Vienna public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Vienna City Council will hold a second reading of an ordinance that would require council approval for all department head hires, terminations, transfers, and job description changes. They will also consider awarding a $24,159.01 contract to Lowe's for fire department kitchen cabinets, rejecting a lower non-conforming bid. Other items include authorizing termination of the SEGRA agreement, appointing members to the parks board and utility board, and honoring the retirement of Kathy Stoltz from the Police Civil Service Commission.

• Second reading of ordinance to require council approval for all department head hires, terminations, transfers, and job description changes (sponsors: Councilmen Leach and Noffsinger)
• Bid approval: $24,159.01 to Lowe's for fire department kitchen cabinets, rejecting lower bid of $23,099.40 as non-conforming
• Resolution to authorize the mayor and city attorney to terminate the SEGRA telephone agreement
• Appointment of Janette Hart (or alternative Rob Graham) to the Vienna Board of Parks and Recreation as VRIA representative
• Appointment of Kim Williams to fill the unexpired term of Steve Eaton on the Vienna Utility Board, effective January 1, 2025 through February 24, 2025

The Vienna City Council approved an ordinance amending Municipal Code 111.04 to require council approval for all department head hires, terminations, transfers, or removals, and to change job descriptions. The vote was 6-0 with Councilman Chris Mancuso abstaining. The council also approved a bid for fire department kitchen cabinets, authorized termination of the SEGRA telephone agreement, and made appointments to the Parks and Recreation Board and Utility Board.

• Approved ordinance amending 111.04 to require council approval for department head hires/removals (6-0, Mancuso abstained)
• Approved $24,159.01 bid to Lowes for fire department kitchen cabinets (7-0)
• Authorized termination of SEGRA telephone agreement (7-0)
• Appointed Janette Hart to Vienna Board of Parks and Recreation (7-0)
• Appointed Kim Williams to Vienna Utility Board unexpired term (6-0, Williams abstained)
• Approved resolution honoring retirement of Kathy Stoltz from Police Civil Service Commission (7-0)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will discuss a bid recommendation for kitchen cabinets and countertops for the fire department. Staff recommends awarding to Lowe's at $24,159.01, rejecting the lower bid of $23,099.40 from Prime Cabinets and Countertops due to non-conformance with specifications.

• Bid recommendation: purchase of kitchen cabinets and countertops for fire department; staff recommends awarding to Lowe's ($24,159.01) over non-conforming lower bid ($23,099.40)

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will vote on three task orders with Burgess & Niple: a water/wastewater study for the former OVU site, wastewater system improvements Phase 1, and a revised application for 28th Street storm drainage improvements. The board will also receive updates on lead service line inventory, SCADA upgrade, meter replacement, well rehabilitation, and water storage tank assessments. A discussion on the 12th Street lift station wet well floor is scheduled.

• Burgess & Niple – Water/Wastewater Study for The Former OVU Site – Task Order 24-13 – Approval
• Burgess & Niple – Wastewater System Improvements Phase 1 – Task Order 2024-11 – Approval
• Burgess & Niple – 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements – Phase I Project – Approval to Submit Revised Application
• Discussion on 12th Street Lift Station – Floor of Wet Well
• Update on Lead Service Line Inventory and PFAS monitoring results (September 2024)

City Council

City Council will discuss a budget revision for police pensions and a proposed ordinance regarding city personnel. The proposed ordinance would give Council exclusive authority over the hiring, termination, and job descriptions of department heads.

• 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #4: $45,000 increase for police pensions
• Proposed Ordinance: Amending Municipal Code 111.04 to require Council approval for department head hires, terminations, transfers, or removals
• Proposed Ordinance: Granting Council exclusive authority to create or amend department head job descriptions

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will consider General Fund Budget Revision #4, which increases the police pension account by $45,000 to cover a rise in unfunded liability from the latest actuarial study. The contingency fund is reduced by the same amount to balance the revision. No other new or unfinished business is on the agenda.

• General Fund Budget Revision #4 increases police pension (account 455-07) from $280,000 to $325,000
• Contingencies account (699) decreased from $139,087 to $94,087 to offset the pension increase
• Net change to revenues and expenditures is $0

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance meeting scheduled for November 5, 2024, was cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider approving financing for two 2025 Dodge Durango pursuit vehicles and equipment, with a recommended bid from United Bank at 3.90% totaling $144,902.52. The council will also vote on reappointing Jeff Slusher or Janette Hart to the Board of Parks and Recreation, and reappointing Rocky McCale to the Civil Service Commission.

• Bid approval for financing of 2-2025 Dodge Durango pursuit vehicles plus equipment, recommended United Bank 3yr at 3.90%, $144,902.52
• Resolution to reappoint Jeff Slusher or Janette Hart to Vienna Board of Parks and Recreation as VRIA representative
• Resolution to reappoint Rocky McCale to Vienna Civil Service Commission

Board Of Parks & Recreation

The Vienna Board of Parks & Recreation is holding a special meeting to consider a request from VRIA to move forward with constructing soccer fields at Jackson Park Drive based on a 30% design plan. The board is also asked to work with prospective donors to secure their committed funding. The agenda includes a detailed cost estimate of $1,911,415 for the project.

• VRIA requests board approval to proceed with soccer field construction at Jackson Park Drive
• Project cost estimate totals $1,911,415 with items like restroom/concessions building ($360,000) and bleachers ($300,000)
• Board to discuss working with prospective donors to secure pledged funds for the Vienna Recreational Soccer Fields
• Conceptual 30% design phase prepared by Civil & Environmental Consultants, Inc. is the basis for discussion
• Field lighting and fencing are not included in the current cost estimate

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will consider approving Task Order No. 2024-12 with Burgess & Niple for condition assessments of water storage tanks. The board will also receive updates on water quality testing, 28th Street storm drainage improvements, lead service line inventory, well rehabilitation, and other ongoing projects. August 2024 PFAS monitoring results from Chemours are included for review.

• Approval of Burgess & Niple Task Order No. 2024-12 for Water Storage Tanks Condition Assessments
• Review of August 2024 PFAS monitoring results from Chemours
• Update on 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements – Phase I
• Update on lead service line inventory
• Update on Wells 9 & 10 rehabilitation

The Vienna Utility Board approved a $49,600 task order for Burgess & Niple to conduct condition assessments of water storage tanks, with the motion carried unanimously 5-0. The board also discussed updates on water quality, ARP funds, storm drainage grants, lead service line inventory, SCADA system contract issues, meter replacements, and well rehabilitation. No public comments were made.

• Approved Burgess & Niple Task Order No. 2024-12 for water storage tank condition assessments at $49,600 (5-0)
• Directed attorney to send breach of contract notice to SCADA system vendor, with 30-day cure period and 20-day response window
• Approved minutes from September 20, 2024 regular meeting as posted

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider a resolution to annex five parcels totaling about 99 acres owned by WVUP (the former Ohio Valley University campus) into the city. The council will also vote on a bid award of $44,208 for equipment installation on two 2025 Dodge Durango police pursuit vehicles. A reconciliation of city funds through October 7, 2024, is included for review.

• Bid approval: $44,208 to Miller Communications for equipment on two 2025 Dodge Durango police pursuit vehicles
• Resolution to annex five parcels (approx. 99 acres) of former Ohio Valley University campus owned by WVUP into Vienna
• Treasurer's report showing combined fund balances of $31,986,788.56 as of October 7, 2024

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee meeting scheduled for October 1, 2024, was cancelled per the agenda. The next regular meeting is set for November 12, 2024, at 8:30 AM.

City Council

This regular session includes a public forum, a presentation honoring Tom Azinger, interviews to fill a vacant council seat, a budget revision transferring $60,362 from capital reserve to purchase two SUVs for the police department, and a proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

• Presentation honoring Tom Azinger
• Interviews for vacant council seat
• General Fund Budget Revision #3: $60,362 transfer from capital reserve for 2 police SUVs
• Proclamation: Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will hold its regular meeting on September 20, 2024, with a public forum and reports on ongoing projects. Key items include a bid approval for the rehabilitation of Wells 9 and 10, updates on water quality testing, the lead service line inventory, and PFAS monitoring results. No new business is listed.

• Bid approval for Burgess & Niple – Wells 9 & 10 Rehabilitation
• Update on Water Quality Testing and ARP discussion
• Update on Lead Service Line Inventory project
• Update on Burgess & Niple – 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 1
• Update on SCADA Upgrade and Meter Replacement Project

The Vienna Utility Board approved the first phase of the Wells 9 and 10 rehabilitation project, which includes replacing pumps, painting, a new roof, and electrical panel work, with an estimated 6-7 month timeline. The board also discussed starting the 12th Street project and updating the 5-year plan, but no formal votes were taken on those items.

• Approved Wells 9 & 10 rehabilitation bid (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2024 meeting as posted
• Directed Mike Davis to start 12th Street project and provide cost estimate
• Agreed to update 5-year plan, with Mike Davis handling updates

City Council

The Vienna City Council is holding a special session to discuss two items: the annexation of WVUP (West Virginia University at Parkersburg) and the allocation of funds from the opioid settlement. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is limited to discussion.

• Discussion: WVUP annexation
• Discussion: Opioid Settlement Fund allocation

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider declaring a councilmember position vacant following the passing of Roger D. Bibbee and adopt a resolution outlining the application and interview process for a temporary replacement. Additionally, the Council will vote on bids for a prefabricated restroom at McDonough Park ($275,392.80), a playground obstacle course and safety surface ($95,000), and two police vehicles (Hyundai Tucson SE, totaling $60,361.25). Budget revisions for the general fund and internal accounts are also on the agenda.

• Resolution declaring councilmember position vacant due to passing of Roger D. Bibbee
• Resolution setting process for selecting a temporary councilmember, with applications due Sept 26, 2024
• Bid approval for prefabricated restroom at McDonough Park: Jimmie Harper Construction, $275,392.80
• Bid approval for playground obstacle course and safety surface: Davis Athletics, $95,000
• Bid approval for two police vehicles: Astorg Auto, 2024 Hyundai Tucson SEs, $29,975.25 and $30,386.00 (funded by Opioid Settlement Fund)

The Vienna City Council declared the council seat of the late Roger D. Bibbee vacant and approved a resolution setting a process to temporarily fill it, with applications due by September 26, 2024. The council also approved the CAPER report, a playground obstacle course bid, the purchase of two police vehicles, and two budget revisions, all by 6-0 votes. A bid for a prefabricated restroom at McDonough Park failed for lack of a motion, as the mayor recommended rehabbing the existing facility instead.

• Declared council seat of Roger D. Bibbee vacant (6-0)
• Approved process for selecting temporary councilmember, applications due Sept 26 (6-0)
• Approved Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (6-0)
• Approved bid for Playground Obstacle Course and Safety Surface Installation (6-0)
• Approved purchase of two 2024 Hyundai Tucson SE vehicles for police from Astorg Auto, funded from General Fund (6-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #2 (6-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 Internal Budget Revision #1 (6-0)
• Prefabricated restroom bid for McDonough Park failed for lack of a motion

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will consider two budget revisions: General Fund Revision #2 transfers $300,000 from Capital Reserve for additional street paving, and Internal Budget Revision #1 shifts $20,000 within the Parks account to cover a playground obstacle course. The committee will also vote on bid recommendations for a prefabricated restroom at McDonough Park ($275,392.80 from Jimmie Harper Construction) and a playground obstacle course and safety surface ($95,000 from Davis Athletics). Both projects are pending budget revisions.

• 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #2: increase revenue from Capital Reserve by $300,000 for street paving (account 570-58)
• 2024-2025 Internal Budget Revision #1: transfer $20,000 from Parks Materials & Supplies to Capital Outlay for playground obstacle course
• Bid recommendation: Jimmie Harper Construction for prefabricated restroom at McDonough Park — $275,392.80
• Bid recommendation: Davis Athletics for playground obstacle course and safety surface — $95,000.00

City Council

The Vienna City Council will conduct interviews with four candidates to temporarily fill a vacant council seat. The interviews are the only substantive item on the special session agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Council to interview candidates for temporary vacancy: Kim Couch, Corinne Ann Full, Barbara Joyce, Chuck Noffsinger
• Interviews listed alphabetically; order determined by drawing

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider two bid approvals: a $92,330 purchase of two pursuit-rated police interceptors from Stephens Auto, and a $33,249 contract with Brown Asphalt for asphalt seal coating and road striping for the 2024-2025 budget year. The police vehicle purchase is pending financing; the road sealing is funded from the General Fund. The council will also proclaim National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

• Bid approval: Purchase of 2 Dodge Durangos pursuit-rated police interceptors from Stephens Auto for $92,330 (pending financing, account 01-455-59).
• Bid approval: Asphalt seal coating and road striping from Brown Asphalt for $33,249 (General Fund account 01-570-55-41).
• Proclamation: National Adult Education and Family Literacy Week.

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will hold its regular session on August 16, 2024, to receive updates on multiple infrastructure projects and water quality testing. Key topics include the June 2024 PFAS monitoring results under the Chemours Consent Order, progress on Burgess & Niple water/wastewater system improvements, and storm drainage improvements on 28th Street. The board will also discuss the lead service line inventory, well rehabilitation, SCADA upgrade, and meter replacement projects.

• Review of June 2024 PFAS monitoring results from three GAC treatment systems under the 2009 Chemours Consent Order
• Update on Burgess & Niple Water & Wastewater System Improvements Project
• Update on 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements – Phase 1 Project
• Lead Service Line Inventory update
• Meter Replacement Project update

The Vienna Utility Board approved a $227,884 bid from Jimmy Harper Construction for the rehabilitation of wells nine and ten, which includes electrical boxes, roofs, and pumps. The board also discussed updates on water and wastewater projects, noting that a proposed 8% rate increase may be needed to secure funding. No other formal decisions were made; most items were informational updates.

• Approved $227,884 bid from Jimmy Harper Construction for wells 9 & 10 rehabilitation (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 19, 2024, as posted

City Council

The Vienna City Council will vote on a resolution appointing Cassandra Rapp to a five-year term on the Vienna Library Board and adopt a formal process to fill a vacant council seat, including an application period and public interviews. Council will also hold a discussion on a kayak launch project.

• Resolution appointing Cassandra Rapp to a full five-year term on the Vienna Library Board (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029)
• Resolution establishing a process to temporarily fill a vacant council seat: applications accepted Aug 9-22, interviews at special meeting Aug 27
• Discussion of a kayak launch project (no details provided)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will discuss a kayak launch as its only new business item. No other unfinished or new business items are on the agenda, making this a brief meeting focused on that single discussion.

• Discussion of a kayak launch project

The Budget and Finance Committee discussed the kayak launch project and agreed that the proposed kayak launch and the Burgess and Niple design are not viable. The recommendation is to incorporate the kayak launch into a boat launch, likely located at 12th Street. No formal votes were taken; the meeting was primarily discussion.

• Agreed to abandon the proposed kayak launch design (unanimous)
• Recommended incorporating kayak launch into boat launch at 12th Street (unanimous)

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider several resolutions, including declaring a council seat vacant following the death of Thomas A. Azinger and engaging the Thrasher Group for a $43,000 master plan and amphitheater design at Spencer's Landing. The council will also vote on creating a steering committee for that project, changing the Vienna Senior Center clerk from part-time to full-time, and approving the first revision of the 2024-2025 general fund budget. An update on street paving is also on the agenda.

• Resolution declaring the council seat of Thomas A. Azinger vacant due to his death on July 13, 2024
• Resolution to engage the Thrasher Group for $43,000 to perform planning and design services for the Spencer's Landing Master Planning and Amphitheater Project
• Resolution creating a steering committee to assist with programming and designing Spencer's Landing and associated properties as part of the master plan
• Resolution to change the Vienna Senior Center clerk position from part-time to full-time
• 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #1

The Vienna City Council approved a resolution to engage the Thrasher Group for planning and design services for the Spencer's Landing Master Planning and Amphitheater Project. The council also approved a budget revision, reclassified the Senior Center Clerk position to full-time, and declared a council seat vacant following the passing of Councilman Thomas Azinger. A separate resolution to create a steering committee for the project was defeated.

• Approved resolution to engage Thrasher Group for Spencer's Landing master planning and amphitheater design (5-0)
• Approved 2024-2025 General Fund Budget Revision #1 (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Vienna Senior Center Clerk from part-time to full-time (5-0)
• Approved resolution declaring Councilmember Thomas A. Azinger's seat vacant (5-0)
• Defeated resolution creating a steering committee for Spencer's Landing project (2-3)
• Defeated amendment to increase steering committee size to 13 members (2-3)

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding water and wastewater system improvements. The agenda includes updates on several infrastructure projects and water quality testing, including PFAS monitoring results from May 2024.

• Water Quality Testing and May 2024 PFAS analytical results
• Burgess & Niple Water and Wastewater System Improvements projects
• 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements – Phase 1
• Wells 9 & 10 Rehabilitation
• Lead Service Line Inventory and Meter Replacement Project updates

The Vienna Utility Board met on July 19, 2024, and approved the minutes from the June 14 meeting. No formal votes were taken on new business; the meeting consisted of status updates on ongoing projects, including water quality testing, ARP funds, and the Wells 9 & 10 rehabilitation bid opening pushed to July 25. The board also discussed a sewer line collapse repair and sinkhole complaints.

• Approved June 14, 2024, meeting minutes as posted
• Noted bid opening for Wells 9 & 10 rehabilitation pushed to July 25, 2024, with approval pending
• No other formal decisions made; all other items were informational updates

City Council

The council will discuss the development of a new elementary school and review bid recommendations for 2024-2025 budget year projects. These include contracts for salt, concrete, asphalt, and ready mix concrete. The agenda also includes a resolution regarding planning services for Spencer's Landing.

• Resolution to authorize The Thrasher Group for Spencer's Landing Master Planning
• Bid recommendation for salt/deicer from Compass Minerals at $106.47 per ton delivered
• Bid recommendation for concrete replacement from Jimmie Harper Construction
• Bid recommendation for asphalt paving from Affordable Asphalt Maintenance
• Discussion regarding a new elementary school

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget & Finance Committee will review several bid recommendations for the 2024-2025 budget year. These items include contracts for salt/deicer, concrete replacement, sidewalk replacement, and asphalt paving. The committee's recommendations are presented for Council approval.

• Salt/Deicer recommendation for Compass Minerals at $106.47/ton delivered
• Concrete and sidewalk replacement bids from Jimmie Harper Construction
• Asphalt paving recommendation for Affordable Asphalt Maintenance
• Ready mix concrete and flowable fill recommendation for The Wells Group at $150.00/cubic yard

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize hiring The Thrasher Group for Spencer’s Landing planning and design services. The agenda also includes updates on the former OVU property, Jackson Pool, and the Freedom Festival.

• Resolution to engage The Thrasher Group for Spencer's Landing project
• CDBG approval resolution
• Presentation regarding former OVU property
• Update on Jackson Pool
• Update on Freedom Festival

Vienna Utility Board

The board will meet to consider approving the fiscal year 2024–2025 budgets for water, sewer, and stormwater services. Members will also vote on a resolution regarding an attorney pay increase. The meeting includes several progress updates on ongoing infrastructure and maintenance projects.

• Approval of Water, Sewer, and Stormwater Budgets for Fiscal Year 2024–2025
• Approval of Attorney Pay Increase Resolution
• Updates on Burgess & Niple water and wastewater system improvement projects
• Updates on the 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 1 Project
• Updates on Wells 9 & 10 Rehabilitation

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee will review several budget revisions, including a $1,406,884 transfer to the capital reserve. The meeting also includes discussions regarding opioid settlement funds and Freedom Festival funding. Additionally, the committee will consider a request from the Fire Department to use remaining capital funds.

• General Fund Budget Revision #10 including a $1,406,884 transfer to Capital Reserve
• Internal Budget Revision #8 reallocating funds within Police, Parks, Pool, and Personnel departments
• Request from the Fire Department to use remaining capital funds
• Discussion regarding Opioid Settlement Funds and Freedom Festival funding

City Council

The Vienna City Council will vote on resolutions to confirm the mayor's appointment of Carl Powell as police chief, retire K-9 officer Ronin and transfer ownership to his handler, and donate funds to youth football and pool passes. They will also discuss an amphitheater for Spencer's Landing and receive an update on Jackson Pool. The meeting includes public forum and recognition of a hometown hero.

• Resolution acknowledging appointment of Patrolman Carl Powell as Police Chief, effective May 20, 2024, with annual salary of $85,280
• Resolution authorizing retirement of K-9 Officer Ronin and transfer of ownership to Officer Paul Polsley, effective May 31, 2024
• Resolution to donate $15,000 to Vienna Youth Football, Inc.
• Resolution accepting $2,000 from Parkersburg Area Community Foundation for pool passes
• Discussion on amphitheater for Spencer's Landing and update on Jackson Pool

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will meet on May 17, 2024, to discuss and potentially act on several water, sewer, and stormwater projects, including authorizing a task order for a water system improvements preliminary engineering report and reviewing the FY 2024-2025 budgets. The agenda also includes updates on water quality testing, dredging, and infrastructure projects. Attached are March 2024 PFAS monitoring results from Chemours, showing PFOA levels in treated water below the EPA health advisory.

• Review of FY 2024-2025 water, sewer, and stormwater budgets
• Authorization of Task Order 2024-10 for Water System Improvements Phase 1 Preliminary Engineering Report with Burgess & Niple
• Authorization to bid for Wells 9 & 10 Rehabilitation with Burgess & Niple
• Update on 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 1 Project
• March 2024 PFAS monitoring results: PFOA levels in treated water up to 0.12 ug/L, below EPA health advisory of 0.07 ug/L? (Note: 0.12 ug/L exceeds 0.07 ug/L, but this is influent; treated water is below)

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider approving bids for two 2024 Dodge Durango police vehicles and their equipment, along with financing for the purchase. The council will also review internal and general fund budget revisions, and receive an update on Jackson Pool. The meeting includes routine reports and public forum.

• Bid approval: equipment for 2 2024 Dodge Durango Police Pursuit Rated Utility Vehicles, recommended to Miller Communications, Inc. for $42,490.00
• Bid approval: financing for 2 2024 Dodge Durango Police Rated Vehicles plus equipment
• Internal Budget Revision #7: moves funds within police, fire, and pool accounts
• General Fund Budget Revision #9: transfers $357,731 from Capital Reserve to cover pool change orders
• Update on Jackson Pool

Budget & Finance Committee

The committee will review a bid recommendation for equipment for two Dodge Durango police vehicles. It will also consider two budget revisions affecting the General Fund and internal department accounts.

• Bid recommendation for 2 2024 Dodge Durango Police Pursuit Rated Utility Vehicle equipment
• Miller Communications, Inc. bid of $42,490.00
• Brooks Public Safety bid of $64,430.49
• Intuitive Data and Technology bid of $44,492.72
• General Fund Budget Revision #9 involving a $357,731 transfer from Capital Reserve

City Council

The Vienna City Council is holding a special session to consult with Lindsey Piersol of the Wood County Development Authority about a property development matter related to the WCDA's agreement with the city for economic development. The agenda includes public forum, but no unfinished business. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.

• Consultation with Lindsey Piersol of the Wood County Development Authority on property development
• Discussion of WCDA agreement with City of Vienna regarding economic development
• Public forum for resident input

City Council

The Vienna City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance to implement a Deferred Retirement Optional Plan (DROP) for the police pension fund, which would allow eligible officers to retire in place and collect benefits while continuing to work. The council will also hear presentations on a new school location, an economic impact study, and an update on Jackson Pool. The agenda includes public forum and routine items.

• Second reading of ordinance to implement police DROP plan
• Presentation on new school location by Wood County Schools Superintendent
• Presentation on economic impact study by WVUP Center for Civic Engagement
• Update on Jackson Pool

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board is meeting to discuss ongoing infrastructure projects and vote on a resolution to increase wages. The proposed resolution would give current full-time and non-seasonal part-time employees a $1.65 per hour raise, and increase starting pay for new full-time employees by $2.00 per hour, excluding law enforcement officers. The board will also receive updates on water quality testing, the five-year capital plan, and several construction projects.

• Resolution to increase wages for full-time and part-time employees by $1.65/hour and starting wages for new full-time employees by $2.00/hour
• Update on Burgess & Niple Water & Wastewater System Improvements Project
• Update on 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 1 project
• Update on Wells 9 & 10 Rehabilitation and SCADA Upgrade
• Fund reconciliation report showing $35.5 million total balance across all funds

City Council

This is a special council session with no unfinished business. The only new business item is to lay the levy, a routine procedural action. The rest of the agenda is standard opening and closing items.

• Lay the Levy

City Council

The Vienna City Council is meeting to consider several items, including first reading of an ordinance to implement a Deferred Retirement Optional Plan (DROP) for police officers, resolutions to purchase two SUVs using opioid settlement funds and a trailer, and appointments to city commissions. The council will also discuss needs of various age groups and receive an update on Jackson Pool.

• First reading of ordinance authorizing police DROP retirement plan
• Resolution to purchase two SUVs for police using opioid settlement funds
• Resolution to purchase a 2024 6'x12' single axle enclosed trailer
• Appointments of Jim Leach to Planning Commission and Kim Williams to Tree and Beautification Commission
• Discussion on needs of various age groups (senior center, childcare)

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing resolutions to purchase two SUVs for the police department and an enclosed trailer. The body is also discussing two budget revisions to cover pay raises and departmental expenses.

• Resolution to purchase two mid-size or full-size SUVs for the Vienna Police Department using Opioid Settlement Funds
• Resolution to purchase a 2024 6’x12’ single axle enclosed trailer with two stabilizer jacks
• General Fund Budget Revision #8 to cover pay raises effective 4/1/24 and $11,897 in pool engineering costs
• Internal Budget Revision #6 to increase police investigation expenses by $7,500
• Internal Budget Revision #6 to allocate $6,540 for a Scag mower in the Parks department

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider a resolution granting $1.65/hour raises to full-time and non-seasonal part-time employees (excluding law enforcement) and a $2.00/hour starting-pay increase for new full-time hires, effective after April 1, 2024. The council will also vote on a $25,987 bid from Scots Landscaping for spring planting, maintenance, and fall cleanup, plus $299 per watering. Other items include a Fair Housing Month proclamation and an update on Jackson Pool.

• Resolution: $1.65/hr raise for current full-time and non-seasonal part-time employees, excluding law enforcement
• Resolution: $2.00/hr starting-pay increase for new full-time employees, excluding law enforcement
• Bid approval: Scots Landscaping, $25,987 for spring planting, maintenance, and fall cleanup, plus $299 per watering
• Proclamation: Fair Housing Month
• Update: Jackson Pool

City Council

The Vienna City Council is holding a special session to consider a resolution approving the 2024-2025 General Fund and Coal Severance budgets for submission to the West Virginia State Auditor's Office. The agenda includes a detailed capital expenditure request list totaling about $1.66 million after savings, covering items like police cruisers, park improvements, and street paving. No other new business is listed.

• Resolution approving 2024-2025 General Fund and Coal Severance budgets
• $850,000 for street paving projects
• $177,826 for McDonough Park restroom replacement
• $47,000 for 2 police cruisers (after $93,000 financed)
• $65,000 for fire department kitchen renovation

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board will meet to review unfinished business, including updates on water quality testing, the 5-year plan, and several infrastructure projects. The main new business item is approval of the Lead Service Line Inventory for EPA submission. The board will also hear the manager's report and board comments.

• Approval of Lead Service Line Inventory EPA submission
• Update on Burgess & Niple Water & Wastewater System Improvements Project
• Update on 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 1
• Update on Wells 9 & 10 Rehabilitation
• Update on Meter Replacement Project

City Council

The Vienna City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance adopting the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, which guides future land use and development. The council will also discuss and vote on amendments to the 2024-2025 General Fund and Coal Severance Fund budgets, and consider several bid approvals, including financing for a new fire truck and a contract for pool management. A presentation on an economic impact study is also scheduled.

• Second reading of ordinance to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Discussion and vote on 2024-2025 General Fund and Coal Severance Fund budgets
• Bid approval: 2024 Pierce Enforcer Pumper Truck financing
• Bid approval: Jackson Park Pool and Concession Management Contract
• Bid approval: 2024 Spring Planting and Maintenance

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing bid recommendations for a fire truck, pool management, and city landscaping. The body is also discussing the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget.

• Recommendation for 2024 Pierce Enforcer Pumper Truck financing from Huntington Bank for $661,163.93
• Recommendation for Jackson Park Pool and Concession Management contract with Professional Pool Management LLC for $18,000
• Recommendation for 2024 Spring Planting and Maintenance with Scots Landscaping for $25,987.00
• Discussion of the 2024-2025 General Fund Budget

Budget & Finance Committee

The meeting scheduled for March 5, 2024, has been rescheduled. No other business items are listed.

City Council

The Vienna City Council is holding a special session to consider several items, including a proclamation for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, approval of a bid for two electronic signs, and a general fund budget revision. They will also discuss the 2023-2024 budget and receive an update on Jackson Pool. The meeting includes a public forum and routine procedural items.

• Bid approval: Elite Signs, $24,314 for purchase and installation of 2 electronic signs
• General Fund Budget Revision #7: increases capital outlay for IT equipment by $24,314, funded from contingencies
• Discussion of 2023-2024 budget, including capital expenditure requests for FY 2024-2025 (e.g., street paving $850,000, police cruisers $140,000, park improvements)
• Wage increase requests for 2024-2025 budget, including longevity pay and a proposed $3/hour raise for full-time employees
• Proclamation: Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

City Council

The Vienna City Council is holding a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to adopt the 2024 Comprehensive Plan, which will guide future land use and development. The council will also consider resolutions to submit a police Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP) to the state board, appoint two planning commission members, and create a Project Development Coordinator position.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance adopting 2024 Comprehensive Plan
• Resolution to submit police DROP to Municipal Pensions Oversight Board, with up to $10,000 for actuarial costs
• Resolution appointing Melvin Turner to Planning Commission
• Resolution appointing Barbara Joyce to Planning Commission
• Resolution creating and appointing Jack Mathers as Project Development Coordinator

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board is holding a regular session with no new business. The agenda consists of updates on ongoing projects including water quality testing, the 5-year plan, water and wastewater system improvements, storm drainage, lead service line inventory, well rehabilitation, and SCADA upgrades. A fund reconciliation report shows total funds of about $35.8 million as of February 5, 2024.

• Update on Burgess & Niple Water & Wastewater System Improvements Project
• Update on 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements Phase 1
• Lead Service Line Inventory update
• Dredging of Pond Run and Dry Dams discussion
• Fund reconciliation: total funds $35,799,892.28 as of 02/05/2024

City Council

The Vienna City Council is holding a special session to hear budget presentations from 16 outside agencies, including the Vienna Library, Humane Society of Parkersburg, and the Greater Parkersburg Convention and Visitors Bureau. The agenda includes a public forum and a report of minutes, but no unfinished business. The council is reviewing each agency's current 2023-24 funding and their requested 2024-25 amounts, with some requests still to be determined.

• Vienna Library: $397,664 in 23-24, mandated funding calculated from assessed property values
• Humane Society of Parkersburg: $31,132 requested for 24-25, same as current
• Friends of Vienna: $52,000 in 23-24, 24-25 request TBD
• MOV Regional Council/WWW: $6,285 in 23-24, $3,696 requested for 24-25, both mandated
• River City Runners Club: $1,000 requested for 24-25, same as current

City Council

The Vienna City Council will vote on a resolution to waive the May 2024 primary election due to the number of candidates, and will consider a $75,000 one-year agreement with the Wood County Economic Development Authority for economic development services. The council will also review internal and general fund budget revisions, discuss a consultation agreement with Jack Mathers, and receive an update on Jackson Pool.

• Resolution to waive May 7, 2024 primary election (candidate list: 3 mayor, 2 recorder, 11 council)
• Agreement with Wood County Economic Development Authority: $75,000, paid in 4 quarterly installments of $18,750
• General Fund Budget Revision #6: $10,000 contribution to North Star Child Advocacy Center
• Internal Budget Revision #4: reallocates $1,500 in Fire Dept training funds to travel
• Discussion: consultation agreement with Jack Mathers for economic development

Budget & Finance Committee

The committee is meeting to discuss internal and general fund budget revisions for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. These items involve shifting funds within the Fire Department and allocating money to a child advocacy center.

• Internal Budget Revision #4: Transfer of $1,500 from Fire Dept Training & Education to Travel
• General Fund Budget Revision #6: $10,000 contribution to the North Star Child Advocacy Ctr
• General Fund Budget Revision #6: $10,000 decrease to Contingencies account 699

City Council

The Vienna City Council will consider a resolution to place a renewal of the existing mass transit (bus) levy on the May 14, 2024 ballot, which would fund operations for two years at about $928,174.82 per year from Vienna. The council will also vote on appointments to the Planning Commission, an opioid settlement-funded K9 purchase, a new police position, and the creation of an economic development advisory committee and authority.

• Resolution authorizing May 14, 2024 election for renewal of mass transit levy (approx. $928,174.82/year from Vienna)
• Resolution approving up to $13,000 from opioid settlement funds for a dual-purpose K9 officer and training
• Resolution creating Evidence Technician/Criminal Investigator position (salary $52,000-$55,000/year)
• Resolution forming Economic Development Advisory Committee (7 members, one-year pilot)
• Ordinance (first reading) creating Vienna Economic Development Authority (5 members)

Vienna Utility Board

The Vienna Utility Board is holding a special session to consider two new business items: approving a meter purchase and approving Task Order No. 2024-09 with Burgess & Niple for the rehabilitation of Wells 9 and 10, including design, bidding, and construction phase services. The agenda also includes a reconciliation of city funds as of January 8, 2024, showing total balances across all funds.

• Meter purchase approval
• Task Order No. 2024-09 with Burgess & Niple for Wells 9 and 10 rehabilitation, totaling $83,400 ($47,000 design, $7,700 bidding, $28,700 construction)
• Rehabilitation includes well inspection, pumping tests, redevelopment, and replacement pumps/motors (Contract No. 1) and electrical improvements (Contract No. 2)
• Fund reconciliation shows total city funds of $36,334,386.53 as of January 8, 2024

City Council

The Vienna City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance, including transferring remaining American Rescue Plan funds to the Vienna Utility Board for water well rehabilitation, creating an economic development advisory committee and authority, and approving a $75,000 agreement with the Wood County Economic Development Authority. The agenda also includes donating a used police cruiser, adopting fire department bylaw amendments, and a budget revision.

• Transfer of approximately $190,000 in ARP funds to Vienna Utility Board for water well fields 9 and 10 rehabilitation
• Resolution to donate a 2009 Dodge Charger police cruiser (VIN 2B3KA43V49H638217) to City of Pennsboro
• Ordinance first reading to create Vienna Economic Development Authority
• Resolution to accept $75,000 agreement with Wood County Economic Development Authority
• Amended 2023-24 General Fund Budget Revision #5, increasing revenue and expenditures by $300,730

Budget & Finance Committee

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing a budget revision and several resolutions for economic and riverfront development. This includes transferring American Rescue Plan funds to the Vienna Utility Board for water infrastructure.

• Transfer of approximately $190,000 in ARP funds to the Vienna Utility Board for water well fields nine and ten
• Agreement with Wood County Economic Development Authority for $75,000
• Agreement with Merritt/Chase for Spencer’s Landing riverfront design not to exceed $32,000
• 2023-2024 General Fund Budget Revision #5 including a $300,730 revenue increase from Capital Reserve