Personnel & appointments in West Virginia local government
What West Virginia city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about personnel & appointments — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
190 West Virginia meetings since 2024 covered personnel & appointments. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in West Virginia with the most personnel & appointments activity
- Morgantown, WV (39)
- Harrison County Schools, WV (29)
- Ranson corporation, WV (19)
- Moundsville, WV (17)
- Berkeley County Schools, WV (17)
- Fairmont, WV (13)
- Charles Town, WV (12)
- Preston County, WV (11)
- Charleston, WV (11)
- Preston County Schools, WV (8)
- Ronceverte, WV (5)
- Wheeling, WV (3)
Latest matching meetings
Board to authorize real estate transactions and discuss property acquisition
The Land Reuse and Preservation Agency Board will consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager and Chairperson to engage in real estate transactions and property management. The agenda also includes a discussion on committee appointments and an executive session regarding property acquisition in the Lower…
Commission will consider employee status change for county staff
The Preston County Commission meeting will review old business, including the America 250 Celebration, and consider several new items. Key actions include a change to employee status, an EMS provider and funding agreement, and updates to fire inspection and alarm quotes. The meeting also covers budget revisions and an…
Board to approve multiple purchase orders, contracts and $3.3M transfers
The Harrison County Board of Education will consider the superintendent's update and a series of state‑board approved items, including several purchase orders and service contracts. Consent items will authorize operating transfers of $3,300,000 and other financial transactions. Personnel recommendations and a…
Council will vote on 2026‑2027 General Fund Budget Revision #1
The Moundsville City Council will consider and vote on several items, including approval of the July 7, 2026 meeting minutes and a resolution to revise the 2026‑2027 General Fund Budget. A public hearing will allow community members to address the council for up to five minutes. The council will also consider…
Berkeley County Board of Education considers $198,056 Raptor emergency badge renewal
The Board of Education will discuss and potentially approve several contracts, including emergency notification software and special education services. Members will also receive updates on bond-funded construction projects and the 2026-2027 Professional Development Plan.
Wheeling Hall of Fame Board to vote on possible candidates
The Wheeling Hall of Fame Board will meet to review the Secretary-Treasurer report and hold an executive session. The board is scheduled to vote on possible candidates across several categories.
Personnel Committee to discuss insurance, raises, and employee benefits
The Personnel Committee will discuss updates on insurance coverage, a presentation on employee benefits, and the scheduling of the City Manager's annual evaluation. The committee also plans to apply raises during the first pay run in July and January.
Fire Civil Service Commission to discuss residency requirement change
The Morgantown Fire Civil Service Commission will meet to consider a proposed change to the residency requirement for firefighter appointees, set dates for promotional exams for Captain and Lieutenant, and discuss entry-level firefighter application and exam procedures. The meeting also includes approval of previous…
Board reviews pension benefits, survivor claims, and retirement conversions
The board is processing various individual pension benefit approvals and final payments. Members will also review account statements and address outstanding overpayment issues.
City Council to appoint members to zoning and code appeals boards
The City Council will consider appointments to the Board of Zoning Appeals and the Board of Building Code Appeals. The meeting also includes a discussion on a park planned near Marcus Field and updates on legal matters.
Council will appoint a Mayor Pro Tem and discuss a new park near Marcus Field
The Ranson City Council will consider several appointments, including a Mayor Pro Tem and members for the Building Code Appeals Board and Zoning Appeals Board. Council members will discuss a planned park near Marcus Field. Legal updates related to recent lawsuits may be addressed in an executive session. No votes or…
Council to vote on paving project, demolition bid, and budget revision
The Moundsville City Council will consider and vote on a resolution for the 2026-2027 Coal Severance Fund Budget Revision #1, award a demolition bid, and award the 2026 Paving Project. The council will also receive and file the Sanitary Board and Storm Water Board budgets for 2026-2027, as well as the city's FY2025…
Board elects officers and approves meeting dates for 2026-27
The Preston County Board of Education will swear in new member Amanda Alexander and elect officers for the 2026-2028 term. The board also approved the meeting schedule for the upcoming school year and adopted two policies on first read.
Council reads first police use‑of‑force ordinance and reviews water project grants
The Ronceverte City Council will conduct a first reading of Ordinance 2026-03 concerning the Police Department Use of Force Policy. It will also review and approve HUD requirements and a grant extension for Phase 4 of the city water project. Additional items include a first review of an updated Personnel Handbook and…
Harrison County Board of Education selects new leadership
The Board of Education held an organizational meeting to appoint its leadership and representatives. The body voted to select a President, Vice President, and a member to serve on the United Technical Center Board.
Harrison County Schools approves mental health services and salary scale corrections
The Board approved a memorandum of understanding for school mental health services at three schools. They also voted to correct the 2025-2026 and 2026-2027 salary scales regarding base salaries for Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants.
Board renews Encova Insurance for workers comp coverage 2026‑2027
The Harrison County Board of Education held a special meeting to administer oaths of office for three new board members. The board discussed the annual superintendent evaluation, which will be conducted in executive session. It also voted to continue workers compensation coverage with Encova Insurance Company for the…
Board approves Medicaid and Occupational Therapy service contracts
The Preston County Board of Education is reviewing personnel agendas and virtual education updates. The board is also preparing for the election of officers and committee assignments scheduled for July 6, 2026.
Fire Civil Service considers residency requirement change
The Morgantown Fire Civil Service Commission will set dates for promotional exams for Captain and Lieutenant, discuss entry-level firefighter application deadlines and exam materials, and consider a proposed change to the residency requirement for appointees.
Board holds hearing on probationary contract non-renewal
The Harrison County Schools Board is holding a special meeting exclusively for a personnel hearing. An employee requested a hearing on the non-renewal of their probationary contract. The board will hear the case, followed by board member comments and adjournment.
Council to vote on Indoor Rec Center funding, employee benefit contracts
The Moundsville City Council will consider and vote on cash funding option #1 for the proposed Indoor Rec Center and several employee benefit contracts for the 2026-2027 program year. Other items include a request to designate a handicap parking space on Tomlinson Avenue, a half-page ad purchase for a high school…
Police commission to certify new hires and discuss personnel matters
The Police Civil Service Commission will certify names for new hires and discuss personnel matters, potentially in executive session. The meeting covers minutes from January and March 2026 and adjourns afterward.
Personnel Committee will review the Total Compensation Study update
The Charles Town Personnel Committee will discuss an update to the Total Compensation Study. It will also consider the City Manager's annual performance evaluation plan, which may be addressed in an executive session. Standard procedural items such as call to order and adjournment are also on the agenda.
Library board to discuss roof replacement and fund allocation
The Morgantown Public Library Board of Trustees will hear committee reports on exterior painting at CAPL and roof replacement at MPL, discuss allocation of unrestricted funds, and consider a code of conduct update. An executive session for personnel matters is also scheduled.
Finance Committee to review FY26 budget revisions and employee benefit costs
The Finance Committee will discuss FY26 General Fund revisions, employee benefit increases, and financial policy updates. The meeting includes reports on various fund balances and a request for executive sessions regarding B&O and license fee waivers.
Arts & Humanities Commission to review public art applications
The commission will review new public art applications and may vote on a specific project. Members will also discuss strategies to increase public awareness and applications for art funding and address the need for new commissioners.
Tree Board considers grant funding and new chair nominations at June meeting
The Wheeling Tree Board will review the minutes and treasurer's report, then discuss nominations for new board members and a new chairperson. It will receive updates on the USFS Community Tree Grant and the Canopy Protection Grant, including hiring a part‑time position. The board will also plan upcoming tree planting…
Board approves financial transactions and Newsela subscription renewal
The Harrison County Board of Education approved consent items including financial transactions and student transfers. The board also approved a $140,100 renewal for the Newsela educational platform and changes to the district's dental and vision insurance plans.
Council to vote on liability insurance agreement for 2026-2027
The Moundsville City Council will consider and vote on a resolution to enter into a liability coverage agreement through Assured Partners with WVCorp Insurance Company for the 2026-2027 year. Council will also vote on a donation to the MEDC Car Show for Manager's Choice and Mayor's Choice. Additionally, the council…
Council to discuss board and commission appointments in closed session
This special meeting is primarily procedural, with the council going into executive session to discuss personnel matters related to appointments to boards and commissions. No other substantive public business is scheduled.
Board to hear update on Magnetic Literacy and end-of-year diagnostics
The board will discuss the Magnetic Literacy program and teacher feedback, and review end-of-year academic performance measures. They will also act on a consent agenda including budget supplements/transfers, trip requests, and personnel actions.
Board votes not to renew two probationary teachers' contracts
At a special meeting, the Berkeley County Schools Board of Education held personnel hearings and voted not to renew the probationary contracts of Halime Shehu-Krasniqi (3-2 vote) and Catherine Thomas (5-0 vote). The remaining agenda items were procedural: call to order, welcome, approval of the agenda, and adjournment.
Council to vote on $35,000 donation for Jackson multi-sport youth facility
The council will hold second readings on four ordinances: establishing catch-and-release fishing rules, amending public drinking laws, permitting alcohol on city property, and easing alcohol sale restrictions in District II. They will also decide on a $35,000 donation for a youth sports facility, salary increases for…
Council to authorize grant applications for FY2026-2027 and approve board appointments
The Fairmont City Council will consider two resolutions: one declaring official intent to reimburse bond expenditures for the TIF district, and one authorizing submission of grant applications for fiscal year 2026-2027. The council will also make several appointments to the Arts and Humanities Commission, Board of…
Personnel Committee reviews compensation study update and manager evaluation plan
The Personnel Committee will review an update to the Total Compensation Study and consider the City Manager’s annual performance evaluation plan. No other business items are listed on the agenda.
Board holds hearings on non-renewal of probationary contracts
This is a special meeting of the Harrison County Schools Board for personnel hearings. The board will hear from employees who requested hearings, including those appealing non-renewal of their probationary contracts. No other business is scheduled beyond procedural items and board members' comments.
City Council to discuss board appointments in closed session
This is a special meeting with only an executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding new appointments for boards and commissions. No public votes or substantive decisions are scheduled.
Hall of Fame Board will discuss possible inductee candidates
The Wheeling Hall of Fame Board will meet to consider potential inductees for several categories. An executive session will be held to discuss and vote on candidates for Business, Industry & Professions; Education & Religion; Philanthropy; Public Service; and Sports & Athletics. No other business items are listed.
Council to vote on surplus bids, discuss personnel in executive session
The Moundsville City Council will consider approving sealed bids for surplus items, issue a proclamation for National Mobility Awareness Month, and hold an executive session to discuss personnel termination. The agenda also includes approval of prior minutes, a public hearing featuring a local author, and a report on…
Council to hold executive session on board appointments
Council meets in special session to enter executive session to discuss personnel matters regarding new appointments to boards and commissions. No public votes or decisions are scheduled.