Cabot public meetings in 2021

City Council

The City Council will consider an agreement with Table Rock Alerting Systems to update and install tornado sirens. The council will also review a resolution regarding federal funds for downtown sidewalk development.

• Ordinance No. 42 of 2021: Creating tax liens for code violation service costs (1st Reading)
• Resolution No. 57 of 2021: Utilizing Federal-Aid Transportation Alternatives Program funds for downtown sidewalks
• Resolution No. 58 of 2021: Agreement with Table Rock Alerting Systems for tornado siren installation
• Ordinance No. 40 of 2021: Amending Ordinance 33 of 2006 (2nd Reading)

The Cabot City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 40 of 2021, amending a 2006 ordinance, and Ordinance 42 of 2021, creating tax liens on properties with code violations. They also passed resolutions to use federal funds for downtown sidewalks and to contract with Table Rock Alerting Systems for tornado sirens. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 40 of 2021 amending Ordinance 33 of 2006 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 42 of 2021 creating tax liens for code violation services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 57 of 2021 for federal-aid sidewalk development (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 58 of 2021 authorizing tornado siren agreement with Table Rock Alerting Systems (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 13, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at Veterans Park Event Center. The council will consider two ordinances on first reading: one to amend Ordinance 33 of 2006 (details not specified) and one to adopt the Cabot Fire Department Handbook. They will also consider a resolution authorizing the mayor and clerk-treasurer to enter into a real property lease agreement. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Jessica Saum, approval of minutes from previous meetings, and community input.

• Ordinance No. 40 of 2021 (1st reading) to amend Ordinance 33 of 2006
• Ordinance No. 41 of 2021 (1st reading) to adopt the Cabot Fire Department Handbook
• Resolution No. 56 of 2021 authorizing lease of real property
• Proclamation presented to Jessica Saum
• Approval of minutes from November 15 and November 29, 2021

The Cabot City Council approved the fire department handbook and authorized a real property lease agreement. The council also approved minutes from two prior meetings and read two ordinances, one of which was tabled for further consideration.

• Approved minutes of November 15 Council Meeting (6-0)
• Approved minutes of November 29 Council Meeting (6-0)
• Approved reading of legislation by title only (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 41 of 2021, adopting the Cabot Fire Department Handbook (6-0)
• Adopted the emergency clause for Ordinance 41 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 56 of 2021, authorizing a real property lease agreement (6-0)
• First reading of Ordinance 40 of 2021, no action taken

City Council

The Cabot City Council work session will consider a resolution authorizing the mayor and clerk-treasurer to enter into a lease agreement with Greystone Centre LLC for a 1,500-square-foot space at 15506 Highway 5, Cabot, AR, to be used as a police substation. The council will also review an ordinance to adopt the Cabot Fire Department Handbook. The meeting includes committee reports and general community input.

• Resolution to authorize lease for police substation at Greystone Centre, 15506 Highway 5, Cabot, AR
• Lease term: 36 months (Jan 1, 2022 – Dec 31, 2024), with monthly rent starting at $1,356.25 and increasing annually
• Ordinance to adopt the Cabot Fire Department Handbook
• Lease includes one 3-year renewal option with rent up to $1,856.25 per month

The Cabot City Council held a work session with no final decisions, only agenda-setting actions. It voted 4-0 to place a resolution authorizing a lease for a police substation on the next meeting's agenda, and voted 4-0 to place an ordinance adopting the Fire Department Handbook on the next agenda. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Placed police substation lease resolution on next meeting agenda (4-0)
• Placed Fire Department Handbook ordinance on next meeting agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will meet to discuss new business, specifically focusing on the adoption of Resolution No. 55 of 2021. This resolution proposes the annual operating budget for the 2022 calendar year.

• Resolution No. 55 of 2021: Adoption of the 2022 annual operating budget

The Cabot City Council held a special meeting on November 29, 2021, and unanimously approved Resolution No. 55 of 2021, adopting the annual operating budget for calendar year 2022. The council also unanimously passed a motion to read legislation by title only. No other business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution No. 55 of 2021, approving the 2022 annual operating budget, by unanimous roll call vote.
• Passed a motion to read legislation by title only, by unanimous roll call vote.

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a third reading of Ordinance No. 38 of 2021, which amends a prior ordinance. The council will also consider two resolutions: one authorizing an application for BRIC grant funds to the State of Arkansas, and another authorizing the mayor and clerk-treasurer to purchase real property and amend the 2021 budget. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and community input.

• Ordinance No. 38 of 2021 (3rd reading) to amend Ordinance No. 31 of 2019
• Resolution No. 53 of 2021 authorizing BRIC grant application to State of Arkansas
• Resolution No. 54 of 2021 authorizing purchase of real property and budget amendment
• Approval of minutes from last meeting
• Community input period

The Cabot City Council met on November 15, 2021, and unanimously approved three items: an ordinance amending a prior zoning ordinance, a resolution to apply for BRIC grant funds, and a resolution authorizing a real property purchase and budget amendment. All votes were 7-0. A citizen raised concerns about the Lakewood Subdivision entrance on Highway 321, and officials discussed a correction plan.

• Adopted Ordinance 38 of 2021 amending Ordinance 31 of 2019 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 53 of 2021 authorizing BRIC grant application to State of Arkansas (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 54 of 2021 authorizing real property purchase and amending 2021 budget (7-0)

City Council

The City Council meeting includes second readings of two ordinances regarding existing code amendments and the Unified Development Code. The agenda also features a mayoral presentation to recognize Berklee Turner.

• Ordinance No. 38 of 2021: Second reading to amend Ordinance No. 31 of 2019
• Ordinance No. 39 of 2021: Second reading to repeal certain sections of the Code of Cabot and amend the Unified Development Code
• Mayoral presentation of a Letter of Recognition, State Flag, and Congressional Coin to Berklee Turner

The Cabot City Council held a regular meeting on November 1, 2021, with all members present except Michael Jones. The council adopted Ordinance No. 39 of 2021, which repeals certain sections of the Cabot code and amends sections of the Unified Development Code, by a 7-0 vote. Ordinance No. 38 of 2021, amending Ordinance 31 of 2019, was read for the second time but no action was taken. The meeting also included a proclamation recognizing Berklee Turner Day.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 39 of 2021 to repeal certain code sections and amend the Unified Development Code (7-0)
• Suspended the third reading of Ordinance No. 39 of 2021 (7-0)
• Read Ordinance No. 38 of 2021 for the second time; no action taken
• Approved motion to read legislation by title only (unanimous)
• Presented proclamation declaring November 1 as Berklee Turner Day

City Council

This work session meeting includes a report on Planning Commission activities from April to September 2021 and a discussion regarding property acquisition for bond use. The council will also review the 2021 and 2022 calendars.

• Planning Commission update including two rezones, eight final plats, and six site plans
• Proposed rezoning of property behind New Life Church on Hwy 89 from R-1 to R-4M
• Proposed rezoning of 454 Diederich Lane from R-1 to O-1
• Discussion of property acquisition for bond use by Mayor Ken Kincade
• Review of amendments to the Unified Development Code regarding land use fees and fireworks

The Cabot City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They changed several 2021-2022 meeting dates, including moving the December 6 meeting to December 13. The mayor reported that franchise fee bonds closed, contracts for two properties were signed, and a new fire chief was appointed.

• Moved 12/6 meeting to 12/13
• Moved 1/17 meeting to 1/24
• Moved 2/21 meeting to 2/28
• Moved 7/4 meeting to 7/11
• Moved 9/5 meeting to 9/12
• Appointed Chad Moore as fire chief

City Council

The City Council will hold its first readings for Ordinance No. 38 of 2021 and Ordinance No. 39 of 2021. The Mayor will also present a proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week.

• Ordinance No. 38 of 2021: Amendment to Ordinance No. 31 of 2019 (1st Reading)
• Ordinance No. 39 of 2021: Repeal of certain Code of Cabot sections and amendment to Unified Development Code (1st Reading)
• Proclamation for Chamber of Commerce Week presented to Sarah Brown and Chamber Staff

The Cabot City Council met on October 18, 2021, and conducted routine business. Two ordinances (No. 38 and No. 39 of 2021) were read for the first time, but no action was taken on either. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Motion to read legislation by title only passed unanimously
• Ordinance No. 38 of 2021 (amending Ordinance 31 of 2019) first reading, no action
• Ordinance No. 39 of 2021 (repealing sections of code, amending UDC) first reading, no action

City Council

The Cabot City Council approved two ordinances and one resolution. Ordinance 36 created tax liens on properties with code violations. Ordinance 37 authorized the issuance of sales and use tax bonds, with $71.7 million sold that morning at a 2.67% average interest rate; remaining bonds for broadband will be issued in 2022. Resolution 52 authorized spending from the Community and Economic Development Fund, passed 6-1.

• Approved Ordinance 36 creating tax liens for code violation costs (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 37 authorizing $71.7M sales and use tax bonds (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 52 authorizing Community and Economic Development Fund expenditure (6-1)
• Approved minutes of September 7 and September 20 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council work session placed three items on the agenda for the upcoming council meeting: a proposed food truck ordinance amendment, a tax lien ordinance, and a resolution authorizing an incentive agreement for a new Holiday Inn Express. No final decisions were made; all items were only moved to the agenda.

• Placed proposed food truck ordinance on council agenda (3-0)
• Placed tax lien ordinance on council agenda (3-0)
• Placed hotel incentive resolution on council agenda (3-0)

City Council

The Cabot City Council unanimously adopted ordinances amending the Unified Development Code (Nos. 25-27), establishing a new land use permit fee schedule (No. 28), certifying tax liens on two properties (Nos. 31-32), setting 2022 millage rates (No. 33), and establishing new disbursement conditions for the Community and Economic Development Fund (No. 35). The council also approved, by a 7-1 vote, the issuance of franchise fee revenue bonds (No. 34) to fund the purchase of 805 W. Main and City Hall renovations, and passed a resolution (No. 51) authorizing the purchase of that property, with a 5-3 vote.

• Adopted Ordinance 25-2021 amending UDC Article IV §4.8 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 26-2021 amending UDC Article V §5.3 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 27-2021 amending UDC Articles IV §4.10 and V §5.4 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 28-2021 establishing new land use permit fee schedule (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 31-2021 certifying tax lien on 510 South Jackson St. (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 32-2021 certifying tax lien on 38 Oak Meadows Dr. (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 33-2021 setting 2022 millage tax rates (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 34-2021 authorizing franchise fee revenue bonds, 7-1 vote

City Council

The Cabot City Council approved Ordinance No. 24 of 2021, which permits council members, officials, and municipal employees to do business with the city, and adopted an emergency clause. The council also approved several resolutions, including premium pay for certain employees from American Rescue Plan funds, a change order for refurbishing Fire Department Engine 1, authorizing ARPA funds to the Cabot Water and Wastewater Commission, and applying for BRIC grant funds. However, Ordinance No. 30 of 2021, which would have redistricted city wards, failed to pass with a 0-7 vote. Five other ordinances (Nos. 25-28 and 29) were read for the first time with no action taken, except Ordinance No. 29, which was adopted to confirm tax liens for code violation services.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 24 of 2021 (7-0) to permit council members, officials, and employees to do business with the city, including an emergency clause.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 29 of 2021 (7-0) to confirm tax liens on properties for code violation services, with an emergency clause.
• Failed to adopt Ordinance No. 30 of 2021 (0-7) for ward redistricting.
• Adopted Resolution No. 47 of 2021 (7-0) for premium pay to certain employees from American Rescue Plan funds.
• Adopted Resolution No. 48 of 2021 (7-0) approving a change order for refurbishing Fire Department Engine 1.
• Adopted Resolution No. 49 of 2021 (7-0) authorizing ARPA funds to the Cabot Water and Wastewater Commission.
• Adopted Resolution No. 50 of 2021 (7-0) authorizing application for BRIC grant funds.
• Approved minutes of August 16 regular meeting and motion to read legislation by title only (both unanimous).

City Council

The Cabot City Council held a work session on September 7, 2021, and moved six items to the next council meeting for formal consideration. No final decisions were made; all actions were procedural motions to advance items. Items included ordinances on council member business dealings, tax liens, ward redistricting, ARPA funds for waterworks, a BRIC grant application, and premium pay for employees, plus a fire engine change order.

• Moved ordinance on council member business dealings to next meeting (3-0)
• Moved ordinance on tax liens to next meeting (3-0)
• Moved ordinance on ward redistricting to next meeting (3-0)
• Moved resolution on ARPA funds for waterworks to next meeting (3-0)
• Moved resolution on BRIC grant application to next meeting (4-0)
• Moved resolution on premium pay to next meeting (2-0)
• Moved resolution on fire engine change order to next meeting (4-0)

City Council

The Cabot City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 17 of 2021, rezoning a property from R-1 to R-4M with special use. They also approved three resolutions: two authorizing engineering agreements with Halff Associates for Locust Street and Dakota Extension projects, and one amending the 2021 general fund budget. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Ordinance 17 of 2021 rezoning property from R-1 to R-4M with special use (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 44 of 2021 authorizing Halff Associates agreement for Locust Street engineering design and survey (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 45 of 2021 authorizing Halff Associates agreement for Dakota Extension engineering design and survey (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 46 of 2021 amending the 2021 general fund budget (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold the second reading of Ordinance No. 17 of 2021 to rezone approximately 20.13 acres on West Main from R-1 to R-4M with special use, following a Planning Commission recommendation. The council will also take first readings on a tax lien certification for 12 Burns Drive and an emergency ordinance amending city code, plus consider appointing David Butler to the Water and Wastewater Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes from June 21 and July 6, 2021, and community input.

• Ordinance No. 17 of 2021: Rezone 20.13 acres on West Main from R-1 to R-4M with special use (2nd reading)
• Ordinance No. 22 of 2021: Certify a tax lien against property at 12 Burns Drive (1st reading)
• Ordinance No. 23 of 2021: Amend sections of the Cabot Code, declaring an emergency (1st reading)
• Resolution No. 43 of 2021: Appoint David Butler to the Cabot Water and Wastewater Commission
• Approval of minutes from June 21 and July 6, 2021 meetings

The Cabot City Council met on July 19, 2021, and took several actions. It adopted Ordinance No. 22 of 2021 to certify a tax lien on property at 12 Burns Drive, and Ordinance No. 23 of 2021 to amend city code sections, both with emergency clauses. The council also adopted Resolution No. 43 of 2021, appointing David Butler to the Cabot Water and Wastewater Commission. An ordinance to rezone property from R-1 to R-4M with special use was read but no action was taken, and it was placed on the agenda for the August 2 meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 22 of 2021, certifying a tax lien on property at 12 Burns Drive, with unanimous vote.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 23 of 2021, amending city code sections, including an emergency clause, with unanimous vote.
• Adopted Resolution No. 43 of 2021, appointing David Butler to the Cabot Water and Wastewater Commission, with unanimous vote.
• Approved minutes of the June 21 and July 6 regular meetings, with unanimous votes.
• Approved reading of legislation by title only, with unanimous vote.
• Read Ordinance No. 17 of 2021 (rezoning from R-1 to R-4M with special use) but took no action; placed on August 2 agenda.

City Council

The Cabot City Council is holding a work session to discuss and prepare for votes on several items, including food truck code amendments, a state grant application for recreational facilities, confirmation of property tax liens, appointments to the planning commission, an annexation, disposal of city property, and a memorandum of understanding with American Legion Post 71. The meeting includes committee reports and community input periods.

• Discussion of upcoming code amendments for food trucks
• Resolution to apply to Arkansas Dept. of Parks, Heritage and Tourism for recreational facility assistance
• Ordinance confirming tax liens totaling $1,369.50 on 7 properties (e.g., 15 Mallard Cove, 410 Waymack Drive)
• Ordinance appointing James Knaack and reappointing Matt Moudy to the Planning Commission
• Ordinance accepting annexation of Lot 1, The Woodlands at Hunters Chase

The Cabot City Council held a work session and voted to send several items to the full council, including a 50/50 grant application for parks, legislation creating tax liens for unpaid grass cuts, appointments to the Planning Commission, annexation of Lot 1 Woodlands, disposal of certain city items, and an agreement with American Legion Post #71. No final ordinances were passed; all actions were motions to forward items for future council votes.

• Approved sending 50/50 grant application to AR Dept. of Parks, Heritage and Tourism (4-0)
• Approved sending legislation for tax liens on unpaid grass cuts to full council (4-0)
• Approved sending James Knaack appointment to Planning Commission to full council (4-0)
• Approved sending Matt Moudy reappointment to Planning Commission to full council (4-0)
• Approved sending annexation of Lot 1 Woodlands to full council (4-0)
• Approved sending disposal of certain city items to full council (4-0)
• Approved sending agreement with American Legion Post #71 to full council (3-0)

City Council

The Cabot City Council is meeting to hold first readings on several ordinances and resolutions, including a rezoning from R-1 to R-4M with special use, confirmation of tax liens for code violation cleanup costs, appointments to the Planning Commission, annexation of Lot 1 at The Woodlands at Hunters Chase, a state recreation grant application, disposal of city property, and an agreement with American Legion Post #71. The agenda also includes a presentation to an Eagle Scout recipient and community input.

• Ordinance 17: Rezone property from R-1 to R-4M with special use (1st reading)
• Ordinance 18: Confirm tax liens for code violation cleanup costs (1st reading)
• Ordinance 19: Appoint James Knaack to Planning Commission (1st reading)
• Ordinance 21: Annex Lot 1, The Woodlands at Hunters Chase (1st reading)
• Resolution 40: Apply to Arkansas Dept. of Parks, Heritage and Tourism for recreation facility funds

The Cabot City Council adopted Ordinance No. 18 of 2021, creating tax liens on properties for code violation cleanup costs, and Ordinance No. 21 of 2021, annexing Lot 1 of The Woodlands at Hunters Chase. It also appointed James Knaack and reappointed Matt Moudy to the Planning Commission, and approved resolutions for a parks grant application, disposal of city property, and an agreement with American Legion Post #71. A rezoning ordinance (No. 17) received only a first reading with no action.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 18 of 2021, creating tax liens for code violation cleanup costs (unanimous).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 21 of 2021, annexing Lot 1 of The Woodlands at Hunters Chase (unanimous).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 19 of 2021, appointing James Knaack to the Planning Commission (7-1, Webber no).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 20 of 2021, reappointing Matt Moudy to the Planning Commission (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution No. 40 of 2021, authorizing a parks grant application to Arkansas Dept. of Parks, Heritage and Tourism (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution No. 41 of 2021, approving disposal of specified city property (unanimous).
• Adopted Resolution No. 42 of 2021, authorizing agreement with American Legion Post #71 (unanimous).
• Ordinance No. 17 of 2021 (rezoning from R-1 to R-4M w/special use) received first reading; no action taken.

City Council

The Cabot City Council is meeting to consider four resolutions, including reappointing members to city commissions, authorizing a broadband feasibility study with First Electric Cooperative, and expressing support for federal funding for a Highway 321 sidewalk project. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and community input.

• Resolution 36: Reappoint Richard Gray to Cabot Water and Wastewater Commission
• Resolution 37: Reappoint Bryan Knowles to Advertising and Promotion Commission
• Resolution 38: Authorize agreement with First Electric Cooperative for broadband feasibility study, waive professional services selection, amend 2021 budget
• Resolution 39: Express willingness to use federal Transportation Alternatives Program funds for Highway 321 sidewalk project

The Cabot City Council unanimously approved four resolutions, including authorizing an agreement with First Electric Cooperative for a broadband feasibility study, reappointing Richard Gray to the Water and Wastewater Commission and Brian Knowles to the Advertising and Promotion Commission, and expressing willingness to use federal funds for the Highway 321 sidewalk project. Minutes from the May 17 and June 7 meetings were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 36, reappointing Richard Gray to the Water and Wastewater Commission
• Approved Resolution 37, reappointing Brian Knowles to the Advertising and Promotion Commission
• Approved Resolution 38, authorizing a broadband feasibility study agreement with First Electric Cooperative
• Approved Resolution 39, expressing willingness to use federal-aid funds for the Highway 321 sidewalk project
• Approved minutes from the May 17 and June 7 council meetings

City Council

The Cabot City Council is holding a work session to receive updates and community input on various municipal matters. Key items include an update on the purchase of properties at 805 and 905 West Main, a community and economic development report, and open input periods for several committees.

• Update on 805 and 905 West Main purchase
• Community and Economic Development Report by Alicia Wilmoth and AEDC
• Community input for Municipal Services, Budget & Personnel, Police & Fire, Community Development, and Military Affairs

The Cabot City Council held a work session with no formal votes. They discussed the purchase of 805 and 905 West Main, with offers sent as directed. Fireworks regulations were discussed, with a desire to revisit legislation for approved times and sales. The police department received a $153,270 federal grant for equipment, requiring a $17,030 city match. No action was taken on any item.

• Discussed purchase of 805 and 905 West Main; offers sent as directed
• Discussed fireworks regulations; no action taken
• Noted police eCrash Federal Grant of $153,270 with $17,030 city match; no action

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting on June 7, 2021, with several first readings of ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a rezoning request, a permit for an official to do business with the city, a dump truck purchase, and design contracts for streetscape and police equipment. The meeting also includes recognition of Eagle Scout recipients and community input.

• Ordinance No. 14: Permit Louis Cimino to do business with the city (1st reading)
• Ordinance No. 15: Rezone part of 454 Diederich Lane from R-1 to O-1 (1st reading)
• Ordinance No. 16: Authorize agreement with Red River Dodge for a 4WD dump truck (1st reading)
• Resolution No. 34: Agreement with HALFF Associates for West Main Street streetscape and 2nd Street sidewalk design
• Resolution No. 35: Agreement with Howard Technology/Solutions for police vehicle equipment

The Cabot City Council unanimously approved several ordinances and resolutions, including allowing council members, officials, and employees to do business with the city (specifically Louis Cimino), rezoning 454 Diederich Lane from R-1 to O-1, authorizing a dump truck purchase from Red River Dodge, and entering into agreements for design services and police equipment. All votes were unanimous.

• Adopted Ordinance 14 of 2021 permitting council members, officials, and employees to do business with the city, specifically Louis Cimino (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 15 of 2021 rezoning 454 Diederich Lane from R-1 to O-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 16 of 2021 authorizing agreement with Red River Dodge for a 4WD regular cab dump truck (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 34 of 2021 authorizing agreement with Halff Associates for design services for West Main Street streetscape and 28th Street sidewalk improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 35 of 2021 authorizing agreement with Howard Technology Solutions for police department equipment and installation, amending the 2021 budget (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will vote on an ordinance to waive competitive bidding and authorize an agreement with White River Flooring & Home Finishes, and on two resolutions expressing willingness to use federal funds for mountain bike trails off Willie Ray Drive and a sidewalk project on Highway 321. The agenda also includes routine items like approving minutes and receiving reports from city commissions and departments.

• Ordinance No. 13 of 2021: Authorizes agreement with White River Flooring & Home Finishes and waives competitive bidding
• Resolution No. 32 of 2021: Expresses willingness to use federal Transportation Alternatives Program funds for mountain bike trails off Willie Ray Drive
• Resolution No. 33 of 2021: Expresses willingness to use federal Transportation Alternatives Program funds for Highway 321 sidewalk project
• Approval of minutes from April 19 and May 3, 2021 meetings
• Community input period

The Cabot City Council approved Ordinance No. 13 of 2021, authorizing an agreement with White River Flooring & Home Finishes and waiving competitive bidding, with an emergency clause. It also adopted resolutions supporting federal funding for mountain bike trails off Willie Ray Drive and the Highway 321 sidewalk project, the latter passing 7-1. All other actions were routine approvals of minutes and procedural motions.

• Approved Ordinance No. 13 of 2021 (White River Flooring agreement, waive bidding) unanimously
• Adopted emergency clause for Ordinance No. 13 unanimously
• Adopted Resolution No. 32 of 2021 (mountain bike trails off Willie Ray Drive) unanimously
• Adopted Resolution No. 33 of 2021 (Highway 321 sidewalk project) 7-1, Waymack no
• Approved minutes of April 19 and May 3 meetings unanimously

City Council

The Cabot City Council will consider eight resolutions, including agreements for drainage improvements and overlay projects, a change order for Main Street Streetscape Phase III, approval to destroy outdated documents, condemnation of two structures, a budget amendment, and the purchase of property at 805 & 905 West Main. The meeting also includes old business, new business, and community input.

• Resolution 24: Agreement with Wooster Construction for Mountain Springs drainage improvements
• Resolution 25: Agreement with Rogers Group for overlay projects
• Resolution 26: Change order for Main Street Streetscape Phase III
• Resolution 28 & 29: Condemnation of structures at 510 South Jackson and 38 Oak Meadows Drive
• Resolution 31: Purchase of real property at 805 & 905 West Main

The Cabot City Council unanimously approved eight resolutions, including agreements for drainage improvements and overlay projects, a change order for the Main Street Streetscape Phase III, condemnation of two structures, a budget amendment, and a resolution to purchase properties at 805 & 905 W. Main, amended to require voter approval of the 2021 bond issue. One citizen raised concerns about the property purchase, and a Facebook question clarified that only portions of parking lots are included.

• Adopted Resolution 24 authorizing agreement with Wooster Construction for Mountain Springs drainage improvements (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 25 authorizing agreement with Rogers Group for overlay projects (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26 approving change order for Main Street Streetscape Phase III (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 27 approving destruction of outdated documents (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 28 condemning structure at 510 South Jackson St. as public nuisance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 29 condemning structure at 38 Oak Meadows Drive as public nuisance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 30 amending 2020 operating budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 31 as amended to purchase 805 & 905 W. Main, contingent on 2021 bond issue passage (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold a work session to discuss and potentially vote on several resolutions, including authorizing agreements for drainage improvements and overlay projects, approving a change order for the Main Street Streetscape Phase III project, and approving the destruction of outdated city documents. The council will also consider condemning two properties as harmful structures and authorizing the purchase of property at 805 & 905 West Main for $2.9 million. Community input will be taken for several committees.

• Resolution to authorize agreement with Wooster Construction Co., LLC for Mountain Springs Drainage Improvements (low bid $122,264)
• Resolution to authorize agreement with Rogers Group, Inc. for 2021 Overlays (low bid $171,285.50)
• Resolution approving change order for Main Street Streetscape Phase III project (CE documentation $13,601)
• Condemnation of 510 South Jackson Street and 38 Oak Meadows Drive as harmful structures
• Resolution to authorize agreement with Dover Holding, LLC to purchase property at 805 & 905 West Main for $2,900,000

The Cabot City Council held a work session where committees voted to place several items on the upcoming Council Meeting agenda. These included agreements with Wooster Construction Co. and Rogers Group, a change order for Streetscape Phase III, legislation to destroy outdated documents, condemnation of two properties, and purchase of 805 and 905 West Main. No final decisions were made; all items were only moved to the agenda.

• Placed Wooster Construction Co. agreement on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed Rogers Group overlay agreement on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed Streetscape Phase III environmental study change order on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed outdated document destruction legislation on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed condemnation of 510 South Jackson on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed condemnation of 38 Oak Meadow Drive on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed purchase of 805 and 905 West Main on Council agenda (4-0)
• Placed 2020 budget amendment on Council agenda (4-0)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will consider four resolutions, including one to fund services from CTS Services, Inc., two to condemn structures as public nuisances, and one to approve a change order for turn lane improvements. The council will also hold a hearing on an appeal of the Planning Commission's denial of the final plat for Lakewood Subdivision Phase II-A, Lots 71-99, which was denied due to outstanding items and a lack of a second access to Hwy 321.

• Resolution 20 of 2021: Authorize use of Community and Economic Development Fund to pay CTS Services, Inc. and amend 2021 budget
• Resolution 21 of 2021: Declare structure at 310 West Cherry Street a public nuisance and condemn it
• Resolution 22 of 2021: Declare structure at 204 Ray Street a public nuisance and condemn it
• Resolution 23 of 2021: Approve change order for turn lane improvements at Elm Street and 2nd Street
• Hearing on appeal of Planning Commission denial of final plat for Lakewood Subdivision Phase II-A, Lots 71-99

The Cabot City Council upheld the Planning Commission's denial of the final plat for Lakewood Subdivision Phase II-A, Lots 71-99, after a public hearing. The council also adopted four resolutions, including funding for CTS Services, condemning two structures as public nuisances, and approving a change order for turn lane improvements. Minutes from prior meetings were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Resolution 20 of 2021 authorizing use of Community and Economic Development Fund for CTS Services (7-0-1, Webber abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 21 of 2021 condemning structure at 31 West Cherry Street as public nuisance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 22 of 2021 condemning structure at 204 Ray Street as public nuisance (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 23 of 2021 approving change order for Elm Street and 2nd Street turn lane improvements (unanimous)
• Upheld Planning Commission denial of final plat for Lakewood Subdivision Phase II-A, Lots 71-99 (6-1-1, Waymack no, Reid abstained)
• Approved minutes of March 15 and April 5 meetings (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 5, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. at Veterans Park Event Center. The main business includes final readings of two rezoning ordinances and a resolution to waive the service weapon award policy. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the March 29 State of the City meeting and community input.

• Ordinance No. 8 of 2021: Rezone part of SE 1/4, SW 1/4, Section 19 (Campground Road) from R-1 to R-2 (3rd reading)
• Ordinance No. 9 of 2021: Rezone part of S 1/2, Section 19 (South Pine Street) from R-1 to C-2 General Commercial (3rd reading)
• Resolution No. 18 of 2021: Authorize waiver of Service Weapon Award Policy
• Approval of March 29, 2021 Council Minutes from State of the City

The Cabot City Council voted 4-3 to reject Ordinance No. 8 of 2021, which would have rezoned part of Campground Road from R-1 to R-2. The council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 9 of 2021, rezoning part of South Pine Street from R-1 to C-2 General Commercial. Two resolutions were also passed unanimously: one waiving the service weapon award policy and one authorizing a vehicle purchase agreement with Red River Auto Group.

• Rejected Ordinance No. 8 of 2021, rezoning Campground Road from R-1 to R-2 (4-3)
• Approved Ordinance No. 9 of 2021, rezoning South Pine Street from R-1 to C-2 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 18 of 2021, waiving service weapon award policy (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 19 of 2021, authorizing vehicle purchase from Red River Auto Group (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 29, 2021 Special Meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council work session on April 5, 2021, was held at the Veterans Park Event Center. The Municipal Services Committee agreed to hold a hearing on April 19, 2021, to address a developer's appeal of a Planning Commission denial, as outlined in the UDC. The Police & Fire Committee voted to place a waiver of the Weapon Award Policy on the next Council meeting agenda, to allow awarding a service weapon to a recent retiree who did not meet the consecutive service requirement. No action was taken by the Budget & Personnel or Military Affairs committees.

• Scheduled a hearing for April 19, 2021, to consider a developer's appeal of a Planning Commission denial.
• Voted to place a waiver of the Weapon Award Policy on the next Council meeting agenda.
• Received the Planning Commission's first quarter update.
• Received Cabot WaterWorks' first quarter report.
• Heard a report on the March 20, 2021, city-wide cleanup effort.

City Council

The Cabot City Council will vote on Ordinance 12 of 2021, which calls a special election on August 10, 2021, to ask voters to approve issuing up to $103,185,000 in capital improvement bonds and a replacement 1% sales and use tax. The bonds would fund broadband, streets, drainage, police, fire, early warning, animal services, park, and public health improvements, plus refund existing 2013 and 2016 bonds. The tax would replace the current 1% tax and would not increase the rate. The meeting also includes the State of the City address and other ceremonial items.

• Vote on Ordinance 12 of 2021 calling special election for $103,185,000 in bonds
• Bond funds: $23,830,000 broadband, $10,835,000 streets, $10,835,000 drainage, $3,255,000 police, $2,605,000 fire, $275,000 early warning, $4,230,000 animal services, $21,775,000 parks, $545,000 public health, $24,835,000 refunding
• Levy of replacement 1% sales and use tax to retire bonds
• Special election set for August 10, 2021
• State of the City address by Mayor Ken Kincade

The Cabot City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 12 of 2021, calling a special election on issuing bonds under Amendment 62 to refinance and finance capital improvements, funded by a 1% sales and use tax. The motion to suspend the second and third readings and the motion to adopt both passed unanimously by roll call vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:52 p.m.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 12 of 2021 calling special election on bond issue (unanimous)
• Suspended second and third reading of Ordinance No. 12 (unanimous)
• Approved reading of legislation by title only (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council held a work session to discuss the proposed 2021 bond issue projects, combining several items from the February 22 town hall wish list per bond counsel's advice. No formal votes were taken; the discussion covered nine project categories totaling about $92 million, including refunding existing bonds, internet infrastructure, road repair, police and fire improvements, tornado sirens, animal shelter, and parks. Council members requested possible changes, such as adding $4 million to road repair, renaming the animal shelter project, and splitting parks projects for individual votes, which the mayor agreed to take back to bond counsel.

• Discussed combined 2021 bond projects totaling $92,050,000 with no objections to most items
• Mayor Kincade to ask Stephens, Inc. about adding $4 million to road repair/overlays
• Road repair funds to be split approximately 50/50 between overlays and road repair
• Council requested renaming the animal shelter project to better reflect its purpose
• Council asked about splitting parks projects for individual voter consideration; mayor to re-ask bond counsel
• Mayor to consult bond counsel on how to handle vacant property purchase on the ballot

City Council

The Cabot City Council will review a third reading of an ordinance to amend the Unified Development Code. The council will also hold second readings for rezoning requests on Campground Road and South Pine Street.

• Ordinance No. 6 of 2021: Amendment to Article IV of the Unified Development Code (3rd Reading)
• Ordinance No. 8 of 2021: Rezoning part of Section 19 (Campground Road) from R-1 to R-2 (2nd Reading)
• Ordinance No. 9 of 2021: Rezoning part of Section 19 (South Pine Street) from R-1 to C-2 (2nd Reading)
• Resolution No. 14 of 2021: Approval for destruction of outdated Fire Department documents
• Resolution No. 15 of 2021: Designating certain services as professional services

The Cabot City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 6 of 2021 amending the Unified Development Code, and Resolutions No. 14-16 approving destruction of outdated fire department documents, designating professional services, and amending the 2021 operating budget. Resolution No. 17, authorizing use of the Community and Economic Development Fund to pay for a Community Economic Development Director, passed 7-1 with Council Member Waymack voting no. Two rezoning ordinances (No. 8 and No. 9) received second readings with no action taken.

• Approved minutes of February 22 and March 1 meetings unanimously.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 6 of 2021 amending the Unified Development Code unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution No. 14 of 2021 approving destruction of outdated fire department documents unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution No. 15 of 2021 designating certain services as professional services unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution No. 16 of 2021 amending the 2021 operating budget unanimously.
• Adopted Resolution No. 17 of 2021 authorizing use of Community and Economic Development Fund for a director, 7-1 (Waymack no).
• Took no action on Ordinance No. 8 (rezoning Campground Road) and Ordinance No. 9 (rezoning South Pine Street) after second readings.

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting on March 1, 2021, with several rezoning ordinances and resolutions on the agenda. They will consider final approval of a rezoning on South Pine Street, a second reading of a development code amendment, and first readings for three other rezoning requests. The council will also vote on resolutions to condemn two structures as public nuisances and appoint a member to the Advertising and Promotion Commission.

• Ordinance No. 5 (3rd reading): Rezone part of NE 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec 19 (South Pine Street) from C-2/R-1 to R-4H
• Ordinance No. 8 (1st reading): Rezone part of SE 1/4, SW 1/4, Sec 19 (Campground Road) from R-1 to R-2
• Ordinance No. 9 (1st reading): Rezone part of S 1/2, Sec 19 (South Pine Street) from R-1 to C-2 General Commercial
• Ordinance No. 10 (1st reading): Rezone 801-906 Eagle Street from R-1 to R-4 Single Family
• Ordinance No. 11 (1st reading): Authorize agreement with CTS Services Inc., waiving competitive bidding

The Cabot City Council adopted Ordinance No. 5 of 2021, rezoning part of South Pine Street from C-2/R-1 to R-4H, with a 6-2 vote. The council also approved several other items, including rezoning Eagle Street to R-4, authorizing an agreement with CTS Services, Inc., condemning two structures as public nuisances, and appointing Bryan Williamson to the Advertising and Promotion Commission. Several other rezoning ordinances were introduced but not acted upon.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 5 of 2021, rezoning South Pine Street to R-4H (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 10 of 2021, rezoning 801-906 Eagle Street to R-4 (unanimous)
• Authorized agreement with CTS Services, Inc., waiving competitive bidding (7-0-1, Webber abstained)
• Adopted Resolution No. 11 of 2021, condemning structure at 12 Burns Drive as public nuisance (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 12 of 2021, condemning structure at 2008 North Second Street as public nuisance (8-0)
• Appointed Bryan Williamson to Advertising and Promotion Commission (8-0)

City Council

The Cabot City Council work session will consider an agreement with CTS Services, Inc. for a Household Hazardous Waste collection event at an estimated cost of $20,790.08, and will discuss condemning two properties as harmful structures. The council will also consider appointing Bryan Williamson to the Advertising and Promotion Commission. Other committees will take public input on budget, police, fire, community development, and military affairs.

• Agreement with CTS Services, Inc. for Household Hazardous Waste collection and disposal, estimated $20,790.08
• Condemnation of 12 Burns Drive as harmful structure
• Condemnation of 2008 North 2nd Street as harmful structure
• Appointment of Bryan Williamson to Advertising and Promotion Commission

The Municipal Services Committee voted unanimously to recommend council approval of a contract with CTS Services, Inc. for the March 20, 2021 household hazardous waste cleanup, waiving bids due to cost variables. The committee also voted to recommend condemnation of 12 Burns Drive and 2008 North 2nd Street after property owners failed to respond to notices, and to recommend Bryan Williamson's appointment to the Advertising and Promotion Commission. All items are scheduled for a vote at the March 1 council meeting. Other committees had no agenda items and took no action.

• Recommended approval of CTS Services, Inc. contract for 2021 cleanup day, with bid waiver, for March 20 vote
• Recommended condemnation of 12 Burns Drive for March 1 council vote
• Recommended condemnation of 2008 North 2nd Street for March 1 council vote
• Recommended Bryan Williamson's appointment to Advertising and Promotion Commission for March 1 vote
• No action taken by Budget & Personnel, Police & Fire, Community Development, or Military Affairs committees

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting, including a second reading of a rezoning ordinance for South Pine Street and a resolution to contract with L.E.G. for traffic operations improvements. The council will also consider appointments, grant applications, and other ordinances.

• Ordinance No. 5 of 2021: Rezone part of NE 1/4, SW 1/4, SEC 19 (South Pine Street) from C-2/R-1 to R-4H (2nd reading)
• Resolution No. 4 of 2021: Appoint Ashley Little to the Cabot Parks and Recreation Commission
• Ordinance No. 6 of 2021: Amend Article IV of the Unified Development Code (1st reading)
• Ordinance No. 7 of 2021: Approve sidewalk waiver along Arnold Palmer Drive, Lot 1RR (1st reading)
• Resolution No. 10 of 2021: Authorize agreement with L.E.G. for Cabot Traffic Operations Improvements

The Cabot City Council voted 3-5 against Ordinance No. 7 of 2021, which would have waived sidewalk requirements along Arnold Palmer Drive. The vote followed public comments and discussion about inconsistent enforcement of sidewalk rules. Other actions included appointing Ashley Little to the Parks and Recreation Commission and approving several resolutions related to grants and traffic improvements.

• Approved minutes of Feb 1 and Jan 25 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 4 of 2021 appointing Ashley Little to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Denied Ordinance 7 of 2021 waiving sidewalks along Arnold Palmer Drive (3-5)
• Adopted Resolution 8 of 2021 designating non-profit as CDBG grant administrator (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 9 of 2021 authorizing ACEDP grant application (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 10 of 2021 authorizing agreement with L.E.G. for traffic improvements (unanimous)
• Appointed Matt Webber to the Depository Board (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council is holding a work session to discuss several items, including appointing Ashley Little to the Parks and Recreation Commission, authorizing an agreement with Stephens Inc. for a potential bond offering, renewing a contract with Halff, proposed UDC amendments, and a property purchase. The meeting also includes committee reports and community input periods.

• Appointment of Ashley Little to Parks and Recreation Commission
• Authorization to enter into agreement with Stephens Inc. for potential bond offering
• Authorization for renewal of Halff contract
• Proposed UDC amendments (use unit descriptions)
• Purchase of property

The City Council work session placed several items on the next meeting's agenda, including a potential bond refunding with Stephens, Inc. to generate $56.5 million for capital projects, pending voter approval in a June 8 election. Also advanced were renewing Halff as engineering firm, UDC amendments for recreation uses, purchasing the animal services building at 2102 S. 24 for $235,000 plus $115,000 in improvements, and destroying outdated documents. No final votes were taken; all motions were to place items on the next agenda.

• Placed bond refunding agreement with Stephens, Inc. on next agenda (4-0)
• Placed renewal of Halff as engineering firm on next agenda (4-0)
• Placed UDC amendments for recreation uses on next agenda (4-0)
• Placed purchase of 2102 S. 24 building for $235,000 plus $115,000 improvements on next agenda (4-0)
• Placed approval to destroy outdated documents on next agenda (4-0)
• Tabled appointment of Ashley Little to Recreation Commission until Feb. 22 meeting

City Council

The Cabot City Council held its regular meeting on February 1, 2021, and took action on several resolutions. It adopted a resolution approving destruction of outdated police department documents, a resolution authorizing an agreement with Stephens for bond-related financial services, a resolution renewing the engineering services agreement with Halff Associates, and a resolution authorizing purchase of property at 2102 S. Second Street. A resolution appointing Ashley Little to the Parks and Recreation Commission was tabled. An ordinance to rezone part of South Pine Street from C-2/R-1 to R-4H received its first reading with no action.

• Adopted Resolution No. 3 approving destruction of outdated police documents (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution No. 4 appointing Ashley Little to Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 5 authorizing agreement with Stephens for bond services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 6 renewing engineering services agreement with Halff Associates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 7 authorizing purchase of property at 2102 S. Second Street (unanimous)
• First reading of Ordinance No. 5 to rezone South Pine Street to R-4H; no action

City Council

The Cabot City Council work session will hear a presentation on proposed mountain bike trails at Cabot Regional Park, with a cost opinion of $1,266,160. The meeting also includes community input periods for municipal services, budget, police/fire, community development, and military affairs committees.

• Proposed mountain bike trails at Cabot Regional Park, estimated $1,266,160
• Trail features include pumptrack, jump lines, and flow trails
• A & P Commission report presented by Jay Lallu
• Community input for municipal services, budget, police/fire, and military affairs

The Cabot City Council held a work session on January 4, 2021, at Veterans Park Event Center. Travis Young, General Director of Cabot Parks & Rec, presented a Mountain Bike Trail Proposal, and the council voted unanimously to place it on the upcoming Council Meeting agenda. No other committee business was discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 7:15 p.m.

• Placed Mountain Bike Trail Proposal on Council Meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:15 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Cabot City Council will hold its regular meeting on January 4, 2021, at 6:30 p.m. The main item is the first reading of Ordinance No. 2 of 2021, which would permit Brandon Hillenburg and Hillenburg Heat & Air to do business with the city. The agenda also includes routine items such as reading ordinances by title, community input, and adjournment.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 2 of 2021 to permit Brandon Hillenburg and Hillenburg Heat & Air to do business with the city

City Council

The Cabot City Council is holding a special meeting to consider Ordinance 1 of 2021, which establishes the council's organization, procedures, and committee assignments. The agenda also includes community input and standard procedural items.

• Ordinance 1 of 2021: establishing council organization, procedure, and committee assignments
• Community input period
• Opening prayer and pledge of allegiance