# Monongalia County Commission regular meeting  September 23, 2026

The Monongalia County Commission held a regular meeting on September 23, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related matters were discussed. The commission approved various financial items including exonerations totaling $1,615.36, corrections, and purchasing card vouchers across multiple county departments. A significant agenda item was the approval of a $150,000 contribution from the county's ARPA interest revenue account to the Monongalia County Development Authority to support the East End Village (Richwood) development project, a major economic development initiative valued at approximately $120 million. The commission also approved requisitions for administrative expenses related to the 2021B Harmony Growth Phase 1 and the University Town Center excise tax district. Public comments focused heavily on concerns about the Flock Safety automated license plate reader system, including transparency of contracts, data privacy, and surveillance implications. Additionally, a $10,000 grant from state legislators was acknowledged to support the Monongalia County Fair's new permanent fairgrounds. Other updates included plans for a new day center adjacent to Hazel's House of Hope and ongoing infrastructure discussions to improve local roadways. No new contracts or RFPs were announced during the meeting.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Professional Services
**Topics:** Grants & Funding, Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 23, 2026

### Sources
- [Monongalia County Commission regular meeting  September 23, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UY_i14kegOs) - Monongalia County Commission