Monongalia County Council appoints new Planning Commission members and approves funding request

The Monongalia County Commission meeting on July 9, 2025, focused on several key appointments and funding approvals that will impact local development and governance.

The commission began by appointing four new members to the Mon County Planning Commission: Darren Glitz, Mark Bowers, Parker Grimes, and Mary Ann Foles. This decision was made after a brief discussion and received unanimous support from the commission members.

Next, the commission considered the reappointment of Dan Miller to the Mountaineer Trail Network Regional Authority for a four-year term. Miller's reappointment was also approved without opposition, ensuring continuity in the authority's leadership.

A significant funding application was then reviewed. The commission approved a request from Mountain State Development Group LLC for $90,000 in project infrastructure funding from the Monongalia County Development Authority's coal bed methane fund. This funding aims to support development efforts at the intersection of Bowers Lane and Fairchance Road. Eric Carlson from the Mon County Development Authority provided a brief overview of the project, highlighting its potential benefits for local development.

Overall, the meeting underscored the commission's commitment to enhancing local governance through strategic appointments and supporting infrastructure development in the region.