4-14-26 Board of Directors Agenda Meeting

The City of Hot Springs Board of Directors held an agenda meeting on April 14, 2026, to review upcoming agenda items for formal consideration. Key procurement-related discussions included a resolution to apply for a $550,008 Transportation Alternatives Program grant to develop the Hollywood Railroad Spur Trail, with a total project cost of $687,510 and a city match of $144,377. Another resolution approved amendments to consent administrative orders with the Department of Energy and Environment, including penalty reductions related to environmental compliance. The board also considered awarding a term contract for mowing and landscape services to C and C Lawn Care Service LLC as the primary vendor, with Tus Newit Lawn and Landscape as secondary, to improve efficiency in city property maintenance. Additionally, a contract award of $882,766 was recommended to Coakley Company Inc. for 2026 waterline improvements, focusing on replacing aging infrastructure. An emergency ordinance was proposed to waive competitive bidding and authorize a $661,628 budget transfer for urgent stormwater drainage repairs at Central Avenue, utilizing an existing contract with Coakley Company. These actions reflect the city's ongoing capital improvement projects and maintenance efforts, supported by budget allocations and grant funding.