The governing body of each affected municipality is responsible for the expenses of holding an election on the question of municipal consolidation.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 7A. Consolidated Local Government
Article 5. Municipal Consolidation Election
§7A-5-1. Expenses for Election
§7A-5-3. Election and Ballots for Municipal Consolidation
§7A-5-4. Approval of Municipal Consolidation and Charter
§7A-5-5. Rejection of Charter and Reconsideration Process
§7A-5-7. Constitutional Consideration
§7A-5-8. Subsequent Joining of Municipality to Consolidated Municipality