July 13 2026 - Advertising & Promotion Commission Meeting

The City of Conway, Arkansas Advertising & Promotion Commission held a meeting on July 13, 2026, focusing on financial reports, event funding, and permit enforcement. The commission reviewed a $3,500 advertising and promotion grant awarded to the Women's Leadership Network for their expanded business showcase event, which saw significant vendor and attendee growth. Financial statements showed positive net changes in fund balances and increased collections compared to previous years. Discussions included the transition of payment processing, delinquent permit enforcement with motions passed to issue final notices and citations, and coordination with the city attorney's office for cease and desist orders. Updates were provided on capital projects such as downtown ridge lighting and holiday decorations, as well as software changes for short-term rental data collection. The commission also discussed a potential matching grant proposal for regional trail connectivity, which could involve VisitConway as a partner. Permit issuance for brick-and-mortar, mobile vendors, and short-term rentals was reported, along with ongoing efforts to improve online permit applications and compliance monitoring. The meeting concluded with routine approvals and no new business.