All schools in Upshur County will close at 1 p.m. today. All B-UHS sporting events today are canceled.

City of Buckhannon announces public board meetings for late July 2024

BUCKHANNON, WV — Join the Parks & Recreation and Public Works discussions in Buckhannon this July, with options to participate virtually or in person. All public meetings will be held in the Council Chambers of Buckhannon City Hall, located at 70 E. Main St., unless otherwise noted.

Board meeting agendas are available on the city’s website. You can find them here. City Council meeting agendas can be found here.

Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board Meeting – 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm. To participate virtually, join the GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://meet.goto.com/656939189. You can also dial in using your phone at (646) 749-3122. Access Code: 656-939-189.

Thursday, July 25, 2024

Consolidated Public Works Board Meeting – 7:30 am – 8:30 am. To participate virtually, join the GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/376934309. You can also dial in using your phone at (872) 240-3212. Access Code: 376-934-309.

Other Information

Pay Utility Bills Online or by Phone: To make an online payment for your utility bill, click here. To pay over the phone, call 1-866-933-4026. Setting up an account allows you to monitor your consumption even if you do not wish to pay online. To register, you need your Utility Board Account Number and the last amount you paid. After registration, log in with the proper email and password.

Reporting a Necessary Repair or Registering a Concern with the City: To report necessary repairs like potholes, damaged street signs, or issues in a city park, call City Hall during regular business hours to submit a work order request. This will expedite response time.

For more updates, check the calendar on the City Website homepage here.

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