FAYETTEVILLE — The West Virginia Music Hall of Fame will install a satellite exhibit at Fayetteville’s Convention and Visitors Bureau, and in the process hopes to discover more exceptional musicians in Fayette and surrounding areas.

At the August Fayetteville town council meeting, members heard a presentation from the organization’s executive director, Michael Lipton, about the display and the group’s goals.

Their mission is to recognize, document and preserve the musical contributions of West Virginians and to remind and educate the people of the state of the importance of these artists.

A grant will enable the group to install satellite exhibits around the state to increase access to citizens.

“We chose Fayetteville because you guys gave us a great space, it’s a happening area, and there’s a lot of musical heritage,” said Lipton. “We’re hoping to discover some musicians from this area, not only in Fayette but all around here, that we’re not familiar with.”

The group has already identified a number of talented musicians from Fayette County, including Charlie McCoy, Phil Brito, Donny Kees, and John Ellison.

To reach the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame with suggestions, call 304-342-4412 or e-mail info@wvmusichalloffame.com.

The exhibit is set to open in a couple of weeks.

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In other council business, Fayetteville Elementary educator Jessica Moneypenny was recognized as Fayette County’s Teacher of the Year, receiving accolades and a framed certificate.

A representative from Gov. Earl Ray Tomblin’s office read a statement from the governor in

which he recognized Moneypenny’s strong commitment and hard work.

“I have no doubt you will continue to make a difference in the lives of your students,” Tomblin’s statement said.

Shea Wells of the Fayetteville Arts Coalition (FAC) requested the council review the organization’s wine and beer floor plan. The FAC is trying to sell beer at its events to raise money, and has already applied through the West Virginia Alcohol Beverage Control Administration for the license. The council approved the floor plan.

Council person Dennis Hanson reported that the Fayetteville Planning Commission approved a request by the FAC to place a sculpture in the “dummy” planter at the intersection of Court Street and Keller Avenue.

The sculpture, designed by renowned metal worker Jeff Fetty, depicts a tree with branches that point to other outdoor adventure destinations like Moab and Yosemite.

Esther Morey, director of CODA Mountain Academy, requested $3,000 from the council to support a music camp for youth.

“There’s no other camp of this sort in West Virginia. ... If there’s a way this community can wrap its arms around this and have something the whole state can be proud of, I would invite you to support us,” said Morey.

Council unanimously granted the request and received hearty hugs and handshakes from Morey.

Catherine Saunders, a resident of the Tank Hill neighborhood, approached council for the second time requesting that B Street be defined. Saunders says a neighboring land owner is overstepping his property boundaries. Saunders initially alerted council to the situation eight months ago.

Town Manager Bill Lanham said he is waiting on a report back about the official survey of the land, and once that piece is in place, the town will take any necessary actions.

“What we need to work toward is getting that street defined, but it’s not simple,” said the Town of Fayetteville’s attorney, Larry Harrah. “It’s a daunting task when you go through the deeds and records.”

The council approved a bid by Companion for its workers’ compensation contract, which was previously held by Brick Street.

They also voted to hire Brent Conley as a full-time employee at the rate of $10 per hour. They will have a special session to discuss other potential future raises.

The town council adjourned for executive session to discuss “legal advice by the town attorney.” The council would not disclose the topic of the discussion.

Finally, the council gave its conditional approval — subject to application approval by the WV ABC — to allow the New River Festival to serve and sell beer at its event Aug. 10-11.

— E-mail: cmoore@register-herald.com