Summersville City Council 9.28.26

Summersville City Council meeting, September 28, 2026 (meeting date based on the title; the recording metadata is dated September 29). The Nicholas Old Main Foundation presented a proposal to transfer the Old Main Arts and Heritage Center, its land, and an annuity to city stewardship; council took no action on the proposal. The foundation reported a $30,400 roof repair/coating contract signed with Platinum Roofing, funded from available funds, and about $15,000 set aside toward window work. It also reported a $35,000 budget for the year, a planned 4% budget increase, nearly $33,000 in 2026 grant support, and a pending congressional grant request of $500,000.

Council received an update on the Summersville hydroelectric project, including ongoing negotiations with GRPP for a new contract. At a council member’s request, staff agreed to provide copies of the existing independent contract and energy agreement for review. Council also approved a motion to scrap Summersville Waterworks vehicles; officials confirmed they would not be resold. No other procurement awards were identified.