City Council Meeting June 23, 2026

The City Council of Springdale, Arkansas, held a regular meeting on June 23, 2026, where several procurement and infrastructure-related items were discussed and approved. Key procurement actions included the approval of a resolution to authorize the Housing Authority of Lonoke County to operate within Springdale, and the calling of a special election to fill a city council vacancy. The council approved a $41,600 appraisal settlement for a permanent trail easement acquisition related to the Sunset Avenue Extension and Pal Street improvement project. They also authorized professional services contracts with Hutton Corporation for preliminary design work on a proposed downtown parking structure, approving the higher option costing approximately $72,000 from the unrestricted general fund. Additionally, the council agreed to partner with the Arkansas Department of Transportation on a Highway 612 extension project, committing to a $600,000 cost share for enhanced sidewalks. A $19,562 reimbursable agreement with Cox Advanced Services for utility relocation was approved, as well as a $393,520 contract with M&M Railroad for crossing gate and signal improvements tied to the Sunset Avenue Extension. The council also authorized an additional $112,250 for design services to address storm sewer inadequacies on Meadow Avenue, funded by the 2023 street bond. Lastly, a resolution was passed to commit matching funds up to $50,000 for a federal transit-oriented development planning grant application for the Highway 71B corridor. These actions reflect the council's focus on advancing capital improvement projects and infrastructure enhancements through strategic partnerships and professional service contracts.