Good morning, Jackson County. While the Parkersburg City Council's agenda might be lighter than a spring breeze this Tuesday, what's happening beneath the surface is worth noting. Just one resolution appears on the docket—setting April meeting dates—but the real intrigue unfolds afterward when council members don their Urban Renewal Authority hats to consider selling a city-owned Oak Street lot for a mere $100. That dormant land reuse agency from 2020? It's finally getting some attention.
Meanwhile, Athens County is taking climate threats seriously by pursuing $100,000 in funding for advanced flood modeling. This forward-thinking partnership could revolutionize how we understand water's impact on our local watersheds. And for those seeking a touch of magic this month, the Mid-Ohio Valley Ballet Company brings "The Dancing Princesses" to life on March 28, continuing their 40-year tradition of bringing professional dance to our region's doorstep.
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🏛️ Parkersburg City Council faces light agenda Tuesday night. The meeting will include just one resolution to set April meetings for the 15th and 22nd due to levy requirements. Following the main session, council members will convene as the Urban Renewal Authority to consider selling a city-owned lot on Oak Street for $100. The agenda also includes discussion about a land reuse agency that was authorized in 2020 but never implemented. URA Chairman Chris Rexroad clarified the discussion will be purely informational.
🌊 Athens County seeks funding to tackle worsening flood threats. A partnership between Athens County, Rural Action, and a Massachusetts engineering firm has applied for $100,000 from the Climate Smart Communities Initiative to develop advanced flood modeling. The project aims to simulate how land use, soil type, and precipitation impact flooding and erosion in local watersheds. Using software from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the model would help identify high-risk areas and inform future land use planning. Community observations will be crucial to calibrate the model, which could ultimately improve emergency evacuation routes and flood mitigation strategies.
💃 Twelve dancing princesses take center stage in enchanting ballet performance. The Mid-Ohio Valley Ballet Company will present "The Dancing Princesses" on March 28 at Blennerhassett School Auditorium. Based on the Brothers Grimm classic, the ballet tells the story of two brothers who discover the secret of princesses wearing holes in their slippers from nightly dancing adventures. The professional dance group has toured extensively throughout several states since 1983, reaching over 30,000 public school children through their arts education program. Tickets are available for $15 for adults and $8 for children under 18.
🏡 Real Estate Reveals
Buildable lot needs zoning check: Vacant city lot available for $7,000 offers development potential for residential or commercial use. Conveniently located near amenities, though potential buyers should verify zoning restrictions with the city of Jackson.
Vacant urban potential awaits investor: Vacant city lot in Jackson priced at $11,000 offers a blank canvas for your dream build, with nearby amenities and utilities available, though cash buyers only should confirm zoning restrictions.
Potential development site close town: This $149,900 property offers a potential building site close to town with subdivision possibilities. The house needs TLC, but the land was surveyed in 2024 and accepts cash or conventional financing.🗓️ Happenings & Hoopla
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The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul.
-Psalm 23:1-3
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