Maumelle public meetings in 2024

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will consider a proposed amendment to drainage ordinance Section 70-139 regarding 100-year flow path and lot drainage, and a preliminary development plan amendment for a landscape plan at 223 Country Club Pkwy. The commission will also handle administrative items including replat filings, officer elections, and calendar review.

• Old Business: Code amendment CAU-24-4 to drainage ordinance 70-139 regarding 100-year flow path and lot drainage (550 Edgewood Dr)
• New Business: Preliminary development plan amendment SUB-21-8 for landscape plan at 223 Country Club Pkwy
• Replat CCA 24B Lot 1754 – easement increase (filed for record)
• Election of new secretary and recognition of new commissioner Lauren Rose
• Review and approval of 2025 Planning Commission meeting calendar

The Maumelle Planning Commission approved a code amendment to the drainage ordinance (CAU-24-4) with modifications, including 100-year storm event requirements and lot elevation standards. The commission also deferred a landscape plan amendment for PTI (SUB-21-8) to the January 23, 2025 meeting. Commissioner Wnek was elected secretary, and the October 24, 2024 minutes were approved.

• Approved drainage code amendment CAU-24-4 with modifications (7-0)
• Deferred PTI landscape plan amendment SUB-21-8 to January 23, 2025 (7-0)
• Elected Mary Wnek as secretary (7-0)
• Approved October 24, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The council will hold public hearings and consider third reading of ordinances establishing Municipal Property Owners' Improvement Districts 2024-01 and 2024-02. They will also vote on resolutions to amend the 2024 budget and approve the 2025 operating budget, and authorize a mutual aid agreement with North Little Rock for dispatching services. The agenda includes a financial statement review and approval of minutes from December 2.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1139 establishing Improvement District #2024-01
• Third reading of Ordinance 1140 establishing Improvement District #2024-02
• Resolution 2024-43 to amend 2024 General & Grant Fund budgets (includes Gateway Park funding)
• Resolution 2024-44 approving the 2025 operating budget for the City of Maumelle
• Resolution 2024-45 approving a mutual aid agreement with North Little Rock for dispatching services

The Maumelle City Council adopted two ordinances establishing Improvement Districts #2024-01 and #2024-02, each passing 6-2 with Council Members Mosley and Holt voting no. The council also approved the 2023 audit, November financials, several resolutions including budget amendments and a mutual aid agreement for 911 dispatch consolidation with North Little Rock, and a procedural motion to read ordinances by title only. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted Ordinance 1139 establishing Improvement District #2024-01 (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance 1140 establishing Improvement District #2024-02 (6-2)
• Accepted 2023 audit (unanimous)
• Accepted November financial report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-43 amending 2024 general and grant fund budgets (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-44 approving 2024 operating budget (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-45 approving mutual aid agreement with North Little Rock for 911 dispatch (unanimous)
• Approved motion to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission will consider a request from Chief Pickard to suspend the minimum time-in-grade requirement for Police Sergeants, allowing all current sergeants to test for the Lieutenant's position in the 2025 Promotional Exam. The commission will also vote on approving the minutes from the October 14, 2024 meeting. The November 12 meeting was canceled due to a lack of agenda items.

• Chief Pickard requests one-time suspension of minimum time-in-grade for Police Sergeant to test for Lieutenant in 2025 Promotional Exam.
• Approval of October 14, 2024 meeting minutes.

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Planning Commission Subcommittee will discuss a code amendment regarding drainage facility design and lot drainage. The body will also consider a preliminary development plan amendment for PTI.

• Code Amendment CAU-24-4 to drainage ordinance 70-139
• Preliminary Development Plan Amendment SUB-21-8 for PTI at 223 Country Club Pkwy

City Council

The City Council will conduct second readings for ordinances establishing two municipal property owners' improvement districts. The meeting also includes a runoff election notice for Ward 1 Position 1.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1139: Improvement District #2024-01 (Stone Canyon Project)
• Second reading of Ordinance 1140: Improvement District #2024-02
• Runoff Election for Maumelle City Council Ward 1 Position 1 on December 3rd

City Council

The council will hold third readings of ordinances 1139 and 1140 to establish Municipal Property Owners' Improvement Districts 2024-01 and 2024-02. They will also consider Resolution 2024-42 authorizing a cash loan from the General Fund to the Sanitation Fund, with reimbursement after a sanitation rate increase. Additionally, they will appoint Lauren C. Rose to the Planning Commission and review a financial report.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1139 establishing Improvement District #2024-01
• Third reading of Ordinance 1140 establishing Improvement District #2024-02
• Resolution 2024-42 authorizing cash loan from General Fund to Sanitation Fund
• Planning Commission appointment of Lauren C. Rose
• Financial statement review by Director of Finance Beatriz Sousa

City Council

The City Council will hold third readings for ordinances regarding the Master Street Plan and zoning for the Mayberry property and Tract III. The body will also consider a preliminary development plan for the Church of Maumelle.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1136 to amend zoning map for 35.7 acres along White Oak Crossing
• Third reading of Ordinance 1137 to amend Land Use Plan Map for 103 Audubon Drive
• Third reading of Ordinance 1138 to amend the Master Street Plan
• Second reading of Ordinances 1139 and 1140 to establish Improvement Districts #2024-01 and #2024-02
• Resolution 2024-41 to approve a preliminary development plan for Church of Maumelle (Tract III, Split of Good Samaritan)

Planning Commission

This meeting's agenda is largely procedural. The Planning Commission will vote to approve the minutes from the September 26, 2024 regular meeting and discuss adopting the 2025 meeting schedule. Due to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, the November and December 2024 meetings will be moved from the fourth Thursday to the third Thursday of the month. No new zoning, development, or public hearing items are scheduled for this meeting.

• Approval of minutes from the September 26, 2024 regular meeting
• Adoption of the 2025 Planning Commission meeting schedule with dates and deadlines
• Meeting date adjustment for November and December 2024 to the third Thursday due to holidays

City Council

The City Council will hold final readings on ordinances raising residential solid waste collection fees, approving a franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber LLC, authorizing electronic funds transfers, and adopting a code of ethics for boards and commissions. Second readings continue for zoning map and land use changes, and new business includes creating two property owners' improvement districts (Stone Canyon and Cypress Bend) and certifying the 2024 tax rate.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1132 to raise solid waste collection fees by $7.63 per month (approx. 50% increase)
• Third reading of Ordinance 1133 approving a communications network franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber LLC
• Second reading of Ordinance 1136 to rezone 35.7 acres along White Oak Crossing (Mayberry property) to commercial
• Resolution 2024-38 and 2024-39 to set petition hearing dates for forming improvement districts for Stone Canyon and Cypress Bend projects
• Resolution 2024-40 certifying the 2024 taxation rate for real and personal property in Maumelle

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission will consider approving the September meeting minutes and discuss a request from the Fire Department for a temporary promotion. The meeting includes a public comment period and will adjourn after additional comments.

• Fire Department requests approval of a temporary promotion
• Approval of September 9, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission Subcommittee will discuss a code amendment to the drainage ordinance and review two new business items: a variance request from Entergy for a private road easement and a preliminary development plan for the Church of Maumelle at 103 Audubon Dr. No final decisions are made at the subcommittee level; recommendations will be forwarded to the full commission.

• CAU-24-4: Amendment to drainage ordinance Section 70-139 regarding facility design and lot drainage (550 Edgewood Dr, applicant: Scott Grummer, City of Maumelle)
• STP-24-4/CUSE-24-4: Entergy variance request to allow private road/service easement not conforming to public right-of-way standards (200 Four Paws LN)
• SUB-24-15: Church of Maumelle preliminary development plan for a church on vacant property (103 Audubon Dr, applicant: Josh Minton, Minton Engineering)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a conditional use permit for a utility substation and hold first readings for several zoning and land use map amendments. The meeting also includes second readings for ordinances regarding solid waste fees, a fiber franchise agreement, and a city code of ethics.

• Resolution 2024-37: Conditional use permit for a utility substation at Lot 1A, Maumelle East Industrial Park
• Ordinance 1136: Zoning map amendment for 35.7 acres along White Oak Crossing
• Ordinance 1137: Land Use Plan & Map amendment for Tract III, 103 Audubon Drive
• Ordinance 1138: Amendment to the Master Street Plan
• Ordinance 1133: Franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber LLC

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will vote on a conditional use permit for Entergy to build a 115kV substation at 200 Four Paws Lane to serve the industrial park. They also consider a replat for Lake Liquor Sub Lot 1, an extension for the Harris & Pfeifer plat, and an appeal for a variance at 116 Natural Trl. Staff recommends approval for the substation and the replat.

• Replat of Lake Liquor Sub Lot 1 at 20710 Highway 365 N (recommended approval)
• Second extension for Harris & Pfeifer Addition and Triavictus Replat at 70 Maumelle Village Drive (approved)
• Conditional use permit for Entergy substation at 200 Four Paws Lane (staff recommends do pass)
• Site plan review for Entergy substation (staff recommends approval)
• Appeal for variance to allow accessory structure 2 feet into 7-foot side setback at 116 Natural Trl

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading of Ordinance 1132, which would raise residential solid waste collection fees from $22.14 to $22.72. The Council will also vote on Resolution 2024-36 to amend the 2024 General Fund Budget to appropriate additional funds for telephone and utilities. First readings are scheduled for ordinances approving a franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber LLC, authorizing electronic funds transfers, and adopting a code of ethics for city boards and commissions. A financial statement review and a presentation on a sanitation rate increase are also on the agenda.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1132 raising solid waste fees from $22.14 to $22.72
• Resolution 2024-36 amending the 2024 General Fund Budget for increased telephone and utility costs
• First reading of Ordinance 1133 approving a communications network franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber LLC
• First reading of Ordinance 1134 authorizing electronic funds transfer for municipal bills
• First reading of Ordinance 1135 adopting a code of ethics for all City Boards and Commissions

The Maumelle City Council approved an amended solid waste collection fee increase, setting the new rate at $23.13 per month, up from $22.72, with a 6-2 vote. The council also moved several ordinances to second reading, including a franchise agreement with Uniti Fiber, an electronic funds transfer authorization, and a code of ethics for boards and commissions. A motion to reconsider the fee increase failed 5-3.

• Approved amended solid waste fee increase to $23.13 (6-2)
• Motion to reconsider fee increase failed (5-3)
• First reading of Ordinance 1133 (Uniti Fiber franchise) - second reading next meeting
• First reading of Ordinance 1134 (EFT payments) - second reading next meeting
• First reading of Ordinance 1135 (Code of Ethics) - second reading next meeting
• Approved Resolution 2024-36 amending 2024 General Fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 3, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved August financial report (unanimous)

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission Sub-Committee will review seven items including a conditional use permit for an Entergy substation, a rezoning of Mayberry property, a land use amendment for a church development, and proposed changes to the Master Street Plan. They will also consider two variance requests and a drainage code amendment. The sub-committee will make recommendations to the full Planning Commission.

• Conditional use permit and site plan for proposed Entergy substation at 200 Four Paws Ln
• Rezoning of property at 10000 White Oak Xing from PRD to C-3 (Mayberry Rezoning)
• Land use amendment from SUR to INST for church development at 103 Audubon Dr (Audubon Tract III)
• Multiple amendments to Master Street Plan including new collectors, minor arterials, and roundabouts
• Code amendment to Section 70-139 regarding drainage facility design and lot drainage

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission will consider certifying the Police Department entry list and receive updates on new hires for both the Fire and Police Departments. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comment. The agenda is largely procedural and administrative.

• Certify Police Department entry list
• Update on Fire Department new hires
• Update on Police Department new hires
• Approval of August 12th meeting minutes

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission approved the draft 2025 Police and Fire Promotional Exam Dates by a 5-0 vote. The commission also certified the Police Department entry list with 14 candidates and received updates on new hires: two entry-level firefighters attending the Arkansas Fire Academy and one certified police officer hired. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved draft 2025 Police and Fire Promotional Exam Dates (5-0)
• Certified Police Department entry list with 14 candidates
• Approved August 12, 2024 meeting minutes as written (5-0)

City Council

The Maumelle City Council will hold a regular meeting on September 3, 2024. The agenda includes the third reading of Ordinance 1131 (supplemental city code provisions), first reading of Ordinance 1132 amending residential solid waste collection fees, a resolution to sell two surplus refuse trucks, and a resolution authorizing the mayor to execute a solid waste facility financial assurance agreement. The council will also elect a president pro tem for the September 19th meeting.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1131 enacting supplemental provisions of the Maumelle City Code
• First reading of Ordinance 1132 amending residential solid waste collection fees (no action required)
• Resolution 2024-34 approving sale of a 2010 Side Load Refuse Truck and a 2002 Rear Load Refuse Truck for the Sanitation Department
• Resolution 2024-35 authorizing the mayor to execute a Solid Waste Facility Financial Assurance Agreement
• Election of President Pro Tem for the September 19th meeting

The Maumelle City Council approved Ordinance 1131, adopting supplemental provisions of the city code, and amended Ordinance 1132 to change solid waste collection fees from $22.14 to $22.72, with a second reading scheduled for the next meeting. The council also approved resolutions for surplus property disposal and solid waste facility financial assurance, and nominated Council Member Tierney as Mayor Pro Tem for the September 16 meeting.

• Adopted Ordinance 1131 (supplemental city code provisions) (unanimous)
• Amended Ordinance 1132 to change solid waste fee from $22.14 to $22.72 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-34 for disposal of city surplus property (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2024-35 for solid waste facility financial assurance (unanimous)
• Nominated Council Member Tierney as Mayor Pro Tem for September 16 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of August 19, 2024, with amendment to add bracket reference to September 3 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for a replat at 20710 Highway 365 N and a second extension request for a combined preliminary replat at 305 Murphy Drive.

• SUB-24-13: Proposed preliminary plat to replat part of Tract 3 Winnetka Acres to Lot 1 Lake Liquor Subdivision (20710 Highway 365 N)
• SUB-22-18: Second extension request for combined preliminary replat of Harris & Pfeifer Addition and Triavictus (305 Murphy Drive)

The Maumelle Planning Commission approved a replat for Lot 1 of Lake Liquor Sub, parceling out 1.2 acres of commercial property at 20710 Highway 365 N, with a 10-foot right-of-way dedication along the highway. The commission also approved a second extension for the Harris & Pfiefer Addition preliminary plat at 70 Maumelle Village Drive, which had stalled due to a change in engineering firms. Both motions passed 7-0. The meeting also included approval of the July 25 minutes and staff announcements about plats heading to filing.

• Approved July 25, 2024 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended approval of Lake Liquor Sub Lot 1 replat, 20710 Highway 365 N (7-0)
• Approved second extension for Harris & Pfiefer Addition preliminary plat, 70 Maumelle Village Drive (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss utilizing Federal-Aid Transportation Program Funds and Block Grants for two specific road projects. The body will also consider a budget amendment to allocate a donation for fire equipment.

• Resolution 2024-31: Amending 2024 General Fund Budget to appropriate a Tractor Supply Company donation for fire equipment
• Resolution 2024-32: Use of Federal-Aid funds for White Oak Crossing Access Management
• Resolution 2024-33: Use of Federal-Aid funds for Club Manor Corridor Improvements
• Ordinance 1131: Second reading of supplemental provisions of the Maumelle City Code
• Discussion of Sanitation Rate Study

The council discussed a sanitation rate study and directed staff to prepare an ordinance for a rate increase (option 1) with an annual CPI-based adjustment (option 4), and to have PMI recalculate the numbers. They also approved resolutions to amend the general fund budget for a fire hose purchase, to apply for federal-aid funds for White Oak Crossing access management, and to apply for additional funding for the Club Manor Corridor project. The Club Manor resolution passed 6-2, with Council Members Mosley and Tierney voting no.

• Approved minutes of August 5, 2024 (all in favor)
• Accepted July financial report (all in favor)
• Approved procedural motion to read ordinances/resolutions by title only (all in favor)
• Directed staff to prepare sanitation rate increase ordinance with annual CPI adjustment (no formal vote)
• Approved Resolution 2024-31 amending general fund budget for fire hose purchase (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2024-32 expressing willingness to use federal-aid funds for White Oak Crossing (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2024-33 for Club Manor Corridor funding (6-2, Mosley and Tierney no)
• Motion to table Resolution 2024-33 failed for lack of second

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission will consider certifying an entry-level Fire Department hiring list and receive an update on the Police Department entry-level test. They will also approve minutes from the June 10 meeting, after the July 8 meeting was cancelled for lack of items.

• Certify entry-level Fire Department hiring list
• Update on entry-level Police Department test
• Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Note that July 8, 2024 meeting was cancelled

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission certified the Entry Level Fire Department eligibility list and received an update on the police entry-level test, where 16 of 49 applicants passed. The June 10 minutes were approved, and the July 8 meeting was noted as cancelled for lack of agenda items.

• Approved June 10 minutes as written (5-0)
• Certified Entry Level Fire Department list (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission Subcommittee will review a single new business item: a replat of part of Tract 3 Winnetka Acres to create Lot 1 of Lake Liquor Subdivision. The proposed location is 20710 Highway 365 N. The applicant representative is Roy Andrews of Holloway Engineering.

• SUB-24-13: Replat of part of Tract 3 Winnetka Acres to Lot 1 Lake Liquor Subdivision at 20710 Highway 365 N

City Council

The City Council will discuss amending the 2024 General, Street & Sanitation Fund Budget and the sale of surplus police vehicles. The body will also address civil service appointments and the first reading of an ordinance to update the City Code.

• Resolution 2024-29: Amending the 2024 General, Street & Sanitation Fund Budget for the Arkansas Municipal League Vehicle and Property Program
• Resolution 2024-30: Sale of two 2016 Ford Interceptors and one 2011 Dodge Charger
• Ordinance 1131: First reading to adopt supplemental provisions of the Maumelle City Code
• Civil Service Appointments: Consideration of Eric Vandyke and Harvey Durham

The Maumelle City Council appointed Harvey Durham to the Civil Service Commission by majority vote, filling a term ending in May 2030. The council also approved resolutions amending the 2024 budget for insurance costs and authorizing the sale of surplus police vehicles. Ordinance 1131, which codifies city code supplements, was read for the first time and will be considered again at the next meeting.

• Appointed Harvey Durham to Civil Service Commission (majority vote)
• Approved Resolution 2024-29 amending 2024 General, Street & Sanitation Fund budget (all in favor)
• Approved Resolution 2024-30 for sale of two 2016 Ford Interceptors and a 2011 Dodge Charger (all in favor)
• Approved minutes of July 15, 2024 (all in favor)
• Adopted procedural motion to read ordinances/resolutions by title only (all in favor)

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will consider a 166-lot single-family subdivision in the ETJ, review the Gateway Park site plan including a variance to use alternative paving materials, and discuss an update to the Master Street Plan to align with Pulaski County's land use update. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public comments.

• Proposed 166-lot single-family subdivision at 14723 Smalling Rd (preliminary plat)
• Gateway Park site plan review at 101 Millwood Cir with variance request for parking material other than asphalt or concrete (decomposed granite)
• Master Street Plan amendment to coincide with Pulaski County land use update
• Variance request for Section 94-600 regarding parking material at Gateway Park
• Approval of June 27, 2024 meeting minutes

The Maumelle Planning Commission approved the Gateway Park site plan, landscape plan, and a variance for decomposed granite parking, all with 4-3 votes (3 absent). It also recommended approval of the Master Street Plan update and approved the Smalling Road subdivision preliminary plat with 14% open space. All decisions were made with the same 4-3 vote tally.

• Approved variance for decomposed granite parking at Gateway Park (4-3)
• Approved Gateway Park site plan (4-3)
• Approved Gateway Park landscape plan (4-3)
• Recommended Do Pass for Master Street Plan update (4-3)
• Approved Smalling Road subdivision preliminary plat with 14% open space (4-3)

City Council

The City Council will hear a presentation on solid waste rates, consider third readings of two ordinances (street dedication and plat vacation), and review the June 2024 financial statement. Civil service appointments for Eric Vandyke and Harvey Durham are also on the agenda.

• Doug Ford – Solid Waste Rate Study Presentation
• Third reading of Ordinance 1129 accepting dedication of streets and drainage in Maumelle Valley Estates Phase XX & XXI
• Third reading of Ordinance 1130 vacating plat of Lots 695–726 in Country Club of Arkansas Addition
• Financial statement review for June 2024 by Director of Finance Beatriz Sousa
• Appointments to Civil Service Commission: Eric Vandyke and Harvey Durham

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The subcommittee will review a proposed 166-lot single family subdivision at 14723 Smalling Rd. The agenda also includes an amendment to the Master Street Plan and a site plan review for Gateway Park.

• Proposed 166-lot single family detached subdivision at 14723 Smalling Rd
• Amendment to the Master Street Plan at 550 Edgewood Dr
• Site plan, landscape plan, and variance request for Gateway Park at 101 Millwood Cir

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing a contract with FORVIS MAZARS, LLP for the city's 2023 audit and amending the 2024 General Fund Budget to fund it. The meeting also includes reviews of ordinances regarding street dedications in Maumelle Valley Estates and a plat vacation.

• Resolution 2024-27: Authorizing a contract with FORVIS MAZARS, LLP for the 2023 Audit
• Resolution 2024-28: Amending the 2024 General Fund Budget to fund the 2023 audit
• Ordinance 1129: Accepting dedication of streets and drainage in Maumelle Valley Estates Phase XX & XXI
• Ordinance 1130: Vacating the plat for Lots 695-726 in the Country Club of Arkansas Addition

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will review the site plan for Gateway Park at 101 Millwood Circle. This includes a variance request to use decayed shale or similar materials instead of asphalt or concrete for parking areas. Staff has also requested a deferral on a proposed code amendment regarding parking and stormwater requirements.

• Gateway Park site plan review at 101 Millwood Circle
• Variance request for parking material (Section 94-600)
• Proposed code amendment for parking and stormwater (CAU-24-3)
• Staff request to defer CAU-24-3 code amendment

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to make the Mayor's office a full-time position. They are also considering budget amendments for hailstorm repairs and fountain maintenance at Lake Valencia. Additionally, the council will discuss an economic development contract with the Maumelle Area Chamber of Commerce.

• Resolution 2024-23: Economic Development Service Contract with MACC
• Resolution 2024-24: Budget amendment for hailstorm damage repairs
• Resolution 2024-25: Proposal to make the Mayor's position full-time
• Ordinance 1129: Street and drainage dedication in Maumelle Valley Estates
• Resolution 2024-26: Budget amendment for Fountain at Lake Valencia repairs

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Planning Commission Subcommittee will review the proposed site and landscape plans for Gateway Park at 101 Millwood Cir. The meeting also includes a discussion on amending Section 94 of the code regarding parking material requirements and stormwater.

• Site plan and landscape plan review for Gateway Park at 101 Millwood Cir
• Proposed code amendment to Section 94 regarding parking material requirements and stormwater

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission will hold elections for Chairman and Secretary. The Director of HR will also provide an update regarding entry level Fire Department candidates and new hires for the Police Department.

• Election of Chairman and Secretary
• Update on entry level Fire Department candidates
• Update on new hires for the Police Department
• Approval of April 11, 2024 Special Called Meeting minutes

City Council

The Maumelle City Council will vote on final readings for ordinances amending the city's land use plan and zoning maps. The council will also consider proposals regarding compensation for elected officials and a budget amendment for the pickleball project.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1120 to amend the Master Maumelle Land Use Plan & Map
• Third readings of ordinances amending compensation for the Mayor, City Clerk/Treasurer, City Attorney, and Council
• Resolution 2024-19 to name the Lake Willastein suspension bridge in honor of Robert D. Holloway
• Resolution 2024-20 to transfer funds within the 2024 General Fund Budget for the pickleball project
• Resolution 2024-21 to approve the sale of a 2011 Dodge Charger for the police department

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a preliminary plat for 57 residential lots at Maumelle Valley Estates and a site plan for Gateway Park. The body will also review a replat for a commercial lot at 12805 Maumelle Blvd.

• SUB-24-7: Preliminary plat for 57 single family residential lots at 10 Mockingbird Ln
• STP-24-3: Site and landscape plan for Gateway Park at 101 Millwood Cir
• SUB-24-6: Replat of CCA Phase 15 to vacate right of way and residential lots into one commercial lot at 12805 Maumelle Blvd

City Council

The Maumelle City Council will consider several ordinances regarding zoning regulations and the city's land use plan. The council will also review proposed compensation adjustments for the mayor, city attorney, city clerk/treasurer, and council members. Additionally, the council will hear a 2022 audit presentation from FORVIS.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1118 regarding indoor amusement and recreation establishments
• Second readings for amendments to the Master Land Use Plan and Map
• Second readings for compensation schedule amendments for elected officials
• Second reading of Ordinance 1127 regarding penalties for council member absences
• Confirmation of Jeremy Oglesby to the Facilities Board

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission subcommittee will review three items: a replat of CCA Phase 15 to consolidate previously approved residential lots and right-of-way into one commercial lot, a preliminary plat for 57 single-family lots in Maumelle Valley Estates Phases 20 and 21, and a site plan for Gateway Park. These are preliminary reviews and discussions, not final decisions.

• SUB-24-6: Replat of CCA Phase 15 to vacate right of way and residential lots into one commercial lot at 12805 Maumelle Blvd
• SUB-24-7: Preliminary plat for Maumelle Valley Estates Phases 20 and 21, 57 single-family lots at 10 Mockingbird Ln
• STP-24-3: Gateway Park site plan review at 101 Millwood Cir

City Council

The Maumelle City Council will vote on several resolutions, including budget amendments for hailstorm repairs and new land use permits. The meeting also includes first readings of ordinances regarding zoning changes and official compensation schedules.

• Resolution 2024-15: Conditional Use Permit for residential use in Carnahan Village Subdivision
• Resolution 2024-16: Conditional Use Permit for a Municipal Recreational Facility at 101 Millwood Circle
• Resolution 2024-17: Amending the 2024 General Fund Budget to authorize insurance funds for hailstorm repairs
• Resolution 2024-18: Requesting Metroplan prepare a Transportation Plan for Maumelle
• Ordinances 1123–1126: First readings to amend compensation schedules for city officials

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a city-wide Master Land Use Map amendment, a replat for CCA Phase 15, a conditional use permit for the Carnahan Square mixed-use development, and amendments for a proposed Gateway Park. The agenda also includes approval of the March 28 minutes and public comments on non-agenda items.

• LUSE-24-1: City-wide Master Land Use Map amendment (550 Edgewood Dr)
• SUB-24-6: Replat of CCA Phase 15 to vacate right of way and residential lots into one commercial lot (12805 Maumelle Blvd)
• CUSE-23-1: Conditional use permit for residential use in PCD district for Carnahan Square (1605 Club Manor Dr)
• LUSE-24-2, RZE-24-1, CUSE-24-3: Gateway Park amendments - rezoning to OS, land use to INST, conditional use for recreational facility (101 Millwood Circle)

City Council

The City Council will consider amending the 2024 General Fund Budget to authorize spending insurance money for hailstorm damage repairs. The agenda also includes first readings of ordinances regarding animal penalties and zoning changes for indoor recreation. Additionally, the council will discuss Gateway Park and a bridge name change.

• Resolution 2024-13: Amending budget to use insurance funds for hailstorm repairs
• Ordinance 1117: First reading regarding penalties for hazardous animals and animal licenses
• Ordinance 1118: First reading to permit indoor amusement and recreation establishments
• Resolution 2024-14: Conditional Use Permit for an outdoor amusement establishment in Maumelle Commercial Park Addition
• Ordinance 1119: First reading to prohibit certain dog breeds

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission is holding a special called meeting to consider several personnel items for the Police and Fire Departments. These include approving the 2024 promotional list, a temporary appointment requested by the Police Department, approval of entry exams, and a temporary promotion of a Firefighter to Lieutenant for 60 days. The agenda is otherwise procedural with no public comment or old business.

• Approval of 2024 Police and Fire Departments promotional list
• Police Department temporary appointment request
• Approval of Police and Fire Department entry exams (dates set by HR)
• Fire Department temporary promotion of Firefighter to Lieutenant for 60 days

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission subcommittee will review several planning items, including a citywide update to the Master Land Use Map, a replat to consolidate residential lots into a commercial lot, and conditional use permits for residential and recreational uses. These are discussions and recommendations, not final decisions.

• LUSE-24-1: Master Land Use Map amendment, citywide update, at 550 Edgewood Dr.
• SUB-24-6: Replat of CCA Phase 15 to vacate right-of-way and residential lots into one commercial lot at 12805 Maumelle Blvd.
• CUSE-23-1: Conditional use permit for residential use in PCD district at Carnahan Square, 1605 Club Manor Dr.
• LUSE-24-2, RZE-24-1, CUSE-24-3: Gateway Park amendments, rezoning to OS, land use to INST, and conditional use permit for recreational facility at 101 Millwood Circle.

City Council

The Maumelle City Council will vote on four ordinances that realign collector streets serving the Diamond Point and Stony Mountain areas, update commercial zoning standards for Planned Commercial Districts, and adjust site plan review procedures. New business includes resolutions to amend budget allocations for the Grant Fund and Youth Council Fund. The agenda also covers a $120,000 grant award for the Gateway Park Trail and a conditional use permit that sets a 1,200-square-foot minimum home size for a residential development.

• Third readings of Ordinances 1113, 1114, 1115, and 1116 amending city code, street plans, site plan reviews, and PCD zoning rules.
• Resolution 2024-11 to amend the 2024 Grant Fund budget for revenue and vehicles capital expenses.
• Resolution 2024-12 to appropriate funds in the Youth Council Fund for youth expenditures.
• FYI item noting a $120,000 grant award for the Gateway Park Trail project.
• Resolution 2024-09 approving a conditional use permit for a residential development with a 1,200-square-foot minimum home size.

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and consider a conditional use permit for an outdoor amusement and recreation establishment at 280 Maumelle Village Drive. They will also review a code amendment to create a new zoning subsection for outdoor amusement establishments, discuss a citywide land use map update, and consider an easement vacation at 191 Deauville Drive.

• Conditional use permit for Hillside Putting Course at 280 Maumelle Village Drive
• Code amendment to add Outdoor Amusement Establishment zoning subsection
• Discussion of Master Land Use Map update, with staff request to defer to April
• Easement vacation of 25 ft of a 35 ft utility easement at 191 Deauville Drive
• Resolution to request an updated Comprehensive Plan

City Council

The Maumelle City Council is scheduled to take second readings on four ordinances that update city code provisions, adjust site plan review timelines, amend Planned Commercial District zoning rules, and realign collector streets near Diamond Point Sub area. New business includes a vote on an economic development service contract with the Metro Little Rock Alliance, plus approvals for a conditional use permit and property conveyance for the Stony Mountain subdivision. These actions will update local commercial zoning standards, change road access plans in northwest Maumelle, and authorize specific land transfers that affect nearby residential areas.

• Second reading of Ordinance 1114 amending the Master Street Plan to realign collectors near Diamond Point Sub area
• Second readings of Ordinances 1113, 1115, and 1116 updating city code provisions, site plan review timelines, and Planned Commercial District zoning rules
• Resolution 2024-05 approving an Economic Development Service Contract with Metro Little Rock Alliance (MLRA)
• Resolutions 2024-09 and 2024-10 approving a conditional use permit and authorizing a property conveyance for the Stony Mountain subdivision

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission subcommittee will discuss a conditional use permit for an outdoor amusement and recreation establishment at 280 Maumelle Village Drive, a code amendment for outdoor amusement establishments, and an update to the Master Land Use Map. These are discussion items, not final decisions.

• Conditional use permit CUSE-24-2 for Hillside Putting Course at 280 Maumelle Village Drive
• Code amendment CAU-24-2 to create a new zoning subsection for Outdoor Amusement Establishment
• Land use map update LUSE-24-1 to the Master Land Use Map

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss a request to remove a name from the firefighter entry-level list, and conduct police department oral interviews in executive session. The agenda is otherwise routine.

• Approval of minutes from February 12, 2024 meeting
• Fire Chief requests removal of a name from current Firefighter entry level list
• Executive session for Police Department Oral Interviews

City Council

The Maumelle City Council will consider several ordinance readings regarding city code and the Master Street Plan near Diamond Point. The council will also vote on a resolution to sell two police vehicles and a budget amendment for vehicle capital. Additionally, a third reading for an ordinance creating an Audit Committee is scheduled.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1112 to create an Audit Committee
• First reading of Ordinance 1114 to realign the Master Street Plan near Diamond Point
• Resolution 2024-06 for the sale of two 2016 Ford Interceptor police vehicles
• Resolution 2024-07 to transfer funds from Building Capital to Vehicle Capital
• First reading of Ordinance 1113 regarding supplemental City Code provisions

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will consider several items, including a preliminary plat and conditional use permit for the Stony Mountain subdivision, a proposed oil change business, and code amendments. The meeting includes items deferred from January, such as the Stony Mountain request and a code amendment on site plan review timelines. The commission will also discuss a Master Street Plan amendment and a conditional use permit for a health/educational facility.

• Stony Mountain preliminary plat and conditional use permit for 244 single-family homes at 12222 Tracks Rd
• Take5 Oil Change development plan, landscape plan, and building design at 12000 Crystal Hill Rd
• Code amendment to Section 101(c)(2) on site plan expiration timelines
• Master Street Plan amendment removing collector from Diamond Pointe Dr to Settlement Rd and adding collector from Ridgeland Dr to Tracks Rd
• Conditional use permit for health/educational facility at 280 Maumelle Village Dr

City Council

The council will hold third readings for ordinances regarding meeting procedures, family definitions in zoning, and street dedications. They will also consider a preliminary development plan for Express Addition and a resolution supporting a local animal group's fire hydrant program.

• Third reading of Ordinance 1110 amending the 'Family' definition for zoning
• Third reading of Ordinance 1111 accepting street and drainage dedication in Stone Canyon Addition
• Second reading of Ordinance 1112 to create an Audit Committee
• Resolution 2024-02 regarding a preliminary development plan for Lot 1, Express Addition
• Resolution 2024-04 supporting the Maumelle Friends of the Animals Fire Hydrant Program

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the January minutes, receive an update from the HR Director on written exams for police and fire promotions, and enter executive session to formulate questions for fire department oral interviews. The agenda is routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings.

• Approval of January 8, 2024 minutes
• Update on Entry Police written exams
• Update on Police Sergeant written exams
• Update on Fire Lieutenant and Captain exams
• Executive session to formulate Fire Department oral interview questions

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission Subcommittee will review several land use and code amendment proposals. Items include a 244-lot subdivision at 12222 Tracks Rd and updates to the Master Street Plan regarding collector and arterial connections.

• Stony Mountain Sub: 244-lot subdivision and conditional use permit at 12222 Tracks Rd
• Master Street Plan Amendment: changes to collector and arterial connections near Tracks Rd
• PCD Code Amendment: adding residential use as a conditional use to a PCD Zone
• Code Amendment: modifying Site Plan Review expiration timelines
• Hillside Putting Course: conditional use permit for a health/educational facility at 80 Maumelle Village Dr

City Council

The City Council will hold third readings for multiple ordinances regarding land use categories, cash bonds, and business registration fees. The meeting also includes a resolution to amend the 2024 General Fund Budget for pickleball court improvements.

• Third Reading Ordinance 1103: Creating a new Special Use Commercial (SUC) land use category
• Third Reading Ordinance 1104: Amending Land Use Plan & Map for 1605 Club Manor Drive
• Third Reading Ordinance 1106: Adding a new section regarding Cash Bonds
• Third Reading Ordinance 1108: Amending annual business registration and solicitor fees
• Resolution 2024-03: Amending the 2024 General Fund Budget for pickleball court benches and shade structures

Planning Commission

The Maumelle Planning Commission will review a proposed Take5 oil change facility at 12000 Crystal Hill Rd, a preliminary plat for a small-lot subdivision at 12222 Tracks Rd, and a code amendment to extend the site plan approval timeline. They will also discuss a Master Land Use Map amendment. The agenda includes both new business items and a discussion-only item.

• Take5 Oil Development Plan: preliminary plat and development plan for a 3-bay oil change facility at 12000 Crystal Hill Rd, creating two lots (0.589 and 0.911 acres)
• Stony Mountain Preliminary Plat: conditional use permit and preliminary plat for small-lot single-family development at 12222 Tracks Rd
• Code Amendment CAU-24-1: change site plan review timeline from applying for a permit to issuing a permit within 24 months
• Master Land Use Map Amendment (discussion only): proposed update to the map for the City of Maumelle

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution regarding unpaid rent for Park on the River. The agenda also includes second readings for multiple ordinances related to land use, business fees, and cash bonds.

• Resolution 2024-01 authorizing a settlement regarding unpaid rent for Park on the River
• Second reading of Ordinance 1103 to create a Special Use Commercial (SUC) land use category
• Second reading of Ordinance 1104 to amend the Land Use Plan & Map for 1605 Club Manor Drive
• Second reading of Ordinance 1108 regarding changes to business registration and solicitor fees
• First reading of Ordinance 1111 accepting street and drainage dedication for Stone Canyon Addition

Planning Commission Subcommittee Meeting

The Maumelle Planning Commission sub-committee will review four items: a commercial development plan for a Take5 Oil site, a preliminary plat and conditional use permit for a small-lot single-family subdivision, a code amendment to extend the site plan approval timeline, and a discussion-only update to the Master Land Use Map. No old business is listed.

• Take5 Oil development plan and preliminary plat for 2 lots at 12000 Crystal Hill Rd (SE corner of Maumelle Blvd and Crystal Hill Rd)
• Stony Mountain preliminary plat and conditional use permit for small lot single family at 12222 Tracks Rd (Maumelle ETJ)
• Code amendment to Section 101(c)(2) to change 'apply for permit' to 'issuance of permit' within 24 months after Planning Commission approval
• Master Land Use Map amendment (discussion only) for the City of Maumelle

Civil Service Commission

The Maumelle Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from December 11, 2023, receive an update from Human Resources on police and fire department staffing, and go into executive session to formulate questions for oral interviews. The agenda is mostly procedural, with the staffing update being the only substantive item.

• Approval of December 11, 2023 minutes
• Update on police and fire department staffing
• Executive session to formulate oral interview questions

City Council

The City Council will review multiple first-reading ordinances regarding land use categories, business fees, and the city code. The meeting also includes a financial statement review and reports from the Planning Commission.

• First reading of Ordinance 1103 to create a new Special Use Commercial (SUC) land use category
• First reading of Ordinance 1104 to amend the Land Use Plan & Map for 1605 Club Manor Drive
• First reading of Ordinance 1105 regarding Planned Commercial District (PCD) code amendments
• First reading of Ordinance 1106 to include a new section regarding Cash Bonds
• First reading of Ordinance 1108 to amend annual business registration and solicitor fees