Hot Springs board approves multiple rezonings, including 415 Quapaw and controversial Stover/Blair change The board adopted Ordinance O-26-12 to rezone 415 Quapaw Avenue and approved additional zoning map amendments to allow smaller-lot single-family infill (RN5→RN3). One Stover/Blair rezoning passed 5–2 after residents raised concerns about narrow streets, fire access and stormwater.

The Hot Springs Board has made waves by approving controversial zoning changes for smaller-lot developments, igniting heated debates over safety and infrastructure.

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Hot Springs board limits paid parking to Central Avenue, lowers Central rate to $4; emergency clause set for March 1 After extensive public comment and debate, the Hot Springs Board adopted an amended version of Ordinance O-26-04 that confines paid parking to Central Avenue and three lots, sets Central at $4 per hour (4-hour max) and Fountain/parking deck/Hill Wheatley at $2 per hour; an emergency clause makes the change effective March 1, 2026.

Hot Springs has just revamped its paid parking rules, limiting charges to Central Avenue and lowering rates to give local businesses a much-needed boost!

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Hot Springs staff recommends $2.19 million short‑term financing to lock low rate Finance Director Karen Scott recommended the city obtain $2,187,547 in short‑term financing from US Bancorp Government Leasing & Finance Inc. at a rate of 3.628% to fund 2026 capital vehicle and equipment purchases; staff proposed declaring an emergency to lock the rate.

Hot Springs is considering a $2.19 million financing plan to secure essential vehicles and equipment at a record low interest rate of just 3.628%!

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Hot Springs City reviews multiple action items ahead of Feb. 3 meeting City staff reviewed several procurement and service items to be acted on Feb. 3, including a recommended answering-services contract, an interlocal IT renewal with Garland County, a $135,608.88 backhoe purchase, a $15,000 ARFF lease extension and a $173,950 water-equipment purchase.

Hot Springs City is gearing up for a pivotal council meeting on Feb. 3, reviewing crucial contracts and equipment purchases that could reshape local services and public safety.

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Board to consider consent items Nov. 18 including contracts for radios, airport hangar and police shelving; Metro Partnership renewal recommended Staff previewed the Nov. 18 consent agenda including a $420,276 three-year Motorola service agreement (budget amendments requested), a $924,554 airport hangar construction bid award, a $96,148 police evidence shelving purchase, a professional services award for code updates, a certified local government preservation grant, and a $100,000 renewal to

Major changes are on the horizon for Hot Springs as the city board prepares to discuss significant contracts and budget adjustments that could impact multiple departments!

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Metro Partnership asks board to extend Majestic site deadline, committee proposes Dec. 31 submission date The Hot Springs Metro Partnership's Majestic Site Committee told the board it expects two final proposals for the city-owned Majestic site and requested a Dec. 31 submission deadline plus an extension of the committee's review timeline through March 31, 2026. Board members asked for access to the committee's ranking model and discussed allowing the

The Hot Springs Metro Partnership is racing against the clock to finalize proposals for the Majestic site, with a crucial Dec. 31 deadline looming!

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Hot Springs HR recommends stop-loss change; staff also proposes renewals for dental, vision and life insurance HR Director Brooke Gilbert presented multiple employee-benefits items: QualChoice recommended Barton Insurance Group for stop-loss coverage and to raise the individual specific deductible from $100,000 to $125,000; Delta Dental proposed no rate or benefit changes for dental/vision; and MetLife has offered group life rates unchanged through Dec. 31,

Hot Springs HR Director Brooke Gilbert is shaking up employee benefits with crucial changes and renewals—could this impact your coverage?

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City Manager Bill Burrow to Present Action Items at August Board Meeting Mary Zunick will receive Sister City International award during next Tuesday's meeting.

Hot Springs is gearing up for a pivotal Board of Directors meeting that promises to strengthen community ties and celebrate international achievements!

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Hot Springs council approves airport grant and building demolition resolution Council authorizes airport grant for repairs and approves demolition of structure at 214 Potter.

Hot Springs is taking big steps for community safety, approving a crucial airport grant and moving forward with the demolition of a nuisance property!

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Hot Springs secures $200K grant for safe streets action plan to reduce roadway fatalities Hot Springs secures $200,000 grant to enhance roadway safety and develop public transportation dashboard.

Hot Springs just secured a $200,000 grant to revolutionize roadway safety and tackle fatal accidents head-on!

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