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BUCKHANNON, W.Va. — All meetings, unless otherwise noted, are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers at Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E. Main St., Buckhannon, WV 26201.
For board meeting agendas and minutes, please visit: Board Agendas and Minutes.
For City Council meeting agendas and minutes, please visit: City Council Minutes.
When joining meetings virtually, please log in a few minutes early to ensure your connection is working.
Thursday, October 1
- Waste Collection Board Meeting, 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. – Attend in person or join virtually using this link or by calling (669) 224-3412, access code 382-929-125.
- Stockert Youth & Community Center Board Meeting, 5 – 6 p.m. – Attend in person or join virtually using this link or by calling (872) 240-3311, access code 773-218-837.
- City Council Meeting, 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. – Attend in person or join virtually using this link or by calling (571) 317-3112, access code 443-910-693.
In the CAC Gallery (The Art Gallery in the Colonial Arts Center)
- The third annual BOOOOckhannon Exhibition will be on display from Friday, October 2 to Saturday, November 7. The gallery will be hosting an artist reception on Friday, October 30 from 5 – 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. Gallery hours are Fridays and Saturdays from 4 – 8 p.m.
In the Colonial Arts Center
Tuesday, October 13
- Five Dollar Guitar Lesson (Group Lesson Beginner – Intermediate) – 6 p.m. To learn more, use this link.
- Dark Hollow Screening and Director Q&A, 7 – 10 p.m. To learn more, use this link.
Activities Approved by the Consolidated Public Works Board
- Jaws BBQ WV Hillbilly Days Festival 2026, October 3, at the North Buckhannon Riverfront Park
- B-UHS Homecoming Parade, October 14, 6 – 7 p.m. The annual parade will travel down Main Street.
- Moonflower Harvest Festival Block Party, October 17, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
- Trunk-or-Treat, October 26, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m., at the Public Safety Complex Parking Lot
- Trick-or-Treat in the City Limits, October 31, 6 – 7:30 p.m.
- Menorah Lighting in Jawbone Park, December 6, 7 – 8 p.m.
Flood Recovery Resources
- Buckhannon is waiving all building and wiring permit fees for verified flood‑related repair and restoration work. Permits will still be required to ensure safety and compliance, but any project confirmed as flood‑related will receive a full fee waiver. Building Code Enforcement Officer Vincent Smith will inspect each project to verify eligibility.
- FEMA’s Disaster Recovery Center in Upshur County is open until October 3. The FEMA Disaster Recovery Center provides in‑person support for individuals and families seeking federal disaster aid following the July flooding. The center is on the second floor of the Upshur County Development Authority at 21 E. Main St., Buckhannon, and is open Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. FEMA personnel are available on-site to help residents: apply for federal disaster assistance; ask questions about available programs; and submit required documentation for Individual Assistance and related support. Residents who experienced damage or loss in the recent flood are strongly encouraged to visit the center as soon as possible. Meeting directly with FEMA staff can help ensure applications are completed accurately and processed without delay. Individuals may also apply online at DisasterAssistance.gov using Disaster Number DR‑4932, or by calling the FEMA Helpline at 1‑800‑621‑3362.
- Flood Relief Financial Donation Options – The City of Buckhannon and the Upshur County Commission have identified two official organizations for those wishing to make financial contributions to support local flood‑recovery efforts:
- Rotary Club of Buckhannon Upshur Foundation – Contributions may be made online at: Rotary Club of Buckhannon Upshur Foundation
- Tygart Valley United Way – Contributions may be made online at: Tygart Valley United Way
Announcements
- Trash Can Placement: Trash cans must be hidden from public view as much as possible during the week; place them at the curb the night before the collection and return them within 24 hours after the collection.
- Utility Bill Payments: Pay utility bills online at Municipal Online Payments or by phone at 1-866-933-4026. Setting up an account allows you to monitor your consumption.
- Report Repairs or Concerns: To report issues such as potholes or damaged signs, please call City Hall during business hours to submit a work order or use our Citizen Engagement tool: Report a Concern.
Stay updated by checking the City of Buckhannon website calendar: City Calendar
