Russellville public meetings in 2022

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission held no meetings in October, November, or December 2022. The agenda consists solely of this procedural note, with no items for decision or discussion.

The record indicates that no meetings were held by the Russellville Airport Commission during October, November, or December 2022. No actions were taken.

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider multiple resolutions and ordinances, including adopting 2023 special fund, EMS, and street fund budgets, amending water and wastewater rates, and approving several appointments and agreements. The meeting also includes final readings on vacating right-of-ways and adopting revised zoning, subdivision, and animal control codes.

• Approve 2023 special fund budgets, EMS, and street fund budgets
• Amend water and wastewater rates (Ordinances amending No. 2195 and 2194)
• Approve $110,500 appropriation for airport fuel sales budgets
• Authorize agreement with Main Street Russellville for downtown revitalization and Depot maintenance
• Authorize eminent domain for temporary construction easement on South Knoxville Ave for sidewalk and drainage

The City Council approved updated zoning and land subdivision codes effective January 1, 2023. The council also passed 2023 budgets for special funds and the street fund, and updated water and wastewater service rates.

• Adopted revised City Zoning Code (6-0)
• Adopted revised Land Subdivision and Development Code (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Special Fund, EMS, Fire, and Street Fund budgets (6-0)
• Amended water and wastewater system rates and fees (6-0)
• Approved Guaranteed Maximum Price for Downtown Streetscape Project (5-2)
• Approved $110,500 appropriation for Municipal Airport fuel and sales tax (6-0)
• Approved appointment of Adam Anderson (City Corp), Larry Smith and Justin Cothren (Planning Commission), and Seth Lake (Airport Commission) (6-0)
• Tabled revised City Animal Control Code (6-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and discuss the status of a bid process that was tabled by the Finance Committee. The commission is being asked to interview companies that submitted bid packets and report findings. The meeting also includes a reception for two retiring commissioners and a year-end report.

• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2022 meeting
• Financial report for month ending November 30, 2022
• Bid status: interviews of companies that submitted bid packets, findings to Finance Committee
• Reception for retiring commissioners Rebecca Howell and Kenneth Startup
• Year End Report by Director Warwick

The Commission approved the November 15, 2022, meeting minutes. Members reviewed the November financial report and scheduled interviews for mowing contract bidders to be submitted to the Finance Committee.

• Approved November 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Scheduled mowing contract bidder interviews for December 16 and 19

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 29, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes a request to table a special use permit for an automobile wrecking, salvage, or junkyard at 4320 E Main St., a vacation of 15 feet of N Hartford right-of-way at 805 E Parkway, and a vacation of a 10-foot utility easement at 103 Dawn Circle. The commission will also approve minutes from the November 3, 2022 meeting.

• Request to table special use permit for automobile wrecking/salvage/junkyard at 4320 E Main St. (SPUP-0922-000276)
• Vacation of 15' of N Hartford right-of-way along Lot 7 Blk 3 of JL Shinn Addition at 805 E Parkway (VAC-1022-000289)
• Vacation of 10' utility easement on west and north sides of Lot 56 of Marina Heights at 103 Dawn Circle

The Planning Commission approved the vacation of a 15-foot right-of-way at 805 E Parkway and a 10-foot utility easement at 103 Dawn Circle. A request to table a special use permit for an automobile wrecking yard was also approved.

• Approved request to table Special Use Permit for automobile wrecking/salvage yard at 4320 E Main St (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation of 15’ right-of-way at 805 E Parkway with a 15-foot Public Utility Easement for Summit Utilities (Unanimous)
• Approved vacation of 10’ utility easement at 103 Dawn Circle (Unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission held no meetings in October, November, or December 2022. The agenda consists solely of a statement noting the absence of meetings during this period, with no items for decision or discussion.

• No meetings held in October, November, or December 2022

The record indicates that no meetings took place in October, November, or December 2022. No decisions were made during this period.

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting, addressing several variance requests. The board will consider two new variance requests, two requests to withdraw, and one item tabled from a prior meeting due to notice requirements. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Tabled variance for addition to non-conforming structure and side yard setback at 1109 Parker Road (VARI-1022-000288)
• Request to withdraw variance for swimming pool in front yard at 2614 W 2nd Lane (VARI-1022-000285)
• Variance from front yard setback at 2274 S. Elmira Ave (VARI-1122-000300)
• Variance to allow combined accessory building square footage higher than allowed at 1820 Marina Road (VARI-1122-000301)
• Request to withdraw variance from front yard setback at 208 N Cleveland (VARI-1122-000302)

The Board of Adjustment approved variance requests for a home addition at 2274 S. Elmira Ave and an oversized accessory building at 1820 Marina Road. Two other variance requests were withdrawn, and one was tabled.

• Approved minutes from November 3, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled variance for addition and side yard setback at 1109 Parker Road (unanimous)
• Withdrew variance for front yard swimming pool at 2614 W 2nd Lane (unanimous)
• Approved variance for front yard setback remodel at 2274 S. Elmira Ave (unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building size and setback at 1820 Marina Road (unanimous)
• Withdrew variance for front yard setback at 208 N Cleveland (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution granting a special use permit for a utility substation at 1412 W C Street. The permit was submitted by TCW on behalf of Camp Caudle Inc. and has been unanimously recommended by the Planning Commission.

• Special use permit for utility substation at 1412 W C Street (SPUP-1022-000296)
• Unanimous recommendation from Planning Commission

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2100, granting a special use permit for a utility substation. The project is located at 1412 W C Street.

• Approved Special Use Permit for utility substation at 1412 W C Street (5-0)

City Council

The City Council adopted the 2023 General Fund, Mayor's Office, Administration, and Street Fund budgets. The council also established new ambulance fee schedules and authorized the use of eminent domain for the Latimore Tourist Home site.

• Adopted 2023 budgets for General Fund, Mayor's Office, Administration, and Street Fund (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 2437 establishing ambulance fee schedules (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2098 for acquisition of property via eminent domain for Latimore Tourist Home site (7-0)
• Approved $5,756,754.50 transfer from Federal Stimulus Fund to General Fund (7-0)
• Approved $215,013.30 and $33,201.90 appropriations for 2022 stipends (7-0)
• Denied rezoning request for certain reality (7-0)
• Approved Special Use Permit for automobile sales and service at 1607 S. Knoxville Ave (7-0)
• Tabled ordinance to repeal ban on specific dog breeds until December meeting (7-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business: approving October minutes, reviewing the October financial report, and debriefing a conservation workshop. They will also discuss the status of ground maintenance bids and open the floor to public input.

• Approval of October 18, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending October 31, 2022
• Debrief of October 22 conservation workshop
• Ground maintenance bid packets sent to Finance Board and City Council
• December 13, 2022 meeting announced with recognition for retiring members

The Commission approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting. Members reviewed the October 2022 financial report and discussed a recent conservation workshop. Ground maintenance bids were forwarded to the Finance Board and City Council for approval.

• Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 3, 2022, to consider several rezoning requests, special use permits, a large-scale development, and a right-of-way vacation. Items include a rezoning at 128 E Main, a billboard permit, a large-scale development at 115 N Independence, and a request to table a junkyard permit. The commission will also discuss changing the December 2023 meeting date.

• Rezoning from C-1 to C-2 at 128 E Main (ZONE-0822-000257)
• Special Use Permit for advertising billboard at 128 E Main (SPUP-0822-000258)
• Large Scale Development at 115 N Independence (LSDV-0922-000279)
• Special Use Permit for 10'x20' LED billboard at 2704 N. Arkansas Ave (SPUP-0822-000264)
• Request to table Special Use Permit for junkyard at 4320 E Main St (SPUP-0922-000276)

The commission approved a 45-unit multi-family complex and two special use permits for auto sales and a utility substation. A rezoning request for a residential property was denied, and several other applications were withdrawn or tabled.

• Approved 45-unit multi-family complex at 101 N Independence (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit for auto sales and service at 1607 S Knoxville Ave (unanimous)
• Approved Special Use Permit for TCW utility substation at 1412 W C Street (unanimous)
• Denied rezoning from R-2 to R-3 at 1159 Jimmy Lile (unanimous)
• Withdrew rezoning at 128 E Main (unanimous)
• Withdrew billboard permit at 128 E Main (unanimous)
• Withdrew billboard permit at 2704 N Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled salvage yard permit at 4320 E Main St and right-of-way vacation at 805 E Parkway (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting on November 3, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The board will consider six variance requests, including one tabled due to notice requirements, and will vote on approving the minutes from the October 6 meeting. A proposal to change the December 2023 meeting date to November 28, 2023, is also on the agenda.

• Variance for addition to non-conforming structure and side yard setback at 1109 Parker Road (tabled)
• Variance to allow combined accessory building square footage above limit at 108 Riverstone
• Variance to increase signage square footage at 2705 Parkway Drive
• Variance to allow swimming pool in front yard at 2614 W 2nd Lane
• Variance to allow 18-foot fence at 615 Tyler Road

The Board approved a variance for an 18-foot sound barrier for a cryptocurrency mining operation and a signage increase for River Valley Radio. A variance for an accessory building at 108 Riverstone was also approved. Requests regarding a pool and fence at 2614 W 2nd Lane and a variance at 1109 Parker Road were tabled.

• Approved 18-foot sound barrier fence at 615 Tyler Road with stipulation that fence be removed if business ceases operation (Unanimous)
• Approved signage variance for 224 total square feet at 2705 Parkway Drive (Unanimous)
• Approved accessory building variance for 1,615 square feet at 108 Riverstone (Unanimous)
• Tabled variance for addition and side yard setback at 1109 Parker Road (Unanimous)
• Tabled variance for swimming pool and fence height at 2614 W 2nd Lane (Unanimous)
• Approved October 6, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Approved changing December 2023 meeting date to November 28, 2023 (Unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission has no meetings scheduled for October, November, or December 2022. This agenda is purely procedural, indicating no decisions or discussions are planned for the remainder of the year.

• No meetings scheduled for October, November, or December 2022

The record indicates that no meetings were held by the Russellville Airport Commission during October, November, or December 2022.

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and conduct business for the police and fire departments. They will consider hiring a certified police officer and adding a physical agility test layout to police rules. The commission will also hold a second reading of changes to fire department promotion requirements, affecting all positions except Assistant Chief.

• Consider proposal of a certified officer for employment in the Police Department
• Consider adding Appendix 7.0 for Police Department Entry-Level Physical Agility Test Layout
• Second reading of Fire Department Promotion Requirements change (Appendix 2.0)
• Fire promotion change affects all positions except Assistant Chief and adds extra credit for EMT certificate

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is holding its regular meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) application for a 2'x3' sign at 114 S. Commerce Avenue for Shades Salon. The commission will also receive reports on the Latimore Tourist Home Phase I and the Old Town Neighborhood, and will approve minutes from the September 22, 2022 meeting.

• COA application for a 2'x3' sign at 114 S. Commerce Avenue by Brittany Bryson for Shades Salon
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I
• Report on Old Town Neighborhood
• Approval of minutes from September 22, 2022 meeting

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 2' x 3' sign for Shades Salon, as recommended by staff. The commission also discussed progress on the Latimer Tourist Home relocation and a planned neighborhood meeting for the Old Town Historic District. Meeting dates for November and December were set but may be canceled if no applications are pending.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for 2' x 3' sign at Shades Salon, 114 S. Commerce Avenue (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of September 22, 2022 meeting as corrected (voice vote)
• Set November 15 and December 13 as meeting dates, with agreement to cancel if no COAs to review

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review finances, and receive updates on a fall conservation workshop. They will also discuss adding cameras to the cemetery and address public concerns, including recent vandalism with overturned headstones and a broken bench.

• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022 meeting
• Financial report for month ending September 30, 2022
• Updates for Fall Conservation Workshop by Arkansas Cemetery Preservation
• Discussion on adding cameras/deer cameras to cemetery (tabled to November)
• Public concern: vandalism in cemetery, overturned headstones and broken bench

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved September meeting minutes and the September financial report, and voted unanimously to move the December regular meeting to December 13 due to the holiday season. Discussion included vandalism repairs, a new mowing contract process, and a tabled item on adding cameras and street lights.

• Approved September 20, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved September 2022 financial report (unanimous)
• Moved December regular meeting to December 13, 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider multiple appropriations and resolutions, including a $1.35 million Brookside drainage improvement project, a $245,000 sewer line purchase from Dover, and several other items. They will also hold public hearings on street vacations and consider adopting revised zoning and subdivision codes. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and financial reports.

• Appropriation of $1,351,152 for Brookside Drainage Improvements (4th & 5th Streets), including construction contract of $1,164,935
• Appropriation of $245,000 to purchase sewer line from Russellville city limits to Pope County Fairgrounds from City of Dover
• Resolution to accept bid for third-party ambulance billing services for Fire Department
• Ordinance to repeal breed-specific dog ban (third reading)
• Public hearings on vacating portions of West H Street, South Houston Place, and West 2nd Street rights-of-way

The council approved a $1.35 million Brookside drainage improvement project and a $245,000 sewer line purchase from Dover. It also tabled a breed-specific dog ban ordinance for a work session and passed a revised zoning code on first reading. All financial reports and most resolutions passed 8-0.

• Approved $1,351,152 Brookside drainage improvement project (8-0)
• Approved $245,000 sewer line purchase from City of Dover (8-0)
• Approved $54,955 whitewater park feasibility study (8-0)
• Approved $43,500 for live fire training facility engineering (8-0)
• Approved $240,000 ACEDP grant for Phoenix Innovation equipment (8-0)
• Tabled breed-specific dog ban repeal for work session (7-1)
• Approved private club permit for River Valley Hospitality (7-1)
• Approved revised zoning code on first reading (7-1)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 6, 2022 (agenda text says October 1, a likely typo) at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The commission will consider a rezoning, several special use permits for billboards and a junkyard, and two large-scale development applications, one of which the applicant has requested to table. It will also approve minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting.

• Rezoning from C-1 to C-2 at 128 E Main, submitted by Barrett & Associates for Mark Mobley (ZONE-0822-000257)
• Special Use Permit for an advertising billboard at 128 E Main, submitted by Barrett & Associates for Mark Mobley (SPUP-0822-000258)
• Large Scale Development at 3838 E Main Street, submitted by Barrett & Associates for Beacon Management LLC (LSDV-0922-000277)
• Request to table Large Scale Development at 115 S Independence, submitted by Parkway Investment Group, LLC (LSDV-0922-000279)
• Special Use Permit for a 10'x20' LED billboard in C-2 zone at 2704 N. Arkansas Ave, submitted by Custom Advertising for Taylor Mercantile (SPUP-0822-000264)

The commission unanimously approved a large-scale development for Beacon Tire at 3838 E Main Street, a warehouse expansion in a C2-Highway Commercial zone. The decision followed staff findings that the project met current zoning and subdivision regulations. Five other items were tabled at the request of applicants, including rezoning and special use permits for a billboard and a junkyard.

• Approved Large Scale Development for Beacon Tire at 3838 E Main Street (LSDV-0922-000277) — motion by Commissioner Duffield, seconded by Commissioner Jacimore, passed unanimously.
• Tabled rezoning from C-1 to C-2 at 128 E Main (ZONE-0822-000257) — motion by Commissioner Choate, seconded by Commissioner Smith, passed unanimously.
• Tabled Special Use Permit for an advertising billboard at 128 E Main (SPUP-0822-000258) — motion by Commissioner Choate, seconded by Commissioner Jacimore, passed unanimously.
• Tabled Large Scale Development at 115 S Independence (LSDV-0922-000279) — motion by Commissioner Jacimore, seconded by Commissioner Smith, passed unanimously.
• Tabled Special Use Permit for a 10'x20' LED billboard at 2704 N Arkansas Ave (SPUP-0822-000264) — motion by Commissioner Duffield, seconded by Commissioner Jacimore, passed unanimously.
• Tabled Special Use Permit for an automobile wrecking/salvage yard at 4320 E Main St (SPUP-0922-000276) — motion by Commissioner Smith, seconded by Commissioner Jacimore, passed unanimously.
• Approved minutes of the September 1, 2022 Planning Commission meeting — motion by Commissioner Jacimore, seconded by Commissioner Duffield, passed unanimously.

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting on October 6, 2022, to consider four variance requests. These include two requests to add to non-conforming structures and two requests to exceed the 1,600-square-foot accessory building limit. The board will also approve minutes from the August 4, 2022 meeting.

• Variance to add to non-conforming structure at 2274 S. Elmira Ave. (VARI-0822-000269)
• Variance to add to non-conforming structure at 1820 S El Paso (VARI-0922-000278)
• Variance for accessory building over 1,600 sq ft at 1304 Skyline Dr. (VARI-0922-000274)
• Variance for 2,600 sq ft accessory building at 536 Riverstone (VARI-0922-000273)

The Board of Adjustment unanimously approved four variance applications: a remodel of a fire-damaged non-conforming home at 2274 S. Elmira Ave., an addition to a non-conforming home at 1820 S El Paso Ave., and two variances for accessory building square footage at 1304 Skyline Dr. and 536 Riverstone. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved variance to remodel non-conforming structure at 2274 S. Elmira Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved variance for addition to non-conforming structure at 1820 S El Paso Ave. (unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building square footage at 1304 Skyline Dr., conditioned on Incidental Subdivision application (unanimous)
• Approved variance for accessory building square footage at 536 Riverstone (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss personnel matters. They will review in-progress entry-level testing, hear a report on filling the Division Chief of EMS position, and discuss a proposal to change promotional requirements and extra credit points for all positions. No police department items are listed.

• Approve minutes of August 25, 2022
• Review in-progress entry-level testing
• Report on filling Division Chief of EMS position
• Discuss proposal to change all positions' promotional requirements and extra credit points

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission reviewed August 2022 fuel sales and financial reports, discussed capital improvement projects including Taxiway Alpha maintenance, and noted the airport manager's retirement effective January 31, 2023. The meeting included updates from McClelland Engineers on the CIP and hangar door grant.

• August 2022 fuel volume: 13,493 gallons total (8,177 Jet A, 5,316 AVGAS)
• CIP FYE 2024-2028: Taxiway Alpha crack fill and seal coat, possible 90/10 state grant
• Hangar door grant: bids open 10/4/2022
• Hangar 5 West rain infiltration: owners plan gutters on north side
• Airport Manager Keith Frazier retiring January 31, 2023

The commission unanimously approved the manager's financial report and discussed updates to the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for FY 2024-2026, including adding Taxiway Alpha crack fill and seal coat. Bids for a hangar door grant will open October 4. Commissioner Paul Horney was absent; his term expires. Airport Manager Keith Frazier announced his retirement effective January 31, 2023.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved manager's financial report (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness application for repointing mortar on the W.J. White Building at 318-322 West B Street, and to consider an updated ordinance. They will also receive reports on a brochure, the ordinance, the Latimore Tourist Home Phase I, and an Old Town neighborhood meeting.

• COA application for 318, 320 and 322 West 'B' Street (W. J. White Building) to re-point mortar on north, west and south walls
• Review of updated ordinance No. 2021
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I
• Report on Old Town Neighborhood meeting
• Approval of minutes from August 8, 2022 meeting

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for repointing mortar on the W.J. White Building at 318-322 West B Street. The commission also discussed progress on moving the Latimore Tourist Home, set for October 5, and reviewed a proposed billboard rezoning that was tabled by the Planning Commission.

• Approved COA for repointing mortar on W.J. White Building (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of August 8, 2022 meeting as corrected (voice vote)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve July minutes, review financial reports for July and August, and discuss updates on the dumpster site, speed bumps, and a bench pad. They will also consider adding cameras to the cemetery and discuss commissioner terms ending in December.

• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial report updates for months ending July 30 and August 31, 2022
• Updated information on new dumpster site, speed bumps, and sidewalk/pad for bench
• Discussion on adding cameras/deer cameras to cemetery (tabled to October)
• Discussion of Cemetery Commissioner terms ending December 31, 2022

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved the minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting unanimously. They reviewed financial reports showing cash balances of $86,050.79 in the operating account and $155,635.00 in the perpetual care trust account. Updates were given on new concrete pads for the dumpster and a bench, and speed bumps were installed. Two commissioners announced they will not continue after their terms end in December 2022.

• Approved minutes from July 19, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Heard financial reports for July and August 2022
• Noted completion of concrete pads for dumpster and Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Tabled discussion on adding cameras to October meeting
• Discussed upcoming Fall Oakland Cemetery Conservation Workshop on October 22, 2022
• Noted Commissioner Rebecca Howell will not seek another term ending December 31, 2022
• Noted Vice Chair Kenneth Startup immediately relinquished his position due to new job
• Discussed mowing problems due to labor shortages; possible new contract or city inclusion

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider multiple appropriations from reserves and carryover balances, including $208,150 for four Dodge Durango patrol/admin vehicles and over $97,000 for fuel costs across departments. They will also hold public hearings and consider ordinances on zoning, subdivision codes, and a whitewater park feasibility study grant.

• Appropriation of $208,150 for 4 Dodge Durango vehicles and equipment for Police Department
• Appropriation of $64,000 for airport fuel sales and purchase budget
• Appropriation of $31,238.96 for Street Fund fuel due to higher fuel costs
• Appropriation of $65,933.76 for fuel expenses across multiple departments
• Resolution to apply for matching grant for whitewater park feasibility study

The Russellville City Council approved multiple appropriations and resolutions, including $208,150 for four Dodge Durango police vehicles, a new EMS restricted fund with Centennial Bank, a lease purchase for two ambulances, and a bid for the Schoolhouse Trail Phase III project. The council also passed ordinances on second reading, including repealing the breed-specific dog ban and rezoning certain realty, while tabling a revised zoning code and subdivision code for later consideration.

• Approved $208,150 for 4 Dodge Durango police vehicles (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2069 opening EMS Services Fund with Centennial Bank (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2071 lease purchase for 2 ambulances (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 2080 accepting Schoolhouse Trail Phase III bid (7-1)
• Approved ordinance repealing breed-specific dog ban, second reading (7-1)
• Approved Ordinance 2431 rezoning certain realty, second reading (8-0)
• Tabled revised zoning code and subdivision code (8-0)
• Approved $35,340 for 2023 Dodge Ram for Fire Department (8-0)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on September 1, 2022, to consider a large-scale development, variances, special use permits, street vacations, rezoning, and zone text amendments. The agenda includes both new business items and routine approvals of minutes.

• Large-scale development at 300 Industrial Boulevard (Engineered Rigging)
• Variance from paved width requirement at 3718/3719 Haulmark Lane
• Special use permit for car rental at 114 E Main Street (24/7 Rent-a-Ride)
• Rezoning from C-1 to C-2 at 128 E Main (Mark Mobley)
• Vacation of right-of-way on W 2nd Street (McClure & Bayliss Addition)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a large-scale development for a warehouse storage structure at 300 Industrial Boulevard, granted a variance for paved road width at 3718 and 3719 Haulmark Lane, and approved a special use permit for a car rental business at 114 E Main Street. A rezoning request and related special use permit for a sign at 128 E Main were tabled, as were zone text amendments for the zoning code and subdivision code. A billboard special use permit was withdrawn.

• Approved large-scale development for warehouse storage at 300 Industrial Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved variance from paved width requirement at 3718 and 3719 Haulmark Lane (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for car rental business at 114 E Main Street, limit 3 rental vehicles (unanimous)
• Withdrawn special use permit for billboard at Interstate Drive, Joyce Lane, and I-40 (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of portion of West H Street adjacent to Lot 6, Block 9, College Hill Addition (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of 60' unopened right-of-way between Block 11 and Block 16, A.E. Luker Addition (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of portion of W 2nd Street right-of-way, McClure & Bayliss Addition (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning from C-1 to C-2 at 128 E Main Street (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting to consider three variance and special exception requests. These include a side yard setback reduction, a front yard fence height increase, and a ceiling height reduction in a specific zone. The board will also approve the minutes from the previous meeting.

• Special exception for 5.4' side yard setback and addition to non-conforming structure at 328 S Denver (VARI-0822-000259)
• Variance for 5' front yard fence (limit 3.5') at 2303 Timberwood Lane (VARI-0822-000252)
• Variance for 9' ceiling height (minimum 12') in College Hill Zone at 112-114 West H Street (VARI-0822-000262)

The Board of Adjustment approved a special exception for a 5.4-foot side yard setback at 328 S Denver, allowing an addition to a non-conforming structure. A variance for a 5-foot front yard fence at 2303 Timberwood Lane was denied. A variance for a 9-foot ceiling height at 112-114 West H Street was approved.

• Approved special exception for 5.4' side yard setback at 328 S Denver (unanimous)
• Denied variance for 5' front yard fence at 2303 Timberwood Lane (unanimous)
• Approved variance for 9' ceiling height at 112-114 West H Street (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission will discuss and potentially decide on hiring and promotion standards for the fire and police departments. Items include the role of Division Chief of EMS, promotional requirements for all fire positions, and pass/fail criteria for the police entry-level physical ability test.

• Fire Department - Division Chief of EMS
• Fire Department - Promotional Requirements for all positions
• Police Department - Pass/Fail criteria for entry level PAT

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved a process for a board to interview and evaluate applicants for Division Chief of EMS, with the board including both Fire Department staff and Commission members. The Commission also approved the minutes from the July 26 and August 9, 2022 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made; the Police Department discussion on PASS/FAIL criteria and the PAT setup map was informational only.

• Approved minutes of July 26 and August 9, 2022
• Approved process for board to interview and evaluate applicants for Division Chief of EMS

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission reviewed monthly fuel sales and financial reports, approved a grant-funded ADA door replacement, and discussed new business including a fundraiser and operational concerns. The meeting was brief and largely routine.

• Approved ADA door replacement on Hangar 1 West with $53,350 cost estimate, 50% grant from State Aeronautical Commission, bids open 9/4/2022
• Approved Foodstock fundraiser for RVF4K on Oct 1, but alcohol request not approved
• Discussed Hangar 5 West rain infiltration issue
• Discussed Survival Flight refueling near CAP planes causing rock damage risk
• Manager approved as GSA screener for surplus government equipment

The Russellville Airport Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the previous meeting and the manager's financial reports for June and July 2022. Old business included an update on the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with McClelland Engineers and a $53,350 ADA grant (50% approved by the State Aeronautical Commission) to replace an old door on 1 West, with bids opening September 4, 2022. New business approved a Foodstock fundraiser for RVF4K but denied a request to serve alcohol. Miscellaneous items included discussion of a hangar rain infiltration issue and a complaint about rocks kicked up by Survival Flight refueling near CAP planes.

• Approved minutes from previous meeting (unanimous)
• Approved manager's financial reports for June and July 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Foodstock fundraiser for RVF4K (alcohol request denied)
• Discussed ADA grant for door replacement on 1 West ($53,350, 50% approved by State Aeronautical Commission, bids open 9/4/2022)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider multiple items related to establishing a municipal ambulance service, including ordinances for licensing, creating the service under the Fire Department, and resolutions for agreements and equipment purchases. They will also vote on appropriations for police stipends, street overtime, and sidewalk maintenance, plus several zoning and permit items.

• Appropriation of $306,820.50 from General Fund reserves for police officer stipends and payroll taxes
• Appropriation of $300,174.55 for 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Phase 2
• Resolution to accept bid for East 22nd Street Drainage Improvement Project
• Ordinance to repeal breed-specific dog ban (Ordinance 1918)
• Resolution to accept donation of real property from Bridge Church for Latimore House

The council voted unanimously to establish a municipal ambulance service under the Russellville Fire Department, passing an ordinance and several resolutions to fund and equip the service. They approved over $717,000 from multiple funds to purchase ambulances and equipment, and authorized short-term financing. The council also reappointed William F. Smith to the Housing Authority, approved a $300,174 sidewalk maintenance contract, and passed a private club permit for B Street Bakery & Deli (7-1).

• Established municipal ambulance service under Fire Department (8-0)
• Approved $717,201.40 for ambulances and equipment (8-0)
• Approved $300,174.55 for 2022 Sidewalk Maintenance Phase 2 (8-0)
• Approved $306,820.50 for police officer stipends from state grant (8-0)
• Reappointed William F. Smith to 5-year term on Housing Authority (8-0)
• Approved private club permit for Russellville B Street Bakery & Deli (7-1)
• Approved lease of Old Central Fire Station to Advertising & Promotion Commission (8-0)
• Approved donation of land from Bridge Church for Latimore House relocation (7-1)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The August 2022 regular meeting of the Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is cancelled due to lack of quorum. The commission will resume its regular meetings on September 20, 2022.

• August 2022 meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
• Next regular meeting scheduled for September 20, 2022

The August 16, 2022 meeting of the Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission was cancelled because a quorum could not be reached due to scheduling conflicts. No business was conducted. The commission plans to resume its regular meetings on September 20, 2022.

• Cancelled August 16, 2022 meeting due to lack of quorum
• Scheduled next regular meeting for September 20, 2022

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes, old business (none), and new business with updates on the Youth Baseball Association, City Park Splash Pad, M.J. Hickey Pool, James School Park, maintenance, Veterans Memorial Park, a monthly report, and upcoming events. No decisions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Update on Russellville Youth Baseball Association
• Update on City Park Splash Pad
• Update on M.J. Hickey Pool
• Update on James School Park
• Update on Veterans Memorial Park

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission discussed a proposal from the Russellville Youth Baseball Association to install turf at M.J. Hickey Park and Pleasant View Park. Funding would include $750,000 from the one cent sales tax, with additional sources needed. No decision was made; the next step is to calculate available funds.

• Approved minutes from 7-14-22 meeting
• Discussed turf installation for youth baseball fields; no action taken

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission will review two Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) applications for work already done without approval: frosted vinyl on the Delux Hotel Building and a painted logo on a building at 111 S. Boulder Avenue. They will also vote on a revised stakeholder letter, a revised brochure, and a staff request to make certain minor items staff-approval items. The agenda includes reports on the Latimore Tourist Home and an Old Town Neighborhood meeting.

• COA application for 321 West 'B' Street (Delux Hotel Building) for frosted vinyl with logo, installed without approval
• COA application for 111 S. Boulder Avenue for painted logo, done without following guidelines
• Vote on revised letter to stakeholders
• Vote on staff request to make signage, awning recovering, and graffiti abatement staff-approval items
• Review of updated Ordinance No. 2021

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved several certificate of appropriateness (COA) applications for signage, including one for 321 West 'B' Street (The Delux Hotel) and one for 111 S. Boulder Avenue, both with conditions. They also approved a letter to stakeholders, a revised brochure, and a staff request to allow certain signage, awning, and graffiti abatement items to be handled by staff with a consent agenda. The commission postponed a vote on updated ordinance No. 2021 to the next meeting, despite a motion to reconsider that failed.

• Approved COA for signage at 321 West 'B' Street (The Delux Hotel) (voice vote)
• Approved COA for painted logo at 111 S. Boulder Avenue with condition to obtain sign permit (voice vote)
• Approved letter to stakeholders with correction (voice vote)
• Approved revised brochure with corrections (voice vote)
• Approved staff approval for signage, awnings, and graffiti abatement with consent agenda (voice vote)
• Postponed vote on updated ordinance No. 2021 to next meeting (voice vote, 1 dissent)
• Motion to reconsider ordinance vote failed (voice vote, 1 dissent)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 4, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The agenda includes discussion of a zoning code update, a rezoning request, two special use permits, and a right-of-way vacation. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Rezoning 1400 S Knoxville Ave from R-2 to C-2, submitted by Bird and Bear Properties, LLC (ZONE-0722-000243)
• Special Use Permit for storage building/container sale or rental at 3525 E Main Street, submitted by Derksen Buildings for Linda Mathis (SPUP-0722-000241)
• Special Use Permit for custom woodworking/warehouse at 1509 E Main Street, submitted by Barrett & Associates for JBK Properties LLC (SPUP-0722-000246)
• Vacation of 15' of East G Street ROW and a 20' alley at 414 E G Street, submitted by Barrett & Associates for Dylin Tippin (VAC-0722-000247)
• Discussion of Russellville Zoning Code Update

The Russellville Planning Commission unanimously approved forwarding several items to the City Council: a rezoning of 1400 S Knoxville Ave from R-2 to C-2, special use permits for storage building sales at 3525 E Main St and a custom woodworking/warehouse at 1509 E Main St, and a vacation of right-of-way at 414 E G St. The commission also approved the minutes of the July 11, 2022 meeting and discussed the ongoing Zoning Code Update, with a public hearing scheduled for September 1, 2022.

• Approved minutes of July 11, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning 1400 S Knoxville Ave from R-2 to C-2 (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for storage building sales at 3525 E Main St with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for custom woodworking/warehouse at 1509 E Main St (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of 15' of East G Street ROW and 20' alley at 414 E G St (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting on August 4, 2022, to consider two variance requests. The board will vote on a fence height variance and a sidewalk waiver, and will also approve the minutes from the June 2 meeting.

• Variance to allow a 6-foot front yard fence (limit is 3.5 feet) at 605 Cricket Cv., submitted by Blythe Lippincott (VARI-0722-000242)
• Variance to waive sidewalk requirement at 803 W Main Place, submitted by S and P Property Management, LLC (VARI-0722-000244)

The Board of Adjustment approved a variance to allow a 6-foot fence in the front yard at 605 Cricket Cove, despite the 3.5-foot limit, with a condition the fence be set back 15 feet from the curb. The board also unanimously approved waiving the sidewalk requirement for a new BBQ restaurant at 803 W Main Place. Both decisions followed staff recommendations for denial on the fence variance and support for the sidewalk waiver.

• Approved variance for 6-foot front-yard fence at 605 Cricket Cove, conditioned on 15-foot setback from curb (4-1)
• Approved waiver of sidewalk requirement for Ridgewood Brothers BBQ at 803 W Main Place (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to consider a resolution for a special use permit for a new business to purchase and utilize the old National Home Center building on West Main. The meeting will follow the Planning Commission and includes roll call and adjournment.

• Consideration of a special use permit for a new business at the old National Home Center building on West Main

The Russellville City Council approved Resolution No. 2057, granting a special use permit to operate a woodworking/warehouse business at 1509 East Main Street. The motion passed on a voice vote of 6-1, with Councilmember Phyllis Carruth voting no. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting adjourned immediately after.

• Approved Resolution No. 2057 granting special use permit for woodworking/warehouse at 1509 East Main Street (6-1, Carruth no)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will set new hire testing dates for the Fire Department and elect an Executive Secretary. The Police Department will discuss School Resource Officer (SRO) positions. The agenda is brief and procedural, with no financial or ordinance items listed.

• Set new hire testing dates for Fire Department
• Elect Executive Secretary
• Discuss Police Department SRO positions

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the May 24, 2022 minutes and an edited Police new-hire list after an executive session. Jon Brown was elected Executive Secretary. Fire Department testing dates were set for September 24 and October 1, and Wyatt Meyers removed himself from the FD new-hire list. Police Chief Ewing reported six police officer openings, including four new school resource officer positions approved by City Council.

• Approved minutes of May 24, 2022
• Elected Jon Brown as Executive Secretary
• Approved edited Police new-hire list
• Set Fire Department new-hire testing for September 24 and October 1

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several resolutions and appropriations, including conveying real property to ConAgra, authorizing destruction of old police records, and approving payments for eminent domain proceedings. The council will also consider airport-related items, reimbursements to local organizations, and several ordinances on second or third readings, including one to repeal the breed-specific dog ban.

• Resolution to convey ConAgra Pretreatment Plant property to ConAgra, Inc.
• Resolution authorizing destruction of old police department records
• Resolution approving electronic funds payment to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and DOJ for Prairie Creek Project eminent domain
• Appropriation of $32,000 from General Fund reserves for airport hangar construction (FAA Cares grant pass-through)
• Ordinance repealing Ordinance 1918 banning specific breeds of dogs

The Russellville City Council approved a $160,807 appropriation from the General Fund 2021 year-end carryover to add four new School Resource Officers and purchase six radios for the Police Department. The council also passed resolutions to convey the ConAgra Pretreatment Plant land, approve a guaranteed maximum price for Downtown Streetscape sewer improvements, and adopt ordinances setting salaries for city officials. An ordinance repealing the ban on specific dog breeds was tabled after a 3-3 vote.

• Approved $160,807 for four new School Resource Officers and six radios (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2046 conveying ConAgra Pretreatment Plant land to ConAgra Brands (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2052 approving GMP for Downtown Streetscape sewer improvements with Blackstone Construction (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinances 2422-2425 setting duties/salaries for City Attorney, Mayor, City Clerk Treasurer, Council Member (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2426 vacating right-of-way at 1303 SR 124 (6-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2427 rezoning property for Russellville Legends LLC (6-0)
• Approved special use permits for tire/auto repair at 1607 S Knoxville Ave and mini storage at 2610 E 16th St (6-0)
• Tabled ordinance repealing breed-specific dog ban (3-3 vote, then tabled 6-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to discuss several cemetery improvements. They will consider adding video or deer cameras, further discuss gates versus speed bumps on certain drives, and get updates on a memorial plaque and signage. The meeting is open to the public for comments.

• Approval of June 21, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending June 30, 2022
• Update on plaque for Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Discussion on adding video/deer cameras to cemetery
• Further discussion on gates vs. speed bumps on drives

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved spending up to $2,000 for temporary spiked-in speed bumps, with a motion made by Vice Chair Startup and seconded by Secretary Howell, passed unanimously. They also reviewed the June 2022 financial report, discussed signage and lighting for security, and heard updates on a plaque project and tree plantings.

• Approved up to $2,000 for spiked-in speed bumps (unanimous)
• Approved minutes from June 21, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Discussed adding video/deer cameras and lighting for security (no action)
• Reviewed June 2022 financial report: operating $94,705.14, trust $155,604.81

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes approval of minutes from April 14, 2022, and updates on several park facilities and projects, including an all-inclusive playground, City Park splash pad, Aquatic Center, bike skills course, and M.J. Hickey Pool. No old or new business is listed.

• All-Inclusive Playground update
• City Park Splash Pad update
• Aquatic Center update
• Bike Skills Course at Confederate Mothers Memorial Park update
• M.J. Hickey Pool update

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission held its monthly meeting on July 14, 2022, approving the minutes from the April 14 meeting. No old or new business was discussed, and no formal decisions were made. The commission received updates on several projects, including the all-inclusive playground, splash pad, aquatic center, bike skills course, and pool renovations.

• Approved minutes from April 14, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on July 11, 2022, to consider several land-use items. These include a request to vacate a utility/drainage easement, two special use permits for a tire shop and a mini-storage, and a commercial building design waiver. The commission will also discuss a zoning code update and a large-scale development application.

• Vacation of a 10' utility/drainage easement on lots 23-26 of The Center Phase III (VAC-0522-000230)
• Special Use Permit for a tire shop and auto repair garage at 1607 S Knoxville Avenue (SPUP-0622-000236)
• Special Use Permit for a mini-storage at 2610 East 16th Street (SPUP-0622-000237)
• Commercial Building Design Waiver at 2610 East 16th Street (SPUP-0622-000238)
• Large Scale Development at 330 Hob Nob Road by Legends Resort and Casino, LLC (LSDV-0522-000220)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a large-scale development for Legends Resort and Casino at 330 Hob Nob Road, including a casino, hotel, venues, restaurants, and RV park, with conditions. The commission also approved two special use permits for a tire/auto repair shop and a mini-storage facility, a utility easement vacation, and a commercial building design waiver. The zoning code update discussion was informational only.

• Approved Legends Resort and Casino large-scale development (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved special use permit for tire shop and auto repair at 1607 S Knoxville Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for mini-storage at 2610 E 16th St (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of utility easement at The Center Phase III (unanimous)
• Approved commercial building design waiver for S&S Mini Storage (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 2, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is meeting to vote on a revised letter to stakeholders and a revised brochure. They will also consider making signage, awning recovery, and graffiti on stucco walls staff approval items, and receive a report on the Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress.

• Vote on revised letter to stakeholders
• Discuss and possible vote on revised brochure
• Staff request to make signage, awnings, and graffiti on stucco walls staff approval items
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress and Juneteenth celebrations

The Russellville Historic District Commission's June meeting was cancelled, so no decisions were made or business conducted. The minutes record only the cancellation.

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 discussion on new hangars and a formal recommendation to apply for up to $400,000 in ADA funding, an update on the 1% gross from Ingold Aviation, and planning for a fall fly-in and open house.

• Discussion on new hangars and recommendation to apply for ADA funding up to $400K
• Update on 1% gross from Ingold Aviation
• 2021 AIP Grant Project update
• Fuel sales report: 11,622 gallons total in May 2021
• Fall Fly-In and public Open House event planning

The Russellville Airport Commission approved the minutes and the manager's financial report, both unanimously. The commission selected Titan Fuel as the new fuel supplier, with the recommendation going to the mayor and finance committee. It also discussed an ADA grant application for a hangar door replacement and hired a new employee.

• Approved minutes of previous meeting (6-0)
• Approved manager's report and financial report (6-0)
• Selected Titan Fuel as fuel supplier (motion not recorded)
• Hired Patrick Karp to replace Luke Saygar

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 adding video/deer cameras with signage, further discuss gates versus speed bumps on certain drives, and receive an update on a plaque for the Mary Rye Campbell Addition.

• Approval of minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting
• Financial report for month ending May 31, 2022
• Update on plaque for Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Discussion of gates vs. speed bumps on cemetery drives
• Discussion of adding video/deer cameras and signage

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved adding signage stating the cemetery has video surveillance, following reports of trash being found. They also discussed a plaque for the Mary Rye Campbell Addition, with artist Brian Reavis to bring design sketches to the July meeting. The commission reviewed the May financial report showing expenditures exceeded revenues by $1,492.75, and discussed options for gates or speed bumps on certain drives.

• Approved minutes from May 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved signage stating cemetery has video surveillance (all in favor)
• Discussed plaque design for Mary Rye Campbell Addition; artist to bring sketches in July
• Discussed gates vs. speed bumps; one-way direction suggestion for Drives 1, 2, 3
• Reviewed May 2022 financial report: operating $98,228.13, trust $155,588.44

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several resolutions and ordinances, including a one-year extension of the water and sewer lease with City Corporation, conveying property for the ConAgra pretreatment plant, and awarding a construction contract for the Lake Dardanelle State Park boat launch parking lot. The council will also hold a public hearing and consider a resolution to apply for a Community Development Block Grant, and discuss an ordinance to rezone property for Russellville Legends LLC. Multiple ordinances are on first or second reading, including setting salaries for city officials, vacating a right-of-way, and licensing ambulance services.

• Resolution to extend water/sewer lease with City Corporation for one year
• Resolution to convey ConAgra Pretreatment Plant property to ConAgra, Inc.
• Resolution to award construction contract for Lake Dardanelle State Park Boat Launch Parking Lot Improvements
• Ordinance to rezone property for Russellville Legends LLC
• Public hearing and resolution for Community Development Block Grant application

The Russellville City Council approved a $489,595 appropriation from the 2021 Sales Tax Capital Improvement Fund for a splash pad, shade covers, and tables in City Park. It also adopted a one-year extension of the water/sewer lease with City Corporation, awarded a construction contract for the Lake Dardanelle State Park boat launch parking lot, and accepted a bid for 2022 sidewalk maintenance Phase 1. A resolution to convey property to ConAgra was tabled, and an ordinance establishing a resident firm preference was tabled.

• Approved $489,595 splash pad appropriation (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2041 extending water/sewer lease one year (7-0)
• Tabled resolution to convey ConAgra pretreatment plant property (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2042 for Lake Dardanelle boat launch parking contract (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2043 accepting Western Millwright bid for sidewalk maintenance (7-0)
• Approved $4,305.35 street fund appropriation for reimbursements (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2044 to apply for CDBG grant (7-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2045 authorizing eminent domain for Schoolhouse Trail easements (7-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 2, 2022, to consider a variance request from the 25-foot side yard setback requirement for a property at 4254 S Arkansas Ave. The request was submitted by Crow Group on behalf of Phoenix Innovations. The board will also approve minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting.

• Variance from Article 12 to reduce 25-foot side yard setback at 4254 S Arkansas Ave (VARI-0522-000222)

The Russellville Board of Adjustment unanimously approved a variance allowing a 10-foot reduction in the 25-foot sideyard setback at 4254 S Arkansas Ave, submitted by Crow Group on behalf of Phoenix Innovations. The variance permits an expansion of an existing building that encroaches on the setback, as required for overhead bridge cranes. The board also unanimously approved the minutes from the April 7, 2022 meeting.

• Approved variance VARI-0522-000222 for 10-foot sideyard setback reduction at 4254 S Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on June 2, 2022, to discuss a zoning code update and vote on a rezoning request and three large-scale development applications. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with public comments welcome.

• Rezoning from R-3 to CHZ in the 1200 block of West Parkway Drive, submitted by Russellville Legends LLC (ZONE-0522-000219)
• Large-scale development at 2401 E 16th St, submitted by Kirby Specialties (LSDV-0522-000217)
• Large-scale development at 4254 S Arkansas Ave, submitted by Crow Group for Phoenix Innovations (LSDV-0522-000221)
• Large-scale development at 330 Hob Nob Road, submitted by SVP Project Development for Legends Resort and Casino, LLC and others (LSDV-0522-000220)
• Discussion of Russellville Zoning Code Update

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a rezoning of property in the 1200 block of West Parkway Drive from R-3 to CHZ, and approved two large-scale developments for Kirby Specialties and Phoenix Innovations. A third large-scale development for Legends Resort and Casino was tabled to the July meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved rezoning of 1200 block West Parkway Dr from R-3 to CHZ (unanimous)
• Approved large-scale development for Kirby Specialties truck shed at 2401 E 16th St (unanimous)
• Approved large-scale development for Phoenix Innovations at 4254 S Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Tabled Legends Resort and Casino large-scale development at 330 Hob Nob Rd to July meeting (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission will hold a regular meeting to review five certificates of appropriateness (COAs) for signage and storefront alterations on West Main Street and West C Street. The commission will also handle unfinished business, including reports on an ice cream social, a revised letter to property owners, brochure revisions, and progress on the Latimore Tourist Home Phase I.

• COA for vinyl window lettering and door logos at 301 West Main Street (Elite Hair Salon)
• COA for a 20' x 4' sign at 208 West Main Street
• COA for a double-sided sign and vinyl lettering at Chic Gypsy Boutique (Macie Whorton)
• COA for a sign on an existing pole at 303 West C Street (Jane's Blessings)
• COA for new awning fabric and a butterfly mural at 310 West Main Street

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved six Certificates of Appropriateness (COAs) for signage and awning changes at downtown businesses, all meeting design guidelines. The commission also tabled updates to its brochure and property owner letter for a future work session and discussed a possible staff approval process for minor changes.

• Approved COA for vinyl window lettering at Elite Hair Salon, 301 West Main St (voice vote)
• Approved COA for 20' x 4' sign at Sole to Sole, 208 West Main St, with condition of city sign permit (voice vote)
• Approved COA for 30' x 40" double-sided sign at Chic Gypsy Boutique, 301 N. Commerce Ave, with condition of city sign permit (voice vote)
• Approved COA for 36" x 36" double-sided sign at Jane's Blessings, 303 West 'C' St, with condition of city sign permit (voice vote)
• Approved COAs for awning logo and butterfly mural at 310 West Main St (voice vote; Commissioner George recused)
• Tabled brochure and letter updates for property owners to a future work session (voice vote)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to review the manager's report on April 2022 fuel sales, accounts receivable, hangar occupancy, and self-sufficiency. They will also discuss old business items such as a land use application, hangar construction, and a capital improvement plan update, and consider a request for proposals for a fuel provider.

• April 2022 fuel sales: 6,192 gallons Jet A, 4,078 gallons AVGAS, total 10,270 gallons
• Year-to-date fuel volume through April 2022: 32,734 gallons, a 1.63% decrease from April 2021
• City hangar occupancy 79.76%, enclosed hangar 100%, shade hangars 40%, private hangars 100%
• Self-sufficiency for April 2022: 55.02% / 43.04%
• New business: RFP for fuel provider selection

The Russellville Airport Commission accepted the manager's and financial reports for March and April 2022 unanimously. In new business, the commission selected Titan Aviation Fuels as the fuel provider after reviewing three proposals, citing best price, support, and an $18,000 offer to clean fuel tanks. The commission also received FAA approval for a permanent non-aeronautical land use application and elected new officers.

• Accepted manager's and financial reports for March & April 2022 (unanimous)
• Selected Titan Aviation Fuels as fuel provider, with $18,000 for tank cleaning
• Elected Dwight Talburt as Chairman, Bill Rowlett as Vice Chairman, Leslie Teaff as Secretary/Recorder
• Received FAA approval for permanent non-aeronautical land use application
• Loaned 1 year of KRUE banked FAA funds to Ozark Airport per FAA regulations

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission will approve the minutes from its April 26, 2022 meeting, make arrangements for police new-hire testing on June 11, and acknowledge Bert Fleck's years of service on the commission.

• Approve minutes of April 26, 2022
• Arrange police new-hire testing for June 11
• Acknowledge Bert Fleck's service to the commission

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several items including a $32,000 appropriation from general fund reserves for airport operations, a resolution for an ADA-accessible fishing dock at Pleasant View Park, and a reimbursement request from Main Street Russellville. They will also hold a public hearing on a right-of-way vacation, and consider special use permits for a child care center and used auto sales, among other items.

• Appropriation of $32,000 from General Fund reserves for Russellville Municipal Airport operations
• Resolution for ADA-accessible fishing dock at Pleasant View Park (Arkansas Game and Fish Commission MOU)
• Reimbursement request of $15,000 from Main Street Russellville for first quarter expenses
• Public hearing on vacating unnamed right-of-way in Renfrow Subdivision at 1303 SR 124 (B&L Mini Storage)
• Special use permits for child care center at 5979 North Arkansas Avenue and used auto sales at 3807 S Arkansas Ave

The Russellville City Council approved several items including a $32,000 appropriation for FAA Cares grant funding at the airport, a $15,000 reimbursement to Main Street Russellville, and acceptance of a real property donation from The Bridge Church for the Latimore House. The council also approved a $90,000 property purchase adjacent to the water plant, granted special use permits for a child care center and used auto sales, and advanced multiple ordinances. A motion to table the ambulance licensing ordinance failed, and the ordinance moved forward on first reading.

• Approved $32,000 appropriation for FAA Cares grant at airport (8-0)
• Approved $15,000 reimbursement to Main Street Russellville (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2036 accepting Bridge Church land donation (8-0)
• Approved $90,000 purchase of property adjacent to water plant (8-0)
• Granted special use permit for child care center at 5979 N Arkansas Ave (8-0)
• Granted special use permit for used auto sales at 3807 S Arkansas Ave (8-0)
• Approved final plat of Belden Addition (8-0)
• Tabled ambulance licensing ordinance motion failed (5-3); ordinance advanced on first reading (6-2)

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 memorial plaque and fundraising for a fence along the cemetery's east line. The meeting is open to the public for comments.

• Approval of April 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending April 30, 2022
• Debrief of May 1, 2022 service/workshop
• Plaque design and base for Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Donation outreach for east line fence

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved a donation letter to fund a fence along the east line, reviewed April finances showing a $2,029.60 deficit, and discussed future events and a plaque design. No new business was presented.

• Approved April 19, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved donation letter for east fence expenses (unanimous)
• Discussed plaque design for Mary Rye Campbell Addition (no decision)
• Discussed removing speed bumps and adding zigzag drive pattern (no decision)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission is meeting to consider two special use permits, a final plat, and a zoning code update. The permits would allow a child care center in an R-1 zone and a used auto sales lot in a C-2 zone. The final plat is for the Beldin Addition. The zoning code update is for discussion only.

• Special Use Permit for Child Care Center at 5979 N Arkansas Ave (SPUP-0422-000206)
• Special Use Permit for Used Auto Sales at 3807 S Arkansas Ave (SPUP-0422-000208)
• Final Plat for Beldin Addition at 592 Waterworks Road (ISUB-0422-000207)
• Russellville Zoning Code Update discussion

The Russellville Planning Commission unanimously approved a special use permit for a child care center at 5979 N Arkansas Ave, a special use permit for a used auto sales lot at 3807 S Arkansas Ave, and the final plat for Beldin Addition at 592 Water Works Road. The commission also discussed the ongoing Zoning Code Update, noting that staff is seeking more public survey responses.

• Approved special use permit for child care center at 5979 N Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for used auto sales lot at 3807 S Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Beldin Addition at 592 Water Works Road (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of April 7, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission will review a certificate of appropriateness for graffiti removal on two downtown buildings, elect officers, and discuss staff-approved graffiti treatments. The meeting also covers unfinished business including a revised letter to property owners, a brochure for owners and renters, a progress report on the Latimore Tourist Home, and an ice cream social.

• Review of COA for graffiti removal at 203 N. Commerce (owner Luke Duffield) and 308 West 'B' Street (owner Kurt Jones)
• Election of officers
• Discussion of graffiti treatment that can be approved by staff
• Revised letter to property owners and business owners
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for graffiti removal at 203 North Commerce and the rear of 308 West 'B' Street, using Sherwin Williams paint on affected walls only. The commission also approved a graffiti removal procedure for the district, with minor wording edits delegated to Chair Betsy McGuire. Officers were re-elected for another year, and the minutes from March 24, 2022, were approved.

• Approved COA for graffiti removal at 203 North Commerce and rear of 308 West 'B' Street (voice vote)
• Approved graffiti removal procedure for the Historic District (motion by Newby, second by Alford)
• Re-elected Betsy McGuire as Chair, Leo Cantu as Vice Chair, and Judy Galloway as Secretary (voice vote)
• Approved minutes of March 24, 2022 meeting (voice vote)

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to approve minutes, hear the manager's report on fuel sales and hangar occupancy, and discuss old and new business. Items include a non-aeronautical land use application, hangar construction, a fuel provider RFP, and a request for NPE funds from Ozark Airport.

• March 2022 fuel sales: 3,601 gallons Jet A, 4,240 gallons AVGAS, total 7,841 gallons
• Year-to-date fuel volume down 4.56% compared to March 2021
• City hangar occupancy 79.76%, enclosed hangars 100%, shade hangars 40%
• Old business: permanent non-aeronautical land use application, hangar construction, RFP for fuel provider
• New business: request for NPE funds by Ozark Airport

The Russellville Airport Commission meeting scheduled for April 26, 2022, was not held because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made or actions taken. The agenda items, including the manager's report, old business, and new business, were not discussed.

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission will approve minutes from prior meetings and handle personnel matters for the Fire and Police Departments. They will make arrangements for upcoming testing on April 27, May 4, and May 5, consider a certified officer for the Police Department, and set a date for police entry-level testing.

• Approve minutes of March 21 and April 5, 2022
• Arrange Fire and Police Department testing on April 27, May 4, and May 5
• Consider a certified officer for the Police Department
• Set a date for police entry-level testing

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from March 21 and April 5, 2022. Under new business, the commission approved Police Chief Ewing's proposal to hire certified officer Milton Lozano via suspension of competition per Civil Service Commission Rules and Regulations, Chapter 3, part IV. The commission also set dates for promotional testing (April 27, May 4, May 5) and new-hire testing (June 11).

• Approved minutes of March 21 and April 5, 2022
• Approved hiring of certified officer Milton Lozano via suspension of competition
• Set June 11 as date for new-hire testing
• Reviewed dates April 27, May 4, May 5 for promotional testing

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several resolutions and appropriations, including an ADA-accessible fishing dock at Pleasant View Park, a parking lot at Lake Dardanelle State Park, and multiple fund transfers for infrastructure and operations. The agenda also includes public hearings on a right-of-way vacation and special use permits for a cryptocurrency mining operation and a building/container business. Several items are tabled from previous meetings, and the council will also set salaries for elected officials.

• Resolution for ADA-accessible fishing dock at Pleasant View Park (Arkansas Game and Fish Commission)
• Appropriation of $250,000 for Lake Dardanelle State Park parking lot (pass-through grant)
• Resolution to raze or rehabilitate dilapidated structure at 201 James Circle
• Ordinances setting salaries for Mayor, City Clerk-Treasurer, and Council Members
• Special use permit for cryptocurrency mining at 615 Tyler Road

The Russellville City Council approved multiple resolutions and appropriations, including waiving bidding for electric charging stations, authorizing CDBG and ACEDP grant applications, and adopting a policy prohibiting excessive force. It also approved special use permits for a cryptocurrency mining operation and a container sale/rental business, and passed ordinances amending water and wastewater rates. The Independence Traffic Calming Improvements Project was tabled to the May Finance Meeting.

• Approved appointment of Jennie Phillips to Advertising and Promotion Board (8-0)
• Tabled Independence Traffic Calming Improvements Project to May Finance Meeting (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024 waiving bidding for electric charging stations (8-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2025-2027 for CDBG/ACEDP grants, excessive force policy, relocation plan (8-0)
• Approved $20,000 reimbursement to Russellville Boys and Girls Club (8-0)
• Adopted resolutions for ADA fishing dock, Lake Dardanelle parking, dilapidated structure at 201 James Circle, Latimore House conveyance (8-0)
• Approved special use permits for cryptocurrency mining at 615 Tyler Road and container business at 3333 S Arkansas Ave (8-0)
• Adopted ordinances amending water and wastewater rates with emergency clauses (8-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to discuss several projects. Key items include bench concepts for the Mary Rye Campbell Addition, a May 1 workshop for Decoration Month, and continued talks on seeking donations for a fence along the east line. The meeting is open to the public for comments.

• Approval of minutes from March 15, 2022 meeting
• Financial report for month ending March 31, 2022
• Bench concepts in the Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• May 1, 2022 service/workshop for Decoration Month
• Donation outreach for fence along east line of cemetery

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission will hold its monthly meeting, covering old and new business. Key items include commissioner nominations, the Splash Pad Project, and updates on several park facilities and events.

• Splash Pad Project
• Confederate Mothers Memorial Park Bike Trail update
• All Inclusive Playgrounds at Sequoyah Park and City Park
• City Park Bathroom Renovation
• Aquatic Center and M.J. Hickey Pool updates

The commission discussed plans for a new splash pad at City Park, with a budget of $400,000-$500,000 and a flow-through system that requires no chemicals. Conceptual drawings will be presented to the City Council in May. The commission also approved minutes from the March meeting and received updates on several park projects.

• Approved minutes from 3-10-22 meeting (unanimous)
• Selected City Park as location for new splash pad (discussed)
• Set splash pad budget at $400,000-$500,000 (discussed)
• Awarded Hickey Pool renovation to Clarity Pools LLC (reported)
• Approved health department plans for Hickey Pool renovation (reported)

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting to consider several land-use items, including a large-scale development by Walmart, a special use permit for a cryptocurrency mining facility, and other requests. The commission will also discuss a zoning code update.

• Large-scale development at 2409 E Main Street by Walmart Real Estate Business Trust
• Special use permit for cryptocurrency mining facility at 615 Tyler Road
• Special use permit for storage building/container sale at 3333 S Arkansas Ave
• Vacation of right-of-way in Renfrow Subdivision at 1303 SR 124
• Discussion of Russellville Zoning Code Update

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a large-scale development for a Walmart Supercenter addition at 2409 East Main Street, a special use permit for a cryptocurrency mining facility at 615 Tyler Road with conditions including an 18-foot sound wall, and a special use permit for a storage building/container sale business at 3333 South Arkansas Avenue. The commission also approved a right-of-way vacation for B&L Mini Storage and discussed the ongoing zoning code update.

• Approved Walmart Supercenter large-scale development for grocery pick-up expansion (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for cryptocurrency mining facility at 615 Tyler Road with conditions including 18-foot sound wall and dBA flexibility (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for storage building/container sale business at 3333 South Arkansas Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of unnamed right-of-way in Renfrow Subdivision for B&L Mini Storage (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Board of Adjustment

The Russellville Board of Adjustment will hold its regular monthly meeting on April 7, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. in City Hall Council Chambers. The board will consider two variance requests from Walmart Real Estate Business Trust for the property at 2409 E Main Street: one to allow 475.65 square feet of signage despite a 200 square foot maximum, and another to reduce required parking. It will also hear a request to add to a non-conforming structure at 821 S Denver. The agenda includes approval of minutes from March 3, 2021.

• Variance for 475.65 sq ft of signage at 2409 E Main St (VARI-0222-000187)
• Variance for parking reduction at 2409 E Main St (VARI-0222-000198)
• Variance for addition to non-conforming structure at 821 S Denver (VARI-0322-0195)

The Russellville Board of Adjustment approved three variances: Walmart's signage variance allowing 475.65 sq ft of façade signage (exceeding the 200 sq ft limit), a parking reduction for Walmart at 2409 East Main Street (from 1,079 to 987 spaces), and an addition to a non-conforming home at 821 South Denver with conditions. All approvals were unanimous.

• Approved Walmart signage variance (VARI-0222-000187) allowing 475.65 sq ft of façade signage (unanimous)
• Approved Walmart parking reduction (VARI-0222-000198) from 1,079 to 987 spaces (unanimous)
• Approved addition to non-conforming structure at 821 South Denver (VARI-0322-0195) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March 3, 2022 meeting (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission will consider hiring certified firefighter Marcus Bettis and certified police officer Zayne Johnson. The commission will also hold an executive session to discuss police personnel matters.

• Proposal to hire certified fire fighter Marcus Bettis
• Proposal to hire certified police officer Zayne Johnson
• Executive session for police personnel matters

Russellville Historic District Commission

The Russellville Historic District Commission is holding a regular meeting to review a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA) for two signs on the W.J. White Building, elect officers, and discuss graffiti treatment policies. They will also follow up on the Old Town Neighborhood, a revised letter to property owners, brochure revisions, and the Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress.

• Review of COA for 2 signs at 320 West 'B' Street for 'A Better Way Realty' by Sandy Harrison
• Election of officers
• Discussion of graffiti treatment that can be approved by staff
• Follow-up on Old Town Neighborhood
• Report on Latimore Tourist Home Phase I progress

The Russellville Historic District Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness (COA) for two new signs at 320 & 322 West 'B' Street for 'A Better Way Realty', despite the applicant's absence. The commission tabled officer elections until all members are present and tabled graffiti removal discussion until the next meeting. No other substantive decisions were made; updates were provided on the Latimore Tourist Home fundraising and a proposed ice cream social.

• Approved COA for signage at 320 & 322 West 'B' Street (voice vote)
• Tabled officer election until all commissioners present (voice vote)
• Tabled graffiti removal discussion until next meeting

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to accept minutes and reports, discuss old business including a non-aeronautical land use application and hangar construction, and consider new business such as a capital improvement plan update and a fundraiser. The agenda includes detailed fuel sales and financial statistics for February 2022.

• Jet A sales: 3,394 gallons; AVGAS: 2,969 gallons; total fuel volume: 6,263 gallons in February 2022
• Year-to-date fuel volume: 14,623 gallons, a 2.52% increase over February 2021
• City hangar occupancy: 77.42%; enclosed hangar 100%; shade hangars 40%; private hangars 100%
• Self-sufficiency for February 2022: 43.42% (updated 42.08%)
• Old business: permanent non-aeronautical land use application update, hangar construction update, RFP for fuel provider

The Russellville Airport Commission met on March 22, 2022, and approved the February 2022 minutes and the manager's report, both by 5-0 votes. No substantive policy decisions were made; the meeting focused on reports and updates, including fuel sales, hangar occupancy, and ongoing projects like the non-aeronautical land use application, hangar construction, and a fuel provider RFP.

• Approved February 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Approved manager's report (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review promotional testing dates, and consider proposals to hire a certified firefighter and a certified police officer.

• Proposal to hire certified firefighter Zachary Babbitt
• Proposal to hire certified police officer Quentin Lewis
• Review promotional testing dates

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the minutes from the previous meeting and reviewed dates for promotional testing. The Commission approved the hiring of certified firefighter Zachary Babbitt and certified officer Quentin Lewis, both under the Suspension of Competition rule. The meeting adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

• Approved minutes of the February 22, 2022 meeting
• Reviewed April 27, May 4, and May 5 for promotional testing
• Approved hiring certified firefighter Zachary Babbitt (Suspension of Competition)
• Approved hiring certified officer Quentin Lewis (Suspension of Competition)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider several appropriations and resolutions, including major funding for pool and park improvements, a traffic calming project, and a landscaping contract. They will also hold public hearings and second readings on zoning and subdivision ordinances. The meeting includes routine approvals of minutes and financial reports.

• $920,479 appropriation for M.J. Hickey Pool repair project
• $84,402.42 appropriation for City Park renovations (sidewalks, bathrooms, playground fall zone)
• $275,295.50 for South Vancouver Ave traffic calming improvements
• $1,080,450 for Public Works equipment and vehicles
• Resolution to lease land at Fire Station No. 3 to Arkansas Tech University (tabled from Feb. 17)

The Russellville City Council approved several appropriations and ordinances, including $1,080,450 for public works equipment and vehicles, $920,479 for Hickey Park pool renovation, and $275,295.50 for South Vancouver traffic calming. It also adopted ordinances on zoning, a private club, and water extension, and tabled a fishing dock agreement and a street vacation request.

• Approved $1,080,450 appropriation for Public Works equipment and vehicles (8-0)
• Approved $920,479 appropriation for Hickey Park Pool renovation (8-0)
• Approved $275,295.50 for South Vancouver traffic calming project (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2409 revising PUD zone with amendment (6-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2412 for La Chiquita Club 2 private club (7-1)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2413 amending zoning code with emergency clause (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2414 rezoning property at 111 and 114 W Harrell Drive (8-0)
• Tabled fishing dock MOU and street vacation request (8-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to receive an update on first draft concepts for the Mary Rye Campbell Addition. The public may address concerns during the meeting.

• Approval of minutes from February 15, 2022 meeting
• Financial report for month ending February 28, 2022
• Update on first draft concepts for Mary Rye Campbell Addition
• Public comment period

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved the February minutes and reviewed the February financial report. They narrowed design options for the Mary Rye Campbell Addition to two choices and discussed fundraising for the east line Detroit Avenue fence project. No formal votes were taken on new business items.

• Approved February 15, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Narrowed Mary Rye Campbell Addition memorial options to two designs
• Discussed fundraising letter for Detroit Avenue fence project, vote deferred to next meeting

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is meeting to approve minutes and discuss new business, including an Aquatic Center Learn To Swim sponsorship and a bike skills course. The agenda also includes updates on several parks and facilities, but no decisions are listed.

• Aquatic Center Learn To Swim Sponsorship
• Bike Skills Course by Blake Slater
• Updates on Aquatic Center, James School Park, All-Inclusive Playground, M.J. Hickey Pool, and Arkansas Game and Fish fishing piers

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting on March 3, 2022, to consider several planning items. These include a rezoning and large-scale development for properties on W Harrell Drive, an outside service agreement for Eagles Crest Subdivision, and a zoning text amendment. Two items have been requested to be tabled: a large-scale development for Walmart and a special use permit for a cryptocurrency mining facility. The commission will also discuss a zoning code update.

• Rezoning from C-2 to College Hill Zone at 111 and 114 W Harrell Drive (ZONE-0122-000179)
• Large Scale Development at 111 and 114 W Harrell Drive (LSDV-0122-000178)
• Outside Service Agreement for Eagles Crest Subdivision (MPA-0222-000185)
• Tabled: Large Scale Development at 2409 E Main Street for Walmart Real Estate Business Trust (LSDV-0222-000186)
• Tabled: Special Use Permit for Cryptocurrency Mining Facility at 615 Tyler Road (SPUP-0222-000184)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved the rezoning of 111 & 114 West Harrell Drive from C-2 to College Hill Zone, and approved the associated University Lofts large-scale development, a 120-unit micro apartment complex. The commission also approved an outside water service agreement for Eagles Crest Subdivision without requiring an annexation agreement, and forwarded a zone text amendment to the City Council. Two items were tabled to the April meeting.

• Approved rezoning of 111 & 114 West Harrell Drive from C-2 to College Hill Zone (unanimous)
• Approved University Lofts large-scale development, 120-unit micro apartment complex, with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved outside water service agreement for Eagles Crest Subdivision without annexation agreement (unanimous)
• Approved zone text amendment for El Paso/University District to allow College Hill Zone expansion (unanimous)
• Tabled large-scale development at 2409 East Main Street (Walmart) to April meeting
• Tabled special use permit for cryptocurrency mining facility at 615 Tyler Road to April meeting

Airport Commission

The Russellville Airport Commission is meeting to review the manager's report, including fuel sales and financials, and to discuss old and new business items. Key topics include the 2021 AIP grant project, 2023 CIP changes, a fuel provider RFP, and commissioner reappointments. The agenda includes procedural items like accepting minutes and the manager's report.

• Jet A sales: 5,871 gallons in Dec 2021, 4,359 in Jan 2022
• AVGAS sales: 3,550 gallons in Dec 2021, 3,891 in Jan 2022
• City hangar occupancy: 74.42% in both Dec and Jan
• RFP for Fuel Provider to be discussed
• Commissioner expiring terms for Bill West and Les Teaff

The Russellville Airport Commission met on 2/22/2022 and approved the minutes from 11/30/2021 and the manager's report, both by 5-0 votes. No major decisions were made; the commission discussed ongoing projects, including the closed Taxiway East grant project, 2023 CIP changes, a new GPU, and a permanent non-aeronautical land use application. New business included plans for a fuel provider RFP and adding commission officer elections to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes from 11/30/2021 (5-0)
• Approved manager's report (5-0)
• Motion to add commission officers to next meeting passed (5-0)

City Council

The Russellville City Council will consider multiple appropriations from 2021 carryover funds, including $28,000 for two K9 units and $13,000 for CAD paging upgrades, plus a $349,228 live burn facility for the fire department. They will also vote on a bid from Fire Training Structures, LLC, and several ordinances, including a zoning amendment and street renaming process. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and financial reports.

• $349,228 appropriation for a multi-story live burn facility for the fire department
• $28,000 for two K9 units plus handler training and equipment for the police department
• $13,000 for CAD paging and web monitoring to improve 911 connectivity for fire and police
• Ordinance to amend permit fees for new residential construction (single-family to 4-unit townhomes) for one year
• Resolution to partner with Arkansas Department of Transportation for East 4th Street railroad signal upgrade

The Russellville City Council approved multiple appropriations and resolutions, including $349,228 from fire funds for a new multi-story live burn training facility and acceptance of a bid from Fire Training Structures, LLC. The council also approved $28,000 for two K9 units, $24,454.45 for epoxy flooring at the Aquatic Center, and $13,000 for CAD paging and web monitoring for fire and police. Several items were tabled or removed, including a lease agreement with Arkansas Tech University and a copier rental agreement with Leaf Capital Funding, LLC.

• Approved $349,228 appropriation from Fire Contingency and Fire Insurance Premiums funds for a live burn facility
• Accepted bid from Fire Training Structures, LLC to build the multi-story live burn facility
• Approved $28,000 appropriation for two K9 units plus handler training and equipment
• Approved $24,454.45 appropriation for epoxy flooring in bathrooms and lobby of the Aquatic Center
• Approved $13,000 appropriation for CAD paging and CAD web monitoring for RFD and RPD
• Approved $2,572.96 appropriation to replace a totaled 2020 Ford Explorer police vehicle
• Tabled lease agreement with Arkansas Tech University for land where Fire Station No. 3 is located
• Removed rental agreement with Leaf Capital Funding, LLC for copiers

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and a financial report, and to discuss plans for Decoration Day 2022. The board will also hear public comments and consider items not on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from January 18, 2022 meeting
• Financial report for month ending January 31, 2022
• Order placed with Earthworks for a teddy bear magnolia tree between drives 3 and 4 along 8th Street line
• Discussion of Decoration Day 2022 project, including dates and events

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission approved the January 18, 2022, minutes and set Sunday, May 1, 2022, as Decoration Day/Workshop with a rain date of May 15, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. They also reviewed the January financial report, discussed projects including a magnolia tree planting and headstone cleaning, and noted progress on a fence bid package.

• Approved the January 18, 2022, meeting minutes unanimously.
• Set Sunday, May 1, 2022, as Decoration Day/Workshop with rain date May 15, 1:00–4:00 p.m., passed unanimously.
• Reviewed January 2022 financial report: operating account $108,398.73, trust account $154,297.99.
• Placed order with Earthworks for teddy bear magnolia tree planting between drives 3 and 4.
• Discussed Decoration Day focus on headstone cleaning with new D-2 product.
• Discussed state registry application requiring archeological surveys and historical data.
• Sent bid package for east line Detroit Avenue fence to Public Works/Planning Development.

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting, primarily revisiting a revision to the Hudson Harbor Planned Unit Development (PUD) that was referred back by the City Council. The agenda also includes several new business items, such as a special use permit for an ice vending machine, a withdrawn application, plats, a right-of-way vacation, and a rezoning with a large-scale development request.

• Revision to Hudson Harbor PUD off Marina Road (ZONE-1221-000167), referred back by City Council
• Special Use Permit for Ice Vending Machine business at 1301 S Arkansas Ave (SPUP-0122-000174)
• Withdrawn Special Use Permit for Storage Building/Container Sale at 3333 S Arkansas Ave (SPUP-0122-000176)
• Rezoning from C-2 to PUD at 111 and 114 W Harrell Drive (ZONE-0122-000179) and Large Scale Development (LSDV-0122-000178)
• Vacation of 15' of N Greenwich ROW and 15' of East F Street ROW in JL Shinn Addition (VAC-0122-000180)

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a revision to the Hudson Harbor Planned Unit Development (PUD), allowing twelve revised house plans and permitting one specific plan (HH-1680) on a single property, with conditions to maintain community aesthetics. The commission also approved a special use permit for an ice vending machine at 1301 S Arkansas Ave, a minor plat for Thunderbird Square, a replat for the Sweeden Addition, and a right-of-way vacation for 612 N Greenwich. Two items related to rezoning and large-scale development at 111 and 114 W Harrell Drive were tabled to the March meeting, and Wayne Cummings was appointed to the Board of Adjustment.

• Approved Hudson Harbor PUD revision with staff conditions (unanimous)
• Approved special use permit for ice vending machine at 1301 S Arkansas Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minor plat for Thunderbird Square at 109 Weir Road (unanimous)
• Approved replat of Sweeden Addition for water/sewer easements (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of 15' of N Greenwich ROW and 15' of E F Street ROW with utility easement (unanimous)
• Tabled rezoning and large-scale development at 111 and 114 W Harrell Drive to March meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Wayne Cummings to Board of Adjustment (unanimous)

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is holding a called meeting to consider hiring certified officer Joshua Foshee and to set promotional testing dates for the Russellville Fire Department. The agenda contains only these two new business items.

• Proposal to hire certified officer Joshua Foshee
• RFD promotional testing dates

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the hiring of certified officer Joshua Foshee, as proposed by Police Chief David Ewing, under the Suspension of Competition rule. The motion was made by Toni Bachman, seconded by Barbara Horton, and approved by the Commission. The meeting also included an update on promotional testing dates for Engineer and Captain positions, scheduled for April 27 and May 4, 2022.

• Approved hiring certified officer Joshua Foshee under Suspension of Competition (unanimous)
• Noted promotional testing dates for Engineer and Captain positions: April 27 and May 4

Civil Service Commission

The Russellville Civil Service Commission is meeting to discuss new business, including scheduling police new hire testing for February 5 and 12, 2022, and considering proposals to hire certified officers Lucas Jackson and Haley Russell. They will also address promotional testing for Russellville Fire Department Engineer and Captains, and Russellville Police Department Sergeant positions.

• Police new hire testing scheduled for February 5 and 12, 2022
• Proposal to hire certified officers Lucas Jackson and Haley Russell
• RFD Engineer and Captains promotional testing
• RPD Sergeant promotional testing

The Russellville Civil Service Commission approved the hiring of two certified police officers, Lucas Jackson and Haley Russell, via suspension of competition. The commission also approved prior meeting minutes and arranged for new hire testing and promotional testing schedules.

• Approved minutes of October 26 and December 9, 2021 meetings
• Approved hiring of certified officer Lucas Jackson (motion by Lykins, second by Bachman)
• Approved hiring of certified officer Haley Russell (motion by Camacho, second by Fleck)
• Arranged police new hire testing for February 5 and 12, 2022
• Scheduled Engineer and Captains promotional testing (Captains list expired, Engineer list expires June)
• Scheduled Sergeant promotional testing (list expires May)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is meeting to consider a range of financial items, including a $750,000 transfer from the general fund to the emergency reserve, several appropriations for parks, fireworks, and fire equipment, and a bid for structure removal. They will also hold public hearings and second readings on ordinances related to street renaming, donations, street vacation, and zoning amendments, plus new business on redistricting and special use permits.

• Resolution to transfer $750,000 from General Fund to Emergency Reserve
• Appropriation of $4,500 for July 4th fireworks display
• Appropriation of $364,456.26 for all-inclusive playground at City Park
• Bid from Navona Construction for demolition at 816 South Greenwich Avenue
• Ordinance to vacate 14 feet of North Cleveland Avenue and 8 feet along East H Street

The Russellville City Council approved multiple resolutions and appropriations, including agreements with Arkansas Valley Alliance for economic development, purchases of a Rosenberger aerial and engine for the fire department, and a $750,000 transfer to the emergency reserve. The council also adopted an ordinance establishing a street renaming process after a failed attempt to skip readings, and tabled a zoning ordinance amendment to February 17, 2022. All votes were 8-0 unless noted.

• Approved reappointment of Cody Black to Planning Commission (8-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2000-2001 for Arkansas Valley Alliance economic development and workforce services (8-0)
• Approved purchase of Rosenberger aerial and engine from Capital Asset Fund (8-0)
• Transferred $750,000 from General Fund to Emergency Reserve (8-0)
• Adopted street renaming ordinance after second reading (6-2)
• Tabled zoning amendment (ZONE-1121-000153) to Feb 17, 2022 (7-1)
• Approved special use permit for auto repair at 690 East Main Street (8-0)
• Approved final plat of Param Estates with emergency clause (8-0)

Oakland Cemetery Commission

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission is meeting to approve the December 2021 minutes, receive a financial report, and review carried-over projects such as a fence, tree replanting, dumpster cove, and Avenue of Flags. They will also hold a year-in-review, elect board members, and discuss 2022 projects.

• Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes
• Financial report for month ending December 31, 2021
• Carried-over projects: fence along east line near Detroit Ave, teddy bear magnolia replanting, dumpster cove, Avenue of Flags (50 flags)
• Election/designation of board members
• Introduction of 2022 projects/workshops/events

The Russellville Oakland Cemetery Commission held its first 2022 meeting, approving the December 2021 minutes and financial report. Officers were re-elected unanimously: Mindy Hudson as Chairperson, Kenneth Startup as Vice Chairperson, and Rebecca Howell as Secretary. The commission also reviewed ongoing projects and discussed 2022 plans, including a veterans memorial area and new lighting.

• Approved December 21, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Accepted December 2021 financial report (unanimous)
• Re-elected Rebecca Howell as Secretary (unanimous)
• Re-elected Kenneth Startup as Vice Chairperson (unanimous)
• Re-elected Mindy Hudson as Chairperson (unanimous)

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission is holding its monthly meeting. The agenda includes electing a commission chairman, nominating a new commissioner, and receiving updates on several parks and facilities. No old business is listed.

• Election of Commission Chairman
• Nominations for a New Commissioner
• Updates on James School Park
• Updates on Aquatic Center
• Updates on Schoolhouse Trail and All Inclusive Playground

The Russellville Recreation and Parks Commission re-elected Greg Hines as chairman for 2022 and approved the previous meeting's minutes. The commission is seeking nominations to fill a vacant commissioner seat. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting focused on project updates.

• Re-elected Greg Hines as commission chairman for 2022
• Approved minutes from the 11-18-21 meeting

Planning Commission

The Russellville Planning Commission will hold its regular monthly meeting to elect officers for 2022 and consider several land-use items. They will review a special use permit for an auto repair business, a final plat for a subdivision, and a revision to a planned unit development. No unfinished business is listed.

• Special Use Permit for auto repair business at 690 East Main Street (SPUP-1221-000166)
• Final Plat for Param Estates at 179 Waterworks Road (PLAT-1221-000168)
• Revision to Hudson Harbor PUD off Marina Road (ZONE-1221-000167)
• Election of officers for 2022

The Russellville Planning Commission approved a special use permit for an auto repair business at 690 East Main Street, a final plat for Param Estates at 179 Waterworks Road, and a revision to the Hudson Harbor PUD off Marina Road. All items were approved unanimously and forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Approved special use permit for auto repair at 690 East Main Street (unanimous)
• Approved final plat for Param Estates at 179 Waterworks Road (unanimous)
• Approved revision to Hudson Harbor PUD with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of November 30, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Elected 2022 officers: Wendell Miller (Chairman), Don Jacimore (Vice-Chairman), Justin Cothren (Secretary) (unanimous)

City Council

The Russellville City Council is holding a special called meeting to discuss and approve the 2022 committee and liaison assignments, as well as the 2022 Rules of Procedure and Standing Rules. These are administrative items that set the framework for council operations for the year.

• 2022 Committee & Liaisons Assignments
• Discussion and Resolution for Approval of the 2022 Rules of Procedure and Standing Rules

The Russellville City Council met in a special called session and adopted Resolution No. 1999, organizing the council for 2022 and establishing procedures and rules. A proposed amendment to require each ward to have a representative on the Finance Committee failed 6-1. A motion to limit speakers to three minutes was withdrawn and passed 7-0 to withdraw.

• Adopted Resolution No. 1999 organizing the City Council for 2022 (7-0)
• Failed motion to change Section 4.1 of Standing Rules to require each ward on Finance Committee (6-1)
• Withdrew motion to cut off speakers at 3 minutes (7-0)