On The City’s Calendar – April 8, 2024 through April 12, 2024

Friday, April 12, 2024
Bulky Goods Collection Begins at 5:30 AM – Bulky goods collection for large items such as couches, chairs, mattresses, appliances, etc. (All Buckhannon Waste Department customers are allowed 4 items per month and 8 tires per year.) You must call by Wednesday, April 10, 2024, to schedule a pick-up. Items must be at the curb by 5:30 a.m. on Friday to ensure pick-up.

Advisory:
The City of Buckhannon has been made aware of a traffic pattern change by the Upshur County Commission: Route 20 will be reduced to single-lane traffic in the area of the Upshur County Courthouse on Monday, April 8th.

The Upshur County Commission has contracted with Reclaim Company, LLC, to demolish the 3-story structure at 18 South Locust Street on Monday, April 8th, beginning at approximately 8:00 AM and continuing until 4:00 PM.

For public safety, the northbound lane of South Locust Street will be closed during the demolition process. Flaggers will be in place to alternate traffic flow. Chancery Street and the Franklin Street intersection at South Locust Street will also be closed due to the demolition. An alternate route northbound is South Kanawha Street to West Main Street. VIPS and CERT volunteers will assist with traffic flow during the closure. Weather or other unforeseen conditions may cause schedule changes.

Please note: The Upshur County Commission oversees this project, while the WVDOH controls the main roadway affected (Route 20). The City of Buckhannon is sharing this notice with our community on behalf of our colleagues at the Upshur County Commission. NIXLE alerts will be issued on Friday & Monday morning and be shown on the VIPS, CERT, and DHSEM Facebook pages.

News Releases
Free Residential Paper Shredding Event Announced – The Upshur County Solid Waste Authority is sponsoring a Free Paper Shredding Event (Residential Only) on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at 395 Mud Lick Rd. Buckhannon (across from the Transfer Station). Contact Director Belinda Lewis at (814) 327-5218 for more information.

Maryland Avenue Temporary Closure Announced – The City of Buckhannon Sanitary Department has closed Maryland Avenue to traffic as part of the Island Avenue Project. The street will be unavailable for an extended period. A detour is available to all properties in the area via Colorado Avenue and Anise Lane. Thank you for your patience as we continue upgrading the area’s sanitary system.

The Buckhannon Water Department Continues the Meade Street Project with Intermittent Street Closures -The Buckhannon City Water Department continues the work on Meade Street installing a new 6″ water line and fire hydrants, replacing the old 4” cast iron main currently in use.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during this vital water line upgrade project.

Job Openings
City of Buckhannon Accepting Applications for the Position of One Seasonal Park Attendant – The City of Buckhannon Street Department is accepting applications for one seasonal Park Attendant to maintain and clean all City of Buckhannon-owned parks.

· Applicants must be 18 years of age or older

· Possess a valid WV driver’s license

· Able to lift 50 pounds

· Applicants are subject to a drug test and background check

Job Benefits and Compensation

Hourly rate starts at $13.00 per hour, depending on the combination of education, skills, and qualifications.
Full City benefits include insurance, retirement, sick, and vacation time.
Annual work boot allowance
Work clothing provided

Candidates must:

Be 18 years of age or older.
Driver must possess a valid WV driver’s license
Possess a High School diploma or equivalent.
Be in good physical condition. This job includes but is not limited to, lifting up to 50 pounds and climbing.
Willing to work in inclement weather

Eligible candidates will be subject to a background check and drug test.

Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., or by calling 304-472-1651.

The City of Buckhannon is an EEOC employer committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all qualified persons.

Coming Attractions at the Colonial Arts Center:

Other Information:
Pay Utility Bills Online or by Phone – To make an online payment for your utility bill, click here: https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/buckhannonwv – To pay over the phone, call 1-866-933-4026. Even if you do not wish to pay your bill using this method, you may still want to set up an account, which will allow you to monitor your consumption. To sign up for this service, you will need to complete the online registration, which includes knowing your Utility Board Account Number (printed on your bill) and the last amount you paid. Once your account has been established, you must log in with the proper email and password.

Check the calendar on the City Website homepage for updates throughout the week. https://buckhannonwv.org/

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Route 20 Traffic will be Single Lane at the Courthouse on Monday, April 8th

BUCKHANNON, WV: The Upshur County Commission has contracted with Reclaim Company, LLC for the demolition of the 3-story structure located at 18 S Locust Street, Buckhannon, on Monday, April 8th, beginning approximately 8:00 AM and continuing until 4:00 PM.

For public safety, the northbound lane of S Locust Street will be closed during demolition. Flaggers will be in place to alternate the traffic flow. Chancery Street will be closed in the area of the demolition. Franklin Street will be closed at S Locust Street. An alternate route north is S Kanawha Street to Main Street. Weather or other unforeseen conditions may cause the date or times to change.

VIPS and CERT volunteers will be assisting with traffic during the closure.

NIXLE alerts will go out Friday and Monday morning to the community and will also be shown on the VIPS, CERT, and DHSEM Facebook pages.

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On The City’s Calendar – April 1, 2024 through April 5, 2024

BUCKHANNON, WV: Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are open to the public and will be held in the Council Chambers of Buckhannon City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV 26201.

Board meeting agendas can be found at https://buckhannonwv.org/about-the-city/board-agendas-and-minutes/

City Council meeting agendas can be found at https://buckhannonwv.org/about-the-city/city-council-minutes/

Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Curbside Recycling Pick-Up begins at 6:00 am – Within the City Limits – Information about recycling can be found on our website at https://buckhannonwv.org/residents/recycling/ or at City Hall and by calling the Recycling Center or Upshur County Solid Waste Authority at (304) 472-4443

Colonial Arts Center Board Meeting, 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm -To participate virtually, please join GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/765749133. You can also dial in using your phone – (571) 317-3122 – Access Code: 765-749-133

Thursday, April 4, 2024
Waste Board Regular Meeting, 7:30 am – 8:30 am – To participate virtually, please join GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/382929125. You can also dial in using your phone: +1 (669) 224-3412 Access Code: 382-929-125

Special Consolidated Public’s Works Board Meeting, 8:30 am – 9:00 am – RE: Mowing Bid Opening Approval – To virtually participate in the, please join GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/376934309. You can also dial in using your phone – (872) 240-3212 Access Code: 376-934-309

Stockert Youth & Community Center Regular Meeting, 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
To virtually participate in the Stockert Youth & Community Center meeting, please join GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/773218837. You can also dial in using your phone: (872) 240-3311 Access Code: 773-218-837

City Council Meeting, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm – To participate virtually, please join the GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone athttps://global.gotomeeting.com/join/804282709. You can also dial in using your phone at (872) 240-3212. Access Code: 804-282-709

News Releases
Free Residential Paper Shredding Event Announced – The Upshur County Solid Waste Authority is sponsoring a Free Paper Shredding Event (Residential Only) on Saturday, April 20, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon at 395 Mud Lick Rd. Buckhannon (across from the Transfer Station). Contact Director Belinda Lewis at (814) 327-5218 for more information.

Maryland Avenue Temporary Closure Announced – The City of Buckhannon Sanitary Department will close Maryland Avenue to traffic as part of the Island Avenue Project beginning Thursday morning, March 28, 2024. The street will be unavailable for an extended period. A detour is available to all properties in the area via Colorado Avenue and Anise Lane. Thank you for your patience as we continue upgrading the area’s sanitary system.

The City of Buckhannon Spring/Summertime do’s and don’ts for Residents – City Officials would like to remind residents to be thoughtful of visitors and their neighbors as we approach the summer season. Several issues appear each year that cause complaints to be filed with the City. Here are the dos and don’ts for lawn care:

#1 – Keep grass clippings out of the street – Leaving grass clippings in the street contributes to blocked storm drains and an increased threat of local flooding. When you or your yard service finishes mowing, excess grass MUST be collected and disposed of properly.

#2 – Lawn care needs to be done weekly – Proper yard maintenance enhances your neighborhood’s attractiveness. Failure to mow your lawn, having excess materials in your yard, or having an open porch filled with “stuff” often become eyesores for your neighbors. Please help make our City Shine for our visitors and your neighbors. As a regular subscriber to the City service for trash collection, you may call and arrange to have bulky goods and other unwanted items picked up by City crews for a reasonable fee.

#3 – Swimming Pools & Other Water Features – In the City of Buckhannon: “Private swimming pools containing water more than 24 inches in depth shall be permitted only when located in rear yards, and further when completely enclosed by a fence or buildings or combination thereof of a height of six feet (6’) in the case of fences, and six feet (6’) or greater in the case of buildings, and generally protected in such a manner to avoid becoming an attractive nuisance especially to children.”

Job Openings
City of Buckhannon Accepting Applications for the Position of One Seasonal Park Attendant – The City of Buckhannon Street Department is accepting applications for one seasonal Park Attendant to maintain and clean all City of Buckhannon-owned parks.

Applicants must be 18 years of age or older, possess a valid WV driver’s license, and be able to lift 50 pounds. Applicants are subject to a drug test and background check and must be willing to work split shifts and weekends.

Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The application deadline to City Hall is April 19, 2024, at 4:30 pm.

The successful candidate will commence employment on or about April 29, 2024, and continue until October 31, 2024.

The City of Buckhannon is an EEOC employer committed to equal opportunity for all qualified persons.
Other Information:
Pay Utility Bills Online or by Phone – To make an online payment for your utility bill, click here: https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/buckhannonwv – To pay over the phone, call 1-866-933-4026. Even if you do not wish to pay your bill using this method, you may still want to set up an account, which will allow you to monitor your consumption. To sign up for this service, you will need to complete the online registration, which includes knowing your Utility Board Account Number (printed on your bill) and the last amount you paid. Once your account has been established, you must log in with the proper email and password.

Check the calendar on the City Website homepage for updates throughout the week. https://buckhannonwv.org/

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The Transfer Station Closed Saturday, March 30, 2024

BUCKHANNON, WV: The Buckhannon Waste Department has announced that the Transfer Station will be closed for the Easter celebration this Saturday, March 30, 2024. Thank you for your understanding.

Maryland Avenue Temporary Closure Announced

BUCKHANNON, WV: The City of Buckhannon Sanitary Department will close Maryland Avenue to traffic as part of the Island Avenue Project beginning Thursday morning, March 28, 2024. The street will be unavailable for an extended period. A detour is available to all properties in the area via Colorado Avenue and Anise Lane. Thank you for your patience as we continue upgrading the area’s sanitary system.

Public Notice for Comment from the Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department

BUCKHANNON, WV: At a meeting held on March 20, 2024, the Upshur-Buckhannon Board of Health voted to adopt a proposed rule, entitled “Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department Fees for Permits and Services”. The proposed Rule establishes fees for environmental permits and services. The Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department is seeking approval of this newly proposed Rule by the Appointing Authorities of the Board of Health. Citizens wishing to obtain a copy of the proposed Rule can do so by contacting the Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department at 15 North Locust Street, Buckhannon, WV, or at 304-472-2810. The proposed Rule is available for review at the Upshur-Buckhannon Health Department from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, except for legal holidays. Comments must be received no later than the close of business, 4:30 p.m. on April 26, 2024. All comments must be in writing to be considered by the Upshur-Buckhannon Board of Health.

The SBA’s Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience Offer Information on Disaster Loans – RE: August 2023 Severe Storms

BUCKHANNON, WV: The US Small Business Administration (SBA) and the US Office of Disaster Recovery & Resilience are ready to help small businesses and non-profit organizations access the federal disaster relief dollars that have become available resulting from the severe storms that occurred on August 28, 29, & 30, 2023 in the West Virginia counties of Boone, Calhoun, Clay, Harrison, Kanawha; and for economic injury only in the contiguous West Virginia counties of: Barbour, Braxton, Doddridge, Fayette, Gilmer, Jackson, Lewis, Lincoln, Logan, Marion, Nicholas, Putnam, Raleigh, Ritchie, Roane, Taylor, Upshur, Wetzel, Wirt, and Wyoming.

Application Filing Deadline for Physical Damage is April 1, 2024, and Economic Injury is October 30, 2024.

Please see the information regarding this opportunity below. It will remain on the City of Buckhannon website through October 30, 2024.

On The City’s Calendar – March 18, 2024 through March 22, 2024

Thursday, March 21, 2024
Sanitary Board Meeting – 7:30 am – 8:30 am – To participate virtually, you can join the GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/743314989. You can also dial in at (669)224-3412. Access Code: 743-314-989

City Council Meeting – 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM – To participate virtually, you can join the GoToMeeting from your computer, tablet, or smartphone by going to https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/804282709. You can also dial in at (872) 240-3212 – Access Code: 804-282-709

Job Openings
Notice from the Police Civil Service Commission, City of Buckhannon, WV – Deadline Approaching – Notice is hereby given that the Police Civil Service Commission of the City of Buckhannon is accepting applications for competitive examination for the eligibility list for entry-level police officers in the City of Buckhannon Police Department, subject to the following requirements.

1. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and no older than 45 at the time of application.

2. Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent. (All transcripts required)

3. Applicants will be subject to background checks.

4. Applicants must have a Valid West Virginia Driver License.

5. Applicants must comply with all other laws, rules, and regulations prescribed in writing by the Code of the State of West Virginia and the Police Civil Service Commission of Buckhannon, West Virginia. Copies of the Commission’s current written rules and regulations are available for inspection by any public member at City Hall, 70 East Main Street, Buckhannon, WV, during regular business hours.

A required physical agility test and written examination will be administered as part of the application process. The top three scores will be sent to the city council for an interview, where a hiring decision may be made.

Candidates who are successfully hired will be subject to residency requirements, drug tests, and physical, psychological, and polygraph examinations.

All applications must be received by the Commission no later than March 22, 2024, at City Hall or postmarked by midnight, addressed to the following:

Police Civil Service Commission
70 E Main Street
Buckhannon, WV 26201

Application forms may be obtained from City Hall, 70 E Main St, or Buckhannon Police Department, Buckhannon, WV 26201, or by calling 304-472-5723.

Notice from the Fire Civil Service Commission, City of Buckhannon – Deadline Approaching – Notice is hereby given that the Fire Civil Service Commission of the City of Buckhannon is accepting applications for competitive examination to create a “List of Eligibles” for the position of probationary firefighter in the Fire Department of the City of Buckhannon.

Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and comply with §8-15-17 the W. Va. Code.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Applicants must be West Virginia-approved Firefighter 1, IFSAC, or Pro Board Certified. A copy of the certification must be submitted with the application. All applications must be received by the Commission no later than March 22, 2024, at City Hall or postmarked by midnight, addressed to the following:

Fire Civil Service Commission
70 E Main Street
Buckhannon, WV 26201

Application forms may be obtained from City Hall, 70 E Main St, at the Buckhannon Fire Department, Buckhannon, WV 26201, or by calling 304-472-2868.

City of Buckhannon Accepting Applications for the Position of One Seasonal Park Attendant – The City of Buckhannon Street Department is accepting applications for one seasonal Park Attendant to maintain and clean all City of Buckhannon-owned parks.

· Applicants must be 18 years of age or older

· Possess a valid WV driver’s license

· Able to lift 50 pounds

· Applicants are subject to a drug test and background check

· Must be willing to work split shifts and weekends

Applications may be obtained at City Hall, 70 E Main St, Buckhannon, WV, Mon-Fri, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The application deadline to City Hall is April 19, 2024, at 4:30 pm.

The successful candidate will commence employment on or about April 29, 2024, and continue until October 31, 2024.

The City of Buckhannon is an EEOC employer committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all qualified persons.

News Releases
B-UMS Theatre Club and the CAC Announce Upcoming Production – The Buckhannon-Upshur Middle School’s Theatre Club is excited to announce their next production, “All The Ways The World Will End… But Not You”, by Ian McWethy and Jason Pizzarello, which will take place at the Colonial Arts Center on Main Street in Buckhannon this coming weekend! Here are the dates and times that you can catch these incredible young artists:

· Friday, March 22 at 7 pm

· Saturday, March 23 at 2 pm

· Saturday, March 23 at 7 pm

· Sunday, March 24 at 2 pm

The B-UMS Theatre Club shows in the Colonial Arts Center are always free; a small donation is greatly appreciated for them to put toward their club’s funds for next semester’s show!

The Buckhannon Water Department Announces Meade Street Project – Intermittent Street Closures to Take Place – The Buckhannon City Water Department is beginning an important project on Meade Street. The project involves installing a new 6″ water line and fire hydrants, replacing the old 4” cast iron main currently in use.

We anticipate no disruption to customer water service during this project. After Part 1 is completed, we will post a new notification for Part 2, which involves transferring all the customers’ water services to the new water main.

Due to this project, Intermittent street closures will occur, beginning on or around March 12, 2024, and continuing through the spring and summer months of 2024. While we cannot announce specific dates for the temporary street closures, we can provide the order for the phases.

⦁ Phase 1 of the project will be from College Ave to Latham Street.

⦁ Phase 2 will be from Latham Street to Lightburn Street.

⦁ Phase 3 will be from Lightburn Street, including Madison Street, and continuing to South Florida Street.

Thank you for your patience and understanding during this vital water line upgrade project.

CALEA Accreditation Public Comment Sought -The Buckhannon Police Department is a CALEA Accredited Agency. This post has to do with maintaining that accreditation. CALEA maintains an access portal for comment and feedback about candidate agencies seeking initial accreditation and reaccreditation status. The overall intent of the accreditation process is to provide the participating agency with information to support continuous improvement and foster the pursuit of professional excellence. Access to the comment portal is provided as an opportunity for comments, commendations, and other information regarding the agency’s quality of service or other information relevant to the accreditation process. IMPORTANT: CALEA is not an investigatory body; subsequently, the public portal should not be used to submit information for such purposes. Additionally, there will be no response other than acknowledgment of submissions; however, the information will be considered in context to its relevancy to compliance with standards and the tenets of CALEA® Accreditation. Access to the CALEA Accreditation Public Comment Portal can be found using this link: https://cimrs2.calea.org/1006

Other Information:
Pay Utility Bills Online or by Phone – To make an online payment for your utility bill, click here: https://www.municipalonlinepayments.com/buckhannonwv – To pay over the phone, call 1-866-933-4026. Even if you do not wish to pay your bill using this method, you may still want to set up an account, which will allow you to monitor your consumption. To sign up for this service, you will need to complete the online registration, which includes knowing your Utility Board Account Number (printed on your bill) and the last amount you paid. Once your account has been established, you must log in with the proper email and password.

Check the calendar on the City Website homepage for updates throughout the week. https://buckhannonwv.org/

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Notice from the Fire Civil Service Commission, City of Buckhannon – Deadline Approaching

BUCKHANNON, WV: Notice is hereby given that the Fire Civil Service Commission of the City of Buckhannon is accepting applications for competitive examination to create a “List of Eligibles” for the position of probationary firefighter in the Fire Department of the City of Buckhannon.

Applicants must be at least eighteen (18) years of age and comply with §8-15-17 the W. Va. Code.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.

Applicants must be West Virginia-approved Firefighter 1, IFSAC, or Pro Board Certified. A copy of the certification must be submitted with the application. All applications must be received by the Commission no later than March 22, 2024, at City Hall or postmarked by midnight, addressed to the following:

Fire Civil Service Commission
70 E Main Street
Buckhannon, WV 26201

Application forms may be obtained from City Hall, 70 E Main St, at the Buckhannon Fire Department, Buckhannon, WV 26201, or by calling 304-472-2868.

Notice from the Police Civil Service Commission, City of Buckhannon, WV – Deadline Approaching

BUCKHANNON, WV: Notice is hereby given that the Police Civil Service Commission of the City of Buckhannon is accepting applications for competitive examination for the eligibility list for entry-level police officers in the City of Buckhannon Police Department, subject to the following requirements.

1. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age and no older than 45 at the time of application.
2. Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent. (All transcripts required)
3. Applicants will be subject to background checks.
4. Applicants must have a Valid West Virginia Driver License.
5. Applicants must comply with all other laws, rules, and regulations prescribed in writing by the Code of the State of West Virginia and the Police Civil Service Commission of Buckhannon, West Virginia. Copies of the Commission’s current written rules and regulations are available for inspection by any public member at City Hall, 70 East Main Street, Buckhannon, WV, during regular business hours.

A required physical agility test and written examination will be administered as part of the application process. The top three scores will be sent to the city council for an interview, where a hiring decision may be made.

Candidates who are successfully hired will be subject to residency requirements, drug tests, and physical, psychological, and polygraph examinations.

All applications must be received by the Commission no later than March 22, 2024, at City Hall or postmarked by midnight, addressed to the following:

Police Civil Service Commission
70 E Main Street
Buckhannon, WV 26201

Application forms may be obtained from City Hall, 70 E Main St, or Buckhannon Police Department, Buckhannon, WV 26201, or by calling 304-472-5723.