Siloam Springs public meetings in 2021

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will consider the 2022 budget, annual chemical supply contracts, and a new police officer step plan. The budget was tabled from the previous meeting for further review. The board will also hear the administrator's report and hold an open house for the new maintenance facility.

• Resolution 66-21: Adopt the 2022 Budget
• Annual chemical bids for water/wastewater, including sodium fluoride at $1.52/lb and aluminum sulfate at $0.085/wet lb
• 2022 Police Officer Step Plan, starting pay increase of 15%
• Open house for new maintenance facility at 510 S. Lincoln

The Board of Directors approved the 2022 budget (Resolution 66-21) in a 6-1 vote, with Director Allen voting no. They also unanimously approved the 2022 Police Officer Step Plan after removing it from the consent agenda for discussion. The remaining consent agenda items, including meeting minutes and annual chemical bids, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted 2022 budget via Resolution 66-21 (6-1, Allen no)
• Approved 2022 Police Officer Step Plan (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A and B (unanimous)
• Removed Police Step Plan from consent agenda for discussion

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will vote on the 2022 budget, compensation plan, and an ordinance adjusting scheduled annual utility rate increases for 2022-2026. The consent agenda includes contracts, appointments, and permits. The meeting also includes a third reading of the utility rate ordinance and a second reading of the ward reapportionment plan.

• Resolution 66-21: Adopt 2022 Budget
• Resolution 67-21: Adopt 2022 Compensation Plan
• Ordinance 21-23: Adjusting scheduled annual utility rate increases for 2022-2026 (3rd reading)
• Contract: Reservoir Pumphouse Upgrade with JCI Industries, Inc. for $127,626
• Resolution 64-21: Accept NWA Regional Planning Commission TAP Grant for N. Mt. Olive Sidepath ($376,000)

The Board of Directors adopted Ordinance 21-23, amending scheduled utility rate increases for 2022-2027 to include no rate increase in 2022, with annual increases from 2023-2026 based on CPI and subject to annual board review. The 2022 budget was tabled to the December 21, 2021 meeting, while the 2022 compensation plan and employee handbook amendment were approved. Several consent agenda items, including permits and contracts, were approved unanimously.

• Adopted Ordinance 21-23 amending utility rate increases, no increase in 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled 2022 budget resolution to Dec 21 meeting (5-1, Burns no)
• Approved 2022 compensation plan, subject to budget approval (unanimous)
• Approved employee handbook amendment re: STEP program (unanimous)
• Approved significant development permit for Jiffy Trip at 190 AR Highway 59 (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A-H, J-K (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Tillman Communications Tower, Allen abstained (5-0-1)
• Adopted ward reapportionment plan Ordinance 21-24 (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting with a budget workshop beforehand. Key items include a second reading of an ordinance to adjust annual utility rate increases for 2022-2027, a first reading of a ward reapportionment plan, and approval of a $188,394.75 storm pipe contract for Simon Sager Avenue Phase IV. The board will also consider a millage rollback, a utility easement dedication, and a flag design presentation.

• Ordinance 21-23 (2nd reading): Adjusts annual utility rate increases for electric, water, sewer, and solid waste for 2022-2027
• Ordinance 21-24 (1st reading): Ward reapportionment plan
• Contract with Scurlock Industries for Simon Sager Avenue Phase IV storm pipe: $188,394.75
• Benton County 2021 millage rollback: property tax rate from 5.5 to 5.45 mils
• Dedication of utility easements and right-of-way at 1299 Brashears Rd.

The Board approved Ordinance 21-23, adjusting scheduled annual utility rate increases for 2022-2027, on a 5-2 vote. The Board also approved the consent agenda (minus Item E, which was approved separately), placed a ward reapportionment ordinance on first reading, and discussed purchasing regulations and zoning. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Ordinance 21-23 adjusting utility rate increases 2022-2027 (5-2, Allen and Rissler no)
• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F (unanimous)
• Approved Item E: Simon Sager Avenue Phase IV storm pipe contract with Scurlock Industries for $188,394 (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-24 (ward reapportionment) on first reading (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will consider three development permits (two significant developments and one special use) and a lot split, with recommendations to the Board of Directors. The agenda also includes a monthly update on the City Comprehensive Plan and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-09 for a 6,000 sq ft place of worship at 3000 Cheri Whitlock Dr, owner Springs Church of Christ
• Significant Development Permit SD21-11 at 190 AR Hwy 59, tabled from October 12 meeting
• Special Use Permit SU21-17 in the 300 block of N. Simon Sager Ave, owner Cale Properties
• Lot Split Development Permit LS21-15 at 1299 Brashears Rd, owners Clifford and Rachel Hickman
• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting

The Planning Commission approved three development permits, each with a condition, and forwarded them to the Board for final action on December 7, 2021. The commission also accepted the October 12, 2021 minutes and received a monthly update on the City Comprehensive Plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-09 at 3000 Cheri Whitlock Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-11 at 190 Arkansas Highway 59 (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Development Permit SU21-17 at 300 Block of North Simon Sager Avenue (unanimous)
• Accepted October 12, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hear the 2020 audit report from Hinkle and Co., consider consent agenda items including several development permits and a surface transportation grant, and hold first readings on annexing 53.8 acres near Airport Road and amending utility rate schedules for 2022-2027. The board will also review September financials and the administrator's report.

• 2020 audit report presentation by Hinkle and Co.
• Resolution 60-21: Preliminary plat for Hillcrest Addition, 200 block Airport Road
• Ordinance 21-22: Annexation of 53.8 acres, 200 block Airport Road
• Ordinance 21-23: Adjusting scheduled annual utility rate increases 2022-2027
• Consent agenda: multiple special use permits for short-term rentals and a significant development permit

The Board voted 5-1 to place Ordinance 21-23, which adjusts scheduled utility rate increases for 2022-2027, on its first reading, suspending rules and reading only the title. The vote followed public comments opposing the increase and board discussion about the need for smaller annual increases. No final approval was made; the ordinance remains pending further readings.

• Placed Ordinance 21-23 (utility rate increases 2022-2027) on first reading, suspending rules (5-1, Allen no)
• Received September financials and administrator's report (no action)

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors will review a budget amendment for landscaping and guardrail installation at Gateway Pond. The agenda also includes authorization to participate in nationwide opioid litigation settlements.

• Budget amendment of $24,431.70 for Gateway Pond guardrail and landscaping
• Resolution 53-21 authorizing participation in nationwide opioid litigation settlements
• Ordinance 21-20 regarding the vacation of a right-of-way at 613 East University Street
• Ordinance 21-21 for rezoning 613 East University Street from I-1 to R-3

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, a budget amendment for Gateway Pond guardrail and landscaping, and participation in the Arkansas Municipal League's opioid settlement program. It also approved the vacation of a right-of-way and rezoning of 613 East University Street from I-1 to R-3. In executive session, the board voted to extend the city administrator's employment with compensation per the 2022 pay raise.

• Approved consent agenda items (unanimous)
• Approved $24,431.70 budget amendment for Gateway Pond guardrail and landscaping (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 53-21 for opioid settlement participation (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-20 vacating right-of-way at 613 East University Street (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-21 rezoning 613 East University Street from I-1 to R-3 (unanimous)
• Extended city administrator's employment with 2022 pay raise (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will consider seven development permit applications, including a significant development permit for a 66,115 sq ft self-storage and office complex at 15303 AR Hwy. 59, and a preliminary plat for a development on Airport Road. The commission will also hear a monthly update on the City Comprehensive Plan and review staff-approved lot splits and lot line adjustments. The meeting includes approval of the September 14, 2021 minutes.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-10: 44,384 sq ft self-storage, 1,931 sq ft office, 19,800 sq ft covered storage at 15303 AR Hwy. 59
• Significant Development Permit SD21-11: 190 AR Hwy. 59, requested to table to November 9
• Preliminary Development Permit PP21-08: 200 Block of Airport Road
• Special Use Development Permits: SU21-13 (602 N. Mt. Olive St.), SU21-14 (509 E. Ashley St.), SU21-15 (618 E. Main St.), SU21-16 (313 S. Wright St.)
• Staff-approved permits: Lot Split LS21-14 (22468 Marsh Road) and Lot Line Adjustment LA21-08 (214 E. Franklin St.)

The Planning Commission approved a preliminary plat for a subdivision on the 200 Block of Airport Road (PP21-08) by a 4-2 vote, with members Salley and Song voting against due to traffic safety concerns. The commission also approved a significant development permit at 15303 Arkansas Highway 59 and four special use permits, all of which will go to the Board of Directors on November 2, 2021. A second significant development permit at 190 Arkansas Highway 59 was tabled to the November 9 meeting.

• Approved Significant Development Permit $D21-10 at 15303 Arkansas Highway 59, unanimously, with conditions
• Tabled Significant Development Permit $D21-11 at 190 Arkansas Highway 59 to the November 9, 2021 meeting
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP21-08 on the 200 Block of Airport Road by a 4-2 vote, with conditions
• Approved Special Use Development Permit SU21-13 at 602 North Mt. Olive Street, unanimously
• Approved Special Use Development Permit SU21-14 at 509 East Ashley Street, unanimously
• Approved Special Use Development Permit SU21-15 at 618 East Main Street, unanimously
• Approved Special Use Development Permit SU21-16 at 313 South Wright Street, unanimously
• Approved the September 14, 2021 meeting minutes, unanimously

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a budget workshop and regular meeting, with public input and consent agenda items. Key actions include dedicating utility easements at three properties, approving a preliminary plat for Carley Crossing Phase 3, and first readings of ordinances to rezone 613 East University Street. The board will also hear a housing analysis and August financials.

• Dedication of utility easements at 613 East University Street, 210 & 214 East Franklin Street, and 22468 Marsh Road
• Resolution 49-21: Preliminary plat for Carley Crossing Addition, Phase 3 (17.47 acres, 47 single-family and 10 two-family lots) at 14900 block of S. Arkansas Hwy. 43
• Ordinance 21-20: Vacation of un-named right-of-way at 613 East University Street
• Ordinance 21-21: Rezoning from I-1 to R-3 at 613 East University Street
• Resolution 52-21: Establishing the city as a public aircraft operator for drone operations

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda (minus Item G, which was also approved unanimously) and placed two ordinances on first reading: one to vacate a right-of-way and one to rezone 613 East University Street from I-1 to R-3. Both ordinances passed first reading unanimously. The meeting also included presentations and reports but no other substantive decisions.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, H-I (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda Item G (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-20 (vacation of right-of-way at 613 E. University St.) on first reading (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-21 (rezoning 613 E. University St. from I-1 to R-3) on first reading (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on September 21, 2021, to consider consent agenda items including an audit services contract, a special use permit, a property tax rate resolution, a street and sidewalk maintenance plan, and a rezoning ordinance. The meeting also includes public input and staff reports.

• Auditing services 2021-2023 with Landmark CPAs for $181,500
• Resolution 46-21: Special use permit for small office at 882 South Lincoln St.
• Resolution 47-21: Authorize property tax rate for 2021 to be collected in 2022
• Resolution 48-21: Street and sidewalk maintenance and repair master plan
• Ordinance 21-19 (2nd reading): Rezoning from A-1 to C-2 at 4171 Highway 412 East

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including the rezoning of 4171 Highway 412 East from A-1 to C-2, the street and sidewalk maintenance plan, and the property tax rate resolution. Two items were pulled for discussion: a used concrete truck purchase and the street maintenance plan, both approved unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; the rest of the meeting was reports and discussion.

• Approved consent agenda items including rezoning 4171 Hwy 412 E from A-1 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved $59,796 reservoir repair contract with Ellingson Contracting (unanimous)
• Approved $181,500 auditing services contract with Landmark CPAs (unanimous)
• Approved street and sidewalk maintenance master plan (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of used concrete truck for Street Division (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-19 rezoning 4171 Hwy 412 E from A-1 to C-2 (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment approved a lot width variance (BOA21-01) for 882 South Lincoln Street, with a unanimous vote. The board also unanimously accepted the minutes from the November 10, 2020 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned after the variance approval.

• Approved lot width variance BOA21-01 for 882 South Lincoln Street (unanimous)
• Accepted November 10, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will consider four development permits at its September 14, 2021 meeting: a significant development permit for a quadplex at 610 W. Tahlequah St., a preliminary permit for a project on S. AR Hwy. 43, and a special use and rezone permit at 613 E. University St. The commission will also review a right-of-way closure and lot consolidation at 613 E. University St., and receive a monthly update on the city comprehensive plan. The meeting will also include approval of the August 10, 2021 minutes.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-08: 2,736 sq. ft. quadplex at 610 W. Tahlequah St.
• Preliminary Development Permit PP21-07: project at 14900 block of S. AR Hwy. 43
• Special Use Development Permit SU21-12 and Rezone RZ21-08 (I-1 to R-3) at 613 E. University St.
• Right-of-Way Closure at 613 E. University St.
• Lot Consolidation LC21-02 at 613 E. University St. and Lot Line Adjustment LA21-07 at 717 N. Mt. Olive St.

The Planning Commission approved four development permits, all with unanimous votes: a significant development permit at 610 West Tahlequah Street, a preliminary plat at the 14900 block of South Arkansas Highway 43, and a special use permit and a rezone at 613 East University Street. All items will go to the Board of Directors on October 5, 2021. The commission also discussed a right-of-way closure and a lot consolidation at 613 East University Street, and a lot line adjustment at 717 North Mt. Olive Street, with no votes taken on those items.

• Approved significant development permit SD21-08 at 610 West Tahlequah Street (unanimous)
• Approved preliminary plat PP21-07 at 14900 block of South Arkansas Highway 43 (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit SU21-12 at 613 East University Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezone RZ21-08 at 613 East University Street (unanimous)
• Accepted August 10, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hear a presentation on the final utility rate study covering water, sewer, sanitation, and electric rates, and will consider several consent agenda items including special use permits for short-term rentals and a preliminary plat. The board will also hold third readings on ordinances to rezone properties and amend zoning and sanitation codes, plus a first reading to rezone a property on Highway 412 East. Staff reports include a noise ordinance review, gateway guardrail update, and July financials.

• Utility rate study final report by 1898 Company
• Special use permits for short-term rentals at 111 West Tahlequah, 400 East Twin Springs, 205 Greenwood Place
• Rezoning from R-2 and R-3 to R-4 at 610 West Tahlequah Street (Ordinance 21-16)
• Rezoning from A-1 to C-2 at 4171 Highway 412 East (Ordinance 21-19)
• Preliminary plat for Somerset Addition, Phase 2, 3200 block East Kenwood Street

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda and adopted three ordinances on third reading: rezoning 610 West Tahlequah Street from R-2/R-3 to R-4, amending sanitation and zoning codes for private drives, and amending zoning for body modification businesses (the latter passed 6-1). It also placed a rezoning for 4171 Highway 412 East on first reading. The Board discussed a noise ordinance review and a gateway guardrail update, with further research planned.

• Approved consent agenda items A-G, including special use permits for short-term rentals and a preliminary plat for Somerset Addition Phase 2.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-16, rezoning 610 West Tahlequah Street from R-2 and R-3 to R-4.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-17, amending sanitation and zoning codes regarding private drives and commercial refuse collection.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-18, amending zoning code for body modification businesses (6-1, Burns no).
• Placed Ordinance 21-19 on first reading, rezoning 4171 Highway 412 East from A-1 to C-2.
• Discussed noise ordinance changes; police chief to draft revisions.
• Discussed gateway guardrail options; more research to be brought back.
• Noted July financials were provided; questions directed to staff.

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors is deciding on a payment plan to cover the city's share of Grand River Dam Authority's extraordinary costs from the February 2021 winter storm. Staff recommends paying $3,855,758 from utility reserves in four quarterly installments to avoid passing costs to residents. The board will also vote on rezoning a property at 610 West Tahlequah Street and amending zoning codes for private drives and body art businesses.

• Payment plan for $3,855,758 Grand River Dam Authority winter storm cost
• Rezoning 610 West Tahlequah Street from R-2/R-3 to R-4 (Ordinance 21-16)
• Amendments to zoning and sanitation codes regarding private drives (Ordinance 21-17)
• Amendment to zoning code for body art businesses (Ordinance 21-18)
• Purchase of John Deere 550K Crawler Dozer for $124,876.65

The Board approved the consent agenda with several items removed for individual consideration. Item C, a payment plan for the Grand River Dam Authority winter storm cost of $3,855,758, was approved 6-1. Item E, a change order for $876,219, and Item J, the Sager Creek Advisory Committee appointment, were approved unanimously. Item H, a budget amendment for a police training target system, was also approved unanimously. Three ordinances were read on second reading: rezoning at 610 West Tahlequah Street, private drives regulations, and body art business regulations.

• Approved $3.86M winter storm payment plan to Grand River Dam Authority (6-1)
• Approved $876,219 change order for Public Works Water Division (unanimous)
• Approved Sager Creek Advisory Committee appointments with condition to add 2 members after advertisement (unanimous)
• Approved $39,933.11 budget amendment for police qualification turning target system (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items A, B, D, F, G, I, K (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-16 on second reading: rezoning 610 West Tahlequah Street from R-2/R-3 to R-4 (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-17 on second reading: private drives and commercial refuse collection (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-18 on second reading: body modification businesses zoning (6-1)

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission approved all six development permit items on the agenda, each with unanimous votes. The approvals include a preliminary plat, a rezoning, and four special use permits, all recommended by staff. The items will be forwarded to the Board of Directors for final action on September 7 or September 21, 2021. The meeting also included approval of the July 13, 2021 minutes and a monthly comprehensive plan update.

• Approved preliminary plat PP21-05 at 3100-3200 E. Kenwood St. (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning RZ21-07 at 4100 block of Hwy 412 E. (unanimous)
• Approved special use SU21-08 at 205 Greenwood Pl. (unanimous)
• Approved special use SU21-09 at 882 S. Lincoln St. with one condition (unanimous)
• Approved special use SU21-10 at 400 E. Twin Springs St., Apts 1-2 (unanimous)
• Approved special use SU21-11 at 111 W. Tahlequah St. (unanimous)
• Approved July 13, 2021 minutes with scrivener corrections (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting on August 3, 2021, preceded by a workshop on detention pond design. The board will consider consent agenda items including a school resource officer agreement, several development permits, and short-term rental permits, plus ordinances on annexation, rezoning, private drives, and body art.

• MOU with Siloam Springs School District for School Resource Officers, $167,951.77
• Ordinance 21-14, 3rd reading: annexation of 37.44 acres at 15000 block of AR 59
• Ordinance 21-16, 1st reading: rezoning 610 West Tahlequah Street from R-2/R-3 to R-4
• Resolution 37-21 through 40-21: special use permits for short-term rentals at four addresses
• Broadband Committee request for proposals for feasibility study

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including several development permits and a school resource officer MOU, and separately approved the annexation of 37.44 acres on AR 59. They also advanced first readings of ordinances on rezoning, private drives, and body art businesses, with the body art ordinance passing 6-1. The Board directed staff to move forward with a broadband feasibility study RFP and to pay GRDA winter storm costs over 12 months, with some directors favoring reserve funds.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E, H-K (unanimous)
• Approved Item G, Castlewood Addition preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Approved Item F, Bellevue Addition preliminary plat (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 21-14, annexation of 37.44 acres at 15000 Block AR 59 (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-16, rezoning at 610 W Tahlequah St, on first reading (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-17, private drives sanitation changes, on first reading (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-18, body art zoning changes, on first reading (6-1, Burns no)
• Directed staff to proceed with broadband feasibility study RFP (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on July 20, 2021, at 6:30 PM. They will consider a second reading of an ordinance to annex 37.44 acres in the 15000 block of AR 59 Highway, and a first reading of an ordinance authorizing a sole-source purchase of an ADA fishing pier and adaptive kayak launch for $123,000. The consent agenda includes several utility easement dedications, a budget amendment for ARPA grant acceptance, and a hangar sale and lease transfer. Staff will also present the 2nd Quarter 2021-2022 Board Goals Update and various reports.

• Ordinance 21-14 (2nd reading): Annexation of 37.44 acres, 15000 block of AR 59 Highway
• Ordinance 21-15 (1st reading): Sole-source purchase of ADA fishing pier and adaptive kayak launch from BoardSafe Docks for $123,000
• Budget amendment for Community Development Department / Library Division / ARPA grant acceptance
• Authorize hangar sale and lease transfer for Niley M. Church Hangar to KSLG HGR, LLC
• Dedication of utility easements at multiple locations (402 & 406 W. Tahlequah St., 410 N. Maple St., 20521 Keck Rd., 3040 & 3100 S. Lincoln St., 921 & 923 S. Mt. Olive)

The Board unanimously adopted Ordinance 21-15, authorizing a sole-source contract for an ADA fishing pier and adaptive kayak launch at City Lake Park, waiving competitive bidding. The project cost is $123,000, plus $3,690 for a performance bond, with $47,750 in private donations committed. The Board also approved the consent agenda, including budget amendments and easement dedications, and placed an annexation ordinance on second reading.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including minutes, utility easement dedications, a budget amendment for ARPA grant acceptance, and a hangar sale/lease transfer.
• Approved Item G, authorizing the hangar sale and lease transfer for Niley M. Church Hangar to KSLG HGR, LLC.
• Placed Ordinance 21-14 on second reading, suspending rules, to annex 37.44 acres at the 15000 block of AR 59.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-15, authorizing sole-source purchase of ADA fishing pier and adaptive kayak launch for $123,000, plus $3,690 for bond, without competitive bidding.
• Received the 2nd Quarter 2021-2022 Board Goals Update and reports from Chamber of Commerce, History Museum, and Main Street.
• Noted administrator's report on expenditures, sales tax receipts, police accreditation, broadband feasibility study, and GRDA winter storm costs.
• Adjourned the meeting unanimously.

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission is meeting to review nine development permit applications, including significant developments, plats, rezonings, and special use permits, all slated to go to the Board of Directors on August 3, 2021. The commission will also consider two zoning and sanitation code updates and receive a monthly comprehensive plan update.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-03 for a 15,000 sq ft industrial/warehouse facility at 22000 Hwy. 16 (Beehive Enterprises LLC)
• Final Plat FP21-03 at 22000 Block of Davidson Rd. (Emery Faulkner and Yun Yong)
• Preliminary Plats PP21-02 at 816 Arkansas Hwy. 16 (Roth Family Inc.) and PP21-04 at 22200 Block of Davidson Rd. (Lickety Split Properties LLC)
• Rezoning RZ21-06 at 610 W. Tahlequah St. from R-2 and R-3 to R-4 (Park Front Properties)
• Special Use Permits SU21-04 through SU21-07 at 300 Cordes Dr., 302 East Jefferson St., 400 S. Mt. Olive St., and 714 W. University St.

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission unanimously approved all nine development permits on the agenda, including significant development, final and preliminary plats, rezoning, and special use permits, each with staff-recommended conditions where applicable. The commission also approved two code revision updates to the Zoning Code (Chapters 102 and 82) and Zoning Code Chapter 102. All approved items will be forwarded to the Board of Directors for final action on August 3, 2021.

• Approved Significant Development Permit D21-03 at 22000 Highway 16 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat FP21-03 at 22000 Block of Davidson Road with one condition (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP21-02 at 816 Arkansas Highway 16 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP21-04 at 22200 Block of Davidson Road with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Rezoning RZ21-06 at 610 West Tahlequah Street (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permits SU21-04 through SU21-07 at 300 Cordes Drive, 302 East Jefferson Street, 400 South Mt. Olive Street, and 714 W. University Street (all unanimous)
• Approved Code Revision to Zoning Code Chapter 102 and Sanitation Code Chapter 82 (unanimous)
• Approved Code Revision to Zoning Code Chapter 102 (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold its regular July 6, 2021 meeting, addressing consent agenda items including utility easement dedications, a $50,489.80 Arkansas Department of Health fluoridation equipment grant, and several development permits. The board will also conduct readings on three annexation ordinances and receive staff reports on the annual planning commission, May financials, and the administrator's report.

• Dedication of utility easements at 14000 Block Cozy Corners Road and 1400-1500 Block N. Inglewood Street
• Grant agreement with Arkansas Department of Health for fluoridation equipment, $50,489.80
• Resolution 30-21: Significant Development Permit for Arkansas Baptist State Convention, 3600 South Lincoln Street
• Ordinance 21-11 (2nd reading): Annexation of 12.25 acres, 21100 Block of Highway 16
• Ordinance 21-12 (2nd reading): Annexation of 22.05 acres, 23300 Block of Raines Road

The Board approved the Whispering Oaks preliminary plat (Item H) 6-1 after a motion to table failed, and approved the McReynolds RV Park permit (Item G) and the Arkansas Department of Health fluoridation grant (Item E) 6-1. It also adopted ordinances annexing 12.25 acres on Highway 16 (21-11) and 22.05 acres on Raines Road (21-12), and placed a 37.44-acre annexation on Highway 59 (21-14) on first reading. The consent agenda was approved with those three items removed for separate discussion.

• Approved consent agenda items A-D, F, and I-L unanimously (items E, G, H removed).
• Approved Resolution 32-21 (Whispering Oaks preliminary plat) 6-1, with Allen voting no.
• Approved Resolution 31-21 (McReynolds RV Park) unanimously with staff conditions.
• Approved Grant Agreement for fluoridation equipment (Item E) 6-1, with Allen voting no.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-11 (annexation of 12.25 acres on Highway 16) with 6 yes votes, Allen abstaining.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-12 (annexation of 22.05 acres on Raines Road) unanimously.
• Placed Ordinance 21-14 (annexation of 37.44 acres on AR 59) on first reading unanimously.
• Received annual Planning Commission report and May financials as information items.

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting on June 15, 2021, preceded by a workshop on utility rates. The board will consider consent agenda items including a $58,629.96 print-copier lease, several grant applications, and utility easement dedications. Regularly scheduled items include second readings of three rezoning ordinances, first readings of two annexation ordinances, and a waiver of competitive bidding for property insurance at $211,095.12.

• Contract approval: Print-copier lease with AAA Business Systems Inc. for $58,629.96
• Ordinance 21-08 (2nd reading): Rezoning from A-1 to C-2 and G-I at 2900 Block of Cheri Whitlock Drive
• Ordinance 21-09 (2nd reading): Rezoning from A-1 to R-2 at 1803 Dawn Hill Road
• Ordinance 21-10 (2nd reading): Rezoning from I-2 to C-2 at 3550 Highway 412 East
• Ordinance 21-13 (1st and only reading): Waive competitive bidding for property insurance with Moss Insurance Group at $211,095.12, declaring an emergency

The Board of Directors approved three rezoning ordinances (21-08, 21-09, 21-10) and two annexation ordinances (21-11, 21-12) on first or second/third readings. They also approved a property insurance contract with Mike Moss Agency, waiving competitive bidding and declaring an emergency. The board directed staff to move forward with Tree City requirements, remove bike lane elements on S. Carl and S. Maxwell, and proceed with body art zoning amendments.

• Approved Consent Agenda items including ADA fishing pier/kayak launch commitment and grant applications.
• Approved print-copier lease with AAA Business Systems for $62,437.65.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-08 rezoning 2900 block of Cheri Whitlock Drive from A-1 to C-2 and G-I.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-09 rezoning 1803 Dawn Hill Road from A-1 to R-2 (6-0, Carroll recused).
• Adopted Ordinance 21-10 rezoning 3550 Highway 412 East from I-2 to C-2.
• Placed Ordinance 21-11 (annexation of 12.25 acres, 21100 block of Highway 16) on first reading.
• Placed Ordinance 21-12 (annexation of 22.05 acres, 23300 block of Raines Road) on first reading.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-13 waiving competitive bidding for property insurance with Mike Moss Agency ($211,095.12) and declared an emergency.

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will review four development permits, including a significant development permit for a 5,800 sq. ft. housing facility at Camp Siloam (SD21-05) and a preliminary plat for a subdivision on E. Oak Crest Rd. They will also receive staff updates on a preliminary plat and the city comprehensive plan, and hear about board-approved annexations and staff-approved lot splits. The agenda includes both decisions and discussions.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-03: 15,000 sq. ft. industrial/warehouse at 22000 Hwy. 16, tabled to July 13
• Significant Development Permit SD21-05: 5,800 sq. ft. housing facility at Camp Siloam, 3600 S. Lincoln St.
• Significant Development Permit SD21-07: 4290 Hwy. 412 East
• Preliminary Plat PP21-03: 300-500 block E. Oak Crest Rd.
• Annexation/Zoning AX21-03 and AX21-04: 22100 block Hwy. 16 and 23324 Raines Rd.

The Planning Commission approved four development permits, including three significant development permits and one preliminary plat, all with staff conditions. The commission also tabled one significant development permit to allow staff to review a new plan submittal. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-03 at 22000 Highway 16 (unanimous)
• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-05 at 3600 S. Lincoln Street (unanimous)
• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-07 at 4290 Highway 412 East (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP21-03 at 300-500 Block of Oak Crest Road (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting on June 1, 2021, to consider consent agenda items, resolutions, and ordinances. Key actions include approving development permits for a food packaging facility and other projects, rezoning several properties, and refinancing debt for the Public Facilities Board. The board will also hear staff reports on tattoo parlor regulations, an ADA fishing pier, and April financials.

• Resolution 20-21: Significant Development Permit for Rock Hill Foods Packaging & Distribution Facility, 22100 block of Hwy. 16 (67,176 sq. ft., ~100 jobs)
• Ordinance 21-08: Rezoning from A-1 to C-2 and G-I, 2900 block of Cheri Whitlock Drive
• Ordinance 21-09: Rezoning from A-1 to R-2, 1803 Dawn Hill Road
• Ordinance 21-10: Rezoning from I-2 to C-2, 3550 Highway 412 East
• Resolution 25-21: Refinancing of debt service for Siloam Springs Public Facilities Board (John Brown University) Refunding Revenue Bonds, Series 2015

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including several development permits and utility easement dedications, after removing two items for separate discussion. It also approved refinancing of John Brown University debt and placed three rezoning ordinances on first reading. The Board expressed support for an ADA fishing pier at City Lake and discussed tattoo parlor regulations, with staff to return on June 15.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E, H-J (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 20-21 Significant Development Permit for Rock Hill Foods (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-21 Special Use Development Permit for 305 S. Mt. Olive St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 24-21 refinancing of Public Facilities Board debt (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-08 rezoning on first reading (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-09 rezoning on first reading (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-10 rezoning on first reading (unanimous)
• Directed staff to return with tattoo parlor ordinance update on June 15

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will consider accepting a $300,000 ArDOT State Aid grant for milling and overlaying Holly, University, and Dogwood streets, and will vote on applying for two additional ArDOT grants for a sidepath on N. Mt. Olive and Dogwood Springs Trail rehabilitation. The board will also approve utility easement dedications at 606 and 612 North Madison Street and hear public input. The agenda includes routine consent items and staff reports.

• Resolution 17-21: Accept $300,000 ArDOT State Aid grant for Holly/University/Dogwood street overlay
• Resolution 18-21: Apply for ArDOT Transportation Alternatives Program grant for 10-ft sidepath on N. Mt. Olive (Hwy. 43), estimated $470,000 total with $94,000 local match
• Resolution 19-21: Apply for ArDOT Recreational Trails Program grant for Dogwood Springs Trail rehabilitation
• Dedication of utility easements at 606 and 612 North Madison Street
• Public input on consent agenda or city business

The Board of Directors approved the consent agenda, including the dedication of utility easements at 606 and 612 North Madison Street, after removing that item for separate discussion. The board also approved grant resolutions for street overlay and trail projects, and heard public input on short-term rental taxes, directing owners to meet with the city administrator. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates only.

• Approved consent agenda items A, B, D, E, F (unanimous)
• Approved utility easement dedication at 606 and 612 N. Madison St. (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-17: ArDOT State Aid Street Program grant for Holly St. and University St. overlay ($300,000)
• Approved Resolution 18-21: ArDOT Transportation Alternative Program grant application for N. Mt. Olive (Hwy. 43)
• Approved Resolution 19-21: ArDOT Recreational Trails Program grant application for Dogwood Springs

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will review several development permits, including a significant food processing facility, preliminary and final plats, and multiple rezoning requests. The commission will also hear a monthly update on the City Comprehensive Plan and consider permits previously approved by staff. All items will be forwarded to the Board of Directors on June 1, 2021.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-06: 67,178 sq ft food processing facility at 22100 Block of Hwy. 16, adding ~100 jobs
• Rezoning RZ21-03: from A-1 to C-2 and G-I at 2900 Block of Cheri Whitlock Dr.
• Rezoning RZ21-04: from A-1 to R-2 at 1803 Dawn Hill Rd.
• Rezoning RZ21-05: from I-2 to C-2 at 3550 Hwy. 412 E.
• Special Use Permit SU21-03 at 305 S. Mt. Olive St.

The Planning Commission approved a significant development permit, a final plat, and two rezones, all with staff recommendations, and tabled a preliminary plat pending a new drainage plan. All votes were unanimous. The approved items will go to the Board of Directors on June 1, 2021.

• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-06 (22100 Block of Highway 16) with conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled Preliminary Plat PP21-02 (816 Arkansas Highway 16) to June 8 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat FP21-02 (2900 Block of Cheri Whitlock Drive) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Rezone RZ21-03 (2900 Block of Cheri Whitlock Drive) (unanimous)
• Approved Rezone RZ21-04 (1803 Dawn Hill Road) (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will consider consent agenda items including utility easement dedications, development permits, a budget amendment, and street closures. They will also discuss a $708,181 contract for the Hico Street Sidepath, a third reading of an annexation ordinance, and a first reading of a rezoning ordinance.

• Contract with 81 Construction Company for Hico Street Sidepath, $708,181.00
• Ordinance 21-06, 3rd reading: annexation of 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road
• Ordinance 21-07, 1st reading: rezoning 800-900 block of South Washington from C-2 and R-2 to R-4
• Resolution 13-21: significant development permit for Beehive Enterprises warehouse at 22000 Highway 16
• Resolution 15-21: $7,500 budget amendment for Chamber of Commerce economic development agreement

The Board approved the consent agenda except for two items. Resolution 13-21 for a significant development permit was remanded to the Planning & Zoning Commission due to late design changes. Resolution 15-21, a budget amendment for the Chamber of Commerce agreement, was tabled for further discussion. All other consent items were approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda items A, B, C, G, H (unanimous)
• Remanded Resolution 13-21 (Beehive Enterprises permit) to P&Z for June 8 hearing (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 15-21 (Chamber of Commerce budget amendment) for further discussion

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold its regular meeting, including a second reading of an ordinance to annex 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road. The consent agenda includes utility easement dedications, broadband advisory committee appointments, an FAA grant application for airport runway rehabilitation, and street closures for local events. Staff will also present first-quarter reports and an update on board goals.

• Ordinance 21-06 / 2nd Reading / Annexation of 25.57 acres / 23006 Lawlis Road
• Grant Application / FAA Airport Runway Pavement Rehabilitation / $82,700
• Dedication of Utility Easements / 2800 and 3000 Waukesha Road
• Dedication of Utility Easements / 911 Highway 16
• Appointments / Broadband Advisory Committee

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda (minus one item), the FAA airport runway grant application, and the second reading of an ordinance annexing 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road. Directors expressed support for a budget amendment to pay a late Chamber of Commerce invoice, but no formal vote was taken.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E, G (unanimous)
• Approved Broadband Advisory Committee appointments (unanimous)
• Approved FAA airport runway grant application for $82,700 (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 21-06 annexation of 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road on second reading (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will review three development permits: a significant development permit for a 15,000 sq. ft. industrial/warehouse building at 22000 Hwy. 16, a preliminary plat for the 600-700 block of East Lake Francis Drive, and a rezoning of the 900 block of South Washington Street from C-2 & R-2 to R-4. The commission will also receive updates on the City Comprehensive Plan and staff-approved lot splits and lot line adjustments. All three permit items are scheduled to go to the Board of Directors on May 4, 2021.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-03: 15,000 sq. ft. industrial/warehouse at 22000 Hwy. 16, first of five buildings; staff recommends approval with conditions including a $335.11 sidewalk fee and utility/drainage easement dedication.
• Preliminary Plat PP21-01: 600-700 block of East Lake Francis Drive, owner Pine Ridge Contracting.
• Rezoning RZ21-02: 900 block of South Washington Street from C-2 & R-2 to R-4, owner Chavez Management.
• Annexation/Zoning AX21-01: 23006 Lawlis Road, owner Krein Development, went to Board on April 6, 2021.
• Staff-approved lot splits: LS21-04 (402 S. Oak Hill St.), LS21-01 (911 Hwy. 16 South), LS21-06 (3000 block of Waukesha Rd.), and lot line adjustment LA21-01 (415 E. University St.).

The Planning Commission approved a significant development permit for 22000 Hwy. 16 and a preliminary plat for the 600-700 block of East Lake Francis Drive, both with staff conditions, and both will go to the Board of Directors on May 4, 2021. The commission denied a rezoning request for the 900 block of South Washington Street by a 5-1 vote, with member McKenzie dissenting; this also goes to the Board on May 4. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining items were informational or already handled by the Board.

• Approved Significant Development Permit SD21-03 at 22000 Hwy. 16 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Preliminary Plat PP21-01 for 600-700 block of East Lake Francis Drive with conditions (unanimous)
• Denied Rezone RZ21-02 for 900 block of South Washington Street (5-1, McKenzie opposed)
• Accepted March 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting with a workshop on the water treatment plant improvement project. The board will vote on consent agenda items including a significant development permit for a new car dealership, several resolutions, and a budget amendment. They will also hold readings on ordinances for rezoning, floor-to-area ratio changes, and annexation of land. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes and staff reports.

• Resolution 07-21: Significant development permit for America's Car-Mart at 2120 Highway 412 East
• Ordinance 21-03 (3rd reading): Rezoning 813 AR Highway 16 from A-1 to R-2
• Ordinance 21-06 (1st reading): Annexation of 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road
• Budget amendment: Transfer $14,000 from Operations to Capital in Wastewater Division
• Resolution 10-21: Street closures for Dogwood Run

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including several permits and agreements, after removing a guardrail request for separate discussion. They then unanimously approved Resolution 09-21, which includes an offer to share the cost of a Highway 412 guardrail with the state. The Board also unanimously adopted two ordinances: one rezoning property at 813 Arkansas Highway 16 from A-1 to R-2, and another amending the zoning code's floor-to-area ratio. An ordinance to annex 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road was placed on first reading, passing 6-1 with Director Allen voting no.

• Approved the consent agenda (items A-D, F-K) unanimously.
• Approved Resolution 09-21, including an offer to share the cost of a Highway 412 guardrail with the state, unanimously.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-03, rezoning 813 Arkansas Highway 16 from A-1 to R-2, unanimously.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-04, amending the zoning code's floor-to-area ratio, unanimously.
• Placed Ordinance 21-06, annexing 25.57 acres at 23006 Lawlis Road, on first reading, passing 6-1.
• Directed staff to compile a list of names for the Mayor to appoint a broadband internet advisory committee.

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting with a workshop on municipal fiber optic internet. The board will consider consent agenda items including a $85,000 walking floor trailer purchase and a $13,000 FAA airport grant, as well as ordinances on right-of-way vacation, rezoning, floor-to-area ratio, and a sole-source contract for Boys & Girls Club sporting programs. Staff reports on January 2021 financials and the administrator's report are also scheduled.

• Purchase of walking floor trailer from Ken's Truck Repair, Inc. for $85,000
• FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program application for $13,000
• Ordinance 21-02: Vacation of un-named rights-of-way at 316 N. Hico Street (3rd reading)
• Ordinance 21-03: Rezoning from A-1 to R-2 at 813 AR. Highway 16 (2nd reading)
• Ordinance 21-05: Boys & Girls Club Sporting Programs sole source contract for $85,000

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, including a $85,000 purchase for a walking floor trailer and a $13,000 FAA grant application. It adopted Ordinance 21-02 to vacate unnamed rights-of-way at 316 N. Hico Street, and Ordinance 21-05 to allocate $85,000 to the Boys & Girls Club for youth sporting programs without competitive bidding. Two other ordinances (21-03 and 21-04) were placed on second reading but not adopted. The Board also received the January 2021 financials and the Administrator's report on emergency expenditures.

• Approved consent agenda including $85,000 purchase of 2022 walking floor trailer from Ken's Truck Repair, Inc.
• Approved grant application and offer of $13,000 from FAA Airport Coronavirus Response Grant Program.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-02 vacating unnamed rights-of-way at 316 N. Hico Street.
• Placed Ordinance 21-03 (rezoning 813 AR Highway 16 from A-1 to R-2) on second reading; no adoption vote.
• Placed Ordinance 21-04 (floor to area ratio amendment) on second reading; no adoption vote.
• Adopted Ordinance 21-05 authorizing $85,000 to Boys & Girls Club for youth sporting programs without competitive bidding.
• Received January 2021 financials; no action taken.
• Noted Administrator's report on $44,066.10 police storage, $32,628 generator, and $45,116.19 wastewater pumps.

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will consider two development permits: a significant development permit for a new 5,715 sq. ft. auto sales facility at 2120 Hwy. 412 East, and a special use permit at 2203 S. Lincoln St. The commission will also receive a monthly update on the City Comprehensive Plan and review a staff-approved lot split at 20430 Keck Road. The meeting includes approval of the February 9, 2021 minutes.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-04: 5,715 sq. ft. auto sales facility at 2120 Hwy. 412 East, with sidewalk fee-in-lieu condition
• Special Use Development Permit SU21-01 at 2203 S. Lincoln St.
• Lot Split Development Permit LS21-03 at 20430 Keck Road
• City Comprehensive Plan monthly update

The Planning Commission unanimously approved a significant development permit for 2120 Highway 412 East with one condition, and a special use development permit for 2203 South Lincoln Street with no conditions. Both items will be forwarded to the Board of Directors on April 6, 2021. The commission also received a monthly update on the City Comprehensive Plan and noted a staff-approved lot split at 20430 Keck Road.

• Approved significant development permit SD21-04 at 2120 Highway 412 East with one condition (unanimous)
• Approved special use development permit SU21-01 at 2203 South Lincoln Street with no conditions (unanimous)
• Accepted February 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Noted staff-approved lot split LS21-03 at 20430 Keck Road

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold a regular meeting on March 2, 2021, preceded by a joint work session with the Planning Commission on the comprehensive plan. The board will consider consent agenda items including a $109,700 loader backhoe purchase, street closures for festivals, and utility easement dedications, as well as ordinances on right-of-way vacation, rezoning, and floor-to-area ratio. The meeting also includes staff reports on 2020 year-end financials and the administrator's report.

• Purchase of Case 590SN Loader Backhoe for Electric Department from Scott Equipment for $109,700
• Ordinance 21-02 (2nd reading) to vacate un-named rights-of-way at 316 N. Hico Street
• Ordinance 21-03 (1st reading) to rezone 813 AR. Highway 16 from A-1 to R-2
• Ordinance 21-04 (1st reading) to amend Chapter 102 Zoning on floor-to-area ratio
• Resolution 06-21 for street closures for Dogwood Festival, Homegrown Festival, and Turkey Trot

The Board unanimously approved the consent agenda items, including minutes, utility easements, street closures for festivals, and equipment purchase, with a modification to the Turkey Trot closure date. It also advanced three ordinances: vacating rights-of-way, rezoning property at 813 AR Highway 16, and amending floor-to-area ratio rules. The Board approved extending the emergency declaration and authorized negotiations to buy equipment from Tri-State.

• Approved consent agenda items A, B, D, E, and F (minutes, easements, street closures, records destruction, equipment purchase).
• Approved street closure resolution with Turkey Trot date changed from April to November.
• Placed Ordinance 21-02 (vacating rights-of-way) on second reading and read it by title only.
• Placed Ordinance 21-03 (rezoning 813 AR Highway 16 from A-1 to R-2) on first reading.
• Placed Ordinance 21-04 (floor-to-area ratio amendment) on first reading.
• Approved extending the City's Emergency Declaration to April 7.
• Authorized the City Administrator to negotiate purchase of equipment from Tri-State.

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will vote on a consent agenda including a $12,000 budget amendment for an electric vehicle charging station, a settlement authorization for opioid litigation, and equipment purchases. They will also hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to vacate rights-of-way for the Simmons Foods processing facility expansion at 316 N. Hico Street.

• Budget amendment: $12,000 for electric vehicle charging station (Admin)
• Purchase: 2021 John Deere Dozer, $206,688.10 (Street Division)
• Purchase: 2021 Pad Foot Soil Compactor, $128,904 (Street Division)
• Resolution 05-21: Significant Development Permit for Simmons Foods, Inc., 316 N. Hico Street
• Ordinance 21-02: 1st reading to vacate un-named rights-of-way at 316 N. Hico Street

The Board approved a significant development permit for Simmons Foods' processing facility expansion at 316 N. Hico Street, along with related right-of-way vacations. It also approved consent agenda items including a $12,000 budget amendment for an electric vehicle charging station, purchases of a dozer and compactor, and utility easement dedications. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda items A, C, F, G (unanimous)
• Approved budget amendment for EV charging station, $12,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 John Deere dozer, $206,688.10 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 pad foot soil compactor, $128,904 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 05-21, significant development permit for Simmons Foods at 316 N. Hico St (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-02 on first reading to vacate rights-of-way at 316 N. Hico St (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will review a significant development permit for a 62,329 sq. ft. expansion and renovation of the Simmons Foods facility at 316 N. Hico St., which is expected to add about 60 jobs. The commission will also consider a rezoning request, a zoning code update, and several staff-approved permits. The meeting includes approval of the January 12, 2021 minutes and officer elections.

• Significant Development Permit SD21-01 for Simmons Foods expansion at 316 N. Hico St., with $100,904.68 in street and sidewalk fees
• Rezoning RZ21-01 from A-1 to R-2 at 813 AR Hwy. 16 S
• Update to Zoning Code Chapter 102
• Right-of-way closure ROW21-01 at 316 N. Hico St.
• Lot consolidation LC21-01 and lot split LS21-02 at 2617/2619 South Elm St.

The Planning Commission approved a significant development permit for 316 North Hico Street, a rezone for 813 AR Highway 16 South, and a zoning code update. It also reviewed right-of-way closure, lot consolidation, and lot split permits, all to be forwarded to the Board of Directors. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved significant development permit SD21-01 at 316 North Hico Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezone permit RZ21-01 at 813 AR Highway 16 South (unanimous)
• Approved zoning code update to Chapter 102 (unanimous)
• Reviewed right-of-way closure ROW21-01 at 316 North Hico Street (forwarded to Board)
• Reviewed lot consolidation LC21-01 at 316 North Hico Street (forwarded to Board)
• Reviewed lot split LS21-02 at 2617/2619 South Elm Street (forwarded to Board)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will vote on a significant development permit for a 63,170 sq ft Atwoods retail facility at the 300 block of Hwy. 59 N., along with several consent agenda items including equipment purchases and budget amendments. They will also hold the third reading of an ordinance to annex 30.03 acres at 14505 North Country Club Road and consider a $538,066 change order for the Water Division.

• Resolution 04-21: Significant Development Permit for Atwoods Distribution, L.P. (63,170 sq ft retail facility, 300 Block Hwy. 59 N.)
• Ordinance 21-01 (3rd reading): Annexation of 30.03 acres at 14505 North Country Club Road
• Change Order: $538,066 for Water Division (Burns & McDonnell Engineering)
• Purchase: Kenworth Flatbed Dump Truck for Street Division ($91,750)
• Purchase: Volvo Wheel Loader for Solid Waste Division ($160,537)

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will vote on a consent agenda including a $216,047 tree-trimming bucket truck purchase, a $30,000 property purchase, and several easement dedications. They will also hold the second reading of an ordinance to annex 30.03 acres at 14505 North Country Club Road. The meeting includes public input and staff reports.

• Purchase of tree trimming bucket truck from Altec Industries for $216,047
• Property purchase at 905 E. University for $30,000
• Annexation of 30.03 acres at 14505 North Country Club Road (Ordinance 21-01, 2nd reading)
• Resolution 02-21 setting hearing for right-of-way vacation at 316 N. Hico Street
• Resolution 03-21 accepting $125,000 TAP grant for sidewalk on Lake Francis Dr. & Washington St.

Planning Commission

The Siloam Springs Planning Commission will consider a significant development permit for a 63,170-square-foot farm and ranch supply store at the 300 block of N. Hwy. 59, owned by Atwoods Distributing. The commission will also review staff-approved lot consolidations and splits. The meeting includes routine items like approving minutes and electing officers.

• Significant Development Permit SD20-06 for a 63,170 sq ft retail facility at 300 Block of N. Hwy. 59
• Lot Consolidation Permit LC20-02 at 300 Block of N. Hwy. 59
• Lot Split Permit LS20-07 at 1505 S. Mt. Olive St.
• Lot Split Permit LS20-08 at 21948 and 21949 Estate Drive
• Approval of minutes from November 10, 2020 meeting

The Planning Commission approved a Significant Development Permit (D20-06) for the 300 block of North Highway 59, with staff-recommended conditions. The item will go to the Board of Directors on February 2, 2021. The commission also elected officers for 2021 and noted three staff-approved permits for lots on Highway 59, South Mount Olive Street, and Estate Drive.

• Approved Significant Development Permit D20-06, 300 Block of North Highway 59 (unanimous)
• Elected Smith as Chairman, Driscoll as Vice Chairman, and McKenzie as Secretary for 2021
• Accepted November 10, 2020, minutes (unanimous)
• Noted staff-approved Lot Consolidation Permit LC20-02, 300 Block of North Highway 59
• Noted staff-approved Lot Split Permit LS20-07, 1505 South Mount Olive Street
• Noted staff-approved Lot Split Permit LS20-08, 21948 and 21949 Estate Drive

Board of Directors

The Siloam Springs Board of Directors will hold its January organizational meeting, including swearing in newly elected members, electing a vice-mayor, and adopting procedural rules. The board will also consider a rezoning on East Harvard Street, an annexation on North Country Club Road, and other routine items.

• Swearing in of Judy Nation, Reid Carroll, Carol Smiley, David Allen
• Election of Vice-Mayor
• Resolution 01-21 adopting Board rules and procedures
• Ordinance 20-33 (3rd reading) rezoning 900 block E. Harvard St. from R-2/R-3 to I-1
• Ordinance 21-01 (1st reading) annexing 30.03 acres at 14505 N. Country Club Rd.

The Board of Directors unanimously adopted Ordinance 20-33, rezoning the 900 block of East Harvard Street from R-2 and R-3 to I-1, and Ordinance 20-34, amending the land use code regarding annexation and zoning permits. The board also placed Ordinance 21-01 on first reading to annex 30.03 acres at 14505 North Country Club Road. David Allen was elected Vice-Mayor by a 4-3 vote.

• Elected Reid Carroll as Vice-Mayor (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda with items B and D pulled (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 01-21 on board procedures (unanimous)
• Approved dark fiber lease with Siloam Springs School District (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-33 rezoning 900 block E. Harvard St. to I-1 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 20-34 amending annexation/zoning permit rules (unanimous)
• Placed Ordinance 21-01 on first reading to annex 30.03 acres at 14505 N. Country Club Rd. (unanimous)