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AGENDA SILOAM SPRINGS BOARD OF DIRECTORS July 21, 2026 BOARD MEETING / 6:30 PM (Board Meeting to be held at the Siloam Springs Public Library, 205 E Jefferson Street) Board of Directors Meeting: Opening of Meeting Call to Order Roll Call Prayer Pledge of Allegiance I. Public Input The public may address the Board of Directors regarding any item on the consent agenda or any city business NOT listed on the Board’s regular agenda. II. Consent Agenda A. Regular Meeting Minutes / July 7, 2026 B. Siloam Springs Housing Authority / Re-Appointment of Commissioner Philip Patterson C. Northwest Arkansas National Airport / Re-Appointment of Regional Airport Authority’s Board of Directors / Art Morris III. Presentations D. Constitution Camp / Preamble and Resolutions IV. Regularly Scheduled Items Staff Reports E. Administrator’s Report / For Record / July 7, 2026  Ordinances F. Ordinance 26-14 / 2nd Reading / Amending Section 35-185 of the City Municipal Code / Rezoning from R-2 to G-1 /1613 W. Alpine St G. Ordinance 26-15 / 1st Reading / Extension of Existing Levy of 0.625 Percent Sales and Use Tax (5/8th) Resolutions H. Resolution 14-26 / RAISE Grant / Reconstruction of Main Street Broadway Street, East to N. Lincoln Street / $11.55M V. Closing Items I. Administrator’s Report J. Directors’ Reports K. Adjournment Public Input The public may address the Board of Directors regarding any item on the consent agenda or any city business NOT listed on the Board’s regular agenda. Consent Agenda • Regular Meeting Minutes / July 7, 2026 • Siloam Springs Housing Authority / Re-Appointment of Commissioner Philip Patterson • Northwest Arkansas National Airport / Re-Appointment of Regional Airport Authority’s Board of Directors / Art Morris  MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE CITY OF SILOAM SPRINGS, BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, HELD July 7, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Siloam Springs Board of Directors The City of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, Board of Directors met in regular session at the City of Siloam Springs Public Library on July 7th, 2026. Opening of Meeting The Siloam Springs Board of Directors met in regular session on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, at 6:30 PM at the Siloam Springs Public Library, 205 E Jefferson Street, Siloam Springs, Arkansas. Roll Call Present: Director Hunt, Director Wiles, Director Blair, Director Rissler, Director Carroll, Director Burns, Director Allen Absent: None Director Rissler led the invocation, after which the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. I. Public Input Chamber of Commerce President Randy Torres (Fisher Ford Road) addressed the Board to express gratitude for the collective effort that went into hosting Governor Sanders and her cabinet in Siloam Springs the previous week. He noted that the city made a highly favorable impression on the cabinet members in attendance and commended the Board, city staff, and local businesses for their participation in the event. II. Consent Agenda Regular Meeting Minutes / June 16, 2026 Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Hunt. The motion carried 7-0. III. Regularly Scheduled Items Staff Reports Administrator's Report / For Record / June 16, 2026 No separate discussion. Filed for record. May Financial Report Finance Director Christina Petriches introduced a new addition to the monthly financial statements: supplemental slides tracking sales tax performance (city and county) and utility sales trends compared to prior year figures. She highlighted that while utility sales are tracking as budgeted, penalty revenue remains below budget due to the ongoing suspension of penalty charges. Service extension fees were also noted as significantly down year-over-year, with one recorded for the current year compared to ten at the same point the prior year. Director Petriches also reported that the city is on track to convert back to Cassell billing, with the first filing anticipated at the end of September. City Administrator Scot Rigby affirmed that the supplemental slides would be included in every monthly financial report going forward, describing the initiative as a means of improving transparency and providing the Board and public with a clearer picture of the city's economic performance. He noted that the sales tax trend data would be used internally to guide departmental spending adjustments throughout the remainder of the fiscal year and into the upcoming budget season. Contracts and Approvals Approval / Budget Amendment / Parks & Recreation / Cemetery / Hustler 104 Mower / $31,936.77 / Perpetual Care Fund Parks and Recreation Manager Travis Chaney presented the request for a budget amendment to purchase a replacement mower for the city cemetery. He explained that the cemetery encompasses approximately 40 acres and roughly 10,000 headstones, maintained by a two-person full-time staff. The operation requires two mowers to complete a full mowing cycle within one week; however, one mower was recently taken out of service by Fleet Services after being deemed unsafe and beyond reasonable repair. Manager Chaney noted that the replacement unit is a Hustler 104. This mower is a larger, faster model expected to reduce the mowing cycle by an entire day. Director Allen inquired about the funding source and the Perpetual Care Fund's structure. Manager Chaney confirmed that the fund is sustained entirely through a percentage of cemetery lot sales. Financial Impact & Community Benefit: The purchase totals $31,936.77, sourced entirely from the Perpetual Care Fund, which is generated through cemetery lot sales and carries no impact on the general fund. This is a one-time capital expenditure driven by the sudden failure of an existing mower that Fleet Services determined could not be safely repaired. The immediate community benefit is the restoration of the cemetery's standard two-mower operational capacity, ensuring that the city's approximately 10,000 gravesites across 40 acres continue to be maintained at the level of care residents and families expect. The larger, faster replacement unit also provides an efficiency gain, reducing the mowing cycle by an estimated full day. Motion to approve the budget amendment for the purchase of the Hustler 104 Mower through SourceWell in the amount of $31,936.77 from the Perpetual Care Fund was made by Director Allen and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried 7-0. Approval / Memorandum of Understanding / Siloam Springs School District and the City of Siloam Springs for School Resource Officers / 2026-2027 School Year Interim Chief of Police Derek Spicer presented the annual renewal of the Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the Siloam Springs School District for the placement of School Resource Officers (SROs) for the 2026–2027 school year. He described the MOU as consistent with prior years. Director Carroll offered remarks in appreciation of the SRO program, noting that it gives students the experience of seeing law enforcement as trusted community figures rather than authority figures to be feared. Director Allen echoed these sentiments, reflecting on the lasting relationships SROs build with students over multiple school years and the broader value of modeling civic responsibility and rule of law for young people. He noted that while the cost of the program is modest, the intangible benefits to the community are substantial. Motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the Siloam Springs School District and the City of Siloam Springs for School Resource Officers for the 2026–2027 school year was made by Director Carroll and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried 7-0. Approval / Electric Department / Pole Attachment / Utilities Attaching to City- Owned Poles Electric Director Phil Stokes presented an updated standard pole attachment agreement governing fiber and utility companies that seek to attach to city-owned poles. He noted that the primary revision clarified language in Section 3.2 to specify that each permit applies to a single pole rather than a group of poles. Director Burns asked about the definition of "reasonable" notice in the emergency disconnection provision (Section 4.5), and Director Stokes clarified that reasonableness is evaluated contextually, for instance, a downed or hazardous line may require immediate action without prior notice to the attaching company. He also confirmed that height standards, including 12 feet over sidewalks and 18 feet over streets, govern the safe installation of attachments. Director Allen raised the broader topic of franchise agreements, noting that the city has not historically negotiated for Public, Educational, and Government (PEG) access channels as part of franchise agreements with companies like Cox, which other served municipalities have secured. City Administrator Scot Rigby confirmed that a companion franchise agreement for the current attaching utility would be brought back to the Board, and that staff plans to conduct a comprehensive audit of all existing franchise agreements to assess compliance, renewal timelines, and opportunities to renegotiate terms, including potential PEG channel access for broadcasting Board and planning meetings. Motion to approve the establishment and use of a standard pole attachment agreement for utilities attaching to city-owned poles was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Wiles. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinances Ordinance 26-04 / 3rd Reading / Amending Section 35-185 of the City Municipal Code / Rezoning from R-2 to R-5 / 800 Block of AR HWY 16 Senior Planner Ben Rhoads presented the third and final reading of Ordinance 26-04, rezoning property in the 800 block of South Arkansas Highway 16 from R-2 (Residential Medium) to R-5 (Townhome). He noted that the previously discussed gate and riprap issue at the drainage pond has a plan in place for resolution within the next 30 days, though physical installation had not yet been completed. Director Blair sought confirmation on the gate installation status, which was affirmed by staff. Motion to place Ordinance 26-04 on its third and final reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Carroll. The motion carried 7-0. Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-04 was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Wiles. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 26-04 is adopted. Ordinance 26-08 / 3rd Reading / Amending Section 35-185 of the City Municipal Code / Rezoning from R-3(H-1) to G-I(H-1) / 302 N. Maxwell St. Senior Planner Ben Rhoads presented the third and final reading of Ordinance 26-08, rezoning the property at 302 North Maxwell Street. This is the site of First Presbyterian Church, going from R-3(H-1) to GI(H-1) (General Institutional with Historic Overlay). The rezoning aligns the property's zoning designation with its function as a civic place of worship. No public comments had been received since the second reading. Motion to place Ordinance 26-08 on its third and final reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Carroll. The motion carried 7-0. Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-08 was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Hunt. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 26-08 is adopted. Ordinance 26-10 / 3rd Reading / Signature Authority Delegation Ordinance Finance Director Christina Petriches briefly summarized Ordinance 26-10, noting that its purpose is to codify and clarify the city administrator's authority to sign and delegate signature authority on behalf of the city. Motion to place Ordinance 26-10 on its third and final reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Allen. The motion carried 7-0. Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-10 was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Hunt. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 26-10 is adopted. Ordinance 26-11 / 3rd Reading / Revising 2-221 (Signature Authority) Finance Director Christina Petriches summarized Ordinance 26-11 as a companion measure to Ordinance 26-10, revising Section 2-221 of the municipal code to clarify purchasing and signature authority for the city administrator. Motion to place Ordinance 26-11 on its third and final reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Hunt. The motion carried 7-0. Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-11 was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Hunt. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 26-11 is adopted. Ordinance 26-12 / 2nd Reading / Annexation of 21.54 acres / Heritage Ranch Addition, Phase 1 and Lawlis Acres Addition, Lots 1 to 3 Senior Planner Ben Rhoads presented the second reading of Ordinance 26-12, which would annex 21.54 acres comprising Heritage Ranch Addition Phase 1 and Lots 1–3 of Lawlis Acres Addition into the city limits, with a proposed zoning designation of R-1 (Residential Large) consistent with existing land uses in the area. No additional public comments had been received since the first reading. Resident Gail Edwards (605 Hat Creek Lane) addressed the Board on behalf of the neighborhood's 26 homeowners, recounting that the annexation process had been underway for nearly a year beginning in July 2025. She formally requested that the Board consider combining the second and third readings to bring the process to a conclusion. The Board agreed to the request and voted to combine readings. Director Hunt confirmed for the record what services residents could expect upon annexation: police and fire protection would become effective 30 days after publication of the ordinance; sanitation services would follow within approximately 90 days pending logistics such as trash can delivery. Director of Administrative Services, Kris Paxton, added that day-to-day city services such as pothole reporting could be accessed immediately through online tools, and that more advanced infrastructure needs such as drainage or street improvements would be assessed and prioritized based on available funding. Director Blair noted for the benefit of the public and those watching the recorded meeting that all ordinances, absent an emergency clause, take effect 30 days after publication, which typically occurs within a week of adoption. A resident, Deborah Treguboff commended the city staff for their cooperation and guidance throughout the annexation process, describing the experience as entirely collaborative despite the residents being unfamiliar with governmental procedures. Financial Impact & Community Benefit: No direct expenditure is associated with the annexation approval itself. Ongoing service costs: police, fire, and sanitation will be absorbed into existing departmental operations. The community benefit is the extension of full municipal services, including police and fire protection and sanitation, to 26 households and their property owners, who will transition from Benton County Sheriff coverage to Siloam Springs Police Department response. Motion to place Ordinance 26-12 on its second and third readings, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Allen. The motion carried 7-0. Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-12 was made by Director Allen and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 26-12 is adopted. Ordinance 26-09 / 2nd Reading / Amending City Municipal Code / Electric Bicycles on Sidepaths and Trails Parks and Recreation Manager Travis Chaney presented the second reading of Ordinance 26-09, which amends the city's existing code was written before the widespread adoption of electric bicycles to align with current state law and regional standards. The ordinance establishes a 15-mph speed limit on all hard-surface sidepaths and trails, defines and prohibits reckless operation (including failure to yield to pedestrians, operating while distracted, and unsafe passing), establishes an enforcement and penalty framework, and permits Class 1 electric bicycles on soft-surface natural trails consistent with regional trail standards. Director Blair moved to combine the second and third readings, citing the urgency given summer trail usage and the approaching school year. Director Carroll supported the request and additionally moved that an emergency clause be added so that the ordinance would take effect immediately upon adoption rather than 30 days after publication. Several Board members engaged in a broader discussion about related issues, including the distinction between sidepaths and public sidewalks, the existing prohibition on bicycle riding on sidewalks and its lack of an enforcement provision, and the transportation needs of residents who rely on electric bicycles as their primary or sole means of getting to work, school, or church. City Attorney Heather Owens noted that while a prohibition on sidewalk bicycle riding exists in the municipal code, it currently has no enforcement provision and suggested that the Board may want to revisit that in a separate ordinance. City Administrator Scot Rigby committed to developing signage for trail entrances in coordination with the Parks Advisory Board and indicated that bilingual signage would be considered for areas of the trail system with higher usage by non-English-speaking residents. Bryan McKenzie (104 South Maxwell Street) addressed the Board in support of the second and third reading combination but urged the Board to be mindful that some city streets including Highway 412, Highway 16, and other arterials are not safe for cyclists, making sidewalks a practical necessity for residents using bicycles and electric bikes for transportation. He noted that many such riders are lower-income residents for whom a bicycle is their only affordable mobility option. City Attorney Heather Owens raised a practical procedural point: staff should coordinate with the district court to ensure it is prepared to receive and adjudicate citations under the new ordinance before enforcement begins. Motion to place Ordinance 26-09 on its second and third readings, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Hunt. The motion carried 7-0. Motion to adopt Ordinance 26-09 was made by Director Carroll and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried 7-0. Ordinance 26-09 is adopted. Motion to add an emergency clause to Ordinance 26-09 was made by Director Carroll and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried 7-0. Emergency clause added; Ordinance 26-09 is effective immediately after publication. Ordinance 26-14 / 1st Reading / Amending Section 35-185 of the City Municipal Code / Rezoning from R-2 to G-1 /1613 W. Alpine St Senior Planner Ben Rhoads presented the first reading of Ordinance 26-14, a request by John Brown University (JBU) to rezone the property at 1613 West Alpine Street from R-2 (Residential Medium) to GI (General Institutional). The subject property, a single-family home gifted to the university, sits within a residential cul-de- sac and is adjacent to existing GI-zoned property owned by JBU. The rezoning would allow the university to house up to six students in the residence, two per bedroom, rather than the current limit of four unrelated occupants permitted under R-2. The Planning Commission recommended approval following a public hearing in which concerns were raised by one neighboring homeowner, primarily regarding parking. Director Blair expressed concern about the permanent nature of zoning change, noting that GI allows for a range of institutional uses by right including multi-family dwellings, small institutions, and antenna towers that could be pursued by any future owner. She indicated that while JBU's intentions were not the issue, a GI designation would remain on the property regardless of ownership. Director Wiles cited staff report language acknowledging a likely adverse impact on neighboring properties due to increased vehicular traffic, noting that six residents could mean six vehicles on a narrow cul-de-sac street, and expressed discomfort with the rezoning. Kim Hadley, Executive Vice President of John Brown University (2000 West University Street), addressed the Board to provide context. She explained that the property had previously served as a "missionary in residence" home, hosting missionaries on furlough who led weekly dinners for international students. JBU is transitioning that function to a larger, already-GI-zoned property at 101 Holly Place, which the university is renovating and will rename the "All Nations Home." The Alpine Street property would then transition to student housing for six students. Executive Vice President Hadley acknowledged that university students had been parking improperly on Alpine Place, a situation that had not come to the administration's attention until the Planning Commission hearing. She stated that JBU immediately required students to park at the university's admissions lot during the remainder of the semester. Going forward, the university intends to include lease provisions prohibiting street parking by residents and guests, with overflow directed to newly constructed gravel parking spaces on the adjacent lane and, if needed, the admissions lot. She also stated that campus safety personnel would periodically patrol the street to ensure compliance. A neighbor, Rebecca Wyatt (1109 East Jill Street), addressed the Board in opposition. She noted that the subject property represents the second GI rezoning request on or near that street within a year, expressed concern that incremental GI expansion could devalue surrounding residential properties, and questioned whether a permanent zoning change was justified for the benefit of only two additional students beyond what is currently permitted. The Board also discussed the parking area standards, with Senior Planner Ben Rhoads clarifying that the city's code requires paved parking for lots accommodating ten or more vehicles but permits gravel for nine or fewer. Director Mindy Hunt recused herself from the vote, citing her employment at John Brown University. Because only four of the remaining six Board members voted in favor of the motion to place the ordinance on its first reading, falling below the five-vote threshold that would permit a title-only reading City Administrator Scot Rigby was required to read the ordinance in full, which he did. Motion to place Ordinance 26-14 on its first reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only, was made by Director Rissler and seconded by Director Carroll. The motion carried 4-2, with Directors Wiles and Blair voting in opposition and Director Hunt abstaining due to her employment at John Brown University. As the vote did not achieve five affirmative votes, the ordinance was read in full by City Administrator Scot Rigby. Ordinance 26-14 advances to a second reading. Resolutions Resolution 13-26 / Special Use Development Permit / 851 S. Dogwood St. (Hulbert) Senior Planner Ben Rhoads presented Resolution 13-26, a request for a Special Use Development Permit for the property at 851 South Dogwood Street to allow outdoor display of merchandise specifically, pre-owned automobile sales where more than 50 percent of goods offered for sale are displayed outdoors. He noted this is the first business to seek such a permit under the Unified Development Code's special use framework for outdoor display, and that conditions of approval include ADA-compliant handicap parking and the minimum number of customer and employee parking spaces as prescribed by code. Property owner Arthur Hulbert (20705 Highway 16) addressed the Board to describe the situation: he purchased the former Siloam Springs School Administration Building on South Dogwood Street, visible from Highway 412, and a tenant signed a one-year lease intending to operate a used car sales business on the lot. Observing that similar uses existed on adjacent properties, he proceeded and subsequently learned a special use permit was required. He commended Community Development staff for their guidance through the process. Director Carroll confirmed the tenant would be conducting sales only, with no vehicle repair activity on the premises. Motion to approve Resolution 13-26 with the listed conditions was made by Director Allen and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried 7-0. IV. Closing Items Administrator's Report City Administrator Scot Rigby delivered the following updates: Purchases over $30,000: Two items were reported under administrator authority first being $38,794 for resurfacing the maintenance shop floor, and $38,703.34 for repairs to one of the city's ambulances. Governor's Capital for a Day: City Administrator Rigby referenced the formal proclamation designating Siloam Springs as Arkansas's 18th Capital for a Day under Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders, noting that cabinet secretaries had toured the city's wastewater treatment plant during the visit. The Secretary of Energy and Secretary of Agriculture were particularly impressed by the facility. During the public event, the Secretary of Energy announced that the city would be receiving a new wastewater treatment permit soon, resolving a delay caused by interstate legal disputes that had nothing to do with the city's own compliance. Administrator Rigby credited Wastewater Director Josh Napier and his team for the facility's readiness. 4th of July Celebration: Administrator Rigby extended thanks to all staff, vendors, and public safety personnel involved in the city's 250th Anniversary Independence Day Celebration, calling it the largest 4th of July event in the region. Wastewater Treatment Plant Headworks Project: Work on the long-anticipated headworks project formally commenced, with equipment and site offices beginning to arrive. The project is expected to take approximately 18 months. West Jefferson Street Paving Project: Paving work is scheduled to begin July 13th with completion targeted by July 31st. Kenwood Street Grant Award: The Northwest Arkansas Regional Planning Commission awarded the city $650,000 to fund improvements to Kenwood Street from Highway 16 to Bruce Rutherford Drive. RAISE Grant: The city received preliminary federal approval for $11,550,000 through the federal RAISE grant program. These funds would be used to rehabilitate or reconstruct the bridge at Main Street over Seger Creek and improve Main Street, potentially extending to Lincoln Street, including the addition of bike lanes. Administrator Rigby noted that congressional representatives have been engaged and that a final award determination is anticipated soon. Pending Litigation Update: City Attorney Heather Owens provided an update on the lawsuit filed by Mud Puddle Investments and a co-plaintiff. The city has filed its answer, a motion to bifurcate the administrative appeal from the remaining claims, and a comprehensive motion to dismiss targeting claims outside the administrative appeal. A motion to intervene was also filed that morning by a nonprofit associated with the airport. City Attorney Heather Owens stated that the motion to intervene does not appear to materially affect the city's position, though some aspects may be worth limiting in the context of the administrative appeal. The earliest the matter could appear on a trial docket is March of next year, with a more realistic timeframe of fall of the following year for the administrative appeal to be heard. Staff Transition: City Administrator Rigby acknowledged that Director of Administrative Services Kris Paxton would be departing the city in the coming weeks to pursue career advancement opportunities, thanking him for his approximately three years of service. Directors' Reports Director Mindy Hunt thanked Director of Administrative Services Kris Paxton for his service, expressed appreciation for city staff generally, and noted the positive public comments heard during the meeting. She highlighted the continued strong use of city parks and trails across all demographics and expressed support for ongoing investment in parks maintenance and the trail system. Director Ken Wiles declined to add remarks. Director Betsy Blair reminded residents to look after elderly neighbors and pets during the summer heat. She expressed appreciation for the city's disqualification from the Arkansas Economic Development Commission's opportunity zone nominations, noting that Siloam Springs does not qualify because it is not considered a low- income community, which she characterized as a mark of the city's progress. She offered warm remarks about Wastewater Director Josh Napier and his work, and expressed disappointment at Director Paxton's departure, noting his encyclopedic institutional knowledge. She also noted that she personally watched a recording of the 4th of July fireworks show after staying home with her dog. Director Lisa Rissler had no report. Director Reid Carroll reported attending the Arkansas Municipal League conference, where peers from other cities expressed envy of Siloam Springs' relative stability and absence of significant infrastructure crises. He offered appreciation for Governor Sanders' willingness to listen to local government, highlighted the 4th of July celebration, the Mill and Overlay street program, and expressed a desire for the community, not just law enforcement, to take collective ownership of the electric bicycle safety issue on city trails. Director Brad Burns commended the 4th of July fireworks finale, noted his appreciation for the new financial reporting slides, and requested that Director Paxton leave behind the city's stormwater management criteria upon his departure. Director David Allen offered remarks on the Lawlis/Heritage Ranch annexation and positive comments from residents about city staff. He raised the matter of the city's outdated signature authority on automated documents, suggesting that the signatures of former employees be removed from auto-signature systems. He stated his desire to revisit the city's fireworks ordinance, citing widespread violations of restrictions on shell- type devices, permissible dates, and nighttime hours. He offered an extended tribute to Director Paxton, describing him as one of the most impactful staff departures the city has experienced in many years. He also provided a brief historical account of the connection between Siloam Springs, Jonathan Barnett, and Governor Mike Huckabee's rise to office as contextual background for the Governor Sander’s visit and recommended a book on the Simmons Foods success story available at the city library and museum. Mayor Nation noted receipt of a letter from the Arkansas State Highway Commission advising that the Arkansas Department of Transportation and Arkansas Highway Police would begin an enforcement and education campaign in the coming month targeting vehicles transporting waste or debris without properly securing their loads, consistent with existing state law. She also shared that Siloam Springs was found ineligible for the Arkansas Economic Development Commission's opportunity zone program, not due to deficiency but because the city does not meet the low-income community threshold required for qualification, which she characterized as a point of civic pride. Adjournment Motion to adjourn was made by Director Allen and seconded by Director Rissler. The motion carried by unanimous voice vote. The meeting was adjourned. ATTEST: APPROVED: Kimberly Smith, City Clerk Judy Nation, Mayor February 18, 2026 The Honorable Judy Nation Mayor of Siloam Springs City Administration Building Post Office Box 80 Siloam Springs, AR 72761 Dear Mayor Nation: The purpose of this letter is to inform you that the term of Mr. Art Morris, one of the City of Siloam Springs’ two representatives on the Regional Airport Authority’s Board of Directors, will expire on December 31, 2026. Under Article V, Section 501, of the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport Authority Restated and Amended Agreement, the Mayor of each City shall appoint members to the Authority Board and each such appointment becomes effective upon ratification by a majority vote of the City Council. The term of each appointment is six years, and Board members are eligible for reappointment under Section 504 of the Restated and Amended Agreement. The Authority respectfully requests that you and the City Board consider this issue as soon as possible so there is no lapse in Siloam Springs’ representation on the Airport Authority Board. If you have any questions, please feel free to call me. Sincerely, Aaron Burkes Chief Executive Officer 479-715-5565 cc: Art Morris ______________________________________________________________________________ 1 Airport Blvd Ste 100, Bentonville AR 72713 479-205-1000 flyxna.com Presentations • Constitution Camp / Preamble and Resolutions Regularly Scheduled Items Staff Reports • Administrator’s Report / For Record / July 7, 2026 Administrator’s Report July 7th, 2026 Purchases in excess of $30,000 include the following: $38,794.00 - Resurface Maintenance Shop Floor $38,703.34 - Repairs to Ambulance Announcements: Thank you to Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders and her team for visiting our community and making Siloam Springs “Capital for a Day” last Tuesday. (Framed Proclamation) • Sec of Energy and Ag visited and toured our wastewater treatment plant that morning and at the Meet and Greet announced they would be issuing a new WW permit. Thanks to Josh and team for hosting our visitors and preparing our permit application Thank you to our staff, vendors, public safety personnel, and everyone who attended and helped make this year’s 4th of July Block Party such a success. We’re especially grateful that we were able to complete our fireworks show before the storm rolled in. Watching fireworks light up the sky alongside flashes of lightning created a truly unforgettable display! The Wastewater Treatment Plant Headworks project is estimated to begin next week (weather permitting). The project is expected to take about 18 months to complete. West Jefferson Street paving project begins July 13th. Work is scheduled to be completed by Friday July 31st. (Weather Permitting) The RAISE Grant application and supporting documents were forwarded to the DOT headquarters for what is hoped to be the final review. This project would improve the downtown bridge and improvement to Main Streets out to hopefully Lincoln. Financial Transparency: you may note in the May Financials Report a new page that shows sales tax and utility revenues for a given month. Update on Lawsuit (Heather) Ordinances • Ordinance 26-14 / 2nd Reading / Amending Section 35-185 of the City Municipal Code / Rezoning from R-2 to G-I / 1613 W. Alpine St. • Ordinance 26-15 / 1st Reading / Extension of Existing Levy of 0.625 Percent Sales and Use Tax (5/8th)  STAFF REPORT TO: Scot Rigby, City Administrator FROM: Kyle Belt, Current Planner Cc: Kris Paxton, Administrative Services Director Ben Rhoads, AICP, Senior Planner Dainah Gilbert, Planner DATE: July 7th, 2026 RE: Ordinance 26-14 / Amending Section 35-185 of the City Municipal Code / Rezoning from R- 2 to G-I / 1613 W. Alpine St. Staff Findings: The proposed rezoning is consistent with the Future Land Use Map and with City Code. Potential Motion. Place Ordinance No. 26-14 on its 1st reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only. Background: The applicant, John Brown University, desires to rezone 1613 W. Alpine St., consisting of approximately 0.35 acres, from the R-2 District (Residential, medium) to the G-I District (General Institutional). The Planning Commission reviewed the rezoning application at the June 9, 2026, regular meeting. There were two calls received in opposition related to the request that were received from the public prior to the meeting. There were also two comments in opposition of the request during the meeting itself. The Commission recommended approval of the rezoning permit by a 6-0 vote, with no abstentions. According to the Title 3 of Code Chapter 35, a rezoning development permit shall only be authorized when the applicant has convincingly demonstrated that the proposed zoning: (a) Will not substantially interfere with other owners’ reasonable peace and enjoyment of their neighboring properties; (b) Will not substantially damage any property value in the neighborhood; (c) Will be compatible with and respect the context of its location and the character of the surrounding existing neighborhoods; (d) Will not, whether by the nature of the allowed uses in the proposed zone, or by the allowed siting, height, or design of structures or landscaping in the proposed zone, tend to burden the present or future use of neighboring properties in accordance with current zoning standards; (e) Is adequately supported by infrastructure, including without limitation, streets, and parking; and (f) Compared to present zoning of the property, is equally or more consistent with public health, safety, and convenience within the neighborhood. Please consult the staff report to the Planning Commission for the analysis and findings on these criteria. Fiscal Impact: No fiscal impact is anticipated. Finance: Finance has reviewed the fiscal impact and is in support of the agreement and funding commitments. Attachments: Staff report to the Planning Commission Ordinance No. 26-14  PLANNING COMMISSION STAFF REPORT TO: Planning Commission FROM: Kyle Belt, Current Planner Cc: Kris Paxton, Administrative Services Director Ben Rhoads, AICP, Senior Planner Dainah Gilbert, Planner DATE: May 22, 2026 RE: Rezoning Development Permit, RZ26-05 / Rezone from R-2 to G-I / 1613 W. Alpine St. Staff Findings: The proposed rezoning aligns with the guidance of the future land use map and City Code. Section A: Background: A-1) APPLICATION REVIEW DATES Planning Commission review: June 9, 2026 Board of Directors review: July 7, 2026 A-2) APPLICANT AND AGENT Applicant/Owner: John Brown University Agent: Steve Brankle A-3) SUBJECT PROPERTY ADDRESS 1613 W. Alpine St. A-4) PROJECT SUMMARY The applicant desires to rezone property at 1613 W Alpine St., consisting of 0.348 acres, from the R-2 (Residential, medium) to the G-I District (General institutional). A-5) LEGAL NOTICE  Site posted: May 15, 2026.  Newspaper legal notification: May 17, 2026 (Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette).  Letter legal notification: May 13, 2026.  Staff received has received one call in opposition to the request. A-6) EXISTING LAND USES AND ZONING EXISTING LAND USE EXISTING ZONING Residential – single family R-2, (Residential, medium) PROPOSED LAND USE PROPOSED ZONING Small Institution (Use Unit 14)1 G-I District (General institutional) SURROUNDING LAND USE SURROUNDING ZONING North: Residential/General North: R-2, (Residential, medium) District; G-I Institutional (General institutional) District South: Residential – single family South: R-2, (Residential, medium) Separated by Ashley St. Separated by W Alpline St. East: Single-family residential East: R-2, (Residential, medium) West: Civic/Large Institution West: R-2, (Residential, medium) 1 The small institution status was used due to the limited lot sizes of the subject property, however its use is associated with a detached larger institutional use as part of a college campus. Figure A-6 (1): Site View North 2 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06  Figure A-6 (2): General Area Map 3 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06 Section B: Site Analysis B-1) PROJECT ANALYSIS AND APPROVAL CRITERIA I. The following criteria are shown to indicate if this proposal meets the minimum criteria for approval. Criteria I-II is a subsection of Sec. 35-210 of the Municipal Code and Criterion III is Sec. 35-50 in the same Code. II. ZONING USE UNIT CONSISTENCY: G-I (General institutional) (a) Purpose The district is established to protect the accessibility, efficiency, utility and value of general civic and institutional uses, including municipal buildings, schools, colleges, hospitals, medical clinics, assisted living facilities, cemeteries, cultural and recreation centers, and places of worship. (b) Planned uses This property is used for residential purposes for student housing on a small-scale, which best falls under Use Unit 14 (Small Institution). Use Unit 14 is described as Tax-exempt public or private institutions, or public or private nonemergency healthcare facilities, or tax-exempt religious institutions, or daycare centers, or educational facilities with ten or more children, sited on a lot less than 20,000 square feet in lot surface area, or on a lot having a working area (including all floor space, parking, driveways, and other spaces used for work) of less than 20,000 square feet.. Use Unit 14 is permitted by right in the proposed G-I District. The G-I zoning district allows Use Units 2, 14, 15, and 16 by right. These use units permit such uses as, but not limited to, parks, medium impact commercial or office facility, retail beverages, a small to large institution, and a recreational vehicle park. (c) Special uses Special use for the proposed zone includes Use Unit 3 (Single-family dwelling), Use Unit 4 (Two-family dwelling), Use Unit 5 (Multifamily dwelling), and Use Unit 22 (Antenna tower or mast). III. LOT STANDARDS CONSISTENCY The minimum G-I zone standards are compared with the subject property below. MINIMUM (G-I) ZONING SUBJECT PROPERTY PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTS Lot Area: 5,000 sq. ft. 15,158.88 sq. ft. or approximately 0.35 acres Lot Width: 50 ft. Approx. 115.38 ft. Maximum Lot Coverage: Approx. 29% a. 60 percent. b. 80 percent if a landscaped buffer at least 30 feet wide is provided along all boundaries (front, side and rear) of the lot, and also with a minimum 20 percent open space. c. 80 percent for lots three acres or less in 4 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06  size, which abut a principal arterial street, as depicted on the Master Street Plan. Maximum Floor to Area Ratio: 0.6 (60%) 0.21 or 21% IV. PLANNING PERMIT CODE REQUIREMENTS According to Title 3 of Chapter 35 of the City’s Code, a rezoning development permit shall only be authorized when the applicant has convincingly demonstrated that the proposed zoning: (a) Will not substantially interfere with other owners’ reasonable peace and enjoyment of their neighboring properties: Based on the applicant’s letter of intent, were this request to be approved, there may be an adverse impact on neighbors due to the high likelihood of increased vehicular traffic and storage on and around the property. Additionally, staff cannot anticipate future effects if this property were to be “upzoned” from single-family residential zoning to General institutional zoning as the entitlements for the latter would potentially allow for more intensive uses and, if over time, other contiguous lots were to be successfully rezoned to G-I it might disrupt the harmony of an established primarily single-family neighborhood. (b) Will not substantially damage any property value in the neighborhood: There is no evidence at this point in time that the request would substantially damage property value in the neighborhood. (c) Will be compatible with and respect the context of its location and the character of the surrounding existing neighborhoods: The proposed use outlined in the Letter of Intent provided by the applicant highlights that this property would remain residential should the request be approved. However, it is likely that there would be more people living in this dwelling than the surrounding dwellings zoned R-2 and compatibility issues might arise due to this difference as well as the fact that G-I zoning would provide additional entitlements. 5 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06  (d) Will not, whether by the nature of the allowed uses in the proposed zone, or by the allowed siting, height, or design of structures or landscaping in the proposed zone, tend to burden the present or future use of neighboring properties in accordance with current zoning standards: It is not anticipated to burden the present or future uses of neighboring properties due to the proposed use being equal or lesser intensity than the land uses abutting the subject property, or the abutting land uses are presently unoccupied. (e) Is adequately supported by infrastructure, including without limitation, streets and parking: Water System There is an existing 6” water main that runs on the north side of West Alpine Street to the end of the cul-de-sac. Staff finds this existing infrastructure to be adequate for fire and projected water needs for properties adjacent to the water main. The Fire Department may make a more accurate evaluation of the adequacy of the system if an automatic fire suppression system is to be added for the structure. The owner/developer of the property is responsible for any connections or extensions to serve the property. Sanitary Sewer System There is an existing 6” sewer main that runs on the south side of West Alpine Street. Staff finds this existing infrastructure to be adequate for wastewater needs. The owner/developer of the property is responsible for any connections or extensions to serve the property. Storm Drain System The property slopes from the southwest to northeast allowing runoff to flow across the property and on to the east into a natural channel. The owner/developer shall present a construction plan for any improvements on the property to Building Inspections for evaluation regarding any increase of runoff. While a significant increase is not anticipated, the owner/developer is responsible for the mitigation of any increase deemed necessary from Staff’s review. (f) Compared to present zoning of the property, is equally or more consistent with public health, safety, and convenience within the neighborhood: Nothing in the proposed rezoning appears to inhibit or harm the general public health, safety, and convenience within the neighborhood. 6 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06  B-2) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN CONSISTENCY The 2040 future land use map describes this area as Neighborhoods 1. The following zone(s) are appropriate according to the designation: R-1, R-2, C-1A, and G-I. The proposed G-I zone is compliant as related to the future land use map. Figure B-2 (1) Future Land Use Map 7 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06  B-3) STAFF DISCUSSION General Summary  The applicant is requesting to rezone 1613 W. Key Points: Alpine St. to allow John Brown University to • Lots Comply with Zoning. house up to but no more than six students at this • Consistent with the land location. use plan.  The applicant is also seeking a zoning designation that is appropriate in relation to the • May not be compatible requested use being conducted on the site, which with surrounding primarily is Civic/Schools. single-family residential neighborhood. Existing and Future Land Uses  This site is currently owned by John Brown University and is being used for student housing. This use is proposed to allow more students to be housed at this location.  If approved, other more intense uses could potentially be an end result due to the higher intensity of the G-I zoning district as compared to the R-2 zoning district, which only allows for single-family dwellings and parks by-right. Neighborhood Context and Compatibility  In terms of maintaining the context and compatibility of the neighborhood, this request could set a precedent of upzoning parcels allowing more intense uses within an existing primarily residential neighborhood. This may result in a lack of compatibility due to the fact that if approved to G-I, there would always be a possibility of said higher intensity uses potentially being allowed by-right. Conditions and Staff Conclusions  The Future Land Use Map does not require an amendment were this to be approved but the analysis provided by staff should be considered regarding potential long-term impacts and additional higher intense uses being allowed by-right were this request to be approved. Fiscal Impact: Staff is not aware of any fiscal impact at this time. Attachments: Letter of Intent 8 6/11/26 P.N. 03-01105-000; RZ26-06 From: Steve Brankle To: Kyle R. Belt Cc: Kim Hadley; Construction Services; Steve Brankle Subject: _EXTERNAL_JBU Rezoning Intention Date: Thursday, April 30, 2026 3:41:04 PM Kyle, This e-mail is to serve as our letter of intent to rezone one of our houses. The house is at 1613 West Alpine St. The parcel ID number is 03-01105-000. The property is currently zoned R-2. We would like to rezone it as G-I. The intent is to allow up to – but no more than – six students to live there. We have talked to all neighbors but will put the required letter in the newspapers and send letters to all the residents within 300’. I will bring the permit, the letters, and the check to your office tomorrow before 3:00 PM Please let me know if there is anything else you need. Respectfully, Steve Brankle Director of Facilities and Sustainability John Brown University 479-549-8312 _This message is from an EXTERNAL source. Please consider CAREFULLY before clicking any links_  ORDINANCE NO. 26-14 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 35-185 OF THE SILOAM SPRINGS MUNICIPAL CODE (CITY ZONING MAP); REZONING (FROM R-2 TO G-I) PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1613 W. ALPINE ST. Whereas, the landowner, John Brown University, has requested that the below-described land be changed from the present zoning district of R-2 (Residential, medium); to G-I (General Institutional); and Whereas, a public hearing on the proposed change was held on the 9th day of June, 2026, before the City of Siloam Springs Planning Commission, after proper notice required by law; and Whereas, after receiving and considering a staff report, a motion recommending approval of the rezone was passed by the Planning Commission; and Whereas, upon review and deliberation it appears that the zoning change is in the best interest of the City of Siloam Springs; Now Therefore: Be It Ordained, by the Siloam Springs Board of Directors, as follows: Section 1. Description. The zoning map of the City (Municipal Code Section 35-185) is hereby amended to include, within the G-I zoning district, the property located at 1613 W. Alpine St., as shown in Exhibit “A” attached hereto, more particularly described as follows: LOT 2 AND THE WEST 20' OF LOT 3 OF BLACKWELL'S REVISED SUBDIVISION, SILOAM SPRINGS, BENTON COUNTY, ARKANSAS, AS SHOWN ON PLAT RECORD "H" AT PAGE 101, BEING MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NW CORNER OF SAID LOT 2; THENCE S86°50'12"E 114.98 FEET TO AN IRON PIN; THENCE S03°03'12"W 136.53 FEET TO AN IRON PIN IN THE NORTH RIGHT-OF- WAY LINE OF WEST ALPINE STREET; THENCE ALONG SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE N82°11'41"W 115.38 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY LINE N03°03'12"E 127.19 FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, CONTAINING 0.348 ACRES MORE OR LESS, AND SUBJECT ALL EASEMENTS OF RECORD. Section 2. Conflict with other ordinances or codes. All ordinances, resolutions or parts of ordinances or resolutions of the City of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, in conflict with the provisions of this ordinance are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. Section 3. Severability. Should any word, phrase, sentence, or section of this ordinance be held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be illegal, void, unenforceable, or unconstitutional, then such shall be severed from this ordinance, and the remainder of the ordinance shall remain in full force and effect. Ordained and Enacted this ____ day of 2026. Ordinance 26-14 Page 1 of 2  APPROVED: ATTEST: ________________________ Judy Nation, Mayor ________________________________ Kimberly Smith, City Clerk (SEAL) Page 2 of 3 Ordinance 26-14  Exhibit “A” to Ordinance 26-14 Page 3 of 3 Ordinance 26-14  STAFF REPORT TO: Scot Rigby, City Administrator FROM: Josh Napier, Public Works Director DATE: July 21, 2026 RE: Ordinance 26-15 / Extension of Existing Levy of 0.625 Percent Sales and Use Tax (5/8th) Recommendation: Place Ordinance No. 26-15 on its ______ (1st, 2nd or 3rd) reading, suspending the rules and reading by title only. Background: Staff recommends that the Board adopt the proposed ordinance submitting to the voters at the November 3, 2026, General Election the questions of issuing capital improvement bonds and approving a replacement 5/8-cent (0.625%) local sales and use tax to finance needed wastewater system improvements. The replacement tax would become effective upon the expiration of the City’s existing 5/8-cent sales and use tax and would secure repayment of the bonds. The City’s existing 5/8-cent sales and use tax was approved by voters in May 2018 to secure bonds issued for improvements to the City’s water treatment plant. That tax is expected to expire on March 31, 2027, after the outstanding bonds are retired. Because the proposed 5/8-cent tax would replace the existing 5/8- cent tax rate, it would not increase the current local sales and use tax rate paid by citizens. Placing the measure on the November 3, 2026, General Election ballot would include visitors and non-residents who make purchases in Siloam Springs to continue contributing toward the cost of these infrastructure improvements, rather than shifting those costs entirely to wastewater utility customers through increased rates. The anticipated annual debt service for the wastewater system improvements is approximately $4 million. Without continuation of the 5/8-cent sales and use tax revenue, the City would likely need to generate revenue through increases in wastewater utility rates. Fiscal Impact: The overall cost of the wastewater system improvements, projected to total $55M, will remain the same regardless of how it is financed. However, the funding source will significantly affect who bears that cost. Approving the replacement of 5/8-cent sales and use tax would not increase the current local sales and use tax rate because it replaces the City’s existing tax upon its expiration. Without continuation of that revenue source, the City would likely need to implement increases in wastewater utility rates to fund the improvements. Legal Review: The draft ballot ordinance has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney and the City’s Bond Counsel. Finance: The Finance department has reviewed ordinance and cost estimates and is in support of the project bond financing. Attachments: Ordinance No. 26-15  ORDINANCE NO. 26-15 AN ORDINANCE CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION IN THE CITY OF SILOAM SPRINGS, ARKANSAS ON THE QUESTION OF ISSUING BONDS UNDER AMENDMENT NO. 62 TO THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF ARKANSAS FOR THE PURPOSE OF FINANCING THE COST OF EXTENSIONS, BETTERMENTS AND IMPROVEMENTS TO THE CITY'S WASTEWATER SYSTEM; LEVYING A FIVE- EIGHTHS OF ONE PERCENT (0.625%) SALES AND USE TAX FOR THE PURPOSE OF RETIRING SUCH BONDS; AND PRESCRIBING OTHER MATTERS PERTAINING THERETO. WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the City of Siloam Springs, Arkansas (the “City”) has determined that the City is greatly in need of extensions, betterments and improvements to the City's wastewater facilities, including particularly, without limitation, wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection infrastructure (the “Wastewater Improvements”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to a special election held on May 22, 2018, the City issued and has outstanding its Sales and Use Tax Bond, Series 2020 (the “2020 Bond”); and WHEREAS, the 2020 Bond financed extensions, betterments and improvements to the City’s water facilities and is secured by and payable from collections of a City-wide sales and use tax levied at the rate of five-eighths of one percent (0.625%) pursuant to Ordinance No. 18-02 of the City adopted February 20, 2018 (the “2018 Tax”); and WHEREAS, the City Council proposes to finance all or a portion of the costs of the Wastewater Improvements by the issuance of capital improvement bonds in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $55,000,000 (the “Bonds”) under the authority of Amendment No. 62 to the Constitution of the State of Arkansas (“Amendment 62”) and Title 14, Chapter 164, Subchapter 3 of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated (the “Authorizing Legislation”)’ and WHEREAS, the Authorizing Legislation provides for the levy of a tax or taxes at the rate of 0.125%, 0.25%, 0.50%, 0.75% or 1% or any multiple thereof, but not to exceed 1% in the aggregate; and WHEREAS, the City can pay the principal of and interest on the Bonds from the proceeds of a City-wide five-eighths of one percent (0.625%) sales and use tax to be levied under the authority of the Authorizing Legislation that will become effective on the day following the date that the 2018 Tax expires; and WHEREAS, the 2018 Tax is expected to expire after the 2020 Bond is no longer outstanding in accordance with the Authorizing Legislation; and  WHEREAS, the Board of Directors of the City has determined that the Wastewater Improvements can be financed without a tax increase; and WHEREAS, the purpose of this Ordinance is to submit to the electors of the City the question of issuing the Bonds for the Wastewater Improvements under Amendment 62 and the Authorizing Legislation at a special election to be called for that purpose and to levy a sales and use tax at the rate of five-eighths of one percent (0.625%) on the receipts from the sales at retail within the City of all items which are subject to taxation under the Arkansas Gross Receipts Act of 1941, as amended (A.C.A. §§26-52-101, et seq.), and the receipts from storing, using, distributing or consuming within the City tangible personal property under the Arkansas Compensating Tax Act of 1949, as amended (A.C.A. §§26-53-101, et seq.) (the "2026 Tax" or the “Sales and Use Tax”); NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Board of Directors of the City of Siloam Springs, Arkansas: Section 1. There be, and there is hereby called, a special election to be held on November 3, 2026, at which election there shall be submitted to the electors of the City the question of issuing the Bonds under Amendment 62 and the Authorizing Legislation to pay all or a portion of the costs of accomplishing the Wastewater Improvements in the maximum principal amount of $55,000,000, to be payable from collections of the Sales and Use Tax remaining after the State of Arkansas deducts its administrative charges and required rebates. Section 2. In order to provide for the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds and all obligations of the City in connection therewith, there is hereby levied the Sales and Use Tax. The levy of the Sales and Use Tax shall not become effective until the special election called in Section 1 above has been held and the issuance of the Bonds is approved by the voters. The Sales and Use Tax shall be levied and collected on the gross receipts, gross proceeds or sales price in the maximum amount allowed from time to time by Arkansas law, subject to rebates and limitations as from time to time required by Arkansas statutes for certain single transactions. The effective date of the 2026 Tax will be the day following the date that the 2018 Tax expires. Section 3. The question of issuing the Bonds shall be placed on the ballot for the election in substantially the following form: BONDS AND TAX Bonds of the City of Siloam Springs in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $55,000,000 for the purpose of financing all or a portion of the costs of extensions, betterments and improvements to the City's wastewater facilities, including particularly, without limitation, wastewater treatment plant and sewer collection infrastructure, and, in order to pay the bonds, the levy and pledge of a 0.625% local sales and use tax within the City. If the bonds are approved, there will be levied within the City a 0.625% local sales and use tax (the “Bond Tax”), the net collections of which remaining after 2  deduction of the administrative charges of the State of Arkansas and required rebates will be used solely to retire or pay obligations with respect to the bonds in accordance with Amendment No. 62 to the Arkansas Constitution. The Bond Tax will expire after the bonds have been paid or provision is made therefor in accordance with Arkansas statutes. The Bond Tax will replace the City’s existing 0.625% sales and use tax levied in 2018 for the purpose of retiring bonds to finance water improvements (the "2018 Tax"). The effective date of the Bond Tax will be the day following the date that the 2018 Tax expires. Proceeds of the bonds may fund a debt service reserve and pay expenses of issuing the bonds. The bonds may be issued at one time or in series from time to time. FOR ................................................................................................... _____ AGAINST ......................................................................................... _____ Section 4. The election shall be held and conducted and the vote canvassed and the results declared under the law and in the manner now provided for municipal elections unless otherwise provided in the Authorizing Legislation and only qualified voters of the City shall have the right to vote at the election. Section 5. The results of the election shall be proclaimed by the Mayor, and his Proclamation shall be published one time in a newspaper having a general circulation in the City, which Proclamation shall advise that the results as proclaimed shall be conclusive unless attacked in the courts within thirty days after the date of publication. Section 6. A copy of this Ordinance shall be filed with the Benton County Clerk at least 70 days prior to the date of the special election. A copy of this Ordinance shall be given to the Benton County Board of Election Commissioners so that the necessary election officials and supplies may be provided. A certified copy of this Ordinance shall also be provided to the Commissioner of Revenues of the State of Arkansas as soon as practical. Section 7. The Mayor, City Administrator and City Clerk, for and on behalf of the City, be and they are hereby authorized and directed to do any and all things necessary to call and hold the special election as herein provided and to perform all acts of whatever nature necessary to carry out the authority conferred by this Ordinance. Section 8. When the 2020 Bond has been paid or provision has been made therefor, the 2018 Tax shall be abolished at the proper time so that the 2018 Tax and the 2026 Tax are not in effect at the same time. Collections of the 2018 Tax not used to pay the 2020 Bond shall be used, if necessary or appropriate, to provide for the payment of the Bonds. Section 9. All ordinances and parts thereof in conflict herewith are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict. 3  PASSED: _______________, 2026. APPROVED: ATTEST: ____________________________________ Mayor ______________________________ City Clerk (SEAL) 4  CERTIFICATE The undersigned, City Clerk of Siloam Springs, Arkansas hereby certifies that the foregoing pages are a true and perfect copy of Ordinance No. ______, passed at a regular session of the Board of Directors of the City of Siloam Springs, Arkansas, held at the regular meeting place of the Board of Directors at ______ o'clock p.m., on the ______ day of ________________, 2026, and that the Ordinance is of record in Ordinance Record Book No. _____, Page _____ now in my possession. GIVEN under my hand and seal this ______ day of ________________, 2026. ____________________________________ City Clerk (SEAL) 5 Resolutions • Resolution 14-26 / RAISE Grant / Reconstruction of Main Street Broadway Street, East to N. Lincon Street / $11.55M