Fort Smith, AR
No tenemos próximas reuniones registradas para Fort Smith. El registro más reciente que tenemos es del Mon Oct 19, 2026. Es posible que las reuniones más nuevas aún no se hayan publicado en el portal oficial, o que aún no las hayamos recopilado. Esto describe nuestro registro, no si el consejo o junta se ha reunido.
Fort SmithAR averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $193,081 +2.7% yr/yr · +17% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Reuniones recientes
Mon Oct 19, 2026
Board of Directors - Regular Meeting
Board to consider $2.47 million contract for wastewater consent decree management
The Board of Directors will discuss several resolutions related to the Federal Wastewater Consent Decree, including program management and easement acquisitions. Other business includes a splash pad installation at Tilles Park and waste management software procurement.
- Agreement with Arcadis, U.S., Inc. for wastewater consent decree program management ($2,474,000.00)
- Purchase and installation of a splash pad at Tilles Park ($998,934.60)
- Purchase of waste management software from Hauler Hero, Inc. ($186,049.20)
- Renewal of Cowbell/Palomar Cyber Liability policy with Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. ($84,544.72)
- Construction of Maybranch Greenway within Levee Improvement District No. 1
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♦ Future Fort Smith Item ● Consent Decree Item October 5, 2026 Regular Meeting
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
REGULAR MEETING
October 20, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE ON
THE CITY OF FORT SMITH GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL (COX CHANNEL 214)
AND ONLINE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortsmithar.gov/watch
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ANY ITEMS OF
BUSINESS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA FOR THIS MEETING
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE OCTOBER 5, 2026 REGULAR MEETING
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
1.
Resolution approving and authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with Arcadis,
U.S., Inc. for providing professional services associated with the program management
for the Federal Wastewater Consent Decree, Project No. 26-01-ES1 ($2,474,000.00 /
Budgeted / Engineering-Utilities – 5/8% Reallocated Sales & Use Tax-Utilities) ~
Kemp/Martin placed on agenda at the September 22, 2026 study session; Directors
Rego, Good, Kemp, and G. Catsavis removed from October 5, 2026 regular meeting
agenda on October 1, 2026; …
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Fri Oct 16, 2026
River Valley Communications Center Board
River Valley Communications Center Board to consider 2027 budget
The Board will discuss the proposed 2027 operating budget, which was postponed at the previous meeting. Members will also consider changes to the December 2024 Interlocal Agreement regarding cost-sharing among Sebastian County municipalities.
- Approval of 2027 RVCC Budget (proposed at $4,117,634)
- Proposed changes to December 2024 Interlocal Agreement cost-sharing guidelines
- Proposed reclassification of a supervisor position to an Operations Manager (cost increase of $29,336)
budgetemergency-servicesinterlocal-agreementpublic-safety
Quarterly Regular Meeting of the 911 Governing Board.
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1.. Approve 2027 RVCC Budget
2.. Resolve intent to suggest changes to the December 2024 Interlocal Agreement to the
Fort Smith Board of Directors and the Sebastian County Quorum Court to establish cost-
sharing guidelines among municipalities in Sebastian County.
AGENDA
River Valley Communications Center Board
REGULAR MEETING
October 23, 2026 ~ 1:30 am
Fort Smith Police Department
Community Room
100 South 10th ST
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES & FINANCIAL REPORT
Minutes from the September 16th, 2026, Regular Meeting
RVCC Financial Report
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
ADJOURN
1
River Valley Communications Center
911 Governing Board
Meeting Minutes
September 16, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Director Wes Milam at 2:00 p.m. in the Bartlett Community Room,
Fort Smith Police Department, 100 South 10th Street.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Danny Baker (Fort Smith Police Chief), represented by proxy, Anthony Parkinson
Darrell Clark (Fort Smith Fire Chief)
Travis Cooper (OEM Director)
Mike Conger (Sebastian County Sheriff)
Jeff Dingman (Fort Smith City Administrator), arrived following roll call
Tim Hearn (Fort Smith EMS Director)
Steve Hotz (Sebastian County Judge)
Doug Kinslow (Mayor, City of Greenwood)
Tom Sizemore (Sebastian County Rural Fire Assoc. President)
Absent: None
Quorum established.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Tim Hearn moved to approve the minutes of the June 25, 2026, regular meeting. SECOND:
Darrell Clar …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
Parks and Recreation Commission to review Tilles Park Splash Pad design
The commission will meet to review the design for the Tilles Park Splash Pad. The meeting also includes the approval of September 2026 minutes.
- Review of Tilles Park Splash Pad Design
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AGENDA
Parks and Recreation Commission
REGULAR MEETING
October 14, 2026 ~ 12:00 pm
Creekmore Community Center
3301 South M Street Fort Smith, Arkansas 72903
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
September 2026 Minutes
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
Review Tilles Park Splash Pad Design
PROJECT UPDATES
ADJOURN
COMMISSION AND STAFF COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
1
City of Fort Smith
Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of Meeting
September 9, 2026
The Parks and Recreation Commission met at noon on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, in the Rose
Room at Creekmore Park Community Center.
Park Commission members present: Chris Raible, Madeline Marquette, Sandy Sanders, David
Roberts, and Nancy Raney
Park Commission members absent: Sam Hanna and Shawn Kispert
StaL members present: JeL Dingman, Sara Deuster, Brian Penix, and Amber Plank
Others: Ken Pevehouse, Jo Elsken, and Andre Good
Raible called the meeting to order at 12:02pm. Raney made a motion to approve the minutes; the
motion was seconded by Roberts and unanimously approved.
1. Items of Business
Review FY27-FY31 Capital Improvement Plan – Deuster presented the Commissioners with the CIP
for FY27-31. Commissioners present spoke in favor of the CIP as presented. Due to several
Commissioners absent she recommended to table making a formal motion until others are present
for recommendation and approval.
2. Project Updates
Creekmore Park Tennis Courts – Deuster noted the project is progressing, with surfacing on …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
Tue Oct 13, 2026
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment
Planning Commission to review multiple rezonings and development plans
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider several requests for zone changes, variances, and development plans. Key items include a proposed auto quick lube on Phoenix Avenue and a planned zoning district for Methodist Village.
- Final Plat for Grandview Subdivision, Phase I at Brooken Hill Drive and Jenny Lind Road
- Rezoning and development plan for an auto quick lube at 6812 Phoenix Avenue
- Rezoning to Planned Zoning District (PZD) at 1801 South 74th Street and Euper Lane
- Request for two duplexes at 1406 & 1408 South 11th Street
- Rezoning from Commercial Heavy (C-5) to Residential Single Family High Density (RS-4) at 2908 Xavier Street and 5401 South 29th Street
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1.
CONSENT AGENDA
A. Final Plat – Grandview Subdivision, Phase I – Halff and Associates
B. Preliminary Plat – High Point at Kelley Ridge, Phase II – Goodwin Engineering,
LLC
C. Final Plat – High Point at Kelley Ridge, Phase II – Goodwin Engineering, LLC
D. Conditional Use #15-10-26 - A request by William and Ashley Gray, owner, for a
contractor’s shop and storage yard in a Commercial Heavy (C-5) zone at 7104
Texas Road
2.
Rezoning #15-10-26 – A request by Josh Copeland, owner, for a zone change from
Commercial Light (C-2) to Commercial Heavy (C-5) by extension at 6812 Phoenix
Avenue
3.
Development Plan #17-10-26 – A request by Josh Copeland, owner, for an auto quick
lube in a proposed Commercial Heavy (C-5) zone at 6812 Phoenix Avenue
4.
Rezoning #16-10-26 – A request by Chasen Garrett Architects, agent for Methodist
Village LLC. and Methodist Nursing Home of Fort Smith Inc., for the following:
From Commercial Light Special (C-2 SPL) to a Planned Zoning District (PZD) at
1801 South 74th Street
From Transitional (T) to a Planned Zoning District (PZD) at 7425, 7811, 7815 Euper
Lane
AGENDA
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment
REGULAR MEETING
October 13, 2026 ~ 5:30 pm
101 North 2nd Street Blue Lion
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
STAFF COMMENTS AND PROCEDURES
ITEMS
1
5.
Variance #31-10-26 - A request by Brandon Woodrome, agent for James Black, from the
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Tue Oct 13, 2026
Board of Directors - Study Session
Board to discuss 2027 budget and firefighter pay increases
The Board of Directors will review the proposed 2027 operating budget and a draft ordinance for firefighter compensation. Members will also discuss several multi-year capital improvement plans and new civic engagement initiatives.
- Draft ordinance for firefighter pay increases, including a proposal for an average 13.7% increase
- Proposed increase of local Supplemental Alcohol Tax from 5% to 10% to generate at least $500,000
- Five-year Capital Improvement Plan for Parks and Recreation funded by 1/8% Sales and Use Tax
- Proposed 'Trailblazer 101' one-day Citizens Academy for residents
- Ten-year Capital Improvement Plan for Solid Waste Services
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1.
Presentation of 2027 Proposed Operating Budget (Finance)
2.
Discuss
draft
ordinance
related
to
proposed
firefighter
compensation
~
C.Catsavis/G.Catsavis placed on agenda at the October 5, 2026 regular meeting ~ (City
Administrator)
3.
Items regarding civic engagement:
3A.
Review of Trailblazer 101 Citizens Academy (Communications)
3B.
Review proposed "Citizens First: The American System" civic engagement
participation model ~ Kemp/Settle placed on a future study session agenda at the
July 21, 2026 regular meeting ~ (Communications)
4A.
Five-year CIP for Parks and Recreation Department (1/8% Sales and Use Tax)
(Parks & Recreation)
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
STUDY SESSION
October 13, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortmithar.gov/watch
CALL TO ORDER
CITIZENS FORUM
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
4.
Present proposed CIP Plans (1 of 2):
October 13, 2026 Study Session
♦Future Fort Smith Item ● Consent Decree Item
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4B.
Ten-year CIP for the Solid Waste Services Department (Solid Waste Services)
4C.
Transit Asset Management Plan (Transit)
4D.
Five-year CIP for the Police …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026
Board of Directors - Regular Meeting
Fort Smith Board of Directors to consider new data center zoning rules
The Board of Directors will discuss amending the Unified Development Ordinance to establish design and review standards for data centers. The meeting also includes votes on millage rates for general purposes, libraries, and emergency services pensions.
- Proposed UDO amendment requiring 500-foot setbacks and 8-foot opaque walls for data centers
- Demolition orders for dilapidated structures at 419 North 20th Street, 315 South 14th Street, and 713 Hillside Drive
- Millage ordinances for general purposes (5.0 mills), public library (1 mill), police pensions (1 mill), and fire pensions (1 mill)
- Payment of $120,900.00 to Dale Crampton Company for emergency roofing at Lake Fort Smith Water Treatment Plant
- Payment of $24,300.00 to Russell Exterior, LLC for Miss Laura’s Brothel Museum restoration
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♦ Future Fort Smith Item ● Consent Decree Item
October 5, 2026 Regular Meeting
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
REGULAR MEETING
October 5, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE ON
THE CITY OF FORT SMITH GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL (COX CHANNEL 214)
AND ONLINE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortsmithar.gov/watch
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ANY ITEMS OF
BUSINESS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA FOR THIS MEETING
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 REGULAR MEETING
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
1.
Ordinance amending the 2019 Unified Development Ordinance of the City of Fort Smith
(Data Centers) (Planning & Zoning)
2.
Ordinance ordering the owners of certain dilapidated and substandard structures to
demolish same, authorizing the City Administrator to cause the demolition of such
structures to occur, and for other purposes (419 North 20th Street, 315 South 14th Street
and 713 Hillside Drive) (Neighborhood Services) ♦
3.
Millage Ordinances:
A.
Ordinance fixing the rate of and levying five (5.0) mills upon all taxable real and
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Tue Sep 22, 2026
Board of Directors - Study Session
Board reviews $2.47 million proposal for Consent Decree project management
The Board of Directors will review a recommendation to hire Arcadis for Consent Decree program management. The session also includes a downtown development update from Main Street Fort Smith and a review of non-uniformed employee salary studies.
- Proposed contract with Arcadis for Consent Decree Program Management not to exceed $2,474,000 for the first year
- Main Street Fort Smith report documenting $4.3 million in downtown investment
- Review of 2025 Compensation and Classification Study for non-uniformed employees
- Construction update on Bricktown Brewery & Adelaide Hall at 300 Garrison Avenue
- Proclamation honoring the life and legacy of Dolly Parton
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1.
Presentation by Main Street Fort Smith (City Administrator)
2.
Review recommendation for program management of Consent Decree Projects
(Engineering)
3.
Items regarding 2025 Compensation and Classification Study: (Human Resources)
3A.
Update regarding salary study for Fort Smith Police and Fire personnel ~
Kemp/Settle placed on future study session agenda prior to 2027 budget
discussions at the August 4, 2026 regular meeting ~ (Human Resources)
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
STUDY SESSION
September 22, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortmithar.gov/watch
CALL TO ORDER
PRESENTATION
Proclamation Honoring the Life and Legacy of Dolly Parton
CITIZENS FORUM
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
3B.
Review salary study for non-uniformed employees (Human Resources)
4.
Review preliminary agenda for the October 5, 2026 regular meeting (City Clerk)
September 22, 2026 Study Session
♦Future Fort Smith Item ● Consent Decree Item
ADJOURN
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MEMORANDUM
1
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Board of Directors
FROM:
Jeff Dingman, City Administrator
DATE:
September 17, 2026
SUBJECT:
Main Street Fort S …
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Fri Sep 18, 2026
River Valley Communications Center Board - Regular Meeting
River Valley Communications Center Board to review 2027 budget and bylaws
The board will discuss and potentially approve the 2027 Operating Budget and the RVCC 911 Governing Board Bylaws. The meeting also includes setting the 2027 meeting schedule and reviewing a financial report.
- Approval of RVCC 911 Governing Board Bylaws
- Approval of the RVCC 2027 Operating Budget
- Setting of 2027 Governing Board meeting dates
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AGENDA
River Valley Communications Center Board
REGULAR MEETING
September 16, 2026 ~ 2:00 pm
Fort Smith Police Department
Bartlett Community Room
100 South 10th ST
CALL TO ORDER & ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Minutes from June 25, 2026, regular meeting.
FINANCIAL REPORT
Finance Report as of September 9, 2026
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
1.
Presentation & discussion of RVCC 911 Governing Board Bylaws for approval. (Tabled
from June meeting)
2.
Presentation & discussion of RVCC 2027 Operating Budget for approval
3.
Set 2027 RVCC Governing Board meeting dates
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River Valley Communications Center
911 Governing Board
Meeting Minutes
June 25, 2026
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Director Wes Milam.
ROLL CALL
Present:
•
Danny Baker (Fort Smith Police Chief)
•
Darrell Clark (Fort Smith Fire Chief)
•
Travis Cooper (OEM Director)
•
Mike Conger (Sebastian County Sheriff)
•
Jeff Dingman (Fort Smith City Administrator)
•
Tim Hearn (Fort Smith EMS Director)
•
Steve Hotz (Sebastian County Judge)
•
Doug Kinslow (Mayor, City of Greenwood)
•
Tom Sizemore (Sebastian County Rural Fire Assoc. President)
Absent: Steve Hotz (Sebastian County Judge)
Quorum established.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
MOTION: Mike Conger moved to approve the minutes of the last meeting. SECOND: Jeff Dingman
VOTE: Motion passed unanimously.
100 South 10th ST
Fort Smith, AR 72901
Phone: (479)709-5100
Fax: (479)709-5179
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FINANCIAL REPORT
Director Milam pr …
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Fri Sep 18, 2026
Property Owners Appeal Board - Appeal Hearing 1 of 2
Property Owners Appeal Board to hear delinquent cleanup lien appeals
The board will hear appeals from property owners who are 90 days or more delinquent on fees for city-ordered property cleanup. The board may adjust the liens or recommend forwarding the balances to the Sebastian County Tax Collector for collection.
- Appeal for 3219 State Line Road regarding a $2,821.10 cleanup fee
- Appeal for 4615 North 31 regarding a $756.03 cleanup fee
- Appeal for 8111 Meadow Drive regarding a $556.41 cleanup fee
- Appeal for 1710 North J regarding a $370.52 cleanup fee
- Appeal for 2908 North L regarding a $230.74 cleanup fee
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Justin Sparrow (Chair)
Megan Raynor
Karen Lewis
Pete Hanham
Randy Hall
1.
2908 North L
RSVP:
August 18, 2026 / Balmore Henriquez
Owner(s):
Balmore Henriquez
Date Cleaned / Amount:
August 5, 2025 / $230.74
2.
1710 North J
RSVP:
August 18, 2026 / Balmore Henriquez
Owner(s):
Balmore Henriquez
Date Cleaned / Amount:
April 25, 2025 / $370.52
3.
3219 State Line Road
RSVP:
August 20, 2026 / Kim Taylor
Owner(s):
Barbara Wynn
Date Cleaned / Amount:
May 7, 2025 / $2,821.10
4.
8111 Meadow Drive
RSVP:
August 29, 2026 / Fred Roberts
Owner(s):
Sunshine Network Properties
Date Cleaned / Amount:
October 14, 2025 / $556.41
AGENDA
Property Owners Appeal Board
APPEAL HEARING
September 16, 2026 ~ 6:00 pm
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street, Room B
Fort Smith, Arkansas
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS AND INTRODUCTION OF CITY STAFF
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
1
5.
4615 North 31
RSVP:
September 1, 2026 / Patricia McKinney
Owner(s):
Patricia McKinney
Date Cleaned / Amount:
August 2, 2025 / $756.03
6.
1020 South 19
RSVP:
September 11, 2026 / Joseph Tran
Owner(s):
J. T. Real Estate Company, LLC
Date Cleaned / Amount:
May 29, 2025 / $297.48
7.
605 North K
RSVP:
September 11, 2026 / Joseph Tran
Owner(s):
Janice Nguyen Tran & James Hoang Living Trust
Date Cleaned / Amount:
October 30, 2025 / $241.17
OTHER
ADJOURN
2
MEMORANDUM
TO:
Property Owners Appeal Board (POAB)
FROM:
Sherri Gard, City Clerk
DATE:
September 14, 2026
RE:
Delinquent Property Cleanup Liens – 2026 Appeal Hearings
The purp …
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Fri Sep 18, 2026
Property Owners Appeal Board - Appeal Hearing 2 of 2
Property Owners Appeal Board to hear delinquent cleanup lien appeals
The board is reviewing appeals from property owners who are 90 days or more delinquent on fees for city-contracted property cleanup. The board may adjust the liens or recommend forwarding them to the Sebastian County Tax Collector for collection.
- Appeal for 1713 North I: $265.80 lien for trash, debris, tires, and indoor furniture
- Appeal for 2105 North 9: $241.10 lien for open storage of tires
- Appeal for 2908 North L: $230.74 lien for overgrown grass and weeds
- Appeal for 1710 North J: $370.52 lien
- Appeal for 1020 South 19: $297.48 lien
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Justin Sparrow (Chair)
Megan Raynor
Karen Lewis
Pete Hanham
Randy Hall
1.
1713 North I
RSVP:
August 14, 2026 / Gabriel Fernandez
Owner(s):
Gabriel Fernandez
Date Cleaned / Amount:
April 8, 2025 / $265.80
2.
2105 North 9
RSVP:
August 25, 2026 / Cynthia Olvera
Owner(s):
Cesar and Alicia Olvera
Date Cleaned / Amount:
March 7, 2025 / $241.10
3.
2908 North L ~ Deferred from 9/16/2026 appeal hearing upon property owner request ~
RSVP:
August 18, 2026 / Balmore Henriquez
Owner(s):
Balmore Henriquez
Date Cleaned / Amount:
August 5, 2025 / $230.74
4.
1710 North J ~ Deferred from 9/16/2026 appeal hearing upon property owner request ~
RSVP:
August 18, 2026 / Balmore Henriquez
Owner(s):
Balmore Henriquez
Date Cleaned / Amount:
April 25, 2025 / $370.52
AGENDA ~ REVISED
Property Owners Appeal Board
APPEAL HEARING
September 17, 2026 ~ 6:00 pm
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street, Room B
Fort Smith, Arkansas
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS AND INTRODUCTION OF CITY STAFF
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
1
5.
1020 South 19 ~ Tabled at 9/16/2026 appeal hearing pending address confirmation ~
RSVP:
September 11, 2026 / Joseph Tran
Owner(s):
J. T. Real Estate Company, LLC
Date Cleaned / Amount:
May 29, 2025 / $297.48
OTHER
ADJOURN
2
MEMORANDUM
1
TO:
Property Owners Appeal Board
FROM:
Shawn Gard, Director of Neighborhood Services
DATE:
September 9, 2026
SUBJECT:
Property owner appeal 1713 N I Street
SUMMARY
The Neighborhood Services Department initiated enforcement proceedings due to compl …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
Central Business Improvement District to discuss park and monument updates
The board will review reports from code enforcement, parks, and citizen services. Discussion items include updates on the Butterfield Trail Monument and Cisterna Park project, as well as a commissioner vacancy.
- Butterfield Trail Monument update
- Cisterna Park Project update
- CBID Commissioner vacancy discussion
- Review of Treasurer's report through August 31, 2026
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Tuesday, September 15, 2026
The Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, AR. 72901
Time: 9:30 a.m.
1. Call to Order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2. Roll Call
3. Consider approval of the minutes: August 20, 2026 regular meeting
4. Treasurer’s Report – through August 31, 2026
5. Presentations & Reports
a. Code Enforcement/Permits – reports for review
b. Parks Department: Sara Deuster
c. Citizen Services updates: Joshua Robertson
d. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update: Cpl. Solis
e. Main Street Fort Smith update: Amanda Hager
6. Discussion Items
a. Butterfield Trail Monument Update - M. Holland
b. Cisterna Park Project Update - E. Hartness
c. CBID Commissioner Vacancy
7. New Business
8. Adjourn
Central Business District Board Meeting Minutes
Organization
CBID
Meeting Date
August 20, 2026
Meeting Time
9:30 am
Location / Platform
Bakery District
Meeting Type
Regular Monthly
Prepared By
Eric Hartness
Attendance
Board Members Present: Matt Holland, Eric Hartness, Phil White, Trent Goins, Stuart
Ghan, Bill Hanna
Board Members Absent: Sam Sicard
Guests / Staff Present: Becca Duff, Joshua Robertson, Amanda Hager, Ashley Moss,
Steve Sharum, Corporal Julio Solis, Sara Deuster, Adam Beeco, Jeff Dingman, Joey
McCutchen, Michael Tilley, and three other guests
Call to Order
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Tue Sep 15, 2026
Board of Directors - Regular Meeting
Board to consider $212 million bond approval for Mercy Health expansions
The Board of Directors will hold a public hearing regarding tax-exempt bonds for Mercy Health to finance facility improvements and refinancing. The meeting also includes several water treatment contracts and consent decree items for sewer and basin improvements.
- Public hearing for Mercy Health bonds to finance projects including a 150,000 sq. ft. emergency department expansion
- Contract with Denali Water Solutions, LLC for $919,000.00 to clean lagoons at Lake Fort Smith and Lee Creek Water Treatment Plants
- Purchase of two grit conveyers for Massard Water Reclamation Facility for $78,822.00
- Payment of $871,084.29 to Forsgren, Inc. for Basin 12 Remedial Measures
- Contract with FORVIS MAZARS, LLP for $185,000.00 to audit 2026 financial statements
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Public hearing and resolution approving the issuance of Health and Educational Facilities
Authority of the State of Missouri Health Facilities Revenue Bonds (Mercy Health) (City
Administrator)
2.
Resolution accepting the bid of and authorizing the Mayor to execute a contract with
Denali Water Solutions, LLC for the Lake Fort Smith Water Treatment Plant Lagoon Two
and the Lee Creek Water Treatment Plant Lagoon One Cleaning, Project No. 26-07-C1
($919,000.00 / Budgeted / Water Treatment Program 5556 - Water Treatment 2026
Operating Budget 55560400-521300) ~ Tabled to the September 15, 2026 regular
meeting at the September 1, 2026 regular meeting ~ (Engineering)
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
REGULAR MEETING
September 15, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE ON THE
CITY OF FORT SMITH GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL (COX CHANNEL 214)
AND ONLINE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortmithar.gov/watch
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ANY ITEMS OF
BUSINESS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA FOR THIS MEETING
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 REGULAR MEETING
ITEMS OF …
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Mon Sep 14, 2026
Audit Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
Audit Advisory Committee to review Parrot Island Waterpark reports
The committee will discuss external audits and management recommendations regarding Parrot Island Waterpark. Members will also review the Internal Audit Department's 2027 service objectives and the 2025 Future of Fort Smith Report.
- Parrot Island Waterpark Reporting and Management Recommendations
- 2027 Service Objectives and Outcomes for Internal Audit Department
- 2025 Future of Fort Smith Report
- Update on 2026 Audit Plan progress
- Fraud Hotline investigations
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AGENDA
Audit Advisory Committee
REGULAR MEETING
September 10, 2026 ~ 6:00 pm
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street, Room B
Fort Smith, Arkansas
ROLL CALL
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
I. Approve Meeting Minutes from:
4/9/26, Q1 Internal Audit Department Update
5/28/26, Parrot Island Agreed-Upon Procedures (AUP) Report Review
7/9/26, 2025 ACFR review
8/24/26, Parrot Island AUP Procedures Report Review
II. External Audits:
Comments and Q&A with Parrot Island Waterpark and ARM Representatives
Park Island Waterpark Reporting and Management Recommendations
III. Internal Audit Department Update
Auditor Certifications & Training
2027 Service Objectives and Outcomes - Internal Audit Department - Submitted
8/7/26
2025 Future of Fort Smith Report - Internal Audit Department - Submitted 6/12/26
Internal Audit Department Reporting in Arkansas - Impact of Change in
Government
IV. Audit Plan Progress
Update on Progress of 2026 Plan
V. Investigations
Fraud Hotline
VI. Consulting
Department Consultations
VII. Special Projects
Parrot Island Agreed Upon Procedures
1
VIII. Roundtable / Questions / Recommendations
Open Discussion
Tentative Dates for Next Meeting
ADJOURN
2
Mon Sep 14, 2026
Future Fort Smith Committee - Regular Meeting
Future Fort Smith Committee to review 2025 department reports and goals
The committee will discuss 2025 department reports, including member comments and the identification of top ten goals. The meeting includes a guest presentation from the Director of the River Valley Communications Center.
- Guest speaker: Dr. Wes Milam, Director of River Valley Communications Center
- Review of 2025 Department Reports and Top Ten Goals
- Updates from Parks Commission (Sam Hanna) and Planning Commission (Vicki Newton)
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ROLL CALL
2.
APPROVE MINUTES OF JULY 13, 2026 MEETING
3.
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
A.
Guest Speaker: Dr. Wes Milam, Director of River Valley Communications Center
B.
2025 Department Reports: Committee Member Comments, Revisions, and Top
Ten Goals
C.
Next Meeting: November 9, 2026
D.
Updates:
Parks Commission - Sam Hanna
Planning Commission - Vicki Newton
Discussion of Upcoming Events - Jennifer Terry
4.
ADJOURN
AGENDA
Future Fort Smith Committee
REGULAR MEETING
September 14, 2026 ~ 11:30 am
101 North 2nd Street Blue Lion
Committee
Members:
Ashley
Gerhardson
(Chair), Rocky
Walker
(Vice
Chair), Jennifer Terry (Secretary), Keley Simpson, Sam Hanna, Marcus Day, Richard
Hainlen, Vicki Newton, Chris Chaney, Brianca Hollins and Bonnie Murphy.
City Staff: Maggie Rice, Deputy City Administrator; Tyler Miller, Deputy Director of Planning;
and Sara Rahmani, City Planner.
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Mon Sep 14, 2026
Property Owners Appeal Board - Regular Meeting
Board to consider parking surface variance for 6916 Alianna Way
The Property Owners Appeal Board will hear a request from Nicholas Griffin to exceed the maximum allowable concrete coverage in a front yard. The applicant states the lot's shape and location on a cul-de-sac make it impossible to meet current greenspace requirements.
- Variance No. 26-0002: Request to exceed 50% improved surface area at 6916 Alianna Way
- Review of Sec. 14-52 (c) regarding parking screening on residentially zoned property
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Variance No. 26-0002:
Property Location:
6916 Alianna Way
Parcel No.:
16414-0006-00000-00
Applicant:
Nicholas Griffin
Regarding:
Variance of Sec. 14-52 (c) Parking Screening Vehicles on
Residentially Zoned Property (exceeding 50% of improved
surface area on a cul-de-sac)
AGENDA
Property Owners Appeal Board
REGULAR MEETING
September 14, 2026 ~ 11:00 am
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street, Room B
Fort Smith, Arkansas
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Justin Sparrow (Chair)
Megan Raynor
Karen Lewis
Pete Hanham
Randy Hall
APPROVE MINUTES OF THE JULY 13, 2026 MEETING
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
OTHER
ADJOURN
1
MEMORANDUM
1
TO:
Property Owners Appeal Board
FROM:
Shawn Gard, Director of Neighborhood Services
DATE:
September 10, 2026
SUBJECT:
Variance Request: 6916 Alianna Way to Exceed 50 Percent of Improved
Surface Area on a Cul-de-Sac
SUMMARY
A variance request has been submitted by property owner Nicholas Griffin to exceed the fifty
percent (50%) maximum allowable concrete coverage of the gross front yard area for a lot
located on a cul-de-sac.
Aliana Way is a private, gated development with a unique Planned Zoning District (PZD)
designation and smaller-than-typical lots. The variance request applies to Lot 6, which is
located within a partial cul-de-sac and has a multi-use trail along one side of the property.
Due to the unique configuration and shape of the lot, strict application of the fifty percent
(50%) concrete coverage limitation would prevent the proposed development from complying
with Se …
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Thu Sep 10, 2026
Parks and Recreation Commission - Regular Meeting
Parks Commission to review FY27-FY31 Capital Improvement Plan
The commission will hold a study session to review the five-year Capital Improvement Plan for the Parks and Recreation Department. These projects are funded by a 1/8% Sales and Use Tax approved by citizens.
- Review of FY27-FY31 Capital Improvement Plan
- Maybranch Greenway project estimated at $9,943,405 total
- John Bell, Jr. Park improvements estimated at $1,575,000 total
- Tilles Park improvements estimated at $1,831,520 total
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Park improvements estimated at $700,000 total
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AGENDA
Parks and Recreation Commission
STUDY SESSION
September 9, 2026 ~ 12:00 pm
Creekmore Community Center
3301 South M Street Fort Smith, Arkansas 72903
APPROVAL OF MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
August 2026 Minutes
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
Review FY27-FY31 Capital Improvement Plan
PROJECT UPDATES
COMMISSION AND STAFF COMMENTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
ADJOURN
1
City of Fort Smith
Parks and Recreation Commission
Minutes of Meeting
August 12, 2026
The Parks and Recreation Commission met at noon on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, in the Rose
Room at Creekmore Park Community Center.
Park Commission members present: Chris Raible, Madeline Marquette, Sam Hanna, David Roberts,
Shawn Kispert, and Nancy Raney
Park Commission members absent: Sandy Sanders
StaM members present: Sara Deuster, Brian Penix, and Amber Plank
Others: Darlin Hall-Kightlinger, Jo Elsken, Jennifer Stevens, Linda Kaelin, Andre Good, and Josh
Buchfink
Raible called the meeting to order at 12:00pm. Raible made a motion to approve the minutes as
revised to reflect that he was absent for the June meeting and Hanna was present for the June
meeting. The motion was seconded by Hanna and unanimously approved.
1. Items of Business
A. Review submission for operation of Kelley Ballfields Complex
A Request for Proposals for the operation of the Kelley Ballfields Complex was advertised on
July 5th and again on July 12th. Fort Smith Youth Baseball and Softball (FSYBS) was the sole
respondent to the RFP. Raible made a motio …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment - Regular Meeting
Planning Commission to review medical office and contractor shop requests
The Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment will consider several land-use requests, including a temporary medical office and a contractor's shop. The body will also review a variance for an art studio addition and proposed UDO amendments.
- Conditional Use #14-9-26: contractor's shop and storage yard at 5900 Highway 271 South
- Temporary Use #3-9-26: temporary medical office building at 7301 Rogers Avenue
- Variance #27-9-26: side yard setback reduction at 2612 South O Street
- Development Plan #16-9-26: addition to art studio and salon at 2612 South O Street
- Final Plat - Serington - Crafton Tull for a 5-acre portion of a 54-acre property
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AGENDA
Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Adjustment
REGULAR MEETING
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
September 8, 2026 ~ 5:30 pm
101 North 2nd Street Blue Lion
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES FROM AUGUST 11, 2026
STAFF COMMENTS AND PROCEDURES
ITEMS
1.
Final Plat - Serington - Crafton Tull
2.
Conditional Use #14-9-26 - A request by Robby Raggio, agent for BPR Commercial
Properties, LLC, for a contractor's shop and storage yard in a Commercial Heavy (C-5)
zone at 5900 Highway 271 South
3.
Temporary Use #3-9-26 - A request by Studio 6 Architects, agent for St. Edward Mercy
Medical Center, for a temporary medical office building in a Planned Zoning District (PZD
#90-21) at 7301 Rogers Avenue
RECESS PLANNING COMMISSION CONVENE BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT
4.
Variance #27-9-26 - A request by Hart -to-Hart Investments LLP, owner, from 10 feet
to 0 feet interior side yard setback in a Commercial Light (C-2) zone at 2612 South 0
Street
RECESS BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT CONVENE PLANNING COMMISSION
5.
Development Plan #16-9-26 - A request by Hart-to-Hart Investments LLP, owner, for an
addition to an existing art studio and salon in a Commercial Light (C-2) zone at 2612
South O Street
6.
UDO Amendments
ADJOURN
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PLANNING COMMISSION &
BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT AGENDA
BLUE LION DOWNTOWN, 101 NORTH 2ND ST
August 11, 2026, 5:30 P.M.
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
CBID to discuss Butterfield Trails sculpture and Riverfront Gateway project
The Central Business Improvement District will review budget reports and receive updates on code enforcement, parks, and downtown safety. The body will also discuss quotes for sculpture materials and the Riverfront Gateway Project.
- Discussion of Butterfield Trails Sculpture Materials Quote
- Discussion of the Riverfront Gateway Project
- Review of March 31, 2026 CBID fund budget report
- Code Enforcement/Permits reports for review
- Updates on the Canopy Project and FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador activities
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, April 16, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consider approval of the minutes: March 19, 2026 regular meeting
4.
Treasurer’s Reports
a.
March 31, 2026 CBID fund budget report
5.
Presentations & Reports
a.
Code Enforcement/Permits - reports for review
b. Parks Department: Sara Deuster
c.
Citizen Services/Canopy Project update – Joshua Robertson
d. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update – Cpl Solis
e.
Main Street Fort Smith Report – Amanda Hager
f.
Fort Smith General Darby Challenge – Caroline Speir, Executive Director, FSMH
6.
Discussion items.
a.
Discussion regarding Butterfield Trails Sculpture Materials Quote – Phil White
b. Discussion regarding the Riverfront Gateway Project – Phil White
7.
Public Comments
8.
Meeting Schedule:
a.
CBID Regular Meeting – May 21, 2026
9.
Adjourn
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FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, March 19, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was
scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on March 19, 2026 in the Cooler Room of The Bakery District, 70 South 7th Street
in Fort Smith.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Matt Holland, Chair, at 9:32 a.m. and a quorum …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026
Board of Directors - Study Session
Board to discuss airport operations and Sunday alcohol sales
The Board of Directors will hold a study session to review Fort Smith Regional Airport operations and air service development. Members will also discuss the legal process for authorizing Sunday alcohol sales for off-premises consumption.
- Presentation on Fort Smith Regional Airport operations and air service
- Discussion on Sunday sale of alcohol for off-premises consumption
- Review of 2027 departmental service objectives for Finance
- Discussion of options to purchase Deer Trails Golf Course
- Review of $9.9M runway/taxiway rehabilitation and $4.1M SRE building projects
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Presentation and discussion with representatives of the Fort Smith Regional Airport ~
Director G. Catsavis requested at the July 21, 2026 regular meeting ~ (City Administrator)
2.
Discuss the Sunday sale of alcohol for off-premises consumption ~ Rego/Good placed
on future study session agenda at the July 21, 2026 regular meeting ~ (City
Administrator)
3.
Review departmental service objectives for 2027 (Finance)
4.
Discuss options to purchase Deer Trails Golf Course ~ G.Catsavis/C.Catsavis placed on
a future study session agenda at the September 1, 2026 regular meeting ~ (City
Administrator)
5.
Review preliminary agenda for the September 15, 2026 regular meeting (City Clerk)
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
STUDY SESSION
September 8, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortmithar.gov/watch
CALL TO ORDER
CITIZENS FORUM
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
ADJOURN
September 8, 2026 Study Session
♦ Future Fort Smith Item ● Consent Decree Item
1
MEMORANDUM
1
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the Board of Directors
FROM:
Jeff Dingman, City Administrator
DATE:
September 2, 2026
SUBJECT:
Presentati …
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Sun Sep 6, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
CBID to discuss reducing commission membership from eight to seven
The Central Business Improvement District will review reports on downtown code enforcement and upcoming events. The commission will also discuss whether to reduce the number of commission members from eight to seven.
- Discussion on reducing CBID Commission membership from eight to seven
- Project update for Harvest Moon Cafe at 505 Rogers Ave
- Updates on 2026 Steel Horse Rally and 2026 Fort Smith Marathon
- Update on the Butterfield Trail Project
- Review of February 28, 2026 CBID fund budget report
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, March 19, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consider approval of the minutes: February 19, 2026 regular meeting
4.
Treasurer’s Reports
a. February 28, 2026 CBID fund budget report
5. Presentations & Reports
a. Code Enforcement/Permits - reports for review
b. Parks Department: Sara Deuster
c. Citizen Services/Canopy Project update – Joshua Robertson
d. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update – Cpl Solis
e. Main Street Fort Smith Report – Amanda Hager
f. 2026 Steel Horse Rally – Dennis Snow
g. 2026 Fort Smith Marathon – Chris Wear
h. Update on Jim Spears’ “Butterfield Trail Project” – Phil White
i. Harvest Moon Cafe Project, 505 Rogers Ave – Aaron Mastropaolo, Desirae Mastropaolo,
and Sarah Higginbotham
6.
Discussion items.
a. Discussion regarding number of members on the CBID Commission
7.
Public Comments
8.
Meeting Schedule:
a. CBID Regular Meeting – April 16, 2026
9.
Adjourn
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was
scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on February 19, 2026 in …
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Sun Sep 6, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
Central Business Improvement District to discuss Riverfront Gateway
The commission will review budget reports and receive updates on code enforcement, parks, and downtown public safety. The meeting includes a discussion regarding the Riverfront Gateway and a report on the business incubator recipient.
- Discussion of the Riverfront Gateway
- Report on Business Incubator recipient Crystal Bedney of Serious Fiber
- May 31, 2026 CBID fund budget report
- Code Enforcement and Permits report from Shawn Gard
- Canopy Project update from Joshua Robertson
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, June 18, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consider approval of the minutes: May 21, 2026 regular meeting
4.
Treasurer’s Reports
a.
May 31, 2026 CBID fund budget report
5.
Presentations & Reports
a.
Code Enforcement/Permits – Shawn Gard, Director of Neighborhood Services
b. Parks Department: Sara Deuster
c.
Citizen Services/Canopy Project update – Joshua Robertson
d. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update – Cpl Solis
e.
Main Street Fort Smith Report – Amanda Hager
f.
Business Incubator Recipient – Crystal Bedney, Serious Fiber
6.
Discussion items.
a.
Riverfront Gateway Discussion – Matt Holland
7.
Public Comments
8.
Meeting Schedule:
a.
CBID Regular Meeting – July 16, 2026
9.
Adjourn
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FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was scheduled for
9:30 a.m. on May 21, 2026 in the Cooler Room of The Bakery District, 70 South 7th Street in Fort Smith.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Matt Holland, Chair, at 9:31 a.m. and a quorum was noted present.
Also in attendance were commissioners Stuart Ghan, Bill Hanna, Phil White and Tre …
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Sun Sep 6, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
Central Business Improvement District to discuss project updates and secretary position
The Central Business Improvement District will review reports from code enforcement, parks, and police. The body is scheduled to discuss the CBID meeting schedule, the secretary position, and project updates.
- Review of Code Enforcement and Permits reports
- Updates on Parks Department, Citizen Services, and Main Street Fort Smith
- Update from FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador
- Discussion of CBID Secretary Position
- Discussion of CBID Project Updates
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, August 20, 2026
The Baker District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St., Fort Smith, AR
Time: 9:30 a.m.
1. Call to Order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2. Roll Call
3. Consider approval of the minutes: June 18, 2026 regular meeting
4. Treasurer’s Report – through July 31, 2026
5. Presentations & Reports
a. Code Enforcement/Permits – reports for review
b. Parks Department: Sara Deuster
c. Citizen Services updates: Joshua Robertson
d. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update: Cpl. Solis
e. Main Street Fort Smith update: Amanda Hager
6. Discussion Items
a. CBID Meeting Schedule – Matt Holland
b. CBID Secretary Position – Matt Holland
c. CBID Project Updates – Eric Hartness
7. Meeting Schedule
a. CBID Regular Meeting: TBD
8. Adjourn
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, June 18, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was
scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on June 18, 2026 in the Cooler Room of The Bakery District, 70 South 7th Street in
Fort Smith.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Matt Holland, Chair, at 9:31 a.m. and a quorum was noted
present. Also in attendance were commissioners, Bill Hanna, Trent Goins, Eric Hartness and Sam Sicard.
Commissioners Stuart Ghan a …
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Sun Sep 6, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
Central Business Improvement District to discuss project ideas and guest speaker
The commission will review city reports on code enforcement, parks, and downtown police activity. The meeting includes a presentation from The Buddy Bench Initiative and a discussion of project ideas from Jim Spears.
- Guest presentation by Eric Weidman regarding The Buddy Bench Initiative
- Discussion of project ideas proposed by Jim Spears
- Review of January 31, 2026 CBID fund report
- Updates on downtown officer and ambassador activities from Cpl Solis
- Main Street Fort Smith report from Amanda Hager
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, February 19, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consider approval of the minutes: January 15, 2026 regular meeting
4.
Treasurer’s Reports
a. January 31, 2026 CBID fund report
5. Presentations & Reports
a. City Reports: Code Enforcement/Permits/Parks/Citizen Services
b. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update – Cpl Solis
c. Main Street Fort Smith Report – Amanda Hager
6.
Discussion items.
a. Guest Speaker – Eric Weidman, The Buddy Bench Initiative
b. Discussion of project ideas from Jim Spears – Matt Holland
7.
Public Comments
8.
Meeting Schedule:
a. CBID Regular Meeting – March 19, 2026
9.
Adjourn
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was
scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on January 15, 2026 in the Cooler Room of The Bakery District, 70 South
7th Street in Fort Smith.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Matt Holland, Chair, at 9:30 a.m. and a quorum
was noted present. Also in attendance were commissioners Stuart Ghan, Bill Hanna, Phil White,
Lee Ann Vick and Sam Sicard. …
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Sun Sep 6, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
CBID to discuss Compass Park fencing and Riverfront Gateway Project
The Central Business Improvement District will discuss funding for a fence at the Compass Park splashpad and next steps for the Riverfront Gateway Project. The body will also consider the potential acquisition of downtown properties to encourage investment and rehabilitation.
- Fencing proposal for Compass Park splashpad with estimates between $7,000 and $11,000
- Riverfront Gateway Project with an estimated construction cost of $162,390.08
- Discussion regarding property acquisitions within the CBID district
- Review of December 31, 2025 CBID fund report
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, January 15, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consider approval of the minutes: December 18, 2025 regular meeting
4.
Treasurer’s Reports
a.
December 31, 2025 CBID fund report
5.
Presentations & Reports
a.
City Reports: Code Enforcement/Permits/Parks
b. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update – Cpl Solis
c.
Main Street Fort Smith Report – Amanda Hager
6.
Discussion items.
a.
Discussion of fencing proposal along Compass Park splashpad
b.
Riverfront Gateway Project, further discussion
c.
Discussion regarding property sales within the CBID district
7.
Public Comments
8.
Meeting Schedule:
a.
CBID Regular Meeting – February 19, 2026
9.
Adjourn
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CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, December 18, 2025
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was
scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Thursday, December 18, 2025 in the Cooler Room of The Bakery District, 70
South 7th Street in Fort Smith.
The meeting was called to order by Mr. Bill Hanna, Chair, at 9:30 a.m. Commissioners Stuart Ghan,
Sam Sicard, Matthew Holland, Phil White, and Trent Goins were in attendance and a quorum was noted
present. Lee An …
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Sun Sep 6, 2026
Central Business Improvement District - Regular Meeting
CBID to discuss Butterfield Trails sculpture and Riverfront Gateway project
The Central Business Improvement District will review budget reports and receive updates on code enforcement, parks, and downtown safety. The body will also discuss quotes for sculpture materials and the Riverfront Gateway Project.
- Discussion of Butterfield Trails Sculpture Materials Quote
- Discussion regarding the Riverfront Gateway Project
- Review of April 30, 2026 CBID fund budget report
- Code Enforcement/Permits reports for review
- Updates on the Canopy Project and FSPD Downtown Ambassador program
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A G E N D A
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
MEETING – Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 S 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
TIME: 9:30 a.m.
1.
Call to order – Mr. Matthew Holland, Chair
2.
Roll Call
3.
Consider approval of the minutes: March 19, 2026 regular meeting
4.
Treasurer’s Reports
a. April 30, 2026 CBID fund budget report
5. Presentations & Reports
a. Code Enforcement/Permits - reports for review
b. Parks Department: Sara Deuster
c. Citizen Services/Canopy Project update – Joshua Robertson
d. FSPD Downtown Officer/Ambassador Update – Cpl Solis
e. Main Street Fort Smith Report – Amanda Hager
f. Fort Smith Regional Art Museum Update – Lawson Hembree & Michael Hall
6.
Discussion items.
a. Discussion regarding Butterfield Trails Sculpture Materials Quote – Phil White
b. Discussion regarding the Riverfront Gateway Project – Phil White
7.
Public Comments
8.
Meeting Schedule:
a. CBID Regular Meeting – June 18, 2026
9.
Adjourn
CENTRAL BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
FORT SMITH, ARKANSAS
Thursday, March 19, 2026
The Bakery District – Cooler Room
70 South 7th St, Fort Smith, AR
9:30 a.m.
Meeting Minutes
The Fort Smith Central Business Improvement District Commission’s regular meeting was
scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on March 19, 2026 in the Cooler Room of The Bakery District, 70 South 7th Street
in Fort Smith.
The meeting was called to order b …
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Tue Sep 1, 2026
Board of Directors - Regular Meeting
Fort Smith Board of Directors to consider multiple rezonings and infrastructure contracts
The Board of Directors will discuss several zoning map amendments and land use plan changes. The meeting includes voting on multiple construction and engineering contracts for water treatment and street projects.
- Contract with Forsgren, Inc. for 2017 SSA Remedial Measures ($3,047,654.50)
- Contract with Steep Creek, LLC for 2024 Street Overlays/Reconstruction ($1,530,825.65)
- Contract with Denali Water Solutions, LLC for water treatment plant lagoon cleaning ($919,000.00)
- Rezoning of 1517 and 1527 North 32nd Street from Industrial Light to Residential Multifamily Medium Density
- Public hearing to close and vacate a portion of North N Street and an alley in Urbandale Addition
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Public hearing and ordinance to close and vacate a portion of North N Street and an alley
located within Blocks 7 and 8 Urbandale Addition, an addition to the City of Fort Smith,
Sebastian County, Arkansas (Planning & Zoning)
2.
Ordinance amending the Master Land Use Plan map and rezoning identified property and
amending the zoning map (Master Land Use Plan: Residential Detached to Mixed Use
Residential / Rezoning: Industrial Light (I-1) to Residential Multifamily Medium Density
(RM-3) at 1517 and 1527 North 32nd Street) (Planning & Zoning)
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK
Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
REGULAR MEETING
September 1, 2026 ~ 6:00 p.m.
Blue Lion
101 North 2nd Street
Fort Smith, Arkansas
THIS MEETING IS BEING TELECAST LIVE ON THE
CITY OF FORT SMITH GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNEL (COX CHANNEL 214)
AND ONLINE AT THE FOLLOWING LINK:
http://www.fortmithar.gov/watch
INVOCATION & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PRESENTATION BY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF ANY ITEMS OF
BUSINESS NOT ALREADY ON THE AGENDA FOR THIS MEETING
APPROVE MINUTES OF AUGUST 18, 2026 REGULAR MEETING
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
September 1, 2026 Regular Meeting
♦Future Fort Smith Item ● Consent Decree Item
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3.
Ordinance amending the Master L …
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Fri Aug 28, 2026
Board of Directors - Study Session - CANCELED
Fort Smith Board of Directors Study Session canceled for August 25, 2026
The August 25, 2026, study session was canceled because a quorum of the Board of Directors could not be attained. Scheduled items, including a review of 2027 departmental service objectives, will be rescheduled for a later date.
- Review of 2027 departmental service objectives for Finance
- Review of preliminary agenda for the September 1, 2026 regular meeting
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City of Fort Smith Board of Directors Study Session - August 25, 2026 CANCELED
Fort Smith, Arkansas sent this bulletin at 08/25/2026 12:09 PM CDT
Board of Directors Study Session - August 25, 2026
CANCELED
MEDIA NOTIFICATION
August 25, 2026
Due to limited availability of multiple members of the Board of Directors at this
evening's study session, a quorum will not be attained; therefore, Directors
George Catsavis, Kevin Settle, Jarred Rego, and Lee Kemp concurred to cancel the
August 25, 2026 study session.
Cancellation requires the concurrence of four (4) directors; therefore, the August
25, 2026 study session has been CANCELED.
For informational purposes only, Director Neal Martin also concurred with the
cancellation. Directors Andre' Good and Christina Catsavis could not be reached.
Agenda items scheduled for discussion during the August 25, 2026 study session
will be rescheduled to a later date.
Sherri Gard, MMC
City Clerk
[email protected]
479-784-2207
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Review departmental service objectives for 2027 (Finance)
2.
Review preliminary agenda for the September 1, 2026 regular meeting (City Clerk)
MAYOR
George B McGill
CITY ADMINISTRATOR
Jeff Dingman
CITY CLERK Sherri Gard
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ward 1 - Jarred Rego
Ward 2 - Andre' Good
Ward 3 - Lee Kemp
Ward 4 - George Catsavis
At-Large Position 5 - Christina Catsavis
At-Large Position 6 - Kevin Settle
At-Large Position 7 - Neal Martin
AGENDA
Fort Smith Board of Directors
STUD …
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Thu Aug 27, 2026
Audit Advisory Committee - Regular Meeting
Audit Advisory Committee to review Parrot Island AUP final draft
The Audit Advisory Committee will meet to conduct a final draft review of the Parrot Island Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP).
- Review of Parrot Island Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) final draft
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✓ Decidido: Audit Advisory Committee delays final Parrot Island Waterpark report
The committee reviewed an updated draft of the Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) for Parrot Island Waterpark presented by Forvis Mazars. The final report was delayed until the September 10, 2026, meeting to allow representatives from American Resort Management to provide comments and answers.
- Delayed finalizing the Parrot Island Waterpark AUP report until 9/10/26
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AGENDA
Audit Advisory Committee
REGULAR MEETING
August 24,2026 ~ 7:00pm
Blue Lion, Room 2 101 N 2nd St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
ROLL CALL
ITEMS OF BUSINESS
I Parrot Island Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) Final Draft Review
ADJOURN
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Audit Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
SPECIAL MEETING
7:00 pm, August 24, 2026
Blue Lion ~ Room 2 ~ 101 N 2nd St, Fort Smith, AR 72901
Meeting called to order by: Deana Infield, Chairperson
Time: 7:02pm
Member Roll Call:
Deana Infield, Chairperson 11/30/2027
Director, André Good, 11/30/2027
Russell Bragg 11/30/2026
Director, Neal Martin, 11/30/2028
Lavon Morton 11/30/2027
Director, Christina Catsavis 11/30/2028
Raynee Pogue 11/30/2028 - Absent
Internal Audit
Amanda Strange, Director Internal Audit
Christi Fisher, Staff Auditor
Lucretia Perkins, Utility Auditor
Guests:
Jeff Dingman, City Administrator
David Coleman, Forvis Mazars
Kate Flores, Forvis Mazars
Fritz Balbinot, Forvis Mazars
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Open Session
I.
External Audit(s)
•
Review Parrot Island Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) Updated Draft Report
o The City’s current external auditors, Forvis Mazars, presented the additional items
and changes to the Agreed Upon Procedures (AUP) of Parrot Island Waterpark
from the initial draft presented in April 2026. David Coleman, Katie Flores and
Fritz Balbinot were in attendance to provide comments about the updated draft
of the AUP results as of 8/21/26.
o There were certain procedures requesting management responses from American
Resort Management (ARM) where Forvis Mazars did not receive a response,
which were noted in the AUP draft.
o Due to scheduling conflicts, no representatives from ARM were available a …
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