West Memphis City Council Meeting 03/19/2026

The West Memphis City Council meeting held on March 19, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The council approved an ordinance establishing the Metobrook Commission and its enterprise fund, with appointments to be made by the mayor. A significant budget item approved was the payment of an outstanding balance of $63,513.08 to PlanSource for HR software services. The council also authorized the mayor to sign a Letter of Intent (LOI) with a project development firm for a major water park and entertainment complex, a project estimated to generate over $60 million in tax revenue over ten years. The LOI allows the city to proceed with financing efforts without committing to construction yet, with protections and caps on city expenditures. Discussions included infrastructure funding, revenue sharing, and the importance of a November ballot issue to enable economic development financing tools. Additionally, the fire department reported on upcoming capital projects, including a new bay at station one and replacement of a burned truck, with insurance covering part of the cost. The meeting also covered cooperative purchasing agreements for utilities and updates on airport infrastructure projects. The mayor highlighted ongoing city improvements, economic development successes including a $4 billion Google investment, and upcoming community events. No new bid openings were reported during the meeting.