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Bella Vista public meetings in 2025

62 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 15, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Bella Vista City Council to adopt 2026 city budget

The City Council will consider the 2026 calendar year budget and set residential and commercial trash collection rates. The body is also reviewing several high-cost equipment purchases for fire and street departments.

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Bella Vista District Court
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider VA Clinic lot split and development

The Planning Commission will review a proposed lot split and a large-scale development for a Veteran's Affair Medical Clinic. The body will also discuss the 2026 Development Calendar.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board reviews two variance requests for land‑use changes

The Bella Vista Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications. One request seeks relief from street buffering and perimeter landscaping requirements for a proposed VA Clinic near Forest Hills Blvd. and Rogers Road (Parcel 16-70311-001, applicant Swope Consulting). The second request asks for an exemption from chicken coop placement rules and fence‑height limits on a residential lot at 8206 Spanker Ridge Drive (Parcel 16-43201-000, applicants Mark & Christy Pierce).

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Dec 8, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider 2026 budget and fire department equipment

The City Council will discuss the 2026 calendar year budget and several funding resolutions for Fire Station 1. The body is also considering the purchase of a pumper truck and a backhoe, as well as a zoning change for a specific property.

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Police Training Room
Tue Dec 2, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council reviews the final draft of the 2026 operating budget

The Bella Vista City Council will discuss the final draft of the 2026 operating budget, including fund balances and capital expenditure requests presented by Finance Director Kim Hall. No other items are on the agenda.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd.
Mon Nov 24, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council approves up to $270,403 contract for Oldham Road slope stabilization

The Bella Vista City Council will vote on several ordinances and resolutions, including a business‑license ordinance, a rezoning of a specific parcel, and updates to short‑term rental permits. The council will also consider a $117,600 grant from the Walton Family Foundation and authorize contracts for police impound lot engineering services and slope stabilization on Oldham Road. Additional items include adopting a new fee schedule for planning permits and setting salaries for elected officials beginning in 2026.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $225,335 contract for Oldham Road slope stabilization

The Bella Vista City Council approved a contract with Geostabilization International to stabilize and repair Oldham Road, authorizing up to $270,402.98 including contingency (6‑0). The council also adopted a fee schedule for planning permits (4‑2), approved a short‑term rental permit amendment (6‑0), and passed a business‑license ordinance (4‑2). Additionally, the council accepted a $117,600 grant from the Walton Family Foundation and authorized a contract with CEI Engineering for police impound lot expansion (both 6‑0). A proposed zoning change to C‑1 was rejected (2‑4).

Bella Vista District Court
Mon Nov 17, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to approve $225,336 contract for Oldham Road slope stabilization

The Bella Vista City Council will consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a third reading of a business license ordinance and a second reading to rezone a parcel from residential to commercial. A key item is a resolution to award a contract up to $270,402.98 for slope stabilization and repairs on Oldham Road. The council will also vote on a grant acceptance, fee schedule adoption, and a contract for police impound lot engineering services.

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Police Training Room
Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council to approve $56,111 contract to replace fire truck diesel engine

The Bella Vista City Council will consider an ordinance that waives formal competitive bidding requirements and authorizes a contract with MHC Kenworth of Springdale for up to $56,111.41 to replace a diesel engine in a city fire truck. The ordinance also proposes an amendment to the 2025 city budget. Staff has moved the ordinance to a third and final reading.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $56,111 contract to replace a fire truck engine

The Bella Vista City Council voted unanimously to waive competitive bidding and authorize a contract with MHC Kenworth of Springdale for up to $56,111.41 to replace the diesel engine in fire truck #3. The council also suspended rules to read ordinances by title only and to move the ordinance to its third and final reading. All motions passed with a 6‑0 vote.

Bella Vista Police Training Room
Mon Nov 10, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider new Domino's Pizza and Owl Commons subdivision

The Planning Commission will review a proposed large-scale development for a Domino's Pizza and a preliminary plat for 23 residential lots. The body will also consider several waiver requests regarding retaining walls and pedestrian accommodations, as well as two six-month extension requests.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Oct 30, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers new Domino's Pizza development

The Planning Commission will review a proposed large-scale development for a Domino's Pizza and a 23-lot residential subdivision. The body will also consider four separate waiver requests regarding retaining walls and pedestrian accommodations.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Mon Oct 27, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider business license requirements and police vehicle purchase

The Bella Vista City Council will discuss establishing a business license system and a health insurance premium credit for police and fire retirees. The body is also considering a rezoning request and the addition of a building inspector position.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved $128,314 police truck contract and several key ordinances

The council approved a $128,314 contract with Superior Automotive Group for two 2025 Ford F‑250 trucks for the police department, voting 6‑0. It also approved a health‑insurance premium credit resolution for eligible police and fire retirees, voting 6‑0. The council approved adding a full‑time building inspector to the fire department staff, voting 6‑0. Amendments to the business‑license ordinance were adopted, but the ordinance itself was tabled for one month pending further review.

Bella Vista District Court
Mon Oct 20, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council considers $128,314 truck purchase contract for police department

The Bella Vista City Council will hold a third reading on an ordinance that waives formal competitive bidding to authorize a contract with Superior Automotive Group for up to $128,314 to buy two 2025 Ford F-250 trucks for police use. The council will also consider an amendment to rezone a parcel from residential estate to local commercial (C‑2). Additional items include a business‑license ordinance and a health‑insurance premium credit resolution for police and fire retirees.

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Police Training Room
Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to approve health insurance plan for employees

The Bella Vista City Council will consider a resolution to adopt a health insurance and benefit plan for city employees beginning January 1, 2026. The special meeting is scheduled for October 15, 2025 at the Bella Vista Public Library, 11 Dickens Place. No other agenda items are listed.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved 2026 employee health insurance plan

The council adopted a health insurance and benefit plan for city employees effective Jan. 1, 2026. The Meritain 2026 Pareto Captive Bundle renewal totals $2,657,929, a 10.2% increase over 2025. The plan audit shows a net balance of $396,785 available for future claims. The motion passed with a 6‑0 vote.

Bella Vista Public Library Community Room, Bella Vista
Mon Oct 13, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider 23-lot Owl Commons Subdivision

The Planning Commission will review a proposed preliminary plat for the Owl Commons Subdivision. The body will also consider three separate waiver requests regarding driveway slopes, access drive distances, and pedestrian design.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Oct 13, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board to consider variance for accessory structure at 28 Tudor Lane

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a nonresidential accessory structure. The request concerns the maximum size of a rebuild currently under construction.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Oct 2, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Owl Commons Subdivision preliminary plat and driveway waivers

The commission will consider a waiver request for driveway slope at 17 Grantham Drive, a waiver for driveway spacing near Highlands Blvd. and Glasgow Road, a waiver for pedestrian design at 102 Fairway Drive, and a proposed preliminary plat for 23 residential lots at 102 Fairway Drive (Owl Commons Subdivision). These items are presented by planners Hyatt and Grady. The meeting also includes routine items such as minutes approval and announcements of upcoming council meetings.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Mon Sep 22, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council will adopt a new zoning ordinance and map for Bella Vista (third reading)

The council will consider several ordinances, including the third‑reading adoption of a new zoning ordinance and map that repeals prior zoning regulations. Additional items include a new subdivision ordinance, a business‑license ordinance, and various amendments to existing codes. The meeting also includes a resolution to accept the 2024 financial audit report and a resolution to levy the 2025 ad valorem property tax millage rate.

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✓ Decided: Council voted to suspend rules for a special presentation and extend citizen input time

The council approved a motion to suspend the rules and change the meeting order to allow a Childhood Cancer Awareness Week presentation. The motion passed unanimously, 5‑0. The council also approved extending the citizen‑input time limit, also by a 5‑0 vote. No other actions were decided.

Bella Vista District Court
Mon Sep 15, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council to adopt new zoning ordinance and map for Bella Vista

The council will consider several ordinances, including the third‑reading adoption of a new zoning ordinance and map that repeals prior zoning rules. They will also take up a new subdivision ordinance, a business‑license ordinance, and related amendments. Additional resolutions will address a financial audit and cost‑sharing of health benefits for retiree families.

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Police Training Room
Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider rezoning near Lancashire Blvd and Oakhill Drive

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request and review several waiver and subdivision proposals. The body will also consider a development permit extension for a transfer station.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Sep 8, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board will hear two R-1 setback variance requests at Bradford Drive and Coalburn Circle

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings on two variance applications for R-1 residential building setbacks. The first request, ZVR-2025-60729, concerns an existing structure under construction at 26 Bradford Drive (Parcel 16-25469-000) by applicant Kenneth Hagerty. The second request, ZVR-2025-60757, proposes a structure at 13 Coalburn Circle (Parcel 16-05343-000) by applicant Jarrett McClelland. Both items will be considered during the meeting.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Aug 28, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Rezoning request to change property from Residential Estate to Light/Local Commercial

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will review several unfinished business items, including waiver requests and a property line adjustment for a parcel near 411 Town Center (East). New business includes a rezoning application to convert a Residential Estate parcel to C-2 Light/Local Commercial near Lancashire Blvd and Oakhill Drive, and a retaining‑wall setback waiver for a parcel at 3 Buckingham Drive. The commission will also announce upcoming zoning and city council meetings.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Mon Aug 25, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to adopt new zoning ordinance and map for Bella Vista (second reading)

The Bella Vista City Council will hold second‑reading votes on several ordinances, including a new zoning ordinance and map (Chapter 109) with multiple amendments, and a new subdivision ordinance (Chapter 107). The council will also consider an amendment to trail‑operation hours to allow 24‑hour use, a business‑license ordinance, a $20,119 budget amendment for library shelving and furnishings, a fire‑equipment purchase contract, and a resolution establishing partisan primary elections.

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✓ Decided: Council voted 5-0 to suspend rules and read ordinances by title only

The council approved a motion to suspend the rules for a special presentation, and later another motion to suspend the rules to finish citizen input, each passing 5-0. A separate motion to read all agenda ordinances by title only was also approved 5-0. The consent agenda was approved unanimously.

Bella Vista District Court
Mon Aug 18, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council to vote on new zoning, budget, and trail ordinances

The Bella Vista City Council will hold a work session to review and vote on a new zoning ordinance, a new subdivision ordinance, and amendments to the 2025 budget. The body will also consider ordinances regarding trail usage hours and a new business license requirement.

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Police Training Room
Mon Aug 11, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hear Small Cell Facilities Ordinance proposal

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will review a waiver request for required lot length maximums and a property line adjustment, both concerning 5 Dewsbury Circle. It will also hold a public hearing on a proposed Small Cell Facilities Ordinance. No decisions have been made yet; the meeting follows the July 14, 2025 regular meeting minutes.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Aug 11, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board of Zoning Adjustment to hear three variance requests

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold public hearings to consider three variance requests regarding signage, fencing, and accessory structures. These requests concern existing or proposed unpermitted installations at specific properties.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Aug 4, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council considers special election for capital improvement bonds and sales tax

The Bella Vista City Council is meeting to discuss an ordinance calling for a special election. This election would address issuing bonds for capital improvements and levying a 1% sales and use tax to retire those bonds.

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✓ Decided: Council approves special election for $34.4M bonds and 1% tax

The council voted to suspend the rules of order and procedure, then approved an ordinance calling a special election to issue up to $34,395,000 in bonds and levy a 1% sales and use tax. The ordinance passed with a 4‑0 vote. The council also approved a resolution of intent allowing city funds to be used for capital projects before the bonds are issued, also by a 4‑0 vote.

Bella Vista District Court
Thu Jul 31, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews lot waiver, line adjustment, and small cell ordinance

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will consider a waiver request for required lot length maximums and a property line adjustment for the York Subdivision at 5 Dewsbury Circle. It will also discuss a proposed Small Cell Facilities Ordinance. These items are on the agenda for the July 31, 2025 work session.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Mon Jul 28, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider new zoning and subdivision ordinances

The City Council will discuss the adoption of a new zoning ordinance and map, as well as a new subdivision ordinance. The body will also consider a resolution regarding an emergency siren system for the 2025 Capital Improvement Bond Ordinance.

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✓ Decided: Council rejects emergency tornado siren proposal (2-4 vote)

The council voted 2-4 to reject the resolution to add an emergency tornado siren system to the 2025 capital improvement bond. A motion to suspend rules of order to read ordinances by title only passed unanimously (6-0). The consent agenda was approved unanimously (6-0). Resolutions appointing Eric Bartels to the Active Transportation Advisory Board and amending council rules of order to comply with the Arkansas FOIA were adopted.

Bella Vista District Court
Mon Jul 21, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council to vote on special election for bond financing and 1% sales tax

The Bella Vista City Council will consider several ordinances, including a new zoning ordinance and map (Chapter 109) and a new subdivision ordinance (Chapter 107). An ordinance will call a special election on issuing bonds under Amendment No. 62 and levying a 1% sales and use tax to retire those bonds. The council will also adopt a resolution of intent for capital improvements and approve the mayor’s appointment of Eric Bartels to the Active Transportation Advisory Board. Additional discussion items cover roadkill, a business license proposal, the 2024 audit status, and virtual meeting changes.

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Police Training Room
Mon Jul 14, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to hold public hearings on new zoning and subdivision ordinances

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on proposals for a new Zoning and Development Ordinance and a new Subdivision Ordinance. The body will also consider three requests from applicant Crafton Tull regarding a property near 411 Town Center (East).

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Jul 14, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board will hold a public hearing on a fence variance request at 3 Cardenden Place

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will conduct a public hearing on variance request ZVR-2025-59851 concerning residential fencing requirements. The request involves an existing unpermitted fence at 3 Cardenden Place, parcel 16-06713-000, submitted by Diane Price and presented by Planner LaRue.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Jul 3, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will consider two ordinance reform proposals (Sections 107 and 109).

The commission will review waiver requests for right‑of‑way dedication and retaining wall setbacks for a parcel near 411 Town Center (East). It will also consider a property line adjustment for the same parcel. Additionally, proposals to reform Section 109 of the Zoning and Development Ordinance and Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance will be discussed. Routine items such as minutes and upcoming meeting announcements are also on the agenda.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Mon Jun 30, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider reforms to zoning and subdivision ordinances

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will review two ordinance proposals. One proposes a reform of Section 109 of the Zoning and Development Ordinance and its accompanying Zoning Map. The other proposes a reform of Section 107 of the Subdivision Ordinance. The meeting also includes open discussion and announcements of upcoming work sessions.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Jun 23, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Bella Vista Council to discuss rezoning, fire station renovation, and council conduct rules

The Bella Vista City Council will consider amending zoning rules to remove permit requirements for portable storage containers, rezone a property from multi-family to planned zoning, and authorize a contract amendment for fire station renovations. The body will also establish a code of conduct for council members.

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✓ Decided: Council approves rezoning, storage permit removal, conduct code, and fire station contract

The Bella Vista City Council approved four key actions. An ordinance removing the permit requirement for temporary portable storage containers passed 5‑1. A zoning amendment rezoning a parcel from R‑3 to a Planned Zoning District passed 6‑0. The council also adopted a code of conduct and authorized a $3,776,771.53 contract amendment for fire station renovation, each approved unanimously.

Bella Vista District Court, Bella Vista
Mon Jun 16, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council will consider rezoning a parcel from multi‑family to planned zoning district

The Bella Vista City Council will review minutes from the May 27 meeting and consider several items. Items include an ordinance to remove the permit requirement for temporary portable storage containers, an ordinance to rezone parcel County Parcel No. 16-11099-000 (Rezone Petition PZD‑2025‑58573) from R‑3 to a planned zoning district, a resolution establishing a code of conduct for council members, and a resolution authorizing a guaranteed‑maximum‑price contract amendment with Clinard Construction Management, Inc. for renovation of Fire Station No. 1 and administrative offices (Phases 3 & 4C) with the additional amount left blank.

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Police Training Room
Mon Jun 9, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider zoning and development proposals

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will review a proposed 55+ residential community, a large-scale Razorback Greenway extension, and a Towncenter Shopping Center redevelopment. The body will also consider waivers for retaining walls and cell tower development.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu May 29, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Towncenter Shopping Center site redevelopment proposal considered

The Planning Commission will discuss several development and zoning items, including a waiver for an existing retaining wall at 6 Cardiff Circle, a proposed 55+ residential zoning district at 102 Fairway Drive, and a redevelopment proposal for the Towncenter Shopping Center at 404 Towncenter. Additional items include the third extension of the Razorback Greenway and a cell‑tower development on Punkin Hollow Road, along with related waiver requests. Each item will be presented by the listed staff and applicants.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Tue May 27, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve up to $31,269.46 lease for Dell computers with Stronghold Data

The Bella Vista City Council will consider a lease contract with Stronghold Data, LLC for Dell computers and related equipment, not to exceed $31,269.46. The council will also act on an ordinance amendment to Section 16-30 concerning temporary portable storage containers and a budget resolution allocating $38,500 from reserve funds for an impact fee study. Additional items include approval of the April 28, 2025 meeting minutes and several appointments to the Bella Vista Library Advisory Board.

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✓ Decided: Council approved ordinance on temporary storage fees and emergency clause

The council adopted an ordinance amending Section 16-30 of the code to allow permit fees for temporary portable storage containers, adding an emergency clause (4-2). It also approved a three‑year lease with Stronghold Data, LLC for up to $31,269.46 (6-0) and appropriated $38,500 of reserve funds for an impact‑fee study (6-0). Additionally, the council confirmed six mayoral appointments to the Library Advisory Board. All motions were recorded as passed with the indicated vote totals.

Bella Vista District Court, Bella Vista
Mon May 19, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to approve budget, library board appointments, and data lease

The Bella Vista City Council will review minutes, recognize youth council members, and consider several resolutions including amending the 2025 budget, approving a three-year computer lease, and appointing new members to the Library Advisory Board.

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Police Training Room
Mon May 12, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews large-scale parking lot development near 9304 Commonwealth Rd

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will discuss several waiver requests, a public hearing for a temporary fireworks stand, and a large-scale development proposal for an unpermitted parking lot near 9304 Commonwealth Road. The commission will also consider approval of a special work session on June 30, 2025 for Zoning and Development Code Reform. Minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting will be reviewed, and public input will be heard.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon May 12, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board to consider setback variance for 56 McKenzie Drive

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a property addition. The board will also address a variance request that is no longer needed.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu May 1, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission will consider a large-scale development proposal near 9304 Commonwealth Road

The commission will discuss several waiver requests for retaining walls, parking lot standards, and easement dedication. It will review a conditional use permit for a temporary fireworks stand at 8862 W. McNelly Road. A large-scale development proposal for an unpermitted parking lot near 9304 Commonwealth Road will be considered. An open discussion will propose a special work session on June 30 to address the new zoning and development code.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista
Mon Apr 28, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council authorizes contracts for asphalt and slurry street resurfacing

The Bella Vista City Council will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing contracts for street resurfacing. They will also amend the 2025 budget to re‑appropriate unspent donation revenue and approve a cost‑sharing agreement with the City of Gravetee for Hiwasse Road improvements. Additional items include adding a part‑time IT position and approving routine appointments and minutes.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves contracts, budget reallocations and board appointments

The council authorized street‑resurfacing contracts with APAC Central, Inc. and Vance Brothers Inc. and re‑appropriated $386,170 of donation revenue to city departments. It also approved a cost‑sharing agreement with the City of Gravette for Hiwasse Road improvements and added a part‑time IT position. Additionally, the mayor’s appointments to the Tree Advisory Board and the Board of Construction Appeals were confirmed.

Bella Vista District Court, Bella Vista
Mon Apr 21, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

Council authorizes contracts for asphalt street resurfacing at set rates

The Bella Vista City Council will vote on several resolutions, including appointments to the Tree Advisory Board and the Board of Construction Appeals. It will also approve contracts for asphalt street resurfacing, paying $101.25 per ton to APAC Central, Inc. and $2.88 per square yard to Vance Brothers, Inc. The council will amend the 2025 budget to re‑appropriate unspent donation revenue and enter a cost‑sharing agreement with the City of Gravetee for improvements to Hiwasse Road. Discussion items include updates from Republic Waste Recycling, Oldham Drive street work, and an alcohol tax study.

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Police Training Room
Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider Dollar General development and various land requests

The Planning Commission will review a proposed large-scale development for a Dollar General and an associated access management waiver. The body will also consider requests for lot splits, property line adjustments, and driveway and retaining wall waivers.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Apr 14, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board of Zoning Adjustment to review setback variance requests

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider two variance requests regarding building setbacks for single-family homes. One request is unfinished business and one is a new public hearing.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Apr 3, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Dollar General development and several waiver requests

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will consider a proposed large‑scale development for a Dollar General at the intersection of HWY 94 and 340 (Parcel 15‑811808‑000). It will also review three waiver requests: a waiver of access‑management requirements for the same development, a waiver of minimum street frontage for a garage at 96 Melanie Drive, and a waiver of retaining‑wall requirements at 39 Bradford Drive. All items are presented by Planner LaRue.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Mar 24, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider alcohol sales feasibility study and budget amendments

The City Council will discuss a feasibility study for an alcoholic beverage sales permitting and taxation program. The body is also deciding on several vehicle purchases for the fire and police departments and budget appropriations for a new building inspector position.

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✓ Decided: City Council waives competitive bidding for street salt and sand

The council approved a waiver of formal competitive bidding for street salt and sand purchases through May 31 2026. It also amended the 2025 budget to fund a new building inspector position and to allocate additional grant revenue for a transportation outreach project. Additional actions included authorizing a study of an alcoholic‑beverage sales permitting program, approving a contract for a code‑enforcement vehicle, and adopting resolutions to pursue federal‑aid trail and transportation projects and to lease an art piece.

Bella Vista District Court, Bella Vista
Mon Mar 17, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider contracts for audit, landscaping, and fire department vehicles

The City Council will discuss several contract awards and budget amendments. The body is considering ordinances for street salt procurement and audit services, as well as resolutions for city equipment and staffing.

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Police Training Room, Bella Vista
Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 15:00

Board of Construction Appeals

Board will vote on new member and officer elections at March 11 meeting

The Bella Vista Board of Construction Appeals will consider several items at its regular meeting on March 11, 2025. Items include appointing a new board member, holding elections or re‑elections for officers, and updating by‑law Section B, Subsection 5. The board will also vote on changing the date of the November meeting due to a holiday and will announce the next meeting date.

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1639 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review OZ Trails Bike Park and Dollar General proposals

The Planning Commission will consider several large-scale development proposals, including a bike park and a retail store. The body will also vote on the annual election of its officers.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Mar 10, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board reviews variance request for Oz Trails Bike Park near 5 Oldham Drive

The Bella Vista Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold an annual election of its officers and conduct public hearings on several variance requests. Items include a large‑scale development called the Oz Trails Bike Park near 5 Oldham Drive, two single‑family home setbacks, and a new maintenance facility at 36 Bella Vista Way. Decisions will be made on whether to grant the requested variances.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Feb 27, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission reviews Dollar General development at AR HWY 94/340

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will consider several waiver requests and large‑scale development proposals. Items include a waiver to waive drive separation at AR HWY 94/340, a proposed Dollar General store at the same intersection, and a bike park project near 5 Oldham Drive. The commission will also discuss a maintenance facility and related waivers at 36 Bella Vista Way.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Feb 24, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council considers increasing procurement authority and approving equipment contracts

The Bella Vista City Council will consider ordinances to increase non-competitive bidding authority and define development compliance officer roles. The body is also reviewing several board appointments and contracts for city equipment.

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Bella Vista District Court, Bella Vista
Tue Feb 18, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council considers procurement limit increase and new equipment contracts

The City Council will discuss updating procurement authority limits and code enforcement officer roles. The body is also reviewing several mayoral appointments to city boards and contracts for fire gear and a police vehicle.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 15:00

Board of Construction Appeals

Board will appoint a new member, elect officers, and update bylaws

The Bella Vista Board of Construction Appeals will meet on February 11, 2025 to consider several procedural matters. Items include appointing James Schlankey as a new board member, electing or reelecting officers, and adopting an update to By‑Laws Section B, Subsection 5. The board will also approve a date change for the November meeting due to a holiday. The meeting will conclude with open discussion and announcements.

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Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Waiver request for retaining wall setbacks at 47 Llanon Drive considered

The Planning Commission will review a waiver request to modify retaining wall setback requirements for a proposed wall and existing cut at 47 Llanon Drive, parcel 16‑13966‑000, submitted by Silvio Ramirez. The request was presented by Planner Hyatt. The commission will consider approval or denial of the waiver.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Feb 10, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Public hearing on variance request for 7 Britten Circle townhome reconstruction

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on variance request ZVR-2025-56948, which seeks to modify R-3 and P-1 building setbacks for reconstruction of a townhome at 7 Britten Circle (Parcel 16-34383-000). The applicant is Burris Architecture and the request will be presented by Planner LaRue. The meeting also includes routine items such as approval of the January 13, 2025 minutes and standard open discussion and announcements.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Thu Jan 30, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Waiver request for retaining wall setbacks at 47 Llanon Drive considered

The Planning Commission will review and adopt the minutes from the January 13, 2025 meeting. It will consider a waiver request (WVR‑2024‑56951) for retaining‑wall setbacks on 47 Llanon Drive, parcel 16‑13966‑000, submitted by Silvio Ramirez. The commission also announced dates for upcoming Board of Zoning Adjustment, City Council, and future Planning Commission meetings.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Tue Jan 21, 2025 · 17:30

City Council

City Council to consider police vehicle purchases and procurement limit increase

The Bella Vista City Council will discuss several ordinances and resolutions regarding city equipment purchases and administrative updates. The body is reviewing contracts for police vehicles, street department machinery, and cybersecurity software.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 16:30

Planning Commission

Bella Vista Planning Commission to review 2024 highlights and accept applications

The Bella Vista Planning Commission will meet to approve minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting and review a presentation on 2024 planning and development highlights. The body will also open applications for a vacant commission seat.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista
Mon Jan 13, 2025 · 16:30

Board of Zoning Adjustment

Board to consider setback variance for house at 4 Middleton Lane

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a variance request for a home under construction. The board will also review minutes from the December 9, 2024, meeting.

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2483 Forest Hills Blvd., Bella Vista