Texarkana, AR
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Who’s on the Board of Directors
- Allen Brown — Mayor
- Heather Soyars — Clerk
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Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Jun 21, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Jul 19, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Aug 16, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Mon Sep 20, 2027 · 18:00
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
Recent meetings
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Board to consider liens on seven overgrown lots
The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing regarding the placement of liens on seven overgrown lots. The meeting includes resolutions for airport demolition and wastewater plant expansion.
- Public hearing and resolution to place liens on seven overgrown lots
- Contract with Dixie Overland Construction for North Texarkana Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project
- Bid acceptance of Francis Excavating LLC for demolition of Lantz Lurry Juvenile Detention Center and tree removal
- Resolution to purchase replacement computers for Central Records & Communications
- Proclamations for Black Restaurant Week, Business Appreciation Month, and Red Ribbon Week
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216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, October 19, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Given by Danny Jewell
Citizen Communication
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk’s records.
Presentation(s)
1.
Present a proclamation declaring October 18-24, 2026, as Black Restaurant Week. (CCD)
Director Laney Harris
2.
Present a proclamation declaring November as Business Appreciation Month. (CCD)
Director Laney Harris
3.
Present a proclamation declaring October 23-31, 2026 as Red Ribbon Week. (ADMIN)
City Manager Tyler Richards
Consent
4.
Approval of the minutes of the rescheduled regular meeting October 5, 2026, and the
special called meeting of October 13, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather Soyars
5.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the Central Records & Communications (CRC) Manger to
purchase replacement computers. (CRC) Manager Wendy Herring
6.
Adopt a Resolution approving the Texarkana Regional Airport to accept the bid of Francis
Excavating LLC for demolition of the Lantz Lurry Juvenile Detention Center and removal
of trees. (AIRPORT) Interim Director Russel Henderson
7.
Adopt a Resolut …
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Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Board considers exclusivity agreement for water partnership
The Board of Directors will meet to consider an ordinance regarding a water partnership. The proposal involves an exclusivity agreement with Heartland Water Partners, LLC and the Southwest Arkansas Water District.
- Ordinance for exclusivity agreement with Heartland Water Partners, LLC and Southwest Arkansas Water District
- Authorization for an application to the Arkansas Natural Resources commission
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✓ Decided: Board approves exclusivity agreement for water rights application
The Board adopted Ordinance No. 28-2026, authorizing an exclusivity agreement with Heartland Water Partners, LLC and the Southwest Arkansas Water District. This action allows the City to apply to the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission. The Board also approved an emergency clause for the ordinance.
- Adopted Ordinance No. 28-2026 for water exclusivity agreement (6-0)
- Approved emergency clause for Ordinance No. 28-2026 (6-0)
216 Walnut Street, Texarkana
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Special Called Meeting of the Board of
Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Given by Mayor Brown
REGULAR
1.
Adopt an Ordinance authorizing the execution and delivery of an exclusivity agreement
with Heartland Water Partners, LLC, the Southwest Arkansas Water District, and such
other participants; authorizing an application to Arkansas Natural Resources commission;
and declaring an emergency. (ADMIN) City Manager Tyler Richards
NEXT MEETING DATE: Monday, October 19, 2026
ADJOURN
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Special Called Meeting of the Board of
Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Tuesday, October 13, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
PRESENT: Ward | Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris, Ward 3 Director
Steven Hollibush, Ward 4 Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer, Ward 5 Director Danny Jewell,
and Ward 6 Director Steve Smith.
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Tyler Richards and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
ABSENT: Mayor Allen Brown, Attorney Josh Potter, and City Clerk Heather Soyars
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Given by Director Hollibush
REGULAR
1. Ordinance No. 28-2026 authorized the execution and delivery of an exclusivity
agreement with Heartland Water Partners, LLC, the Southwest Arkansas Water District.
and such other participants; authorizing an application to Arkansas Natural Resources
commission; and declaring an emergency. (ADMIN) City Manager Tyler Richards
Tyler Richards, City Manager, presented the Ordinance to the Board and invited Board members
to ask questions.
Director Harris asked about future water sales, protecting the City’s interests, and ensuring
revenue benefits citizens through potential water rate reductions and infrastructure
improvements.
Tyler Richards explained that these details would be addressed in a future definitive sale
agreement and that the current action was only to determine whether the City could move
forward.
Director Smith a …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on water, airport, and police grant budgets
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 6:00 PM at 216 Walnut Street. The board will consider resolutions approving Texarkana Water Utilities' FY2026-2027 budget, the Texarkana Regional Airport's 2027 capital and operations budgets, and a police department application for the 2026 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant. It will also vote on construction contracts for drainage and street work, a private club application at 2905 Arkansas Boulevard, and an ordinance changing how meeting agendas are set. A public hearing on the police grant is scheduled before the vote.
- Resolution authorizing a construction contract with Francis Excavating for County Avenue Detention Basin and Bobby Ferguson Park Spillway improvements
- Change Order No. 2 with Francis Excavating LLC for the E. 24th Street, Oats Street and E. 48th Street Rehabilitation Project
- Resolution to approve Texarkana Water Utilities' FY2026-2027 Budget
- Public hearing and resolution on the 2026 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, including an MOU with Miller County for the Texarkana, Arkansas Police Department
- Second reading of an ordinance granting prerequisite municipal approval of a private club application for 2905 Arkansas Boulevard, The Salty Pilot, LLC, with an emergency clause requested
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✓ Decided: Board approves several budgets and a private club application
The Board of Directors approved budgets for Texarkana Water Utilities and the Regional Airport, along with a private club application for The Salty Pilot, LLC. Several infrastructure contracts and a police grant application were also authorized. An ordinance to modify meeting agenda procedures was tabled.
- Approved private club application for The Salty Pilot, LLC at 2905 Arkansas Boulevard (7-0)
- Approved Texarkana Water Utilities' FY2026-2027 Budget (7-0)
- Approved Texarkana Regional Airport’s 2027 Capital Budget (7-0)
- Approved Texarkana Regional Airport’s 2027 Operations & Maintenance Budget (7-0)
- Authorized 2026 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant application and MOU with Miller County (7-0)
- Approved Change Order No. 2 with Francis Excavating LLC for street rehabilitation (7-0)
- Approved construction contract with Francis Excavating for County Avenue Detention Basin and Bobby Ferguson Park Spillway
- Tabled ordinance to modify meeting agenda formulation and management (6-1)
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, October 5, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Given by Director Ulysses Brewer
Citizen Communication
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk’s records.
Presentation(s)
1.
Employee Service Awards
2.
Millwood Lake Water Supply Project
Consent
3.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting September 21, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk
Heather Soyars
4.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with
Francis Excavating for improvements to County Avenue Detention Basin and Bobby
Ferguson Park Spillway. (PWD) Interim Public Works Director Tracie Lee
5.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into Change Order No. 2 with
Francis Excavating LLC for E. 24th Street, Oats Street and E. 48th Street Rehabilitation
Project. (PWD) Interim Public Works Director Tracie Lee
Regular
6.
Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Water Utilities' FY2026-2027 Budget. (TWU)
Executive Director Gary Smith and Assistant Director Business Services Ryan Bean
7.
Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport …
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Monday, October 5, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Mayor Allen Brown called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Allen Brown, Ward | Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris,
Ward 3 Director Steven Hollibush, Ward 4 Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer, Ward 5 Director
Danny Jewell, and Ward 6 Director Steve Smith.
Also, Present: City Manager Tyler Richards, City Attorney Josh Potter, City Clerk Heather
Soyars, and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance led by Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer.
Citizen Communication
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk’s records.
Richard Reynolds spoke about the importance of Issue 3 on the November ballot. He said it had
greatly improved economic development projects in Texas, and it would be great for Arkansas.
Ms. Montgomery asked when the bridge on Seibert Street will be rebuilt and asked about having
lights at Bramble Park.
Edward Dean asked if the city could do anything about the noise truckers make on Interstate 30
with their jake brakes.
Presentation(s)
1. Employee Service Awards
Kristen Schultz TAPD 5 Years
Aaron Mat …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to table the ordinance for additional verbiage was made by Director Harris, Seconded by Director Roberts. Voting
6 yea
Brown yea · Roberts yea · Harris yea · Assistant Mayor Brewer yea · Jewell yea · Smith. Voting yea
Fri Sep 25, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Board to rezone Beech/MLK Jr. parcel to single-family; approve water main and road contracts
The Texarkana, AR Board of Directors will consider several resolutions and one ordinance, including a rezoning request, infrastructure contracts, and a public hearing on delinquent taxes. The meeting includes consent agenda items and a presentation of employee service awards.
- Rezone parcel 1010830 at SE corner of Beech Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd from R-4/C-3 to R-2 Single Family
- Resolution authorizing contract for Lindberg Street 6-inch water main replacement
- Resolution authorizing construction contract with Contech Contractors for Sanderson Lane, Senator Street, Garland Avenue, and Washington Street rehabilitation
- Resolution to seek proposals for Amendment 78 financing for a new Fire Pumper Apparatus
- Public hearing and resolution certifying delinquent taxes for 110 East Broad Street demolition
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
Board Meeting
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Friday, September 25, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance Given by Director Smith
Citizen Communication
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk’s records.
Presentation(s)
1.
Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
Consent
2.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting July 20, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
3.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for the Lindberg
Street Six-Inch (6”) Water Main Replacement Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary
Smith
4.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with
Contech Contractors for Sanderson Lane, Senator Street, Garland Avenue and Washington
Street Rehabilitation Projects. (PWD) Interim Public Works Director Tracie Lee
5.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to seek proposals for Amendment 78
financing for a new Fire Pumper Apparatus. (TAFD) Fire Chief David Fletcher
6.
Adopt a Resolution approving the 2026 G.O. Bond Budget. (FIN) Finance Director Shena …
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on water utility and airport budgets for 2027
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Monday, September 21, 2026 at 216 Walnut Street to consider several resolutions and one ordinance. Regular items include approving Texarkana Water Utilities' FY2026-2027 budget, the Texarkana Regional Airport's 2027 capital budget and 2027 operations and maintenance budget, and an ordinance granting prerequisite municipal approval of a private club application for 2905 Arkansas Boulevard, The Salty Pilot, LLC. The consent agenda covers meeting minutes, a resolution rescheduling 2027 board meetings that conflict with holidays, and a contract with WSB, LLC of Texarkana, Texas, for the Predictive LSL Model Project. The meeting also includes citizen communication and a city manager report.
- Resolution to approve Texarkana Water Utilities' FY2026-2027 Budget
- Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport's 2027 Capital Budget
- Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport's 2027 Operations & Maintenance Budget
- Ordinance for prerequisite municipal approval of a private club application at 2905 Arkansas Boulevard, The Salty Pilot, LLC, with a requested emergency clause requiring a two-thirds vote
- Consent item authorizing a contract with WSB, LLC of Texarkana, Texas, for the Predictive LSL Model Project
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✓ Decided: Board approves contract for Predictive LSL Model Project
The Board of Directors approved a contract with WSB, LLC for the Predictive LSL Model Project and rescheduled 2027 meetings. Several budget resolutions were pulled from the agenda, and a private club application was read for the first time.
- Approved contract with WSB, LLC for Predictive LSL Model Project
- Approved rescheduling of 2027 Board of Directors meetings
- Approved minutes from September 8, 2026 meeting
- Appointed Director Danny Jewell as Acting Mayor
- First reading of ordinance for private club application at 2905 Arkansas Boulevard
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, September 21, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Mayor Allen Brown
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens
Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk's records.
CONSENT
1.
Approval of the minutes of the rescheduled regular meeting September 8, 2026. (CCD) City
Clerk Heather Soyars
2.
Adopt a Resolution to reschedule Board of Directors meetings in 2027 that conflict with
certain holidays. (CCD) City Clerk Heather Soyars
3.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with WSB, LLC of
Texarkana, Texas, for the Predictive LSL Model Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary
Smith
REGULAR
4.
Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Water Utilities’ FY2026-2027 Budget. (TWU)
Director Gary Smith and Assistant Director Business Services Ryan Bean
5.
Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport’s 2027 Capital Budget.
(AIRPORT) Interim Director Russel Henderson
6.
Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport’s 2027 Operations & Maintenance
Budget. (AIRPORT) Interim Director Russell Henderson
7.
Adopt an Ordinance grant …
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Monday, September 21, 2026 - 6:00 PM
DUE TO EARLIER POWER OUTAGE — THIS MEETING WAS PUSHED TO 7:00PM.
PUBLIC NOTICE IS ATTACHED.
City Manager Tyler Richards called the meeting to order 7:05 PM.
PRESENT: Ward 1 Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris, Ward 5 Director
Danny Jewell, and Ward 6 Director Steve Smith.
ALSO, PRESENT: City Manager Tyler Richards, City Attorney Josh Potter, and City Clerk
Heather Soyars.
ABSENT: Mayor Allen Brown, Ward 3 Director Steven Hollibush, Ward 4 Assistant Mayor
Ulysses Brewer and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
With the absence of the Mayor and Assistant Mayor, Director Roberts made the motion to
appoint Director Jewell as Acting Mayor, Seconded by Director Steve Smith. The motion
carried.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Acting Mayor Danny Jewell.
City Manager Richards pulled the following agenda items:
4. Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Water Utilities’ FY2026-2027 Budget. (TWU)
Director Gary Smith and Assistant Director Business Services Ryan Bean
5. Adopt a Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport’s 2027 Capital Budget.
(AIRPORT) Interim Director Russel Henderson
6. Adopta Resolution to approve Texarkana Regional Airport’s 2027 Operations & Maintenance
Budget. (AIRPORT) Interim Director Russell Henderson
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
Brandon Norman, 219 Pinehurst Street, made a formal complai …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on street rehab contracts, firetruck financing, and 17 lot liens
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Tuesday, September 08, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 216 Walnut Street. The board will consider consent resolutions awarding an engineering contract to Spears Engineering Company, LLC for design of 2025 Street Bond Rehab Projects and construction contracts with Francis Excavating and Contech Contractors for several street rehabilitation projects. In regular business, the board will hold a public hearing and vote on placing liens on seventeen overgrown lots, and consider an ordinance accepting a financing proposal from Commercial National Bank for the purchase of a Pumper Firetruck, with an emergency clause requested. The agenda also includes a presentation of Employee Service Awards and citizen communication.
- Engineering contract to Spears Engineering Company, LLC for design of 2025 Street Bond Rehab Projects: Meadowview Drive, Pine Trail Street, E. 15th Street, E. 37th Street, and Northern Hills Drive
- Construction contract with Francis Excavating for Lonoke Avenue, Broadmoor Drive and Pinson Drive Rehabilitation Projects
- Construction contract with Contech Contractors for Sammy Lane, Forest Street, Harris Lane and Rocky Creek Road Rehabilitation Projects
- Public hearing and resolution to place liens on seventeen overgrown lots
- Ordinance accepting financing proposal from Commercial National Bank for purchase of a Pumper Firetruck, with emergency clause requested
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✓ Decided: Board approves financing for new pumper firetruck
The Board of Directors approved financing from Commercial National Bank to purchase a pumper firetruck. The board also authorized several street rehabilitation contracts and placed liens on 17 overgrown lots.
- Approved financing from Commercial National Bank for a pumper firetruck (6-0)
- Placed liens on 17 overgrown lots via Resolution No. 2026-93 (6-0)
- Awarded engineering contract to Spears Engineering Company, LLC for 2025 Street Bond Rehab Projects
- Authorized construction contract with Francis Excavating for Lonoke Avenue, Broadmoor Drive and Pinson Drive projects
- Authorized construction contract with Contech Contractors for Sammy Lane, Forest Street, Harris Lane and Rocky Creek Road projects
- Approved minutes from August 17, 2026 meeting
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Tuesday, September 08, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Laney Harris
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens
Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk's records.
PRESENTATION(S)
1.
Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
CONSENT
2.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting August 17, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
3.
Adopt a Resolution to award an engineering contract to Spears Engineering Company, LLC
for the design of 2025 Street Bond Rehab Projects: Meadowview Drive, Pine Trail Street, E.
15th Street, E. 37th Street, and Northern Hills Drive. (PWD) Interim Public Works Director
Tracie Lee
4.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with
Francis Excavating for Lonoke Avenue, Broadmoor Drive and Pinson Drive Rehabilitation
Projects. (PWD) Interim Public Works Director Tracie Lee
5.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter a construction contract with
Contech Contractors for Sammy Lane, Forest Street, Harris Lane and Rocky Creek Road
Rehabilitat …
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Tuesday, September 08, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
PRESENT: Ward | Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris, Ward 3 Director Steven
Hollibush, Ward 4 Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer, Ward 5 Director Danny Jewell, and Ward 6
Director Steve Smith.
ALSO, PRESENT: City Manager Tyler Richards, City Attorney Josh Potter, and City Clerk
Heather Soyars.
ABSENT: Mayor Allen Brown and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
Invocation given by Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer. Pledge of Allegiance led by Director
Laney Harris.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
No one came forward.
PRESENTATION(S)
1. Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
Navon Blackwell Bi-State Maintenance 10 Years
Melanie Baird Court Clerk 5 Years
Marcus Gilliam Jr. TAFD 10 Years
Tiffany McCrary TWU 5 Years
CONSENT
Director Roberts made the motion to adopt the Consent agenda, Seconded by Director Hollibush.
The motion carried and the following items were approved:
2. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting August 17, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
Resolution No. 2026-90 awarded an engineering contract to Spears Engineering Company,
LLC for the design of 2025 Street Bond Rehab Projects: Meadowview Drive, Pine Trail Street,
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E. 15th Street, E. 37th Street, and Northern Hills Drive. (PWD) Interim Publi …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
General
Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00
General
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on liens against 27 overgrown lots after public hearing
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 216 Walnut Street. The board will hold a public hearing and then consider a resolution placing liens on twenty-seven overgrown lots. It also takes up consent items on meeting minutes and change orders for the REDI Site Water & Sewer Extensions Project and the runway 4/22 extension overlay at Texarkana Regional Airport, plus an engineering contract for the Nix Creek Walking Trail. Citizen communication is allowed, with five minutes per person and a fifty-minute total limit.
- Public hearing and resolution to place liens on 27 overgrown lots
- Resolution authorizing a change order for the REDI Site Water & Sewer Extensions Project
- Resolution approving change order No. 1 for the runway 4/22 extension overlay at Texarkana Regional Airport
- Engineering contract award to A.L. Franks Engineering for Nix Creek Walking Trail design, from Seibert Street to 500 feet past Pinehurst Street
- Approval of minutes from the August 3, 2026 regular meeting
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✓ Decided: Texarkana board places liens on 27 overgrown lots, 6-1
The Board of Directors approved its consent agenda, including minutes, two change orders, and an engineering contract for the Nix Creek Walking Trail. In the main action, the board adopted Resolution No. 2026-89 placing liens on twenty-seven overgrown lots after a public hearing; Director Harris abstained, and the motion carried 6-1. The meeting also included citizen comments on an upcoming Issue 3 discussion and downtown maintenance, plus board commentary. The board adjourned at 6:32 PM; the next meeting is Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes of the August 3, 2026 regular meeting
- Resolution No. 2026-86A authorized City Manager to approve a change order for the REDI Site Water & Sewer Extensions Project
- Resolution No. 2026-87 approved change order No. 1 for the runway 4/22 extension overlay project at Texarkana Regional Airport
- Resolution No. 2026-88 awarded an engineering contract to A.L. Franks Engineering for design of Nix Creek Walking Trail (Seibert Street to 500 feet past Pinehurst Street)
- Resolution No. 2026-89 placed liens on twenty-seven (27) overgrown lots (6-1, Director Harris abstained)
- Adjourned at 6:32 PM (7-0)
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, August 17, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Steven Hollibush
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens
Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk's records.
CONSENT
1.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting August 3, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
2.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to approve a change order required for the
REDI Site Water & Sewer Extensions Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary Smith
3.
Adopt a Resolution approving change order No. 1 for the runway 4/22 extension overlay
project at Texarkana Regional Airport. (AIRPORT) Interim Airport Director Russell
Henderson
4.
Adopt a Resolution to award an engineering contract to A.L. Franks Engineering for the
design of Nix Creek Walking Trail (From Seibert Street to 500’ past Pinehurst Street). (PWD)
Interim Public Works Director Tracie Lee
REGULAR
5.
Consider the following action concerning the maintenance of overgrown lots:
Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the placing of liens on twenty-seven (27) overgrown lots.
Adopt a Resolution placing liens on twenty-sev …
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Monday, August 17, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor Allen Brown called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
PRESENT: Mayor Allen Brown, Ward 1 Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris,
Ward 3 Director Steven Hollibush, Ward 4 Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer, Ward 5 Director
Danny Jewell, and Ward 6 Director Steve Smith.
ALSO, PRESENT: City Manager Tyler Richards, City Attorney Josh Potter, City Clerk Heather
Soyars and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Steven Hollibush.
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
Adger Smith, 308 Meadows Road, announced an upcoming informative discussion regarding
Issue 3, featuring Gabe Holmstrom and Cliff McKinney. The event will be held on Thursday,
September 10, at 6:00 p.m. at Hickory Street Baptist Church.
George Dodson, 220 East Broad, presented photographs of downtown and expressed concerns
regarding the appearance and maintenance of the downtown area.
CONSENT
Director Smith made the motion to adopt the Consent agenda, Seconded by Director Roberts. The
motion carried and the following items were approved:
1. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting August 3, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
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Resolution No. 2026-86A authorized the City Manager to approve a change order required
for the REDI Site Water & Sewer Extensions Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary Smith
Resolution No. 2026-8 …
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Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 18:00
General
Fri Aug 7, 2026 · 18:00
General
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on 2026 G.O. Bond budget and three rezonings
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 216 Walnut Street. The board will consider approving the 2026 G.O. Bond Budget, contracts for water main and street rehabilitation projects, financing proposals for a new fire pumper, and three rezoning ordinances. It will also hold public hearings on delinquent taxes for a structure at 110 East Broad Street and on liens for 43 overgrown lots. An executive session item would remove Diane Patterson from the Advertising and Promotion Commission over residency requirements.
- Resolution authorizing a contract for the Lindberg Street six-inch water main replacement project
- Resolution authorizing a construction contract with Contech Contractors for Sanderson Lane, Senator Street, Garland Avenue and Washington Street rehabilitation projects
- Resolution authorizing the City Manager to seek proposals for Amendment 78 financing for a new Fire Pumper Apparatus
- Resolution approving the 2026 G.O. Bond Budget
- Public hearings and resolutions on delinquent taxes at 110 East Broad Street (Ward 2) and liens on 43 overgrown lots
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✓ Decided: Texarkana board approves 2026 G.O. bond budget and four rezoning ordinances
The Board of Directors approved Resolution No. 2026-82 setting the 2026 G.O. Bond Budget, along with a construction contract for street rehabilitation and a water main replacement contract. Three rezoning ordinances passed 7-0, changing zoning at 1401 Dudley Street, 6600 Sugar Hill Road, and a parcel at Beech Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The board also certified $15,000.00 in delinquent taxes on 110 East Broad Street and placed liens on 43 overgrown lots, and removed Diane Patterson from the Advertising and Promotion Commission over residency requirements.
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-82, the 2026 G.O. Bond Budget (consent agenda, carried)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-83 authorizing a construction contract with Contech Contractors for Sanderson Lane, Senator Street, Garland Avenue and Washington Street Rehabilitation Projects (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-80 authorizing a contract for the Lindberg Street Six-Inch Water Main Replacement Project (consent agenda, carried)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-81 authorizing the City Manager to seek proposals for Amendment 78 financing for a new Fire Pumper Apparatus (consent agenda, carried)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-84 certifying $15,000.00 in delinquent taxes for 110 East Broad Street (7-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-85 placing liens on 43 overgrown lots (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 23-2026 rezoning 1401 Dudley Street from O-1 Office Quiet to C-1 General Commercial (7-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 24-2026 rezoning 6600 Sugar Hill Road from R-1 Rural Residential to A-1 Limited Mixed Use (7-0)
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, August 03, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Terry Roberts
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens
Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk's records.
PRESENTATION(S)
1.
Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
CONSENT
2.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting July 20, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
3.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for the Lindberg
Street Six-Inch (6”) Water Main Replacement Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary Smith
4.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a construction contract with
Contech Contractors for Sanderson Lane, Senator Street, Garland Avenue and Washington
Street Rehabilitation Projects. (PWD) Interim Public Works Director Tracie Lee
5.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to seek proposals for Amendment 78
financing for a new Fire Pumper Apparatus. (TAFD) Fire Chief David Fletcher
6.
Adopt a Resolution approving the 2026 G.O. Bond Budget. (FIN) Finance Director Shena
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Monday, August 03, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor Allen Brown called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
PRESENT: Mayor Allen Brown, Ward | Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris,
Ward 3 Director Steven Hollibush, Ward 4 Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer, Ward 5 Director
Danny Jewell, and Ward 6 Director Steve Smith.
ALSO, PRESENT: City Manager Tyler Richards, City Attorney Josh Potter, City Clerk Heather
Soyars, and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Terry Roberts
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
None.
PRESENTATION(S)
1. Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
Clay Hicks PWD 5 Years
Andreka Allen TWU 5 Years
CONSENT
Director Jewell requested Item 4. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a
construction contract with Contech Contractors for Sanderson Lane, Senator Street, Garland
Avenue and Washington Street Rehabilitation Projects. (PWD), be removed from the Consent
agenda.
Director Smith made the motion to adopt the Consent agenda, Seconded by Director Jewell. The
motion carried and the following items were approved:
2. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting July 20, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
Resolution No. 2026-80 authorized the City Manager to enter into a contract for the Lindberg
Street Six-Inch (6”) Water Main Replacement Project. (TWU) Ex …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Motion to suspend the rules and place the ordinance on its second reading in abbreviated form made by Assistant Mayor Brewer, Seconded by Director Roberts. Voting
12 yea · 1 nay
Brown yea · Roberts yea · Hollibush yea · Assistant Mayor Brewer yea · Smith. Voting yea · Harris nay · Brown yea · Roberts yea · Harris yea · Hollibush yea · Assistant Mayor Brewer yea · Smith. Voting yea · Jewell yea
The other 1 item passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on street rehab contracts, water projects and AI policy
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 216 Walnut Street. The board will consider a large consent agenda of resolutions authorizing contracts for water and wastewater chemicals, water tank and line projects, airport construction management, a City Hall emergency generator, and several 2025 Street Bond rehabilitation projects. Regular items include a public hearing and resolution to place liens on four overgrown lots, a police memorandum of understanding with UAHT, a private club application for 305 Front Street, and two ordinances on Artificial Intelligence use and personnel policy. Several ordinances request emergency clauses requiring a separate two-thirds vote.
- Public hearing and resolution to place liens on four overgrown lots
- Resolutions for 2025 Street Bond Rehab Projects including McClure Road, Linn Ferry Road, Capitol Hill West Road, Grand Avenue, East 43rd Street, East 36th Street, Arkansas Boulevard, East 24th Street, Oats Street and East 48th Street
- Contract with Contech Contractors for an emergency generator at City Hall
- Ordinance granting prerequisite municipal approval for a private club application at 305 Front Street, The Concho, LLC, with an emergency clause request
- Ordinances to create an AI use policy and update the Personnel Policy to include AI, both requesting emergency clauses
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✓ Decided: Texarkana board adopts AI-use policy and personnel rules, plus 12 resolutions
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors approved a series of resolutions covering water and wastewater contracts, street rehabilitation, an airport construction manager agreement, and an emergency generator at City Hall. The board adopted three ordinances creating a city policy on authorized use of Artificial Intelligence, updating the Personnel Policy to include AI, and granting municipal approval for a private club at 305 Front Street; each ordinance carried 6-0 with emergency clauses also adopted 6-0. The board also placed liens on four overgrown lots (5-1, Director Harris abstained) and appointed Jenny Tefft to the Historic District Commission. Four residents spoke during citizen communication about the Seibert Street Bridge, overgrown lots, a tripled water bill, and AI and flock cameras.
- Approved consent agenda including minutes of July 6, 2026 meeting (voice vote, carried)
- Resolution 2026-68: contract for water and wastewater treatment chemicals (consent)
- Resolution 2026-69: Lakewood Elevated Tank Contract No. 2 — Site Work Project (consent)
- Resolution 2026-70: Johnson Lane Six-Inch Water Extension Project (consent)
- Resolution 2026-71: contract with Contech Contractors for emergency generator at City Hall (consent)
- Resolution 2026-72: amended A.L. Franks Engineering contract for 2025 Street Bond Rehab design (consent)
- Resolution 2026-73: awarded A.L. Franks Engineering contract for 2025 Street Bond Rehab design (consent)
- Resolution 2026-74: purchase agreement with Leeboy Fayat Group for RA 400 Patcher/Asphalt Injection Truck (consent)
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, July 20, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Steve Smith
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens
Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk's records.
PRESENTATION(S)
1.
Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
CONSENT
2.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting July 6, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather Soyars
3.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for the purchase of
chemicals for water and wastewater treatment. (TWU) Executive Director Gary Smith
4.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for the Lakewood
Elevated Tank Contract No. 2 – Site Work Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary Smith
5.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract for the Johnson Lane
Six-Inch Water Extension Project. (TWU) Executive Director Gary Smith
6.
Adopt a Resolution authorizing the Interim Airport Director to enter into an agreement with
Altech Inc. for construction manager at risk (CMAR) services for the Maintenance Repair
Overhaul …
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Monday, July 20, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Mayor Allen Brown called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
PRESENT: Mayor Allen Brown, Ward 1 Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris,
Ward 3 Director Steven Hollibush, Ward 5 Director Danny Jewell, and Ward 6 Director Steve
Smith.
ALSO, PRESENT: City Manager Tyler Richards, City Attorney Josh Potter, and City Clerk
Heather Soyars.
ABSENT: Ward 4 Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Steve Smith
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
Shawn Taylor addressed the Board regarding the status of the Seibert Street Bridge, concerns about
overgrown weed lots, and the importance of maintaining the appearance of the area.
Mr. May addressed the Board regarding overgrown weed lots and concerns about the creek located
behind his residence.
Jay Patel, owner of Sunrise RV Park, addressed the Board regarding concerns that his water bill
had tripled. He requested that the Board consider implementing measures to help ensure
businesses like his are not overcharged for water service.
Sandy, resident of Texas, addressed the Board and expressed concerns regarding the potential for
artificial intelligence (AI) and flock cameras to be used for both beneficial and harmful purposes.
PRESENTATION(S)
1. Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (ADMIN)
M …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
motion to read the resolution in title form was made by Director Roberts, Seconded by Director Smith. Voting
5 yea
Brown yea · Roberts yea · Harris yea · Hollibush yea · Jewell yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
Board of Directors
Texarkana board to vote on rezoning 1617 Dudley Street and 4620 Old Orr Road
The Texarkana, Arkansas Board of Directors meets Monday, July 06, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 216 Walnut Street. The board will consider two rezoning ordinances, a water conservation and drought contingency plan, meeting minutes, and two appointments to fill unexpired terms. An emergency clause is requested for the Old Orr Road rezoning, which requires a separate vote and two-thirds approval.
- Rezone 1617 Dudley Street from R-3 Low Density Residential to C-1 General Commercial (Ward 2)
- Rezone 4620 Old Orr Road from R-1 Rural Residential to A-1 Limited Mixed Use (Ward 1), with an emergency clause requested
- Resolution to approve the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan (TWU)
- Appointment to the Personnel Policy Committee for the unexpired term of Jenny Narens
- Appointment to the Advertising & Promotion Commission for the unexpired term of Lisa VandeGraaf
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✓ Decided: Texarkana Board approves rezoning for two properties and board appointments
The Board of Directors approved the June 15, 2026 meeting minutes and the Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan. They also approved rezoning 1617 Dudley Street to C-1 General Commercial and 4620 Old Orr Road to A-1 Limited Mixed Use, including an emergency clause for the latter. Additionally, the board appointed Tabitha Churchill to the Personnel Policy Committee and Diane Patterson to the Advertising & Promotion Commission.
- Approved June 15, 2026 meeting minutes (consent)
- Approved Resolution No. 2026-65 for Water Conservation and Drought Contingency Plan (consent)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 18-2026 to rezone 1617 Dudley Street to C-1 General Commercial (5-0)
- Adopted Ordinance No. 19-2026 to rezone 4620 Old Orr Road to A-1 Limited Mixed Use (5-0)
- Enacted emergency clause for Ordinance No. 19-2026 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolutions 2026-66 and 2026-67 making committee and commission appointments (5-0)
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Agenda - Monday, July 06, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Call to Order
Roll Call
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Danny Jewell
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the
Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens
Communication.
Please fill out a Citizen Communication Card with your name and contact information for the
City Clerk's records.
CONSENT
1.
Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting June 15, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
2.
Adopt a resolution authorizing the approval of the Water Conservation and Drought
Contingency Plan. (TWU) Director Gary Smith
REGULAR
3.
Adopt an Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. K-286 to rezone the property located at 1617
Dudley Street from R-3 Low Density Residential to C-1 General Commercial. (Ward 2)
(PWD-PLANNING) City Planner Jamie Finley
4.
Adopt an Ordinance to amend Ordinance No. K-286 to rezone the property located at 4620
Old Orr Road from R-1 Rural Residential to A-1 Limited Mixed Use. (Ward 1) (PWD-
PLANNING) City Planner Jamie Finley
An emergency clause is requested. An emergency clause requires a separate and distinct
vote of the board and is valid only if there is a two-thirds vote of approval by the Board.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS' COMMENTARY
EXECUTIVE SESSION
5.
Adopt a Resolut …
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Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors
City of Texarkana, Arkansas
216 Walnut Street
Minutes - Monday, July 06, 2026 - 6:00 PM
Assistant Mayor Ulysses Brewer called the meeting to order at 6:01 PM.
PRESENT: Ward 1 Director Terry Roberts, Ward 2 Director Laney Harris, Ward 4 Assistant
Mayor Ulysses Brewer, Ward 5 Director Danny Jewell, and Ward 6 Director Steve Smith.
ALSO PRESENT: Attorney Josh Potter and Deputy City Clerk Tabitha Churchill.
ABSENT: Mayor Allen Brown, Ward 3 Director Steven Hollibush, City Manager Tyler Richards,
and City Clerk Heather Soyars
*Director Laney Harris arrived at 6:04 PM.*
Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Director Danny Jewell
CITIZEN COMMUNICATION
Gary Carter expressed his concerns about the negative comments concerning the new Tri State
Cremation and Funeral Services location.
George Dodson expressed concerns that the trash receptacles in the downtown area are often full
on the weekends, which he stated negatively impacts the city’s cleanliness and overall appearance.
CONSENT
Director Roberts made the motion to adopt the Consent agenda, Seconded by Director Smith. The
motion carried and the following items were approved:
1. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting June 15, 2026. (CCD) City Clerk Heather
Soyars
2. Resolution No. 2026-65 authorized the approval of the Water Conservation and Drought
Contingency Plan. (TWU) Director Gary Smith
REGULAR
3. Ordinance No. 18-2026 authorized the amendment of Ordinanc …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $1.5M | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8511816085!CYLINDER SLEEVE AND PISTON AS |
| $826,566 | TRI-STATE INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS, INC. Department of Defense · VIBRATION TESTING EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION IN SUPPORT OF PINE BLUFF |
| $351,380 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8511755563!CRANKSHAFT,ENGINE |
| $175,955 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8510521343!NOZZLE,FUEL INJECTI |
| $128,434 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8511649398!RADIATOR,ENGINE COO |
| $126,350 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8511926878!MANIFOLD ASSY,HI PR |
| $124,291 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8510576939!GEAR SET,SPUR,MATCH |
| $122,615 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8511589527!BRAKE SHOE |
| $113,828 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8509994422!FILTER ELEMENT,INTA |
| $110,132 | ARTEX TRUCK CENTER INC Department of Defense · 8510258482!FILTER ELEMENT,INTA |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Miller County)
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Traffic fatalities2 (2024)
Adults with low literacy25.0% (low numeracy 40% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
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30
Recorded votes
37
Permitted housing units
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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