Russellville public meetings in 2021

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes, a financial report, and renaming a cemetery addition. They will also vote on replacing a dead tree and hear public comments.

• Approval of minutes from November 16, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending November 30, 2021
• Renaming Memorial Addition to Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Request to replace dead Teddy Bear Magnolia tree near Drives 3 and 4, estimated $100-$150
• Public comment period

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved the minutes from the November 16, 2021 meeting and reviewed the November financial report. The commission formally renamed the new addition as the Mary Rye Campbell Addition, noting no resolution was needed. They also approved replacing a dead Teddy Bear Magnolia tree at an estimated cost of $100-$150. The meeting included a year-in-review and public comments, with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved minutes from November 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Renamed new cemetery addition as Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Approved replacement of dead Teddy Bear Magnolia tree (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a $75,000 appropriation for a broadband feasibility study, a solar energy agreement, and adoption of 2022 budgets. It will also vote on appointments to city boards and several rezoning and easement vacation ordinances.

• Appropriate $75,000 from General Fund carry forward for broadband due diligence study
• Resolution to enter agreement with Scenic Hill Solar for solar field construction
• Resolution to adopt Capital Asset Fund Budget for 2022
• Ordinance rezoning property at 2600 block of West 12th Street from R-2 to R-3 (third reading)
• Resolution to destroy old accounting records

The Russellville City Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances, including the 2022 Capital Asset and Special Funds budgets, agreements with Main Street Russellville and the Boys & Girls Club, and a broadband feasibility study. It also adopted several zoning and street vacation ordinances, and tabled a zoning code amendment to January 2022. All votes were unanimous (7-0) except the tabling motion, which passed 8-0.

• Approved 2022 Capital Asset Fund budget (7-0)
• Approved 2022 Special Funds budgets (7-0)
• Approved Main Street Russellville 2022 services agreement (7-0)
• Approved Boys & Girls Club 2022 services agreement (7-0)
• Approved broadband feasibility study with Rural Innovations (7-0)
• Rezoned 2600 block of West 12th Street from R-2 to R-3 (7-0)
• Vacated easement at 1301 Venus Drive (7-0)
• Tabled zoning code amendment to January 2022 (8-0)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission will review two Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs): one for graffiti removal at 312-314 West 'B' Street and one for a new metal sign at 107 S. Boulder Avenue. They will also discuss unfinished business, including tax credit project checkboxes, the Old Town Neighborhood, and updates to brochures and letters.

• COA for graffiti removal at 312-314 West 'B' Street using Heritage Remover
• COA for a 30" X 40" metal blade sign for 'Garden Sass' at 107 S. Boulder Avenue
• Discussion on adding a tax credit/grant checkbox to COA forms
• Follow-up on Old Town Neighborhood
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs): one for graffiti removal at 312-314 West 'B' Street using Heritage Remover, and another for a metal blade sign at 107 S. Boulder Avenue for Garden Sass. Both approvals included conditions. The commission also discussed updating the COA application form and outreach efforts, but took no other formal votes.

• Approved COA for graffiti removal at 312-314 West 'B' Street with conditions (voice vote)
• Approved COA for metal blade sign at 107 S. Boulder Avenue for Garden Sass, contingent on obtaining a sign permit (voice vote)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is holding a called meeting to discuss and likely approve the hiring of certified officer Simeon Jackson, as presented by Chief Ewing. The agenda also includes an executive session for personnel matters, a new hire list, and scheduling of police testing.

• New hire of certified officer Simeon Jackson
• Executive session for personnel matters
• New hire list
• Police testing scheduled

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the hiring of certified officer Simeon Jackson, waiving the competitive process under Chapter 3, part IV of its rules. The commission also edited the police new-hire list in executive session and scheduled new-hire testing for February 5 and 12, 2022. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved hiring of certified officer Simeon Jackson via suspension of competition (motion by Fleck, second by Horton)
• Held executive session to discuss personnel matters related to editing the police new-hire list
• Edited the police new-hire list
• Scheduled police new-hire testing for February 5 and 12, 2022

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment is meeting to review a variance request. The board will determine if a property owner may exceed standard fence height limits.

• Variance request for an 8-foot fence in the front yard at 2433 W 4th Street (VARI-1121-000155)

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to allow an 8-foot fence in the front side yard at 2433 W 4th Street, despite the usual 6-foot limit, due to unique topography. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the November 4, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved variance for 8' fence at 2433 W 4th Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 4, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting to consider new business, including two large-scale development applications, a right-of-way vacation, and a zoning text amendment. No unfinished business is listed. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 4, 2021 meeting.

• Large Scale Development at 1759 Airport Road, submitted by the City of Russellville (LSDV-1121-000151)
• Large Scale Development application for 3600 Block of East 6th Street, submitted by Barrett & Associates for Arkansas Valley Alliance for Economic Development Inc. (LSDV-1121-000152)
• Vacation of portions of E 'H' Street and N Cleveland right-of-way along lots in Block 101 of JL Shinn Addition, submitted by Valley Christian School for Russellville First Assembly of God (VAC-1121-000154)
• Zone text amendment to update El Paso University District Table of Permitted Uses for Downtown Crossing Zone, submitted by Donna Andrews (ZONE-1121-000153)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the manager's report on October fuel sales and finances, and discuss old and new business including the 2021 AIP grant project, 2023 CIP changes, 2022 budget capital expenditure, hangar construction, and expiring commissioner terms. The agenda includes routine items and updates, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• October 2021 fuel sales: 5,013 gallons Jet A, 5,559 gallons AVGAS, total 10,572 gallons
• Year-to-date fuel volume through October 2021: 89,994 gallons, up 26.12% from September 2020
• City hangar occupancy October 2021: 74.42% overall, 100% enclosed, 40% shade, 100% private
• Old business: 2021 AIP Grant Project, 2023 CIP changes (security fencing), 2022 budget capital expenditure (GPU)
• New business: hangar construction update, expiring terms for Bill West and Les Teaff, Christmas luncheon Dec 17

The Russellville Airport Commission approved the manager's report and financial report, passed a motion to skip the December meeting, and voted to support reappointment of two commissioners. They also discussed a $44,000 capital budget request for a new GPU and ongoing hangar construction.

• Approved manager's report and financial report (6-0)
• Approved skipping the December 2021 meeting (6-0)
• Passed vote of acclimation for reappointment of Bill West and Les Teaff (6-0)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider adopting the 2022 General Fund and Street Fund budgets, a cost-of-living adjustment for all city employees, and an amended salary plan. It will also vote on appropriating $25,200 each for a new Ford F-150 for Code Enforcement and one for Animal Control, and reimburse Arkansas Valley Alliance $12,205.86. A rezoning request and a street renaming ordinance are also on the agenda.

• Appropriate $25,200 for a 2022 Ford F-150 for Code Enforcement
• Appropriate $25,200 for a 2022 Ford F-150 for Animal Control
• Adopt 2022 General Fund budget and Street Fund budget
• Adopt cost-of-living adjustment for all city employees effective Jan. 1, 2022
• Reimburse Arkansas Valley Alliance $12,205.86 for September 2021 expenses

The Russellville City Council approved the 2022 General Fund and Street Fund budgets, a cost-of-living adjustment for all city employees, and an amended salary plan reflecting the raise. It also authorized premium pay for municipal employees funded by $319,481.69 from federal stimulus reserves and $76,348.33 from the General Fund carry-forward, plus $50,647.62 and $7,680.12 for uniformed police and fire personnel. The council approved two $25,200 vehicle purchases for Code Enforcement and Animal Control, and tabled a special use permit for a cryptocurrency mining operation and two ordinances to the December meeting.

• Approved minutes of October 12, 21, and 27, 2021, by 8-0 voice vote.
• Adopted Resolution 1980 (2022 General Fund budget) and Resolution 1982 (2022 Street Fund budget), 8-0.
• Adopted Resolution 1981 (cost-of-living adjustment for all city employees) and Resolution 1983 (amended salary plan), 8-0.
• Appropriated $25,200 for a 2022 Ford F-150 for Code Enforcement and $25,200 for a 2022 Ford F-150 for Animal Control, 8-0.
• Authorized $319,481.69 from federal stimulus reserves and $76,348.33 from General Fund carry-forward for premium pay, 8-0.
• Authorized $50,647.62 from federal stimulus reserves and $7,680.12 from General Fund carry-over for premium pay for police and fire personnel, 8-0.
• Approved reimbursement of $12,205.86 (September) and $12,769.52 (October) to Arkansas Valley Alliance, 8-0.
• Tabled the special use permit for a cryptocurrency mining operation, an ordinance on council meeting attendance, and an ordinance on street renaming to the December meeting, 8-0.

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is meeting to approve minutes, discuss new business including Christmas parade fees, and receive updates on the Aquatic Center, James School Park, Schoolhouse Trail, M.J. Hickey Pool, and an inclusive playground grant. The agenda is mostly routine updates and fee decisions, with no major policy changes listed.

• Christmas Parade Fees discussion
• Aquatic Center update
• James School Park update
• Schoolhouse Trail update
• Inclusive Playground Grant update

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission waived all entry fees for the December 2 Christmas Parade to encourage participation, with about 70 entries already submitted. The commission approved the minutes from the July 8 meeting. Updates were given on several projects, including the finished James School Park restrooms and pavilion, the paved Schoolhouse Trail Phase I, and a pending grant for an inclusive playground.

• Approved the minutes from the July 8, 2021 commission meeting.
• Waived all entry fees for the December 2 Christmas Parade to encourage participation.

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission will meet to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss renaming the cemetery's new addition to 'Campbell Addition' in honor of benefactor Mary (Rye) Campbell. If approved, the name will be forwarded to the City Council. The meeting also includes updates on a recent workshop and public comments.

• Approval of minutes from October 19, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending October 31, 2021
• Debrief of November 7, 2021 Workshop & Tours
• Discussion to name new cemetery addition 'Campbell Addition'
• Holiday snacks planned for December 21, 2021 meeting

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission voted unanimously to rename the Memorial Addition to the Mary Rye Campbell Addition, honoring benefactor Mary (Rye) Campbell. The commission also approved the October 2021 minutes as amended and reviewed the October financial report, noting cash balances of $74,515.67 in the operating account and $154,251.33 in the perpetual care trust account. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved October 19, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Renamed Memorial Addition to Mary Rye Campbell Addition (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for a business at 311 West "C" Street, and to discuss unfinished business including tax credit checkboxes, Old Town Neighborhood follow-up, and updates to outreach materials. The meeting is open to the public.

• Review of COA for 311 West "C" Street: vinyl window graphics and painted metal sign for Friendship Community Care
• Discussion on adding a tax credit/grant checkbox to the COA form
• Follow-up on Old Town Neighborhood
• Revised letter to property owners and business owners, and brochure updates
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for vinyl window graphics and a painted metal sign at 311 West "C" Street, requested by Friendship Community Care, with the condition that city sign permits be obtained. Commissioner Suzanne Alford recused herself as the building owner. The commission also discussed, but did not vote on, revisions to the COA application and updates on neighborhood outreach and the Latimore Tourist Home project.

• Approved COA for vinyl window graphics and painted metal sign at 311 West "C" Street (voice vote, Alford recused)
• Approved minutes of October 28, 2021, as corrected (voice vote)
• Discussed adding revision number to COA application; no vote taken
• Heard update on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I fundraising, including $40,000 anonymous donation

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider two resolutions authorizing the Friends of the Latimore Tourist Home, Inc. to apply for grants for the restoration and rehabilitation of the Latimore Home. The council will also present an award to Wayne Nordin, one of the city's eldest military veterans.

• Award to recognize Wayne Nordin as one of the eldest military veterans in Russellville
• Resolution authorizing Friends of the Latimore Tourist Home to apply for three grants for restoration of the Latimore Home
• Resolution authorizing a letter of intent for the Arkansas Historic Preservation Program / Historic Preservation Restoration Grant for the Latimore Home

The council held a special meeting at Brookdale Senior Living Center, presenting plaques to veterans Wayne Nordin and Jock Davis. It then voted 7-0 to adopt two resolutions authorizing Friends of the Latimore Tourist Home, Inc. to apply for three grants, including an Arkansas Historic Preservation Program grant, for restoration of the Latimore Home on behalf of the city.

• Honored veterans Wayne Nordin and Jock Davis with plaques (7-0 voice vote)
• Adopted resolution authorizing Friends of the Latimore Tourist Home to apply for three grants (7-0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing letter of intent for Arkansas Historic Preservation Program grant (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider variance requests and an appeal regarding zoning code interpretations. The board will decide on specific property exceptions and the application of in-lieu fees.

• Variance request for an 8-foot fence at 2433 W 4th Street
• Variance request to waive sidewalk in lieu fee at 5474 N Arkansas Ave
• Appeal of administrative decision regarding multi-use trail in-lieu fee in the 3300 block of Bernice Ave

The Board of Adjustment approved two variance requests: one for an 8-foot fence at 2433 W 4th Street (with a condition limiting street-facing portions to 6 feet) and one waiving the sidewalk in-lieu fee at 5474 N Arkansas Ave. The board also unanimously withdrew an appeal regarding a multi-use trail in-lieu fee after the applicant agreed to pay the fee. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved.

• Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Withdrew appeal of Article 3.21 trail fee decision at 3300 block of Bernice Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 8' fence variance at 2433 W 4th St with condition (unanimous)
• Approved sidewalk in-lieu fee waiver at 5474 N Arkansas Ave (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission is meeting to consider two new business items: a special use permit for a bitcoin mining facility in an M-1 zone on East 6th Street, and a large-scale development application for a mini storage facility on SR 124. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No unfinished business is listed.

• Special Use Permit for industrial use (bitcoin mining) in M-1 zone, 3600 block East 6th Street, submitted by Barrett & Associates for Arkansas Valley Alliance for Economic Development (SPUP-1021-000143)
• Large Scale Development at 1303 SR 124, submitted by B&L Mini Storage (LSDV-1021-000139)
• Approval of October 7, 2021 minutes

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a special use permit for a Bitcoin mining facility on a 10-acre vacant parcel in the 3600 block of East 6th Street, with conditions including a large-scale development approval and an incidental subdivision. The commission also approved a large-scale development for a mini storage expansion at 1303 SR 124, conditioned on completing an incidental subdivision. Both approvals were unanimous.

• Approved special use permit for Bitcoin mining facility (SPUP-1021-000143) (unanimous)
• Approved large-scale development for Harmon Mini Storage (LSDV-1021-000139) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of October 7, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to review two certificates of appropriateness (COAs): one for awning fabric replacement at 312 West 2nd Street and one for a sign and door at 109 S. Boulder. They will also discuss unfinished business including graffiti removal, the Old Town Neighborhood survey, and updates on the Latimore Tourist Home project.

• COA for awning fabric replacement at 312 West 2nd Street (Garage Arcade)
• COA for a sign and wooden door at 109 S. Boulder
• Graffiti removal on 314 West 'B' Street and 220 N. Commerce Ave
• Old Town Neighborhood survey: 63% of structures contributing
• Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress report

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved two Certificates of Appropriateness: one for replacing awning material at 312 West 2nd Street and another for replacing a steel door and relocating signage at 109 S. Boulder Avenue. The commission also voted to require HDC approval for graffiti removal products and methods, and discussed several other items without formal action.

• Approved COA for awning material replacement at 312 West 2nd Street (voice vote)
• Approved COA for door replacement and sign relocation at 109 S. Boulder Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved motion that graffiti removal products and methods must be approved by HDC (voice vote)
• Agreed to reschedule November and December meetings to Nov 16 and Dec 14 (voice vote)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider two items: a resolution authorizing an agreement with Lamp Rynearson, Inc. for repairs and renovations to the outdoor swimming pool at M.J. Hickey Park, and an appropriation of $113,685.18 from the 2021 Parks and Rec Special Fund for new playground equipment at Sequoyah Playground, which includes a $30,668.44 grant from Game Time Play Core.

• Resolution to enter agreement with Lamp Rynearson, Inc. for pool repairs/renovations at M.J. Hickey Park
• Appropriation of $113,685.18 from 2021 Parks and Rec Special Fund
• New playground equipment for Sequoyah Playground
• Grant of $30,668.44 from Game Time Play Core

The Russellville City Council held a special called meeting and approved two items. First, they authorized an agreement with Lamp Rynearson, Inc. for repairs and renovations to the outdoor swimming pool at M.J. Hickey Park. Second, they appropriated $113,685.18 from the 2021 Parks and Rec Special Fund for new playground equipment at Sequoyah Playground, which includes a grant of $30,668.44 from Game Time Play Core. Both motions passed by a 6-0 voice vote.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1977 authorizing agreement with Lamp Rynearson, Inc. for pool repairs at M.J. Hickey Park (6-0)
• Appropriated $113,685.18 for new playground equipment at Sequoyah Playground, including a $30,668.44 grant from Game Time Play Core (6-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to review the police department's new hire list and discuss candidates with Fire Chief Slone. The agenda includes discussions of specific individuals for potential hiring.

• Review of police new hire list
• Discussion with Chief Slone regarding RFD
• Discussion of Wyatt Meyers
• Discussion of Ian Simpson
• Discussion of Craig DeFranciso

The Commission reviewed police and fire new-hire lists. Fire Chief Slone reported offers of employment to Michaela Talley and Craig DeFrancisco. Wyatt Meyers was temporarily removed from the list pending a doctor's fitness declaration. The Commission agreed on conditions for rehiring former engineer Ian Simpson. Craig DeFrancisco's relationship to Battalion Chief Chris Vick was disclosed, and city nepotism policy is being followed.

• Approved minutes for August 24, 2021
• Reviewed police new-hire list; no action taken
• Fire new-hire offers made to Michaela Talley and Craig DeFrancisco
• Wyatt Meyers voluntarily and temporarily off fire list until fit for duty
• Agreed Ian Simpson rehire contingent on certified letter/email and open position; if no engineer slot, hire as firefighter with normal promotion route
• Confirmed nepotism policy followed for Craig DeFrancisco; Vick not to supervise or participate in promotional testing

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to accept the September minutes and manager's report, which includes fuel sales, accounts receivable, hangar occupancy, and self-sufficiency figures. They will also discuss old business such as the 2021 AIP grant project, 2023 CIP changes for security fencing, the 2022 budget capital expenditure for a GPU, and a non-aeronautical land use application update. New business includes planning the November 6th fly-in with contests and a STOL demonstration, and scheduling November and December meetings.

• September 2021 fuel sales: 4,592 gallons Jet A, 4,585 gallons AVGAS, total 9,177 gallons
• Year-to-date fuel volume through September: 89,994 gallons, up 26.12% from last year
• City hangar occupancy: 74.42% overall, 100% enclosed, 40% shade, 100% private
• Self-sufficiency for September: 76.32% / 77.63%
• Fly-in scheduled for November 6th with flour bomb drop, balloon pop, and spot landing contests

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider a resolution to make the city a 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn,' which was tabled at the September meeting. Other business includes a $70,715.23 sidewalk appropriation, a $20,000 reimbursement to the Boys and Girls Club, and several property-related resolutions and ordinances.

• Resolution to make Russellville a 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' (tabled from Sept. 17)
• Appropriation of $70,715.23 from Street Fund for sidewalk connectivity projects (N. Phoenix Ave., Hickory Hollow Lane, N. Detroit Ave., E. 4th St.)
• Reimbursement of $20,000 to Russellville Boys and Girls Club for Q3 2021 expenses
• Resolution to apply for 50/50 matching grant for playground at Sequoyah Park
• Ordinance to allow animal rescue organizations to claim certain banned breeds from Animal Control

The Russellville City Council adopted Resolution No. 1968 making the city a 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' by a 5-3 roll call vote, with Councilmembers Carruth, Westcott, and Keller voting no. The council also approved multiple resolutions and appropriations, including funding for Hickey Pool repairs, a sidewalk connectivity project, and reimbursements to the Boys and Girls Club and Main Street Russellville.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1968 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' (5-3 roll call)
• Approved Resolution No. 1962 endorsing Arkansas Bioenergy, LLC for Tax Back program (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1963 establishing petty cash fund system (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1964 closing inactive Centennial Bank accounts (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1965 applying for 50/50 matching grant for Sequoyah Park playground (7-0)
• Appropriated $70,715.23 for 2021 Sidewalk Connectivity project (7-0)
• Approved $20,000 reimbursement to Russellville Boys and Girls Club for Q3 2021 (7-0)
• Appropriated $89,000 for Hickey Pool engineering services (7-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to continue planning the November workshop and tours. They will also discuss two new items: naming the cemetery's new addition 'Campbell Addition' in honor of benefactor Mary Campbell, and a proposed resolution to City Council for a rate increase in grave opening/closing services.

• Approval of September 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending September 30, 2021
• Planning for 2021 November Workshop & Tours
• Discussion to name new cemetery addition 'Campbell Addition'
• Discussion of resolution for rate increase in grave opening/closing services

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission unanimously approved a resolution to present to City Council for a rate increase in grave opening/closing services. They also reviewed the September financial report, discussed plans for the November workshop and tours, and tabled a decision on naming the new cemetery addition 'Campbell Addition' until the November meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 21, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved resolution for rate increase in grave opening/closing services (unanimous)
• Tabled decision on naming new cemetery addition 'Campbell Addition' until November meeting

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution approving the sale of the Dalton King Building to Phoenix Innovations, Inc. The meeting follows a Finance Agenda prep meeting and includes only this single action item.

• Resolution to approve sale of Dalton King Building to Phoenix Innovations, Inc.

The Russellville City Council voted 6-1 to approve the sale of the Dalton King Building to Phoenix Innovations, Inc. The motion to adopt the resolution passed after a prior motion to move the item to the full council also passed 6-1. One councilmember voted no, citing a need for more discussion.

• Approved sale of Dalton King Building to Phoenix Innovations, Inc. (6-1)
• Moved item to full council for consideration (6-1)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to consider three specific land-use requests. These include two variance requests for structural additions and setbacks, and one appeal regarding a multi-use trail fee.

• Variance for addition to non-conforming structure at 1404 Utica Avenue
• Variance for front yard setback (20’ to 12’) and side yard setback (15’ to 2’) at 201 East G Street
• Appeal of administrative decision regarding in-lieu fee for multi-use trail in 3300 block of Bernice Ave

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance for an addition to a non-conforming structure at 1404 S Utica Avenue and approved a variance for Valley Christian School to reduce setbacks at 201 East G Street, with conditions. The board tabled an appeal regarding an in-lieu fee for a multi-use trail on Bernice Avenue.

• Approved variance for addition at 1404 S Utica Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Valley Christian School at 201 East G Street with conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled appeal of in-lieu fee for multi-use trail on Bernice Avenue (3-1)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 7, 2021, to consider a variety of land-use requests. The agenda includes one unfinished item from September and eight new items, covering easement and right-of-way vacations, a special use permit, a memorandum of understanding for a canopy, two large-scale developments, and a rezoning. All items are submitted by developers or property owners and will be discussed or decided at the meeting.

• Vacation of easement at 1301 Venus Drive (VAC-0821-000117)
• Memorandum of Understanding for portable canopy at 1401 N. Arkansas Ave. (SPUP-0921-000129)
• Special Use Permit for warehousing at 1605 N Phoenix (SPUP-0921-000124)
• Large Scale Development at 614 SR 247 (LSDV-0921-000132)
• Rezoning from R-2 to R-3 in 2600 block of West 12th Street (ZONE-0921-000127)

The Russellville Planning Commission unanimously approved all ten items on the agenda, including vacating a utility easement at 1301 Venus Drive, a memorandum of understanding for a canopy at Feltner's Whatta-Burger, a special use permit for warehousing at 1605 N Phoenix, two large-scale developments, three right-of-way vacations, and a rezoning from R-2 to R-3 in the 2600 block of West 12th Street. All recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Approved minutes of the August 5, 2021 meeting as written.
• Approved vacation of a 10-foot utility easement between Lot 9 and Lot 17 of the Center Addition at 1301 Venus Drive.
• Approved a Memorandum of Understanding to allow a portable canopy and other structures in an alley at 1401 N. Arkansas Ave.
• Approved a Special Use Permit for warehousing, inside storage only, at 1605 N Phoenix, with conditions including limited hard surface and signage.
• Approved a Large Scale Development for Grace Manufacturing to add a storage building at 614 SR 247.
• Approved a Large Scale Development for Barefield Mini Storage in the 3300 block of Bernice Avenue, with conditions including driveway alignment and an incidental subdivision.
• Approved vacation of a portion of E 4th Street right-of-way in the Poynter Addition.
• Approved vacation of an alley in Block 11 of the Harris Agricultural School Addition.

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to accept minutes and the manager's report, which includes August 2021 fuel sales and financial updates. They will discuss old business such as the 2021 AIP grant project, a fall fly-in, and a restaurant proposal, plus new business including 2023 CIP changes, 2022 budget capital expenditures, and a land use application.

• August 2021 fuel sales: 6,934 gallons Jet A, 3,444 gallons AVGAS, total 10,378 gallons
• Year-to-date fuel volume 70,067 gallons, 31.9% increase vs July 2020
• Accounts receivable aging: 2 accounts 31-60 days, 1 over 90 days
• Hangar occupancy: 74.42% city, 100% enclosed, 40% shade, 100% private
• New business: 2023 CIP security fencing, 2022 budget GPU, non-aeronautical land use application

The Russellville Airport Commission accepted the manager's report and minutes unanimously. The 2021 AIP Grant project is 100% complete with minor repairs pending. The commission discussed a recent break-in, potential 2022 budget items, and a land application to the FAA. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Accepted minutes of 8/24/2021 (motion by Paul Horney, second by Bill West)
• Accepted manager's report unanimously (motion by Kevin Burnham, second by Bill West)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve the August minutes, receive a financial status update for August 2021, and hear public comments. They will also discuss and plan the November Workshop & Tours, with an open floor for ideas. The meeting is largely routine administrative business.

• Approval of minutes from August 17, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending August 31, 2021
• Public comment period for concerns and suggestions
• Planning for 2021 November Workshop & Tours

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved a two-part motion to hold a Nov. 7, 2021 workshop with self-guided tours and to accept Walter Hudson's offer to plant up to 20 willow oaks. The commission also approved the August 2021 minutes and reviewed the financial report, noting a $56,749.25 total due for the Memorial Addition roadway. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved minutes from August 17, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Nov. 7, 2021 workshop and self-guided tours (unanimous)
• Accepted Walter Hudson's offer to plant up to 20 willow oaks (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council approved multiple appropriations, including $189,150.88 from the 2021 Sales Tax Capital Fund for three Ford Interceptor SUVs and one Dodge Charger with equipment. It also approved a resolution renaming a portion of East 16th Street to Williamson Way (Resolution No. 1960) and a related memorial designation (Resolution No. 1961) by a 5-1 vote. An ordinance amending the property maintenance code failed on a 4-2 roll call vote, and a resolution to make the city a 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' was tabled.

• Approved $8,100 appropriation for drone training for RPD and RFD (6-0)
• Approved $43,332.30 appropriation for two drones for RFD and RPD (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1957 for city sign repairs via Chamber MOU (6-0)
• Approved $189,150.88 appropriation for police vehicles and equipment (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1958 setting clean-up lien for 3320 North Erie Avenue (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1959 levying 2021 millage taxes (6-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1960 renaming portion of East 16th Street to Williamson Way (6-0)
• Tabled Resolution for 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' (6-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment is meeting to review one new business item. The board will discuss a request for a variance to allow an addition to a non-conforming structure.

• Variance request for addition at 1004 S Laredo Avenue (VARI-0821-000121)

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing an addition to a non-conforming single-family residence at 1004 S Laredo Avenue, which predates the current zoning code and does not meet front yard setback requirements. The board also approved the minutes from the June 3, 2021 meeting.

• Approved minutes of June 3, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved variance VARI-0821-000121 for addition at 1004 S Laredo Ave (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The only new business is a request to vacate an easement between two lots in the Center Addition at 1301 Venus Drive. No unfinished business is listed.

• Vacation of easement between Lot 9 - Phase II and Lot 17 - Phase III, Center Addition, 1301 Venus Drive (VAC-0821-000117)

The Russellville Planning Commission did not hold a meeting in September 2021 because a quorum could not be met. No decisions were made.

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to review Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for signage and graffiti remediation at several properties, vote on revised paint and color guidelines, and discuss a potential checkbox for tax credit projects on COA applications. They will also address unfinished business including graffiti, a neighborhood survey, and outreach materials.

• COA for signage at 116-118 S. Commerce for Russellville Insurance Agency
• COA for graffiti remediation at 203 N. Commerce Avenue
• COAs for signage at 314 West 'B' Street for Legends Resort and Casino
• Vote on revised guidelines for Section 10.9 PAINT AND COLOR
• Discussion of tax credit project checkbox on COA applications

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness (COA) for signage at 116-118 S. Commerce Avenue and for Legends Resort and Casino Arkansas at 314 West 'B' Street, both contingent on obtaining city sign permits. A COA for graffiti removal at 203 N. Commerce Avenue was tabled until required signatures are obtained. The commission also approved adding a tax credit check box to COA applications and accepted revisions to the Design Guidelines for Section 10.9 Paint and Colors.

• Approved COA for signage at 116-118 S. Commerce Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved COA for signage at 314 West 'B' Street for Legends Resort and Casino Arkansas (voice vote)
• Tabled COA for graffiti removal at 203 N. Commerce Avenue until signatures obtained
• Approved adding tax credit check box to COA application form (voice vote)
• Accepted revisions to Design Guidelines Section 10.9 Paint and Colors (voice vote, 2 dissenting)
• Moved next meeting to September 23 at 5pm (voice vote)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to review the manager's report, including July 2021 fuel sales and hangar occupancy, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include a possible application for ADA funding for new hangars, a hangar purchase, the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan, a fall fly-in, and a proposal for a restaurant at the airport.

• July 2021 fuel sales: 8,935 gallons Jet A, 4,653 gallons AVGAS, total 13,588 gallons
• Year-to-date fuel volume 70,349 gallons, a 34.7% increase over July 2020
• Discussion of applying for ADA funding up to $400K for new hangars
• Hangar purchase discussion
• Proposal for a couple to open a restaurant at the airport

The Russellville Airport Commission accepted the manager's report and approved the 2021 AIP grant project, for which contractors requested an extension due to COVID at the asphalt plant. The commission confirmed a $663,000 grant for new hangars on the east side of Mike Miller's hangar #12-E, with bid opening set for 9/9/2021. The purchase of John Harris hangar #4-W was completed. No other formal votes were recorded; remaining items were discussions only.

• Approved the minutes from 7/20/2021
• Accepted the manager's report unanimously
• Approved the 2021 AIP grant project, with contractor extension request noted
• Confirmed $663,000 grant for new hangars, bid opening 9/9/2021
• Completed purchase of John Harris hangar #4-W

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission met and handled routine administrative business. No old business was on the agenda, and the only new action was arranging testing dates for August 25, September 18, and September 25.

• Scheduled civil service testing for August 25, September 18, and September 25

The Russellville Civil Service Commission met on August 24, 2021, and approved the minutes from the July 27, 2021 meeting. No old business was discussed. The commission arranged testing dates for August 25, September 18, and September 25. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

• Approved minutes from July 27, 2021 meeting
• Scheduled testing dates for August 25, September 18, and September 25

City Council

The Russellville City Council will vote on several resolutions and ordinances, including a $65,000 appropriation for airport fuel, a bid for the Ward Four sidewalk project, and a matching grant application for an all-inclusive playground. They will also consider special use permits for a tire business and a commercial amusement business, and an ordinance amending the zoning code.

• Appropriate $65,000 from General Fund Reserve for airport AV fuel revenue and expense budget
• Reimburse Main Street Russellville $15,000 for Q2 2021
• Accept bid for Ward Four sidewalk maintenance project
• Apply for 50/50 matching grant with Arkansas Dept. of Parks and Tourism for all-inclusive playground at City Park
• Grant special use permit for retail tire business at 109 Weir Road

The Russellville City Council approved several financial items, including a $65,000 appropriation from the General Fund Reserve for airport AV fuel sales and purchases, a $15,000 reimbursement to Main Street Russellville, and a bid for the Ward Four sidewalk maintenance project. The council also approved resolutions for engineering services at the municipal airport, a 50/50 matching grant application for an all-inclusive playground at City Park, and special use permits for a retail tire business and a commercial amusement business. All votes were 6-0.

• Appropriated $65,000 from General Fund Reserve for airport AV fuel budget (6-0)
• Approved $15,000 reimbursement to Main Street Russellville for Q2 2021 (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1950 accepting bid for Ward Four sidewalk maintenance project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1951 for engineering services with Miller Newell Engineers for airport (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1952 to apply for 50/50 matching grant for all-inclusive playground at City Park (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1953 to vacate drainage easement in Overland Park Subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1954 special use permit for retail tire business at 109 Weir Road (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 1955 special use permit for commercial amusement business along Dow Road (6-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving the July 2021 minutes, reviewing the financial report for July, and hearing public comments. They will also receive an update on the roadway for the Memorial Addition. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending July 30, 2021
• Public comment period for concerns/suggestions
• Update on Memorial Addition roadway

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission unanimously approved the July 20, 2021 meeting minutes. They reviewed the July 2021 financial report, noting a $13,200 city transfer for mowing, and discussed the completed Memorial Addition roadway, which still owes about $47,000 pending repairs. No formal votes were taken on new business items, which included potential land acquisition, a fence project, and tree replacements.

• Approved July 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed July 2021 financial report: operating account $141,271.88, trust account $153,589.98
• Noted $13,200 city transfer for mowing
• Discussed Memorial Addition roadway completion, with $47,000 owed pending repairs

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 5, 2021, to consider unfinished and new business. This includes a large-scale development at 51 Bradley Cove Road, two special use permits, another large-scale development, and a zoning text amendment. The meeting is open to the public.

• Large Scale Development at 51 Bradley Cove Road (LSDV-0621-000096)
• Special Use Permit for Auto Service Station at 109 Weir Road (SPUP-0721-000085)
• Special Use Permit for Commercial Amusement business on Dow Rd south of Lock and Dam Rd (SPUP-0721-000106)
• Large Scale Development at 2401 S Arkansas Ave (LSDV-0721-000105)
• Zone Text Amendment to update Table of Permitted Uses (ZONE-0721-000104)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a large-scale development application for a casino, hotel, and annex at 51 Bradley Cove Road, with conditions including annexation, traffic improvements, and landscaping. The commission also approved a special use permit for a Discount Tire facility, a sand volleyball court, a new kiln for West Fraser, and a zoning text amendment. All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved large-scale development for Gulfside casino/hotel at 51 Bradley Cove Rd (7-1)
• Approved special use permit for Discount Tire at 109 Weir Rd (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for sand volleyball court on Dow Rd (unanimous)
• Approved large-scale development for West Fraser kiln at 4820 E Main St (unanimous)
• Approved zoning text amendment to allow warehousing in CNS zone (7-1)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is holding a regular meeting on July 27, 2021, at the Central Fire Station and online. The agenda text provided contains only the meeting header and location, with no listed agenda items, indicating the meeting is likely procedural or the substantive items are not included in this excerpt.

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from its May 25 and June 4 meetings and set September 18 and 25 as the dates for police and fire new-hire testing. Arrangements were also made to observe a Battalion Chief assessment on August 25. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes for May 25 and June 4, 2021
• Set September 18 and 25 for police and fire new-hire testing
• Arranged observation of Battalion Chief assessment on August 25

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss two items: a review of the Russellville Police Department salary structure and plan increase, and a proposed renovation of the James Park basketball courts. Both items are listed for discussion only, with no formal votes or decisions indicated on the agenda.

• Discussion and review of RPD Salary Structure & Plan Increase
• Discussion regarding renovation of James Park Basketball Courts, submitted by Chris Olson

The council approved a $38,900 appropriation from Parks and Rec for lights and renovation of the James Park basketball courts, with a 7-0 voice vote. The project is funded partly by grants and donations totaling $92,000, and the city's portion is the approved amount. The council also discussed a proposed RPD salary structure increase but took no action, scheduling a finance committee meeting for August 5, 2021.

• Approved $38,900 appropriation for James Park basketball court lights/renovation (7-0)
• Discussed RPD salary structure increase; no vote taken, further review scheduled

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss and potentially revise design guidelines, including rules on graffiti, paint colors, and other downtown improvements. They will also consider funding for a training course, a downtown walkabout, parking issues, and ongoing projects like the Old Town Neighborhood survey and the Latimore Tourist Home.

• Graffiti at 207 N. Commerce Avenue and possible design guideline update
• Revised guidelines for paint colors
• Funding for NAPC virtual summer short course on August 24-25
• Parking in downtown historic district
• Report on downtown streetscape

The Russellville Historic District Commission met on July 22, 2021, and approved the minutes from the May 27 meeting with a correction. The commission discussed graffiti on several downtown buildings, revised paint color guidelines, and unapproved work on the Jackalope building, but took no votes on these items. They also discussed a possible October walkabout, parking, and design guidelines, with no formal decisions made.

• Approved May 27, 2021 minutes with correction (voice vote)
• Discussed graffiti remediation on multiple buildings; no action taken
• Discussed revised paint color guidelines; no vote
• Discussed unapproved sealant on Jackalope building; no action
• Discussed possible October walkabout; no formal decision
• Discussed parking in historic district; no action
• Discussed revised design guidelines; no vote
• Adjourned at 7:20 PM (voice vote)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to accept the June 2021 minutes and manager's report, which includes fuel sales and financial statistics. They will also discuss old business, including the 2021 AIP grant project and a recommendation to apply for up to $400K in ADA funding for new hangars, as well as new business on a hangar purchase and the 2022 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Jet A sales: 7,732 gallons; AVGAS: 4,130 gallons; total fuel volume: 11,862 gallons in June 2021
• YTD fuel volume: 45,6761 gallons (37.52% increase vs. May 2020)
• City hangar occupancy: 79.18%; city enclosed hangar 100%; city shade hangars 40%; private hangars 100%
• Discussion of new hangars and formal recommendation to apply for ADA funding up to $400K
• New business: hangar purchase and 2022 CIP

The Russellville Airport Commission approved the purchase of John Harris's hangar for $25,000 in cash, with leases for office and hangar space to John Harris and Survival Flight. The commission also discussed a $760,000 AIP grant project, with the city responsible for $253,000, and tabled the 2022 CIP review until next month.

• Approved purchase of John Harris hangar for $25,000 cash
• Approved lease of office space to John Harris at $250/month through 12/31/2022
• Approved lease of hangar space to Survival Flight at $250/month, increasing to $650/month for entire building after Harris vacates
• Accepted manager's report unanimously
• Accepted minutes from 6/22/2021 meeting

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve the minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting, receive a financial report for June 2021, and hear updates on the Memorial Addition roadway and grounds maintenance. The public may address concerns during the meeting.

• Approval of June 15, 2021 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending June 30, 2021
• Public comment period
• Update on Memorial Addition roadway
• Update on grounds maintenance

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission awarded a 17-month grounds maintenance contract to Mowbility Landscaping, owned by Colton Grace, for $68,000, effective August 1, 2021, with monthly billing of $4,000 starting September 1. The commission also approved the June 15 meeting minutes and the June 2021 financial report, noting operating account balances of $134,447.72 and $153,258.20 in the perpetual care trust. Updates were given on the Memorial Addition roadway construction, which is on schedule with extra costs covered by contingency funds, and on headstone repairs along Detroit Ave, expected to finish by end of August.

• Approved minutes from June 15, 2021, regular meeting unanimously.
• Awarded grounds maintenance contract to Mowbility Landscaping for $68,000, term August 1, 2021–December 31, 2022.
• Approved two interim mowing/trimming jobs by Mowbility Landscaping at $2,200 each before contract start.
• Hired Lynn's Tree Service to remove a fallen tree for $300.
• Noted that insurance funds will be paid to McGee Monument for headstone repairs along Detroit Ave.
• Discussed potential headstone cleaning methods but took no action due to liability concerns.
• Discussed promoting the Memorial Garden for cremation niches and spaces.

City Council

The Russellville City Council is meeting to consider several appropriations, including $10,400 for fiber conduit installation and $54,109.89 for WiFi access points in parks and public buildings. They will also vote on an ordinance to raise the competitive bidding threshold from $20,000 to $35,000, and consider a rezoning request recommended for denial by the Planning Commission. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and financial reports.

• Appropriation of $10,400 from General Fund for fiber conduit installation cost sharing with ATU
• Appropriation of $54,109.89 from New Economic Development Fund for WiFi access points in city parks and public buildings
• Ordinance to raise competitive bidding requirement from $20,000 to $35,000 (second of three readings)
• Resolution to apply for Economic Development Administration grant for Russellville Downtown Streetscape Project
• Ordinance to rezone property submitted by Perihelion Solar (ZONE-0621-000094), recommended for denial

The Russellville City Council approved multiple appropriations and resolutions, including $774,085 for the Downtown Drainage Improvements Project and $25,000 for Hangar 4 West at the airport. The council tabled a police salary structure increase and a James Park basketball court renovation discussion until a special called meeting on July 26, 2021. A rezoning request was denied, and a property maintenance ordinance amendment failed to get a 2/3 majority for a first reading.

• Approved $774,085 for Downtown Drainage Improvements Project (8-0)
• Approved $25,000 for Hangar 4 West purchase (8-0)
• Approved $18,000 for South Knoxville Ave trail feasibility study (8-0)
• Approved $13,200 for Oakland Cemetery lawn care contract (8-0)
• Approved $1,088.04 payment for vehicle damage from fallen banner (6-2)
• Tabled RPD salary structure plan until July 26 special meeting (8-0)
• Denied rezoning request (ZONE-0621-000094) (8-0)
• Failed to suspend rules for property maintenance ordinance amendment (5-3)

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is meeting to discuss new business, including an indoor sports complex and an inclusive playground. The agenda also includes updates on several facilities and a monthly report. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Indoor Sports Complex discussion
• Inclusive Playground discussion
• Updates on Aquatic Center/Hughes Center, James School Park, M.J. Hickey Pool, M.J. Hickey Park Backstops, and Schoolhouse Trail
• Approval of minutes from March 11, 2021

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission met and discussed a potential indoor sports complex at Vick Field, with Mayor Harris asking commissioners to consider it as a future project. Terry Thomas updated the commission on the L.W.C.F. grant application for an inclusive playground at City Park, which is due at the end of August. The commission approved the minutes from the March 11 meeting. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved minutes from the 3-11-21 commission meeting
• Discussed indoor sports complex as a future project, no action taken
• Discussed inclusive playground grant application, no action taken

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission is meeting to handle routine business and several development requests. The agenda includes a commercial design waiver, a rezoning request, and two large-scale development proposals for properties in the city.

• Commercial Building Design Waiver at 5520 N Arkansas for Tobacco Town and Bates Distributing Co.
• Rezoning from CNS to C-2 at 1605 N Phoenix Avenue, requested by Perihelion Solar for Tim Carr.
• Large Scale Development at 4820 E Main Street by Robinson Construction for Tyson Foods.
• Large Scale Development at 51 Bradley Cove Road by Barrett & Associates for Gulfside Casino Partnership and others.

The Planning Commission unanimously voted to forward a rezoning request for 1605 N Phoenix Avenue to the City Council with a recommendation of denial. The request, submitted by Perihelion Solar on behalf of Tim Carr, sought to change the property from CNS Conservation District to C-2 Highway Commercial. Staff recommended denial due to floodway concerns, inconsistency with the comprehensive plan, and potential spot zoning. The commission also approved a commercial building design waiver for a warehouse at 5520 N Arkansas and two large-scale developments, including one for Tyson Foods and one for a proposed Gulfside casino, the latter of which will be reheard in August due to a procedural error.

• Approved minutes of June 3, 2021 meeting unanimously
• Approved Commercial Building Design Waiver for warehouse at 5520 N Arkansas (unanimous)
• Voted to forward rezoning request for 1605 N Phoenix Avenue to City Council with denial recommendation (unanimous)
• Approved Large Scale Development for Tyson Foods parking lot at 4820 E Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Large Scale Development for Gulfside Casino with conditions (4-1); item to be reheard in August due to procedural error

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and consider appropriating $663,000 for construction of a new hangar and access apron at the Russellville Municipal Airport. The funding would come from a $400,000 state grant (contingent on award) and $263,000 from the General Fund 2020 year-end carry forward balance. The agenda includes only this single item, which is a discussion and consideration, not a final decision.

• Appropriation of $263,000 from General Fund 2020 Year End Carry Forward Balance
• Contingent on awarding of two State Grants totaling $400,000
• Construction of Access Apron and a new 6 Bay Nested T-Hangar
• $28,790 contingency for steel price changes
• Total project cost: $663,000

The Russellville City Council approved an appropriation of $263,000 to fund construction of a new hangar at the Russellville Municipal Airport, with a 5-1 roll call vote. The decision commits the city to matching funds above a grant, as discussed by Mayor Richard Harris. Council member Eric Westcott voted against the motion.

• Approved the $263,000 appropriation for construction of a new hangar at Russellville Municipal Airport (5-1 vote, with Eric Westcott voting no)
• Discussed grant application language requiring the city to start the project immediately upon grant approval
• Considered potential financial help from Alliance for economic development, but no action was taken
• Noted that steel prices are rising, with vendors holding prices for only seven days and a 40% increase in steel costs

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to review the manager's report, accept minutes, and discuss old and new business. Key items include a potential recommendation to apply for up to $400,000 in funding for new hangars, an update on the 2021 AIP grant project, and a report on fuel sales and financials.

• Discussion of new hangars and formal recommendation to apply to the ADA for funding up to $400K
• Update on 2021 AIP Grant Project
• Update on 1% gross from Ingold Aviation
• May 2021 fuel sales: 7,503 gallons Jet A, 4,119 gallons AVGAS, total 11,622 gallons
• Fall Fly-In and public Open House event planning

The Russellville Airport Commission accepted the May 2021 minutes and the manager's report, both by 6-0 votes. The commission confirmed the 2021 AIP Grant Project is fully funded and will begin July 12, with Blackstone as contractor. The July meeting was moved to July 20. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted May 25, 2021 minutes (6-0)
• Accepted manager's report for May 2021 (6-0)
• Approved moving July meeting to July 20 (6-0)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will vote on several appropriations, resolutions, and ordinances, including funding for retirement payouts, drainage improvement projects, and a police vehicle repair. It will also hold public hearings on an industrial bond agreement with Americold and on vacating rights-of-way, and consider rezoning requests and a change to the competitive bidding threshold.

• Appropriation of $80,668.55 for retirement payouts to police and fire personnel
• Resolution to apply for a grant for a six-nested hangar and apron at the municipal airport
• Resolutions for engineering services for Brookside, East 22nd Street, and West Main Place drainage projects
• Appropriation of $165,500 for engineering services for South Knoxville Ave sidewalk improvements
• Ordinance to raise competitive bidding requirement from $20,000 to $35,000

The Russellville City Council approved an industrial bond ordinance and payment-in-lieu-of-taxes agreement with Americold Russellville, LLC, along with a related resolution authorizing the mayor to sign the PILOT agreement. The council also approved multiple appropriations, including $165,500 for engineering services for the South Knoxville sidewalk project and $80,668.55 for retirement payouts. A motion to table a claim for vehicle damage from a fallen light pole banner was tabled until the July finance meeting.

• Approved Ordinance No. 2390 authorizing the Americold Russellville, LLC bond ordinance and PILOT agreement (8-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 1939 authorizing the mayor to sign the PILOT agreement with Americold Logistics (8-0)
• Approved $165,500 appropriation for South Knoxville Ave pedestrian improvement engineering services (8-0)
• Approved $80,668.55 appropriation for retirement payouts for police and fire personnel (8-0)
• Approved $28,127.58 appropriation for paving and striping reimbursement from City Corp (8-0)
• Approved $2,173.68 appropriation for police vehicle repair from insurance claim (8-0)
• Tabled claim for vehicle damage from fallen light pole banner until July Finance Meeting
• Approved Ordinance No. 2389 rezoning (second reading) (8-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report. They will also discuss updates on a roadway project for the Memorial Addition, a proposed grounds maintenance contract, and a fence along Detroit Avenue, which may be tabled to July.

• Approval of minutes from May 18, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending May 31, 2021
• Update on Memorial Addition roadway pre-construction meeting with Public Works and construction company
• Proposal to bid a grounds maintenance contract from approx. July 20, 2021 through Dec. 31, 2022
• Discussion of fence construction along east line of cemetery (Detroit Avenue), possible tabling to July

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved a motion to move forward with a new fence design along Detroit Avenue that omits the concrete base and includes manual sliding gates. The board also approved the May 18 meeting minutes and the May 2021 financial report, and agreed to rebid the grounds maintenance contract after previous bids were rejected. The commission voted to hold future meetings in the 2nd Floor Dining/Trophy Room.

• Approved the May 18, 2021 meeting minutes unanimously
• Approved the May 2021 financial report, showing operating account balance of $137,405.81 and perpetual care trust of $153,244.09
• Approved motion to proceed with fence design without concrete base, with flat top and manual sliding gates, and to take schematics to Public Works
• Approved motion to move meetings to the 2nd Floor Dining/Trophy Room until further notice

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission held a called meeting and approved a motion to recommend extending an offer of employment to Certified Officer Scottie Manning of the Pottsville Police Department, based on Chapter 3 Part 4, 'Suspension of Competition'. The motion was made by Jon Brown, seconded by Ruben Camacho, and passed. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended offer of employment to Officer Scottie Manning (passed)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 3, 2021, to consider several land-use items. These include a commercial building design waiver, a memorandum of understanding for parking in a right-of-way, two special use permits, and two rezoning requests. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 6, 2021 meeting.

• Commercial Building Design Waiver at 5520 N Arkansas (Tobacco Town, Bates Distributing Co.)
• MOU for parking in Right-of-Way at 104 South Rochester Ave (Arkansas Workforce)
• Special Use Permit for Print Shop in C-1 zone at 316 W Main St (The Print House, Dale Brothers of NW Ark #One LLC)
• Special Use Permit for Storage Building/Container Sale or Rental in C-2 at 3525 E Main St (Chadwin Dirks, Linda Mathis)
• Rezoning from R-2 to R-3 at 1401 N Parker Rd (ABL Properties LLC) and from R-2 to R-O in 1900 block of Fairway Blvd (Beaver Trails LLC)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a Memorandum of Understanding allowing Arkansas Workforce to use 5 feet of the right-of-way for 14 parking spaces along South Rochester Avenue, with 8 conditions, and forwarded it to the City Council. They also approved a special use permit for a print shop at 316 W Main St, a rezoning from R-2 to R-3 at 1401 N Parker Rd, and a rezoning from R-2 to R-O in the 1900 block of Fairway Blvd. A commercial building design waiver for 5520 N Arkansas was tabled, and a storage building/container sale or rental special use permit at 3525 E Main St was withdrawn from the agenda.

• Approved MOU for Arkansas Workforce parking in right-of-way at 104 S Rochester Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Print House at 316 W Main St with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-2 to R-3 at 1401 N Parker Rd (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning from R-2 to R-O in 1900 block of Fairway Blvd (unanimous)
• Tabled commercial building design waiver at 5520 N Arkansas (unanimous)
• Withdrew special use permit for storage building/container sale at 3525 E Main St (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board will review a request for additional signage at 2109 W Main Street. A previous application regarding an 8-foot fence at 206 Wisteria Court has been withdrawn.

• Signage variance for 2109 W Main Street (Walmart)
• Withdrawal of fence height variance for 206 Wisteria Court

The Board of Adjustment approved the May 6, 2021 minutes and unanimously granted a request to withdraw a fence variance application at 206 Wisteria Court. The board denied Walmart's request to increase signage to 400 square feet at 2109 W Main Street, instead approving the existing 316.41 square feet per staff recommendation. The vote was unanimous.

• Approved minutes of May 6, 2021 (unanimous)
• Granted withdrawal of fence variance application at 206 Wisteria Court (unanimous)
• Denied Walmart's variance to increase signage to 400 sq ft at 2109 W Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved Walmart retaining existing signage at 316.41 sq ft (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss survey forms, reference books, and whether to review paint colors or suggest palettes. They will also receive reports on the Latimore Tourist Home and Jackalope building, and consider revising ordinances to streamline the Certificate of Appropriateness process and change officer election timing.

• Discussion of survey forms, missing photos, and timeline for completion
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home
• Report on Jackalope building
• Possible vote on consolidating ordinances 2023, 2048, 2212, and 2236
• Possible vote on changing officer election month to coincide with planning commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission met on May 27, 2021, and approved the minutes from the April 22 meeting. They discussed the survey timeline for the Old Town area, noting that the final report is due June 25, 2021, and that Terracon is paid $4,000 per milestone. The commission also discussed whether to review paint colors in the historic district, with a consensus leaning toward recommending color palettes rather than regulating them. No formal decisions were made on these topics, and the meeting adjourned at 7:05 PM.

• Approved minutes of April 22, 2021 meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed survey timeline; final report due June 25, 2021
• Discussed paint color review; no decision made
• Discussed reference books for residents; no decision made
• Discussed consolidating ordinances; no vote needed
• Adjourned at 7:05 PM (voice vote)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to accept the minutes from April 26, 2021, and to hear the airport manager's report on fuel sales, accounts receivable, and hangar occupancy. They will also discuss old business including the 2021 AIP grant project, scheduled air service, and a possible application for up to $400K in ADA funding for new hangars.

• Jet A sales in April 2021: 5008 gallons
• AVGAS sales in April 2021: 4731 gallons
• Accounts receivable aging for April 2020: 0>90
• City hangar occupancy: 79.18%, enclosed 100%, shade 40%, private 100%
• Discussion on applying for up to $400K in ADA funding for new hangars

The Russellville Airport Commission accepted the minutes from the April 27, 2021 meeting and the manager's report, both passed 6-0. The commission discussed the 2021 AIP Grant Project, noting FAA approval and a grant agreement for $676,047, with the mayor having signed and the city attorney's signature pending. No new business or miscellaneous items were discussed, and the meeting adjourned at 6:46 PM.

• Approved minutes from 4/27/2021 (6-0)
• Approved manager's report (6-0)
• Discussed 2021 AIP Grant Project: FAA approved, grant agreement received, mayor signed, city attorney signature pending
• Noted FAA will pay 100% of $676,047 grant (previously 90-10)
• Discussed meeting with mayor and Paul Harvel on scheduled air service after Memorial Day
• Discussed new hangars: six commitment letters, cost ~$700,000, potential state grants up to $400,000

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved minutes from three prior meetings, reelected Phillip Lea as Chairman and Bert Fleck as Executive Secretary, and voted to edit the police new hire list after an executive session. The commission also scheduled police and fire department testing dates.

• Approved minutes for Feb 23, Mar 9, Apr 27, 2021
• Reelected Phillip Lea as Chairman
• Reelected Bert Fleck as Executive Secretary
• Voted to edit police new hire list
• Scheduled police new-hire testing for June 5 and 12
• Scheduled lieutenant promotional testing for June 8
• Set Aug 25, 2021 for Battalion Chief promotional testing

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider a wide range of financial appropriations and resolutions, including funding for park improvements, police department window replacement, and fire hose purchases. They will also hold public hearings on an industrial bond ordinance and several rezoning and special use permit requests. The agenda includes routine items such as minutes approval and committee reports.

• Appropriation of $116,547.53 from Parks and Rec Special Fund for park master plan projects
• Resolution to accept bid for police department window replacement ($37,950 appropriation)
• Public hearing for industrial bond ordinance with Americold Russellville, LLC
• Rezoning requests for Universal Housing Group and James Lee
• Special use permits for distribution warehouse, auto repair shop, and fueling area

The Russellville City Council approved numerous financial appropriations and resolutions, including funding for the Schoolhouse Trail Phase 1, a sidewalk maintenance project, and various park and fire department improvements. The council also approved reappointments, special use permits, and rezoning ordinances, and tabled a property maintenance ordinance amendment until the June meeting.

• Approved reappointment of Scott Steuber to Housing Authority Board (8-0)
• Approved nomination of Jonathon Brown to Civil Service Commission (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 reimbursement for Main Street Russellville (8-0)
• Approved $37,950 for police department window replacement (8-0)
• Approved $90,507.93 for Schoolhouse Trail Phase 1 (8-0)
• Approved $116,547.53 for park master plan projects (8-0)
• Approved special use permit for distribution warehouse at 5520 N Arkansas Ave (8-0)
• Tabled property maintenance ordinance amendment until June meeting (7-1)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report. They will also receive updates on a proposed road construction bid for the Memorial Addition and on grounds maintenance bids opened May 12.

• Approval of April 20, 2021 minutes
• Financial report for month ending April 30, 2021
• Update on proposed bid from Hardrock Construction for Memorial Addition roadway, sent to City Council
• Update on bids for cemetery grounds maintenance (mowing/trimming) opened May 12
• Report on Decoration Month at Oakland

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission unanimously approved the April 20, 2021 meeting minutes. They reviewed the April financial report, heard updates on the Memorial Addition roadway bid sent to City Council, and discussed two mowing bids that exceeded the budgeted amount. No new business was presented.

• Approved April 20, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Reviewed April 2021 financial report: operating account $101,048.97, trust account $153,212.36
• Heard update on Memorial Addition roadway bid from Hardrock Construction sent to City Council
• Discussed two mowing bids for June 2021-December 2022, both exceeding budget

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on May 6, 2021, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes new business items such as large-scale developments, special use permits, right-of-way vacations, and rezoning requests. No unfinished business is listed.

• Large-scale developments at 104 S Rochester Ave, 305 Darby Ln, and 5520 N Arkansas Ave
• Special use permits for warehousing/trailer terminal at 5520 N Arkansas and auto repair garage on Lock and Dam Rd
• Vacation of portions of North Erie Ave and East F St rights-of-way at 514 N Erie Ave
• Vacation of S Tulsa right-of-way in Brookview Estates and Madison White Addition
• Rezonings: 1701 S Detroit (R-2 to R-3) and 3204 N Arkansas (R-2 to C-2)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved several large-scale developments, including a 4,000 sq ft addition at 104 South Rochester Avenue, a 16,000 sq ft industrial building at 305 Darby Lane, and a 32,000 sq ft office/warehouse at 5520 N Arkansas Avenue. The commission also approved two right-of-way vacations, two rezoning requests, and forwarded two special use permits to the City Council. A commercial building design waiver for the 5520 N Arkansas property was tabled.

• Approved 4,000 sq ft addition at 104 South Rochester Ave (unanimous)
• Approved 16,000 sq ft industrial building at 305 Darby Lane with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 32,000 sq ft office/warehouse at 5520 N Arkansas Ave with conditions (unanimous)
• Tabled commercial building design waiver at 5520 N Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Bates distribution warehouse at 5520 N Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for Wayne Smith Trucking auto repair at 700 block Lock and Dam Rd (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of right-of-way at 514 North Erie Ave and East F St (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of right-of-way between Brookview Estates and Madison White Addition (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will consider three variance requests during its regular meeting. These items include proposed additions to non-conforming structures and a request for new signage.

• Addition to non-conforming structure at 218 W Circle Drive
• Addition to non-conforming structure in El Paso District at 512 N Jonesboro Avenue
• 390.19 square feet of signage at 2409 E Main Street

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved three variance requests: an addition to a non-conforming home at 218 W Circle Drive, an addition and gravel parking variance at 512 N Jonesboro Avenue, and a signage variance for Walmart at 2409 E Main Street. All approvals were made as presented by staff, with conditions for the Jonesboro and Walmart items.

• Approved variance for addition at 218 W Circle Drive (unanimous)
• Approved variance for addition and gravel parking at 512 N Jonesboro Ave with condition to pave when street improvements completed (unanimous)
• Approved variance for Walmart signage exceeding limit by 390.19 sq ft, with reduction to 590 sq ft (unanimous)
• Elected Blake Tarpley as Chairman, Don Jacimore as Vice Chairman, Justin Cothren as Secretary (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 8, 2021 (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to review past minutes and handle police personnel matters. They will arrange a proctor for the May 6 lieutenant promotional exam and set a date for police new hire testing. No old business or fire department items are on the agenda.

• Arrange proctor for May 6 Lieutenant promotional exam
• Set date for Police new hire testing
• Review February 23 and March 9, 2021 minutes

The Russellville Civil Service Commission met on April 27, 2021, but no quorum was present, so no business was conducted. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 p.m. and adjourned at 5:14 p.m. without any decisions or votes.

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to review the manager's report on fuel sales and hangar occupancy, and to discuss old and new business. Key items include the 2021 AIP grant project, scheduled air service talks, and a proposal to apply for up to $400K in funding for new hangars. The agenda also includes a correction to the previous minutes regarding YTD fuel for February.

• Jet A sales in March 2021: 5069 gallons; AVGAS: 4205 gallons
• YTD fuel volume through March 2021: 23,538 gallons, up 23.51% from March 2019
• City hangar occupancy: 79.18%; enclosed hangars 100%; shade hangars 40%
• Discussion on FAA funding increase for Taxiway B Project
• Proposal to apply for up to $400K in funding for new hangars

The Russellville Airport Commission approved the minutes and the manager's report, both by 6-0 votes. They discussed the Taxiway B apron project, noting that all bids came in over budget but the FAA approved an additional $65,000 in funding, and the project is now awaiting FAA approval. They also discussed potential scheduled air service and new hangar funding, but no formal decisions were made on those items.

• Approved minutes of 4/27/2021 (6-0)
• Approved manager's report (6-0)
• Noted FAA approved $65,000 additional funding for Taxiway B apron project

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to review a Terracon contract with timeline revisions due to Covid, discuss consolidating ordinance revisions, and consider enacting a Technical Review meeting to prevent incomplete Certificates of Appropriateness. They will also address unfinished business like a revised letter and brochure for property owners, and handle new business including terms ending and officer elections.

• Review Terracon contract and Covid-related timeline revisions
• Discussion of consolidating ordinance revisions (2023, 2048, 2212, 2236)
• Consider enacting Technical Review meeting to prevent incomplete COAs
• Revised letter to property owners and business owners
• Election of officers to correspond with planning commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission met on April 22, 2021, and approved the minutes from the March 25 meeting. The commission discussed revising survey timelines for the Old Town area, consolidating ordinance revisions, and possibly adding technical review meetings for certificate of appropriateness applicants, but no votes were taken on these items. They also discussed commissioner terms, color review in the historic district, and a letter/brochure for property owners, with no decisions made.

• Approved minutes of March 25, 2021 meeting (voice vote)
• Discussed survey timeline revisions; no vote taken
• Discussed consolidating ordinance revisions (2023, 2048, 2212, 2236); no vote taken
• Discussed technical review meetings for COA applicants; no vote taken
• Discussed commissioner terms and appointment timeline; no vote taken
• Discussed reviewing historic district colors; no vote taken
• Discussed letter and brochure for property owners; no vote taken

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business and public concerns. They will vote on the March minutes, hear a financial update, and discuss cemetery maintenance and a roadway for the Memorial Addition. New business includes possibly establishing a Decoration Day or Month in May.

• Approval of March 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending March 2021
• Public concerns about mowing and overall cemetery grounds
• Update on roadway for Memorial Addition
• Discussion and approval for Decoration Day or Decoration Month in May

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission voted unanimously to terminate the current grounds-maintenance contract and open the contract for bidding, after public concerns about mowing and cemetery appearance. During the 30-day interim period, the commission accepted a one-time free mowing offer from Donny Turney (River Valley Tree Service) and gave Director Warwick discretion to arrange additional mowing as needed. The commission also approved a May 2021 Decoration Month with staff and commissioners available on May 9, and discussed financial reports and the Memorial Addition roadway project.

• Approved minutes from March 16, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Terminated current grounds-maintenance contract (unanimous)
• Opened grounds-maintenance contract for bidding (unanimous)
• Allowed interim mowing: accepted Donny Turney's one-time free mowing offer and gave Director Warwick discretion for additional mowing (unanimous)
• Approved May 2021 Decoration Month with staff/commissioners available May 9, 1-4 p.m. (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is meeting to consider several financial items, including a resolution endorsing Rockline Industries for the state Tax Back program, multiple appropriations and reimbursements, and a new water supply agreement with Tri County Regional Water Distribution District. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval and a code enforcement update.

• Resolution certifying local government endorsement of Rockline Industries for the Tax Back program
• Appropriation of $12,000 for Historic District Grant Pass Through for Old Town Neighborhood Historic Resources Survey
• Reimbursement of $4,242.02 to Arkansas Valley Alliance for February expenses
• Reimbursement of $20,000 to Russellville Boys and Girls Club for 1st Quarter expenses
• Ordinance approving new water supply agreement with Tri County Regional Water Distribution District

The Russellville City Council voted 4-3 to reject a resolution declaring the city a 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn,' with councilmembers stating it was not the city's place to decide the matter. The council approved a $676,047 appropriation for airport Taxiway B improvements, a new water supply agreement with Tri County Regional Water Distribution District, and several other appropriations and reimbursements. All other items passed by voice vote, mostly 7-0, with one abstention on the Rockline Industries Tax Back endorsement resolution.

• Rejected 'Sanctuary City for the Unborn' resolution (4-3)
• Approved $676,047 airport Taxiway B grant appropriation (7-0)
• Approved new water supply agreement with Tri County Regional Water Distribution District (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1915 accepting airport Taxiway B bid (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 1913 endorsing Rockline Industries for Tax Back program (6-1, Harris abstained)
• Approved $12,000 Historic District Grant pass-through for Old Town survey (7-0)
• Approved $20,000 reimbursement to Russellville Boys and Girls Club (7-0)
• Approved $4,242.02 and $5,441.35 reimbursements to Arkansas Valley Alliance (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission unanimously approved a Large Scale Development for ConAgra's parking lot expansion at 3100 E Main Street, with conditions including finalizing an incidental subdivision, extending sidewalks, and providing a drainage report. They also forwarded a Special Use Permit for a used auto sales business at 3518 S Arkansas Avenue to the City Council, and a rezoning from R-O to C-4 at 1703 W Main Street for a proposed ice cream parlor/coffee shop. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved ConAgra parking lot expansion (LSDV-0321-000058) with conditions (unanimous)
• Forwarded Special Use Permit for used auto sales at 3518 S Arkansas Ave to City Council (unanimous)
• Forwarded rezoning from R-O to C-4 at 1703 W Main St to City Council (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for minimal re-pointing and painting at 302 W. Main Street. They will also discuss the status of a Terracon report, an update on the Latimore Tourist Home, and how to correctly fill out COA applications, which have been lacking. The commission will address expiring terms, commissioner attendance, and election of officers postponed from the last meeting.

• Review of COA for 302 W. Main Street for minimal re-pointing and painting
• Status update on Terracon report
• Latimore Tourist Home update
• Discussion on correctly filling out COA applications
• Terms ending March 2021 and election of officers

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for minimal re-pointing and painting at 302 W. Main Street, with a condition requiring Type-N mortar. The commission also approved minutes as corrected and voted to keep officers, with Leo Cantu as Vice-Chair. No other substantive decisions were made; several items were discussed but not voted on.

• Approved COA for 302 W. Main Street with condition to use Type-N mortar (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of February 25, 2021 as corrected (voice vote)
• Voted to keep officers, with Leo Cantu as Vice-Chair (voice vote)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to discuss routine reports and several business items. The agenda includes accepting the minutes and manager's report, reviewing the Capital Improvement Plan, discussing a report on Snowmageddon 2021, and considering a request to sell unused airport property. New business includes a 2021 AIP grant project, a meeting with the mayor about scheduled air service, and a trash receptacle item.

• Review of Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
• Snowmageddon 2021 report
• Plan to request sale of unused airport property
• 2021 AIP Grant Project
• Meeting with Mayor and Paul Harvel to discuss scheduled air service

The Russellville Airport Commission met on March 23, 2021, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the manager's report, both by 5-0 votes. The commission decided to hold off on selling unused airport property, as a potential aviation business lease is being considered. The 2021 AIP grant project bid date was announced, and a meeting with the mayor and Paul Harvel about scheduled air service is planned for the following Monday.

• Approved minutes from 3/2/2021 (5-0)
• Approved manager's report (5-0)
• Held off on selling unused airport property due to potential aviation business lease

City Council

The council approved a resolution accepting a bid for the South Waterloo Avenue roadway improvement project and appropriated $95,248 from the Street Fund Sales Tax Improvement for it. A resolution outlining procedures to assess M.J. Hickey pool repairs failed on a 4-4 vote after a motion to amend also failed. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a Tax Back Program endorsement for Americold and a grant application for airport taxiway improvements.

• Approved Resolution No. 1905 to use state aid street monies for E. 16th Street overlay.
• Approved transfer of $93,919 between General Fund departments for two staff positions moving to Fire Department.
• Approved transfer of $75,000 in Business License Revenue budget from Planning to Administration.
• Approved Resolution No. 1906 authorizing destruction of 2013 accounting records.
• Appropriated $3,733.65 from General Fund Reserve for police vehicle repair.
• Approved Resolution No. 1907 accepting bid for South Waterloo Ave. roadway improvement project.
• Approved Resolution No. 1908 certifying Americold for Tax Back Program participation.
• Approved Resolution No. 1909 to apply for airport taxiway improvement grant.

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to continue discussions on a proposed fence and gates along Detroit Ave and the 2021 projects, which were tabled from a previous meeting. The public can address concerns during the meeting.

• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending February 2021
• Continued discussion of proposed fence and gates along east line (Detroit Ave)
• Continued discussion of 2021 projects, including holiday flags (tabled to April)
• Update on north line beautification project along 8th Street

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved spending up to $3,000 for about 50 American flags and brackets for special occasions. They tabled a decision on proposed fence and gates along Detroit Ave until more information is available. The 8th Street beautification project was reported complete, and the Memorial Addition roadway schematics are done with bidding to begin soon.

• Approved minutes from February 22, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved up to $3,000 for 50 American flags and brackets (unanimous)
• Tabled fence and gates discussion along Detroit Ave until next meeting (unanimous)

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission will hold its monthly meeting, including the election of a new commission chairman and discussion of grant opportunities for a skills bike park proposed by River Valley Ozark Off-Road Cyclists. The agenda also includes updates on several park and facility projects, such as backstops and score booths at M.J. Hickey, the Aquatic Center, James School Park bathrooms, and M.J. Hickey Pool. No votes on these items are listed on the agenda.

• Election of Commission Chairman
• Grant opportunities for River Valley Ozark Off-Road Cyclists Skills Bike Park
• Updates on M.J. Hickey Backstops and Score Booths
• Updates on Aquatic Center and James School Park Bathrooms
• Updates on M.J. Hickey Pool

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission elected Greg Hines as chairman for 2021. It approved a $25,000 Arkansas Department of Health grant for basketball goals and fencing at James Park, and will apply for a $500,000 ArDOT grant for trail Phase II. The commission also approved a motion to submit an application for a 50/50 tourism grant for an inclusive playground at City Park, and approved a request from River Valley Ozark Off-Road Cyclists to build a mountain bike skills course at Illinois Bayou Park, pending Corps of Engineers approval. Additionally, the commission approved getting cost estimates for shade at Waco Basin Park, new floats at the ski area dock, and a new sign at Hickey Park.

• Elected Greg Hines as commission chairman for 2021.
• Approved $25,000 Arkansas Department of Health grant for basketball goals and fencing at James Park.
• Approved applying for an 80/20 ArDOT grant of $500,000 for Phase II of the trail system.
• Approved submitting an application for a 50/50 tourism grant for an inclusive playground at City Park.
• Approved the River Valley Ozark Off-Road Cyclists' request to build a mountain bike skills course at Illinois Bayou Park, pending Corps of Engineers approval.
• Approved getting cost estimates for shade at Waco Basin Park, new floats at the ski area dock, and a new sign at Hickey Park.

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission recommended hiring certified officer Lydia Mitchell for the police department. The commission also entered executive session to discuss applicants on the Police New Hire List and voted to edit the list. A date was set for lieutenant promotional testing.

• Recommended hiring certified officer Lydia Mitchell (approved)
• Voted to edit the Police New Hire List
• Set May 6, 2021 for lieutenant promotional testing

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will meet to review a request for a zoning variance. The board will decide if a property owner may exceed the allowed square footage for accessory structures.

• Variance request (VARI-0221-000047) for 1,687 square feet of accessory structures at 1607 Hilltop Drive, exceeding the 793.5 foot allotment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing 1,687 square feet of accessory structures at 1607 Hilltop Drive, exceeding the 793.5 square foot allotment. The variance was granted with a condition that the building be used for personal use only, not commercial. The board also postponed officer elections until April and approved the January minutes.

• Approved variance for 1,687 sq ft accessory structures at 1607 Hilltop Drive (unanimous)
• Postponed officer election until April meeting (unanimous)
• Approved January 7, 2021 minutes as written (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review several land use requests, including a rezoning for 4320 E Main Street and a special use permit for an internet radio tower. The agenda also includes a request to vacate a portion of the right-of-way in Madison White Addition.

• Rezoning property from R-2 to C-2 at 4320 E Main Street
• Special Use Permit for a 75’ Internet Radio Tower at 1009 E Parkway
• Vacation of right-of-way between lots 4-6 and 7-9, block 4, Madison White Addition
• Memorandum of Understanding for a trash enclosure at 915 E Main Street

The Russellville Planning Commission unanimously approved four items: vacating a portion of right-of-way in the Madison White Addition, a memorandum of understanding for a trash enclosure at 915 E Main Street, rezoning 4320 E Main Street from R-2 to C-2, and a special use permit for a 48-foot internet radio tower at 1009 E Parkway. The commission also appointed Paul Gray to the Board of Adjustment. All decisions were forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved vacation of 120 feet of unopened right-of-way in Madison White Addition, with utility easement retained (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of understanding for trash enclosure in right-of-way at 915 E Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning of 4320 E Main Street from R-2 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for 48-foot internet radio tower at 1009 E Parkway with conditions (unanimous)
• Appointed Paul Gray to the Board of Adjustment (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to accept minutes, hear the manager's report on fuel sales and finances, and discuss old and new business including a CIP review, a 2021 AIP grant project, a report on Snowmageddon 2021, and a plan to request selling unused airport property. The agenda includes specific fuel volume and self-sufficiency statistics for December 2020 and January 2021.

• Jet A sales: 4,837 gallons (Dec 2020), 4,284 gallons (Jan 2021)
• AVGAS sales: 2,241 gallons (Dec 2020), 4,350 gallons (Jan 2021)
• Self-sufficiency: 59.72% (Dec 2020), 83.75% (Jan 2021)
• 2021 AIP Grant Project discussion
• Plan to request to sell unused airport property

The Russellville Airport Commission accepted the manager's report and elected Les Teaff as Vice Chair and Bill Rowlett as Secretary, all by 5-0 votes. The commission discussed the 2021 AIP grant project, which was changed to move Taxiway B to a 105-foot separation from Taxiway A to meet FAA compliance, with the FAA providing an additional $230,000 in funding. The project, estimated at $602,000, will require the city to fund 20% upfront, with state matching expected to result in zero net cost; the mayor and airport manager will seek City Council approval. No formal vote was taken on the project itself, and the commission also discussed selling 4 acres of unused airport property, which remains in discussion with the FAA and a trucking company.

• Accepted minutes from 11/24/2020 (5-0)
• Accepted manager's report (5-0)
• Elected Les Teaff as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Elected Bill Rowlett as Secretary (5-0)
• Discussed 2021 AIP grant project to move Taxiway B for FAA compliance; no vote taken
• Discussed selling 4 acres of unused airport property; still in discussion

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for window lettering and a hanging sign at 115 W. Main Street, contingent on a city sign permit. It tabled a COA for exterior changes at 110 N. Commerce Avenue until the next meeting, as the owner works with a consultant. The commission also voted to review brick for the Jackalope Building and postponed officer elections until March.

• Approved COA for 115 W. Main Street (Jenkins Building) for window lettering and a 22" x 30" hanging sign, contingent on a sign permit.
• Tabled COA for 110 N. Commerce Avenue for unpermitted facade changes until next month.
• Approved motion to review and approve brick for the Jackalope Building to ensure it matches existing brick.
• Postponed election of officers until the March meeting.
• Approved minutes of the January 28, 2021 meeting as written.

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider an ordinance that would waive competitive bidding for the renovation of Hickey Pool. If approved, the ordinance would authorize the mayor and city clerk-treasurer to sign all necessary documents for the service.

• Ordinance waiving competitive bidding for Hickey Pool renovation
• Authorization for mayor and city clerk-treasurer to sign documents

The council held a special meeting to consider an ordinance waiving competitive bidding for Hickey Pool renovation. A motion to suspend rules and read the ordinance by title only failed twice (4-3), but a motion to read it in full for the first of three readings passed (5-3). A separate appropriation of $224,860 for the project was tabled (7-0).

• Motion to suspend rules and read ordinance by title only failed (4-3)
• Motion to read ordinance by title only for first reading failed (4-3)
• Motion to read ordinance in full for first reading passed (5-3)
• Appropriation of $224,860 for Hickey Pool renovation tabled (7-0)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several items, including selecting Blackstone Construction as construction manager for a major downtown sewer, water, utility, streetscape, roadway, and drainage improvement project, and approving related agreements. They will also vote on rezoning requests, special use permits, and various appropriations, including a $13,542.58 salary adjustment and a $155.26 reimbursement.

• Resolution selecting Blackstone Construction, LLC as Construction Manager for downtown infrastructure project
• Appropriation of $13,542.58 for one-time salary adjustments
• Rezoning from R-1 to C-2 at 138, 206, 228 Bradley Cove Road (third reading)
• Rezoning from R-1 to C-2 at 5520 North Arkansas Avenue (second reading)
• Special use permit for custom woodworking at 2515 East 2nd Street

The Council approved resolutions selecting Blackstone Construction, LLC as construction manager and authorizing agreements for the Master Downtown Sewer, Water, Utility, Streetscape, Roadway and Drainage Improvement Project, despite a failed motion to table the items. The Council also approved the 2021 Capital Asset Fund budget, several special fund budgets, and a rezoning for properties on Bradley Cove Road.

• Approved Resolution No. 1900 selecting Blackstone Construction, LLC as Construction Manager for the downtown improvement project (7-1).
• Approved Resolution No. 1901 authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Blackstone Construction for construction management services (7-1).
• Approved the agreement with City Corp regarding responsibilities and cost allocation for the downtown project (7-1).
• Approved the 2021 Capital Asset Fund budget, excluding the Automatic Door at the Aquatic Center (8-0).
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2378 rezoning 138, 206, and 228 Bradley Cove Road from R-1 to C-2 (6-2).
• Approved Resolution No. 1904 declaring intent to partner with Friends of the Latimore Tourist Home, Inc. (8-0).
• Denied the rezoning request for 416 East 3rd Street (8-0).
• Approved the 2021 Special Budget Funds and related resolutions (8-0).

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission will review the January 26, 2021 minutes and consider changes to the recent police new-hire list. No other business is listed.

• Review of January 26, 2021 minutes
• Consider changes to police new-hire list

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the January 26, 2021 meeting. In new business, the commission entered executive session to edit the Police New Hire List and approved the edits. Following Chief Ewing's presentation, the commission approved a motion to allow the Russellville Police Department to rehire certified officer Daniel Coates.

• Approved minutes of January 26, 2021 meeting
• Entered executive session to edit Police New Hire List
• Approved edits to Police New Hire List
• Approved rehiring certified officer Daniel Coates to RPD

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission will meet to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to continue discussions on a proposed fence and gates along Detroit Ave, 2021 projects, and tree/shrub plantings. The meeting also includes public comment and election of officers.

• Approval of minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting
• Financial report for month ending January 2021
• Continued discussion of proposed fence and gates along east line (Detroit Ave)
• Discussion of 2021 projects including holiday flags
• Election of officers for Cemetery Board

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved two quotes totaling $5,299.93 to complete Phase 2 of the tree/shrub plantings along the north line (8th Street). They also approved a motion to professionally draw a concept for the proposed fence and gates along Detroit Avenue, and re-elected current officers. The minutes from January and the January financial report were approved.

• Approved minutes from January 19, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved $5,299.93 for Phase 2 north line plantings (unanimous)
• Approved motion to get professional drawing of proposed fence and gates (unanimous)
• Re-elected Mindy Hudson as Chairperson, Kenneth Startup as Vice-Chairperson, Rebecca Howell as Secretary (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting virtually on February 4, 2021. The agenda includes a Board of Adjustment member appointment, approval of prior minutes, and three new items: two special use permits for a carpentry/woodworking business and a storage building/container rental, plus a rezoning request. These are decisions the commission will make or discuss.

• Special Use Permit for carpentry/woodworking business at 2515 East 2nd Street (Paco's Farmhouse for Kriesel Properties)
• Special Use Permit for storage building/container sale or rental at 1610 S Arkansas Avenue (William Thornsberry)
• Rezoning from C-2 to R-3 at 416 East 3rd Street (Chuck Frankhouse)
• Board of Adjustment member appointment
• Approval of January 7, 2020 meeting minutes

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to review several Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for work on downtown buildings, including awnings, signs, and a façade. They will also hear status updates on the Terracon project and the Latimore Tourist Home. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and other routine business.

• COA for awnings at 208 & 212 W. Main Street (Sole 2 Soul)
• COA for window and hanging signs at 108 N Commerce Avenue (Retro Roasts)
• COA for Jackalope Cycling at 112-114 N. Commerce Avenue
• COA for façade work at 110 N. Commerce Avenue completed without approval
• COA for signage for Dog Ear Books at 110 N. Commerce Avenue

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to review December minutes and discuss police department hiring, including written testing for new hires and arrangements for a testing session on Saturday, January 30. No old business or fire department items are on the agenda.

• Review of December 22, 2020 meeting minutes
• Discussion of new hire written testing for police
• Arrangements for new hire testing on Saturday, January 30

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved a change to the police department's new-hire written test, eliminating the math section. The test will now consist of reading comprehension and grammar/punctuation/spelling sections. New-hire testing was scheduled for January 30 and interviews for February 6. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of December 22, 2020 meeting
• Eliminated math section from police new-hire written test
• Scheduled new-hire testing for January 30 and interviews for February 6

City Council

The Russellville City Council will vote on several financial items, including a $700,000 increase to the General Fund emergency reserve, a $73,076.92 line-item transfer, and reimbursements for Arkansas Valley Alliance and Main Street Russellville. They will also consider appointments to city boards, recognize K-9 units, and hold public hearings on rezoning and right-of-way vacations. Multiple rezoning and special use permit requests are on the agenda.

• Resolution to increase Emergency Reserve by $700,000 to $2,000,000
• Line-item transfer of $73,076.92 from General Fund for personnel accounts
• Rezoning from R-1 to C-2 at 138, 206, 228 Bradley Cove Road (second reading)
• Rezoning from R-1 to C-2 at 5520 North Arkansas Avenue
• Special use permit for automotive oil change center at 2207 E Main Street

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving minutes, reviewing finances, and getting status updates on a fence variance application and a memorial addition roadway. They will also continue discussing proposed 2021 projects, including holiday flags, and elect new board officers. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Approval of minutes from December 15, 2020 meeting
• Financial report for month ending December 30, 2020
• Status update on fence variance application and memorial addition roadway
• Continued discussion of 2021 projects, including holiday flags
• Election of officers for the Cemetery Board

The commission approved the December 2020 minutes and financial report. A variance for a fence along Detroit Avenue was granted, and the Memorial Addition roadway is ready to go out for bid. The annual election of officers was tabled until next month.

• Approved December 15, 2020 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved December 2020 financial report (unanimous)
• Noted fence variance granted for Detroit Avenue, fence within 2 feet of road
• Memorial Addition roadway drawings 50% complete, ready for bid
• Tabled annual election of officers until next meeting

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes electing a new commission chairman, reviewing updates on several park projects, and receiving a monthly report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Election of Commission Chairman
• James School Park Project update
• M.J. Hickey Park Backstops update
• M.J. Hickey Pool update
• Tournaments update

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission tabled the election of a new chairman until all commissioners are present. They discussed the 2021 fireworks display location, with no decision made, and received updates on several capital projects, including the James School Park project and M.J. Hickey Park backstops.

• Tabled election of Commission Chairman until all commissioners present
• Approved minutes from 11-12-20 meeting (motion by Hines, second by Clark)
• Discussed fireworks display location options (Pleasant View Park, Aquatic Center, downtown) — no decision
• Noted James School Park project out for bid, bids open Jan 26
• Noted construction began on Hickey Park backstops, completion by Feb 1
• Noted Hickey Pool repair cost estimate presented to City Council, pending full Council vote

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on January 7, 2021, to elect officers, approve minutes, and consider several land-use items. These include a rezoning request, two special use permits, two large-scale developments, a commercial building design waiver, and a recommendation to update the zoning code's Table of Permitted Uses. Two items were previously tabled by the applicant.

• Rezoning from R-1 to C-2 at 5520 North Arkansas Ave. (ZONE-1220-000034)
• Special use permit for automotive oil change service center at 2207 E Main St. (SPUP-1220-000033)
• Large scale development at 2700 E Main St. (Firestone/Bridgestone) (LSDV-1220-000035)
• Large scale development at 4100 Block of S. Arkansas Ave. (LSDV-1220-000037)
• Special use permit and design waiver for storage/container sales at 2011 East Parkway Dr. (SP.20.09.191, MS.20.09.103)

The Russellville Planning Commission held a virtual meeting on January 7, 2021, and approved several items, including a rezoning of 5520 North Arkansas Ave from R-1 to C-2, a special use permit for an automotive oil change service at 2207 E Main St, and two large-scale developments. They also approved a special use permit and commercial building design waiver for a storage building at 2011 East Parkway Drive with conditions, and updated the Table of Permitted Uses in the zoning code. All votes were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved rezoning 5520 North Arkansas Ave from R-1 to C-2 (unanimous, Smith abstaining)
• Approved special use permit for automotive oil change service at 2207 E Main St (unanimous)
• Approved large-scale development for storage building at 2700 E Main St (Firestone/Bridgestone) with condition (unanimous)
• Approved large-scale development for Weston Oil Bulk Fuel Station at 4100 Block S. Arkansas Ave with condition (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for storage building/container sales at 2011 East Parkway Dr with conditions (7-0, one abstention)
• Approved commercial building design waiver at 2011 East Parkway Dr with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved update to Table of Permitted Uses in zoning code (unanimous)
• Elected officers: Miller as Chairman, Jacimore as Vice Chairman, Cothern as Secretary (all unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment is meeting to consider variance requests regarding fence setbacks and heights. The board also postponed the election of officers to the February meeting.

• Variance for a 2-foot fence setback along S Detroit Avenue at Oakland Cemetery
• Variance for a 19-foot front yard setback at 2011 E Parkway Drive
• Variance for a 14-foot fence height at 1102 McKenzie Drive

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing a 2-foot setback for a fence at Oakland Cemetery along S Detroit Avenue, waiving the usual 10-foot requirement to protect graves without moving 96 of them. The board also approved a 14-foot fence at 1102 McKenzie Drive despite the 6-foot height limit, over staff's recommendation to deny. A variance request for a food truck and carport at 2011 E Parkway Drive was withdrawn by the applicant, who agreed to move the structures to meet the setback.

• Approved 2-foot fence setback variance at Oakland Cemetery, S Detroit Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved 14-foot fence variance at 1102 McKenzie Drive despite 6-foot limit (unanimous)
• Variance request for 2011 E Parkway Drive food truck/carport withdrawn by applicant
• Approved minutes of November 23, 2020 meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss appointing a council member as a liaison to the Latimore Home board, assign 2021 committee and liaison roles, and approve the 2021 Rules of Procedure and Standing Rules. These are routine administrative and organizational items.

• Discussion of liaison position to Latimore Home board
• 2021 Committee & Liaisons Assignments
• Resolution for Approval of 2021 Rules of Procedure and Standing Rules