Fort Smith Board to consider rezoning, cybersecurity purchase, fate of parking meters

The Fort Smith Board of Directors will meet on Tuesday, August 5, at 6 p. m. to review various ordinances and resolutions affecting local governance. Notable among the agenda items is a proposed rezoning for property at 301 S. E St.

to facilitate development linked to the Riverview Hope Campus. The board will also consider transferring ownership of the Hope Park Pavilion to the campus, waiving the competitive bidding process and associated fees. Additionally, the meeting will address a significant cybersecurity software purchase totaling $606,121. 95, funded through the Information Technology Department’s budget. Another item involves changing parking regulations around the county courthouse, including the repeal of metered parking.

The agenda reflects ongoing efforts to enhance city infrastructure and governance. Local stakeholders will be keen to see how these proposals will shape future developments and community services.