# Town Hall Meeting (1% sales tax and bond issues) 9/24/2026


**Body:** cityofeurekasprings
**Date:** September 23, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Construction & Infrastructure, Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding


This town hall meeting held by the City of Eureka Springs on September 24, 2026, focused on the upcoming November ballot measures concerning a 1% local sales tax and two bond issues aimed at funding critical water and sewer infrastructure improvements. City officials and engineers detailed the need for approximately $16 million in bond financing, split evenly between water and sewer projects, to address aging infrastructure, leaks, and compliance with state regulations. The 1% sales tax is proposed to provide a sustainable funding source to repay the bonds and spread costs over time, primarily targeting visitors who place the greatest demand on the system. The meeting included explanations of the financial structure, project priorities, timelines, and the importance of passing all three measures together to enable immediate and comprehensive infrastructure upgrades. Public questions addressed topics such as the capacity of the wastewater treatment plant, the impact of tourism on funding, and the transparency of project management. The city emphasized that the sales tax revenue would be 100% dedicated to water and sewer improvements, with oversight by city officials and state agencies. The meeting concluded with a call for voter support to ensure the long-term sustainability and reliability of Eureka Springs' water and sewer systems.

**Source:** cityofeurekasprings