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Vienna public meetings in 2025

51 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 11, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $349,000 police vehicle and body‑camera purchase

The Vienna City Council will consider several new business items, including a bid recommendation to purchase a police vehicle and body‑camera system for $349,000, to be financed over five years. The Council will also vote on a resolution to use $66,473.28 of opioid settlement funds for the first‑year payment of that equipment. Additional items include a fire department pumper truck budget revision, a fire‑truck purchase appropriation, and authorizing a donation of $8,500 to the Wood County Prevention Coalition.

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✓ Decided: Council approved police body‑camera purchase and fire‑truck funding

The council voted 7‑0 to approve the bid for a police vehicle and body‑camera system from Axon Enterprises for $349,000. A resolution to use $66,473.28 of Opioid Settlement Funds for the first‑year camera payment passed 5‑2, while an amendment to fund it from the General Fund failed 3‑4. The council also approved the 2025‑26 General Fund Budget Revision #5, adding $1,256,068 for a new fire‑truck, and approved the fire‑truck bid, both by 7‑0 votes.

Tue Dec 9, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Committee reviews $349,000 police vehicle and body camera system bid

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing bid recommendations for police and fire department equipment. The body will also consider a resolution to use opioid settlement funds for initial payments.

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Thu Nov 13, 2025

City Council

Council to approve purchase of equipment for two police pursuit vehicles

The Vienna City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing an $8,500 donation to Westbrook Health Services for a youth anti‑opioid program. It will also vote on a General Fund budget revision that adds $375,000 each to the capital reserve and streets capital outlay, and on using remaining funds from the McDonough Wildlife Refuge walking track project for additional park paving. A bid recommendation for equipment on two 2026 Dodge Durango police pursuit vehicles, with a lowest bid of $31,483.20, will be presented, along with resolutions to engage outside counsel for a real‑estate matter and to permit litigation to enforce city ordinances.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $375K infrastructure boost and several funding resolutions

The council approved an $8,500 donation to Westbrook Health Services for a youth anti‑opioid program (4‑0). It adopted General Fund Budget Revision #4, adding $375,000 for street and infrastructure improvements (6‑0). The mayor was authorized to use remaining capital funds for additional park paving and to purchase police vehicle equipment, and to engage outside counsel for a real‑estate matter and to pursue litigation to enforce ordinances (each 6‑0).

Wed Nov 12, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Utility Board to review water quality testing and rate study updates

The Vienna Utility Board will discuss several unfinished items, including the latest water quality testing results for PFAS in the city’s well fields. The board will also consider an ARP discussion, the five‑year utility plan, dredging work on Pond Run and Dry Dams, and an update and approval of the rate study. New business will be addressed after these items.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board unanimously approved new water and sewer rates

The board approved the minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting as posted. The board voted to adopt new water and sewer rates, increasing water from $16.75 to $30.32 and sewer from $30.94 to $45.63 over three steps. The rate‑increase motion passed unanimously with a 4‑0 vote.

Thu Nov 6, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

City adopts $864,036 capital reserve boost and $1.275M street outlay

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider the fourth revision to the 2025‑26 General Fund budget, which adds $864,036 to the Capital Reserve and $1,275,000 to street capital outlays. It will also vote on a resolution to apply remaining funds from the McDonough Park walking‑track seal‑coating project to additional park paving, and a resolution to donate $5,000 to the Wood County Prevention Coalition for a youth anti‑opioid program. Finally, the committee will review a bid recommendation for equipment on two 2026 Dodge Durango police pursuit‑rated utility vehicles, with the lowest bid at $31,483.20.

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Thu Oct 23, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider ordinance restricting electric bikes and scooters for minors

At the October 23, 2025 meeting, the Vienna City Council will take a second‑reading vote on two ordinances. One ordinance would prohibit persons fifteen years of age or younger from operating electric bicycles, motorized scooters, low‑speed mini‑scooters and similar devices, with specific supervised and other exemptions. The other ordinance would authorize the city to sell a list of surplus personal property—including vehicles, equipment, and park items—through an internet auction at GovDeals.com. No new business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approved electric bike and scooter age‑restriction ordinance

The Vienna City Council approved the second reading of an ordinance that prohibits persons 15 years or younger from operating electric bicycles, motorized scooters, low‑speed mini scooters and related devices, with certain exceptions. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0. The council also introduced an ordinance to sell various city‑owned personal property through an internet auction, but no vote outcome was recorded in the minutes.

Tue Oct 14, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were considered

The Budget and Finance Committee was scheduled to meet on October 14, 2025. The meeting’s New Business section indicates the meeting was cancelled. Consequently, no items were discussed, decided, or voted on. The next regular meeting is set for November 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM.

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Thu Oct 9, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider first reading of electric bike age restriction ordinance

At its regular meeting on October 9, 2025, the Vienna City Council will discuss identifying a possible wake‑zone area on the Ohio River. The Council will take the first reading of an ordinance that would prohibit persons fifteen years of age or younger from operating electric bicycles and motorized scooters, with specified exceptions. A second ordinance will be read for the first time to authorize the sale of various city‑owned personal property through an internet auction at GovDeals.com. The Council will also consider a resolution to create a master plan for allocating Capital Reserve Funds for infrastructure and development projects.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves the meeting minutes

The council approved the minutes from the October 2, 2025 session. Councilman Deitzler moved to approve the first reading of the electric‑bike and scooter ordinance and Councilman Sasyn seconded the motion; the ordinance was discussed but no vote tally was recorded. A motion to increase the ordinance fines was also made and seconded, with no recorded outcome.

Wed Oct 8, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Vienna Utility Board to consider water system improvements and engineering services

The Vienna Utility Board will discuss ongoing water quality testing, rate studies, and water storage tank updates. The board is also considering the approval of engineering services and two specific task orders for professional services and water system improvements.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Burgess & Niple as engineering firm for the next five years

The Vienna Utility Board unanimously approved Burgess & Niple to continue as the city’s engineering firm for at least five years. The board also unanimously approved Task Order No. 2025-01 for miscellaneous professional services and Task Order No. 2025-02 for Phase 1 water system improvements. All three motions passed with a 5‑0 vote.

Thu Sep 25, 2025

City Council

City Council votes to add a 14th patrolman to Vienna Police Department

The Vienna City Council met on September 25, 2025 to consider three resolutions. One resolution authorizes a one‑time donation of $5,000 from opioid settlement funds to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Parkersburg for after‑school transportation. A second resolution amends the police department composition, increasing patrolmen from 13 to 14. The third resolution approves the execution of a memorandum of understanding with the Wood County Board of Education to provide school resource officers at Vienna, Greenmont, and Neale elementary schools.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved opioid donation, added a 14th patrolman, and signed school officer MOU

The council approved three resolutions: a $5,000 donation of opioid settlement funds to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Parkersburg for after‑school transportation; an amendment to increase the Vienna Police Department from 13 to 14 patrolmen; and the execution of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Wood County Board of Education for School Resource Officers at the three Vienna elementary schools. All three resolutions passed unanimously (7‑0). The minutes from the September 18 meeting were also approved.

Thu Sep 18, 2025

City Council

Council to approve financing for two 2025 F250 utility trucks at $131,075.64

The council will consider a third revision to the General Fund that adds a net $60,000 increase, allocating $489,036 for pool repairs and opening, $85,000 for a kayak launch match, $79,400 for emergency tree removal, and $75,000 for pool maintenance. Council members will review a bid recommendation to finance two 2025 F250 utility trucks, with United Bank’s three‑year loan at 3.65% costing $131,075.64 as the preferred option. The meeting will also include discussion of financing for the Spencer’s Landing project, though no specific amount is provided.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved 2025 General Fund Budget Revision #3, adding $60,000

The council voted 7‑0 to adopt General Fund Budget Revision #3, which adds a $60,000 increase to expenditures for pool repairs and other projects. The council also voted 7‑0 to approve financing for two 2025 F250 utility trucks with United Bank at a 3‑year 3.65% rate, costing $131,075.64. A lengthy discussion on financing Spencer’s Landing took place, but no formal action was recorded.

Thu Sep 18, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

City to approve budget revision and truck financing

The Vienna Budget and Finance Committee will consider a third revision to the 2025-2026 General Fund budget, which includes an increase of $60,000 for capital reserve and pool maintenance funds. The committee will also vote on a bid recommendation to finance two 2025 F250 utility trucks through United Bank at a total cost of $131,075.64.

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Thu Sep 11, 2025

City Council

City Council to approve $25,000 donation for WVU Foundation water‑tower repaint

The Vienna City Council will consider several items, including an ordinance amendment on driving in play streets and a resolution to donate a surplus pedestrian bridge to the Mountain State Sportsmen’s Association. The council will also vote on a $25,000 donation to the WVU Foundation for a water‑tower repainting project, a General Fund budget revision, and a resolution approving an agreement with WVDOT for the 27th Street Bridge Project. Additional items include bid recommendations for the Police Department, Streets, and a kayak launch, and a resolution to apply for a FLAP grant to fund an ADA‑compliant boat dock at the 12th Street kayak launch.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $25K WVU donation, bridge donation, budget revision, and several bids

The Vienna City Council approved a second reading of the play‑streets ordinance, a donation of a surplus pedestrian bridge to the Mountain State Sportsmen’s Association, and a General Fund Budget Revision #2. It also authorized a $25,000 donation to the WVU at Parkersburg Foundation for a water‑tower repaint, and approved bids for police vehicles, street trucks, and a kayak‑launch truck. All motions passed unanimously (6‑0) with Councilmember Jim Leach absent.

Wed Sep 10, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Utility Board will discuss a rate study for future water and sewer charges

The board will review ongoing items including water quality testing, a discussion of the American Rescue Plan, the five‑year utility plan, and dredging of Pond Run and dry dams. It will consider a request for qualifications for engineering services and a rate study to evaluate future water and sewer rates. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for discussion.

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✓ Decided: Board approved prior minutes and formed committee for engineering interviews

The Utility Board approved the minutes from the August 13, 2025 meeting. A committee was created to interview engineering firms for the upcoming R.F.Q. for engineering services. The board received updates on water quality testing, ARP funds, the 5‑year plan, pond dredging, and a rate study, but no formal actions were taken on those items. The meeting was adjourned at 10:45 am.

Tue Sep 9, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Budget committee reviews vehicle bids and general fund revisions

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing a general fund budget revision and bid recommendations for city vehicles. The meeting includes discussions on funding for police and street department equipment.

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Thu Aug 28, 2025

City Council

Vienna Council considers opioid settlements and play street ordinance

The City Council will vote on participating in several opioid-related settlements, including the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy and Sackler family settlement. The body is also considering an ordinance to amend driving regulations on designated play streets and a TIF agreement assignment.

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✓ Decided: City approved participation in Purdue Pharma bankruptcy and other opioid settlements.

The council re‑appointed Barbara Joyce and appointed M.J. Ayson‑Lemon to the Board of Parks and Recreation, both unanimously. It consented to assign the TIF agreement to CAFARO GC MALL, LLC with a 6‑0 vote. The council authorized participation in the Purdue Pharma bankruptcy plan and related opioid settlements, passing 5‑0‑1. The Play Streets ordinance was amended and its first reading approved, each by a 6‑0 vote.

Thu Aug 14, 2025

City Council

Vienna Council to discuss WV 23 Kayak Launch and budget revisions

City Council will consider the design and construction of the WV 23 Vienna Kayak Launch Project and a revision to the 2025-2026 General Fund Budget. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding grant applications for a senior center generator and home improvement programs.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved the Vienna Kayak Launch Project and its funding

The council unanimously approved the design and construction agreements for the Vienna Kayak Launch Project, committing local match funds of $4,120 for design and $65,880 for construction. It also adopted the 2025‑2026 General Fund Budget Revision #1, moving $75,000 to capital outlay for the kayak launch, and approved several resolutions including an emergency generator for the senior center, inclusion of housing improvement programs in the CDBG application, a commemorative bench in Jackson Park, and direction for an online or RFP‑based auction of city property.

Wed Aug 13, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Vienna Utility Board meets August 13 to review routine water-system updates

The Vienna Utility Board will hold its regular session at 210 60th Street, Vienna, WV. The agenda lists only procedural items such as roll call, approval of past minutes, and public forum; no substantive decisions or new contracts are scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Board approved July 9 minutes; no other actions taken

The Vienna Utility Board approved the minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting as posted. No other items were formally approved, denied, or tabled during the session.

Tue Aug 5, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Budget committee to discuss kayak launch funding and senior center generator

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing a budget revision to fund a city match for a kayak launch project. The body is also considering resolutions for Community Development Block Grant applications, including one for an emergency generator.

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Mon Jul 28, 2025

City Council

Vienna Council to consider participation in Parkersburg/Wood County HOME Consortium

The City Council will discuss and vote on a resolution to participate in the Parkersburg/Wood County HOME Consortium from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. This includes approving the FY 2025-2029 Five-year Consolidated Plan and the FY 2025 Annual Action Plan for submission to HUD.

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✓ Decided: Council approves participation in HOME housing consortium

The Vienna City Council voted 7-0 to adopt a resolution authorizing the city to join the Parkersburg/Wood County Home Consortium and to file the FY 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and FY 2025 Annual Action Plan with HUD. The council also approved a motion to enter executive session, which passed 7-0. No decisions were made on the real estate or employee personnel matters discussed in executive session. The minutes of the July 10, 2025 meeting were approved.

Thu Jul 10, 2025

City Council

Vienna City Council to review bid recommendations for street and concrete work

The City Council will consider bid recommendations for several infrastructure projects, including street salt, asphalt, and concrete. The meeting also includes an update from the ITC featuring Dr. Tori Jackson and Lindsey Piersol.

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✓ Decided: Council approved multiple bid recommendations for street maintenance and materials

The council voted 7‑0 to approve the bid recommendation for salt/deicer. It also approved bid recommendations for concrete replacement, as‑needed asphalt, and ready‑mix concrete and flowable fill, each passing with a 7‑0 vote. No other substantive actions were taken.

Wed Jul 9, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Vienna Utility Board to discuss water quality and infrastructure planning

The Vienna Utility Board will meet to discuss unfinished business including water quality testing and a five-year plan. The meeting includes a review of PFAS analytical results from May 2025 monitoring of the city's GAC treatment systems.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board approved June 4 meeting minutes

The Vienna Utility Board approved the minutes from the June 4, 2025 meeting as posted. The board received updates on water‑quality testing, ARP funding, the five‑year plan, and dredging projects, but no actions were taken on those items. No new business was presented.

Tue Jul 8, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Budget & Finance Committee to review bid recommendations for street materials

The Budget and Finance Committee will meet to review bid recommendations for road salt, concrete replacement, as-needed asphalt, and general concrete. The committee has recommended Compass Minerals for the salt contract based on bid results from June 24, 2025.

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Thu Jun 26, 2025

City Council

Council considers donation of outdoor hockey rink for Jackson Park

The City Council will consider a resolution to accept the donation and installation of an outdoor hockey rink. The facility would be located on the asphalt surface next to the basketball courts at Jackson Park.

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✓ Decided: Council approves donation and outdoor hockey rink for Jackson Park

The Vienna City Council adopted a resolution to accept donated equipment and install an outdoor hockey rink at Jackson Park. The motion passed unanimously with a 7‑0 vote. The council also approved the minutes from the June 12, 2025 meeting.

Thu Jun 12, 2025

City Council

Vienna City Council to consider new phone system and street designations

The City Council will discuss ground water and vote on several budget revisions. The body is also considering resolutions regarding street designations and decorative lighting agreements.

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✓ Decided: Council approves phone system bid and designates 700 block of 31st St as Play Street

The council approved the recommendation to purchase a new phone system from iTech and adopted several budget revisions, including the 2024‑25 Coal Severance Fund, an internal budget revision, and a general fund revision. They also approved designating the 700 block of 31st Street as a Play Street. All votes were unanimous (6‑0) with Councilman Deitzler absent. The minutes of the May 22, 2025 meeting were approved.

Wed Jun 4, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Vienna Utility Board to consider budget approval and water infrastructure updates

The Vienna Utility Board will meet to discuss budget approval and several unfinished infrastructure projects. The board is also reviewing water quality testing results related to PFAS monitoring.

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✓ Decided: Utility Board approved 2025‑2026 water, sewer and stormwater budget

The board approved the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved a task order to replace the concrete landing at the 12th Street lift station with grading. It approved a $5,375.04 change order for a large breaker at Wells 9 and 10. Finally, the board adopted the water, sewer and stormwater budget for fiscal year 2025‑2026.

Tue Jun 3, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Budget & Finance Committee reviews phone system bid and budget revisions

The committee is reviewing a bid recommendation for a new city phone system. The meeting also includes discussions on two budget revisions.

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Thu May 22, 2025

City Council

Vienna Council considers $125,500 contract for new pole building

City Council will vote on a bid for a 24x144 foot pole building and a change to the city's competitive bidding threshold. The meeting includes decisions on using remaining capital funds for a tractor and a building project.

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✓ Decided: Council approved construction of a 24x144‑ft pole building

The council approved several ordinances, including raising the competitive‑bid threshold to $25,000 and adopting the 2024 replacement pages to the city code. It also approved a resolution dedicating the Jackson Park pool diving boards to Mike Elam and authorized use of remaining capital funds for a tractor and for the pole building. The bid for the pole building (Jimmie Harper Construction $125,500) and the associated budget revision were both approved.

Tue May 20, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Committee considers $125,500 contract for new pole building

The Budget and Finance Committee is reviewing a bid recommendation for a pole building and two resolutions to repurpose remaining capital funds. The body is also considering General Fund Budget Revision #5.

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Thu May 8, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $130,160 bid for McDonough Park restroom rehab

The Vienna City Council will hold a public forum, approve minutes, and hear the treasurer's report. On unfinished business, it will conduct a second reading of an ordinance raising the competitive bid threshold from $17,500 to $25,000. Under new business, it will consider a first reading of a similar ordinance and vote on awarding a $130,160 contract to Jimmie Harper Construction for McDonough Park restroom rehabilitation.

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✓ Decided: City raises competitive bid threshold to $25,000 for purchases

The council unanimously approved two ordinance amendments that increase the competitive‑bidding trigger from $17,500 to $25,000. It also approved the $130,160 bid to rehabilitate the restrooms at McDonough Wildlife Refuge. The minutes of the April 24 meeting were approved.

Mon Apr 28, 2025

Planning Commission

Commission to discuss Comprehensive Plan, downtown revitalization, public forum

This meeting of the Vienna Planning Commission includes discussion and possible vote on the Comprehensive Plan, a presentation from Wood County Economic Development, and discussion on downtown revitalization including forming a façade committee and preparing for the WV ON TRAC/Main Street program. Commissioners will also decide whether to add a public forum to the start of future meetings.

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Thu Apr 24, 2025

City Council

Council to consider $84K pedestrian bridge replacement, raise bid threshold to $25K

The Vienna City Council will consider a bid recommendation for two pedestrian bridge replacements in Jackson Park for $84,000, funded by a donation from the estate of James Midkiff. Other business includes a resolution to join the West Virginia Checkbook program for financial transparency, an ordinance raising the competitive bid threshold from $17,500 to $25,000, and authorization to auction surplus city property via internet auction.

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✓ Decided: Council approved construction of two Jackson Park pedestrian bridges

The council approved the Jackson Park pedestrian bridge project and authorized the use of an $84,000 donation for it. It also named Lou Molinaro as a Board Member Emeritus of the Parks and Recreation Board and tabled the 2024 Replacement Pages to the Codified Ordinances. The minutes from the April 10 and 15 meetings were approved without changes.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

City Council

City Council to consider levy order and supplement for tax rates

The Vienna City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the levy order report and supplement, which sets property tax rates for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting includes a public forum for resident input.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved levy order and rate sheet (6-0)

The council voted to approve the Levy Order, Rate Sheet, and Supplement. All six voting members voted yes; one councilmember was absent. The motion passed unanimously with a 6-0 vote.

Tue Apr 15, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Committee to review bids for pedestrian bridge and demolition projects

The Budget and Finance Committee will consider two bid recommendations: replacement of the Jackson Park 2 pedestrian bridge and demolition of a concrete structure on 12th Street. No unfinished business is pending. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2025.

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Thu Apr 10, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $58,367 flower planting contract and park budget revision

This regular meeting includes discussion of the WV Checkbook Project and Senior Center programming, along with several business items. Council will consider a budget revision to allocate $4,000 for a park building, a bid approval for flower planting and maintenance totaling $58,367, first reading of an ordinance to update codified ordinances, and a resolution to rename Campus View Drive. Public forum and recognitions are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council unanimously approved $4,000 park building budget revision

The council approved the March 27 meeting minutes. It adopted Internal Budget Revision #4, moving $4,000 to purchase a building for the ballfield side of the park, with a 7‑0 vote. The council also discussed the WV Checkbook transparency project and senior‑center programming, but no actions were taken on those items.

Wed Apr 9, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Board to consider agreement for Phase 1 of Dry Dams/Pond Run project

The Vienna Utility Board will consider an agreement for Phase 1 of the Dry Dams/Pond Run project and approve the scope of a water project. They will also review utility permitting procedures and receive updates on water quality testing, lead service line inventory, SCADA upgrade, meter replacement, well rehabilitation, and storm drainage improvements. The agenda includes discussion of PFAS monitoring results from Chemours.

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✓ Decided: Board approved Phase 1 Pond Run dredging contract and water project scope

The Vienna Utility Board unanimously approved a task order for Phase 1 dredging of Pond Run and the associated design, bidding, and construction assistance. The board also unanimously approved the scope of a new water main improvement project. Earlier, the minutes from the March 12 meeting were approved as posted.

Tue Apr 1, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Committee to consider budget revision for ballfield building, flower bid

The Budget & Finance Committee will discuss Internal Budget Revision #4, which moves $4,000 within the Parks department to purchase a building for ballfield equipment storage. They will also review a bid recommendation for spring flower plantings, maintenance, and watering services across multiple city locations, including Grand Central Avenue, medians, parks, and public buildings. The committee will decide on approval or rejection of the revision and the bid recommendation.

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Thu Mar 27, 2025

City Council

Council to consider Master Plan for Spencer’s Landing and 2025-2026 budgets

The City Council is deciding on the adoption of the Spencer’s Landing Master Plan and the approval of the 2025-2026 General Fund and Coal Severance budgets. The body will also consider a Planning Commission appointment and the dismissal of specific opioid litigation.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Spencer’s Landing master plan and several key resolutions

The Vienna City Council adopted the Master Plan for Spencer’s Landing, appointed Nick Bibbee to the Planning Commission, accepted a Justice Assistance Grant, approved the voluntary dismissal of ongoing opioid litigation, and approved the 2025‑2026 General Fund and Coal Severance Budgets submission. All motions passed with votes ranging from 6‑0 to 7‑0.

Thu Mar 13, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $75K economic development agreement and budget amendments

The Vienna City Council will consider approving a $75,000 agreement with the Wood County Economic Development Authority, appointing Jack Mathers as Project Development Coordinator, and voting on amendments to the 2025-2026 General Fund and Coal Severance Fund budgets. Also up for bid approval is Nolan Services LLC for cleaning various city buildings at $6,250 per month.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $11.84M FY25-26 budget with amendments

The Vienna City Council approved the 2025-2026 General Fund and Coal Severance Fund budgets, including several amendments to the Parks Department budget. The council also approved a $75,000 economic development agreement with the Wood County Development Authority, a $25,000 special project consultant contract with Mathers Forest Consulting, and a $6,250/month building cleaning contract with Nolan Services. A proposed 10% across-the-board cut to salaries and benefits failed for lack of a second.

Wed Mar 12, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Vienna Utility Board to discuss 28th Street drainage and infrastructure updates

The Vienna Utility Board will meet to review updates on several water and sewage projects. The board will discuss authorization to bid for Phase 1 of the 28th Street Storm Drainage Improvements. The session includes the election of a Vice President.

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✓ Decided: Vienna Utility Board elects Randy Rapp as Vice President

The Vienna Utility Board unanimously elected Randy Rapp as Vice President, with Rapp abstaining and Chairman Leach absent. The board also discussed updates on water quality testing, stormwater projects, lead service line inventory, and a SCADA upgrade, where Citco failed to appear and the board plans to terminate their service and seek reimbursement. No other formal votes were taken.

Thu Mar 6, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on $40,900 kayak launch design contract, discuss budget

Vienna City Council will consider a resolution authorizing a $40,900 contract with Burgess & Niple for design and bidding of a 12th Street kayak launch. Council also will hold a budget discussion with department heads, reviewing a capital expenditure request table totaling $3.85 million for items including police cruisers, park improvements, and street paving. The meeting also includes recognition of a middle school boys basketball championship team.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $40,900 kayak launch design contract; discusses $11.8M budget

Council approved a resolution authorizing Burgess & Niple to design the 12th St. Kayak Launch, generate bid documents, solicit bids, and perform construction administration services for a total not to exceed $40,900. The motion passed 5-0-1-1, with Councilman Sasyn abstaining and Councilman Deitzler absent. Council also held a budget discussion for FYE 06/30/2026, reviewing a proposed $11,840,531 general fund budget, which includes $900,000 for street paving and $1,307,525 in capital outlay. No formal budget vote was taken.

Tue Mar 4, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Budget revision and cleaning contract bid for city buildings

The Vienna Budget & Finance Committee will consider Internal Budget Revision #3, which shifts funds between accounts (e.g., fire department auto supplies to building maintenance, mayor's group insurance to materials and uniforms) totaling $97,600 with no net change. They will also review a bid recommendation for a three-year cleaning contract for four city buildings (Police Department, City Building, Utility Board, Senior Center), with an optional two-year extension.

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Thu Feb 27, 2025

City Council

Council to vote on updating Planning Commission code to comply with state law

The Vienna City Council will hold a second reading and vote on an ordinance amending the Planning Commission article of the municipal code (Article 133) to bring it into compliance with West Virginia State Code. The council will also receive a budget update from Amy Roberts, hear a presentation from the Wood County Development Authority, vote on four reappointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals, and discuss a proposed kayak launch on 12th Street.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Planning Commission ordinance update and BZA reappointments

The Vienna City Council approved a corrected ordinance amending the Planning Commission code to comply with state law, and reappointed four members to the Board of Zoning Appeals. The council also received a budget update and a presentation on economic development, but took no other formal actions.

Wed Feb 26, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Utility board to review $44.1M capital improvement plan and project updates

The Vienna Utility Board will discuss updates on ongoing projects including the Burgess & Niple study, SCADA upgrade, wells 9 and 10 rehabilitation, water storage tank condition assessment, and a water/wastewater study for the WVU-P site. They will also review a $44.1M five-year capital improvements plan covering sewer, water, storm drainage, dredging, and street/bridge projects, and set future meeting dates.

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✓ Decided: Vienna Utility Board sets monthly meeting schedule, reviews $45M projects

The Vienna Utility Board approved the minutes from February 14, 2024, and set future meetings for the second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM (5-0). They reviewed ongoing projects, including a $45M five-year plan, and discussed updates on the SCADA system, well improvements, and water/sewer extensions for the WVU-P site. No formal votes were taken on project approvals; the meeting was primarily informational.

Thu Feb 20, 2025

City Council

Council hears presentations from community organizations

This special council session will hear presentations from 14 outside agencies, including the Chamber of Commerce, Wood County Development Authority, and local nonprofits. An ordinance amending the Planning Commission section of the municipal code is scheduled for discussion and vote at the regular meeting on February 27.

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✓ Decided: Council approves minutes changes; hears funding requests from agencies

The Vienna City Council held a special session primarily to hear presentations from outside agencies requesting funding for the 2024-25 fiscal year. No funding decisions were made during this meeting; the requests will be considered at a later date. The council did approve corrections to the minutes from the February 13 regular session.

Fri Feb 14, 2025

Vienna Utility Board

Utility Board to review PFAS test results and discuss water quality updates

The Vienna Utility Board will hear updates on water quality testing, meter replacement, and rehabilitation of Wells 9 & 10. A request for service at the OVU/WVU-P site is on the agenda as new business. The board also received PFAS monitoring results from November 2024, showing PFOA levels at the lead beds of the northern well field GAC system.

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✓ Decided: Vienna Utility Board approves minutes, hears water system updates

The Vienna Utility Board met on February 14, 2025, and approved the minutes from the November 14, 2024 regular meeting as posted. No public forum was held. The board received updates on water quality compliance, meter replacement progress, and well rehabilitation, including an emergency repair needed for well 7. No formal votes on new business were taken; the board discussed a service request for a new school at the OVU/WVU-P site and awaited further studies.

Thu Feb 13, 2025

City Council

Vienna City Council to discuss Jackson Middle School project and update planning codes

City Council will discuss the Jackson Middle School project and receive a presentation from the Greater Parkersburg Convention & Visitors Bureau. The body is also considering an ordinance to bring Planning Commission codes into compliance with state law and a bid recommendation for the Jackson Pool.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Jackson Park Pool contract with YMCA for $10,651.56

The Vienna City Council approved a $10,651.56 contract with the Parkersburg YMCA to operate the Jackson Park Pool and Concession Stand, with salaries reimbursed as worked. The council also re-appointed Kelly Craft to the Planning Commission, donated a salt spreader to Williamstown, passed the first reading of an ordinance updating the Planning Commission code, and approved an internal budget revision. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

Tue Feb 4, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Committee to discuss budget revision, Jackson Pool bid

The Vienna Budget & Finance Committee will review and discuss Internal Budget Revision #2, which transfers funds between accounts, including moving $8,000 for the Thrasher Contract and adjusting $25,000 for a Project Coordinator. They will also consider a bid recommendation for Jackson Pool and hold preliminary discussions for the upcoming budget season.

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Thu Jan 23, 2025

City Council

Vienna Council to accept $65,577 opioid settlement, discuss Manville land use

The Vienna City Council will consider a resolution to accept $65,577.06 from an ongoing opioid litigation settlement and discuss a land use covenant agreement with Manville. The council also plans to vote on several board appointments, including Mayor Chad Emrick to the Vienna Utility Board, and authorize a $46,000 radio receiver purchase for the fire department. Additional items include adopting best practices for newly elected officials and donating 44 used chairs to the Wood County Recreation Commission.

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Thu Jan 9, 2025

City Council

Council to accept $112,054 bequest for park improvements

The Vienna City Council will consider accepting a $112,054.93 bequest from the estate of former Police Chief James G. Midkiff for Vienna City Park System improvements. The council will also discuss talent acquisition with Momentive's global talent manager and approve multiple appointments to city boards and commissions.

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✓ Decided: Council accepts $112K bequest for park improvements

The Vienna City Council accepted a $112,054.93 bequest from the estate of former Parkersburg Police Chief James Midkif, directing the funds to the General Fund for Vienna City Park improvements. The council also approved several appointments, including council liaisons and board representatives, and tabled two Vienna Utility Board appointments pending the candidates' presence.

Tue Jan 7, 2025

Budget & Finance Committee

Budget and Finance meeting cancelled for January 7, 2025

The Budget and Finance meeting scheduled for January 7, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

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