Huntington in Progress: May 28, 2025 Update
Mayor Farrell's Update – Quick, Clear, and To the Point
An update: focused on what matters, without the fluff. Just a few scrolls to stay informed on what we’re doing, why it matters, and what’s next.
🔒 Public Safety
Creating a Safer Huntington: HPD Testing Dates Set
We need men and women who are ready to serve their neighbors and help keep Huntington safe. We’re working toward a clear goal: a fully staffed force of 108 officers. Right now, we’re at 98. The Huntington Police Department is hiring, and testing begins May 31 and June 1. If you or someone you know has ever thought about a career in public service, this is your chance to be a part of something greater.
Take the first step here: https://hpdwv.com/recruit/
Progress in Westmoreland: Fire Station Site Dedicated
Senator Shelley Moore Capito joined us as we dedicated the future home of the Westmoreland Fire Station, a long-awaited step forward for public safety in Huntington. The project is backed by $4.2 million in federal funding secured by Senator Capito. Thanks to her support, Westmoreland is getting the fire station it needs, and our firefighters will have the tools they deserve. The construction bidding period closes June 5th, and we expect to break ground this summer.
Shelter, Support, Stability: Huntington Moves Forward in Tackling Homelessness
Multiple contractor bids were submitted to renovate the future Huntington Homeless Services Hub, the new shelter that will bring care, housing support, and treatment together under one roof. The interested bidders were on-site last week for walkthroughs, and our team, led by Valley Health, is now reviewing the bids. It’s another step toward building something better: a safe, supportive space that offers not just shelter for tonight, but a real path to stability.
🛠 Infrastructure
Economic Development: We’ve just taken another step toward unlocking new growth in Huntington. A resolution submitted to City Council and approved last night enables the City to transfer a parcel of land on 24th Street between 3rd and 5th Avenue to the Huntington Municipal Development Authority. This strategic move merges the parcel, creating a unified footprint on the former ACF property for future development. We look forward to sharing more about what’s ahead for this transformative project.
💼 Economy
Helping Residents Catch Up on City Fees: The City of Huntington has extended its amnesty period for delinquent fee penalties through May 30, giving qualifying homeowners a limited-time opportunity to resolve overdue municipal, fire protection, and refuse fees—penalty-free.
So far, 58 applications have been approved, with 42 accounts paid in full and $45,866.23 collected—and an additional $18,330.71 expected. If all approved applicants follow through, more than $306,000 in penalties will be waived, helping residents get current and putting overdue revenue back into the system.
The list of delinquent accounts is still available online. If your name appears, now’s the time to act.
Learn more: https://www.cityofhuntington.com/unpaid-municipal-fees
🎥 Watch: We did it – the AD Lewis pool opened on time!