,857
- Consideration and vote to purchase certain real estate parcels (executive session anticipated)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will consider and vote on several items at its July 15, 2025 regular meeting, including approval of a 2025-2026 General Fund budget revision, awarding a police cruiser bid to Stephens Auto Center, and directing the city manager to contract with The Thrasher Group for architectural and engineering services for the Indoor Recreation Center. The meeting also includes a public hearing with presentations from Marshall County Emergency Management and the Marshall County Historical Society regarding interest in purchasing 600 Tomlinson Avenue. Appointments and reappointments to the Moundsville Housing Authority, Water Board, and Board of Zoning Appeals are also on the agenda.
- Consideration and vote on 2025-2026 General Fund Budget Revision #1
- Consideration and vote to award 2025 Police Cruiser Bid to Stephens Auto Center
- Consideration and vote to contract with The Thrasher Group for architectural and engineering services for the Indoor Recreation Center at 7% of construction costs
- Public hearing: presentation by Gary Rider from the Marshall County Historical Society on interest in purchasing 600 Tomlinson Avenue
- Consideration and vote on reappointment of James Stultz to the Moundsville Water Board and appointment of Karen Dixon to the Board of Zoning Appeals
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Finance Sub-Committee will review the June 30 financial report, discuss the 2025-2026 budget revision, and consider switching to LED streetlights. The Policy Sub-Committee will review zoning for Historic and Neighborhood Commercial districts and discuss a new ordinance for mobile homes, tiny homes, and alternative housing materials. The Traffic Sub-Committee will discuss a resolution asking the state to reroute truck traffic off Jefferson Avenue.
- Discussion of 2025-2026 General Fund Budget Revision #1
- City-wide changeover from high-pressure sodium to LED streetlights
- Review of zone requirements for Article 1355: C-2 Historic and Neighborhood Commercial
- Developing an ordinance to allow and regulate mobile homes, tiny homes, and alternative housing materials
- Resolution to request WVDOT reroute truck traffic off Jefferson Avenue
City Council
The City Council will approve minutes from June 17, hear a presentation from the Marshall County Family Resource Network, and vote on two final readings of ordinances regarding vape shops and video lottery establishments.
- Vote on ordinance for vape shop zoning and regulations
- Vote on ordinance regarding video lottery establishment abandonment
- Vote on 2025-2026 Coal Severance Fund Budget Revision #1
- Receive and file 2025-2026 Moundsville Water Board Budget
- Community Outreach Presentation by Marshall County Family Resource Network
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council will hold second reading votes on ordinances for blanket business licenses for non-profit events and adoption of replacement code pages. First reading will be considered for ordinances regulating vape shops and revising video lottery establishment rules. Other actions include appointments to the Land Reuse Agency and Housing Authority, employee benefit agreements, speed bumps on Mulberry Avenue, and participation in the JMHS football program.
- Ordinance imposing blanket business license for non-profit events (second reading)
- Ordinance to amend zoning for vape shops (first reading)
- Revisions to video lottery establishment ordinance (first reading)
- Appointment of seven members to Land Reuse Agency Board of Directors
- Speed bumps on Mulberry Avenue between Division Street and Parr's Run
City Council
Finance, Policy, and Traffic subcommittees will hold discussions on several items, including a presentation on the July 1 health insurance renewal by the Schwendemen Agency, a resolution for employee benefits, and a city-wide switch to LED streetlights. The Policy subcommittee will discuss admissions tax and zoning requirements for historic commercial areas. The Traffic subcommittee will consider a resolution to route truck traffic off Jefferson Avenue. No final votes are scheduled; all items are discussions only.
- Presentation by Schwendemen Agency on July 1 health insurance renewal and discussion of resolution to authorize contract
- Discussion of resolution for employee life, dental, and vision benefits with Principal Life Insurance Company
- Discussion of city-wide changeover from high-pressure sodium to LED streetlights
- Discussion of settlement funds from West Virginia Attorney General's Office
- Discussion of resolution for WV Department of Transportation to route truck traffic off Jefferson Avenue
City Council
City Council will consider several first-reading ordinances regarding zoning for vape shops and video lottery establishments, as well as business licenses for event sponsors. The body will also discuss the progress of the new municipal building and potential real estate acquisitions.
- Awarding 2025 Paving Project to Klug Brothers Paving for $542,404.88
- Ordinance to abandon alley adjacent to 231 & 233 Curtis Avenue
- Zoning amendments for video lottery establishments, vape shops, and tobacco stores
- Ordinance for business licenses and tax exemptions for non-profit event vendors
- Final reallocation of American Rescue Plan Funds
City Council
City Council will consider budget revisions for the General Fund and Coal Severance Tax Fund. The body is also deciding on ordinances regarding stormwater management, street naming, and the abandonment of an alley. Additionally, Council will discuss drafting new regulations for vape shops and video lottery establishments.
- Second reading of ordinance naming the alley behind Smith Mart and VFD 'VFD Drive'
- Second reading of ordinance updating Stormwater Management and Comprehensive Drainage Plans
- First reading of ordinance to abandon alley adjacent to 231 & 233 Curtis Avenue
- Budget Revision #4 for the 2024-2025 General Fund and Budget Resolution #2 for Coal Severance Tax Fund
- Sponsorship of Ohio Valley Ironmen at the $500.00 level
City Council
The Moundsville City Council's Finance, Policy, and Traffic sub-committees meet jointly to discuss several items. The Policy sub-committee will consider prohibiting future installation of limited video lottery establishments and vape shops, as well as imposing a blanket business license for sponsors of group events. The Finance sub-committee will review budget revisions, sponsorship opportunities for the Ohio Valley Ironmen football team, and a city-wide switch to LED streetlights. The Traffic sub-committee will discuss adding speed bumps on Division Street / Mulberry Avenue. No final votes are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.
- Discussion to prohibit future installation of limited video lottery establishments
- Discussion to prohibit future installation of vape shops in the city
- Review of 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #4
- Discussion of city-wide changeover from high-pressure sodium to LED streetlights
- Discussion to add speed bumps on Division Street / Mulberry Avenue
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will consider second and final reading of an ordinance adopting a Comprehensive Plan. Other business includes first reading of an ordinance naming an alley behind Smith Mart and the fire department as 'VFD Drive', a lot line adjustment at 1310 10th Street, and approval of stormwater management plans. The council will also vote on authorizing the city manager to enter a liability insurance contract and consider a traffic subcommittee recommendation to prohibit an exit onto Fifth Street from 500 Lafayette Avenue.
- Second and final reading of ordinance adopting a Comprehensive Plan for Moundsville
- First reading of ordinance naming alley behind Smith Mart and Moundsville VFD as 'VFD Drive'
- Lot line adjustment to allow garage on separate parcel at 1310 10th Street (Ralph & Cassie Clark)
- Vote on city's Stormwater Management and Comprehensive Drainage Plans
- Authorization for city manager to enter liability insurance contract through Assured Partners
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote to lay the levy for the 2025-2026 General Fund Budget. Council will also take final votes on ordinances to establish a Land Reuse Agency, amend council rules for electronic voting, and abandon an alley on Curtis Avenue. A first reading of a new comprehensive plan and a vote on insurance renewal are on the agenda.
- Public hearing and vote to lay the levy for the 2025-2026 General Fund Budget
- Second reading and final vote on ordinance to establish a Municipal Land Reuse Agency
- Second reading and final vote to abandon an alley adjacent to 231 & 233 Curtis Avenue
- First reading of ordinance to adopt a Comprehensive Plan for Moundsville
- Consideration to direct the city attorney to draft an ordinance naming the alley behind Smith Mart and the fire department 'VFD Drive'
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council's Finance, Policy, and Traffic sub-committees will meet on April 8, 2025, to discuss several items. The Finance sub-committee will review the March 31 financial report and consider donations to the Central Elementary PTO and Moundsville Country Club car show, as well as police officer wage adjustments and insurance deductible changes. The Policy sub-committee will discuss proposals to prohibit new video lottery establishments and vape shops, impose a blanket business license for group events, and amend the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The Traffic sub-committee has no listed discussion items. No votes are taken at sub-committee meetings; recommendations may go to the full council.
- Review of March 31, 2025 Financial Report
- Request from FOP #75 for officer starting wage adjustments and insurance deductible changes
- Discussion to prohibit future installation of Limited Video Lottery Establishments
- Discussion to prohibit future installation of Vape Shops
- Discussion of amendments to the 2024 Moundsville Comprehensive Plan
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold a public hearing on the June 30, 2024 audit report and hear presentations on Crime Victims' Rights Week and Marshall County School plans. New business includes first readings of ordinances to establish a Municipal Land Reuse Agency, amend council rules for electronic voting, and vacate an alley adjacent to 231 and 233 Curtis Avenue. The council will also receive the sanitary and stormwater budgets and consider a reappointment.
- First reading of ordinance establishing a Municipal Land Reuse Agency
- First reading of ordinance allowing electronic voting as the official record
- First reading of ordinance vacating alley behind 231 & 233 Curtis Avenue
- Presentation of June 30, 2024 Audit Report by BHM CPA Group
- Receive and file Sanitary and Stormwater 2025-2026 budgets
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
City Council will hold public hearings on the June 30, 2024 audit and the 2025-2026 General Fund Budget. The body will vote on the proposed budgets and a zone change for properties at 1601 Second Street and 200 Cedar Avenue.
- Vote on 2025-2026 Proposed General Fund and Coal Severance Tax Budgets
- Second reading of zone change from residential single-family to mixed-use at 1601 Second Street and 200 Cedar Avenue
- Proposed ordinance to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Proposed ordinance to establish a Land Reuse Agency
- Proposed ordinance to abandon an alley adjacent to 231 & 233 Curtis Avenue
City Council
Three city council sub-committees will meet to discuss financial reports, potential charter changes, and traffic requests. The Finance committee is reviewing the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 General Fund Budget and several community donations. The Policy committee is discussing term limits and the election of the Mayor by public vote.
- Fiscal Year 2025-2026 General Fund Budget review
- Proposed charter revisions for council term limits and public election of the Mayor
- Drafting an ordinance to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Alley abandonment/easement request at 231 & 233 Curtis Avenue
- Donations to RISE Prevention Coalition, Fostoria Glass Society of America, Cub Scout Pack 78, and Moundsville Baptist Church
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold a public hearing and consider final approval of an ordinance to increase sanitary sewer rates. The council will also introduce a zone change ordinance for two properties, consider bids for demolition programs, and discuss appointments and a federal resolution.
- Public hearing and third/final reading of ordinance to increase sanitary sewer rates
- First reading of zone change for 1601 Second Street and 200 Cedar Avenue from residential single-family to mixed-use
- Consideration and vote to approve bids for the DLAP and RAISE demolition programs
- Consideration and vote on a resolution supporting federal black lung benefits
- Consideration of appointment to the Board of Zoning Appeals
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
City Council
The City Council will meet to hear a presentation from the City Manager regarding the 2025-2026 General Fund Budget and Budget Message.
- Presentation of the 2025-2026 General Fund Budget and Budget Message
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on an amended ordinance to increase sanitary sewer rates (second reading). Other actions include approving a bid for the Riverfront Park shelter project, authorizing architect procurement for a proposed recreation center, and increasing the arts & culture allocation of the municipal sales tax from 1% to 2%. The council will also consider partnering with First Choice Services for a peer recovery support specialist and temporary traffic changes due to the Parrs Run Bridge project.
- Vote on amended ordinance to increase sanitary sewer rates (second reading)
- Vote on revisions to Water Board Ordinance allowing mayor to appoint non-voting member
- Vote to approve bid and change order #1 from JD&E for Riverfront Park Shelter Improvement Project
- Vote to authorize city manager to enter 5-G process to procure architect for Rec Center preliminary design
- Vote to increase Arts & Culture allocation of municipal sales tax from 1% to 2%
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will discuss budget revisions, a proposed emergency rate increase for the Sanitary Board, and funding for a pedestrian bridge. The meeting also covers traffic control updates for the Parrs Run Bridge Project and a plan for a new indoor recreation center.
- Review of 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #3
- Discussion of Emergency Rate Increase for Sanitary Board
- Funding allocation for Temporary Pedestrian Foot Bridge
- Traffic control changes on Tomlinson Avenue and Cherokee Drive
- Plan for Indoor Recreation Center and 5-G process for architect
City Council
The Moundsville City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a public hearing, on February 4, 2025. The main new business is a first reading and vote on an ordinance to increase sanitary sewer rates. The council will also consider revisions to the Water Board ordinance and a revised agreement for FEMA project coordination with Belomar Regional Council.
- First reading and vote on ordinance to increase sanitary sewer rates (no dollar amount specified)
- First reading and vote on revisions to Water Board Ordinance (Article 145 - Establishment)
- Vote on revised agreement for FEMA project coordination with Belomar Regional Council
- Presentation of Certificates of Commendation to lifeguards Jersea Slonaker and Zayde Long
- City Manager's Year End Report and progress report on new municipal building
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider final readings for ordinances regarding business tax exemptions and a revised employee policy manual. The body will also discuss a first reading for increasing sanitary rates and proposed compensation increases.
- B&O Tax Ordinance revisions for businesses retaining 51+ full-time employees for five years
- B&O Tax Ordinance revisions for businesses in the OnTrac District (Jefferson Avenue from Second to Fifth Street)
- Ordinance to increase sanitary rates (First Reading)
- Proposed compensation increases from the City Manager
- Donation of $100.00 to the Sexual Assault Help Center's R.O.A.R. Event
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council
The council will consider directing the city attorney to draft an ordinance that adopts the 2024 Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a financial recap from the Strand Theatre, a review of the 2024 financial report, and updates on the Land Reuse Agency and water board ordinance. Additional discussions cover parking issues at the Marshall County Courthouse and Morton Avenue.
- Direct city attorney to draft ordinance adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
- Review of the Strand Theatre 2024 financial recap
- Discussion of the December 31, 2024 financial report
- Update from the Land Reuse Agency by Building Inspector Harmon
- Discussion of parking problems on Morton Avenue
General
This meeting includes a public hearing on the FY 2024 financial compilation report, introduction of a new public works superintendent, and several first readings of ordinances. Key actions include a vote on increasing sanitary rates, revisions to B&O tax to incentivize new businesses that retain 51+ full-time employees for five years or locate in the OnTrac Historic Business District, and adoption of a revised employee policy manual.
- Presentation of FY 2024 Compilation Report by Kozicki, Hughes & Tickerhoof
- First reading: Ordinance to increase sanitary rates
- First reading: Revisions to B&O tax for businesses retaining 51+ full-time employees for 5 years
- First reading: Revisions to B&O tax for businesses in OnTrac Historic Business District (Jefferson Avenue, Second to Fifth, including 811 Fifth)
- First reading: Ordinance adopting revised Employee Policy Manual