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Kanawha County Schools 2026 Excess Levy support

Council is asking voters to continue the excess levy that funds police, fire, and parks — about $5.5 million a year for four more years. The rate isn't going up; it's a continuation of what's already in effect. If it fails in May, that funding disappears starting in fiscal 2027.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Nov 2, 2026

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Flood response and state of emergency

The Department of Public Works is stretched thin handling rain and flood recovery around the city.

3 mentionsLast discussed Aug 19, 2026