Jonesboro public meetings in 2022

City Council

The council will hold public hearings regarding the abandonment of a right-of-way on Harlan Cove and a utility easement in the Cavenaugh Auto Group Minor Plat. The agenda also includes consideration of a public safety equipment grant and several resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties.

• Public hearing for right-of-way abandonment along Harlan Cove
• Public hearing for easement abandonment in Cavenaugh Auto Group Minor Plat
• Resolution to accept the FY2022-2023 Public Safety Equipment Grant
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties
• Resolutions regarding property condemnations at 219 Miller St., 1301 Huntington Ave., and 1607 Duncan Rd.

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will receive updates regarding Parks & Recreation and the Jet Transit System. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting.

• Parks & Recreation update (COM-22:041)
• Jet Transit System update (COM-22:042)
• Approval of September 20, 2022 minutes (MIN-22:087)

Public Safety Council Committee

The committee will consider introducing a resolution for a temporary honorary street designation in honor of Councilman Charles Frierson. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the November 15, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution RES-22:257 for a temporary honorary street designation
• Approval of November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (MIN-22:103)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider five variance requests regarding lot coverage, fence heights, and setbacks. These items include requests for properties on Prosperity Drive, Charleston Drive, South Main Street, Ridgeway Circle, and Gilmore Drive. The board will also review minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting.

• 75% lot coverage request at 3100 Prosperity Drive
• 8-foot fence height request at 4109 Charleston Drive
• 6-foot fence height request at 1305 South Main Street
• 15-foot rear setback request at 3301 Ridgeway Circle
• 8-foot fence height request at 2908 Gilmore Drive

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review the 2023 City Budget and a public safety equipment grant. The committee will also consider updates to city pay ranges and job titles. Additionally, several resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties are scheduled for consideration.

• Adoption of the 2023 City Budget
• Public safety equipment grant from the Arkansas Department of Public Safety
• Amendments to city salary and administration plan, including pay ranges and job titles
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties for amounts between $175 and $215

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will review a final subdivision request for 21 lots at Lake Pointe Estates Phase 2B. The commission will also consider a rezoning request for property at 1507 East Nettleton Ave. Additionally, the meeting includes the approval of minutes from the November 7, 2022 meeting.

• Final subdivision approval for Lake Pointe Estates Phase 2B (21 lots on 10.22 acres)
• Rezoning request for 1507 East Nettleton Ave from R-1 to PD-RS

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee is holding a special called working session to discuss the 2023 City of Jonesboro budget draft. This session is designated for questions and answers, with no motions or votes scheduled to be taken.

• Question and answer session on the 2023 budget draft

City Council

The council will review resolutions regarding a 1 mill tax for the public library and several municipal liens. The agenda also includes ordinances for rezoning properties and authorizing industrial development revenue bonds. Additionally, the meeting covers private club permits and a utility van purchase.

• Resolution to amend a 1 mill tax levy for the public library
• Ordinance to rezone 5307 E. Highland Drive from industrial to commercial
• Authorization of industrial development revenue bonds and a PILOT agreement
• Resolution to waive bidding for a Parks Department utility van purchase
• Private club permit application for Riverfront Association

Public Works Council Committee

The agenda consists of procedural items and the approval of minutes from the November 1, 2022, meeting. No specific new business or projects are detailed in this document.

• Approval of November 1, 2022, Public Works Committee meeting minutes

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to levy a 1 mill tax for the public library. Members will also review several resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties. Additionally, the council will discuss a CDC grant agreement and a capital improvement carryover fund.

• Resolution to levy a 1 mill tax for the public library
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on properties including 3509 Aggie Road and 1328 W Huntington
• Agreement with the CDC for the FY22 Closing the Gap grant
• Establishment of a 2022 Capital Improvement Carryover Fund

City Council

The City Council will review the 2022 street condition assessment and consider several property rezoning requests. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding a bond issue for Camfil and resolutions for various municipal liens.

• Public hearing regarding the bond issue for Camfil
• Presentation on the 2022 street condition assessment
• Ordinance to authorize industrial development revenue bonds for Camfil
• Rezoning of 5307 E. Highland Drive from I-1 to C-3
• Resolution to purchase right-of-way at 818 Creath Avenue

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee is reviewing several resolutions to condemn properties at 219 Miller St., 1301 Huntington Ave., 1607 Duncan Rd., 2109 Brazos St., and 3206 Fairview Dr. The committee will also review a vector disease control report for September and October 2022.

• Resolution to condemn 219 Miller St.
• Resolution to condemn 1301 Huntington Ave.
• Resolution to condemn 1607 Duncan Rd.
• Resolution to condemn 2109 Brazos St.
• Resolution to condemn 3206 Fairview Dr.

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider introducing ordinances and resolutions regarding industrial development bonds for the Camfil 2022 project. The agenda also includes a federal grant application for HWY 49 signal optimization and an agreement for financial advisory services.

• Ordinance for industrial development revenue bonds (Camfil 2022)
• Grant application for US DOT SMART program signal optimization on HWY 49
• Agreement with Crews & Associates, Inc. for financial advisory services
• Approval of October 25, 2022, meeting minutes

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several subdivision applications and a rezoning request. The agenda includes preliminary approvals for Jackson Cove and Greensborough Village, as well as a final subdivision for Barrington Park. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit for a new restaurant development on East Johnson Avenue.

• Conditional use request for fast food and retail at 3411 & 3413 E. Johnson Ave.
• Rezoning of 3.27 acres at 5307 East Highland Drive from industrial to commercial
• Preliminary subdivision for 23 lots in Jackson Cove west of Greensboro Road
• Final subdivision approval for 16 lots in Barrington Park Phase X
• Preliminary subdivision for townhomes in Greensborough Village Phase I

City Council

The City Council will discuss rezoning requests for properties on Granger, Thompson, and Southwest Drives. The agenda includes resolutions for purchasing police vehicles, sanitation trucks, and transit vehicles. Additionally, the council will review grant applications and insurance contracts for city employees.

• Rezoning of 1601 Granger from R-1 to RM-8
• Purchase of Chevrolet Tahoe police units and equipment
• Two-year lease contract for three sanitation side load trucks
• Private club permit for La Cascada Mexican Restaurant & Grill at 5510 Southwest Drive
• Grant application for the USDOT Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider a resolution to purchase additional right-of-way at 818 Creath Avenue for roadway improvements. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the October 6, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution RES-22:195 to purchase additional right-of-way at 818 Creath Avenue
• Approval of minutes for the October 6, 2022 meeting

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider several resolutions regarding federal grants, vehicle purchases, and park sponsorships. Proposed items include authorizing bond issuances for industrial facilities and waiving bidding processes for various equipment and vehicle acquisitions.

• Apply for USDOT Reconnecting Communities Pilot Program Grant
• Waive competitive bidding for Chevrolet Tahoe police and fire packages
• Issue bonds to finance industrial facilities leased to Camfil USA, Inc.
• Two-year lease contract for three sanitation side load trucks
• Field sponsorship agreement with Ice Cream Joint LLC at Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several development applications. These include preliminary and final subdivision requests, a conditional use permit for a fast food restaurant, and a rezoning request.

• Final subdivision approval for 55 lots at Prospect Farms Phase VIII
• Preliminary subdivision for 11 lots at Harrison Hills Phase 2
• Conditional use for fast food and retail at 3411 & 3413 E. Johnson Ave.
• Rezoning of 1601 Granger Drive from R-1 to RM-8 residential multifamily

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including proposed property tax levies for police pensions, fire pensions, and the public library. The agenda also includes discussions on rezoning requests and agreements for public safety grants and road improvements.

• Proposed 0.5 mill tax levy for Police Pension and Relief Fund
• Proposed 0.5 mill tax levy for Fire Pension and Relief Fund
• Proposed 2 mill tax levy for the Public Library
• Rezoning of property at Southwest Drive and Evan Drive from AG-1 to C-4 LOU
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 901 Creath Avenue for road improvements

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will review several resolutions introduced by Code Enforcement. These items propose the condemnation of properties located on Culberhouse St., Warner Ave., Hoover Ave., Hope Ave., and Aggie Rd.

• Resolution to condemn property at 607 S. Culberhouse St.
• Resolution to condemn property at 728 Warner Ave.
• Resolution to proceed with condemnation of 900 Hoover Ave.
• Resolution to condemn property at 1000 Hope Ave.
• Resolution to condemn property at 1410 Aggie Rd.

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments is reviewing two variance applications. One request involves an eight-foot privacy fence at 1004 Layman Dr., while another concerns a gravel fire access road at 9540 C.W. Post Road.

• VR-22-25: Eight-foot privacy fence at 1004 Layman Dr.
• VR-22-30: Gravel fire access road instead of concrete paving at 9540 C.W. Post Road

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review several resolutions to be introduced regarding grant agreements and proposed property tax levies. These include items for police and fire pension funds, as well as a tax for the public library.

• Proposed 0.5 mill tax for the Police Pension and Relief Fund
• Proposed 0.5 mill tax for the Fire Pension and Relief Fund
• Proposed 2 mill tax for the Public Library
• Grant agreements for bulletproof vests and body-worn cameras
• Budget amendment to establish an equipment depreciation fund and authorize vehicle purchases

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications. These include a rezoning request for property at Southwest Drive and Evan Drive and a conditional use permit for a fast food restaurant on E. Johnson Ave.

• Rezoning of 1.55 acres from AG-1 to C-4 LUO at Southwest Drive and Evan Drive
• Conditional use for fast food and retail at 3411 & 3413 E. Johnson Ave
• $10,433.26 sidewalk 'In Lieu' fee payment for 3511 Stadium Blvd

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council is reviewing a request to rezone property at Thompson Drive and Southwest Drive from R-1 to RM-12. The agenda also includes resolutions for municipal liens on various properties and a contract for the Craighead Forest Park fishing dock rebuild project. Additionally, the council will consider ordinances regarding a utility easement vacation and a private club permit.

• Rezoning property at Thompson Drive and Southwest Drive from R-1 to RM-12
• Contract with All Scapes Irrigation & Lawncare LLC for the Craighead Forest Park fishing dock rebuild project
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on multiple properties, including 204 Woodrow and 212 N Allis
• Ordinance to vacate a utility easement for HB Medical Holdings LLC
• Private club permit ordinance for Salsa's Grill

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider a resolution to purchase additional right-of-way at 901 Creath Avenue for roadway improvements. The committee will also review the minutes from the September 6, 2022 meeting.

• Resolution RES-22:181: Purchase of additional right-of-way at 901 Creath Avenue for roadway improvements
• Approval of minutes from the September 6, 2022 meeting

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review resolutions to place municipal liens on several properties. The meeting also includes consideration of a contract for the Craighead Forest Park fishing dock rebuild and amendments to the 2022 budget.

• Contract with All Scapes Irrigation & Lawncare LLC for the Craighead Forest Park fishing dock rebuild
• Amendments to the 2022 budget and the salary and administration plan
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on properties including 204 Woodrow, 500 Woodrow, and 616 E Oak

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will consider a preliminary subdivision for 51 lots at Edgemont Park Phase II. Also on the agenda are requests for a fast food restaurant on E. Johnson Ave. and a rezoning for multifamily housing near Thompson and Southwest Drive.

• Preliminary subdivision of 51 lots at Edgemont Park Phase II
• Conditional use for fast food and retail at 3411 & 3413 E. Johnson Ave.
• Rezoning of 4.41 acres at Thompson Dr. and Southwest Dr. to multifamily residential

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider resolutions introduced by Code Enforcement to condemn multiple properties. These proposals include locations on North Church Street, South Fisher Street, Oakhurst Street, and Cain Street. The committee will also review the August 2022 Vector Mosquito Control Report.

• Resolution to condemn 600 & 602 N. Church St.
• Resolution to condemn 702 S. Fisher St.
• Resolution to condemn 1305 Oakhurst St.
• Resolution to condemn 1504 N. Easy St.
• August 2022 Vector Mosquito Control Report

Public Services Council Committee

This meeting is limited to procedural actions and the approval of previous minutes. No new business, ordinances, or contracts are listed for discussion.

• Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes (MIN-22:058)
• Approval of August 30, 2022, special meeting minutes (MIN-22:076)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider several appeal cases regarding property variances. These include requests for fence modifications, driveway expansions, and deviations from overlay district requirements.

• Variance for a fence at 628 W. Matthews Ave.
• Variance for an eight foot privacy fence at 1004 Layman Dr.
• Driveway opening expansion from 40’ to 60’ at 2810 Quality Way
• Curb cut request within 225’ of a signalized intersection at 2529 S. Caraway Rd.
• Variance from Overlay District requirements at 6701 E. Johnson Ave.

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will review candidate presentations for the Ward 6 vacancy and discuss July 2022 financial statements. The agenda includes votes on private club permits and a rezoning request at Southwest Drive and Thompson Drive. Several resolutions to condemn properties for roadway improvements are also scheduled for consideration.

• Rezoning of property at Southwest Drive and Thompson Drive from C-3 to RM-16
• Permit modification for the CCSWDA Legacy Landfill expansion
• Condemnation of properties on Creath Avenue and Reeves Street for roadway improvements
• Presentations by candidates for the Ward 6 Council vacancy
• Approval of sidewalk easements on Aggie Road

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review resolutions regarding infrastructure projects. This includes a change order for the rail yard expansion and applications for federal telecommunications and railroad crossing elimination grants.

• Change Order No. 1 for Craighead Technology Park Industrial Rail Yard Expansion Project - Section II Track Construction
• NTIA FY22 Middle Mile Grant application
• USDOT FY22 Railroad Crossing Elimination Grant application
• Approval of August 30, 2022 meeting minutes

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will consider site plans for a new industrial facility and Savannah Hills Townhomes Phase V. It will also review a final subdivision request for Creekwood Addition Phase III.

• Site plan review for 14 units at Savannah Hills Townhomes Phase V west of Dena Jo Drive
• Site plan approval for a 112,000 square foot facility at 9540 C.W. Post Road
• Final subdivision for 32 lots in Creekwood Addition Phase III off Roleson Lane

City Council

The City Council will review resolutions regarding federal transportation grants and a 24-acre land donation. The agenda also includes ordinances for private club permits and new guidelines for handling animals.

• Rezoning property at Southwest Drive and Thompson Drive from C-3 to RM-16
• Acceptance of a 24-acre land donation from B & G Land Company
• Resolution to sell property to the Arkansas State Highway Commission
• New guidelines for handling, displaying, or giving away animals
• Private club permit applications for Salsas Grill and JW’s Cigar Lounge

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider resolutions to condemn multiple properties on Creath Avenue and Reeves Street for roadway improvements. The agenda also includes a permit modification request for the CCSWDA Legacy Landfill expansion and sidewalk easements on Aggie Road.

• Condemnation of properties at 1001, 508, 520, and 901 Creath Avenue and 301 Reeves Street for roadwork
• Permit modification request for the CCSWDA Legacy Landfill expansion
• Acceptance of sidewalk easements on Aggie Road
• Request for free utility services from City Water and Light for a traffic signal

Nominating and Rules Committee

The committee will consider resolutions to be introduced for appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions as recommended by Mayor Harold Copenhaver. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the May 31, 2022, meeting.

• Resolutions for board and commission appointments (RES-22:117)
• Approval of minutes from the May 31, 2022 meeting (MIN-22:049)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will review resolutions regarding a property sale to the Arkansas State Highway Commission. The agenda also includes proposals for two U.S. Department of Transportation grants.

• Resolution to sell property to the Arkansas State Highway Commission (Job 100657 Tract 85S)
• Application for the FY22 Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant
• Agreement to accept the FY22 Low-No Emissions Grant

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will introduce a resolution regarding an in-kind land donation. The proposal involves accepting approximately 24 acres of land and authorizing the Mayor to enter into an agreement with B & G Land Company.

• Resolution RES-22:152: acceptance of a ~24-acre land donation from B & G Land Company

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a final subdivision request for Brookshire Place Phase II. This proposal involves 44 lots on approximately 9.72 acres located off Kathleen Street. The commission will also approve minutes from the August 9, 2022 meeting.

• Final subdivision approval: Brookshire Place Phase II (44 lots on 9.72 +/- acres)
• Approval of August 9, 2022, MAPC minutes

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee is reviewing several resolutions introduced by Code Enforcement to condemn properties at various locations, including Miller St., Hope Ave., and Danny Dr. The committee will also receive the July 2022 Vector Disease Control Report.

• Resolution to condemn property at 219 Miller St.
• Resolution to condemn property at 910 Hope Ave.
• Resolution to condemn property at 1504 Danny Dr.
• Resolution to condemn property at 2501 Mary Jane Dr.
• July 2022 Vector Disease Control Report

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider a variance request for an existing six foot tall fence in the front yard of 913 Sweetheart Lane. The board will also review and approve minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request (VR-22-23) for a six foot tall fence at 913 Sweetheart Lane
• Approval of BZA minutes from July 19, 2022

City Council

The City Council will review a rezoning request for property at Southwest Drive and Thompson Drive. The agenda also includes resolutions for police department funding and several property condemnation requests. Additionally, the council will address ordinances regarding animal handling guidelines and private club permits.

• Rezoning of property at Southwest Drive and Thompson Drive
• Purchase of bulletproof vest systems for the Police Department
• Resolutions to condemn properties on Cate Ave, Culberhouse St, Cartwright St, N Floyd St, and Oakhurst St
• Private club permit for JW’s Cigar Lounge and Grill at 3006 S. Caraway Rd
• Ordinance regarding guidelines for handling or displaying animals

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several development requests. These include a site plan for The Reedmont mixed-use complex and a final subdivision for 73 lots at Pacific Grove Phase 1.

• Site plan approval for The Reedmont mixed-use complex off Browns Lane Access Road
• Final subdivision of 73 lots on 21.98 acres for Pacific Grove Phase 1
• Rezoning of 2.45 acres at Southwest Drive and Thompson Drive from C-3 to RM-16

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider resolutions to waive competitive bidding for police assessment services and bulletproof vest systems. The agenda also includes a grant application for outdoor recreation and proposed changes to the Salary and Administration Plan.

• Resolution to fund police promotional program assessment services (RES-22:133)
• Resolution to purchase law enforcement bulletproof vest systems (RES-22:134)
• 2023 Outdoor Recreation Matching Grant application (RES-22:135)
• Amendments to the Salary and Administration Plan (RES-22:137)

City Council

The council will review resolutions regarding budget amendments for police officers and funding for mosquito abatement. The agenda also includes discussions on zoning changes and new animal handling guidelines.

• Budget amendment to add two new school resource officer positions
• Allocation of $250,000 in ARPA funds for mosquito abatement
• Allocation of $500,000 in ARPA funds for ditch maintenance and improvements
• Rezoning request for 5459 E. Nettleton Avenue from R-1 to C-3
• New guidelines for the handling and giving away of animals

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider resolutions to add two patrol officer positions for the Jonesboro and Nettleton school districts. The agenda also includes a $500,000 allocation for ditch maintenance and several grant-related agreements.

• Resolution to add two patrol officer positions for Jonesboro and Nettleton school districts
• $500,000 ARPA funding allocation for ditch maintenance with Kinder Brothers Excavating, Inc.
• Resolution to convey a permanent easement to the Arkansas State Highway Commission
• Agreement to accept the FY21 JAG grant from the US Department of Justice
• Lease agreement for a law enforcement facility

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing a site plan extension request for The Reedmont development. The commission is also considering a preliminary subdivision for 11 lots in Harrison Hills Phase 2.

• Site plan extension request for The Reedmont off Browns Lane Access Road
• Preliminary subdivision approval for 11 lots on 3.73 acres at Harrison Hills Phase 2

City Council

The council will consider several ordinances regarding traffic signs, utility easements, and private club permits. Members will also review rezoning requests for properties on E. Nettleton Avenue and E. Johnson Avenue. Additionally, the council will address resolutions to condemn three different properties.

• Rezoning of 5459 E. Nettleton Avenue from R-1 to C-3
• Rezoning of 4913 E. Johnson Avenue from R-1 to C-3
• Resolutions to condemn properties at 2612 Crawford, 416 N Main Street, and 3016 HWY 141 North
• Private club permit for The Edge Coffee Shop at 1900 Aggie Road
• Indemnification agreement with Viking Capital, LLC for 303 S Main

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee is considering a resolution to allocate $250,000.00 from American Rescue Plan funds for mosquito abatement. The committee will also review an ordinance regarding animal handling guidelines and several resolutions to condemn properties. These items are sponsored by the Mayor's Office, Animal Control, and Code Enforcement.

• Allocation of $250,000.00 from American Rescue Plan funds for mosquito abatement
• Ordinance regarding guidelines for handling, displaying, or giving away animals
• Resolution to condemn property at 710 Cate Ave.
• Resolution to condemn property at 1014 S. Culberhouse St.
• Resolution to condemn property at 1107 ½ Cartwright St.

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider a variance request from Arvest Bank for a multiuse sign approximately 29 feet in height. The board will also review the minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting.

• Variance request for a 29-foot multiuse sign at 910 Canera Dr.
• Approval of June 21, 2022, BZA meeting minutes

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a site plan for the proposed Reedmont Apartment Complex located off Browns Lane Access Road. This development exceeds 75,000 square feet and is situated in a mixed-use district. The commission will also approve minutes from the June 28, 2022 meeting.

• Site plan review for Reedmont Apartment Complex
• Approval of June 28, 2022, MAPC minutes

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will review an ordinance for placing traffic signs at locations determined by the Traffic Control Committee. The committee will also consider a resolution for an indemnification agreement with Viking Capital, LLC regarding 303 S Main.

• Ordinance to place various traffic signs at designated locations
• Indemnification agreement with Viking Capital, LLC (303 S Main)
• Approval of June 7, 2022 meeting minutes

City Council

The council will review the establishment of new ward boundaries based on 2020 Census data. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for E. Nettleton Avenue and E. Johnson Avenue, as well as a consulting agreement with Salt Group of Arkansas.

• Establishing new ward boundaries using 2020 Census information
• Rezoning property at 5459 E. Nettleton Avenue from R-1 to C-3
• Private club permit for Valentine Nails at 1841 E. Highland Drive
• Consulting agreement with Salt Group of Arkansas
• Public hearing for utility easement abandonment on Apache Drive

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review a resolution to enter into a refund review consulting agreement with Salt Group of Arkansas. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the June 14, 2022, meeting.

• Resolution RES-22:107 for a consulting agreement with Salt Group of Arkansas
• Approval of minutes from the June 14, 2022, Finance Committee meeting

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is meeting to review several development applications. The agenda includes site plan reviews for an apartment complex and a storage facility. The commission will also consider two preliminary subdivisions and one rezoning request.

• Site Plan Review: Reedmont Apartment Complex off Browns Lane Access Road
• Site Plan Review: Hytrol Storage Facility on Moore Road
• Preliminary Subdivision: Southbound Subdivision Phase III
• Preliminary Subdivision: Harrison Hills Phase 2
• Rezoning of 3.00 acres at 5459 E. Nettleton Ave from R-1 to C-3

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council is reviewing various resolutions involving property liens, equipment leases, and utility services. The meeting also includes ordinances for rezoning properties and establishing new ward boundaries.

• Rezoning of 4913 E. Johnson Avenue from R-1 to C-3
• Establishment of new ward boundaries based on 2020 Census data
• Two-year lease contract for two sanitation knuckleboom trucks
• Agreement with Onsolve, LLC for 'Code-Red' emergency notification service
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 620 Creath Avenue

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider resolutions to condemn four different properties within the city. The committee will also review the May 2022 Vector Mosquito Control Report and approve minutes from the May 17 meeting.

• Resolution to condemn property at 2612 Crawford
• Resolution to condemn property at 416 N Main Street
• Resolution to condemn property at 1202 Cartwright
• Resolution to condemn property at 3016 HWY 141 North
• May 2022 Vector Mosquito Control Report

Public Services Council Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items including a roll call and the approval of minutes from March 15, 2022, and May 31, 2022. No new business or specific projects are listed on this agenda.

• Approval of March 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Approval of May 31, 2022, special called meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will review multiple requests for property variances in Jonesboro. These include permissions for privacy fences of various heights and a multiuse sign. The board will also approve the minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting.

• Variance for a 6’ tall front yard fence at 3137 Sistine Chapel Circle
• Variance for an 8’ tall privacy fence at 3005 Pinewood Circle
• Variance for a 7' tall privacy fence at 1720 High Ridge Ln.
• Variance for a 29’ tall multiuse sign at 901 Canera Dr.
• Variance for a 6’ tall privacy fence at 1238 S. Main St.

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will review several resolutions to be introduced regarding municipal liens and city contracts. This includes proposals for emergency notifications and facility rentals.

• Resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties via Code Enforcement
• Resolution to contract with East Arkansas Broadcasters for Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex rental
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter an agreement with Onsolve, LLC for 'Code-Red' services

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will review several rezoning requests for residential and commercial districts. The commission will also consider an $8,510.00 sidewalk "in lieu" payment for 4229 Stadium Blvd.

• Rezoning 0.95 acres north of 804 Belt Street from R-1 to RM-16
• Rezoning 0.79 acres at 4913 E. Johnson Ave from R-1 to C-3
• Rezoning 3.00 acres at 5459 E. Nettleton Ave from R-1 to C-3
• $8,510.00 sidewalk "in lieu" payment for 4229 Stadium Blvd

City Council

The council will review ordinances to establish new ward boundaries based on the 2020 Census. The agenda also includes public hearings for right-of-way abandonment and decisions on various zoning changes.

• Establishment of new ward boundaries using 2020 Census data
• Rezoning Gant Street and Kitchen Street properties to PR-RM district
• Rezoning land near Nestle Road and Deer Lake to I-2 industrial
• Baseball mound replacement at Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex
• Abandonment of right-of-way along Jaybee Drive

Public Works Council Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding utility services for a traffic signal at East Highland Drive and roadway improvements at 620 Creath Avenue. The agenda also includes a proposal for a two-year lease of two sanitation knuckleboom trucks.

• Requesting free utility service at 9354 #A East Highland Drive for a traffic signal
• Purchasing additional right-of-way at 620 Creath Avenue for roadway improvements
• Entering into an indemnification agreement with Sahara Rose LLC
• Two-year lease contract for the purchase of two sanitation knuckleboom trucks

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding park maintenance and law enforcement funding. This includes a proposal to waive bidding for mound replacement at Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex. The committee will also review applications for federal grants for body-worn cameras and bulletproof vests.

• Resolution to waive competitive bidding for baseball mound replacement at Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex
• Application for DOJ Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Grant
• Application for DOJ Bureau of Justice Assistance Bullet Proof Vest Partnership grant

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will consider an ordinance to amend Jonesboro's ward boundaries using 2020 Census information. The committee will also review a resolution regarding the Title VI Program for the JET system.

• Ordinance ORD-22:026 to amend ward boundaries based on 2020 Census data
• Resolution RES-22:083 approving the Title VI Program for the JET system

Nominating and Rules Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance regarding how the A&P and PACE Commissions submit matters to the Council. Members will also review recommended appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions.

• Ordinance ORD-22:025 regarding commission submission processes
• Resolution RES-22:086 for board and commission appointments
• Approval of April 5, 2022, meeting minutes

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will hold a public hearing to discuss proposed updates to the Zoning Code. The meeting also includes a request for a sidewalk 'in lieu' fee at 2400 Industrial Drive and a preliminary subdivision application for Waterview Meadow.

• Proposed updates to the Zoning Code
• $20,985.75 sidewalk 'in lieu' fee request for 2400 Industrial Drive
• Preliminary subdivision of 9 lots at Waterview Meadow on Bettie Drive

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider ordinances regarding the placement of traffic signs at designated locations. The agenda also includes a resolution requesting funds from City Water and Light for a new fire truck and a discussion on mosquito control programs.

• Ordinance to place various traffic signs (ORD-22:019)
• Ordinance to place various traffic signs (ORD-22:022)
• Resolution requesting City Water and Light funds for a new fire truck (RES-22:064)
• Comparison of mosquito control programs across the US (COM-22:016)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments is reviewing multiple applications for property variances. These requests involve changes to setbacks, parking, and fence heights at various residential locations.

• Variance for setbacks and ceiling height at 509 Floyd Street
• Accessory building setback reduction at 5503 Beaver Lane
• Front yard ornamental fence variance at 710 Morningview Drive
• Privacy fence variances at 1238 S. Main Street and 4621 Judes Park
• 8' privacy fence variance at 3005 Pinewood Circle

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing requests for temporary school trailers, a preliminary subdivision, and a rezoning. Valley View School District seeks to place two classrooms near Kersey Lane. The commission will also consider 16 new lots at Annadale Drive and a density change on Gant Street.

• Two temporary classroom trailers west of 5603 Kersey Lane
• Barrington Park Phase X preliminary subdivision for 16 lots at Annadale Drive
• Rezoning 625 & 641 Gant St and 907 Kitchen St to PD-RM

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing resolutions regarding city contracts and grants. Proposed items include installing fiber connectivity at the shooting range and applying for a federal low-emissions grant. The committee will also consider amendments to the 2022 budget and salary plan.

• Contract with Ritter Communications to install fiber connectivity at the shooting range (3702 Moore Rd)
• Application for the U.S. Department of Transportation FY22 Low-No Emissions Grant
• Amendments to the 2022 budget and salary and administration plan

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider resolutions regarding infrastructure projects. These include a contract for the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex Phase IIA storage building and allocating American Rescue Plan funds for drainage improvements.

• Contract with Construction Network, Inc. for Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex Phase IIA - Storage Building
• Allocation of American Rescue Plan funds for drainage improvements

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning change for property east of Nestle Road to industrial use. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding transportation program funds and updates to the salary plan for uniformed employees. Additionally, the council will review private club permits and financial statements.

• Rezoning property east of Nestle Road from residential to industrial
• Resolution to apply for FY22 Transportation Alternatives Program funds
• Amendment to salary and administration plan for uniformed employees
• Private club permit transfer for Fraternal Order of Eagles #3357
• Private club permit for Don Jose at 2200 Wilkins Avenue

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review resolutions to amend the 2022 budget and the salary plan for uniformed employees. The agenda also includes a resolution to apply for federal transportation program funds.

• Resolution to apply for FY22 Federal-Aid Transportation Alternatives Program funds
• Resolution to amend salary and administration plan for uniformed employees
• Amendment to the 2022 budget
• Approval of April 12, 2022 meeting minutes

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing subdivision and rezoning applications. These include requests for new lots in Sarah's Crossing and Service Park, as well as a request to rezone land near Nestle Road.

• Rezoning 237.74 +/- acres from R-1 to I-2 at Nestle Road & Deer Lake
• Preliminary subdivision for 22 lots at Sarah's Crossing Phase III on Creekview Dr.
• Preliminary subdivision for 4 lots at Service Park Addition Phase II on Service Rd.

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council is reviewing several resolutions regarding roadway improvements and industrial agreements. The agenda also includes items to condemn four properties and a final reading on a rezoning request for Service Road.

• Contracts for Craighead Technology Park rail yard expansion (Meadows Contractors, LLC and Trac-Work, Inc.)
• Renovation contract with Wagner General Contractors, Inc. for Jonesboro Recreational Center
• Resolutions to condemn properties on Vine, E. Washington, Fairview, and E. Nettleton
• Rezoning of Service Road from C-3 to I-1 for A&J Deliveries
• Purchase of right-of-way at 902 and 1003 Creath Avenue

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments is reviewing a variance request to allow an existing drainage channel to remain open at 816 East Parker Road. The board will also consider the approval of minutes from the March 15 meeting.

• Variance VR-22-09: Allow existing drainage channel to remain open at 816 E. Parker Rd.
• Approval of March 15th BZA minutes (MIN-22:032)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision for 55 lots at Prospect Farms Phase VIII. The commission will also review a request to rezone property on Southwest Drive from residential to industrial use. Proposed changes to the Zoning Code are also scheduled for discussion.

• Prospect Farms Phase VIII: Preliminary subdivision for 55 lots on +/- 16 acres at Prospect Farms Road
• RZ-22-03: Rezoning of 2.12 +/- acres between 5427 and 5421 Southwest Drive from R-1 to I-1
• Proposed Zoning Code changes (COM-22:004) submitted by the Director of Planning and Zoning

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review several proposed resolutions regarding city contracts and grants. Items include park equipment purchases, athletic field sponsorships, and a right-of-way donation for road maintenance.

• Contract with Wagner General Contractors, Inc. for Jonesboro Recreational Center renovations
• Application for the FY 2023 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant from Arkansas State Police
• Sponsorship of an athletic field at Southside Softball Sports Complex by Jonesboro Monument Company
• Purchase of point of sale equipment for the Parks Department from Active Network, LLC
• Donation of right-of-way to the Arkansas State Highway and Transportation Department

City Council

The council will consider ordinances regarding a rezoning on Service Road and a private club permit. Members will also review resolutions for grant applications and municipal liens. The meeting includes presentations from the Mayor's office and the Youth Advancement Council.

• Rezoning of Service Road property from C-3 to I-1 (ORD-22:016)
• Ordinance to waive bidding for police license plate recognition equipment (ORD-22:017)
• Private club permit for As Don Jose at 2200 Wilkins Avenue (ORD-22:018)
• Resolution to contract with Jonesboro Baseball Boosters (RES-22:054)
• Application for the DOT RAISE grant (RES-22:058)

Public Works Council Committee

The committee is reviewing several proposed ordinances and resolutions regarding local infrastructure. These include purchasing additional right-of-way on Creath Avenue for roadway improvements and entering into contracts for the Craighead Technology Park rail yard expansion.

• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 902 Creath Avenue and 1003 Creath Avenue
• Agreement with Meadows Contractors, LLC for rail yard subgrade work
• Agreement with Trac-Work, Inc. for rail yard track construction
• Ordinance to place traffic signs at locations determined by the Traffic Control Committee
• Railroad license and operating agreement with New Patriot Entity, LLC

Nominating and Rules Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to make appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions as recommended by Mayor Harold Copenhaver. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 21, 2021, meeting.

• Resolution RES-22:053 for board and commission appointments
• Approval of minutes from the December 21, 2021 meeting

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions. These include a request to waive bidding for police equipment and applications for state and federal grants. The committee will also review resolutions regarding municipal liens on specific properties.

• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for police license plate recognition equipment and software
• Resolution to apply for the FY22 RAISE Grant for the Jonesboro Quality of Life and Connectivity Master Plan
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on 2215 Wood Street and 3016 HWY 141 N
• Resolution to enter an agreement with the Blue and You Foundation 2022 for five mini grants
• Resolution to apply for FY22 Recreational Trails Program funds from the Arkansas Department of Transportation

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will consider a preliminary subdivision request for Southard's Subdivision 2nd Addition. The agenda also includes proposed changes to the city's zoning code.

• Preliminary subdivision: Southard's Subdivision 2nd Addition at 907 Commerce Drive
• Proposed zoning code changes (COM-22:004) by Director Derrel Smith
• Approval of March 8, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances for industrial development revenue bonds and a rezoning request on Service Road. The agenda also includes several right-of-way purchases for roadway improvements and applications for private club permits.

• Ordinance authorizing industrial development revenue bonds (ORD-22:015)
• Rezoning of Service Road property from C-3 to I-1 (ORD-22:016)
• Right-of-way purchases for roadway improvements at various Creath Avenue addresses
• Private club permits for Unwind Cafe and Poppy's Beach Grill & Event Center
• Contract amendment for Jonesboro Recreational Center renovation

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider introducing resolutions to condemn four different properties. These proposals, sponsored by Code Enforcement, involve locations on Vine, E. Washington, Fariview, and E. Nettleton.

• Resolution to condemn 308B Vine
• Resolution to condemn 1208 E. Washington
• Resolution to condemn 3103 Fariview
• Resolution to condemn 5523 E. Nettleton

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will meet to elect a chair and approve minutes from September 2021. The committee will also consider resolutions for a contract with the Jonesboro Baseball Boosters and a facility usage agreement for Joe Mack Campbell Park.

• Resolution RES-22:054 to contract with the Jonesboro Baseball Boosters
• Resolution RES-22:055 for a facility usage agreement with Christmas Attractions, LLC at Joe Mack Campbell Park

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments is meeting to consider multiple variance applications. These requests involve changes to lot depth, setbacks, and landscaping requirements for various properties in Jonesboro.

• Variance for reduced lot depth at 1100 West Monroe Avenue
• Variance for reduced side and rear setbacks at 3003 Kingsbury Street
• Relocation of parking landscaping at Latourette Drive and Caraway Drive
• Reduction in greenspace requirements at 3003 Apache Drive

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will consider proposed zoning code changes and a rezoning request for land south of Service Road. The agenda also includes a conditional use request for a home day care at 322 Leslie Ann Drive.

• Rezoning 3.73 acres south of Service Road from C-3 to I-1
• Proposed zoning code changes by Director Derrel Smith
• Conditional use request for a home day care at 322 Leslie Ann Drive

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider ordinances to authorize the issuance of industrial development revenue bonds for the Colson Series 2022A, B & C project. The agenda also includes a resolution to amend an architectural services contract for the Jonesboro Recreational Center renovation.

• Ordinance ORD-22:015 regarding industrial development revenue bonds
• Resolution RES-22:052 to amend a contract with Brackett Krennerich for the Jonesboro Recreational Center renovation
• Approval of minutes from the February 22, 2022, Finance Committee meeting

City Council

The council will consider first readings for amendments to the Police Officers Bill of Rights and a drainage easement abandonment. The agenda also includes final votes on private club permits and several property rezonings. Additionally, the council will review grants for bulletproof vests and mountain bike trail development.

• Rezoning 5712 C.W. Post Rd from industrial to general commercial district
• Acceptance of FY 2021 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant
• Agreement with First Step Pavement Management for road inventory development
• Private club permit for Unwind Cafe at 2816 Creek Drive
• Rezoning 1510 and 1604 Woodsprings Road to residential planned development

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider several resolutions to purchase property for roadway improvements. These include acquisitions at various Creath Avenue locations and S Bridge Street. The agenda also includes a land use restriction for the former Strawfloor Road landfill.

• Right-of-way purchases at 500, 916, 629, 702, 616, and 303 Creath Avenue
• Right-of-way purchase at 310 S Bridge Street
• Permanent land use restriction for the former Strawfloor Road Class 4 Landfill
• Amendment to the Radio Tower Joint User Agreement with City Water and Light (CWL)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider several resolutions, including accepting a federal bulletproof vest grant and establishing jail fees with Craighead County. The committee will also discuss a field sponsorship at the shooting sports complex and a new mountain bike trail plan. An ordinance regarding mountain bike trail design remains on the agenda as a pending item.

• Resolution to contract with First Community Bank for a field sponsorship at Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex
• Resolution to accept the FY 2021 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant from the DOJ
• Resolution to establish jail fees between Jonesboro and Craighead County
• Resolution to partner with Jonesboro Unlimited for a mountain bike trail plan
• Pending ordinance regarding a contract with Studio Drift for mountain bike trail design

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The February 22, 2022, meeting of the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission was cancelled due to no submittals. No items were presented for review or decision.

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will review multiple variance requests for various properties in Jonesboro. These applications include requests regarding sign heights, parking space reductions, setbacks, and fence regulations.

• Variance for a 10' tall monument sign at 5210 Stadium Blvd
• Variance for a 25% reduction in parking spaces at 816 East Parker Rd
• Variance for an adjusted setback at 910 Professional Acres Dr
• Variance for an 8' tall privacy fence at 3402 Turtle Creek Rd
• Variance for reduced parking and building materials on Browns Lane Access Road

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will review an ordinance amending the Police Officers Bill of Rights. The committee will also consider a resolution for 2022 federal transit certifications for JET.

• Ordinance ORD-22:011 regarding the Police Officers Bill of Rights
• Resolution RES-22:034 for 2022 FTA certifications for JET
• Approval of minutes from January 18, 2022

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments is reviewing multiple applications for zoning variances. These include requests regarding signage, parking reductions, setbacks, and fence heights.

• 10' monument sign variance at 5210 Stadium Blvd
• 25% reduction in parking spaces at 816 East Parker Rd
• Adjusted setback for existing building at 910 Professional Acres Dr
• 8' tall privacy fence request at 3402 Turtle Creek Rd
• Reduced parking and building material requirements at 3914 Stadium Blvd

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will consider change orders for the Craighead Technology Park rail expansion and a property sale on North Main Street. The agenda also features first readings for new private club permits and ordinances regarding traffic signs and road inventory. Additionally, the council will review rezoning requests for C.W. Post Road and Woodsprings Road.

• Change orders for Craighead Technology Park rail expansion projects
• Sale of North Main Street property to Watson Ice Company, LLC
• Private club permits for Unwind Cafe and Poppy's Beach Grill & Event Center
• Rezoning of 5712 C.W. Post Rd from industrial to commercial
• Purchase of a used tractor and equipment for the Parks Department

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider introducing several ordinances and resolutions. Proposed items include mountain bike trail research, a tractor purchase for the Parks Department, and a property sale to Watson Ice Company, LLC.

• Ordinance to authorize a used tractor purchase for the Parks Department
• Contract with Studio Drift for mountain bike trail research and design
• Resolution for field sponsorship at Joe Mack Campbell Sports Complex by CME, Inc.
• Resolution to sell property at Lot 6 Block 1 North Main Street to Watson Ice Company, LLC

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will review several ordinances regarding property rezonings and police vehicle purchases. The agenda also includes a request to apply for federal recreational trail funds. Additionally, the council will consider a private club permit application for a local restaurant.

• Rezoning 5712 C.W. Post Rd from industrial to general commercial
• Rezoning 1510 and 1604 Woodsprings Road to residential planned development
• Waiving bidding to purchase eight Chevrolet vehicles for police and administration
• Private club permit application for Umai Sushi & Grill at 1841 E. Highland
• Applying for federal funds for the ATV Park Trail

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee is considering ordinances for traffic sign placement and a roadway inventory agreement with First Step Pavement Management. The meeting also includes resolutions regarding a utility easement and change orders for the Craighead Technology Park rail expansion.

• Ordinance to place traffic signs at locations determined by the Traffic Control Committee
• Agreement with First Step Pavement Management to develop a roadway inventory
• Easement for ingress and egress for City Water and Light Plant at the Sports Complex
• Change order No. 2 for Craighead Technology Park rail expansion (Section II)
• Change order No. 1 for Craighead Technology Park rail expansion (Section I)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is considering an ordinance to purchase several Chevrolet vehicles without competitive bidding. The committee will also review a resolution to apply for federal-aid recreational trails program funds.

• Ordinance ORD-22:003 to waive bidding for three police Tahoes, four police Silverados, and one administration Tahoe
• Resolution RES-22:025 to apply for FY21 Recreational Motorized Trails Program funds from the Arkansas Department of Transportation

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing two rezoning applications. One request involves changing 2.35 acres at 1510 and 1604 Woodsprings Road to a residential planned development. Another seeks to rezone 27.76 acres at 5712 C.W. Post Road from industrial to general commercial use.

• Rezoning of 1510 and 1604 Woodsprings Road to PD-RS residential development
• Rezoning of 5712 C.W. Post Road from I-1 LUO to C-3 general commercial district
• Approval of December 14, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will vote on several resolutions, including a two-year lease for automated sanitation trucks and the purchase of right-of-way for road improvements. The agenda also includes applications for federal grant funds and multiple resolutions to place municipal liens on local properties.

• Two-year lease contract for five automated sanitation trucks, one frontload, and one rearload truck
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 403 S Gee Street, 220 S Patrick Street, and 804 Creath Avenue
• Application for federal EDA American Rescue Plan Act grant funds for tourism and recreation
• Rezoning of property located at 5005 East Nettleton Avenue
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on properties including 4304 Race St. and 1314 Turner St.

Public Safety Council Committee

The January 18, 2022, meeting agenda for the Jonesboro Public Safety Council Committee contains only procedural items. The committee will conduct a roll call and elect a chair. No specific new business or pending items are listed on this agenda.

• Election of a committee chair
• Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board is considering multiple applications for building setbacks, landscaping, and fence height variances. These include requests for properties on Stadium Blvd, Southwest Drive, and Brookshire Drive. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from November 16, 2021.

• Variance for exterior features and landscaping at 3315 Stadium Blvd
• Setback adjustments for properties on Southwest Drive
• Request for a 6-foot privacy fence at 5601 Brookshire Drive
• Ceiling height reduction request for 1020 East Washington Avenue
• Reduced lot depth and setback requests for West Monroe Avenue

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will review ordinances to waive competitive bidding for police equipment and fire truck repairs. Members will also consider a two-year lease for several sanitation trucks and an application for federal grant funds. Additionally, numerous resolutions regarding municipal liens on local properties are scheduled for consideration.

• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for police vehicle equipment
• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for fire truck body work
• Two-year lease contract for seven sanitation trucks
• Application for federal American Rescue Plan Act grant funds
• Resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider two rezoning applications. One request involves changing 2.35 acres on Woodsprings Road to a residential planned development. A second request proposes changing 27.76 acres on C.W. Post Road to a general commercial district.

• Rezoning 1510 and 1604 Woodsprings Road from C-4 to PD-RS
• Rezoning 5712 C.W. Post Road from I-1 LUO to C-3

City Council

The council will review a resolution to acquire property at 105 North Drake Street and multiple zoning amendments. The agenda also includes janitorial service agreements and a firefighter grant application. Additionally, the council will review November 2021 financial statements.

• Property acquisition at 105 North Drake Street
• Rezoning of 505 East Nettleton Avenue
• Janitorial service agreements for Municipal Center and other locations
• Firefighter grant application through the AFG program
• Zoning boundary changes for Neil Circle and 209 Bettie Drive

Public Works Council Committee

The committee will review resolutions for roadway improvements and property acquisitions. This includes proposals for right-of-way at 220 S Patrick Street, 804 Creath Avenue, and 403 S Gee Street. The agenda also covers continuing a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey.

• Continuing a joint funding agreement with the U.S. Geological Survey for two streamgages
• Offer and acceptance to purchase property at 403 S Gee Street
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 220 S Patrick Street for roadway improvements
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 804 Creath Avenue for roadway improvements