Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Jason Smith’s organization
Sep 9, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marion County Commission Regular Session
The commission addressed various administrative orders, including confirming probate of wills, settlement hearing orders, and ratifying waivers and short-form settlement reports. A contract for services with Total Assessment Solutions Corporation for oil and gas inspections was approved. The Marion County Convention and Visitors Bureau presented their annual report, highlighting re-accreditation, new staffing, and marketing initiatives. Public comment included requests for financial assistance for water leak repairs from the Town of Farmington, funding for a new EMS truck for Grant Town EMS, and a report from the Marion County Master Gardeners. An elevator inspector discussed the safety inspection process. Finally, the commission appointed the Sheriff as Committee for an incarcerated individual to facilitate legal proceedings regarding a loan foreclosure.
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The commission addressed a proclamation for Constitution Week, signed various orders regarding fiduciary reports, settlement reports, and exonerations, and authorized a resolution regarding a grant for the Community Corrections Program. The commission approved hiring a holding/transport officer and a reappointment to the Colfax PSD. Additionally, the commission reviewed information regarding West Virginia Community Corrections grant applications and reports on Magistrate Court procedures. Public comments were heard regarding the impact of House Bill 5364 on conservation district funding and updates were provided on water loss issues in the Town of Farmington.
Aug 12, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marion County Commission Regular Meeting
The Commission addressed a variety of administrative and legal items, including the approval of assessor exonerations, multiple orders concerning the probate of wills, and fiduciary reports. Key actions included the acceptance of a proclamation for Buffalo Soldier Day, approval of internal budget revisions, authorization to hire a part-time holding/transport officer, and the reappointment of a board member to the Solid Waste Authority. The Commission also reviewed the 2026 Sheriff's Settlement and held an executive session regarding litigation strategy for a bellwether and sharing agreement in WVPBM litigation, which was subsequently approved. An emergency precinct change request was tabled pending additional legal documentation, and public comments addressed concerns regarding municipal water loss, potential grant writing support for small communities, and questions about local incorporation.
Jul 29, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Marion County Commission Special Session
The Commission discussed and approved an Order Establishing Precinct 32. This action was taken to accommodate a neighborhood that was recently annexed into the City of Fairmont, and the new precinct will be located at the Fleming Memorial Presbyterian Church site on Locust Avenue.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
