Ohio County commissioners said they witnessed businesses at The Highlands financially struggle through the COVID pandemic, and they told Wheeling businesses struggling through current road projects in the city to contact them for help and advice if needed. Commission President Don Nickerson sent out the message during Tuesday night’s commission meeting. “We see the reports […]
Ohio County commissioners have decided that since body cameras aren’t required for deputies, they won’t fund their purchase and the department should look within their budget to find the needed money. Last month, employees with the Ohio County Sheriff’s Department appeared before the commissioners to tell them they had received a federal SRT Body Worn […]
Ohio County Sheriff Tom Howard reminded the Ohio County Commission on Tuesday that personal property tax bills mailed to residents this week will include a significant increase regarding the value of their vehicles. Following the meeting, Howard said in some cases, depending on the value of one’s vehicle, the bill could increase by $80 or […]
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WHEELING Ohio County commissioners acted Tuesday to make changes to the County Development Authority, commending some for their service and appointing others in their place.
Commissioners removed former Wheeling Mayor Andy McKenzie from the board, and he will be replaced by current Mayor Glenn Elliott.
“(McKenzie) has been a member of the board for a long time, and I congratulate him for his service,” said Commissioner Randy Wharton, who also serves as OCDA president.
Commissioners next accepted resignations from the OCDA board by former Commissioner Tim McCormick and former County Administrator Greg Stewart, who has been hired by the OCDA to manage The Highlands property.
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WHEELING Ohio County commissioners are set next week to discuss appointments to and removals from the Ohio County Development Authority board of directors. Yet, they say, there won’t be any major changes in membership.
“Mass changes aren’t going to occur,” said Commissioner Randy Wharton, who also serves as OCDA president. “My position is no, and I wouldn’t be in favor of that.
“I’m sure the other two commissioners aren’t in favor of that either.”
Commissioner Don Nickerson said some people will be removed from the board, which currently has 14 unpaid volunteer members. State statutes stipulate the board must have at least 12 members, and no more than 21 members, he said.