Bentonville, Arkansas

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

The Traffic Safety and Signage Committee will review requests for temporary traffic control and street closures for several upcoming running and walking events. Items include the Spooky Sprint half marathon on October 4, 2026, the Ozarks Hiking Weekend walk on September 12, 2026, and the Run Bentonville Race Series covering multiple dates in 2026–2027. The committee will also discuss an alternate route for the Lifetime Event due to Main Street construction.

• Spooky Sprint half marathon, 10K, and 5K on Oct 4, 2026, requesting police assistance at Highway 12 crossings
• Ozarks Hiking Weekend walk from Bentonville Library to Airship Coffee at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve on Sep 12, 2026
• Run Bentonville Race Series 2026-2027 seeking street closure approvals for multiple events
• Discussion of alternate route for the 2026 Lifetime Event due to planned Main Street construction

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Utility Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on four rezoning requests and one planned unit development (PUD) amendment, including properties on SW I St, Jefferson St, Royal Dr, SW Pawhuska St, and SE 3rd St. They will also consider a large-scale development for Plaza Surgery Center at 701 SE Plaza Avenue, and an extension request for Applejack II Townhomes at 908 East Central. Consent agenda includes a property line adjustment at 4201 SW 2nd Street, and upcoming public hearings for right-of-way and easement vacations are noted for July 14.

• Public hearings on four rezonings: Michael Koenitz-Hudac (1201 & 1203 SW I St, RZ26-0030), Gocio (716 Jefferson St, RZ26-0031), SNUG Properties (1108 Royal Dr, RZ26-0032), J & M Capital Ventures (4001-4104 SW Pawhuska St, RZ26-0033)
• Public hearing on Laurel Canyon PUD Amendment at 902-1002 SE 3rd St (PUD25-0002)
• New business: Plaza Surgery Center Large Scale Development at 701 SE Plaza Avenue (LSD26-0010)
• Consent agenda: property line adjustment for Lots 5 & 6 of Weins Acres at 4201 SW 2nd Street (PLA26-0014)
• Extension request: Applejack II Townhomes LSD at 908 East Central (LSD25-0026)

Board of Adjustment

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Tree & Landscape Advisory Board

Public Art Advisory Board

Utility Board

Planning Commission

Board of Adjustment

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Utility Board

Planning Commission

Library Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Board of Adjustment

Utility Board

Planning Commission

Tree & Landscape Advisory Board

Public Art Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Board of Adjustment

Utility Board

Planning Commission

Library Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Board of Adjustment

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Utility Board

Planning Commission

Tree & Landscape Advisory Board

Public Art Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Board of Adjustment

Airport Advisory Board

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Planning Commission

Library Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Public Art Advisory Board

Planning Commission

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Planning Commission

Library Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

General

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

General

Planning Commission

Public Art Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Planning Commission

Library Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Planning Commission

Public Art Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

Library Advisory Board

Airport Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Airport Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Airport Advisory Board

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Finance Committee

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

Airport Advisory Board

Library Advisory Board

Board of Adjustment

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss informational items on natural landscape exemptions and proposed noise regulation amendments. The City Council will then vote on resolutions and ordinances, including two zoning changes, acceptance of a BJA grant, utility board items, and several public hearings for easement vacations.

• Resolution to accept $39,499.93 BJA grant for bulletproof vests
• Ordinance waiving bid to reserve 3 substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $450,000
• Resolution approving $977,277 amendment for sewer model expansion design
• Rezoning of 503 SW Third Street from R-1 to T4.1 (Fish, approved 6-0 by Planning Commission)
• Rezoning of 5036 SW Shell Road from R-1 to T3.2 (Srunn, approved 5-1 by Planning Commission)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss the Capital Improvement Program and review three items for City Council consideration. These include a grant for bulletproof vests and utility-related contracts and equipment.

• Resolution to accept a $39,499.93 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) grant for bulletproof vests
• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding and pay $450,000.00 to Prolec - GE for 3 substation transformer slots
• Resolution to amend the Raftelis Finances Consultants, Inc. contract, reducing the amount by $16,200.00 to a maximum of $43,400
• Informational discussion regarding the CIP

Public Art Advisory Board

The board will discuss and vote on a final recommendation for the Near the Pitch public art project. They will also evaluate proposals for the Water Tower Rd Roundabout art installation and plan for 2027 projects. An update on the Dr. Compton Sculpture is scheduled.

• Near the Pitch: Feedback and final recommendation
• America 250: Deadline July 15 for submissions
• Water Tower Rd Roundabout: Proposal evaluations
• Dr. Compton Sculpture project update
• 2027 Project planning discussion

Tree & Landscape Advisory Board

The Tree and Landscape Advisory Board will consider approving the Final Tree Canopy Assessment & Reforestation Plan and discuss updates to the Native and Pollinator Landscape Ordinance. New business includes planning the Fall Tree Giveaway. The board will also receive parks and planning updates.

• Final Tree Canopy Assessment & Reforestation Plan for approval
• Native and Pollinator Landscape Ordinance update discussion
• Fall Tree Giveaway planning
• Parks updates
• Planning updates

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding two rezoning requests. The body will also review three property line adjustments and an informational update to the Annual Future Land Use Map.

• Rezoning of 503 SW Third Street from R-1 to T4.1 (RZ26-0026)
• Rezoning of 5036 SW Shell Road from R-1 to T3.2 (RZ26-0027)
• Property line adjustment for 712 & 714 W Central Avenue (PLA26-0013)
• Property line adjustment for 3203, 3301, & 3401 Blueberry Lane, 301 & 503 Crooked Road, and 2812 East Central Avenue (PLA26-0007)
• Property line adjustment for 1101 SE 21st Street (PLA26-0012)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Utility Board

The Bentonville Utility Board will decide on five new business items, including a $450,000 waiver of competitive bidding for three substation transformers, two contract amendments with Raftelis for water/wastewater fee and rate analysis, an ordinance adopting revised water utility specifications, and a $977,277 amendment for the sewer model expansion. All items require board approval and some involve budget adjustments.

• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for 3 substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $450,000
• Resolution authorizing contract amendment with Raftelis reducing water/wastewater capacity fee analysis by $16,200 to $43,400
• Resolution authorizing contract amendment with Raftelis for $16,200 for water/wastewater rate analysis
• Ordinance adopting 2026 Water Utilities Department Specifications revisions to allow flexibility for UDC setbacks
• Resolution approving Amendment #1 with Olsson, Inc. for $977,277 for Shell Basin Interceptor sewer model expansion

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review two variance requests regarding fence and wall requirements. These items involve properties at 400 SW C Street and 1023 N Main Street.

• Tucker Variance: 400 SW C Street (VAR26-0006)
• Zediker Variance: 1023 N Main Street (VAR26-0007)

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

The Bentonville City Council will vote on recognizing retiring Police Chief Aaron Shastid, awarding contracts for a fire truck and animal services vehicle, and approving design work for the NW 3rd Street Sidepath. The meeting also includes public hearings for right-of-way vacations and final plats for Opal Park.

• Resolution recognizing Police Chief Aaron Shastid on retirement
• Resolution awarding bid IFB-26-28 to Superior Auto Group for an animal services vehicle ($67,869)
• Resolution authorizing an agreement with Halff Associates Inc. for NW 3rd Street Sidepath design ($211,000)
• Resolution authorizing an agreement with Black & Veatch for South Basin Phase 1 engineering ($3,012,902)
• Final Plat for Opal Park, Phase 1

The City Council approved a consent agenda that included a $3,012,902 contract with Black & Veatch for South Basin North Branch and lift station engineering, a $211,000 design contract for the NW 3rd Street Sidepath, and purchases of public safety vehicles. The Council also passed four rezoning ordinances changing rural designations to neighborhood classifications, three right-of-way vacations, and a final plat for Opal Park Phase 1. All votes were 7-0.

• Approved $3,012,902 South Basin Phase 1 Amendment No. 1 (7-0)
• Approved $211,000 NW 3rd Street Sidepath design contract (7-0)
• Approved $67,869 animal services vehicle purchase (7-0)
• Approved purchase of E One Rescue Truck (7-0)
• Approved four rezoning requests (Costello, Barron Road × 2, Frail Trust) (7-0 each)
• Approved final plat of Opal Park Phase 1 (7-0)
• Approved three right-of-way/easement vacations (VAC26-0002, -0005, -0011) (7-0 each)
• Approved consent agenda including all listed items (7-0)

Finance Committee

Airport Advisory Board

The Airport Advisory Board will receive updates on several construction projects funded by FAA, ADA, and BIL, including the East Taxiway Extension Phase 2, Hangar Access Road ($300K 80/20), West Taxiway Rehabilitation ($300K 80/20), and West Turf Apron ($200K 90/10). Board members will also discuss the Remote Tower concept and prepare a presentation for City Council. Additional items include a geese control report, city updates on Neighborhood One, a Fuel Farm RFP, and AWOS relocation.

• East Taxiway Extension Phase 2 (FAA funded) update
• Hangar Access Road ($300K 80/20) update
• West Taxiway Rehabilitation ($300K 80/20) update
• West Turf Apron ($200K 90/10) update
• Discussion of Remote Tower concept and City Council presentation

Library Advisory Board

The board approved the adoption of Board Bylaws and Rules of Order and approved the meeting minutes from April 1, 2026. Members also decided to post parking signs to encourage patron use of spaces during library hours.

• Approved adoption of Board Bylaws and Rules of Order
• Approved meeting minutes from April 1, 2026
• Approved posting parking signs to encourage patron use during library hours

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several rezoning applications for properties on SW Barron Road and near the Regional Airport. The agenda also includes a request for a car parking maximum waiver at the corner of SW I and SW Edenberry Rd.

• Opal Park Phase 1 Final Plat north of SW Regional Airport Blvd
• Parking maximum waiver for Latter Day Saints Church near SW I and SW Edenberry Rd
• Costello rezoning at 3205 SW 2nd Street
• Barron Rd, LLC rezoning at SW Barron Road and 5927 SW Barron Road
• Rezoning of land south of Regional Airport for Edward L. and Imelda Frail Revocable Trust

Utility Board

The Bentonville Utility Board is meeting to discuss a resolution regarding sewer engineering services. The primary item is an agreement with Black & Veatch for the North Branch of South Basin and a regional lift station.

• Agreement with Black & Veatch for $3,012,902.00
• Design of 13,788 feet of gravity sewer on the North Branch of South Basin
• Design of a new regional lift station

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

The Traffic Safety and Signage Committee is meeting to review a request for a construction dumpster and hear a presentation on placemaking. The committee will consider a request for a three-month dumpster placement to support a building remodel.

• Construction dumpster request for building remodel at 110 W. Central
• Presentation on Community Led Initiatives for Placemaking by Avalon Reeves

The Traffic Safety and Signage Committee approved a request for a construction dumpster to support a building remodel. The approval is contingent upon obtaining a Right-of-Way Permit and maintaining safety measures. A scheduled presentation on placemaking did not occur.

• Approved construction dumpster at 110 W. Central through August 31, 2026 (Unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing and decide on two variance requests related to fence and wall height requirements under the Land Development Code. One property is at 400 SW C Street; the other at 1023 N Main Street.

• Tucker Variance (VAR26-0006) – 400 SW C Street, seeking relief from Section 1100.06(g)(2) fence and wall requirements
• Zediker Variance (VAR26-0007) – 1023 N Main Street, seeking relief from Section 1100.06(g)(2) fence and wall requirements
• Approval of minutes from March 25, 2026 meeting

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

The Bentonville City Council will discuss and vote on a special election to replace Council Member Gayatri Richardson for Ward 1, Position 2. Other actions include awarding contracts for cyber security services, asphalt materials, and mastic seal, as well as setting public hearings for right-of-way and utility easement vacations. The Council will also consider a $602,604 contract amendment for Shewmaker Basin interceptor improvements and a $212,171 change order for a water transmission line relocation.

• Special election to fill Ward 1, Position 2 vacancy
• Resolution to award $602,604 for Shewmaker Phase 1 engineering administration services
• Change order #1 for $212,171.18 for 48'' water transmission line relocation
• Award of bid IFB-26-31 to Emery Sapp & Sons for asphalt materials for street repairs
• Property line adjustments at 304 SW B Street and 102 NE F Street

The council approved a consent agenda that included a resolution calling a special election to replace Council Member Gayatri Richardson for Ward 1, Position 2. Other consent items included contracts for cybersecurity services, asphalt materials, and mastic seal, as well as public hearing dates for several right-of-way vacations and utility board approvals. A separate resolution for SW 2nd & O drainage improvements was approved after reducing the storm sewer scope to stay within budget. Two property line adjustments were also adopted.

• Called special election for Ward 1, Position 2 vacancy (consent, 8-0)
• Approved cybersecurity services renewal with Heartland Business Systems (consent)
• Set public hearings for four right-of-way vacations on June 9, 2026 (consent)
• Awarded asphalt materials bid IFB-26-31 to Emery Sapp & Sons (consent)
• Awarded mastic seal bid IFB-26-33 to Innovative Roadway Solutions (consent)
• Approved $602,604 Shewmaker Phase 1 Amendment #4 with Garver Engineering (consent)
• Approved $212,171 change order for 48" transmission main relocation with Garney (consent)
• Approved SW 2nd & O drainage improvements amendment with scope reduction (8-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding the 48" transmission main repairs, contractor progress, and water purchases. The meeting also includes a review of the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2027.

• Update on 48" Transmission Main repairs and water service line replacements
• Review of the 2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

Public Art Advisory Board

The Public Art Advisory Board will evaluate proposals for the Near the Pitch public art project and discuss removal of a mural at the Skate Park. They will also receive updates on the America 250 Call for Art, the J and John DeShields Roundabout, and an artwork loan for the Adult Recreation Center.

• Near the Pitch Proposal Evaluations
• Skate Park Mural Removal
• America 250 Call for Art update
• J and John DeShields Roundabout discussion
• Adult Recreation Center – Artwork Loan

The Board selected three top options for the Near the Pitch project to undergo community feedback. They also voted to expand the age range for the America 250 Call for Art.

• Approved April 16, 2026 minutes
• Recommended 'Team Spirit', 'Three Brothers', and 'The Delivery' as top proposals for Near the Pitch feedback
• Expanded America 250 Call for Art age range to grades 7-12
• Maintained current status of Skate Park mural

Tree & Landscape Advisory Board

The Tree and Landscape Advisory Board is meeting to review a planting project and a landscape ordinance. The session includes updates on parks and planning.

• SE 8th Street Tree Replacements planting project
• Native and Pollinator Landscape Ordinance

Planning Commission

The Bentonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning application by the Edward L. and Imelda Frail Revocable Trust for multiple parcels south of Regional Airport. The request seeks to change zoning from Agriculture to Neighborhood Node and Neighborhood Transition, but portions are inconsistent with the Bentonville Development Code. The commission will also review preliminary plats for Providence Village Phase 4 and Opal Park Phase 2, and consider consent agenda property line adjustments.

• Rezoning hearing for parcels south of Regional Airport / east of SW Lee Lane (RZ26-0017) with code inconsistencies
• Providence Village Phase 4 preliminary plat at 7434 Nomad Road (PP25-0009)
• Opal Park Phase 2 preliminary plat on SW Regional Airport Blvd between Barron and Adams Rd (PP25-0001)
• Consent agenda: property line adjustment at 304 SW B Street (PLA26-0008)
• Consent agenda: property line adjustment at 102 NE F Street (PLA26-0011)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Utility Board

The Bentonville Utility Board will hear an informational update on the 48-inch transmission main repairs and water service line replacements. The board will consider two resolutions: a $602,604 amendment with Garver Engineering for engineering administration services for the Shewmaker Basin Interceptor Improvements Phase 1, and a $212,171 change order with Garney for construction changes on the 48-inch water transmission line relocation associated with ARDOT Highway 112. No budget adjustments are needed for either item.

• Resolution authorizing Amendment #4 with Garver Engineering for $602,604 for Shewmaker Basin Interceptor Phase 1 (6,700 linear feet of 24" interceptor from North Lift Station to north of Tiger Boulevard)
• Resolution authorizing Change Order #1 with Garney for $212,171.18 for 48" water transmission line relocation (ARDOT project 090512 Hwy 112) including pipe casing and temporary fencing; adds 41 days to schedule
• Informational update on 48" transmission main repairs, IDIQ contractor progress, and water purchase

The Utility Board approved $602,604.00 for engineering administration for the Shewmaker Phase 1 project. The board also accepted a $212,171.18 change order from Garney for the 48" water transmission line relocation.

• Approved May 5, 2026 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $602,604.00 for Shewmaker Phase 1 engineering administration services (3-0)
• Approved $212,171.18 change order for 48" water transmission line relocation (3-0)

Board of Adjustment

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

This combined meeting begins with a Committee of the Whole for discussion only, then moves to City Council for official votes. Council will consider numerous items including a $7.5 million road contract, public safety equipment purchases, park project changes, and a city council vacancy.

• Resolution awarding $7,527,371.55 bid to APAC-Central for Rainbow Curve Improvements
• Ordinance to waive bidding and purchase two substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $6,044,984.73
• Ordinance to waive bidding for 80 Tasers from Axon Enterprise with a 5-year lease-to-own agreement
• Change order extending Dave Peel Park contract by 273 days and $9,800 for burying electrical lines
• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for emergency bridge repair on W. McNelly Rd.

The Bentonville City Council unanimously approved a $7.5 million contract for Rainbow Curve road improvements and a $3.7 million sewer rehabilitation project. Other actions included purchasing 80 Tasers for police, waiving competitive bidding for emergency bridge repair, and authorizing $6 million for substation transformers. The council also passed several code-updating ordinances and recognized ALS Awareness Month, EMS Week, and Police Week.

• Awarded IFB-26-15 Rainbow Curve Improvements to APAC-Central, Inc. for $7,527,371.55 (6-0)
• Awarded IFB-26-24 Shewmaker Interceptor Rehabilitation Phase 1 to Ground Zero Construction for $3,743,519.10 (6-0)
• Approved waiver of bid to purchase 80 Tasers from Axon Enterprise via lease-to-own, Year 1 cost $48,246.51 (6-0)
• Approved waiver of competitive bidding for emergency bridge repair on W. McNelly Rd. with emergency clause (6-0)
• Approved waiver of competitive bidding to purchase two substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $6,044,984.73 (6-0, Utility Board recomm. 4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including video system, consoles, software, artwork loan, Garver amendment, Dave Peel Park change orders, and Memorial Park pickleball design (6-0)
• Approved ordinances updating zoning and code references, establishing fees for new Community Code, and repealing roller skates/skateboard prohibition (6-0)
• Approved transfer of ARDOT grant from Elm Tree Sidepath Trail to McCollum Sidepath Trail (6-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing three ordinances to waive competitive bidding for emergency and infrastructure needs. These include equipment for public safety, bridge repairs, and electrical transformers.

• Purchase of public safety radio equipment from KA-Comm, Inc for $102,601.57
• Waiver of competitive bidding for emergency bridge repair on W. McNelly Rd.
• Purchase of two substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $6,044,984.73 for the Bentonville Health Care Campus

Airport Advisory Board

The board will receive status reports on geese control and field operations. Members will discuss construction updates for taxiways, aprons, and roads, as well as a remote tower concept.

• Hangar Access Road (ADA Funded 300K 80/20)
• West Taxiway Rehabilitation (ADA Funded 300K 80/20)
• West Turf Apron (ADA Funded 200K 90/10)
• East Taxiway Extension (Phase 2) and East Apron Expansion
• Fuel Farm RFP and AWOS Relocation

Library Advisory Board

The board is set to vote on adopting its proposed Bylaws and Rules of Order, which establish meeting procedures, attendance rules, and officer duties. Members will also discuss pending appointment of a Bentonville Schools ex-officio member and hear updates on programming, makerspace, and administration from library staff and ex-officio groups. Public comments on agenda items are invited.

• Consideration and possible adoption of Board Bylaws and Rules of Order (appended to agenda)
• Discussion of Municipal Code updates approved by City Council on April 28, 2026
• Pending appointment of a Bentonville Schools ex-officio member
• Reports from Makerspace Librarian and Makerspace Specialist on library services
• Public comments limited to three minutes per person on agenda items

The Library Advisory Board voted to approve Municipal Code updates to be presented to the City Council on April 28, 2026. The board also approved minutes from the March 4 meeting and discussed proposed bylaws for future adoption. Staff reported on upcoming events and the ongoing integration of the Bentonville History Museum into the library department.

• Approved March 4, 2026 meeting minutes as presented
• Approved Municipal Code updates for City Council consideration (April 28)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several subdivision platting items and a property line adjustment via the consent agenda. The commission will also consider a driveway waiver for 1300 NE J St.

• Boroughs Subdivision, Lots 1 and 2 Lot Split at 615 N Walton Blvd
• Walmart Campus Subdivision, Ph 22 Final Plat at 1812 SE 10th Street
• Walmart Campus Subdivision, Ph 23 Final Plat at 1005 Excellence Drive
• Property Line Adjustment for 403 SW 3rd Street
• St. Stephen's Driveway Waiver at 1300 NE J St

Utility Board

The Bentonville Utility Board will decide on two items: an ordinance to waive competitive bidding and purchase two substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $6,044,984.73 for a new substation serving the Bentonville Health Care Campus, requiring a budget adjustment; and a resolution to award a construction bid for the Shewmaker Interceptor Rehabilitation Phase 1 to Ground Zero Construction, Inc. for $3,743,519.10, funded by an AWLF loan with no budget adjustment needed.

• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding and purchase 2 substation transformers from Prolec-GE for $6,044,984.73
• Budget adjustment needed for transformer purchase
• Resolution awarding bid IFB-26-24 to Ground Zero Construction, Inc. for $3,743,519.10 for Shewmaker Sewer Improvements
• Project located in North Bentonville between NE Tiger Boulevard and NE A Street
• Funded by AWLF loan, no budget adjustment needed

The board approved minutes from April 21, an ordinance to waive competitive bidding and purchase two substation transformers from Prolec-GE, and a resolution awarding a construction bid for the Shewmaker Interceptor Rehabilitation Phase 1. All votes were 4-0.

• Approved April 21, 2026 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved ordinance to waive competitive bidding and purchase 2 substation transformers from Prolec-GE (4-0)
• Approved resolution awarding bid IFB-26-24 for Shewmaker Interceptor Rehabilitation Phase 1 construction (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

The Traffic Safety and Signage Committee will hear public requests for traffic safety improvements, including a dangerous intersection at Foxfire Lane/N Walton Boulevard, a sidewalk and roundabout at NW 5th & Bella Vista Rd, and speed humps in Skyview subdivision. New business includes requests for temporary street closures for the 2026 Homecoming Parade, Walmart Shareholders Week, the Adult Recreation Center Grand Opening, and a Crystal Bridges gala event. All items are informational only; no decisions are scheduled.

• Dangerous intersection at Foxfire Lane / N Walton Boulevard / NW A Street: request for pedestrian/bicycle crossing or tunnel (48,000 vehicles/day)
• NW 5th & Bella Vista Rd: request for sidewalk and/or roundabout
• Skyview subdivision: request for speed humps on Lockheed and Convair streets
• Temporary closure of N. Main Street from Central Avenue to 2nd Street for Walmart Shareholders/Associate Week (June 1-4)
• Temporary closure of NE A St between NE Park St and NE Cub Cir for Crystal Bridges gala (4:30 PM to midnight)

The Committee approved four event-related street closures: Bentonville High School Homecoming parade route extension (voice vote), N Main Street closure for Walmart Shareholders week (voice vote), SW A Street closure for Adult Recreation Center grand opening (voice vote), and NE A Street closure for Crystal Bridges gala with a Traffic Control Plan condition (voice vote). An agenda item on the Foxfire Lane/N Walton Boulevard dangerous intersection was removed pending a traffic study. No action was taken on sidewalk/roundabout improvements at NW 5th & Bella Vista Road or speed humps for Skyview subdivision, though staff will evaluate interim options and funding.

• Approved support for Bentonville High School Homecoming parade route extension (voice vote, motion by Wright, second by Shastid)
• Approved closure of N Main Street from Central Ave to 2nd St for Walmart Shareholders/Associate week, June 1-4 (voice vote, motion by Wright, second by Shastid)
• Approved closure of SW A Street (SW 3rd to SW 2nd) for Adult Recreation Center Grand Opening ribbon cutting on May 30 (voice vote, motion by Shastid, second by Wright)
• Approved closure of NE A Street (NE Park St to NE Cub Cir) for Crystal Bridges gala, conditioned on a Traffic Control Plan (voice vote, motion by Wright, second by Shastid)
• Removed agenda item on Foxfire Lane/N Walton Boulevard intersection pending third-party traffic study results
• Discussed NW 5th & Bella Vista Rd intersection safety; staff will evaluate interim improvements such as signage or crosswalk enhancements where feasible
• Discussed Skyview subdivision speeding; staff will continue enforcement and evaluate future funding for speed humps

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

The Committee of the Whole will discuss agenda items without voting or public comment. The City Council will then hold public hearings and vote on ordinances and resolutions, including purchasing land at 910 SE 14th Street for police training, setting library fees, and awarding sewer infrastructure contracts. Multiple grant applications for the Eagle Way Trail project and an FAA grant for airport improvements are also on the agenda.

• Resolution to approve budget adjustment to purchase property at 910 SE 14th Street using impact fees for police training
• Ordinance establishing 2026 fees for Bentonville Public Library, effective June 1, 2026
• Ordinance waiving bid to purchase a 2026 Dodge Durango PPV replacement police vehicle for $72,874.75
• Resolution accepting $84,360 FAA grant for design of an aircraft parking apron at Bentonville Municipal Airport
• Resolution awarding bid of $584,814 to Suncoast Infrastructure for CIPP lining of sewer mains as part of 2026 I/I Reduction Strategy

The City Council accepted the resignation of Council Member Gayatri Richardson and declared the position vacant, with further discussion on the vacancy process scheduled for May 12. The council also approved a consent agenda including property purchase, grant applications, and utility contracts, as well as ordinances setting library fees and amending library board codes.

• Accepted resignation of Council Member Richardson and declared vacancy (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-79 establishing 2026 library fees (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including resolutions for property purchase at 910 SE 14th St, police vehicle surplus, insurance settlement, utility easement hearing, Carroll Electric MOU, FUSE Corps fellowship, Hight Jackson contract, and multiple trail grant applications
• Approve utility board consent items awarding sewer rehabilitation contracts totaling $2.1M to Suncoast Infrastructure, Bennett Inc., and others
• Approved Ordinance 2026-82 waiving bid for a replacement police vehicle (7-0)
• Approved utility easement vacations for Clarendon Heights (VAC26-0009) and Fairfield Addition (VAC26-0012) (7-0 each)
• Approved Ordinance 2026-80 amending Library Advisory Board code (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee is reviewing several budget adjustments and grant acceptances. Key items include the acquisition of a property for training needs and the acceptance of federal and state funds for airport and economic development projects.

• Purchase of property at 910 SE 14th Street using impact fees
• Acceptance of $51,550.00 from Arkansas Municipal League for a police vehicle replacement
• Acceptance of $142,500.00 award from the Arkansas Site Development Program
• $20,000.00 contract with FUSE Corps for a Stormwater and Floodplain Executive Fellowship
• $84,360.00 FAA grant for an aircraft parking apron at Bentonville Municipal Airport

Board of Adjustment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two rezoning requests: the Brad and Cindy Esslinger Trust seeks to rezone 306 SE 2nd Street from downtown high-density residential to mixed-use residential, and the Rankin property at 101 Oakhurst Street seeks to rezone from agriculture to low-density single-family residential. The commission also will consider a consent agenda with a lot split for Hanwa Addition, a large-scale development for Brightbox Condos, and a lot split for McKissic Springs Addition, plus a new business item for an alley waiver at 433 SW 4th Street.

• Public hearing: Brad and Cindy Esslinger Trust rezoning of 306 SE 2nd Street from DN-3 to DN-4
• Public hearing: Rankin rezoning of 101 Oakhurst Street from A-1 to R-1
• Alley waiver at 433 SW 4th Street (WAV26-0007)
• Consent: Lots 2 & 3 of Hanwa Addition lot split at 2500 SW Regional Airport Blvd
• Consent: Brightbox Condos large-scale development at 802 SE G Street

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Utility Board

The Utility Board will review several bids for infrastructure projects, including a large manhole rehabilitation program. The agenda also includes requests to waive competitive bidding for copper wire and a compost grinder.

• Bid award to Suncoast Infrastructure for $584,814.00 for sewer CIPP lining
• Bid award to Bennett, Inc. for $1,056,080.00 for manhole rehabilitation
• Bid award to Bennett, Inc. for $122,020.00 for pipe bursting
• Bid award to Bennett, Inc. for $342,471.80 for open cut pipe replacement
• Bid award to Chemtrade Chemicals US, LLC for 85,000 gallons of Aluminum Sulfate at $1.23 per gallon

The Bentonville Utility Board unanimously approved a revised water contract with Bella Vista Property Owners Association and awarded multiple bids for sanitary sewer improvements totaling over $2.1 million. All items passed 4-0 without budget adjustments. The board also waived competitive bidding for copper wire and a compost grinder.

• Approved ordinance waiving bids for 750 copper underground wire for health care campus (4-0)
• Approved resolution revising Bella Vista water contract (4-0)
• Approved bid award to Chemtrade for 85,000 gallons of aluminum sulfate (4-0)
• Approved ordinance waiving bid for direct replacement compost grinder (4-0)
• Approved bid award for CIPP lining to Suncoast Infrastructure for $584,814 (4-0)
• Approved bid award for pipe bursting to Bennett, Inc. for $122,020 (4-0)
• Approved bid award for open cut replacement to Bennett, Inc. for $342,471.80 (4-0)
• Approved bid award for manhole rehabilitation to Bennett, Inc. for $1,056,080 (4-0)

Public Art Advisory Board

The Public Art Advisory Board will consider approval of March 2026 minutes, discuss the Bentonville Bat unveiling event, murals at skate park, basketball courts, and a 'Hello' mural, and review new business on the Compton Sculpture and an artwork loan for the Adult Recreation Center. Project updates include the J and John DeShields Roundabout, and the board will note application deadlines for upcoming art opportunities.

• Bentonville Bat Unveiling Event (old business)
• Murals discussion: Skate Park, Basketball Courts, Hello
• Compton Sculpture (new business)
• Adult Recreation Center – Artwork Loan (new business)
• Application deadlines: Near the Pitch (Apr 29), Water Tower Rd Roundabout (May 27), America 250 (Jul 15)

Tree & Landscape Advisory Board

The Tree and Landscape Advisory Board will discuss the Tree Canopy Assessment and Reforestation Plan as old business. New business includes a after-action discussion of the Spring Tree Giveaway and the Landscape Awards. Parks and Planning updates will also be provided.

• Tree Canopy Assessment and Reforestation Plan
• Spring Tree Giveaway After-Action Discussion
• Landscape Awards
• Parks Updates
• Planning Updates

Combined Committee of the Whole & City Council

This combined meeting starts with a Committee of the Whole for information sharing, then moves to City Council for votes. The Council will consider eight rezoning requests to change properties from low-density single-family to downtown high-density residential, all recommended by the Planning Commission. Other action items include purchasing evidence storage for $159,064.84, fitness equipment for $107,392.13, and a 2026 cab and chassis for $120,978.00. Proclamations recognizing National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week and Animal Control Officer Appreciation Week will also be presented.

• Purchase of police evidence storage system from Patterson Pope, Inc. for $159,064.84
• Purchase of fitness equipment from Your Total Fitness Shop for Bentonville Community Center for $107,392.13
• Award of bid for 2026 4x4 cab and chassis with dump body, snow plow, and spreader for $120,978.00
• Public hearing and ordinance to vacate an alley right-of-way between Lot 76 and Lot 174 of Original Town of Bentonville
• Rezoning of 8 properties from R-1 to DN-3/4 and one to R-2, including 906 SE 10th St, 1813 SE Crouch St, 309 SE B St, 1105 Convair St, 2202/2204 Douglas St, 1005 Lockheed St, 1306 Lockheed St, 1202 Lockheed St, and north of SW Anglin Rd

The City Council approved all agenda items unanimously, including four rezonings from R-1 low-density single-family to downtown mixed-use or high-density residential, a lot split for Walmart Campus Phase 21, and a consent agenda covering 17 items (purchases, agreements, public hearings, appointments). One lot split passed 6-1 (Burckart abstaining).

• Approved rezoning 906, 908, 1000 SE 10th St to DN-4 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1813 SE Crouch St to DN-3 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 309 SE B St to DN-3 (7-0)
• Approved rezoning 1105 Convair St to DN-3 (7-0)
• Approved final plat Walmart Campus Phase 21 (7-0)
• Approved lot split at 2303 SW Birch St (6-1, Burckart abstain)
• Approved consent agenda including $159K evidence storage system (7-0)
• Approved alley right-of-way vacation (VAC26-0004) (7-0)

Finance Committee

General

Board of Adjustment

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on 13 rezoning proposals to convert low-density residential parcels to higher-density downtown residential (DN-3, DN-4) or mixed-use (C-3) zoning. Also up for discussion: a sidewalk waiver, conditional use permits for Bike Fest 2026 and the Bentonville Film Festival, and a Downtown Neighborhood Overlay District map ordinance. Consent agenda includes several lot splits and a plat approval.

• 13 rezoning requests (RZ26-0008 through RZ26-0016, RZ26-0020) from R-1 to DN-3/DN-4 or C-3, including properties on SE 10th Street, Crouch Street, B Street, Convair Street, Douglas Street, Lockheed Street, and SW 12th Street
• Downtown Neighborhood Overlay District map ordinance (advertised public hearing)
• Bike Fest 2026 conditional use permit for long-term temporary use at 1807 SW Second Street (CU26-0003)
• Bentonville Film Festival conditional use permit at 507 SE E Street / The Momentary (CU26-0004)
• Mattingly Sidewalk Waiver at 2902 NW 3rd Street (WAV26-0004)

Utility Board

Parks & Recreation Advisory Board

Traffic Safety and Signage Committee

The Traffic Safety and Signage Committee will hear four informational items: a request for a sidewalk and roundabout at NW 5th and Bella Vista Road, a petition for speed humps in Skyview subdivision, a school PTO request to close SW Liberty Ave for a race, and a rolling closure for a group bike ride. No votes are scheduled; the committee is gathering public input.

• Request for a sidewalk on the west side of Bella Vista Road at NW 5th Street and possible roundabout to improve pedestrian safety
• Petition from Skyview subdivision residents for speed humps on Lockheed and Convair streets to deter cut-through traffic
• Central Park Elementary PTO requests road closure on SW Liberty Ave for 'Gator Run' on April 10, 2026, with police officer at Hwy 112
• Rolling closure request for 'Chasin Payson' group ride with about 100 riders and a marshal plan

The committee tabled discussion of a sidewalk and roundabout at NW 5th & Bella Vista Road pending traffic counts. A request for speed humps in Skyview Subdivision was also tabled until traffic counts and a petition are completed. The committee approved a Gator Run race at Central Park Elementary on April 10, 2026, and a rolling closure for the Chasin Payson ride. All motions passed by voice vote with all in favor.

• Tabled NW 5th & Bella Vista sidewalk/roundabout discussion to collect traffic counts (voice vote all in favor)
• Tabled Skyview Subdivision speed hump request to collect traffic counts and petition (voice vote all in favor)
• Approved Gator Run race event at Central Park Elementary (voice vote all in favor)
• Approved Chasin Payson ride with rolling closure (voice vote all in favor)