September 14 2026 - Advertising & Promotion Commission Meeting

The City of Conway, Arkansas Advertising & Promotion Commission met on September 14, 2026, primarily to discuss issues related to delinquent food and beverage tax collections and permit compliance. The commission reviewed reports on tax collections, including current and past due amounts, and discussed challenges in enforcing citations due to legal concerns raised by the city attorney's office. They considered strategies such as hiring an investigator, improving business education through videos, and revisiting ordinance provisions to better manage permit issuance, revocation, and compliance. The commission also explored options for designating a representative to handle permit revocations and payment arrangements to streamline enforcement. Additionally, updates were provided on upcoming community events and the launch of an online application for short-term rental permits, with efforts underway to license unregistered short-term rentals. No new contracts or procurement awards were discussed during this meeting.