Council Member, Ward 18· 2026-09-21–2027-01-04; appointed to Pam Burka's vacated seat: the WCHS-TV report of Burka's resignation and Hudson's first appearance in council minutes bracket the appointment; end per Ballotpedia John_Gianola page cycle end

Jessica Hudson

Charleston

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At a glance

News mentions: 0

Term ending Jan 4, 2027.

Voice

Meetings spoken in: 1
Total speaking time: 0:12
Avg per meeting: 0:12
Segments: 3

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Top issues during term (3)(Development)

high↑Oct 2026[30]

Mountaineer Food Bank takes over 748 Virginia Street West

Preserves the original ARPA investment; the food bank assumes the remaining obligations.

low↑Oct 2026[13]

Preservation of historic Garnet school building

high↓Sep 2026[7]

Ward 18 Council Vacancy Filled

Decisions during term (0)

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No decisions found matching Development.

Voting record (0)(Development)

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