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Nov. 8 Election Day Recall Petition Signature Drive

On Tues., Nov. 8, sign on to enacting term limits, aligning elections and recalling Morgantown City Council. Stop by 280 Eureka Drive near Precinct 16 from 6:30 AM-7:30 PM.

Morgantown Recall & Election Reform Petition Initiative

Morgantown citizens who are concerned about the future of public safety aren’t waiting for more talk: They’re taking action now to avoid a potential disaster.

2022 Citizen Pulse Voter Survey

Take our citizen pulse voter survey and tell us your thoughts about changes in this upcoming election cycle.

Participate in WV’s 2021 Legislative Redistricting

Get background and give input about drawing new boundaries for the Mountain State’s Congressional & Legislative seats.

Local Elections & The Reality of Their Impact

After a recent fight in downtown Morgantown whereby cuts to police were evident, City Council will act and spend even more money on lawsuits.

Milton Votes to Align Elections with Cabell County’s General Ballot

Voters changed the Charter on May 4, 2021 to move Milton’s future elections to synch with Cabell County’s November ballot starting in 2024.

Vote in Milton’s Election on Tuesday, May 4

Vote Yes to Charter Change on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Aligned elections save money, maximize turnout, and minimize burnout. Put Milton ahead!

Morgantown’s 2021 Election Shows Need for Election Reform

Aligning Morgantown’s election has been an option for Council. A 7.8% low voter turnout shows need to align off-races to maximize engagement.

Vote in Morgantown’s Election on Tuesday, April 27

Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Check your voting status. Find your local polling place. Get common sense voting recommendations.

Vote Early in Morgantown’s City Election

City voters can cast ballots early at City Hall or the Northside Fire Station. Election Day is Tuesday, April 27 at your city polling place.

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Morgantown Recall & Election Reform Petition Initiative

Morgantown citizens who are concerned about the future of public safety aren’t waiting for more talk: They’re taking action now to avoid a potential disaster.

A person gets the pulse and of the election cycle on TV.

2022 Citizen Pulse Voter Survey

Take our citizen pulse voter survey and tell us your thoughts about changes in this upcoming election cycle.

West Virginia State Seal. Montani Semper Liberi. June 20, 1863.

Participate in WV’s 2021 Legislative Redistricting

Get background and give input about drawing new boundaries for the Mountain State’s Congressional & Legislative seats.

Vote in Milton’s Election on Tuesday, May 4

Vote Yes to Charter Change on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Aligned elections save money, maximize turnout, and minimize burnout. Put Milton ahead!

Morgantown’s 2021 Election Shows Need for Election Reform

Aligning Morgantown’s election has been an option for Council. A 7.8% low voter turnout shows need to align off-races to maximize engagement.

Vote in Morgantown’s Election on Tuesday, April 27

Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Check your voting status. Find your local polling place. Get common sense voting recommendations.

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Vote Early in Morgantown’s City Election

City voters can cast ballots early at City Hall or the Northside Fire Station. Election Day is Tuesday, April 27 at your city polling place.

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H.B. 2592 Assigned to Study

In the coming interim, between legislative sessions, H.B. 2592 – aligning local and county elections with state elections – is to be studied.

H.B. 2592 legislation aligning local and county elections with state elections passes WV House

The bill enjoyed wide bipartisan support as it passed from the House to the Senate, where it must be considered and voted upon before April 10.

H.B. 2354 – Watch the Elephant in the Room

Having elected officials be less accountable to their parties’ base to favor incumbents isn’t wise. Contact legislators and be heard.

Morgantown Third Ward Seat Open for Applications

Residents from Morgantown’s Third Ward are encouraged to apply to fill a vacant City Council seat. Apply by March 18. Interviews March 23.

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Morgantown Needs Election Poll Workers

Make up to $200. Morgantown needs alternate poll workers for the upcoming April 27 city election. Apply online or call 304-284-7434.

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Scanning the Horizon – H.B. 2592 Aligns Local & Statewide Elections

Learn about H.B. 2592, how it aligns local elections with other elections statewide, and ask for this bill to move by March 28, 2021.

Decker's Creek, in downtown Morgantown, was home to Diamond Village, a local encampment of unhoused people.

An Honest Look at Morgantown’s Handling of Our Unhoused Population

We must pivot away from the past to a future that will focus on the public safety impacts to everyone.