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The Small Business Administration (SBA) in Charleston, WV, is a federal agency dedicated to supporting small businesses through various resources and assistance programs. They provide guidance on starting, funding, and managing a business, while also offering disaster assistance and funding opportunities for businesses impacted by unforeseen events. In addition to loans and grants, the SBA emphasizes federal contracting, entrepreneurship education, and resources tailored for diverse business owners, including women, veterans, and rural entrepreneurs. Through partnerships with local organizations, the SBA aims to strengthen the small business community and promote economic growth across the nation. Generated from the website

The West Virginia Water Development Authority (WDA) is a revenue bond bank based in Charleston, WV, that provides financial assistance to local governmental agencies for the development of wastewater, water, and economic infrastructure. Their mission is to protect the state's streams, improve drinking water quality, safeguard public health, and promote economic growth. As the administrator and fiduciary of the West Virginia Infrastructure Fund, the WDA purchases local government bonds, grants funds, and provides loans for economic development projects under the direction of the West Virginia Infrastructure and Jobs Development Council. Additionally, the WDA offers services such as staff support, office space, and a GIS system to the Council.Generated from the website

Founded in 1919 as the West Virginia Department of Public Safety, West Virginia State Police provides direct and indirect law enforcement services to ensure the continued security of people and residential, governmental and business properties. It is charged with the responsibility of general and special law enforcement and criminal investigation services with concentration in rural, unincorporated areas of the state. West Virginia State Police s troopers conduct highway patrolling and provide security services for athletic events, fairs and festivals. In addition to criminal investigation, traffic control and security-related duties, the state police provides forensic laboratory, executive protection, emergency management, law enforcement training and vehicle inspection services to other governmental entities within the state. Located in South Charleston, W.Va., West Virginia State Police is one of the oldest police organizations in the United States.