Municipal Code

Overview

In furtherance of the purpose of this chapter as set forth in section one of this article, each municipality is subject to the provisions contained in this chapter and may exercise the power and authority conferred by this chapter. In this regard, it is recognized that when the provisions of existing special legislative charters are compared with and are considered in the light of the provisions of this chapter, there are five basic possibilities as to the relationship between such charter provisions and the provisions of this chapter, namely: (1) As to any particular charter provisions, such charter provisions may be inconsistent or in conflict with the pertinent provisions of this chapter; (2) although relating to the same subject matter and although not inconsistent or in conflict with any provisions of this chapter, certain charter provisions may be sufficiently different from pertinent provisions of this chapter as to indicate, as a matter of practical construction, that either the charter provisions or the provisions of this chapter, but not both, should be applicable; (3) although varying in certain respects, certain charter provisions may be similar to and in essential harm

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• W. Va. Code § 8-10-1Powers and duties of mayor2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-1aAuthority to hire special counsel; consent to other representation
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-1bAuthority to appoint police chief; reinstating to previous rank
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-2Municipal court for municipalities2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-2aPayment of fines by electronic payments, credit cards, cash, money orders, or certified checks
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-2bPayment plan; failure to pay will result in late fee and judgment lien; suspension of licenses for failure to pay fines and costs or failure to appear in court1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-3Powers and duties of recorder
• W. Va. Code § 8-10-4Powers and duties of recorder or clerk relating to warrants, oaths, sureties and bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-1Purpose and short title2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-1Ordinances to make municipal powers effective; penalties imposed under judgment of mayor or police court or municipal judge; right to injunctive relief; right to maintain action to collect fines; additional assessment of costs4 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-1aDisposition of criminal costs into State Treasury account for Regional Jail and Correctional Facility Authority fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-1bAdditional costs in certain criminal proceedings
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-2Validity of ordinances delegating discretion
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-3Cases requiring enactment of ordinance
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-4Ordinance procedures1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-11-5Prejudgment alternative disposition of certain traffic offenses
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-2Definitions of terms4 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-1General corporate powers of all municipalities
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-10Purchasing; competitive bidding
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-11Lease agreements for equipment or materials with option to cancel or renew for one year authorized1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-12Power and authority to lease, establish, maintain and operate off-street parking facility1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-13Building regulation; general and special codes; state building code4 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-14Permits for construction and alteration
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-14aChapter 8 — Municipal Corporations › Article 12 — General and Specific Powers, Duties and Allied Relations of Municipalities, Governing Bodies and Municipal Officers and Employees; Suits Against Municipalities
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-15Municipal inspection
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-16Ordinances regulating the repair, alteration, improvement, closing, demolition, etc., of structures, dwellings, or buildings that are unsafe, unsanitary, dangerous, or detrimental to the public safety or welfare; procedures2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-16aRegistration of uninhabitable property
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-16bSpecial litter prevention officers
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-16cRegistration of vacant buildings; registration fees; procedures for administration and enforcement
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-16dAdditional powers and duties of municipalities; areas of special or unique interest
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-17Sale or lease of municipal public utility
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-18Sale, lease, or disposition of other municipal property1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-19Extraterritorial exercise of powers and authority
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-2Home rule powers for all cities3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-20Authorizing municipalities to enact Adopt-A-Street programs
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-21Restriction on the regulation of trades, occupations, and professions
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-23Limitations on municipalities, political subdivisions, and local governing bodies’ authority over energy usage and development
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-24Dedication to or naming municipal property for office holder prohibited
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-25Authorizing certain municipalities to create a pension funding program
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-26Authorizing municipalities to create private outdoor designated areas
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-27Prohibiting municipalities from imposing additional alcohol licensure fees
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-3Creation by charter provision of certain independent city boards
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-3aCities authorized to create department of development and transfer planning functions of certain independent agencies to such department; authorizing related ordinances and resolutions
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-4Power to provide by charter for initiative, referendum and recall2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5General powers of every municipality and the governing body thereof11 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5aLimitations upon municipalities’ power to restrict the purchase, possession, transfer, ownership, carrying, transport, sale, and storage of certain weapons and ammunition
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5bMunicipal authority to enact ordinance; ordinance provisions defining terms; restricting certain activities in relation to obscene matters and establishing penalties for violations1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5cAuthority to enact ordinance restricting the location of businesses offering exotic entertainment
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5dRegulation of amateur radio antennas
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5eAuthority to enter into energy-savings contracts
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5fRegulation of taxicabs and taxi stands
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-5gAuthorizing municipalities to hold motor vehicle racing events on public roads, municipal streets or runways
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-6Membership in association or league1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-7Power and authority to purchase insurance and to indemnify officers, agents and employees
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-8Group insurance programs authorized1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-12-9Power and authority to enact ordinance prohibiting discrimination with respect to housing accommodations
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-3Classification of municipal corporations3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-1General property and benefit taxes1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-10Domestic animal tax1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-11Preservation of prior taxing powers of cities
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-12Borrowing power
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-13Special charges for municipal services11 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-14Penalties
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-15Collection of municipal taxes, fines and assessments
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-15aProviding for payment at banking institutions
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-16Remedies for failure to collect, account for or pay over moneys
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-17Reports, etc., to conform to fiscal year
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-18Audits and accounts
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-19Capital reserve fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-19aSpecial account for federal and state grants-in-aid authorized
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-2Correcting erroneous tax levy
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-20Balances in Municipal Bond Commission fund may be transferred or remitted to general fund where bonded indebtedness has been paid or where defeasance or payment of bonded indebtedness has been provided for; use of transferred or remitted funds
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-21Disposition of funds for public works when materials, etc., not available
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-22Payment of money out of municipal treasury must be by order; signing of orders by mechanical or electrical devices; officers jointly and severally liable for neglect; forgery; penalty
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-22aInvestment of municipal funds
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-22bVoluntary direct deposits by municipal treasurer of salaries of employees to banks or other financial institutions
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-22cRestrictions on investment
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-23Preparation, publication and disposition of financial statements
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-24Notice of delinquency
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-25Delinquent list preparation
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-26Publication and posting of delinquent tax list; costs
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-27Notice of delinquent lists to city council and retention of list by city
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-3Hotel occupancy tax1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-4Municipal license and tax thereon when state license required
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-5Business and occupation or privilege tax; limitation on rates; effective date of tax; exemptions; activity in two or more municipalities; administrative provisions2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-5aPublic utilities tax
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-6Amusement tax1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-7Tax on purchases of intoxicating liquors in municipalities; private club fees
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-8License tax on horse racing and dog racing
• W. Va. Code § 8-13-9Motor vehicle operator's tax
• W. Va. Code § 8-13B-1Chapter 8 — Municipal Corporations › Article 13B — Downtown Redevelopment Districts
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-1Findings
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-10Conflict; partial unconstitutionality
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-11Additional requirements for authority to impose certain taxes
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-12Limited authority to impose tax
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-13Study
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-14Authorization for closure of existing retirement plans, creation of defined contribution plans and issuance of bonds for certain qualifying municipalities
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-2Definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-3Pension relief municipal occupational tax
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-4Municipal sales and service taxes
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-5Municipal use tax
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-5aCredit for sales tax paid to another municipality
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-6Notification to Tax Commissioner; responsibilities of Tax Commissioner; fee; special revenue account; application of state tax law
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-7Municipal sales and service tax and use tax fund; deposit and remittance of collections
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-8Printed catalogs
• W. Va. Code § 8-13C-9Restriction on use of certain revenues
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-4How population determined1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-1Power and authority with respect to the preservation of law and order; police force or departments5 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-10Powers, authority and duties of policemen's civil service commission2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-11Rules and regulations for all examinations; probationary appointments4 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-12Form of application; age and residency requirements; exceptions6 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-13Character and notice of competitive examinations; qualifications of applicants; press representatives; posting eligible list; medical examinations
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-13aIndividual review of test and answers from promotional examination1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-14Refusal to examine or certify; review thereof
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-15Appointments from list of eligibles3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-15aVeteran qualification for examinations required during probation period
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-16Noncompetitive examination for filling vacancy; provisional appointment1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-17Vacancies filled by promotions; eligibility for promotion; rights of chief6 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-18No inquiry shall be made concerning political or religious opinions or affiliations of applicants, etc1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-19Political activities of members prohibited; exceptions
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-2Hours of duty for policemen in a paid police department under civil service; overtime compensation or time off; municipal emergencies1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-20Removal, discharge, suspension or reduction in rank or pay; hearing; attorney fees; appeal; reduction in number of members10 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-21Election to determine if civil service provisions of article shall apply to Class III city or Class IV town or village; existing police civil service not affected; certain regular members automatically covered1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-22Offenses and penalties
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-23Repeal of conflicting acts and provisions; civil service provisions of article exclusive; status or tenure not affected; certain members automatically covered; continuance of police civil service systems2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-24Right to receive complete standard uniform; right to acquire badge; and right to keep service weapon
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-2aPolicemen who are required to work during holidays; how compensated2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-3Powers, authority, and duties of law-enforcement officials and policemen11 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-4Police matrons
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-5Special school zone police officers2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-5aParking enforcement officers
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-6Qualifications for appointment or promotion to positions in certain paid police departments to be ascertained by examination; provisions exclusive as to appointments, etc.; definitions10 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-7Policemen's civil service commission generally3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-8Recorder ex officio clerk of commission; clerical and stenographic services
• W. Va. Code § 8-14-9Rooms, stationery, etc., to be furnished by city; appropriations required
• W. Va. Code § 8-14A-1Definitions2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14A-2Investigation and interrogation of a police officer or fireman1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-14A-3Hearing10 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-14A-4Right to refuse to disclose personal finances; exceptions
• W. Va. Code § 8-14A-5Appeal
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-5Existing status of municipalities confirmed; powers, authority, duties and responsibilities conferred by law
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-1Power and authority of governing body with respect to fires1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-10Hours of duty for firemen in a paid fire department
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-10aHoliday compensation for firefighters1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-10bMandatory safety procedures for situations deemed immediately dangerous to life and health
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-11Qualifications for appointment or promotion to positions in paid fire departments to be ascertained by examination; provisions exclusive as to appointments, etc.; rights of certain chiefs; "appointing officer" defined3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-12Firemen's civil service commission generally
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-13Recorder ex officio clerk of commission; clerical and stenographic services
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-14Rooms, stationery, etc., to be furnished by municipality; appropriations required
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-15Powers, authority and duties of firemen's civil service commission1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-16Rules for all examinations; probationary appointments1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-16aApprenticeship programs
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-17Form of application; age and residency requirements; exceptions1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-18Character and notice of competitive examinations; qualifications of applicants; press representatives; posting eligible list; medical examinations1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-18aIndividual review of test and answers from promotional examination
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-19Refusal to examine or certify; review thereof1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-2Liability for property pulled down or destroyed to prevent spread of fire
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-20Appointments from list of eligible applicants; special examinations for electricians or mechanics
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-20aSpecial examination for firefighter paramedic
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-21Noncompetitive examination for filling vacancy; provisional appointment
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-22Vacancies filled by promotions; eligibility for promotion
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-23No inquiry shall be made concerning political or religious opinions or affiliations of applicants, etc
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-24Political activities of members prohibited; exceptions
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-25Removal, discharge, suspension or reduction in rank or pay; hearing; attorney fees; appeal; reduction in number of members3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-26Offenses and penalties
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-27Repeal of conflicting acts and provisions; civil service provisions of article exclusive; status or tenure not affected
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-28Awarding service weapon upon retirement
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-3Municipalities empowered and authorized to contract for prevention and extinguishment of fires beyond the corporate limits2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-4Power and authority to form fire companies; recordation of statement; organization1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-5Duties of company members; meetings to inspect equipment; report; penalty for noncompliance
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-6Dissolution of volunteer fire company1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-7Incorporation of volunteer fire companies; duties and obligations; dissolution1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-7aAudit or financial examination of volunteer fire companies
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-8Support of volunteer fire company; return of property upon dissolution
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-8aEligibility for allocation from municipal pensions and protection fund and the Fire Protection Fund3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-8bAuthorized expenditures of revenues from the Municipal Pensions and Protection Fund and the Fire Protection Fund; deductions for unauthorized expenditures; record retention
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-8cDonation of equipment
• W. Va. Code § 8-15-9Establishment and maintenance of paid fire department1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-5aMunicipal Home Rule Program
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-1Definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-2Original appointments
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-3Professional firefighters certification board of apprenticeship and training
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-4Duties of the professional firefighters certification board of apprenticeship and training
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-5Certification requirements
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-6Review of certification
• W. Va. Code § 8-15A-7Compliance
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-6Application of provisions of this chapter; inconsistent or conflicting special legislative charter provisions; amendment of special legislative charters; inconsistent or conflicting ordinance provisions; status and tenure of officers and members not affected; transactions already entered into not affected1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-1Definitions1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-10Items of expense included in cost of works
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-11No municipality is to incur any obligation not payable from proceeds of bonds; exemption from taxation
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-12Interest rate and life of bonds; redemption; how payable; form, denominations, etc.; additional bonds authorized; interim certificates
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-13Obligations not to bind municipal official or officer or member of board personally
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-14Additional bonds for improvements, etc., of works
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-15How proceeds of bonds applied
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-16Bonds secured by trust indenture between municipality or municipalities and corporate trustee
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-17Sinking fund; West Virginia Municipal Bond Commission; transfer of funds; purchase of outstanding bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-18Rates, fees, or charges for services rendered by works
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-18aPledge of the hotel occupancy tax; contribution of revenues to building commission
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-2Municipalities authorized to construct, etc., public works and to acquire property; payment of costs
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-20Accounting system; yearly audit; custodian of funds
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-21Governmental entities to pay established rates, fees or charges for services rendered to it or them
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-22Statutory mortgage lien upon works created
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-23Acquisition of property on which lien exists
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-24Protection and enforcement of rights of bondholders, etc.; receivership; effect of receivership on lease agreement
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-25Article confers additional power and authority; extraterritorial jurisdiction
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-26Construction of power and authority conferred
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-27Article liberally construed
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-28Reference to "municipal authorities" or "municipal authority" elsewhere in law to mean "governing body" for the purposes of this article only
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-3Special provisions as to certain municipal public works
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-4Construction, etc., to be under control of governing body or appointed board, etc
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-4aAdditional special provisions as to motor vehicle parking facilities1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-4bAdditional special provision as to the use of space in motor vehicle parking facilities
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-5Powers of board; bidding requirements; emergency repairs
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-6Preliminary expenses
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-7Ordinance for construction, etc., of works1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-8Right of eminent domain
• W. Va. Code § 8-16-9Bonds for improvements, etc., of works
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-7Construction of powers and authority granted3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-1Purpose of article; liberal construction
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-10Apportionment among petitioners only; limit on total cost chargeable to petitioners; notice
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-11Apportionment among all abutters; limit on total cost chargeable to abutters; engineer's report; notice; hearings; correcting and laying assessments
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-12Assessments where property owned or controlled by public, charitable, eleemosynary, educational or religious institutions; duty of those in charge to cause assessments to be paid
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-13Due date of assessments; statement of amount in default to petitioner
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-14Due date of charges against petitioner; collection on bond; petitioner's right of action
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-15Cumulative authority
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-2Definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-3Municipality empowered and authorized to make improvements
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-4Petition and bond; action of governing body; memorandum of engineer
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-5Hearing on adverse report in engineer's memorandum; notice thereof; modification of memorandum; expenses charged to petitioner upon failure of petition
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-6When petition for improvement is to be granted
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-7Procedure when petitioner to pay all of total cost
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-8Procedure when total cost to be apportioned among all abutters
• W. Va. Code § 8-17-9Accomplishment of the improvement; use of municipal employees and equipment; contracts; account of costs
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-8References to code provisions
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-1Power and authority of municipalities relating to street, sidewalk, sewer and other permanent improvements1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-10Liens; recording notice of liens; suit for enforcement; priority1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-11How assessments may be evidenced
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-12How funds of municipality to be repaid if work paid for from unappropriated funds rather than by means of assessment certificates or from the proceeds of bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-13Assessment certificates
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-14Issuance of bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-15Bonds to pay municipality's share of cost of improvements
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-16Bond issue to be authorized by voters
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-17Payment of assessments or installments; release
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-18Reassessment for void, irregular or omitted assessments
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-19Limitation on additional assessments
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-2Petition of abutting property owners for improvement; improvements without petition
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-20Liberal construction of article; validity and enforcement of assessments when bond issue for same improvements
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-21Cumulative authority
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-22Connection to sewers; board of health; penalty1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-23Authority to require discontinuance of water service by provider utility for nonpayment of sewer service rates and charges; lien for delinquent service rates and charges; failure to cure delinquency; civil actions; deferral of filing fees and costs in magistrate court action; limitations with respect to foreclosure1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-3Notice to abutting owners before authorizing improvements; form of notice; affidavit of publication1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-4Ordinance or resolution authorizing improvements; approval of plans, specifications and estimates; provisions for advertisement of bids and payment of cost; default
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-5Report on completion; notice to abutting owners of assessments; hearings; correcting and laying assessments
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-6Construction of sewers and sewer systems; assessments; corner lots, etc
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-7What total cost to include
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-8Apportionment and assessment of cost
• W. Va. Code § 8-18-9Assessment against property of public, charitable, eleemosynary, educational or religious institutions; duty of those in charge to cause assessments to be paid
• W. Va. Code § 8-1-9Reporting of fraud and misappropriations of funds
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-1Acquisition and operation of municipal and county waterworks and electric power systems; construction of improvements to municipal and county electric power systems; extension beyond corporate limits; definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-10Operating contract
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-11Rates or charges for water and electric power must be sufficient to pay bonds, etc.; disposition of surplus
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-12Service charges; sinking fund; amount of bonds; additional bonds; surplus
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-12aDeposit required for new customers; lien for delinquent service rates and charges; failure to cure delinquency; payment from deposit; reconnecting deposit; return of deposit; liens; civil actions; deferral of filing fees and costs in magistrate court action; limitations with respect to foreclosure
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-13Discontinuance of water or electric power service for nonpayment of rates or charges
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-14Bonds for additions, betterments and improvements
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-15System of accounts; audit
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-16Protection and enforcement of rights of bondholders, etc.; receivership
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-17Grants, loans, advances and agreements
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-18Additional and alternative method for constructing or improving and for financing waterworks or electric power system; cumulative authority
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-19Alternative procedure for acquisition, construction or improvement of waterworks or electric power system
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-2Contracts for purchase of electric power or energy by a municipality; definitions; requirements; payments; rates and charges
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-20Article to be liberally construed
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-21Specifications for water mains and water service pipes
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-22Identification requirement for fire hydrants that are inoperable or unavailable for use in emergency situations
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-2aProcedure for changing rates of municipal electric power systems; legislative findings
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-2bRight of appeal by customers
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-3Right of eminent domain; limitations
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-4Estimate of cost; ordinance or order for issuance of revenue bonds; interest on bonds; rates for services; exemption from taxation
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-5Publication of abstract of ordinance or order and notice; hearing
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-6Amount, negotiability and execution of bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-7Bonds payable solely from revenues; not to constitute municipal or county indebtedness
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-8Lien of bondholders; deeds of trust; security agreements; priority of liens
• W. Va. Code § 8-19-9Covenants with bondholders
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-1Acquisition and operation of combined waterworks and sewerage systems; extension beyond corporate limits; definitions2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-10Power and authority of municipality to enact ordinances and make rules and fix rates, fees, or charges; deposit required for new customers; change in rates, fees, or charges; failure to cure delinquency; delinquent rates, discontinuance of service; reconnecting deposit; return of deposit; fees or charges as liens; civil action for recovery thereof; deferral of filing fees and costs in magistrate court action; limitations with respect to foreclosure2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-11Discontinuance of water service for nonpayment of rates or charges
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-11aGovernmental entities subject to established rates
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-12Use of revenues; sinking fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-13System of accounts; audit
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-14Repair and maintenance of municipal sewerage system outside corporate limits
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-15Protection and enforcement of rights of bondholders, etc.; receivership
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-16Grants, loans and advances
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-17Additional and alternative method for constructing, etc., and financing combined system; cumulative authority
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-18Alternative procedure for acquisition, construction, etc., of combined system
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-19Article to be liberally construed
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-1aAcquisition and operation of combined systems; extension beyond corporate limits; definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-1bCooperation with other governmental units
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-1cSeverance of combined system
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-2Right of eminent domain; limitations
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-3Ordinance describing project; contents
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-4Publication of abstract of ordinance and notice; hearing
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-5Amount, negotiability and execution of bonds; refund of outstanding obligations or securities by sale or exchange of bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-6Bonds payable solely from revenues; not to constitute municipal indebtedness
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-7Lien of bondholders
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-8Covenants with bondholders
• W. Va. Code § 8-20-9Operating contract
• W. Va. Code § 8-20A-1Legislative findings and purpose
• W. Va. Code § 8-20A-2Definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-20A-3Neighborhood rehabilitation fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-20A-4Inspection and technical assistance
• W. Va. Code § 8-20A-5Deferral of repayment
• W. Va. Code § 8-2-1Requirements for incorporation; size and character of territory; population4 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-1Cities may establish board1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-10General powers of board; enactment and enforcement of rules and regulations; counsel3 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-11Charges for use of recreational facilities; use of funds1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-12Use of city appropriations and other funds1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-13Public park and recreation bonds
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-14Construction of article
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-2Board a public corporate body; perpetual existence; seal; name; powers1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-3Members; quorum; qualifications; election or appointment; terms; disqualification1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-4Filling vacancies
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-5Oath of members; organization of board; secretary; treasurer
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-6Members to be paid expenses; members not to be personally interested in contracts or property controlled by board
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-7Office; powers1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-8Purchase, lease or condemnation of real property
• W. Va. Code § 8-21-9Authority to take title to real and personal property; conveyances of real property to board by public bodies; sales and conveyances of real property by board; execution of deeds1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-2-2Petition; survey and map2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-1Membership in Public Employees Retirement System
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-10Contributions by city
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-11Investment of funds
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-11aRestrictions on investment
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-12Individual accounts; actuarial data; tables
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-13Reports by board of trustees
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-14Custodian of fund; duties; bond
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-15Action by city required before new provisions are applicable
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-16Pension and relief funds for policemen and firemen; creation of boards of trustees; definitions; continuance of funds; average adjusted salary4 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-16aLegislative findings1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-17Powers and duties of boards of trustees; training1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-18Members of board of trustees; how elected; presiding officers; secretary
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-18aWest Virginia Municipal Pensions Oversight Board created; powers and duties; management; composition; terms; quorum; expenses; reports
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-18bCreation of Municipal Pensions Security Fund; transfer of certain powers, duties and functions of Treasurer's office to Municipal Pensions Oversight Board
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-18cNotice of legal actions by or against municipal policemen's and firemen's pension funds
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-19Levy to maintain fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-19aRefunds of member contributions1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-2Class I, II and III cities empowered and authorized to establish and maintain "employees retirement and benefit fund" or to maintain such fund heretofore established
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-20Actuary; actuarial valuation report; minimum standards for annual municipality contributions to the fund; definitions; actuarial review and audit1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-20aHiring of actuary; preparation of actuarial valuations1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-21Duties and bond of custodian of funds1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-22Investment of funds by boards of trustees; exercise of discretion in making investments; report of investment plan
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-22aRestrictions on investments; diversification of investments; disclosure of fees and costs
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-23Rules and regulations as to distribution of funds; proof of age
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-23aEligibility for total and temporary disability pensions and total and permanent disability pensions; reporting; light duty1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-24Disability pensions2 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-25Retirement pensions5 cites
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-25aDeferred retirement option plans; authorization; requirements; limitations
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-25bRight to benefits not subject to execution, etc.; assignments prohibited; deductions for group insurance; setoffs for fraud; exception for certain domestic relations orders; assets exempt from taxes
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-26Death benefits
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-26aSupplemental pension benefits entitlement; benefit payable; application of section; construction1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-27General provisions concerning disability pensions, retirement pensions and death benefits1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-27aCorrection of errors; underpayments; overpayments
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-27bFraud; penalties; and repayment
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-28Period in which payments limited to income from fund; reduced payments where fund insufficient
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-28aDistribution of remaining assets in a closed municipal policemen’s or firemen’s pension and relief fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-29Pension plans for employees of waterworks system, sewerage system or combined waterworks and sewerage system may be continued
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-3Definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-4Board of trustees
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-5Employees eligible for participation in fund
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-6Contributions; prior, earned and total service credits; service breaks
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-7Retirement pensions
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-8Disability pensions; annuities
• W. Va. Code § 8-22-9Death benefits; return of contributions1 cite
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-1Title
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-10Federal law maximum benefit limitations
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-11Federal law minimum required distributions
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-12Direct rollovers
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-13Rollovers and transfers to repay withdrawn contributions
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-14Retirement benefits
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-15Annuity options
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-16Refunds to certain members upon discharge or resignation; deferred retirement; preretirement death; forfeitures
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-17Awards and benefits for disability — duty related; exception during early period
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-18Awards and benefits for disability — due to other causes; exception during early period
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-19Same -- Physical examinations; recertification; termination of disability
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-2Definitions
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-20Awards and benefits to surviving spouse – When member dies in performance of duty, etc
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-21Awards and benefits to surviving spouse – when member dies from nonservice-connected causes
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-22Additional death benefits and scholarships - Dependent children
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-23Burial benefit
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-24Double death benefits prohibited
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-25Right to benefits not subject to execution, etc.; assignments prohibited; deductions for group insurance; setoffs for fraud; exception for certain domestic relations orders; assets exempt from taxes
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-26Fraud; penalties; and repayment
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-27Credit toward retirement for member's military service; qualified military service
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-27aCredit toward retirement for member’s accrued annual or sick leave days
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-28How a municipality or municipal subdivision becomes a participating public employer; duty to request referendum on Social Security coverage
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-29Effective date; special starting date for benefits; provisions governing health care benefits for retirees age fifty to fifty-five
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-3Meaning of terms
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-30Limitation of employer liability
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-31Benefits not forfeited if system terminates
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-32Membership retroactive in certain circumstances
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-33Special authorization for municipal police or firefighters hired after July 1, 2015
• W. Va. Code § 8-22A-33aSecond special authorization for municipal police or firefighters hired after July 1, 2015