West Virginia § 8-12-6 - Membership in association or league.
Full text of West Virginia West Virginia Code § 8-12-6 — Membership in association or league., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 8-12-6. Membership in association or league.
Every municipality is hereby empowered and authorized to become a member of an association or league having for its general purpose the exchange and dissemination of information and ideas designed for the more efficient administration and conduct of municipal government and affairs. In order to finance the maintenance of such an organization, each municipality is hereby empowered and authorized to pay into such an organization annual dues or membership fees in an amount to be fixed by the members thereof at the annual meeting of such organization. Such dues or membership fees may be appropriated by the governing body as a current expense item and included in the annual budget.
Source: official West Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About West Virginia § 8-12-6
What does West Virginia Code § 8-12-6 cover?
Section 8-12-6 ("Membership in association or league.") is part of the West Virginia Code, the codified statutory law of West Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite West Virginia § 8-12-6?
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Is this the official text of West Virginia law?
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