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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Charleston public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Vacant Ward 16 council seat
Charleston filled the Ward 18 council seat with Jessica Hudson, a Kanawha City resident with health care and finance experience. She was sworn in immediately and voted on the rest of the night's items.
FY2027 General Fund Budget presentation
The city is rolling over $1.4 million in committed funds for purchases like police, fire, streets and parks vehicles that weren't delivered by fiscal year-end. It's mostly bookkeeping to keep the budget state-compliant.
FY 2025-2026 General Fund Budget Amendment No. 7
The city is rolling over $1.4 million in committed funds for purchases like police, fire, streets and parks vehicles that weren't delivered by fiscal year-end. It's mostly bookkeeping to keep the budget state-compliant.