Gould public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Paragould City Council will approve the minutes from the previous meeting and consider several resolutions. Items include modifying fees under Chapter 34 of the City Code, a resolution for the Northeast Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District budget, and adopting the city’s 2026 budget. Additional resolutions will declare three buildings as nuisances and condemn the properties at 705 South 3% Street, 620 South 4" Street, and 906 Kennedy Street, while rescinding a prior condemnation at 500 Dogwood View Dr.

• Ordinance to modify fees as established in Chapter 34 of the City Code
• Resolution for the annual budget of the Northeast Arkansas Regional Solid Waste Management District
• Resolution to adopt the City of Paragould budget for the twelve months beginning Jan. 1, 2026
• Resolutions to declare buildings at 705 South 3% Street (owner Donnie Cheney), 620 South 4" Street (owner Illumiinated Enterprises, LLC), and 906 Kennedy Street (owners Carll M. Love and Ruth E. Love) as nuisances and condemn them
• Resolution rescinding the prior condemnation of the property at 500 Dogwood View Dr.

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-20 to modify city fees and approved its emergency clause, each by a 7‑to‑1 vote. It also adopted Resolution No. 2025-84 for the regional solid‑waste district budget (7‑1) and Resolution No. 2025-85 for the 2026 city budget (8‑0). Additional resolutions rescinded a prior condemnation and declared three properties nuisances, all passing 8‑0. Finally, the council voted to delete old fixed assets from the city record (8‑0).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-20 modifying fees (7-1)
• Adopted emergency clause for Ordinance No. 2025-20 (7-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-84 for solid‑waste district budget (7-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-85 for 2026 city budget (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-86 rescinding condemnation of 500 Dogwood View Drive (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-87 declaring 705 South 3rd Street a nuisance (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-88 declaring 620 South 4th Street a nuisance (8-0)
• Deleted old fixed assets from city records (8-0)

City Council

The Paragould City Council meeting will discuss several resolutions to declare specific buildings as nuisances under Chapter 10 of the city code. It will also consider an ordinance to modify fees in Chapter 34, a preliminary plat for Southern Timbers Subdivision Phase Two, and a resolution to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to attach liens for unpaid code enforcement fees. The council will present the 2026 City of Paragould budget.

• Resolution to declare the building at 308 East Emerson St. (owned by David and Ellen Inskeep) a nuisance
• Resolution to declare the building at 616 S. 4th St. (owned by Illuminated Enterprises, LLC) a nuisance
• Ordinance to adopt or modify fees in Chapter 34 of the City Code
• Preliminary plat of Southern Timbers Subdivision Phase Two
• Resolution authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to attach liens for unpaid Chapter 18 enforcement monies

The Paragould City Council adopted several resolutions declaring properties a nuisance, including locations on South 4th Street, Wilson, North 13th Avenue, and Cedar Valley Drive. It also approved Resolution No. 2025-78 to allow a mural on the Highway 49 bridge. A resolution for 308 East Emerson Street was tabled until the December meeting, and the proposed sanitation‑rate ordinance was also tabled for public comment.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-78 authorizing a mural on Highway 49 bridge (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-79 declaring 616 South 4th Street a nuisance (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-80 declaring 701 Wilson a nuisance (7‑0)
• Adopted resolution declaring 309 North 13th Avenue a nuisance with bond and four‑month improvement plan (7‑0)
• Adopted resolution declaring 4104 Cedar Valley Drive a nuisance with bond and six‑month improvement plan (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-81 authorizing mayor and clerk to attach liens to correct former resolutions (7‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-82 authorizing liens for Chapter 18 enforcement (7‑0)
• Tabled resolution for 308 East Emerson Street until Dec 15 2025 (all in favor)

City Council

The City Council will discuss declaring four specific properties as nuisances under the city code of ordinances. The body is also considering a resolution to certify the tax rate to the County Clerk and the attachment of liens to properties for debt collection.

• Nuisance declaration for 616 North 6th Street
• Nuisance declaration for 406 South 14th Avenue
• Nuisance declaration for 201 South 12th Avenue
• Nuisance declaration for 500 Dogwood View Drive
• Resolution certifying the tax rate to the County Clerk

The Paragould City Council certified the city tax rate, keeping it unchanged. It adopted three nuisance condemnation resolutions for properties at 201 SOUTH 12™ AVENUE, 500 DOGWOOD VIEW DRIVE, and authorized liens for enforcement of Chapter 18. The council also tabled a resolution for 406 SOUTH 14TH AVENUE for 30 days and took no action on the resolution for 616 NORTH 6TH STREET.

• Adopted tax‑rate certification resolution (7‑0) (Resolution No. 2025‑73)
• Adopted nuisance condemnation resolution for 201 SOUTH 12™ AVENUE (7‑0) (Resolution No. 2025‑74)
• Adopted nuisance condemnation resolution for 500 DOGWOOD VIEW DRIVE (7‑0) (Resolution No. 2025‑75)
• Adopted lien‑attachment authorization resolution (7‑0) (Resolution No. 2025‑76)
• Adopted second lien‑attachment authorization resolution (7‑0) (Resolution No. 2025‑77)
• Tabled nuisance condemnation resolution for 406 SOUTH 14TH AVENUE for 30 days (unanimous)
• No action taken on nuisance condemnation resolution for 616 NORTH 6TH STREET

City Council

The Paragould City Council will consider three resolutions to declare specific buildings a nuisance under Chapter 10, Article VIII. It will approve the final plat for Lakeside Park Subdivision Phase 1 and an ordinance authorizing appointed officials to serve on boards. Additional resolutions include purchasing the property at 110 East Hunt Street, authorizing capital‑improvement and revenue bonds, and attaching liens to certain properties for unpaid city fees.

• Resolution to declare 2908 Linwood Dr. (owned by DBH, Inc.) a nuisance
• Resolution to declare 1020 Rector Rd. (owned by Joselin Lizette Diaz and Valdemar Garcia Campos) a nuisance
• Final plat approval for Lakeside Park Subdivision Phase 1
• Resolution to purchase 110 East Hunt St. (owned by S.A. Recycling, LLC)
• Resolution to authorize capital‑improvement refunding and revenue bonds to finance improvements and refund a promissory note dated Aug 27 2024

The council approved the September 22 meeting minutes and the September financial statements, both unanimously. It adopted several resolutions, including nuisance declarations for two properties, acceptance of the Lakeside Park subdivision plat, and authorization to purchase 110 East Hunt Street for downtown parking. Additional actions approved capital‑improvement bonds, architect contracts for a terminal building and a new public‑safety facility, and an ordinance allowing officials to serve on boards with an emergency clause.

• Adopted nuisance resolution for 2908 Linwood Drive (6-0) (Resolution No. 2025-66)
• Adopted nuisance resolution for 308 East Emerson Street, allowing 30 days to obtain permits and post a bond (6-0)
• Accepted final plat for Lakeside Park Subdivision Phase 1 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-19 authorizing officials to serve on boards and an emergency clause (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-67 to purchase 110 East Hunt Street for downtown parking (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-68 authorizing capital‑improvement refunding and improvement revenue bonds (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-69 authorizing architect services for the Tom Kirk Field terminal building (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-70 authorizing architect services for a new public‑safety building (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review the final plat for Lakeside Park Phase 1. The commission will consider the layout and details of the proposed development. No other items are on the agenda.

• Review final plat for Lakeside Park Phase 1

City Council

The Paragould City Council will discuss a proposed amendment to the city zoning ordinance affecting the property at 2208 Mockingbird. It will also consider three separate resolutions to declare buildings at 3901 Linwood Dr., 601 North 5th Street, and 629 North 5th Street as nuisances under Chapter 10, Article VIII of the city code. These items are on the agenda for the September 22, 2025 meeting.

• Resolution to declare 3901 Linwood Dr. a nuisance (owners: Janet Crawford and Stanley Carmack)
• Ordinance to amend the Zoning Ordinance for 2208 Mockingbird
• Resolution to declare 601 North 5th Street a nuisance (owner: Mary Elizabeth Fletcher)
• Resolution to declare 629 North 5th Street a nuisance (owner: Copeland & Alloway Property Management, LLC)

The council approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting (unanimously). It adopted three nuisance‑condemnation resolutions for properties at 3901 Linwood Dr, 601 North 5th St, and 629 North 5th St, each passing 7‑0. The council also adopted an amendment to the zoning ordinance for 2208 Mockingbird Lane, allowing a lot split and residential development, with a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved September 8 minutes (7-0)
• Adopted nuisance‑condemnation resolution for 3901 Linwood Dr (Resolution No. 2025-63, 7-0)
• Adopted zoning ordinance amendment for 2208 Mockingbird Lane (Ordinance No. 2025-18, 7-0)
• Adopted nuisance‑condemnation resolution for 601 North 5th St (Resolution No. 2025-64, 7-0)
• Adopted nuisance‑condemnation resolution for 629 North 5th St (Resolution No. 2025-65, 7-0)

City Council

The City Council will review requests for additional residences and zoning amendments. The body is also considering resolutions to declare a property a nuisance and attach liens to properties for city code enforcement.

• Request for additional residence at 7504 Deerwood Dr.
• Zoning Ordinance amendment for 1551 Highway 49 North
• Ordinance amending rates for television distribution signals
• Resolution to declare 308 East Emerson St. a nuisance
• Resolutions to attach liens to properties for enforcement of Chapter 18 of the City Code

The council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-16 rezoning the 1551 Highway 49 North property (8-0). It also approved a sanitation‑truck buyback lease, a third residence at 7504 Deerwood Dr, a cable‑rate increase ordinance, and two lien authorizations. All actions were recorded as passed with the indicated vote counts.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-16 rezoning (8-0)
• Approved sanitation‑truck buyback lease (8-0)
• Approved third residence at 7504 Deerwood Dr (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-17 cable rate increase (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-61 lien authorization (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-62 lien authorization (8-0)
• Approved minutes from Aug. 25 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved August financial statements (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Gould Planning and Zoning Commission will decide three rezoning requests and review a preliminary plat at its September 4, 2025 meeting. Two parcels on Highway 49 North and Mockingbird Lane seek changes from agricultural to residential zoning, and the Chateau Village preliminary plat is up for approval.

• Re-zone 1551 Highway 49 North from AG/C-3 to R-3
• Re-zone 2208 Mockingbird Lane from AG to R-2
• Preliminary Plat Approval for Chateau Village

City Council

The City Council will discuss the enactment of a new Zoning Code and Zoning Map. The body is also considering nuisance declarations for two properties and an interlocal agreement with Greene County for road improvements.

• Ordinance to enact a new Zoning Code and Zoning Map
• Nuisance declaration for 616 North 6th Street (Glen F. Wheeler Estate)
• Nuisance declaration for 1506 West Emerson (Nathan and Rachel Haynes)
• Interlocal Agreement with Greene County for road improvements
• Request for an additional residence on a private drive at 2304 Fairview Road

The council adopted a new zoning ordinance (Ordinance No. 2025‑15) after a series of rule‑suspension motions, passing it 7‑1. It also approved a third residence on a private drive at 2304 Fairview Road, a street‑closure resolution for the Paragould Run event, and an interlocal agreement with Greene County for a $260,000 road improvement, each passing unanimously. Additional resolutions authorizing a mural at 421 West Kingshighway and city‑wide lien authority were also adopted unanimously.

• Adopted new zoning ordinance (Ordinance No. 2025‑15) – vote 7‑1
• Approved third residence on private drive at 2304 Fairview Road – vote 8‑0
• Adopted street‑closure resolution for Paragould Run (Pruett St.) – vote 8‑0
• Adopted interlocal agreement with Greene County for $260,000 road improvement – vote 7‑1
• Adopted mural concept resolution for 421 West Kingshighway – vote 8‑0
• Adopted resolution authorizing city to attach liens (Resolution No. 2025‑59) – vote 8‑0
• Adopted second lien resolution (Resolution No. 2025‑60) – vote 8‑0
• Tabled nuisance resolution for 616 North 6th St. for 60 days – vote 8‑0

City Council

The Paragould City Council will meet on August 11, 2025, to decide on a new zoning code and map, declare three buildings as nuisances for condemnation, and address unfinished business including property liens and a request for an additional residence.

• Enact a new Zoning Code and map for the City of Paragould
• Declare 1020 Rector Road a nuisance and condemn the property
• Declare 616 North 6th Street a nuisance and condemn the property
• Declare 809 Rector Road a nuisance and condemn the property
• Authorize liens on properties for unpaid city code enforcement fees

The Paragould City Council approved the July 28 minutes and July financial statements. It tabled a zoning ordinance and two nuisance resolutions for future consideration. A proposal for a third residence on Fairview Road was rejected. The council adopted a city‑attorney ordinance and multiple nuisance and lien‑attachment resolutions, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved July 28 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved July financial statements (unanimous)
• Tabled zoning ordinance for two weeks (unanimous, until Aug 25, 2025)
• Tabled nuisance resolution for 60 days (unanimous, until Oct 13, 2025)
• Rejected third residence proposal at 2304 Fairview Rd (3‑4 vote, 1 abstain)
• Adopted city‑attorney ordinance No. 2025‑14 (8‑0)
• Adopted resolution rescinding 2025‑42 (Resolution No. 2025‑53) (8‑0)
• Adopted lien‑attachment resolution (Resolution No. 2025‑55) (8‑0)

Board of Adjustment

The City of Paragould Board of Adjustment will meet to review a single request. The board is considering a variance regarding accessory building setbacks for a specific property.

• Variance request for accessory building setbacks at 3003 Dickinson Dr.

Planning Commission

The City of Paragould Planning and Zoning Commission will meet to review a single request. The body is considering a conditional use permit for a residential property.

• Conditional use request to construct a duplex at 1408 Esplanade

City Council

The City Council will discuss the enactment of a new Zoning Code and Zoning Map. The meeting includes a public hearing for planning and zoning and a vote on several city resolutions.

• Ordinance to enact a new Zoning Code and Zoning Map
• Nuisance declaration for property at 1020 Rector Road
• Resolution to appoint a successor City Clerk
• Grant agreements with the Federal Aviation Administration
• Resolution to attach liens to properties for enforcement of Chapter 18

The council adopted two grant agreements with the Federal Aviation Administration to fund construction of two hangars and a new taxiway. It also approved an emergency services memorandum of understanding, appointed a successor city clerk, authorized a street closure for a triathlon, and authorized liens on specified properties. Two items—a nuisance resolution and a new zoning ordinance—were tabled until August 11.

• Approved FAA grant agreement for hangars and taxiway (Resolution No. 2025-47), 7-0
• Approved second FAA grant agreement (Resolution No. 2025-48), 7-0
• Adopted Emergency Services Memorandum of Understanding (Resolution No. 2025-49), 7-0
• Adopted resolution appointing successor City Clerk Kylie Reynolds (Resolution No. 2025-46), 7-0
• Approved street closure for Ridge Kids Triathlon on McDaniel Road (Resolution No. 2025-50), 7-0
• Adopted lien authorization for properties (Resolution No. 2025-51), 7-0
• Adopted second lien authorization for properties (Resolution No. 2025-52), 7-0
• Tabled nuisance resolution for 1020 Rector Rd until Aug 11, all in favor

City Council

The City Council will discuss an ordinance regarding the duties and salary of the City Clerk. The body is also considering resolutions to declare four specific properties as nuisances and a resolution to attach liens to properties for city code enforcement.

• Ordinance prescribing duties, salary, and benefits for the City Clerk
• Nuisance declaration for 501 West Baldwin (Planet Home Lending, LLC)
• Nuisance declaration for 616 North 6th Street (Glen F. Wheeler Estate, Heirs and Devisees)
• Nuisance declaration for 627 North 5th Street (Heirs of Berniece Potter)
• Nuisance declaration for 709 West Mueller (Fred and Barbara Atchison, et al)

The council approved the June financial statements and adopted new salary levels for several city officials, saving about $30,500. It passed Ordinance No. 2025‑13 establishing the City Clerk’s duties, salary and benefits. The council also adopted four nuisance resolutions for properties at 501 West Baldwin, 627 North 5th Street, 709 West Mueller and authorized liens, each passing 7‑0. A resolution concerning 616 North 6th Street was tabled for 30 days.

• Approved June financial statements (unanimous)
• Approved new city official salaries, saving $30,500 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-13 establishing City Clerk duties and salary (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-42 declaring 501 West Baldwin a nuisance (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-43 declaring 627 North 5th Street a nuisance (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-44 declaring 709 West Mueller a nuisance (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-45 authorizing mayor and clerk to attach liens (7-0)
• Tabled resolution for 616 North 6th Street for 30 days (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to declare four specific buildings as nuisances under the city code. The council is also considering resolutions to attach liens to properties to collect money owed for ordinance enforcement.

• Nuisance declaration for 807 Rector Road (A & N Walker Investments, LLC)
• Nuisance declaration for 512 South 6th Street (Christy Schlipf)
• Nuisance declaration for 321 East Emerson (Wayne Laroe and Julia Laroe)
• Nuisance declaration for 1020 Rector Road (Joselin Lizette Diaz and Valdemar Garcia Campos)
• Resolutions to attach liens to properties for Chapter 18 ordinance enforcement

The council adopted two resolutions (2025‑41 and 2025‑42) authorizing the mayor and city clerk to attach liens to properties for unpaid code‑enforcement fees, each passing unanimously. It also adopted nuisance declarations for 512 SOUTH 6"™ STREET (Resolution 2025‑39) and 321 EAST EMERSON (Resolution 2025‑40) with 7‑0 votes. Two other nuisance resolutions for 807 RECTOR RD and 1020 RECTOR RD were tabled for 30 days, also unanimously.

• Tabled nuisance resolution for 807 RECTOR RD (30‑day delay) – unanimous
• Tabled nuisance resolution for 1020 RECTOR RD (30‑day delay) – unanimous
• Adopted nuisance declaration for 512 SOUTH 6"™ STREET (7‑0) – Resolution No. 2025‑39
• Adopted nuisance declaration for 321 EAST EMERSON (7‑0) – Resolution No. 2025‑40
• Adopted lien‑authorizing resolution (Resolution No. 2025‑41) – 7‑0 vote
• Adopted lien‑authorizing resolution (Resolution No. 2025‑42) – 7‑0 vote

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding property management and city grants. The body is deciding on the condemnation of four specific buildings and the authorization of various administrative contracts and licenses.

• Nuisance declarations for properties at 306 North 14th Ave, 3901 Linwood Drive, 4606 Pruett’s Chapel Road, and 501 West Baldwin
• Ordinance for Fox Hills Golf Club to apply for a private club liquor license
• Resolution to authorize the mayor to sign an administrative contract with the East Arkansas Planning and Development District for CDBG funds
• Resolution authorizing the sale of real property within city limits
• Resolution prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement against non-violent civil rights demonstrators

The Paragould City Council approved a second residence on a private drive and adopted several ordinances and resolutions. Notable actions include authorizing Fox Hills Golf Club to apply for a private club liquor license, approving a $314,000 Community Development Block Grant application, and adopting a policy prohibiting excessive force during non‑violent civil‑rights demonstrations. The council also approved property sales, a new bank account for rebate purposes, and lien authority.

• Approved second residence on private drive (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-12 allowing Fox Hills Golf Club to apply for private club liquor license (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-30 to apply for $314,000 CDBG grant (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-31 policy prohibiting excessive force in non‑violent civil‑rights demonstrations (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-34 authorizing sale of city property (auction) (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-35 opening bank account for credit‑card rebates (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-36 declaring 306 North 14th Ave a nuisance (5-1)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-38 authorizing mayor and clerk to attach liens (8-0)

City Council

The Paragould City Council will meet to discuss unfinished business regarding a residential petition and new business concerning property liens. The council is considering a resolution to collect money owed to the city for enforcement of Chapter 18 of the city's code of ordinances.

• Petition for a fourth residence on a private drive
• Resolution to attach liens to specific properties for Chapter 18 code enforcement

The council approved the May 12 meeting minutes unanimously. It accepted a low bid of $126,225 from Stribling Equipment for a mini/mid-size excavator, staying under the $133,000 budget. A petition for a fourth residence on a private drive was denied after the motion failed to receive a second. The council also adopted a resolution (8‑0) authorizing the mayor and clerk to place liens on specified properties for unpaid code‑enforcement charges.

• Approved May 12 minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted low bid $126,225 for excavator (unanimous)
• Denied petition for fourth residence on private drive (motion failed)
• Adopted lien‑attachment resolution (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Paragould City Council will vote on resolutions to purchase three properties: 608 North Pruett from Joshua Cantrell, and two parcels on Carroll Road from David/Vanessa Flannery and Booyah, LLC. They will also consider declaring three buildings (1306 Charles Street, 617 North 6th Street, 403 North 13th Avenue) as nuisances, authorizing liens for code enforcement debts, and a petition for a fourth residence on a private drive. Other items include a credit card application and confirming Chris Kincade to the A&P Commission.

• Petition for a fourth residence on a private drive
• Resolution to purchase 608 North Pruett property from Joshua Cantrell
• Resolution to purchase two Carroll Road properties (from David/Vanessa Flannery and Booyah, LLC)
• Resolution to declare three buildings as nuisances (1306 Charles, 617 N 6th, 403 N 13th Ave)
• Resolution to attach liens on properties for code enforcement debts

The council approved the April 28 minutes and April financials unanimously. It tabled a request for a fourth residence on a private drive until May 27 (vote 8‑0). It adopted three property‑purchase resolutions and three nuisance‑declaration resolutions, all passing 8‑0. The council also approved lien attachments, a city credit‑card program, corrected lien errors, and appointed Chris Kincade to the A&P Commission (vote 7‑0, one abstention).

• Tabled fourth residence request on private drive (8-0)
• Adopted purchase of 608 North Pruett (Resolution 2025-20, 8-0)
• Adopted purchase of Carroll Road parcel (Flannery) (Resolution 2025-21, 8-0)
• Adopted purchase of Carroll Road parcel (Booyah LLC) (Resolution 2025-22, 8-0)
• Adopted nuisance declaration for 1306 Charles St (Resolution 2025-28, 8-0)
• Adopted attachment of liens to specified properties (Resolution 2025-25, 8-0)
• Adopted city credit‑card program resolution (Resolution 2025-26, 8-0)
• Appointed Chris Kincade to A&P Commission (7-0, Rumsey abstained)

City Council

The Paragould City Council will meet to conduct regular business and review a resolution regarding a specific property. The council is considering declaring a building at 209 Chestnut a nuisance under the city code of ordinances.

• Resolution to declare building at 209 Chestnut a nuisance

The council approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting. It voted to adopt purchasing cards from Simmons Bank. It granted a ninety‑day extension for the owners of 209 Chestnut to obtain a certificate of occupancy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved use of purchasing cards from Simmons Bank (unanimous)
• Granted a ninety‑day extension for 209 Chestnut property (unanimous)
• Adjourned the meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Paragould City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 14, 2025. The agenda includes an ordinance to amend the Northend Overlay District, an ordinance to rezone property at 500 W. Court St. from Office Professional (OP), and resolutions to accept federal transportation aid and declare four properties as nuisances.

• Ordinance amending Chapter 46 for the Northend Overlay District
• Ordinance rezoning 500 W. Court St. from Office Professional (OP)
• Resolution to utilize federal aid for transportation alternatives
• Resolution accepting transfer of personal property to the city
• Resolutions to declare four properties as nuisances (516 E Emerson St., 701 S 6½ St., 301 E Darling, 1106 S 3 Ave.)

The Paragould City Council approved the March 31 minutes and the March financial statements unanimously. It adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10 amending Chapter 46 and its emergency clause, both 8‑0. The council rezoned 500 W. Court St. to residential (Ordinance No. 2025-11) and approved a resolution to apply for the 2025 TAP transportation grant (Resolution No. 2025-14). Several nuisance‑declaration resolutions were also adopted unanimously.

• Approved March 31 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved March financial statements (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-10 amending Chapter 46 (8‑0)
• Adopted emergency clause for Ordinance No. 2025-10 (8‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-11 rezoning 500 W. Court St. (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-14 to apply for TAP grant (8‑0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-15 to accept donated piano (8‑0)
• Adopted Nuisance Resolution No. 2025-16 for 516 E. Emerson St. (8‑0)

City Council

The Paragould City Council will consider an ordinance waiving competitive bidding for a vehicle purchase, resolutions to declare two properties as nuisances (2908 Linwood Drive and 518 Bradburn), and a resolution related to Arkansas Natural Resources Commission funding. There will also be a discussion regarding permit fees in areas damaged by tornadoes.

• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for a vehicle purchase
• Resolution for funding from Arkansas Natural Resources Commission
• Resolution declaring 2908 Linwood Drive a nuisance, owned by DBH, INC.
• Resolution declaring 518 Bradburn a nuisance, owned by Estel Spain and Jane Pitcher
• Discussion on permit fees in tornado-damaged areas

The council approved the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting. It adopted Ordinance No. 2025-9 to waive competitive bidding for a fire department vehicle. It adopted Resolution No. 2025-13 authorizing the mayor to execute documents for a $925,000 loan from the Arkansas Natural Resources Commission. The council also tabled a condemnation resolution for 518 Bradburn St. for 30 days and waived permit fees for residents affected by the March 14 tornado.

• Approved March 10, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2025-9 to waive competitive bidding for fire department vehicle (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-13 authorizing mayor to execute documents for $925,000 ANRC loan (7-0)
• Tabled condemnation of 518 Bradburn St. for 30 days (unanimous)
• Waived permit fees for tornado‑affected residents (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Paragould City Council will meet to vote on several resolutions, including authorizing the purchase of real property at 700 North 4th Street, rescinding a prior condemnation at 721 North 15th Avenue, and adopting the 2024 amended budget. The meeting also includes a presentation on the State of the City and financial reports for January and February.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of property at 700 North 4th Street from Micha Straub, Jeremy Lyles, and Cecily Lyles
• Resolution rescinding the prior condemnation of property at 721 North 15th Avenue
• Resolution for adoption of the 2024 amended budget
• Presentation of The State of the City
• Financial statements for January and February

The Paragould City Council approved three resolutions. First, it authorized the purchase of real property at 700 N 4th St. from Micha Straub, Jeremy Lyles, and Cecily Lyles for the Land Bank, with the purchase price under $40,000. Second, it rescinded the prior condemnation of property at 721 North 1st Ave. to allow new owners to obtain a certificate of occupancy. Third, it adopted the 2024 amended budget, which accounts for expenses from the 2024 safety sales tax that funded additional first responders and other departmental overages.

• Approved Resolution 2025-10 authorizing the purchase of 700 N 4th St. for the Land Bank (7-0).
• Approved Resolution 2025-11 rescinding the condemnation of 721 North 1st Ave. (7-0).
• Approved Resolution 2025-12 adopting the 2024 amended budget (7-0).
• Approved the minutes from the previous council meeting as transcribed.
• Approved the financial statements for January and February 2025 as presented.

City Council

The council will consider three resolutions: authorizing the purchase of real property within city limits, executing a grant agreement and pledging matching funds to improve the parks system, and declaring a building a nuisance under the city code. Committees meet earlier at 5:15, 5:30, and 5:45 p.m. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes, reports, and unfinished business.

• Resolution authorizing purchase of real property within city limits (no dollar amount specified)
• Resolution to execute a grant agreement and pledge matching funds for city parks system improvement
• Resolution to declare a building/structure a nuisance per City Code Chapter 10, Article VII

The Paragould City Council approved the purchase of real property at 403 W. Hunt St. and a property at the corner of N. 4th St. and W. Hunt St. (Resolution No. 2025-8). The council also adopted a resolution to execute a grant agreement and pledge matching funds for an all-inclusive park at Harmon, contingent on receiving a $250,000 Blue and You Foundation Grant (Resolution No. 2025-9). A condemnation of a shed at 110 Highview was tabled after the owner requested a 60-day extension.

• Approved purchase of 403 W. Hunt St. apartments and corner property (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-8 authorizing real property purchase (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2025-9 to pledge $48,213.46 match for park grant (8-0)
• Tabled condemnation of shed at 110 Highview for 60-day extension
• Waived building permit fees for Land Bank properties (all in favor)
• Accepted low bid of $253,481.00 for long reach excavator (all in favor)

City Council

The Paragould City Council adopted two ordinances and one resolution. Ordinance 2025-7 updates the mayor's spending authority to align with state law, including CPI adjustments. Ordinance 2025-8 waives competitive bidding for a fire station alerting system due to a bid opening error. Resolution 2025-7 authorizes destruction of certain city records. All passed unanimously (8-0).

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-7 revising property purchase/sale procedure and mayor's expenditure limit (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-8 waiving competitive bidding for fire station alerting system (8-0)
• Adopted emergency clause for Ordinance 2025-8 (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-7 authorizing destruction of certain city records (8-0)
• Approved minutes of January 13, 2025 meeting (all in favor)
• Accepted low bids for triplex mower ($47,392.72 from Jerry Pate Turf & Irrigation) and turf care at Bland Park ($56,840.00 from NEA Turfcare) (all in favor)

City Council

The City Council will discuss ordinances regarding city employee business rules, staff salaries, and zoning amendments. The body is also considering resolutions to declare four specific properties as nuisances and authorize liens for city debts.

• Zoning ordinance amendments for 1209 Rector Rd and 755 N 2nd St
• Nuisance declarations for properties at 407 North 14th Ave, 301 East Emerson, 718 South 3rd Street, and 305 North 15th Ave
• Ordinance to set salaries for the City Clerk and City Attorney
• Resolution to authorize the closing and use of certain streets
• Ordinance to waive competitive bidding for new equipment lease-purchase

The Paragould City Council approved six ordinances, including rules of procedure, city clerk and attorney salaries, employee business disclosure, two zoning changes, and a lease-purchase waiver for a street sweeper. It also adopted five resolutions for street closures, nuisance declarations, and property liens, plus approved new appointments and credit card contacts. All votes were unanimous except for one ordinance with two abstentions.

• Adopted Ordinance 2025-1 adopting council rules of procedure (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-2 setting city clerk and attorney salaries (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-3 permitting city employees/officials to do business with city (6-0, 2 abstentions)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-4 rezoning 1209 Rector Road to C-2 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-5 rezoning 755 North 2nd St from C-1 to R-2 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2025-6 waiving competitive bidding for lease-purchase of sweeper (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-1 authorizing street closures for events (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-2 authorizing street closure for 25th Loose Caboose Festival (8-0)