This bill amends the Code of West Virginia to grant county commissions the authority to lease, rent, or permit the use of county-owned wireless towers to various entities. Specifically, it allows county commissions to provide access to these towers without imposing charges for public safety operations, the West Virginia Department of Highways, and other state agencies. The bill also includes provisions for county commissions to charge fees for other uses of county properties and to establish rules and regulations for managing these properties.

Additionally, the bill outlines the governance of property allocation, allowing county commissions to either manage the allocation directly or appoint a panel of three to five members to oversee it. This panel, if established, must consist of county residents and will operate under the commission's oversight, with decisions subject to review. The bill emphasizes the importance of ensuring that public safety entities can access necessary infrastructure without financial barriers while providing a structured approach to managing county-owned properties.

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Introduced Version: 7-1-3k