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Votes at a glance: council approves property transfers, grants and collection resolution
Summary
Council approved the transfer of 105 Grove Avenue to the Land Reuse Agency, accepted a West Virginia First Foundation grant for a social worker, authorized collection of unpaid fines through property tax bills, and approved funds for acquisition and demolition of 1116 North 24th Street after executive session.
At its meeting, the Clarksburg City Council approved several resolutions and motions in a sequence of short votes.
Transfer of 105 Grove Avenue: Council approved transferring 105 Grove Avenue from the city to the Clarkford Land Reuse Agency (LRA) following a public hearing; a speaker urged converting the parcel into parking to relieve neighborhood congestion. The motion to transfer carried on a recorded vote.
West Virginia First Foundation grant (social worker): Council accepted a continuation grant from the West Virginia First Foundation to fund the city's social-worker position. The resolution passed unanimously.
Collection of unpaid fines via property tax bills: Council approved a resolution authorizing collection of unpaid disputes, fines and fees through property tax billing and to transmit collection instructions to the appropriate collection authority; the resolution passed as presented.
Property acquisition and emergency demolition (1116 North 24th Street): Council discussed a negotiated acquisition for conveyance to the LRA and directed staff to proceed with emergency demolition; after an executive session to discuss negotiation details and potential impacts on bargaining positions, council authorized providing approximately $27,000–$28,000 to the LRA to acquire the property and proceed with demolition.
Other routine items: Council approved minutes from the 12/17/2025 special session and conference work session and voted to accept a chapter‑relevant zoning form for a proposed private wine restaurant (Bluebird store) returning to the applicant on Jan. 9, 2026.
Each action was recorded in the meeting minutes and will be reflected in subsequent administrative steps such as property conveyance paperwork and grant agreement execution.
