West Memphis City Council Meeting 03/05/2026

The West Memphis City Council meeting held on March 5, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and approvals. The council approved Resolution 2351, authorizing sales agreements for city properties at $1,500 each. They also approved Resolution 2352, which authorized the execution of a master intergovernmental cooperative purchasing agreement to leverage collective buying power for better pricing and delivery terms on municipal commodities, such as transformers. Additionally, the council approved a road crossing agreement related to the South Loop project, facilitating infrastructure development tied to economic growth and the Google project. The meeting also covered ordinances for street renaming and lot splits, and a legal update involving rejection of a $200,000 settlement offer in ongoing litigation. Economic development was a key topic, with updates on a major potential investment by Google expected to bring significant job creation to the city. Other discussions included police department updates, grant approvals, and community events. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing procurement and infrastructure projects to support economic development and municipal operations.