This bill proposes the addition of a new section, designated 7-3-20, to the Code of West Virginia, 1931, which grants county commissions the authority to sell, lease, trade-in, or dispose of their real or personal property. The bill outlines the conditions under which these transactions can occur, including the requirement for public notice and auction for sales above a certain value, and the stipulation that leases can be authorized for terms not exceeding 50 years. It also specifies that the provisions do not apply to transactions involving property valued at less than $1,000 and allows for trade-in transactions without the same restrictions.

Additionally, the bill mandates that any proposed lease must be preceded by a public hearing, with proper notice published as a Class I legal advertisement. The new language emphasizes that the powers granted in this section are supplementary to any existing authority held by county commissions under current law. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process for county commissions to manage their property effectively while ensuring transparency and public involvement in significant transactions.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 7-3-20