Shinnston approves plans to establish PODA, forms oversight committee

Shinnston approves plans to establish PODA, forms oversight committee

SHINNSTON, W.Va. (WBOY) — Shinnston will be the latest West Virginia city to hop on the PODA wagon. On Monday, the Shinnston City Council moved forward with plans to establish a Private Outdoor Designated Area (PODA) in its downtown business district, unanimously approving the proposed ordinance during a public hearing and final reading. The newly adopted ordinance permits the creation of a designated area where alcohol purchased from participat…