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South Charleston council approves OpenGov permitting and tax software contract

South Charleston City Council · January 1, 2026
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Summary

The council voted to award a contract to OpenGov for city tax, licensing and permitting software — $102,313.03 in year one with annual fees of $51,997.18 and a 5% annual increase through June 30, 2030 — to be paid from fiscal year 2026 funds.

The South Charleston City Council voted to award a contract for tax, licensing and permitting software to OpenGov, approving $102,313.03 for the first year and an annual software fee of $51,997.18 with a 5% annual increase through June 30, 2030. Council members said the purchase is timed to support business-license renewals planned for May.

The finance committee presented the recommendation at the meeting and urged swift approval so the software could be implemented…

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