Jonesboro public meetings in 2023

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing resolutions for the 2024 city budget and updates to the city salary plan. The meeting also includes proposals to waive competitive bidding for fire truck repairs and certain police vehicle purchases.

• Adoption of the 2024 City of Jonesboro budget
• Waiving competitive bidding for emergency fire truck repairs
• Purchase of two Chevrolet Silverados and six Dodge Durangos
• Updates to city salary ranges, job titles, and grades

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the November 21 meeting. The agenda includes monthly updates regarding JETS and Parks & Recreation.

• Approval of November 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Monthly JETS update
• Monthly update from Parks & Recreation

City Council

The City Council will review several items including federal grant applications and multiple property liens. The agenda includes resolutions for body-worn camera programs and infrastructure resilience.

• Purchase of additional right-of-way on S. Caraway Road for drainage improvements
• Acceptance of FY2023 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program grant
• Acceptance of FY23 Connect & Protect grant
• Application for FY23 Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant
• Multiple municipal liens, including $5,048.60 for 201 W. Forrest St.

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to consider various appeal cases regarding property variances. These requests include changes to fences, driveways, and landscaping buffers. The board will also approve minutes from the November 21, 2023 meeting.

• Variance for an 8’ tall privacy fence at 200 Stroud
• Variance to omit three tree islands at 514 Airport Rd
• Variance for a driveway exceeding 40’ in width at 121 S. Culberhouse St
• Variance for a reduction of the 25’ landscape buffer at 4105 E. Johnson Ave
• Variance to omit asphalt and curbing at 2929 Browns Ln

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the placement of various traffic signs. The Engineering department is sponsoring this measure.

• ORD-23:045: Ordinance to place various traffic signs at locations determined by the Traffic Control Committee

Nominating and Rules Committee

The Nominating and Rules Committee will meet to review the minutes from September 19, 2023. The committee is also considering a resolution to form a committee and hire a consultant to study the impact of impact fees within the city.

• Resolution RES-23:298 to form a committee and hire a consultant to study impact fees

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is considering several land use requests including preliminary and final subdivisions. The agenda also includes rezoning requests for properties on Southwest Drive and Moore Road, as well as a conditional use request for 119 Coleman Drive.

• Preliminary subdivision of The Orchard Phase II and III (115 lots on 30 acres)
• Final subdivision of Boston Proper 3 (39 lots on 13 acres)
• Conditional use for a manufactured housing unit at 119 Coleman Drive
• Rezoning of 915 Southwest Drive from R-1 and C-5 to C-3
• Rezoning of 2650 Moore Road from AG-1 to I-1 (9.12 acres)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will consider resolutions for federal grants from the DOJ and FEMA. The committee will also review several municipal liens on local properties and hold a discussion regarding the 2024 budget.

• Resolutions to accept DOJ awards for body-worn camera policy and Connect & Protect programs
• Resolution to apply for a FEMA Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities grant
• Multiple resolutions to place municipal liens on properties, including $5,048.60 at 201 W. Forrest St.
• Presentation and discussion of the 2024 budget

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding federal and state grants for police, fire, and justice programs. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances related to zoning boundary changes and city code amendments.

• Resolution to waive competitive bidding for APCO Institute medical call support services
• Resolution to accept a FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant from the DOJ
• Resolution to accept a FY2024 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant from Arkansas State Police
• Resolution to appropriate funding for 12 firefighter personnel and revised pay grades
• Rezoning of 3007 Colony Drive from R-1 to C-3

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will review a resolution regarding drainage improvements. The proposal involves the offer and acceptance to purchase additional right-of-way on S. Caraway Road.

• Resolution RES-23:272 to purchase right-of-way on S. Caraway Road for drainage improvements

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider resolutions to accept several federal and state grants for justice and safety programs. The committee will also review a proposal to hire 12 firefighters and update their salary ranges. Additionally, the agenda includes allocating ARPA funds and excess reserves for capital improvement projects.

• Resolution to hire 12 firefighter personnel and revise pay grades
• Acceptance of FY23 JAG grant from U.S. Department of Justice
• Acceptance of FY24 STEP grant from Arkansas State Police
• Acceptance of FY23 Bulletproof Vest Partnership award
• Allocation of ARPA funds and excess reserves for capital improvement projects

City Council

The City Council will review a consent agenda containing several municipal lien resolutions and an economic development agreement. Additionally, the council will consider new ordinances regarding zoning boundary changes and a private club permit.

• Agreement with Northeast Arkansas Industrial Development Commission for economic development services
• Municipal lien on property at 01-134032-11700 (Gladys) in the amount of $365
• Municipal lien on property at 221 N. Drake in the amount of $275
• Municipal lien on property at 223 N. Drake in the amount of $275
• Contract with Shelby Railroad Service, Inc. for industrial rail lead maintenance

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will review monthly updates from JETS and Parks & Recreation. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the October 17, 2023 meeting.

• Monthly JETS update
• Monthly update from Parks & Recreation
• Approval of October 17, 2023 meeting minutes

Public Safety Council Committee

The committee will consider an ordinance amending the definitions of inoperative vehicles. It will also review a resolution to condemn property at 122 Coleman Dr. and a request to waive competitive bidding for E-911 medical call support services.

• Ordinance ORD-23:043 amending definitions of inoperative vehicles
• Resolution RES-23:265 to condemn property at 122 Coleman Dr.
• Resolution RES-23:266 to waive competitive bidding for E-911 dispatch services with APCO Institute

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board will consider five variance applications involving signage, lot coverage, fences, and accessory structures. These items include requests for properties on South Stadium Boulevard, East Highland Drive, Stroud, Strawfloor, and Fair Park Boulevard.

• Signage variance for 3311 S Stadium Blvd (Jeremy Ellis)
• Signage variance for 3315 South Boulevard (Hyundai/Jeremy Ellis)
• Lot coverage variance from 50% to 60% for 604 E Highland Dr (Tralan Engineering)
• 8’ tall privacy fence variance for 200 Stroud (Ronald Crawford)
• Accessory structure square footage variance for 817 Strawfloor (Todd Maritch)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider several resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties for amounts between $165 and $365. The committee will also revisit a pending resolution regarding an agreement with the Northeast Arkansas Industrial Development Commission (NEAIDC) for economic development services funding.

• Resolutions to place municipal liens on properties including 221 N. Drake ($275) and 304 W. Easy ($165).
• Resolution to place a lien on property at 815 Witt St. in the amount of $315.
• Resolution to place a lien on property at 1506 Garland in the amount of $315.
• Pending resolution for an agreement with NEAIDC for economic development services funding.

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several land development requests. Items include preliminary and final subdivision approvals, a conditional use request for recreation/entertainment, and multiple rezoning applications.

• Preliminary subdivision: Lake Pointe Estates Phase 3 (22 lots on 11.52 acres)
• Final subdivision: Sarah's Crossing Phase 3 (22 lots on 6.94 acres at Creekview Drive)
• Final subdivision: Savannah Hills Phase 4 (6 lots on 2.60 acres at Lazare Drive)
• Conditional use: Indoor recreation/entertainment at 3380 Moore Road
• Rezoning: 17.6 acres at 3703 South Culberhouse Street

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will review a resolution to accept a low bid for rail maintenance. The proposed contract is with Shelby Railroad Service, Inc. for the Industrial Rail Lead Maintenance project.

• Resolution RES-23:264 to enter into a contract with Shelby Railroad Service, Inc. for Industrial Rail Lead Maintenance (Job No. 2023:26)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the issuance of up to $18,500,000 in capital improvement revenue bonds. These funds are intended for street improvements, park trail connections, a new clubhouse at the Jonesboro Shooting Sports Complex, and an E911 Dispatch and Real Time Crime Center. The agenda also includes several resolutions for municipal liens and contract amendments.

• Public hearing for $18,500,000 in capital improvement revenue bonds
• Rezoning of 3315 Willow Road from R-1 to I-1
• Rezoning of 5601 Pacific Road from R-2 to RM-12
• Contract amendment with Halff Associates Inc. for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• Authorization of a contract with Arkansas Blue Cross Blue Shield for employee medical insurance

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will consider a preliminary subdivision request for 65 lots at Savannah Hills. Additionally, a rezoning request is on the agenda for 17.6 acres at 3703 South Culberhouse Street.

• Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7: 65 lots on 26.18 acres at Dena Jo Drive
• 3703 South Culberhouse Street: Rezoning from RS-7 and C-4 to C-3 LUO and C-4

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider two variance requests in R-1 districts. These include an 8’ tall privacy fence at 4114 Raider Road and an accessory structure at 1207 Country Manor Circle.

• Variance for 8’ tall privacy fence at 4114 Raider Road
• Variance for accessory structure in a street facing yard at 1207 Country Manor Circle
• Approval of September 19, 2023, meeting minutes

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider introducing resolutions to condemn properties at 310 Miller St. and 616 E Oak Ave. The committee will also review a mosquito control report for September and October 2023.

• Resolution to condemn property at 310 Miller St.
• Resolution to condemn property at 616 E Oak Ave.
• Vector Mosquito Control Report for September-October 2023

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to amend the contract with Halff Associates Inc. This amendment would include a Social Determinants of Health Accelerator Plan in the Master Parks Plan. The agenda also includes a monthly update from Parks & Recreation and a discussion with the Trail Coordinator.

• Resolution RES-23:215 to amend Halff Associates Inc. contract for the Master Parks Plan
• Monthly update from Parks & Recreation (COM-23:052)
• Discussion with Trail Coordinator Ryan Parson (COM-23:053)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including tax levies for police, fire, and library funds. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions to place municipal liens on various local properties.

• Rezoning appeal for 314 E. Nettleton Avenue
• 0.5 mill tax levy for Local Police Pension and Relief Fund
• 0.5 mill tax levy for Local Fire Pension and Relief Fund
• 1 mill tax levy for the Public Library
• Multiple municipal liens ranging from $275 to $550

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is considering several preliminary subdivision applications for residential lots. The commission will also review two rezoning requests involving multifamily and industrial land uses.

• Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7: 65 lots on 26.18 acres at Dena Jo Drive
• Pacific Grove Phase II: 37 lots on 13.64 acres north of Beech Grove Drive
• Brookshire Place Phase 3: 44 lots on 10.35 acres north of Morgan Drive
• 5601 Pacific Road: Rezoning 7.58 acres from R-2 to RM-12
• 3315 Willow Road: Rezoning 8.8 acres from R-1 to I-1

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing resolutions to introduce new property tax levies. These include millage increases for the local police pension, fire pension, and public library. The committee will also consider a municipal lien on a specific property.

• 0.5 mill tax levy for Police Pension and Relief Fund
• 0.5 mill tax levy for Fire Pension and Relief Fund
• 1 mill tax levy for the Public Library
• $275 municipal lien on 417 W. Forrest property

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider resolutions to purchase additional right-of-way at two locations. These acquisitions are intended for the construction and maintenance of drainage improvements.

• Resolution to purchase right-of-way at 1921 Latourette Drive for drainage improvements
• Resolution to purchase right-of-way at 3800 S Caraway Road for drainage improvements

City Council

The council will consider resolutions for federal transit grants for the JET system. Also on the agenda are ordinances regarding traffic signs, property rezoning at Hancock Road and E. Johnson Avenue, and a private club permit.

• Resolutions to apply for USDOT/FTA transit grants for the Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET)
• Rezoning hearing scheduled for 312 E. Nettleton
• Ordinance to change zoning from I-2 to RS-2 at Hancock Road
• Ordinance to change zoning from I-1 to C-3 LUO at 5914 E. Johnson Avenue
• Private club permit application for Jonesboro Cinema Grill

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several land development applications. These include preliminary subdivision requests for Savannah Hills and Pacific Grove, a conditional use request for an in-home daycare, and a rezoning request for property on E. Nettleton Avenue.

• Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7: 65 lots on 26.18 acres at Dena Jo Drive
• Pacific Grove Phase II: 37 lots on 13.64 acres north of Beech Grove Drive
• Conditional use for in-home daycare at 1348 Medallion Drive
• Rezoning 312 E. Nettleton Avenue from R-2 to C-2 LUO

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Committee will review resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties. The committee will also consider authorizing applications for USDOT Urbanized Area Formula Grants for the Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET).

• Resolutions to place municipal liens on several properties, including 900 Hoover Ave B ($3,814.27)
• Authorization to apply for FY2020 USDOT Urbanized Area Formula Grants for JET
• Authorization to apply for FY2021 USDOT Urbanized Area Formula Grants for JET

Nominating and Rules Committee

The Nominating and Rules Committee is holding a special called meeting to review proposed resolutions. The primary item involves making appointments and reappointments to various boards and commissions as recommended by Mayor HaroldCopenhaver.

• Resolution RES-23:192 regarding board and commission appointments and reappointments

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to review three variance applications. These include requests regarding landscaping guidelines and privacy fence heights in commercial and residential districts.

• Variance for landscaping guidelines at 4603 Southwest Drive
• Variance for an 8’ tall privacy fence at 4114 Raider Road
• Variance for a 6’ tall privacy fence at 4117 Renee Drive

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the August 15, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes monthly updates regarding JETS and Parks & Recreation.

• Monthly JETS update
• Monthly Parks and Recreation update

Public Safety Council Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to condemn the property located at 304 W Easy St. The agenda also includes a report on mosquito control for August 2023 and the approval of minutes from the August 15 meeting.

• Resolution RES-23:168 to condemn property at 304 W Easy St.
• August 2023 Vector Mosquito Control Report
• Approval of August 15, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding right-of-way purchases and construction contracts for local parks. The agenda also includes multiple ordinances on second and third readings concerning traffic signs, zoning boundaries, and city fence codes.

• Resolution to participate in the construction of Southern Ridge Boulevard
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 3224 S Caraway Road for roadway improvements
• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 3704 S Caraway Road for drainage improvements
• Contract with Meadows Contractors, LLC for artificial turf at Joe Mack Campbell Park
• Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Parker Park Community Center pool addition

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a preliminary subdivision for Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7. The commission will also review rezoning requests for properties on Hancock Road and Pacific Road.

• Preliminary subdivision of 65 lots on 26.18 acres at Dena Jo Drive (Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7)
• Rezoning request from I-2 to RS-2 for 10 acres west of 7520 Hancock Road
• Rezoning request from R-2 to RM-12 for 7.58 acres at 5601 Pacific Road

The Commission approved a rezoning request for 10 acres on Hancock Road from general industrial to single family residential. A preliminary subdivision request for Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7 was tabled due to traffic study discrepancies.

• Approved rezoning of 10 acres west of 7520 Hancock Road from I-2 to RS-2 (6-0)
• Tabled preliminary subdivision approval for Savannah Hills Phase 6 & 7 (6-0)
• Approved August 22, 2023 MAPC Minutes (6-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council is considering several resolutions, including a contract for the Parker Park Community Center pool addition. The committee will also review requests to place various municipal liens on local properties.

• Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for the Parker Park Community Center pool addition
• Resolution authorizing a utilities easement to City Water and Light (CWL)
• Multiple municipal liens ranging from $275 to $550 on various residential properties
• Lien of $315 for property at 922 W. Jefferson Ave.

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended several resolutions to the City Council, including a contract for a community center pool and multiple municipal liens. The pool project will utilize $1.417 million in ARPA funding to cover costs exceeding the original budget.

• Recommended to Council: Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Parker Park pool addition for $2,917,999.89 (6-0)
• Recommended to Council: Convey utilities easement to City Water and Light (5-0, 1 recused)
• Recommended to Council: $275 municipal lien on 112 W. Woodrow (6-0)
• Recommended to Council: $275 municipal lien on 308 B Vine (6-0)
• Recommended to Council: $275 municipal lien on 405 State (6-0)
• Recommended to Council: $275 municipal lien on 500 Allen (6-0)
• Approved August 29, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including a property purchase for a law enforcement facility and multiple municipal liens. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding traffic signs, zoning boundary changes, and private club permits.

• Resolution to authorize property purchase for a law enforcement facility at 907 Congress Cir.
• Resolution to accept a bid from Gibson Sign-Mart for refinishing six welcome signs
• Resolution to apply for the FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
• Multiple resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties, including $6,122.51 at 223 Miller Ave.
• Ordinance to change zoning boundaries from I-1 to C-3 LUO for 5914 E. Johnson Avenue

The City Council passed a consent agenda including the approval of a low bid for sign refurbishing and the placement of two municipal liens. The meeting also included a presentation on preparations for the April 8, 2024, solar eclipse and a proclamation honoring Judge Tommy Fowler.

• Approved low bid for Gibson Sign-Mart to refinish six 'Welcome to Jonesboro' signs (12-0)
• Approved application for FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (12-0)
• Approved $175 municipal lien on property at 214 Chestnut (12-0)
• Approved $6,122.51 municipal lien on property at 223 Miller Ave (12-0)
• Approved August 15, 2023 meeting minutes (12-0)
• Proclaimed 'Judge Tommy Fowler Day' in the City of Jonesboro

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider resolutions for roadway and drainage improvements on South Caraway Road. The committee will also review a contract with Meadows Contractors, LLC for artificial turf at Joe Mack Campbell Park. Additionally, the agenda includes a proposed partnership with ARDOT for the Highway 351 Connector project.

• Contract with Meadows Contractors, LLC for artificial turf at Joe Mack Campbell Park
• Right-of-way purchase at 3224 S Caraway Road for roadway improvements
• Right-of-way purchase at 3704 S Caraway Road for drainage improvements
• Partnership with ARDOT for Hwy. 351 Connector (Aggie Rd.) project
• Pending construction of Southern Ridge Boulevard

The committee recommended three right-of-way purchases and contracts for artificial turf and road construction to the full City Council. One resolution regarding a partnership with the Arkansas Department of Transportation was postponed indefinitely.

• Approved August 1, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Postponed RES-23:140 (Hwy 351 Connector/Aggie Rd partnership) indefinitely (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:148 (Right-of-way purchase at 3224 S Caraway Road) to Council (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:149 (Right-of-way purchase at 3704 S Caraway Road) to Council (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:169 (Contract with Meadows Contractors, LLC for artificial turf at Joe Mack Campbell Park) to Council (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:141 ($450,000 contribution for Southern Ridge Boulevard construction) to Council (6-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing several resolutions including a federal justice assistance grant application. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties and an agreement for traffic control device maintenance.

• Resolution to apply for the FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
• Municipal lien for $6,122.51 at 223 Miller Ave.
• Multiple municipal liens ranging from $175 to $350 on various local properties
• Resolution to execute a traffic control device agreement to maintain a control device
• Pending resolution to purchase property for a law enforcement facility

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended several resolutions to the City Council, including a federal justice grant application and a traffic control agreement. The committee also recommended placing municipal liens on 14 different properties for various amounts. One resolution regarding property purchase for a law enforcement facility remained a pending item.

• Recommended application for FY23 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien on 214 Chestnut for $175 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien on 223 Miller Ave. for $6,122.51 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien on 308 B Vine for $175 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien on 310 Olive for $175 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien on 416 W Forrest St for $275 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien on 600 N Church for $215 (5-0)
• Recommended traffic control device agreement to maintain a control device (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing applications for two final subdivisions and a conditional use permit for a storage complex. The meeting also includes requests to rezone properties on E. Johnson Avenue and Willow Road.

• Final subdivision of Southern Oaks Phase I (78 lots, 21.54 acres)
• Final subdivision of Edgemont Park Phase II (51 lots, 15 acres)
• Conditional use for a storage complex at 3648 Hudson Drive
• Rezoning 5914 E. Johnson Ave. from industrial to commercial
• Rezoning 4018 Willow Rd. from R-1 to RS-7 residential

The Commission approved final plats for two residential subdivisions and a conditional use permit for a climate-controlled storage facility. Two rezoning requests were also approved, including one for a general commercial district with a limited use overlay.

• Approved Southern Oaks Phase I final subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Edgemont Park Phase II final subdivision (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for climate-controlled storage at 3648 Hudson Drive (7-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5914 E. Johnson Ave. from I-1 to C-3 LUO (7-0)
• Approved August 8, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will consider several variance requests on August 15, 2023. These include requests for a sign at 3300 One Place and privacy fences at 1821 Brookhaven Rd. and 1202 E. Country Club Ter. The board will also review a request to waive landscape island requirements at 3376 Moore Rd.

• Sign variance request for 3300 One Place
• Privacy fence request for 1821 Brookhaven Rd.
• 8’ tall privacy fence request for 1202 E. Country Club Ter.
• Request to waive landscape island requirements at 3376 Moore Rd.

The Board approved variance requests for a sign at 3300 One Place, an 8-foot fence at 1202 E. Country Club Ter., and a landscaping waiver at 3376 Moore Rd. A request for a solid front-yard privacy fence at 1821 Brookhaven Rd. was denied.

• Approved variance for sign at 3300 One Place (4-0)
• Denied variance for solid front-yard privacy fence at 1821 Brookhaven Rd. (4-0)
• Approved variance for 8ft privacy fence at 1202 E. Country Club Ter. (4-0)
• Approved variance to waive landscape islands in trailer parking at 3376 Moore Rd. (4-0)
• Approved July 18, 2023 BZA Minutes (4-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will review an ordinance regarding the placement of various traffic signs. The committee will also consider a resolution to condemn property located at 300 N Third St. Additionally, the July 2023 Vector Mosquito Control Report will be presented.

• Ordinance to place various traffic signs (ORD-23:032)
• Resolution to condemn property at 300 N Third St. (RES-23:151)
• July 2023 Vector Mosquito Control Report (COM-23:041)

The Public Safety Council Committee recommended two items for City Council approval: an ordinance for traffic sign placement and a resolution to condemn a property on N Third St. The committee also reviewed a July 2023 mosquito control report.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved August 01, 2023 special meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended to Council ORD-23:032 regarding traffic sign placement (4-0)
• Recommended to Council RES-23:151 to condemn property at 300 N Third St. (4-0)

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will consider a resolution to accept the low bid from Gibson Sign-Mart for refinishing six city welcome signs. The meeting also includes monthly updates from Parks and Recreation and JETS.

• Resolution RES-23:150 to accept the low bid for refinishing six 'Welcome to Jonesboro' signs
• Monthly Parks and Recreation update (COM-23:038)
• Monthly JETS update (COM-23:039)

The Public Services Council Committee recommended that the City Council accept the low bid from Gibson Sign-Mart to refinish six welcome signs. The committee also received a progress update on the ten-year master parks plan from Halff & Associates.

• Approved July 18, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended to Council the purchase order for Gibson Sign-Mart to refinish six welcome signs (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding property right-of-way purchases for drainage improvements and a highway designation request. The agenda also includes a contract for the Jonesboro Downtown to ASU Connection project and various park and community service funding items.

• Purchase of right-of-way at 4302 S Caraway Road for drainage
• Purchase of right-of-way at 4221 S Caraway Road for drainage
• Purchase of right-of-way at 2301 Englewood Cove for drainage
• Purchase of right-of-way at 3401 S Caraway Road for drainage
• Contract with Sugg Construction, Inc. for Jonesboro Downtown to ASU Connection

The Public Facilities Board unanimously voted to donate $180,000 to help the city acquire ten acres of land adjacent to Northside Park for use as green space. The meeting also included a legislative award presentation and an economic update from the Chamber of Commerce.

• Public Facilities Board unanimously voted to donate $180,000 for acquisition of 10 acres beside Northside Park

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application from Logan Lee. The request involves the development of a mini-storage complex located in the C-3 general commercial district.

• Conditional Use CU-23-08: Mini-storage complex at 3304 and 3306 Shelby Drive

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission denied a request by Logan Lee to establish a mini-storage complex at 3304 and 3306 Shelby Drive. The commission also approved the meeting minutes from July 25, 2023.

• Denied conditional use for mini-storage complex at 3304 and 3306 Shelby Drive (3-4)
• Approved July 25, 2023 MAPC Minutes (6-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review several resolutions regarding city infrastructure and services. Proposed items include purchasing property for a police facility and requesting funds for a new fire truck. The committee will also discuss park equipment rentals and grant applications.

• Property purchase and fund appropriation for a law enforcement facility
• Requesting City Water and Light contribution for a new fire truck
• Agreement with Rent.Fun, LLC for recreation equipment at Craighead Forest Park
• Application for Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism matching grant
• Reimbursement to the Sure Foundation for homelessness services

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended two resolutions to the full Council regarding a fire truck contribution and a grant for new pickleball courts. The committee also discussed a proposal for recreation equipment rentals at Craighead Forest Park.

• Recommended to Council request for City Water and Light to contribute toward a new fire truck (4-0, 1 recused)
• Recommended to Council application for FY2024 Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism matching grant for new pickleball courts at Earl Bell (5-0)
• Approved July 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The committee will consider resolution RES-23:144 to amend the salary and administration plan for the Jonesboro Police Department. The proposal includes revised pay grades, salary ranges, and a step grid effective September 2023. This action also involves amending the 2023 budget.

• Resolution RES-23:144 to revise police department pay grades and salary ranges
• Amendment to the 2023 budget
• Introduction of a revised JPD step grid effective September 2023

The committee reviewed RES-23:144, a proposal to amend the salary and administration plan for the Police Department. The plan includes revised pay grades, a new 2% fixed step grid, and a budget amendment of $770,000 for the remainder of 2023. No final vote was recorded in the provided text.

• Proposed RES-23:144 to revise JPD pay grades and amend the 2023 budget

Public Works Council Committee

The committee is considering several resolutions to purchase right-of-way for drainage improvements. Other items include a highway designation request, a construction contract for the downtown to ASU connection, and an ordinance regarding professional service guidelines.

• Purchase of right-of-way at 4302 S Caraway Road for drainage improvements
• Purchase of right-of-way at 4221 S Caraway Road for drainage improvements
• Purchase of right-of-way at 2301 Englewood Cove for drainage improvements
• Purchase of right-of-way at 3401 S Caraway Road for drainage improvements
• Contract with Sugg Construction, Inc. for Jonesboro Downtown to ASU Connection

The Public Works Council Committee recommended several right-of-way purchases for drainage improvements and a highway designation change to the City Council. The committee also recommended accepting a low bid from Sugg Construction, Inc. for a connection project between downtown and ASU.

• Recommended purchase of right-of-way at 4302 S Caraway Road for drainage (7-0)
• Recommended purchase of right-of-way at 4221 S Caraway Road for drainage (7-0)
• Recommended purchase of right-of-way at 2301 Englewood Cove for drainage (7-0)
• Recommended purchase of right-of-way at 3401 S Caraway Road for drainage (7-0)
• Recommended adding U.S. Highway 78 designation to various routes (7-0)
• Recommended $2.1M contract with Sugg Construction, Inc. for downtown to ASU connection (7-0)
• Approved July 6, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances regarding traffic signs, a private club permit, and property rezoning. The council will also review resolutions for restroom renovations and airport terminal funding applications.

• Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Forum Restroom Renovation
• Federal disaster funding application for a new airport terminal
• Private club permit for Lemonade House Grille at 237 South Main Street
• Rezoning of 5213 E. Nettleton from RS-4 to RS-7
• HUD FY2023 CDBG Action Plan agreement

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a conditional use application. Danysha Dudley is requesting approval to operate an in-home daycare at 726 Crest Drive, which is currently zoned R-1 single-family medium density.

• Conditional Use CU-23-05: In-home daycare at 726 Crest Drive

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission approved a conditional use request for an in-home daycare. The approval is limited to a maximum of eight children and requires the applicant to obtain all necessary local and state permits.

• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved conditional use for in-home daycare at 726 Crest Drive with staff conditions (7-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review resolutions regarding city contracts and federal funding. Items include a contract for Forum restroom renovations and applications for disaster supplemental funding for the municipal airport.

• Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for the Forum Restroom Renovation
• Agreement with HUD for the FY2023 CDBG Action Plan
• Application for EDA FY2023 Disaster Supplement funding for a new airport terminal facility

The committee recommended three resolutions to the full Council, including a contract for restroom renovations and grant applications for housing and airport facilities. Members also discussed the process for reviewing upcoming police pay plans.

• Recommended to Council contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Forum restroom renovation at $243,000 (4-0)
• Recommended to Council agreement with HUD for FY2023 CDBG Action Plan (4-0)
• Recommended to Council application for EDA FY2023 Disaster Supplement Funding for a new airport terminal facility (4-0)
• Approved July 11, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will review minutes from the June 20, 2023 meeting. The committee will also receive monthly updates from Jets and Parks and Recreation. No new business or pending items are listed for this session.

• Approval of June 20, 2023 minutes (MIN-23:060)
• Monthly update from Jets (COM-23:031)
• Monthly update from Parks and Recreation (COM-23:032)

The committee approved the minutes from the June 20, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental updates regarding public transit and parks and recreation projects.

• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board will consider multiple variance requests regarding fences, building setbacks, and signage. These items include requests for residential patios, shops, and commercial tank installations.

• Fence variance: 5029 Rockport Drive
• Tank and canopy setback variance: 1807 East Highland Drive
• Patio setback variance: 1500 Brookhaven Road
• Access Management Policy variance: 1720 South Caraway Road
• Signage overlay guidelines variance: 3300 One Place

The Board approved variance requests for a residential fence, a commercial canopy and underground tanks, and a residential patio. A request from Simmons Bank for a variance from the Access Management Policy was discussed, but no final decision is recorded in the provided text.

• Approved variance for 6ft tall fence at 5029 Rockport Drive (3-0)
• Approved variance for underground tanks and overhead canopy at 1807 East Highland Drive (3-0)
• Approved variance for a patio at 1500 Brookhaven Road (3-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The committee will consider introducing resolutions to condemn two properties in Jonesboro. The agenda also includes a mosquito control report for June 2023 and an update regarding police pay.

• Resolution to condemn property at 227 Royale Dr.
• Resolution to condemn property at 1712 National Rd.
• June 2023 Vector Mosquito Control Report
• Police pay update

The Public Safety Council Committee recommended the condemnation of two properties to the City Council. The committee also discussed potential updates to the fireworks ordinance and received a report on police pay adjustments.

• Recommended condemnation of 227 Royale Dr. to Council (6-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 1712 National Rd. to Council (6-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding municipal liens on various properties and the purchase of rights-of-way for road and drainage improvements. The meeting also includes a special presentation on a comprehensive growth plan for the city.

• Special presentation by Matt Lambert and Dave Roberts regarding a comprehensive growth plan
• Agreement with W. William Graham, Jr., Inc. for Craighead Technology Park industrial lead track
• Right-of-way purchases at 3228 S Caraway Road, 2300 Oakbrook Drive, and S Caraway Road
• Municipal liens ranging from $175 to $215 on several properties including 405 State and 500 Allen
• Ordinance for a private club permit for Lemonade House Grille at 237 South Main Street

The City Council heard a presentation from DPZ/Crafton Tull regarding the development of a new comprehensive growth plan for Jonesboro. The consultants discussed the purpose of a full comprehensive plan, the need for an update since 1998, and the process for coordinating land use, transportation, and fiscal analysis.

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing a preliminary subdivision application for the Whitetail Subdivision Phase I, which involves 80 lots on 19.31 acres. The commission will also consider a conditional use request for a manufactured home at 220 Purnell Lane.

• Preliminary subdivision for 80 lots in Whitetail Subdivision Phase I
• Conditional use request for a manufactured home at 220 Purnell Lane

The Commission approved a preliminary subdivision for 80 lots and a conditional use request for a single manufactured home. Both items passed with a 5-0 vote of the present members.

• Approved preliminary subdivision for Whitetail Subdivision Phase I, 19.31 acres and 80 lots (5-0)
• Approved conditional use for a manufactured home at 220 Purnell Lane (5-0)
• Approved June 27, 2023 MAPC Minutes (5-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review resolutions to introduce municipal liens on various properties. These items are sponsored by Code Enforcement and Finance. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Resolution for a $175 lien at 405 State
• Resolution for a $175 lien at 500 Allen
• Resolution for a $175 lien at 500 Woodrow
• Resolution for a $215 lien at 1601 Angela Lee
• Resolution for a $175 lien at 4304 Race St.

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended nine resolutions to place municipal liens on specific properties for code enforcement. The committee also approved the minutes from the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Approved June 27, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended $175 lien at 405 State (5-0)
• Recommended $175 lien at 500 Allen (4-0)
• Recommended $175 lien at 500 Woodrow (4-0)
• Recommended $175 lien at 816 Hoover (4-0)
• Recommended $175 lien at 1020 Hope (4-0)
• Recommended $175 lien at 1313 Pardew (4-0)
• Recommended $215 lien at 1601 Angela Lee (4-0)

City Council

The council will conduct a final vote on rezoning 4603 Southwest Drive from R-1 to C-3. Other items include first readings for property rezoning at 5213 E. Nettleton and a private club permit for 237 South Main Street. The agenda also includes grant applications for bulletproof vests and safe streets.

• Final vote on rezoning 4603 Southwest Drive from R-1 to C-3
• Private club permit for Lemonade House Grille at 237 South Main Street
• Rezoning of 5213 E. Nettleton from RS-4 to RS-7
• Contract to sell Lot 1 of Kiech’s 1st Addition to Masonic Lodge #657
• Grant applications for bulletproof vests and safe streets

The City Council approved the sale of a lot to Masonic Lodge #657 and a zoning change for a property on Southwest Drive. Several facility usage agreements and grant applications were passed via the consent agenda. Three ordinances were held at first reading.

• Approved sale of Lot 1 of Kiech’s 1st Addition to Masonic Lodge #657 (11-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1 to C-3 for 4603 Southwest Drive (11-0)
• Approved facility usage agreement with Jonesboro Jets, Inc. (11-0)
• Approved facility usage agreement with Shark Wave Aquatics Team (11-0)
• Approved application for FY2023 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (11-0)
• Approved application for FY2023 Safe Streets and Roads for All grants (11-0)
• Held at one reading: Ordinance for traffic signs at designated locations
• Held at one reading: Private club permit for Lemonade House Grille at 237 South Main Street

Public Works Council Committee

The committee will consider several resolutions regarding land acquisitions for city improvements. These include purchasing right-of-way for sidewalks, roads, and drainage. The meeting also includes an ordinance to update fence regulations.

• Ordinance to repeal and replace Section 117-329 regarding fences
• Professional services agreement with W. William Graham, Jr., Inc. for Craighead Technology Park
• Right-of-way purchase at 1701 S Culberhouse Street for sidewalk improvements
• Right-of-way purchase at 3228 S Caraway Road for roadway improvements
• Right-of-way purchases for drainage improvements on Oakbrook Drive and S Caraway Road

The Public Works Council Committee recommended several resolutions to the City Council regarding right-of-way acquisitions for sidewalks, roads, and drainage. A proposed ordinance to update fence regulations was postponed following concerns about property setbacks. The committee also recommended a professional services agreement for the Craighead Technology Park.

• Approved June 6, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Postponed ORD-23:030 regarding fence regulations (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:106 professional services agreement with W. William Graham, Jr., Inc. (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:108 right-of-way purchase at 1701 S Culberhouse Street for sidewalks (5-0, 1 recused)
• Recommended RES-23:114 right-of-way purchase at 3228 S Caraway Road for roadway improvements (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:115 right-of-way purchase at 2300 Oakbrook Drive for drainage improvements (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:116 right-of-way purchase on S Caraway Road for drainage improvements (6-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a final subdivision for Jackson Apple Hills Phase I. The agenda also includes a request for manufactured housing at 3025 N. Church Street and a rezoning request for 5213 E. Nettleton Ave.

• Jackson Apple Hills Phase I: Final subdivision of 29 lots on 7.84 acres on Jonathan Drive
• 3025 N. Church Street: Conditional use request for manufactured housing units
• 5213 E. Nettleton Ave.: Rezoning from RS-4 to RS-7 single family residential

The Commission approved a 29-lot final subdivision plat and a residential rezoning request. A conditional use request for manufactured housing was tabled.

• Approved May 23, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved final subdivision plat for Jackson Apple Hills Phase I, 29 lots on 7.84 acres (5-0)
• Tabled conditional use request for manufactured housing at 3025 N. Church Street (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5213 East Nettleton Ave. from RS-4 to RS-7 (5-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider resolutions for facility usage agreements with Jonesboro Jets, Inc. and Shark Wave Aquatics Team. The committee will also review authorizations for federal grant applications regarding bulletproof vests and safe streets.

• Facility usage agreement with Jonesboro Jets, Inc.
• Facility usage agreement with Shark Wave Aquatics Team
• FY2023 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant application
• FY2023 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant application

The Finance & Administration Council Committee approved the May 30, 2023, meeting minutes. The committee recommended four resolutions to the City Council, including facility usage agreements and federal grant applications for police equipment and road safety.

• Approved May 30, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended facility usage agreement with Jonesboro Jets, Inc. to Council (6-0)
• Recommended facility usage agreement with Shark Wave Aquatics Team to Council (6-0)
• Recommended application for FY2023 Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant (6-0)
• Recommended application for FY2023 Safe Streets and Roads for All grant (6-0)

Public Services Council Committee

The Public Services Council Committee will review minutes from the April 18, 2023, meeting. The agenda also includes monthly updates regarding Jets and Parks and Recreation. No new business or pending items are listed for this meeting.

• Approval of April 18, 2023, meeting minutes (MIN-23:041)
• Monthly update from Jets (COM-23:022)
• Monthly update from Parks and Recreation (COM-23:023)

The committee approved the minutes from the April 18, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental updates regarding public transit and parks and recreation.

• Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Nominating and Rules Committee

The committee will consider a resolution for board and commission appointments recommended by Mayor Harold Copenhaver. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the March 21, 2023, special called meeting.

• Resolution RES-23:107 regarding board and commission appointments and reappointments
• Approval of minutes for the March 21, 2023, committee meeting

The Nominating and Rules Committee approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. The committee also recommended a resolution to make appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions as proposed by Mayor Harold Copenhaver.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended RES-23:107 regarding board and commission appointments to Council (3-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to consider several variance requests for residential and commercial properties. Proposed changes include fence heights, driveway widths, and sign dimensions. The board will also review the minutes from the May 16, 2023, meeting.

• Variance for a 12’ sign at 5408 Southwest Drive
• Variance for a driveway wider than 40’ at 6001 Frederricksburg Drive
• Variance for an existing 60x80 storage shed at 4104 Raider Road
• Variance for a reduced front setback at 2238 Addison Cove
• Variance for the location of an accessory building at 1105 Sandino Drive

The Board approved variance requests for three 6-foot fences in street-facing yards and one reduced front setback for a home. Requests for an accessory building location and a chat driveway were denied.

• Approved 6' tall fence variance at 3603 Oak Vista Drive (3-0)
• Approved 6' tall fence variance at 1313 Layman Drive (3-0)
• Approved 6' tall fence variance at 4421 Jenni Lane (3-0)
• Approved reduced front setback variance at 2238 Addison Cove (3-0)
• Denied accessory building location variance at 1105 Sandino Drive (0-3)
• Denied chat driveway variance at 704 Valley Drive (0-3)
• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will review a resolution to condemn the property at 405 State St. and discuss a police pay and retention plan with Chief Rick Elliot. The meeting also includes an ordinance regarding traffic sign placement and a mosquito control report.

• Ordinance ORD-23:027 for placing various traffic signs at designated locations
• Resolution RES-23:104 to condemn property at 405 State St.
• Discussion on police pay and retention plan with Chief Rick Elliot
• Vector mosquito control report for May 2022

The committee approved the May 16 meeting minutes and recommended two items to the City Council: an ordinance for new traffic signs and a resolution to condemn a property on State Street. Mayor Harold Copenhaver and Finance Director Steve Purtee presented data on police pay and retention, with a five-year compensation plan expected next month.

• Approved May 16, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended ORD-23:027 for traffic signs to Council (5-0)
• Recommended RES-23:104 to condemn 405 State St. to Council (5-0)

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will consider rezoning 4603 Southwest Drive and several property condemnations. The council will also review updates to city purchasing guidelines and traffic sign placement.

• Rezoning of 4603 Southwest Drive from R-1 to C-3
• Purchase of right-of-way at 2301 Oakbrook for drainage improvements
• Resolutions to condemn properties on Airport Road, Mockingbird Cove, Sweetheart Lane, and Warren Street
• Ordinance to update city purchasing guidelines
• Ordinance to place traffic signs at designated locations

The City Council approved resolutions to condemn three properties and authorized a request for free utility services for city-owned property. The council also approved the purchase of additional right-of-way for drainage improvements at 2301 Oakbrook.

• Approved purchase of additional right-of-way at 2301 Oakbrook for drainage improvements (11-0)
• Approved request for free utility services from City Water and Light for city-owned property (10-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved condemnation of property at 305 Airport Road (11-0)
• Approved condemnation of property at 309 Mockingbird Cove (11-0)
• Approved condemnation of property at 812 Sweetheart Lane (11-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission has been postponed. The agenda included a rezoning request for 5213 East Nettleton Ave., but no action was taken.

• Rezoning request: 5213 East Nettleton Ave. from RS-4 to RS-7

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider resolutions regarding city property and utilities. One proposal involves purchasing additional right-of-way at 2301 Oakbrook for drainage work. Another seeks free utility services from City Water and Light for city-owned property.

• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 2301 Oakbrook for drainage improvements
• Request for free utility services from City Water and Light for city-owned property
• Approval of May 2, 2023, meeting minutes

The Public Works Council Committee recommended two resolutions to the City Council. These include the purchase of additional right-of-way for drainage and a request for free utility services for city-owned property.

• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended to Council purchase of right-of-way at 2301 Oakbrook for drainage improvements (6-0)
• Recommended to Council request for free utility services for city-owned property (6-0)

City Council

The Public Works Council Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding grant applications, service agreements, and vehicle purchases. The committee will also consider ordinances related to zoning boundary changes and city purchasing guidelines.

• Resolution to apply for the FY2023 AmeriCorps Vista Program grant
• Resolution to apply for the FY2024 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant
• Resolution to accept a federal transit grant for the Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET)
• Resolution to contract with Brackett Kennerich & Associates, P.A. for architectural services
• Resolution to purchase two new vehicles for the transit department (JET)

The City Council approved the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Action Plan and updated the Downtown Jonesboro Development Code. One property at 200 Royale Drive was rezoned from R-1 to C-3. Several grant applications and service contracts were passed via the consent agenda.

• Approved 2023-2024 CDBG Action Plan (10-0)
• Approved repeal and replacement of sections of Downtown Jonesboro Development Code (10-0)
• Approved rezoning of 200 Royale Drive from R-1 to C-3 (10-0)
• Approved application for FY2023 AmeriCorps VISTA program grant
• Approved application for FY2024 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant
• Approved agreement with U.S. DOT for FY2018 Section 5307 formula grant for JET
• Approved architectural services contract with Brackett Kennerich & Associates, P.A.
• Approved purchase of two new vehicles for the Transit Department (JET)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The committee will consider several resolutions regarding federal and state grants. It will also review architectural services for the Congress Cove Building and a vehicle purchase for the transit department.

• Grant applications for AmeriCorps VISTA and Arkansas State Police STEP programs
• Agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation for the Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET)
• Approval of the 2023-2024 CDBG Action Plan
• Architectural services agreement with Brackett Kennerich & Associates, P.A.
• Purchase of two new vehicles for the transit department (JET)

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended five resolutions to the full Council, including grant applications for AmeriCorps and traffic enforcement. The committee also recommended approving the 2023-2024 CDBG Action Plan and architectural services for the Congress Cove building.

• Recommended to Council application for FY2023 AmeriCorps VISTA program grant (5-0)
• Recommended to Council application for FY2024 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program grant (5-0)
• Recommended to Council agreement with FTA for FY2018 Section 5307 formula grant for JET (5-0)
• Recommended to Council the 2023-2024 CDBG Action Plan and budget (5-0)
• Recommended to Council agreement with Brackett Kennerich & Associates for architectural services at Congress Cove (5-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a site plan for a 130,000 sq. ft. storage complex on Woodsprings Road. The commission will also review a request to rezone 0.36 acres at 4603 Southwest Drive from single-family residential to general commercial.

• Site plan for Woodsprings Road Storage Complex (130,000 sq. ft.)
• Rezoning request for 4603 Southwest Drive from R-1 to C-3

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission approved a site plan for a storage complex on Woodsprings Road. The commission also approved a rezoning request for a property on Southwest Drive to allow for commercial use.

• Approved site plan for Woodsprings Road Storage Complex (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4603 Southwest Drive from R-1 to C-3 (4-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments is reviewing several applications for property variances in Jonesboro. These include requests regarding sign guidelines, lot width, lot coverage, and lot depth. The board will also approve the minutes from the April 18 meeting.

• Sign guideline variance at 5601 East Highland Drive
• Reduced lot width and area variance at 5213 East Nettleton Avenue
• Increased lot coverage variance on Woodsprings Road
• Reduced lot depth variance at 4603 Southwest Drive

The Board approved variances for a monument sign at 5601 East Highland Drive, lot coverage for mini storage on Woodsprings Road, and lot depth at 4603 Southwest Drive. A request for reduced lot width and area at 5213 East Nettleton Avenue was denied.

• Approved variance for 10ft monument sign at 5601 East Highland Drive (3-0)
• Denied variance for reduced lot width and area at 5213 East Nettleton Avenue (3-0)
• Approved variance for 70% lot coverage for mini storage on Woodsprings Road (3-0)
• Approved variance for reduced minimum lot depth at 4603 Southwest Drive (3-0)
• Approved April 18, 2023 BZA Minutes (3-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will review resolutions introduced by Code Enforcement to condemn properties at 305 Airport Road, 309 Mockingbird Cove, 812 Sweetheart Lane, and 1204 Warren Street. The meeting also includes an update on mosquito surveillance and control from Vector Disease Control, Inc.

• Resolution to condemn property at 305 Airport Road
• Resolution to condemn property at 309 Mockingbird Cove
• Resolution to condemn property at 812 Sweetheart Lane
• Resolution to condemn property at 1204 Warren Street
• Update on mosquito surveillance and control from Vector Disease Control, Inc.

The Public Safety Council Committee voted to recommend the condemnation of four specific properties to the City Council. The committee also received a mosquito control update and discussed police staffing shortages and competitive pay.

• Approved minutes from April 18, 2023 (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 305 Airport Road (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 309 Mockingbird Cove (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 812 Sweetheart Lane (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 1204 Warren Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions including sidewalk easements, street overlay funding, and contracts for park facilities. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding purchasing guidelines, traffic signs, and various zoning boundary amendments.

• Sidewalk improvements at 2301 S Culberhouse Street
• Sidewalk improvements at 1817 S Culberhouse Street
• Street overlay funding and contract amendment with Atlas Asphalt, Inc.
• Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Joe Mack Campbell Park restroom and concession stand
• Agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation for Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET)

The City Council approved a consent agenda including sidewalk easements, street overlay funding, and park improvements. The council also voted to condemn a property on Parkview Street and authorized equipment agreements with Axon Group, Inc.

• Approved permanent construction easements for sidewalks at 2301 and 1817 S Culberhouse Street
• Approved funds for additional street overlays and amended contract with Atlas Asphalt, Inc.
• Approved contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Joe Mack Campbell Park restrooms and concession stand
• Approved agreement with U.S. Department of Transportation for Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET) grant
• Approved two agreements with Axon Group, Inc. for equipment and services, waiving competitive bidding
• Approved condemnation of property at 413 Parkview St. (Owner: Sandhill Property Management, LLC)
• Approved May 2, 2023 meeting minutes

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Metropolitan Area Planning Commission was cancelled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of submittals.

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider several resolutions regarding grant applications and city contracts. Items include updates to purchasing guidelines and agreements for transit system funding. The committee will also review a contract for new facilities at Joe Mack Campbell Park.

• Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for restrooms and a concession stand at Joe Mack Campbell Park
• Ordinance to update city purchasing guidelines per state legislative changes
• Resolutions to accept Federal Transit Administration grants for the Jonesboro Economical Transit System (JET)
• Resolution to apply for federal COPS hiring program funds through the DOJ
• Resolutions to waive competitive bidding for additional Axon Group, Inc. equipment

The committee recommended an ordinance to update purchasing guidelines to align with state procedures, increasing the low-end purchase threshold from $1,000 to $2,000. Several grant applications and a park contract were recommended to Council, while a police hiring program application was postponed indefinitely.

• Recommended to Council: Update purchasing guidelines to reflect state legislative procedures (5-0)
• Postponed Indefinitely: Application for FY2023 COPS hiring program through U.S. Dept of Justice (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Contract with Bailey Contractors, Inc. for Joe Mack Campbell Park restrooms and concession stand (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Application for FY23 Recreational Trail Program funds for Lacy Park (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Agreement with FTA for FY2020 Section 5339 formula grant for JET (5-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee is reviewing ordinances for traffic signage and updates to the Downtown Jonesboro Development Code. The committee is also considering resolutions regarding sidewalk construction easements and funding for street overlays.

• ORD-23:022: Ordinance for various traffic signs
• ORD-23:023: Ordinance to repeal and replace sections of the Downtown Jonesboro Development Code
• RES-23:080: Permanent construction easement at 2301 S Culberhouse Street for sidewalk improvements
• RES-23:081: Permanent construction easement at 1817 S Culberhouse Street for sidewalk improvements
• RES-23:082: Resolution to allocate funds for street overlays and amend the Atlas Asphalt, Inc. contract

The Public Works Council Committee recommended to the full council an ordinance to allocate additional funds for street overlays and amend the contract with Atlas Asphalt, Inc. for the 2023 asphalt milling and overlays project. The committee also recommended approval of two ordinances: one to place various traffic signs at designated locations, and another to repeal and replace sections of the Downtown Jonesboro Development Code to allow a financial institution drive-through and adjust building heights. Two resolutions accepting permanent construction easements at 2301 and 1817 S. Culberhouse Street for sidewalk improvements were also recommended. All items passed 6-0 with one absent.

• Recommended to council: allocate funds for additional street overlays and amend contract with Atlas Asphalt, Inc. (6-0)
• Recommended to council: place various traffic signs at designated locations (6-0)
• Recommended to council: repeal and replace sections of Downtown Jonesboro Development Code to allow one financial institution drive-through and adjust building heights (6-0)
• Recommended to council: accept permanent construction easement at 2301 S. Culberhouse Street for sidewalk improvements (6-0)
• Recommended to council: accept permanent construction easement at 1817 S. Culberhouse Street for sidewalk improvements (6-0)
• Approved minutes of April 4, 2023 Public Works Committee meeting (6-0)

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council is reviewing several ordinances regarding zoning changes and territory annexation. The meeting also includes resolutions to place municipal liens on three properties and the approval of a private club application for a restaurant.

• Rezoning 200 Royale Drive from R-1 to C-3
• KPOT Jonesboro, Inc. restaurant private club application at 2312 E. Parker Road
• Rezoning Wimpy Lane from R-1 to RS-8
• Rezoning the intersection of S. Caraway Road and Stadium Boulevard from R-1 to C-3
• Municipal liens for $5,107.25 at 219 Miller, $5,298.46 at 607 S. Culberhouse, and $4,807.24 at 1301 W. Huntington

The City Council approved an ordinance to place traffic signs at designated locations. The council also approved three resolutions to place municipal liens on specific properties for unpaid amounts.

• Approved ordinance to place various traffic signs at designated locations (11-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $5,107.25 on 219 Miller (11-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $5,298.46 on 607 S. Culberhouse (11-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $4,807.24 on 1301 W. Huntington (11-0)
• Held ORD-23:024 (zoning change for 200 Royale Drive) at one reading
• Held ORD-23:016 (annexation of territory) at second reading
• Held ORD-23:018 (KPOT Jonesboro, Inc. private club application) at second reading
• Held ORD-23:019 and ORD-23:020 (zoning changes) at second reading

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will consider a rezoning request from Horizon Land Surveying. The proposal seeks to change the land use from R-1 single-family medium density to C-3 general commercial with a limited use overlay.

• RZ-23-07: Rezoning request for 2.28 acres east of 200 Royale Drive

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission approved a rezoning request for a property east of 200 Royale Drive. The land was changed from R-1 single-family medium density to C-3 general commercial with a limited use overlay.

• Approved rezoning of 2.28 acres at Royale Drive from R-1 to C-3 L.U.O. (7-0)
• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review resolutions to place municipal liens on properties at 219 Miller, 607 S Culberhouse, and 1301 W Huntington. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the April 11, 2023, committee meeting.

• Resolution to place a $5107.25 lien on 219 Miller
• Resolution to place a $5,298.46 lien on 607 S Culberhouse
• Resolution to place a $4,807.24 lien on 1301 W Huntington

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended three resolutions to place municipal liens on specific properties for unpaid costs. These recommendations will be sent to the City Council for final action.

• Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended to Council municipal lien of $5,107.25 for 219 Miller (5-0)
• Recommended to Council municipal lien of $5,298.46 for 607 S. Culberhouse (5-0)
• Recommended to Council municipal lien of $4,807.24 for 1301 W. Huntington (5-0)

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting. The agenda includes monthly updates regarding Jets and Parks and Recreation.

• Approval of March 21, 2023 minutes
• Monthly update from Jets
• Monthly update from Parks and Recreation

The committee approved the minutes from the March 21, 2023, meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental updates regarding transit ridership, park programming, and infrastructure projects.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee is reviewing proposed resolutions to condemn properties at 413 Parkview St., 1907 Irby St., and 2034 N. Church St. These resolutions were introduced by Code Enforcement.

• Resolution to condemn 413 Parkview St.
• Resolution to condemn 1907 Irby St.
• Resolution to condemn 2034 N. Church St.

The Public Safety Council Committee recommended three resolutions to the City Council to condemn specific properties. The committee also discussed resident concerns regarding speeding on Winged Foot Lane.

• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 413 Parkview St. to Council (4-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 1907 Irby St. to Council (4-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 2034 N. Church St. to Council (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions and ordinances including a property purchase on North Patrick Street and various zoning changes. The meeting also includes discussions on administrative fee updates and private club permits.

• Resolution to purchase 9 acres at 805 North Patrick from Bear Valley Church of Christ
• Resolution to waive competitive bidding for repairs to city-owned industrial track
• Resolution for architectural services for turf renovations at Joe Mack Campbell Park
• Ordinance to change zoning on Wimpy Lane from R-1 to RS-8
• Ordinance to change zoning at South Caraway Road and Stadium Boulevard from R-1 to C-3 LUO

The City Council approved the purchase of property at 805 North Patrick from Bear Valley Church of Christ. Several private club permits for alcohol were granted, and a resolution to repair city-owned industrial track was passed. The council also approved architectural services for Joe Mack Campbell Park turf renovations.

• Approved purchase of property at 805 North Patrick from Bear Valley Church of Christ (9-0)
• Approved private club permit for Casa Blanca Mexican Grill at 3410 East Johnson Ave (9-0)
• Approved private club permit for Elm Street Sports Club at 217 Olympic Dr (9-0)
• Approved private club permit for Aggie Road Sports Club at 208 Olympic Dr (9-0)
• Approved resolution to repair city-owned industrial track (9-0)
• Approved architectural services for Joe Mack Campbell Park turf renovations (9-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Senator John Boozman for Municipal Center office space (9-0)
• Approved vacation and abandonment of right-of-way along Judy Street (9-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board will consider six variance applications involving signage, fences, setbacks, and lot requirements. These items include requests for residential swimming pools and commercial building additions.

• Signage variance for 912 Southwest Drive
• Fence height variance for 805 East Oak Avenue
• Side setback reduction for JPS pre-k building at 210 East Johnson Avenue
• Lot size and setback variances for 116 West Gordon
• Residential swimming pool setback variance for 3214 Windover Garden Circle

The Board of Zoning Adjustments approved four variance requests regarding signage, building setbacks, and pool placement. One item was removed from the agenda at the applicant's request.

• Approved variance for electronic message centers on a clock tower at 912 Southwest Drive (3-0)
• Approved reduced side setback for JPS pre-k building addition at 210 East Johnson Avenue (3-0)
• Approved variances for front/rear setbacks, lot depth, and lot size at 116 West Gordon (3-0)
• Approved 3ft variance for a residential swimming pool at 3214 Windover Garden Circle (3-0)
• Approved March 21, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Removed variance request for 805 East Oak Avenue from agenda per applicant request

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider resolutions regarding architectural services for Joe Mack Campbell Park and a lease agreement with Senator John Boozman. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Architectural services proposal from Brackett Kennerich & Associates, P.A. for Joe Mack Campbell Park turf renovations
• Lease agreement with Senator John Boozman for office space in the Municipal Center
• Approval of March 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The committee recommended two resolutions to the City Council: one for architectural services for Joe Mack Campbell Park and another for an office lease with Senator John Boozman. The committee also received a status update on the revenue bond process and various infrastructure projects.

• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended to Council agreement with Brackett Kennerich & Associates for Joe Mack Campbell Park turf renovations (5-0)
• Recommended to Council lease agreement with Senator John Boozman for Municipal Center office space (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will review two rezoning applications. These include a request to change residential density on Wimpy Lane and a move to commercial use near Stadium Boulevard.

• Rezoning request for 37.85 acres on Wimpy Lane from R-1 to RS-8
• Rezoning request for 1.21 acres at South Caraway Road and Stadium Boulevard to C-3 LUO
• Approval of March 28, 2023, meeting minutes

The commission approved a rezoning request for a 37.85-acre parcel on Wimpy Lane to allow for higher-density residential lots. A second request to rezone 1.21 acres at South Caraway Road and Stadium Boulevard to general commercial use was also approved.

• Approved rezoning of 37.85 acres on Wimpy Lane from R-1 to RS-8 with conditions (5-4)
• Approved rezoning of 1.21 acres at S. Caraway and Stadium Blvd from R-1 to C-3 LUO with conditions (8-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will consider an ordinance for territory annexation and a resolution regarding an indemnification agreement with The Downtown Jonesboro Alliance. Additionally, the committee will review a request to waive competitive bidding for repairs to city-owned industrial track.

• Annexation of certain territory (ORD-23:016)
• Indemnification agreement with Circa 1859, Inc., d/b/a The Downtown Jonesboro Alliance (RES-23:060)
• Waiver of competitive bidding for city-owned industrial track repairs (RES-23:066)

The Public Works Council Committee recommended three items for full City Council approval, including a residential annexation request and an emergency rail repair. The committee also approved the minutes from the March 7, 2023 meeting.

• Approved March 7, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended annexation of Turner property (ORD-23:016) to Council (5-1)
• Recommended indemnification agreement with Downtown Jonesboro Alliance (RES-23:060) to Council (6-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding for industrial track repairs (RES-23:066) to Council (6-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several resolutions regarding federal grant applications for law enforcement and transportation. The agenda also includes multiple resolutions for land acquisition from Tom Gambill and various ordinances regarding zoning, traffic signs, and private club permits.

• Resolution to acquire property at 101 West Forrest from Tom Gambill
• Resolution to acquire property at 102 Woodrow from Tom Gambill
• Resolution to acquire property at 100 Woodrow from Tom Gambill
• Application for FY2023 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program grant
• Application for US Department of Transportation FY23 Buses and Bus Facilities Grant Program

The City Council approved the acquisition of three properties from Tom Gambill and authorized several grant applications. The council also passed ordinances regarding traffic signs, administrative fees, and a zoning change for properties on E. Highland Drive.

• Approved acquisition of 101 West Forrest from Tom Gambill (11-0)
• Approved acquisition of 102 Woodrow from Tom Gambill (11-0)
• Approved acquisition of 100 Woodrow from Tom Gambill (11-0)
• Approved rezoning of 4902 and 4904 E. Highland Drive to CR-1 Commercial Residence Mixed Use (11-0)
• Approved ordinances for traffic sign placement (ORD-23:006 and ORD-23:007) (11-0)
• Approved update to administrative fees for environmental deficiencies (11-0)
• Approved grant applications for body-worn cameras, buses and bus facilities, and low/no emission programs (11-0)
• Held private club permits for Casa Blanca Mexican Grill, Elm Street Sports Club, and Aggie Road Sports Club at second reading

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review several proposed resolutions. These include applications for federal grants related to body-worn cameras, bus facilities, and low or no emission programs.

• Resolution to provide a letter of credit to the Arkansas Department of Energy and Environment, Division of Environmental Quality
• Resolution to apply for the FY2023 Body-Worn Camera Policy and Implementation Program through the U.S. Department of Justice
• Resolution to apply for the U.S. Department of Transportation FY23 Buses and Bus Facilities Grant Program
• Resolution to apply for the U.S. Department of Transportation FY23 Low or No Emission Grant Program

The committee recommended four resolutions to the City Council, including three grant applications for police equipment and transit improvements. It also recommended a resolution regarding a letter of credit for landfill maintenance.

• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended RES-23:062 regarding a letter of credit for the Division of Environmental Quality (5-0)
• Recommended RES-23:063 to apply for a DOJ body-worn camera grant (5-0)
• Recommended RES-23:064 to apply for a DOT buses and bus facilities grant (5-0)
• Recommended RES-23:065 to apply for a DOT low or no emission grant (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a four-lot subdivision south of Paula and Parker Drive. The commission will also consider a proposed storage complex on Woodsprings Road and a sidewalk in lieu payment for Stadium Blvd.

• $11,475.73 sidewalk in lieu payment for 229.27 l.f. along Stadium Blvd.
• Parker Hollow subdivision: 4 lots on 31.34 acres south of Paula and Parker Drive
• Woodsprings Road conditional use: proposed storage complex in C-3 district

The commission approved a conditional use permit for a gated mini-storage complex on Woodsprings Road and a subdivision plat for Parker Hollow. A request for a sidewalk in lieu fee for Cavenaugh Auto Group was also approved.

• Approved $11,475.73 sidewalk in lieu fee for 3311 Stadium Blvd (6-0)
• Approved Parker Hollow subdivision plat for 4 lots (5-1)
• Approved conditional use permit for storage complex on Woodsprings Road (4-3)
• Approved March 14, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)

Nominating and Rules Committee

The Nominating and Rules Committee is meeting to review resolutions for board and commission appointments recommended by Mayor Harold Copenhaver. The committee will also approve minutes from the January 3, 2023, meeting.

• Resolution RES-23:061 regarding appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions
• Approval of minutes for the January 3, 2023, committee meeting

The Nominating and Rules Committee approved the minutes from January 3, 2023. The committee also recommended a resolution to the City Council regarding appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions as recommended by Mayor Harold Copenhaver.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Recommended RES-23:061 board and commission appointments to Council (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions, including the allocation of $1,306,525 in ARPA funds for equipment. The agenda also includes ordinances regarding private club permits and the condemnation of specific properties.

• Allocation of $1,306,525 from American Rescue Plan funds for public safety, radio, engineering, and information systems equipment
• Resolution to apply for a federal SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing
• Resolution to authorize a contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Taser training equipment and services
• Resolution to waive competitive bidding for a city pickup truck purchase
• Public hearing regarding the abandonment of right-of-way on Judy Street

The City Council approved several public safety equipment purchases and the condemnation of three residential and commercial properties. The council also authorized board appointments and the abandonment of a right-of-way along undeveloped Bonaparte Cove.

• Allocated $1,306,525 in ARPA funds for public safety, radio, engineering, and information systems equipment (11-0)
• Condemned property at 223 Miller St. (11-0)
• Condemned property at 716 W Washington Ave. (11-0)
• Condemned property at 5306 E. Nettleton Ave. (11-0)
• Approved abandonment of right-of-way along undeveloped Bonaparte Cove (11-0)
• Approved appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions (9-0, 2 abstentions)
• Authorized application for FY22 SAFER grant for fire and emergency response (11-0)
• Waived competitive bidding for Flock Group, Inc. equipment and Axon Enterprises training equipment (11-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider an ordinance regarding the placement of various traffic signs at locations determined by the Traffic Control Committee. The meeting also includes a review of previous minutes from February 21, 2023.

• ORD-23:010: Ordinance to place various traffic signs at designated locations

The Public Safety Council Committee recommended an ordinance to place traffic signs at locations determined by the Traffic Control Committee. Members also requested an update on the 2023 mosquito control plan for the next meeting.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Recommended ORD-23:010 regarding traffic sign placement to Council (6-0)

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will receive an update regarding the Shooting Sports Complex. It will also review monthly progress reports from Parks & Recreation and the Jet Transit System.

• Shooting Sports Complex update
• Monthly update from Parks & Recreation
• Monthly update from Jet Transit System
• Approval of February 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The committee approved the minutes from the February 21, 2023 meeting. The remainder of the session consisted of departmental updates regarding the shooting sports complex, parks and recreation programs, and JETS transit operations.

• Approved February 21, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board of Zoning Adjustments will meet to consider multiple variance applications. These requests include permissions for signage, gravel drives, fences, and accessory buildings across various residential and commercial districts.

• Signage variance for 912 Southwest Drive
• Driveway variances for 6321 Evan Drive and Marie Circle
• Fence height variances for 1423 Virginia Drive, 805 East Oak Avenue, and 913 Brownstone Drive
• Gravel drive variance for 6515 C.W. Post Road
• Side setback variance for 210 East Johnson Avenue

The Board approved several variance requests for residential and commercial fencing and driveways. Two requests were tabled to allow for further coordination with neighbors or professional consultation. One request was not heard as the applicant did not attend.

• Approved February 28, 2023 BZA minutes (4-0)
• Approved two drive entrances at 6321 Evan Drive (4-0)
• Tabled gravel drive variance at Marie Circle (4-0)
• Approved 6ft tall fence at 1423 Virginia Drive (4-0)
• Approved 6ft tall fence at 913 Brownstone Drive (4-0)
• Approved gravel emergency fire road at 6515 C.W. Post Road with fencing/gate stipulation (4-0)
• Tabled side setback reduction for JPS pre-k building at 210 East Johnson Avenue (4-0)
• Approved fence picket orientation variance at 1802 Roy Street (4-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing several resolutions regarding public safety funding and equipment. Items include a federal grant application for fire staffing and the allocation of ARPA funds for various city systems.

• Resolution to apply for a US Department of Homeland Security SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing
• Resolution to waive competitive bidding for an agreement with Flock Group, Inc. for equipment and services
• Resolution to waive competitive bidding for a contract with Axon Enterprises, Inc. for Taser training equipment
• Resolution to allocate $1,306,525 of American Rescue Plan Act funds for public safety, radio, engineering, and information systems equipment

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended several resolutions to the full Council, including a major allocation of federal ARPA funds for safety and information systems. The committee also approved recommendations for police training equipment and license plate reader services.

• Recommended allocation of $1,306,525 in ARPA funds for public safety, radio, engineering, and information systems equipment (5-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding for Flock Group, Inc. license plate reader equipment and services (5-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding for Axon Enterprises, Inc. VR training equipment for tasers (5-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding for the purchase of a pickup truck (5-0)
• Recommended applying for a DHS FY22 SAFER grant for fire and emergency response staffing (5-0)
• Approved February 28, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission will review requests regarding sidewalk fees and land use. One item involves a payment for sidewalk construction along Stadium Blvd. Another request seeks approval for an accessory dwelling unit at 608 Eason Avenue.

• Sidewalk 'In Lieu' fee of $27,128.90 for 3021 MLK Jr. Drive
• Conditional use request for an accessory dwelling unit at 608 Eason Avenue

The Commission approved a sidewalk in lieu fee for a truck center development. A request for a conditional use permit for an accessory dwelling unit was denied and referred to the Board of Zoning Appeals.

• Approved Feb. 28, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved $27,128.90 sidewalk in lieu fee for 3021 MLK Jr. Drive (7-0)
• Denied conditional use for accessory dwelling unit at 608 Eason Avenue (0-7)

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee will meet at the Municipal Center. The agenda includes a call to order, roll call by City Clerk April Leggett, and the approval of minutes from the February 7, 2023, meeting.

• Approval of minutes for the February 07, 2023, meeting

The committee met to officially record a change in board membership. Janice Porter was approved to replace L.J. Bryant on the Stormwater Management Board.

• Approved minutes from February 07, 2023 meeting (6-0)
• Approved replacement of L.J. Bryant with Janice Porter on the Stormwater Management Board (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hear a State of the City address from Mayor HaroldCopenhaver. The agenda includes several resolutions regarding municipal liens on various properties, a contract for mountain bike trials, and zoning changes.

• Contract with Rock Solid Trail Contracting, LLC for Craighead Forest mountain bike trials
• Municipal lien for $5,297.76 at 910 Hope Street
• Municipal lien for $8,336.48 at 3406 Meador
• Municipal lien for $9,286.80 at 4405 & 4407 Janice
• Rezoning of 4902 and 4904 E. Highland Drive from R-1 to CR-1

The City Council approved a rezoning request for property at 804 Belt to allow for a consistent multi-family site plan. The council also approved several municipal liens, a contract for mountain bike trails, and an update to the Public Facilities Board's powers.

• Approved rezoning of 804 Belt from R-1 and R-3 to RM-12 (7-5)
• Approved contract with Rock Solid Trail Contracting, LLC for Craighead Forest Mountain Bike Trials
• Approved intergovernmental agreement to increase annual jail fees by $250,000 (12-0)
• Approved expanding powers of the City of Jonesboro Public Facilities Board (11-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved modifying interest rate on taxable economic development revenue bonds for Colson Caster project (12-0)
• Approved municipal liens on properties at 416 Forrest, 501 E Allen, 513 Marshall, 910 Hope, 1403 Oakhurst, 1654 W Matthews, 2106 Cotton, 2501 Mary Jane, 3406 Meador, 3500 Fairview, and 4405/4407 Janice
• Approved change order with iWORQ Systems to increase storage capacity
• Approved public hearing for right-of-way abandonment along Judy Street (12-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Board will consider seven appeal cases regarding property variances. These requests involve building locations, fence heights, signage, and landscape buffer requirements.

• VR-23-03: Accessory building location at 1105 Sandino Drive
• VR-23-04: 6' tall street facing fence at 5004 Prospect Farm Road
• VR-23-05: Overlay district requirements at 3311 South Stadium Boulevard - KIA
• VR-23-06: Overlay district signage at 3315 South Stadium Boulevard - Hyundai
• VR-23-07: Landscape buffer reduction at Greensborough Village

The Board approved several variance requests for residential fences, commercial landscaping buffers, and right-of-way requirements. One request for a KIA dealership was partially approved, with the board requiring a reworked sign design.

• Approved 6’ tall fence variance at 5004 Prospect Farm Road (4-0)
• Approved building materials and landscape buffer variances for 3311 South Stadium Blvd (KIA), but denied sign height request (3-0)
• Tabled variance request for 3315 South Stadium Blvd (Hyundai) (3-0)
• Approved reduction of side landscape buffer from 10' to 5' at Greensborough Village (4-0)
• Approved variance for Madison Avenue right-of-way minimum (4-0)
• Approved reduction of front landscape buffer from 25' to 15' at Hudson Drive and Visions Avenue (3-0)
• Approved replacement of 8’ tall fence at 1815 Ivy Point Cove (4-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing several land use applications. These include a preliminary subdivision for 11 lots in Harrison Hills Phase 2 and a rezoning request for properties at 4902 and 4904 East Highland Drive. The commission will also consider a conditional use permit for an accessory building on Kellers Chapel Road.

• Preliminary subdivision of 11 lots at Harrison Hills Phase 2
• Conditional use for a 1,600 square foot accessory building at 2300 Kellers Chapel Road
• Rezoning request for 4902 and 4904 East Highland Drive to CR-1 district

The Commission approved a preliminary subdivision for 11 lots at Harrison Hills Phase 2. It also granted conditional use for an accessory building on Kellers Chapel Road and approved a rezoning request for properties on East Highland Drive.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)
• Approved preliminary subdivision for Harrison Hills Phase 2, 11 lots on 3.73 +/- acres (6-0)
• Approved conditional use for 1,600 sq ft accessory building at 2300 Kellers Chapel Road (4-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1.84 acres at 4902 & 4904 East Highland Drive to CR-1 Commercial Residence Mixed Use District (6-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing several resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties. The committee will also consider authorizing the Mayor to enter into a change order with iWorq Systems to increase storage capacity.

• Municipal lien for 416 Forrest in the amount of $390
• Municipal lien for 501 E Allen in the amount of $165
• Municipal lien for 513 Marshall in the amount of $323
• Municipal lien for 910 Hope Street in the amount of $5,297.76
• Municipal lien for 4405 & 4407 Janice in the amount of $9,286.80

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended several municipal liens for cleanup and demolition costs to the City Council. The committee also recommended a change order to increase data storage capacity for iWORQ Systems.

• Approved February 14, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 416 Forrest for $390 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 501 E Allen for $165 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 513 Marshall for $323 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 910 Hope Street for $5,297.76 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 1403 Oakhurst for $965 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 1654 W Matthews for $165 (5-0)
• Recommended municipal lien at 2106 Cotton Street for $265 (5-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The scheduled meeting for the Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments was postponed. The agenda included several variance requests regarding landscaping, signage, and fences.

• Variance for accessory building location at 1105 Sandino Drive
• Variance for a 6’ fence at 5004 Prospect Farm Road
• Overlay district requirement variances for KIA and Hyundai on South Stadium Boulevard
• Landscape buffer reduction request for Greensborough Village
• Right-of-way variance along Madison Avenue

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will consider resolutions regarding transit certifications and trail construction. It will also receive updates on Parks & Recreation and the JET transit system.

• Contract with Rock Solid Trail Contracting, LLC for Craighead Forest Mountain Bike Trails
• 2023 Federal Transit Administration certifications for JET
• Parks & Recreation update
• JET transit system update

The Public Services Council Committee recommended two resolutions to the City Council: one for federal transit certifications and another to award a construction contract for the Craighead Forest Mountain Bike Trials. The committee also received updates on grant funding and the JETS transit system.

• Approved minutes from Dec 20, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 17, 2023 (6-0)
• Recommended to Council RES-23:036 for 2023 FTA certifications for JETS (6-0)
• Recommended to Council RES-23:040 to contract Rock Solid Trail Contracting, LLC for Craighead Forest Mountain Bike Trials (6-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will consider several ordinances and resolutions. These include proposals to condemn three properties and update administrative fees for environmental deficiencies. The committee will also review a resolution regarding jail fees with Craighead County.

• Resolutions to condemn properties at 223 Miller St., 716 W Washington Ave., and 5306 E. Nettleton Ave.
• Ordinance to update administrative fees for correcting environmental deficiencies
• Ordinance to place various traffic signs at designated locations
• Resolution authorizing a jail fee agreement between Jonesboro and Craighead County
• Update on mosquito surveillance and control from Vector Disease Control, Inc.

The committee recommended several ordinances regarding traffic signs and administrative fee updates to the City Council. It also recommended the condemnation of three properties and an intergovernmental agreement for jail fees with Craighead County.

• Recommended ORD-23:006 for traffic sign placement (6-0)
• Recommended ORD-23:007 for traffic sign placement (6-0)
• Recommended ORD-23:009 to update administrative fees, amending property cleanup to a $250 minimum and condemnation to a $1,000 minimum (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:037 to condemn 223 Miller St. (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:038 to condemn 716 W Washington Ave. (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:039 to condemn 5306 E. Nettleton Ave. (6-0)
• Recommended RES-23:041 for jail fee agreement with Craighead County (6-0)
• Approved January 17, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will consider resolutions for street asphalt overlays and architectural services for Parker Park. The agenda also includes second and third readings for various rezoning ordinances and the condemnation of several properties. A public hearing regarding a right-of-way abandonment on Bonaparte Cove is also scheduled.

• Contract with Atlas Asphalt Inc. for 2023 street milling and overlays
• Architectural services agreement for Parker Park Community Center pool and restrooms
• Rezoning of 804 Belt from R-1 to RM-12
• Condemnation resolutions for properties on Chestnut St, Forrest St, Logan Ave, Beacon, and Nettleton Ave
• Supplemental agreement with Fisher Arnold, Inc. for the Downtown to ASU connection project

The City Council approved a grant application for the North section of the One Jonesboro Quality of Life and Connectivity Master Plan in partnership with Paragould, Brookland, and two counties. Several property condemnations were approved, while others were postponed indefinitely. Two zoning changes to commercial districts were also passed.

• Approved grant application for One Jonesboro connectivity project (12-0)
• Approved condemnation of 116 Chestnut St. (12-0)
• Approved condemnation of 201 W Forrest St. (12-0)
• Approved condemnation of 3600 Beacon (12-0)
• Postponed condemnation of 904 Logan Ave. indefinitely (12-0)
• Postponed condemnation of 4205 E. Nettleton Ave. indefinitely (12-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1 to C-3 LUO at 5618 South Caraway Road (12-0)
• Approved zoning change from R-1 to C-4 LUO at 1916 Disciple Drive (12-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing a preliminary subdivision and a rezoning request. These items involve changes to land use classifications for properties in the C-3 and C-2 districts.

• Preliminary subdivision of 8.27 acres at 5512 East Johnson avenue
• Rezoning of 4902 & 4904 E. Highland Drive from R-1/C-3 to C-2

The Commission approved a 4-lot preliminary subdivision at 5512 East Johnson Avenue, provided the street name is changed to avoid emergency service confusion. A rezoning request for 4902 and 4904 East Highland Drive was tabled.

• Approved January 10, 2023 minutes (8-0)
• Approved Ridgecrest 4-lot subdivision at 5512 East Johnson Avenue with staff-stated changes (8-0)
• Tabled rezoning request for 4902 & 4904 East Highland Drive from R-1 and C-3 to C-2 (8-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will review several resolutions. These include proposals for architectural services at Parker Park and a change order for city firewall storage. The committee will also consider a two-year lease for a sanitation truck.

• Architectural services agreement for the Parker Park Community Center Pool and Restroom Facility Project
• Change order with Ritter Communications, Inc. to increase firewall storage capacity
• Two-year lease contract for one sanitation rear load truck
• Application for the FY2023 RAISE Grant for the One Jonesboro Master Plan

The Finance & Administration Council Committee recommended four resolutions to the City Council for approval. These include a professional services agreement for the Parker Park Community Center pool and a grant application for a regional connectivity trail.

• Recommended architectural services contract with Brackett Kennerich & Associates for Parker Park pool and restrooms (6-0)
• Recommended change order with Ritter Communications for firewall and storage capacity (6-0)
• Recommended two-year lease for one sanitation rear load truck (6-0)
• Recommended submitting FY2023 RAISE grant application for North section of One Jonesboro connectivity plan (6-0)
• Approved February 2, 2023 meeting minutes (6-0)

Public Works Council Committee

The Public Works Council Committee is reviewing resolutions for city infrastructure projects. This includes a contract for street milling and overlays and an agreement for construction services for the Downtown to ASU Connection Project.

• Contract with Atlas Asphalt Inc. for 2023 asphalt milling and overlays
• Supplemental agreement with Fisher Arnold, Inc. for the Downtown to ASU Connection Project

The Public Works Council Committee approved the minutes from January 3, 2023. Two resolutions regarding city infrastructure projects were recommended for Council approval.

• Approved January 3, 2023 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Recommended to Council supplemental agreement No. 3 with Fisher Arnold, Inc. for Jonesboro Downtown to ASU Connection Project (7-0)
• Recommended to Council contract with Atlas Asphalt Inc. for 2023 Asphalt Milling and Overlays Selected City Streets Project (7-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several resolutions regarding municipal liens and grant applications for fire and wireless networks. The agenda includes first and second readings of zoning ordinances for properties on Belt, South Caraway Road, and Disciple Drive. Additionally, the council will review a master parks plan agreement.

• Agreement with Halff Associates Inc. for a Master Parks Plan
• Rezoning 804 Belt from R-1 to RM-12
• Grant applications for wireless networks and firefighter assistance
• Municipal liens on properties, including $8,716.32 at 2612 Crawford
• Purchase of survey equipment from Navigation Electronics, Inc.

The City Council approved a contract with Halff Associates Inc. to develop the city's first overall Master Parks Plan. The council also approved several resolutions to place municipal liens on various properties and authorized the budget for the Craighead County Solid Waste Disposal Authority.

• Approved contract with Halff Associates Inc. for Master Parks Plan (12-0)
• Approved budget for Craighead County Solid Waste Disposal Authority (12-0)
• Approved resolution to set public hearing for right-of-way abandonment at undeveloped Bonaparte Cove (12-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $175 at 323 Krewson (12-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $175 at 616 E Oak (12-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $175 at 808 Warren (12-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $175 at 912 Hope (12-0)
• Approved municipal lien of $515 at 1204 Warren (12-0)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee is reviewing several ordinances and resolutions. These include amending bond interest rates, expanding the powers of the Public Facilities Board, and authorizing grant applications. The committee will also consider multiple municipal liens on various properties.

• Ordinance to modify interest rates for Colson Caster Project revenue bonds
• Resolution to use state aid street monies for Browns Lane and Race Street Overlay
• Resolution to waive bidding for digital aerial photography with EFS Geotechnologies
• Resolution to apply for the Arkansas Wireless Information Network Project Grant
• Municipal liens on properties, including one for $8,716.32 at 2612 Crawford

The committee recommended several ordinances and resolutions to the City Council, including expanding the authority of the Public Facilities Board and modifying interest rates for the Colson Caster project. Multiple resolutions to place municipal liens on properties were recommended, while one was postponed indefinitely.

• Recommended to Council: Ordinance to modify interest rate on Colson Caster project bonds (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Ordinance expanding Public Facilities Board powers (4-0, 1 recused)
• Recommended to Council: Waiving competitive bidding for EFS Geotechnologies aerial photography (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Waiving competitive bidding for Navigation Electronics survey equipment (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Using state aid street monies for Browns Lane and Race Street overlay (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Waiving competitive bidding for John Deere wheel loader motor replacement (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Applying for AWIN and Assistance to Firefighters grants (5-0)
• Recommended to Council: Municipal liens on 9 properties; lien on 5522 Caribbean Pl postponed indefinitely (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The commission will consider preliminary and final subdivision applications for two residential projects. The agenda also includes a request for a sidewalk fee payment at 5195 Stadium Blvd.

• Preliminary subdivision of 11 lots at Harrison Hills Phase 2
• Final subdivision of 27 lots at Cypress Pointe II on Old Paragould Road
• $17,669.00 sidewalk 'in lieu' fee for 5195 Stadium Blvd

The Commission approved the final subdivision for Cypress Pointe II and a sidewalk in lieu fee for Wright RV Park. The preliminary subdivision for Harrison Hills Phase 2 was tabled due to paperwork errors regarding water lines.

• Approved January 10, 2023 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Approved $17,669.00 sidewalk in lieu fee for 5195 Stadium Blvd. - Wright RV Park (8-0)
• Tabled Harrison Hills Phase 2 preliminary subdivision until February 14, 2023 (8-0)
• Approved Cypress Pointe II final subdivision for 27 lots on Old Paragould Road (8-0)

Public Services Council Committee

The committee will consider a resolution to enter into an agreement with Halff Associates Inc. for professional services to create a Master Parks Plan. The meeting also includes administrative updates on capital improvement projects.

• Agreement with Halff Associates Inc. for a Master Parks Plan
• Administrative updates on Capital Improvement Projects

The committee recommended a professional services agreement with Halff Associates Inc. to create a 10-year master parks plan. Members also voted to change the committee's meeting schedule from quarterly to monthly.

• Recommended to Council agreement with Halff Associates Inc. for a master parks plan (4-0)
• Approved changing Public Services committee meetings to the third Tuesday of every month (4-0)

Board of Zoning Adjustments

The Jonesboro Board of Zoning Adjustments will review two variance applications. One request involves a shop building setback at 817 Strawfloor Drive, and another concerns maintaining a gravel parking lot at 5429 East Nettleton Avenue.

• Variance request for shop building setback at 817 Strawfloor Drive
• Variance request to maintain gravel parking lot at 5429 East Nettleton Avenue
• Approval of December 20, 2022 meeting minutes

The Board of Zoning Adjustments approved a temporary variance to allow a gravel parking lot at 5429 East Nettleton Avenue. A separate request for a building setback variance at 817 Strawfloor Drive was denied.

• Approved December 20, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• Denied variance request for shop building setback at 817 Strawfloor Drive (3-0)
• Approved variance to maintain gravel parking at 5429 East Nettleton Avenue with stipulation that owner show improvements after 18 months (3-0)

City Council

The Jonesboro City Council will consider rezoning requests for properties on South Caraway Road and Disciple Drive. The agenda also includes resolutions regarding roadway right-of-way acquisitions and the purchase of three pickup trucks.

• Rezoning 5618 South Caraway Road from R-1 to C-3 LUO
• Rezoning 1916 Disciple Drive from R-1 to C-4 LUO
• Purchase of three 2023 Chevy 1500 Double Cab 4WD pickup trucks
• Right-of-way purchase at 1400 E. Washington Avenue for roadway improvements
• Right-of-way purchase at 301 Reeves Street for roadway improvements

The City Council rejected a $150,000 settlement offer and instead approved a $25,000 offer of judgement plus attorney fees regarding a lawsuit against Officer Heath Loggains. The council also approved several right-of-way purchases, vehicle acquisitions, and fire department software. Two zoning ordinances were held at first reading.

• Rejected $150,000 settlement offer in Arthur Bryant v. Officer Heath Loggains (11-0)
• Approved $25,000 offer of judgement plus reasonable attorney fees in Bryant v. Loggains (11-0)
• Approved purchase of additional right-of-way at 1400 E. Washington Avenue
• Approved purchase of additional right-of-way at 301 Reeves Street
• Approved purchase of three pickup trucks via waiver of competitive bidding
• Approved repair of city-owned industrial track via waiver of competitive bidding
• Approved free utility services for city property at 400 Lacy Drive (10-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved purchase of Fire Department software via waiver of competitive bidding (11-0)

Public Safety Council Committee

The Public Safety Council Committee will review resolutions to condemn five properties in Jonesboro. The committee will also consider a request to waive competitive bidding for the purchase of new fire department software.

• Resolution to condemn 116 Chestnut St.
• Resolution to condemn 201 W Forrest St.
• Resolution to condemn 904 Logan Ave.
• Resolution to condemn 3600 Beacon
• Authorization to purchase fire department software via waived competitive bidding

The committee recommended five separate property condemnations to the full City Council. It also recommended waiving competitive bidding for new Fire Department software. Mitch Johnson was elected as the committee Chair.

• Elected Mitch Johnson as Chair (All voted aye)
• Approved minutes from December 20, 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 116 Chestnut St. to Council (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 201 W Forrest St. to Council (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 904 Logan Ave. to Council (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 3600 Beacon to Council (5-0)
• Recommended condemnation of 4205 E. Nettleton Ave. to Council (5-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding for Fire Department software (5-0)

Metropolitan Area Planning Commission

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission is reviewing two rezoning applications. These proposals seek to change single-family residential districts to commercial districts at 1916 Disciple Drive and 5618 South Caraway Road.

• Rezoning request for 1916 Disciple Drive from R-1 to C-4 LUO
• Rezoning request for 5618 South Caraway Road from R-1 to C-3

The Metropolitan Area Planning Commission approved two rezoning requests for properties on Disciple Drive and South Caraway Road. One approval included a limited use overlay to prohibit specific businesses, and the other included a restriction against RV parks.

• Approved minutes from December 13, 2022 (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 1916 Disciple Drive from R-1 to C-4 LUO (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of 5618 South Caraway Road from R-1 to C-3 with a limited use overlay prohibiting RV parks (5-1)

Finance & Administration Council Committee

The Finance & Administration Council Committee will consider resolutions regarding roadway improvements and property acquisitions. The meeting also includes proposals to waive competitive bidding for truck purchases and industrial track repairs.

• Purchase of additional right-of-way at 1400 E. Washington Avenue
• Withdrawal of condemnation and purchase of right-of-way at 301 Reeves Street
• Waiver of bidding to purchase three 2023 Chevy 1500 pickup trucks
• Waiver of bidding for repairs to city-owned industrial track

The committee recommended five resolutions to the City Council, including right-of-way purchases and vehicle acquisitions. A proposal to change the committee's meeting schedule was denied.

• Elected Joe Hafner as Chair
• Recommended purchase of right-of-way at 1400 E. Washington Avenue (6-0)
• Recommended purchase of right-of-way at 301 Reeves Street (6-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding to purchase three pickup trucks (6-0)
• Recommended waiving competitive bidding to repair city-owned industrial track (6-0)
• Denied motion to change meetings to first and third Tuesdays at 4 PM (0-7)
• Recommended free utility services for city property at 400 Lacy Drive (5-0, 1 recused)

Public Works Council Committee

This meeting consists of procedural items, including the election of a committee chair and the approval of minutes from the December 6, 2022, meeting. No specific new business or pending items are listed on this agenda.

• Election of a chair
• Approval of minutes for the December 6, 2022, meeting

The committee elected a chair and approved the minutes from the December 6, 2022 meeting. No new business or pending items were addressed.

• Elected John Street as Chair (All voted aye)
• Approved December 6, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)

Nominating and Rules Committee

This special called meeting is for the election of a committee chair. The committee will also review and approve minutes from the September 6, 2022, meeting.

• Election of a Chair
• Approval of minutes for the September 6, 2022, meeting (MIN-22:080)

The committee elected Chris Gibson as Chair and voted to keep existing committee assignments unless changes are requested. Members discussed the process for joining committees and the ability for new members to serve on multiple committees.

• Elected Chris Gibson as Chair (All voted aye)
• Approved September 6, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved motion to continue with existing committees unless changes are requested (All voted aye)

City Council

The council will review ordinances regarding the abandonment of street right of way at Harlan Cove and easements within the Cavenaugh Auto Group Minor Plat. Additionally, the council will vote on a private club permit for Riverfront Association and review November 2022 financial statements.

• Ordinance to vacate part of street right of way at Harlan Cove north of Jonathon Drive
• Private club permit application for Riverfront Association
• Ordinance to vacate utility and drainage easements in Cavenaugh Auto Group Minor Plat
• Review of November 2022 financial statements overview

The City Council approved a private club permit for the Riverfront Association and a request to vacate utility and drainage easements for Cavenaugh Auto Group. Additionally, the council nominated Chris Moore as Mayor Pro-Tempore for 2023.

• Approved private club permit for Riverfront Association (11-0, 1 recused)
• Approved vacation of utility and drainage easements for Cavenaugh Auto Group (12-0)
• Nominated Chris Moore as Mayor Pro-Tempore for 2023 (12-0)
• Approved Consent Agenda including December 20, 2022 meeting minutes (12-0)