Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Texarkana public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
4 issues with high priority
Mayoral Election Results
Texarkana, Arkansas has a new mayor: Tammy Waters beat Council Member Laney Harris with 69% of the vote. It’s a decisive win that could shift city priorities, so expect the new administration to start putting its stamp on local decisions.
Drive-thru rezoning request at 209 W 38th Street
A property owner wants to rezone 209 W 38th Street to General Retail to operate a drive-thru window. The spot is surrounded by apartments and single-family homes, and staff say the city's Future Land Use Map calls for Neighborhood Residential here, so they're recommending denial.
Multifamily and retail development on South Bishop Road
A 13-acre tract at 2014 S. Bishop was rezoned to allow multifamily housing and general retail, opening the door to new apartments and shops in Ward 2.
CDBG grant funding
A contract with JSG Homes, LLC was scheduled for consideration to reconstruct three homes under the state HOME Program, putting federal housing dollars to work locally.