Jacksonville public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council is holding its regular December meeting. The agenda includes presentations from the school superintendent and the city's 2020 audit, plus routine monthly reports from several departments. No major votes or public hearings are listed for this meeting.

• Presentation by Dr. Jeremy Owoh, JNPSD Superintendent
• Presentation of 2020 Audit by Gerald Clark of McAllister & Associates
• Monthly reports: Engineering, Fire, Police, Code Enforcement, Animal Control
• Consent agenda approval of October and November meeting minutes

The Jacksonville City Council approved the minutes from October and November 2021 meetings, along with monthly reports from the Engineering, Fire, Police, Code Enforcement, and Animal Control departments. The council also heard presentations from the school district superintendent and the city's auditor, and discussed police presence and court operations with the district judge and police chief. No major policy decisions or ordinances were voted on.

• Approved minutes of Oct 21 and Nov 18, 2021 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved November 2021 Engineering Department monthly report
• Approved November 2021 Fire Department monthly report (fire loss $77,000, savings $358,000)
• Approved November 2021 Police Department monthly report
• Approved November 2021 Code Enforcement monthly report
• Approved November 2021 Animal Control monthly report ($375 in fees)

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting to consider approval of a preliminary plat for Cypresspoint Addition and a final plat for Graham Woods Phase 4. The meeting includes opening remarks, roll call, approval of minutes from June 14, 2021, and any public hearings. No other substantive items are listed.

• Preliminary plat: Cypresspoint Addition, petitioner Stonehill, LLC, represented by Thomas Engineering
• Final plat: Graham Woods Phase 4, petitioner WD Development Co., LLC, represented by Bond Engineering
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 2021 regular meeting

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved the preliminary plat for the General Samuels Addition (formerly Cypresspoint Addition), a 49-lot residential subdivision, with several contingencies. The approval is contingent on lot renumbering, final drainage plan approval, street light location coordination, and Water Department acceptance. The final plat for Graham Woods PH 4 was held until the next meeting.

• Approved preliminary plat for General Samuels Addition (49 lots) with contingencies (motion carried)
• Held final plat for Graham Woods PH 4 until next meeting

Board of Adjustment

The Jacksonville Board of Adjustment will consider three variance requests at its December 13, 2021 meeting. These include rear yard setback variances for Timber Ridge Subdivision lots and 2620 West Main Street, and an accessory building square footage variance for 5400 Cypress Drive. The board will also approve minutes from its December 14, 2020 meeting.

• Rear yard setback variance for Lots 5, 6, & 7 Timber Ridge Subdivision, requesting 17' instead of 25' (petitioners Andy and Tracy Smith)
• Rear yard setback variance for 2620 West Main Street, requesting 70' instead of 75' (petitioner Mark Perry)
• Accessory building square footage variance for 5400 Cypress Drive, requesting 800 SF instead of 600 SF limit (petitioner Jimmy Middaugh)
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2020 regular meeting

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will consider adopting the 2022 fiscal budget, an ordinance creating tax liens on real properties, and a proposal from Rock Region Metro for an on-demand micro-transit service. The agenda also includes a review of the 2022 budget and a discussion of a budgetary issue for the Boys and Girls Club Board.

• Ordinance 1680 (#30-2021) creating and certifying tax liens against real properties
• Ordinance 1679 (#29-2021) adopting a fiscal budget for 2022
• 2022 Budget Review (info included in packet)
• Boys and Girls Club Board budgetary issue
• Rock Region Metro on-demand micro-transit service proposal (presented at prior meeting)

The City Council approved and adopted Ordinance 1681, the 2022 fiscal budget, and Ordinance 1680, which certifies tax liens on properties with unpaid city services. The budget was passed after a motion to table it failed. The council also approved the minutes from August 5 and 19, 2021.

• Approved minutes of August 5 and 19, 2021 meetings.
• Approved and adopted Ordinance 1680, creating tax liens on properties for unpaid city services.
• Approved and adopted Ordinance 1681, the 2022 fiscal budget.
• Approved the emergency clause for Ordinance 1681.
• Approved the emergency clause for Ordinance 1680.
• Entered executive session for a personnel matter and reconvened.
• Tabled Ordinance 1681 until next meeting (motion failed).
• Approved Ordinance 1681 on first and second readings, suspending rules.

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council approved and adopted Ordinance 1675, authorizing the issuance of $8,150,000 in wastewater revenue bonds for sewer system improvements. It also approved Ordinance 1679, providing premium pay of up to $1,040 per eligible employee from American Rescue Plan funds for work during the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the council adopted ordinances updating purchasing procedures and approved two resolutions to apply for federal grants for drainage and bridge improvements.

• Approved minutes of the July 15, 2021 City Council meeting.
• Approved October 2021 monthly reports for Fire, Police, Code Enforcement, and Animal Control departments.
• Adopted Ordinance 1675, authorizing $8,150,000 in wastewater revenue bonds for sewer system improvements.
• Adopted Ordinance 1676, reclassifying property in Lee Mac Estates to allow single-family residences.
• Approved replat of Lots 12, 13, 14, 15, & 16 PH I & II Loop Acres Addition.
• Adopted Ordinance 1679, providing up to $1,040 in premium pay per eligible employee from American Rescue Plan funds.
• Adopted Ordinances 1677 and 1678, amending competitive bidding and purchasing procedures.
• Adopted Resolutions 814 and 815, authorizing applications for BRIC grants for drainage and bridge improvements.

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission is meeting to consider a conditional use request, a rezoning, several plats, a site plan, and an amended Bill of Assurance. These are public hearings and approval requests for specific properties in the city.

• Conditional use for 211 South James Street: C-3 use in C-2 zone (petitioners Faye Williams and Alexis Merayo)
• Rezoning of property on Lee Mac Drive from R-4 and R-7 to R-1A (petitioners Jeremiah and Sarah Blakely)
• Preliminary plat for Lee Mac Estates (petitioner Jeremiah Blakely)
• Preliminary plat for Jaxon Terrace Phase 16 (petitioner Dickie Jones)
• Replat and site plan for Lot 1-F Belz-Burrow Commercial Addition (Slim Chickens, petitioner Stonebridge Construction)

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a car dealership at 211 South James Street, allowing C-3 use in a C-2 zone with stipulations. The commission also approved a rezoning on Lee Mac Drive, three preliminary plats, a replat, a site plan, and an amended bill of assurance. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved conditional use for car dealership at 211 South James Street (C-3 use in C-2 zone) with stipulations (motion carried)
• Approved rezoning of Lee Mac Drive property from R-4 and R-7 to R-1A, with stipulation for Lots 1 & 2 being 2' short of lot requirements (motion carried)
• Approved preliminary plat for Lee Mac Estates (motion carried)
• Approved preliminary plat for Jaxon Terrace Phase 16 (motion carried)
• Approved replat of Lot 1-F Belz-Burrow Commercial Addition (motion carried)
• Approved site plan for Lot 1-F Belz-Burrow Commercial Addition - Slim Chickens (motion carried)
• Accepted amended Bill of Assurance for Foxwood Estates (motion carried)

Board of Adjustment

The Jacksonville Board of Adjustment will consider four variance requests at its November 8, 2021 meeting. Three requests seek to reduce side yard setbacks from 25 feet to 15 feet on specific lots in Loop Acres and Jaxon Terrace subdivisions to allow wider houses. One request asks to allow an accessory building larger than the 650-square-foot limit at 2400 Hunters Chase Court.

• Side yard setback variance from 25 to 15 feet for Lots 13RF & 15RF, Loop Acres Ph II (Arkansas Homes & Rentals)
• Side yard setback variance from 25 to 15 feet for Lots 20 & 26, Jaxon Terrace Ph 15 (Dickie Jones)
• Side yard setback variance from 25 to 15 feet for Lots 1, 7, & 17, Jaxon Terrace Ph 16 (Dickie Jones)
• Accessory building square footage variance to 1,620 sq ft at 2400 Hunters Chase Court (Michael Sullivan)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council is meeting to consider several resolutions and an ordinance, including approving wastewater utility adjustment plans, authorizing a service agreement with Rock Region Metro, and amending animal shelter requirements. The council will also discuss the preliminary 2022 budget and proposals to allow on-premises alcohol sales until 5 a.m. with a permit.

• Resolution 813: Approve adjustment plans for Jacksonville Wastewater Utility
• Resolution 812: Authorize service agreement with Rock Region Metro
• Ordinance 1673: Amend § 6.04.010 (Adequate shelter for animals)
• Preliminary 2022 Budget available at meeting
• Discussion: Amend ordinances to allow on-premises alcohol sales until 5 a.m. with permit

The Jacksonville City Council approved a three-year service agreement with Rock Region Metro for public transit, despite concerns about cost and ridership. The council also adopted a resolution for wastewater sewer relocation, passed an animal control ordinance, and made a board appointment.

• Approved Resolution 812 for Rock Region Metro transit service (7-2)
• Adopted Resolution 813 for wastewater sewer relocation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1673 amending animal control code (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for October engineering report (unanimous)
• Appointed Jeff Twitty to Board of Adjustment (unanimous, Twitty abstained)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council is holding its regular meeting on October 21, 2021, with a full agenda of resolutions, ordinances, and appointments. Key items include issuing wastewater revenue bonds, amending zoning codes, reclassifying property, setting the 2022 millage, adopting a ward redistricting plan, and authorizing a service agreement with Rock Region Metro. The council will also consider selling city-owned properties and making appointments to the A&P and Planning Commissions.

• Resolution 811: Issuance of Wastewater Revenue Bonds
• Ordinance 1669: Amending zoning and property use codes
• Ordinance 1672: Reclassifying 1200/1204 North First Street from C-1 to R-1
• Ordinance 1671: Annual Millage for 2022
• Resolution 812: Service agreement with Rock Region Metro

The Jacksonville City Council approved Resolution 811 authorizing up to $8.15 million in wastewater revenue bonds for treatment plant upgrades, adopted Ordinance 1669 amending zoning and property use provisions, and approved Ordinance 1672 rezoning property at 1200/1204 North First Street to residential for veterinarian intern housing. The council also adopted Ordinance 1671 setting 2022 millage rates (with a failed amendment to remove a .5 mill) and Ordinance 1674 adopting a revised ward redistricting plan. A resolution for a Rock Region Metro transit service agreement was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution 811 authorizing up to $8.15M wastewater revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1669 amending zoning and property use provisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1672 rezoning 1200/1204 North First Street to residential (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 1671 setting 2022 millage rates (6-2, Blevins and Rains dissenting)
• Adopted Ordinance 1674 adopting revised ward redistricting plan (7-1, Rains dissenting)
• Tabled Resolution 812 for Rock Region Metro transit service agreement
• Approved Resolution 810 authorizing sale of property at 117 Joiner Avenue and 102 Central Street
• Appointed William Fagan to A&P Commission and Tanner Ruple to Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 1200/1204 North First Street, and will consider several plats for approval. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and general announcements.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 1200/1204 North First Street from C-1 to R-1 or R-1 use in C-1 zone (Petitioner: Mark Goodsell, Rep: DG Homes LLC)
• Replat: Lots 13R & 15R, Loop Acres Addition Phase II (Petitioner: Arkansas Homes & Rentals, Rep: Bond Engineering)
• Preliminary plat: Greenhill Estates (Petitioner: Arkansas Homes & Rentals, Rep: Bond Engineering)
• Final plat: John Harden Subdivision (Petitioner: Daniel Gray, Rep: Bond Engineering)

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved a rezoning of 1200/1204 North First Street from C-1 to R-1 with a deed restriction tied to the buyer, contingent on the buyer's use. They also approved a replat for Lots 12-16 of Loop Acres Addition Phase II, contingent on a future variance, and approved the preliminary plat of Greenhill Estates and the final plat of John Harden Subdivision. Ordinance 1669 was approved to send back to City Council, and Chairman Stroud resigned.

• Approved rezoning 1200/1204 North First Street from C-1 to R-1 with deed restriction (motion carried)
• Approved replat for Lots 12-16 of Loop Acres Addition Phase II, contingent on variance approval (motion carried)
• Approved preliminary plat of Greenhill Estates (motion carried)
• Approved final plat of John Harden Subdivision (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 1669 to send to City Council (motion carried)
• Accepted Chairman Stroud's resignation; Commissioner Moore volunteered as interim chairman

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to modify zoning and property use provisions and amend livestock and fowl regulations. The meeting also includes discussions on ward redistricting, city email addresses for council members, and the sale of Sunnyside lots.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1669 regarding zoning and property use provisions
• Public hearing for Ordinance 1666 regarding livestock and fowl regulations
• Bid acceptance for new slab for City Garage (Command Construction: $139,890.00)
• Bid acceptance for renovations to Courtroom (Bell Construction: $446,570.00)
• Discussion regarding the sale of Sunnyside lots

The Jacksonville City Council approved several bids, including $82,930 for shooting range backstop paving and $139,890 for a new city garage slab. Ordinance 1669, which would amend zoning and property use provisions, was sent back to the Planning Commission for further review. A motion to approve Ordinance 1666 on first reading, which would limit chickens to six and prohibit roosters, failed after amendments were not approved.

• Accepted bid from Redstone Construction Group for $82,930 for shooting range backstop paving
• Accepted bid from Command Construction for $139,890 for new city garage slab
• Sent Ordinance 1669 (zoning amendments) back to Planning Commission for review
• Motion to approve Ordinance 1666 (chicken ordinance) on first reading failed
• Authorized resolution to sell two lots in Sunnyside Addition for $750 each (7-1, 1 abstention)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1669, which amends zoning and property use codes, and will consider a final plat for Jaxon Terrace Phase 15. A public hearing is scheduled for Ordinance 1666, which amends livestock and fowl regulations. The council will also discuss bids for auditing services, a 2021 striping program, and a construction equipment building, plus the sale of a Sunnyside Subdivision lot.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1669 amending JMC zoning and property use codes
• Final plat for Jaxon Terrace Phase 15
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1666 amending JMC Chapter 6 (livestock and fowl)
• Sale of Sunnyside Subdivision lot
• Bids for professional auditing services, 2021 Striping Program, and 2021 Construction Equip. Building

The City Council approved Ordinance 1669 on second reading, amending zoning and property use provisions, but then voted to table it until Council Member Traylor is present. The council also approved the final plat for Jaxon Terrace Phase 15, sold a Sunnyside lot for $750, and accepted bids for auditing services ($83,200), striping ($38,641.13), and a construction equipment building ($102,012). A public hearing on a livestock and fowl ordinance (Ordinance 1666) ended with a tie vote, failing to place it on first reading.

• Approved Ordinance 1669 (zoning amendments) on second reading (8-0), then tabled it until Council Member Traylor is present
• Approved final plat of Jaxon Terrace Phase 15
• Sold lot 172 in Sunnyside Addition to adjacent neighbor for $750
• Accepted bid from BKD for professional auditing services at $83,200
• Accepted bid from AF&G for 2021 striping program at $38,641.13
• Accepted bid from CLH General Construction for construction equipment building at $102,012 (Street Fund)
• Failed to place Ordinance 1666 (livestock and fowl) on first reading (tie vote, mayor abstained)

Board of Adjustment

The Jacksonville Board of Adjustment will consider a variance request for an accessory building at 401 Pin Oak Court and review two billboard sign permits along T.P. White Drive. The board may approve or deny these requests.

• Variance request for accessory building square footage at 401 Pin Oak Court by Robert Davis Jr.
• Billboard review for two signs along T.P. White Drive by Ashley Media LLC
• Sign permit applications include a $100 permit fee each

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 207 Dupree Drive from C-2 to C-3, and a conditional use request for an auto repair shop at 1100 West Main Street. The commission will also consider final plats for Jaxon Terrace Phase 15 and Cloverdale Subdivision, and a preliminary and final plat for Pleasant Oaks Subdivision.

• Rezoning: 207 Dupree Drive from C-2 to C-3 (petitioner: Jaskiran Kaur)
• Conditional use: auto repair shop at 1100 West Main Street in C-2 zone (petitioner: Brian Bisbee)
• Final plat: Jaxon Terrace Phase 15 (petitioner: Richard Jones, rep: Bond Engineering)
• Final plat: Lots 1-4, Cloverdale Subdivision (petitioners: William & Michael Phelps, rep: Bond Engineering)
• Preliminary & final plat: Pleasant Oaks Subdivision (petitioner: Shania Berger, rep: Holloway Engineering)

The Planning Commission denied a request to rezone 207 Dupree Drive from C-2 to C-3, as the petitioner sought to operate a used car shop. The Commission suggested the petitioner return with a conditional use request instead, which would be less permanent. The Commission also approved a conditional use for an auto repair shop at 1100 West Main Street, with limits of ten cars in the back and four in the front. Additionally, the Commission approved final plats for Jaxon Terrace Phase 15 and Lots 1-4 of Cloverdale Subdivision, and a preliminary plat for Pleasant Oaks Subdivision with contingencies.

• Denied rezoning of 207 Dupree Drive from C-2 to C-3 (motion carried).
• Approved conditional use for auto repair shop at 1100 West Main Street, limited to 10 cars in back and 4 in front (motion carried).
• Approved final plat for Jaxon Terrace Phase 15 with stipulations (motion carried).
• Approved final plat for Lots 1, 2, 3, & 4 of Cloverdale Subdivision (motion carried).
• Approved preliminary plat for Pleasant Oaks Subdivision with contingencies for sewer approval and half street improvements (motion carried).

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2022 Budget and updates regarding the American Recovery Plan. The agenda also includes ordinances for rezoning property, amending municipal zoning codes, and closing a portion of Lomanco Drive.

• Ordinance 1663: Waiving competitive bidding to purchase a shot curtain for $188,527.50
• Ordinance 1668: Rezoning parcel on East side of Old Highway 67, Toneyville Road from C-3 to R-8
• Ordinance 1669: Amending Jacksonville Municipal Code zoning and property use provisions
• Ordinance 1667: Vacating and closing a portion of Lomanco Drive
• Discussion regarding the 2022 Budget

The Jacksonville City Council approved several ordinances, including the purchase of a shot curtain for the shooting range for $179,550 (plus tax and shipping) and a zoning reclassification on Old Highway 67. They also adopted an employee policy manual update that changes sick leave accrual and discretionary days, and approved raising full-time employees earning less than $31,200 annually to that amount, effective September 1, 2021. A zoning ordinance (1669) was tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved Ordinance 1663: $179,550 shot curtain purchase for shooting range (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 1668: Rezoning property on Old Highway 67/Toneyville Road (unanimous)
• Tabled Ordinance 1669: Zoning and property use provisions update
• Approved Ordinance 1667: Vacating portion of Lomanco Drive (Traylor abstained)
• Approved Ordinance 1670: Employee policy manual update (unanimous)
• Approved raising full-time employees under $31,200 to $31,200 (Traylor nay)
• Approved reappointment of Lester Piggee to Civil Service Commission
• Cancelled September 2, 2021 council meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request for a parcel on the east side of Old Hwy. 67 from C-3 to R-8. The commission will also review a request to approve the preliminary plat for Greenhill Estates.

• Rezoning of East Side of Old Hwy. 67 (Toneyville Rd.) from C-3 to R-8
• Preliminary plat approval for Greenhill Estates by Arkansas Homes & Rentals
• Approval of meeting minutes from March 22, 2021, and April 12, 2021

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for a parcel on Old Hwy. 67 (Toneyville Rd.) from C-3 to R-8, allowing a 40-space overnight RV park. The commission tabled the preliminary plat for Greenhill Estates, a 67-lot duplex development, pending a traffic study and consideration of splitting the development into R-1A and R-2 zones. The commission also recommended an ordinance to City Council that would reduce conditional use requirements by allowing staff to issue permits for certain zoning changes.

• Approved rezoning of parcel on Old Hwy. 67 (Toneyville Rd.) from C-3 to R-8 for RV park (motion carried)
• Tabled preliminary plat for Greenhill Estates pending traffic study and possible R-1A/R-2 split (motion carried)
• Recommended ordinance to City Council to reduce conditional use requirements (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of March 22, 2021 and April 12, 2021 (motion carried)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council's August 5, 2021, regular meeting agenda includes an ordinance to waive competitive bidding for the Police Department firearms range development project, a public hearing on the CDBG 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan, and a presentation on a Rock Region Metro on-demand microtransit service proposal. The council will also consider several items raised by Council Member Blevins, including setting public hearings on recycling fees and an animal control ordinance amendment, and discussions on a city minimum wage and livestreaming meetings.

• Ordinance 1665 (#15-2021): Waiving competitive bidding for Jacksonville PD firearms range development project (Mayor Johnson)
• Public Hearing: Approval of CDBG 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan & 2021 Annual Action Plan (Mayor Johnson)
• Presentation: Rock Region Metro On-Demand Microtransit Service Proposal (Mayor Johnson)
• Resolution 809 (#8-2021): Congratulating Coach Larry Burrows & the 2021 Jacksonville Chevy Boys baseball team (Council Member Sansing)
• Request to set Public Hearing: Raising recycling fees (Council Member Blevins)

The Jacksonville City Council approved Ordinance 1665, waiving competitive bidding for the police firearms range development project, with all 10 members voting in favor. The council also approved the CDBG 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and 2021 Annual Action Plan, and adopted a resolution honoring the Gwatney Chevy Boys baseball team. A proposal for a micro-transit service was presented but no action was taken.

• Approved Ordinance 1665 waiving competitive bidding for police firearms range (10-0)
• Approved CDBG 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan & 2021 Annual Action Plan (voice vote)
• Adopted Resolution 809 congratulating Gwatney Chevy Boys baseball team (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 meeting (voice vote)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will consider rescinding a contract to sell two vacant lots on Marshall Road to a medical business after Council Member Blevins discovered the property was appraised at $475,000, not the $330,000 value cited by Mayor Johnson. The mayor apologized for not disclosing the appraisal. The council will also review department reports, consider an asphalt overlay bid, discuss rezoning in mixed residential areas, and vote on temporarily closing the Recycling Center.

• Vote to rescind Resolution 805 for sale of Units 2 & 3, Rebsamen Medical Subdivision (Marshall Road)
• Request to accept bid for Asphalt Overlay (Mayor Johnson)
• Request guidance on rezoning in mixed residential areas (Council Member Dietz)
• Ordinance 1664 (#14-2021) amending JMC § 8.20.090 to temporarily close the Recycling Center
• Reappointment of Lester Piggee to Civil Service Commission (term to expire 04/01/27)

The City Council accepted a bid from Rogers Group, Inc. for asphalt overlay in the amount of $426,464.00. The bid was about 10% higher than expected, and the Public Works Director noted the vendor was not willing to negotiate a lower price. The Council approved the bid after discussion about inflation and the condition of the roads.

• Approved the minutes of the emergency City Council meeting of April 28, 2021.
• Approved the regular monthly reports for June 2021 from the Engineering, Fire, Police, Code Enforcement, and Animal Control departments.
• Approved the bid from Rogers Group, Inc. in the amount of $426,464.00 for asphalt overlay.
• Approved the CDBG employment contract for Theresa Watson.
• Tabled the reappointment of Lester Piggee to the Civil Service Commission until the City website is updated with Boards and Commissions information.
• A motion to suspend the rules to discuss the status of the Recycling Center failed due to lack of a 2/3rds majority vote.

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 2000 Hwy. 161 from R-0 to R-7, submitted by Nguyen Van Hai and represented by Benjamin Chase Thomas. The commission will also discuss amendments to the current zoning code. Other agenda items include approval of minutes, plats, and building permits.

• Public hearing: Rezoning 2000 Hwy. 161 from R-0 to R-7
• Discussion: Amendments to current zoning code
• Approval of minutes
• Request to approve plats
• Building permits

The Jacksonville Planning Commission held a public hearing on a request to rezone 2000 Hwy. 161 from R-0 to R-7 for a mobile home park. The commission tabled the request until the developer provides a full set of plans, including utility connections. The commission also approved a change to allow Sig Sauer to build six bunkers instead of the previously approved two, and discussed proposed zoning code amendments and a City Council denial of a manufactured home request.

• Tabled rezoning request for 2000 Hwy. 161 from R-0 to R-7 until developer returns with full plans
• Approved Sig Sauer to develop six bunkers instead of previously approved two
• Commission charged itself with further study of proposed zoning ordinance changes
• Discussed City Council denial of manufactured home request for 124 Dennis Lane

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will review monthly department reports, discuss a bus plan and a CDBG consultant contract, and consider an ordinance to waive competitive bidding for a shot curtain at the shooting range. They will also vote on appointments to the Sewer and Planning Commissions.

• Ordinance 1663 waiving competitive bidding to buy a shot curtain from ShotStop, Inc. for $188,527.50
• Discussion of a bus plan for the City of Jacksonville
• Discussion of a consultant contract for CDBG
• Appointment of Jeff Elmore to the Sewer Commission
• Reappointments of Dan Brown and Vivian Brittenum to the Planning Commission

The Jacksonville City Council accepted the 2020 CDBG CAPER Report as presented, approved appointments to the Sewer and Planning Commissions, and canceled the July 1, 2021 meeting due to the holiday. An ordinance to waive competitive bidding for a shot curtain at the shooting range was tabled because only one bid was received. The council also discussed a proposed city-run bus plan and a consultant contract for CDBG, but took no action on either.

• Accepted 2020 CDBG CAPER Report (motion carried)
• Approved Jeff Elmore to Sewer Commission, term to expire 04/20/2022
• Reappointed Dan Brown and Vivian Brittenum to Planning Commission, terms to expire 01/01/2024
• Canceled July 1, 2021 council meeting due to July 4th holiday
• Tabled Ordinance 1663 waiving competitive bidding for shot curtain (only one bid received)

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission denied a rezoning request for 2400 McArthur Drive from R-3 to C-1 with a conditional use for mini-warehouses, and denied a conditional use for used auto sales at 201 North First Street. Both motions carried. The commission also discussed a sketch plat for CD Estates but took no formal action.

• Denied rezoning of 2400 McArthur Drive from R-3 to C-1 (motion carried)
• Denied conditional use for used auto sales at 201 North First Street (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of January 11, 2021 and February 8, 2021 (motion carried)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 1662 to vacate an alley in the Galloway Addition, and will discuss a proposed change to ward-based voting, litter cleanup, fee increases, staffing, and hiring an economic developer. The agenda also includes resolutions to seek federal funds for Military Road and General Samuels Road sidewalk improvements.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1662 to vacate an alley adjacent to Lots 1, 2, & 12, Block 2, Galloway Addition
• Discussion of Ordinance 1661 to change at-large council voting to by-ward voting
• Resolution 807 to apply for federal funds to improve Military Road
• Resolution 808 to apply for federal funds for General Samuels Road sidewalk
• Discussion of fee increases and recycling center needs

The City Council approved a motion to have City Attorney Stephanie Friedman draft a contract for Theresa Watson as CDBG consultant, to be presented at the next meeting, and to pay her for March, April, and June. The original motion to accept the bid was amended after discussion about the contract's terms and payment. The council also approved an ordinance to vacate an alley and two resolutions for sidewalk projects.

• Approved minutes of Feb 25 and Apr 15, 2021 meetings
• Approved May 2021 engineering report
• Amended motion: pay Theresa Watson for March, April, June; draft contract for next meeting
• Approved Ordinance 1662 vacating alley in Galloway Addition (10-0)
• Placed Ordinance 1661 on first reading (6-4), but failed to advance to second reading
• Approved Resolution 807 for Military Road Phase III sidewalk
• Approved Resolution 808 for General Samuels Road sidewalk
• Appointed Jennifer Jamison to Central Arkansas Library System

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will vote on Ordinance 1660 to rezone property at 124 Dennis Lane from R-0 to R-6. They will also discuss opening city buildings and hours of operation, and whether to commit city funds or staff regarding the hospital sale, deferred from May 6. Departmental monthly reports for April are on the consent agenda.

• Ordinance 1660: Rezone 124 Dennis Lane from R-0 to R-6
• Discussion: Opening city buildings and hours of operation
• Discussion: Commitment of city resources (funds/staff) regarding hospital sale
• Fire report: $85,500 estimated fire loss, $1,101,321 savings in April
• Animal shelter: 145 animals received, 71 adopted, 35 returned to owner in April

The City Council voted 4-5 against approving Ordinance 1660, which would have rezoned 124 Dennis Lane from R-0 to R-6 to allow a manufactured home. The motion to approve on first and second reading failed, so the ordinance was defeated. The council also voted to override the mayor's veto and restore City Hall hours to 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Friday, effective June 1, and approved an appointment to the Jacksonville Housing Authority.

• Ordinance 1660 (rezoning 124 Dennis Lane) failed on first reading (4-5)
• Overrode mayor's veto to restore City Hall hours to 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Fri (7-2)
• Approved appointment of Greg Bollen to Jacksonville Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved monthly reports for Engineering, Fire, Police, Animal Control, and Code Enforcement (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for 124 Dennis Lane, changing it from R-0 to R-6, and two conditional use permits. One conditional use is for a dental office at 2607 T.P. White Drive, and the other is for a business at 205 Dupree Drive. The commission will also review minutes and may discuss other items.

• Rezoning of 124 Dennis Lane from R-0 to R-6, requested by Lovell Family
• Conditional use for a C-2 use in a C-4 zone at 2607 T.P. White Drive, requested by Angela Gray D.D.S.
• Conditional use for a C-3 use in a C-2 zone at 205 Dupree Drive, requested by Tonya & Timothy Gibson
• Approval or correction of minutes
• Review of plats and building permits

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved a rezoning of 124 Dennis Lane from R-0 to R-6 (8-1), a conditional use for a dental office at 2607 T.P. White Drive, and a conditional use for a mechanics/cosmetology shop at 205 Dupree Drive with a 10-car limit. The commission also agreed to move forward with zoning code changes to allow lower classifications to be administratively approved.

• Approved rezoning of 124 Dennis Lane from R-0 to R-6 (8-1, Moore nay)
• Approved conditional use for dental office at 2607 T.P. White Drive (unanimous)
• Approved conditional use for mechanics/cosmetology shop at 205 Dupree Drive with 10-car limit (unanimous)
• Consensus to move forward with zoning code modifications for administrative approval of lower classifications

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to condemn structures and real property, and discuss adding a focused city Facebook page, reopening city buildings, and key cards for council members. The agenda also includes a discussion on the hospital sale with no commitment of city resources, and a reappointment to the Sewer Commission.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 1655 to condemn structures and real property
• Discussion on adding a focused main City of Jacksonville Facebook page
• Discussion on opening City Buildings and hours of operation
• Discussion on key cards for City Council Members
• Reappointment of John Ferrell to Sewer Commission

The City Council approved Ordinance 1655 condemning properties for public hazard, adopted an emergency clause, and voted to reopen City Hall, Police, and Fire departments to regular hours starting May 17. They also issued optional key cards to council members and deferred discussion on the hospital sale until the mayor is present.

• Approved Ordinance 1655 condemning structures (8-0)
• Adopted emergency clause for Ordinance 1655 (8-0)
• Approved reopening City Hall, Police, and Fire departments 8am-5pm starting May 17 (motion carried)
• Approved optional key cards for council members (5-4)
• Deferred hospital sale discussion until mayor present (unanimous)
• Reappointed John Ferrell to Sewer Commission (motion carried)

City Council

This is an emergency City Council meeting. The main item is a vote to rescind Resolution 805 (#03-2021) regarding Units 2 & 3 of the Rebsamen Medical Subdivision, proposed by Council Member Blevins. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including prayer, roll call, minutes, and department reports.

• Vote to rescind Resolution 805 (#03-2021) regarding Units 2 & 3, Rebsamen Medical Subdivision

The Jacksonville City Council voted 6-3 (with one abstention) to keep Resolution 805, which approved the commercial purchase of two lots in the Rebsamen Medical Subdivision on Marshall Road. Council Member Blevins moved to rescind the contract, citing that the land was appraised at $475,000 but the Mayor had told the Council it was worth $330,000 and that no appraisal existed. The motion failed, and the sale stands. The meeting also included discussion about missing deeds and contract transparency, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion to rescind Resolution 805 (Rebsamen Medical Subdivision land sale) failed (3-6, 1 abstention)
• Motion to call the question on the rescission failed (3-6, 1 abstention)
• Council entered executive session for an HR issue, but it ended without returning to open meeting

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will hold a regular meeting with several public hearings and ordinances, including a proposal to reclassify properties at 1208 Military Road and 321 North Oak Street, a resolution to authorize sale documents for the Rebsamen Medical Subdivision, and an ordinance to certify tax liens on properties. The council will also consider an ordinance condemning structures and real property in the city. The agenda includes routine departmental reports and appointments to city commissions.

• Ordinance 1656: Reclassifying property at 1208 Military Road
• Ordinance 1658: Reclassifying property at 321 North Oak Street
• Resolution 805: Authorizing sale documents for Units 2 & 3, Rebsamen Medical Subdivision
• Ordinance 1657: Creating and certifying tax liens on properties
• Ordinance 1655: Condemning structures and real property

The Jacksonville City Council approved two rezoning ordinances (1656 and 1658) for multi-family and R-3 development, adopted a tax lien ordinance (1657), and approved a resolution to sell city property. The council also held a public hearing on condemnation ordinances for several properties, but did not vote on them, scheduling them for a future meeting. Appointments to city commissions and a final plat for a Dollar General store were also approved.

• Approved Ordinance 1656, rezoning 1208 Military Road for multi-family (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1658, rezoning 321 North Oak Street from R-1 to R-3 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1657, certifying tax liens for unpaid mowing services (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 805, authorizing sale of Rebsamen Medical Subdivision property for $290,000 (voice vote, Blevins abstaining)
• Approved final plat for J.J. Kitchen Subdivision No. 2 (Dollar General) with drainage contingency
• Appointed Sandra Patel and Patricia Green to A&P Commission, Jim Peacock to Water Commission, Tanner Ruple to Housing Authority
• Held public hearing on condemnation ordinances 1655 (515 South Road, 300 West Hickory, 116 Wilson) but did not vote

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission is meeting to consider a rezoning request for 321 North Oak Street, changing the property from R-1 to R-3. The agenda includes a public hearing on this rezoning, along with routine items like roll call, approval of minutes, and announcements. No other substantive items are listed.

• Public hearing on rezoning 321 North Oak Street from R-1 to R-3
• Petitioner: Wayne Craft

The Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for 321 North Oak Street from R-1 to R-3, allowing for a four-plex unit. The motion was made by Commissioner Moore, seconded by Commissioner Brown, and carried. No opposition was voiced during the public hearing.

• Approved rezoning of 321 North Oak Street from R-1 to R-3 (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone 1208 Military Road from R-1 to R-3, and a conditional use request for a Dollar General store at 8315 Hwy 161. They will also consider approving a final plat for Tract 3 of JJ Kitchen Subdivision No. 2, and review a site plan for the Dollar General. The meeting includes routine items like roll call and approval of minutes.

• Rezoning: 1208 Military Road from R-1 to R-3 (petitioner: Joseph Yagos/Crazy Horse Properties)
• Conditional use: 8315 Hwy 161, C-2 retail in C-4 zoning (petitioner: Dollar General)
• Final plat: Tract 3, JJ Kitchen Subdivision No. 2 (petitioner: Dollar General)
• Site plan: 8315 Hwy 161, Tract 3, JJ Kitchen Subdivision No. 2 (petitioner: Dollar General)

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved a rezoning of 1208 Military Road from R-1 to R-3, a conditional use permit for a Dollar General store at 8315 Hwy 161, the final plat for Tract 3 of JJ Kitchen Subdivision No. 2, and the site plan for the Dollar General with contingencies. All motions carried unanimously. The meeting lasted from 6:30 p.m. to 6:52 p.m.

• Approved rezoning of 1208 Military Road from R-1 to R-3 (motion by Dietz, second by Twitty).
• Approved conditional use for C-2 retail (Dollar General) in C-4 zone at 8315 Hwy 161 (motion by Moore, second by Hall).
• Approved final plat of Tract 3, JJ Kitchen Subdivision No. 2 (motion by Dietz, second by Montgomery).
• Approved site plan for 8315 Hwy 161 with contingencies: in-lieu sidewalk payment, drainage plan approval, and Fire Marshal review (motion by Bollen, second by Dietz).

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will consider an ordinance reclassifying property from R-0 to C-4, an ordinance amending council meeting procedures, and a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter a project development agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc. The agenda also includes routine department reports and a presentation for Black History Month.

• Ordinance 1654 (#04-2021): Reclassifying property from R-0 to C-4
• Ordinance 1653 (#03-2021): Amending procedure and form of regular City Council meetings (JMC §2.04.010 and 2.04.020)
• Resolution 803 (#01-2021): Authorization for Mayor Johnson to enter into a project development agreement with Johnson Controls, Inc.
• Introduction of Justice of the Peace Kristina Gulley
• Presentation for Black History Month honoring Reverend and Mrs. McGhee

The City Council approved Resolution 803, authorizing Mayor Johnson to enter a project development agreement with Johnson Controls Inc. for a guaranteed energy performance contract. The agreement includes a $76,800 cost for an investment-grade audit, which the city would only owe if it declines a budget-neutral project. The council also adopted two ordinances, including one reclassifying property on T.P. White Drive, and approved routine monthly department reports.

• Approved minutes of the December 17, 2020 City Council meeting.
• Approved monthly reports for Fire, Police, Code Enforcement, Engineering, and Animal Control.
• Adopted Ordinance 1654, reclassifying property at 4900 & 4800 T.P. White Drive.
• Adopted Ordinance 1653, amending procedures for regular City Council meetings.
• Adopted Resolution 803, authorizing a project development agreement with Johnson Controls Inc.
• Adopted Resolution 804, adopting the Pulaski County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan.
• Honored Reverend Kenneth McGhee and Mrs. Marlene Jones McGhee for Black History Month.
• Introduced Justice of the Peace Kristina Gulley of District 10.

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone properties at 4900 and 4800 T.P. White Drive to C-4, submitted by AHRJP Development with Bond Engineering as representative. The commission will also consider approving the final plat for Bollen Commercial Subdivision, submitted by the Lindy Bollen Family Trust. The meeting includes opening remarks, roll call, and approval of minutes.

• Rezoning of 4900 & 4800 T.P. White Drive to C-4
• Petitioner: AHRJP Development, Representative: Bond Engineering
• Final plat for Bollen Commercial Subdivision
• Petitioner: Lindy Bollen Family Trust, Representative: Bond Engineering

The Jacksonville Planning Commission approved a rezoning of 4900 and 4800 T.P. White Drive to C-4 commercial, requested by AHRJP Development, with no opposition. The commission also approved the final plat for Bollen Commercial Subdivision, consolidating two lots at Braden Street and Marshall Road. Both motions carried.

• Approved rezoning of 4900 & 4800 T.P. White Drive to C-4 (motion carried)
• Approved final plat of Bollen Commercial Subdivision (motion carried)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council will consider an ordinance to rezone property at 7814 T.P. White Drive from C-3 to R-1, and a resolution authorizing the sale of city-owned property at 132 Galloway for the JP Wright Loop Road project. The agenda also includes several discussion items proposed by Council Member Blevins, such as upgrading Main Street lighting to LED, renaming a road portion, and updating the city website. Departmental monthly reports for December 2020 and annual reports for 2020 will be presented.

• Ordinance 1652: Rezone 2.463 acres at 7814 T.P. White Drive from C-3 to R-1
• Resolution 802: Authorize sale documents for city property at 132 Galloway for JP Wright Loop Road
• Discussion: Replace Main Street lighting with bright white LED lights
• Discussion: Rename North Elm Street and Graham Road portion to 'Main Street'
• Discussion: Establish an Environmental Committee

The council approved Ordinance 1652, rezoning property at 7814 T.P. White Drive from commercial to residential, and adopted Resolution 802 authorizing purchase of 10 tracts for the Loop Road railroad overpass. Both passed unanimously with 9 ayes. Annual reports from police, code enforcement, animal control, water, and wastewater were accepted. Discussions on social media job postings, reopening City Hall, and LED streetlights resulted in no formal action.

• Approved Ordinance 1652 rezoning 7814 T.P. White Drive to residential (9-0)
• Adopted Resolution 802 authorizing purchase of 10 tracts for Loop Road overpass (9-0)
• Approved police monthly report for December 2020 (9-0)
• Approved code enforcement monthly report for December 2020 (9-0)
• Approved animal control monthly and annual reports for 2020 (9-0)
• Accepted water department annual report (no vote recorded)
• Accepted wastewater department annual report (no vote recorded)

Planning Commission

The Jacksonville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a rezoning request for 7814 T.P. White from C-3 to R-1, and a conditional use permit for a used car sales and auto repair business at 1106 West Main in a C-2 zone. The commission will also consider a final plat and two site plans for AHRJP Development, all with Bond Engineering as representative. The meeting includes routine items like roll call and approval of previous minutes.

• Rezoning: 7814 T.P. White from C-3 to R-1 (Petitioner: JADD White Properties, Rep: Bond Engineering)
• Conditional use: 1106 West Main for used car sales & auto repair in C-2 zone (Petitioner: Rodolfo Garza)
• Final plat: AHRJP Development (Rep: Bond Engineering)
• Site plan: Lot 1 AHRJP Development (Rep: Bond Engineering)
• Site plan: Lot 2 AHRJP Development (Rep: Bond Engineering)

City Council

The Jacksonville City Council is meeting to consider Ordinance 1651, which would repeal and replace the current pit bull ban with a permit and registration system for potentially dangerous breeds. The council will also review monthly reports from the Engineering and Fire departments and make an appointment to the A&P Commission.

• Ordinance 1651: Repeals pit bull ban, creates permit system with $150 annual fee, $300,000 liability insurance, microchipping, and sterilization requirements
• Appointment of Council Member Mike Traylor to the A&P Commission
• Fire Department report: November 2020, estimated fire loss $85,500, savings $414,500
• Engineering Department report: December 2020, 12 building permits, 25 building inspections

The Jacksonville City Council voted 4-4 on a motion to approve Ordinance 1651 on first reading and suspend rules for second reading, which would have replaced the city's pit bull ban with a strict registration process. The motion failed, so the ban remains in place. The council also approved routine monthly reports and appointed Council Member Traylor to the A&P Commission.

• Approved minutes of Dec 3, 2020 special meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Engineering Department monthly report for Dec 2020 (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department monthly report for Nov 2020 (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 1651 (pit bull ban repeal) on first reading (6-2)
• Motion to suspend rules for second reading of Ordinance 1651 failed (4-4)
• Appointed Council Member Traylor to A&P Commission (unanimous)