WHEELING, W.Va.—It’s a big day each year for the Friendly City. Tuesday, Wheeling Mayor Andy McKenzie delivered his fourth annual State of the City address.

McKenzie kicked off Tuesday's address by reflecting on the successes of the year that was.

He mentioned the 1100 block's dismantling and new land of opportunity, the demolition of dilapidated homes in East Wheeling making way for a new sports complex and the competitive entertainment options offered at Wesbanco Arena and the historic Capitol Theatre.

After the recap, came new business. The first notion was a surprise for many.

"I propose this year that the City Council form a charter review committee," said McKenzie.

Just like when the city of Steubenville announced a proposal to review their charter last week, Wheeling officials say it's been almost 20 years.   

"I think it's a time where you embrace change. There's so many things in Wheeling that has changed, that you want to really make sure that you have all the tools in order to keep up with the issues you have today," said Vice Mayor Gene Fahey.

Development then took center stage at the address.

Joining the 1100 block, McKenzie cited the city's operation center and the old Robrecht property along the river as two locations primed for sale and subsequent redevelopment.

"You have some properties downtown, two of them are on the river, the other is off of a major intersection of I-70," said Fahey.

"By eliminating barriers for development, I hope to encourage new investment and even give current businesses the opportunity to move into downtown," said McKenzie.

In 2013, don't just expect business development, but residential as well. If you're looking to move into Wheeling, or just to relocate within the city, you're not alone.

"Wheeling has a housing shortage. We asked the governor to acknowledge that which he certainly did and to do everything in his power with the West Virginia housing fund to keep their eyes on Wheeling," said Fahey.

The address lasted just about 20 minutes.

It wasn't all business, one fun event the mayor touched on -- to celebrate West Virginia's 150th birthday in June -- McKenzie said the state's birthplace will host a week-long celebration.