Development & economy in West Virginia local government
What West Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about development & economy — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
189 West Virginia meetings since 2024 covered development & economy. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in West Virginia with the most development & economy activity
- Charleston, WV (77)
- Morgantown, WV (31)
- Ranson corporation, WV (30)
- Wheeling, WV (13)
- Charles Town, WV (12)
- Fairmont, WV (10)
- Moundsville, WV (10)
- Vienna, WV (2)
- Ronceverte, WV (2)
- Weirton, WV (1)
- Preston County, WV (1)
Latest matching meetings
City Council Development Committee to discuss property acquisition
The Wheeling City Council Development Committee will meet on July 21, 2026, to discuss an executive session regarding property acquisition.
City Center BID board to review minutes and reports
The City Center Business Improvement District Board of Directors will meet to review previous meeting minutes, receive financial and ambassador reports, and discuss updates on the Master Plan and municipal beautification.
UR Authority authorized to create blight‑remediation plan for East End
The Urban Renewal and Economic Development Committee will approve minutes from the December 20, 2023 meeting. It will consider Resolution No. 26-084, which authorizes the Charleston Urban Renewal Authority to develop a plan to eliminate and prevent blight and to conserve and rehabilitate properties in the East End…
PODA committee to review new applicant Backyard Pizza Morgantown
The PODA Review Committee meets to discuss general updates, including pending annual renewals, marketing materials, and a new applicant. The meeting is largely procedural with no votes or binding decisions expected.
Vienna Council to consider rezoning WVUP IT Center for housing and retail
The Vienna City Council will hold a public forum, hear reports, and consider four new business items: two ordinances to rezone portions of the WVUP IT Center property, an amendment to the mandatory curbside recycling ordinance, and a resolution to participate in the Parkersburg/Wood County Home Consortium for FY 2026…
Wheeling City Council Development Committee meets to discuss property acquisition
The Wheeling City Council Development Committee will meet on July 7, 2026, to discuss an executive session regarding property acquisition.
Board will consider a variance for a front-yard detached garage at 4341 Harmon Creek Rd
The Zoning Appeals Board will review a variance request from Bernard Aria to install a detached garage in the front yard of his residence at 4341 Harmon Creek Road. The request seeks an exception to Article 12.05(B) of the Unified Development Ordinance, which normally permits garages only in side yards aligned with or…
Commission to discuss Appalachian Spring Project and Ruffner Park updates
The Municipal Beautification Commission will hear updates on the Appalachian Spring Project and Ruffner Park, review the tree inventory, and receive a public grounds report. It will also approve prior meeting minutes and a treasurer's report.
Public hearing on Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan
The Charles Town Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development items and conduct commission reviews of several proposals. The hearings cover the Norborne‑Glebe Phase 16 preliminary plan (SLD2025‑02) and an amendment to the zoning use table for the Old Town Mixed Use Commercial District (TXA2026‑01)…
Planning Commission public hearings on two subdivision phases
The Ranson Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider multiple items related to the Huntwell West Phase 3A and Parkland Commons (The Foundry) subdivisions. Actions include approval of final plats, bonds, development agreements, and a bond reduction of $506,536.55 for Parkland Commons Section 2. A legal…
Council to review economic development incentives and public feedback
Council will discuss public input on economic development incentives, including adaptive reuse, facade loans, and B&O tax breaks. They may prioritize a Business Improvement District (BID) and begin a workshop on enhanced connectivity (trails, lighting, crosswalks). No votes are expected.
Council to award $50,000 opioid settlement grant to housing authority
The Fairmont City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on correcting the name of the Fairmont-Marion County Transit Authority. It will also introduce a new sign ordinance, authorize the purchase of 12 delinquent tax parcels, annex land near Carriage Drive, and award a $50,000 opioid settlement grant to the…
Board decides on 6 variance requests, including hotel parking lot
The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals will hear a variance request from Advantage Health to exempt a gravel parking lot from landscaping and island requirements at 699 Burroughs St, linked to a hotel development. Other requests involve lighting, fence height, accessory structures, and setbacks at various residential…
BID board hears reports on finances, ambassador, and master plan
The City Center Business Improvement District Board of Directors meets to receive routine reports from the treasurer, ambassador, subcommittees, and a master plan update including grant and project status. The meeting also includes a Municipal Beautification Commission update and approval of previous minutes. No major…
City Council to discuss Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District. The session is based on a document dated April 14, 2026.
Council to certify 2026 municipal election results
The Ranson City Council will hold a special meeting to certify the results of the 2026 municipal election, as the sole item of business. No other proposals or discussions are listed on the agenda.
Updates on Smith Street projects and East End urban planning
The Authority is reviewing progress on several redevelopment initiatives, including the Smith Street phases and the East End Urban Renewal Plan. The board will also consider potential real estate acquisitions on Washington St. East and Lee Street during an executive session.
Rezoning request to change 10-W30A-335 from R2 to R4 residential district
The Wheeling Planning Commission will consider approval of the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes. It will hear a zone change request for parcel 10-W30A-335 to rezone from R2 Residential District to R4 Residential District. The commission will also consider a resolution concerning the WVU Cancer Institute at 2100 Chapline…
Council to vote on runway extension bid and HUD grant plan
The City Council will consider approving a bid for construction 5A of the MWG Runway 18-36 extension and authorizing submission of the FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan to HUD. Consent agenda includes budget revisions for the Capital Escrow Fund and General Fund. Council will also…
Appalachian Spring Project and park updates on agenda
The Municipal Beautification Commission will discuss updates on the Appalachian Spring Project, Ruffner Park, and Davis Park subcommittee. The Tree Board will receive an inventory update, and a public grounds report will be given. The meeting will also approve May minutes and hear a treasurer's report.
Planning Commission to consider bond reduction and subdivision plats
The Ranson Planning Commission will consider a reduction of a surety bond for a subdivision and approve final plats and development agreements for two residential projects. The body will also review private road and cul-de-sac requests for a future 55+ community.
Finance Committee to vote on amending FY 2025-2026 General Fund Budget
The Finance Committee will discuss and vote on several resolutions, including a lease agreement for parking spaces, a partnership for a new billing system, and amendments to the city budget. They will also consider purchasing three trucks and approving budgets for parking and the business improvement district.
Board to review Lower Greenmont redevelopment and Land Preservation Program
The board will discuss and consider approving a draft prospectus for parcels in the Lower Greenmont neighborhood, including property appraisal, survey, environmental assessment, and photography. They will also consider forwarding a recommendation to City Council to adopt a Land Preservation Program. Other business…
Council workshop on TIF districts, revenue, and enhanced amenities
This workshop is a work session with no votes. Council will hear a staff presentation on Morgantown's five Tax Increment Financing (TIF) districts and review public feedback on fiscal sustainability, including potential changes to the municipal service fee and sales tax. A BOPARC presentation will cover parks and…
Public input on economic development future
This is a public workshop in open-house format where community members can visit informational stations and discuss the city's economic development future with officials.
Council discusses TIF policy and park amenities
The City Council is holding a workshop to discuss fiscal sustainability, including tax increment financing (TIFs) and public feedback. They will also explore enhanced amenities with a presentation from the Board of Park and Recreation (BOPARC).
Development Committee to discuss property transfer and acquisition
The Wheeling City Council Development Committee will meet to discuss a transfer request for a specific property and property acquisition. The acquisition discussion will take place in an executive session.
Council to consider annexation implementation for Briar Run Estates phases 1-3
The Ranson City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2026, to discuss and vote on several resolutions and ordinances. Key actions include a public hearing and ordinance on solid waste collection, a resolution opposing federal truck size increases, and a first reading to rezone parcels off Jefferson Terrace…
Council to consider moving city elections to May primary date
Council will hear presentations on Morgantown Utility Board water projects and the CDBG annual action plan. New business includes first readings of ordinances to amend the city charter regarding election dates and to amend conversion therapy regulations. The consent agenda contains multiple budget amendments for…
BID board meets for routine reports and updates
This is a routine meeting of the City Center Business Improvement District board. The agenda consists of standard reports from the city attorney, treasurer, ambassador, subcommittee, and master plan updates. No specific decisions, contracts, or public hearings are listed.
City Council to discuss continuation of the Capital Improvement Project
The Charles Town City Council will consider several items, including a discussion on continuing the Capital Improvement Project. Other agenda items include an annexation matter that may go to executive session, the introduction of the new Charles Town Utility Board manager, and the creation of a committee to review…
Rezoning of 7.434 acres off Jefferson Terrace Rd from Urban Commercial to Highway Commercial
The Planning Commission will hold public hearings and consider several items: a final plat and development agreement for Madison Greens Phase 1B (53 lots), release of a $2,022,107.58 surety bond for Presidents Pointe early grading, a revised land development plan for Lakeland Place at Fairfax Crossing (36.44 acres)…
Council to vote on FY 2026 budget revisions
The Ranson City Council will consider several resolutions, including FY 2026 General Fund and Capital Fund budget revisions. They will also vote on a resolution opposing federal truck size/weight increases and discuss post-annexation items for Briar Run Estates. Other business includes a licensing request for a nail…
Tree inventory and park updates on commission agenda
The Municipal Beautification Commission will receive updates on the tree inventory, Ruffner Park, Davis Park subcommittee, and the Appalachian Spring Project. They will also hear reports on city hall planters, the BID, and Arbor Day preparations. No votes on new policies or funding are listed.
Council discusses economic incentives, prioritizes development topics
This workshop meeting is dedicated to economic development. Council will hear a staff presentation on incentive programs and then discuss and prioritize key topics for further exploration, including raising standards, development services performance, a downtown business improvement district, infrastructure…
Council to discuss economic development incentives
The City Council will hold a workshop to discuss economic development incentives and prioritize key topics for exploration. The meeting includes a staff presentation and council discussion. An executive session is scheduled for personnel matters related to boards and commissions.
Lower Greenmont draft plan and land donation on deck
The board will discuss a draft prospectus for redeveloping the Lower Greenmont neighborhood and a proposed city land preservation program. They will consider donating 545 Brockway Avenue to the agency and authorize spending for ongoing projects. An executive session is scheduled to discuss Lower Greenmont property…
Lower Greenmont redevelopment plans and Brockway Ave donation discussed
The board will discuss a draft prospectus for redeveloping Lower Greenmont and distributing informational materials. They will also consider a draft Land Preservation Program and discuss or take action on donating 545 Brockway Avenue to the agency. Additionally, the board may revive two vacant committees and hold an…
Board reviews master plan, grants, and project updates
The City Center Business Improvement District Board of Directors meets to discuss financial reports, ambassador activities, subcommittee work, and a master plan update including grant and project status. They will also hear from the Municipal Beautification Commission.
Council to vote on rezoning parcels from GR to NR
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting an ordinance to rezone several parcels in the Grant Annex District from General Residential to Neighborhood Residential. They will also vote on resolutions to approve a Housing Needs Assessment and to endorse the Frank-N-Stein Craft Beer and Hot Dog…