Reminder: Masks Required in Municipal Court
As a reminder, anyone appearing in Municipal Court, whether as a defendant or witness, must wear a face covering to reduce the risk of transmitting the COVID-19 virus.
People without face coverings will not be admitted to the courtroom. If you are on trial or under subpoena, this will be considered a failure to appear. These safety precautions are based on an order of the West Virginia Supreme Court.
Learn more here.
No Alternate Sources for Water System Funds
Council is considering an emergency water-rate increase recommended by the Elkins Water Board. Some customers have asked if there is any other way the water system can obtain the funds it needs to continue operations. For example, could sales-tax proceeds be used? […]
Read MoreCity Hall News: Week of June 27, 2022
Meeting this week are the Elkins Water Board and council’s Personnel Committee. The fireworks display is Saturday, July 2. Meeting in special session Tuesday at 3 p.m., the Personnel Committee will begin work on recruiting a new operations manager after the incumbent, […]
Read MoreReminder: Significant Penalties for Passing Stopped School Busses
From EPD Chief Bennett: EPD has received several reports of vehicles passing stopped school busses. I want to remind motorists that passing a school bus that is displaying its flashing warning signal is illegal and punishable by a minimum fine of $500 […]
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