There is hereby created a Marmet Convention and Visitors Bureau (hereinafter referred to as "CVB") to be known as the "The Town of Marmet's Convention and Visitors Bureau" and to be placed under the control of the governing body of the Town of Marmet. In addition to the mayor, who shall serve as ex-officio member, the CYB shall be composed of three (3) additional members who shall be residents of the town. The members shall be appointed by the governing body of the town. The members shall serve without compensation but may be reimbursed by the town for all necessary travel expenses incurred in furtherance of his/her duties as a member of the CVB board. The CVB shall actively promote tourism and perform all duties and exercise all powers necessary to attract, schedule and book events, activities and conventions in the Town of Marmet and surrounding areas. The CVB shall fully cooperate with the Kanawha County Convention and Visitors Bureau and all other civic organizations involved in the creation and promotion of tourism. The CVB may be funded in whatever amount the governing body deems necessary and reasonable. With thirty (30) days of passage of this Ordinance and the subsequent initial composition of the Board, members shall meet to discuss and pass by-laws related to terms, offices, meeting times and other issues of relevance to the Board. Until determined otherwise, the Board shall meet in town council chambers.
(Ord. 2022-01. Passed 2-2-22.)