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City of Fairmont City Council Meeting, July 14th, 2026
Published: Jul 14, 2026
Fairmont Council Authorizes Sale of Tax-Delinquent Properties
The City Council conducted a public hearing and discussed an ordinance related to the purchase of various parcels of real estate located in Fairmont, Marion County, West Virginia. These parcels were acquired by the city from the state Deputy Commissioner of Delinquent and Non-Entered Lands due to non-payment of real estate taxes. The ordinance authorizes the conveyance and transfer of these parcels to unidentified subsequent purchasers in accordance with the city's home rule plan. Council members discussed the need for maps to better locate these properties and confirmed that they are searchable online through the West Virginia Property Viewer. The ordinance was subsequently approved.
Fairmont City Council Approves Updated Sign Ordinance Amidst Industry Concerns
The City Council considered an ordinance to repeal and replace section 5.3 of the planning and zoning code, which pertains to signs and similar structures. The proposed changes aim to simplify regulations for signs across the city, making it easier for manufacturers, businesses, and enforcers. The ordinance also seeks to unify standards for temporary signs and incorporate provisions for emerging sign technologies. During the public hearing, concerns were raised by Lamar Advertising regarding proposed spacing revisions, lighting changes, a prohibition on repairing structurally deficient non-conforming signs, annual inspection fees, and the ordinance's retroactivity. Lamar proposed amendments to address these issues and requested the ordinance be rejected and sent back for revision. Council members discussed the process for amending ordinances and the presumption of legality if adopted. Ultimately, the council voted to approve the ordinance, with some members expressing a desire for the discussed issues with Lamar to be resolved post-adoption.
Fairmont to Issue $4 Million in Notes for Sewage System Design Project
The City Council introduced and set a public hearing for an ordinance authorizing the issuance of up to $4 million in sewage system design bond anticipation notes, Series 2026A. These notes are intended for temporary financing of the design and pre-construction costs for improvements and extensions to the city's public sewage system. The ordinance also covers the costs associated with issuing these notes, which will be secured by and payable from the gross revenues of the system. The decision follows a petition from the Sanitary Sewer Board and is deemed necessary for public health and welfare, with a public hearing scheduled for August 11th, 2026. A council member spoke in favor, citing severe sewage problems in other areas and the importance of investing in public health infrastructure.
City to Lease Property for Signage; Public Hearing Set Amidst Variance Discussions
The City Council introduced and set a public hearing for an ordinance authorizing the lease of city-owned property at the intersection of New Street and East Park Avenue to Lamar Companies. This lease is intended for an existing non-conforming outdoor sign or the substitution of one non-conforming use for another. The lease is conditional upon Lamar's compliance with all applicable planning and zoning codes, non-conformity regulations, and site standards, and will only be executed after any necessary variances are granted. The city will lease a portion of parcel 333 of Marian County Tax Map 0505. A public hearing is scheduled for July 28th, 2026. Council members discussed the potential elimination of existing signs at this intersection and the process for approving variances and the lease agreement.
Fairmont City Code Amended to Realign 7th Voting District Post-Annexation
The City Council conducted a public hearing and approved an ordinance to amend and supplement Article 104, Voting Districts, Section 104.08, of the Fairmont City Code. The amendment pertains to the 7th voting district and includes provisions for incorporating annexed territory near Carriage Drive into this district. Following the hearing where no one spoke in favor or opposition, council members discussed the ordinance, and it was subsequently approved.
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