Communications

Mission

The mission of the Communications Department is to ensure accountability to the public and transparency of government; to encourage citizen involvement and participation in government and community activities; establish and maintain an accurate perception of the city among the public; inform citizens of municipal programs and services; and promote the city's achievements.

Responsibilities

The Communications Department is an Integrated Marketing and Communications-based department responsible for ensuring that city council, public meeting, and event information is efficiently conveyed to Morgantown residents and visitors and the Greater Morgantown area.

Manages:

• Website and social media activity
• Media relations
• City brand strategy
• Public affairs and marketing
• Relationships with internal and external partners
• Production and recording of policy making meetings held in Council Chambers

Develops:

• Public engagement campaigns
• Branding
• Social media
• Blogs
• Marketing campains
• Policies and Procedures
• Newsletters
• News Releases
• Publications
• Videos