Rescheduled Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors

Rescheduled Regular Meeting of the Board of Directors City of Texarkana, Arkansas 216 Walnut Street Agenda - Tuesday, September 07, 2021 - 6:00 PM Call to Order Roll Call Invocation and Pledge of Allegiance given by Assistant Mayor Steven Hollibush CITIZEN COMMUNICATION 1. Assistant Mayor Hollibush would like to recognize N. J. Richardson, Pastor Larry D. Jordan, and Pastor Leteir Davis for their volunteerism on organizing the Neighborhood Clean Up on Saturday, August 14, 2021. A limit of five (5) minutes per person is allotted for citizens to express their concerns to the Board of Directors, with a maximum of fifty (50) minutes reserved for Citizens Communication. The Board of Directors cannot respond to citizens’ concerns during this time. Be respectful of the Board of Directors, city staff, and the public by refraining from abusive conduct, personal charges, or verbal attacks. PRESENTATION(S) 2. Presentation of the City of Texarkana, Arkansas Employee Service Awards. (CCD) 3. REDI update given by President and CEO, Rob Sitterley. 4. Existing Revenue Report presentation. (FIN) Finance Director TyRhonda Henderson 5. Presentation video of the Planning Commission regarding the City establishing a mixed-use rural zone. (PWD-Planning) City Planner Mary Beck CONSENT 6. Approval of the minutes of the regular meeting August 16, 2021. (CCD) 7. Adopt a Resolution for the Animal Care and Adoption Center dedication plaque. (ACAC) 8. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to purchase a Crack Seal Machine for the Public Works Department Streets Division. (PWD) Public Works Director Tyler Richards REGULAR 9. Adopt a Resolution certifying local government endorsement of XPO Logistics, Inc., to participate in the Tax Back Program. (Admin) 10. Adopt a Resolution appointing Clyde “Boots” Thomas to the Miller County Equalization Board. (CCD) City Manager E. Jay Ellington 11. Adopt an Ordinance to establish a mixed-use rural zone to continue residential use and add limited commercial options. (PWD-Planning) City Planner Mary Beck CITY MANAGER REPORT NEXT MEETING DATE: Monday, September 20, 2021 ADJOURN 2021 City Calendar Gateway Farmer’s Market – Every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday National Night Out - Tuesday, October 5, 2021 Universal Vibe - Saturday, October 23, 2021