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West Memphis City Council Meeting 07/02/2026
Published: Jul 2, 2026
Water Park Project Option Agreements Approved with Amendments
The council considered a permission request from American Clinton to sign two option agreements for parcels A and B related to a water park project. Amendments to the agreements were discussed, focusing on notification procedures and granting the buyer first rights of refusal on other offers. The motion to approve with amendments passed with eight ayes and two noes.
Millerbrook Country Club Golf Cart Lease Proposal Approved
The council approved a proposal for the Millerbrook Country Club connectivity proposal and golf carts. The proposal involves a five-year lease for golf carts, with the selected bid being $50,000 less than a competitor's. The estimated monthly payment is $10,800. The approval is for the proposal to allow ordering of carts, with the final lease details and figures to be presented later. The motion to approve passed with nine ayes and one no.
West Memphis Establishes Public Transportation Service 'WM Connect'
The city council reviewed and approved an ordinance creating the Transportation Department and establishing WM Connect as the City of West Memphis Public Transportation Service. The ordinance authorizes the implementation, operations, funding, and oversight of this new service. After a second and third reading, the ordinance passed with a vote of eight ayes and two noes, with one abstention. The ordinance number assigned is 2738.
City Council Agrees to Add Standing Agenda Item for Charity and Fund Distribution
The council discussed a request to add 'Charity Day and/or distribution of funds' as a standing item on the agenda to streamline the process for handling such matters. The motion to amend the agenda passed with all in favor.
Mayor Highlights Youth Employment Success and New Home Repair Program
Mayor McClendon recognized Director Dwayne Rose for being nominated as the chairperson of the Public Safety Advisory Board for the Arkansas Municipal League. He also highlighted the success of the Summer Jobs Program, which employed over 170 youths, providing them with work experience, financial literacy, and opportunities for future employment, with some participants securing jobs with Turner Construction and the utility department. Additionally, a partnership with Groundswell and Google was announced to assist senior citizens with home repairs, focusing on energy efficiency.
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