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AGENDA
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 17,2022
BLACK HISTORY
PROGRAM: CITY COUNCIL MEMBER MRS. LORRAINE MOHAMMED
PRAYER:
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE: V. F. W.
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
BID OPENINGS:
t MINUTES: APPROVE OR CORRECT MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 3,2022
OLD BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS: R-1 A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE AMOUNTS OF LIENS
IMPOSED ON CERTAIN PROPERTIES FOR GRASS CUTTING,
CLEANING LITTER/DEBRIS AND TREE LIMBS; ETC.,
CONTRACTED BY THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS PURSUANT
TO ORDINANCE NO. 1385
0-1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 2 OF ORDINANCE
NO. 2514 TO ESTABLISH COMPENSTION FOR THE MAYOR OF
THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS,ARKANSAS,AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
0-2 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ORDINANCE NO.2444
REGARDING RETIREMENT BENEFITS FOR THE POSITION OF
CITY ATTORNEY TO APPROVE THE BENEFITS AS PROVIDED
IN ARKANSAS CODE ANNOTATED 24-12-120 AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
L 0-3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 2-171 OF THE WEST
MEMPHIS MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING THE SALARY FOR
THE POSITION OF CITY ATTORNEY,AND FOR OTHER
PURPOSES
2021 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM-FINAL STATEMENT
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AGENDA
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
FEBRUARY 17,2022
COMMITTEE
REPORTS:
APPOINTMENTS: MR. BILL MORRIS-AIRPORT COMMISSION
PRESENTATIONS: FIRE DEPARTMENT
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
CITIZEN REQUEST: RODERICK BROWN SPEAKING ON: APPLICATION OF
I 7840 PYRAMID PLACE PUBLIC CONVENIENCE
MRS. CANDRA SUITER SPEAKING ON: AIRPORT
737 SOUTH AIRPORT BUSINESS
MS. MARILYN DANCY SPEAKING ON: PROPERTY AT
115 JOE ED LANE 120 SHADY GROVE THAT
SHADY GROVE,ARKANSAS THE CITY HAS TORN DOWN
ADJOURNMENT:
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MINUTES
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
February 17, 2022
A regular meeting of the West Memphis City Council was held on Thursday, February
17,2022, at 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at City Hall 205 S. Redding, West
Memphis, Arkansas.
Invocation was given by Councilor Harris, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance led by
L Councilor Croom. Mayor Marco McClendon called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.
City Clerk, James Pulliaum called the roll. Those present were Mayor Marco
McClendon, City Attorney Michael Stephenson, City Clerk. James Pulliaum, City
Treasurer Charlie Sutter Jr., and Councilors: Tracy Catt, Wayne Croom, Helen Harris,
James Holt. Melanie Hutchinson, Lorraine Mohammed. Willis Mondy, David Murray
and Charles Wheeless Absent was Gheric Bruce. Also present was City Finance
Director, Tori Perry and Evening Times Reporter, John Rech. Quorum being present
Mayor, Marco McClendon proceeded with the meeting.
BLACK HISTORY PROGRAM PRESENTATION- LORRAINE MOHAMMED
Mayor McClendon thanked Councilor Lorraine Mohammed for keeping Black History
Month in the spotlight and all her efforts to recognize people in the community that
make a difference. Mayor McClendon said over 54 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King
came to Memphis to fight for sanitation workers to be given a livable wage. The mayor
said that he and the council also did that for the sanitation workers employed by the
City of West Memphis when they voted to raise the sanitation department minimum
salary to $14.00 per hour and he could not think of a better department too want to
highlight the Public Works Department than today. Councilor Mohammed said the
Public Works Department is committed to the maintenance and operation of the City
of West Memphis infrastructure and assuring the safety and quality of streets,
sidewalks, traffic signs, traffic lights, storm drains and sanitation. Through the
initiative of the Capital Improvement Projects the Public Works Department actively
works to improve the City Infrastructure. Their primary mission is to keep the
amenities of the city attractive for the community to live and raise their families in.
The department works hard to ensure the needs of the residents are met and strives to
exceed that goal every day. The Public Works Department works closely with Federal,
State, County, and the City of West Memphis Utility Department, where the public
works department is responsible for the management of grant funded projects. The
Public Works Department is committed to their jobs and are often required to work in
inclement weather and even continued to work throughout the Covid Pandemic and in
sometimes hazardous and unsanitary conditions. Councilor Mohammed said they are
essential workers and provide a critical public service to the community and she is
honored along with Mayor McClendon to recognize the Public Works Department on
today. Over forty individuals were recognized with a total of 401 years of combined
service to the City of West Memphis.
BID OPENING: OPENING BIDS FOR PUMP STATION #3 AND #4
REHABILITATION AND COMMON FORCE MAIN
Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by Councilor Mondy to add the opening
bids for pump station #3 and #4 rehabilitation and common force main bids and / `��
Southland Racing Charity Contributions to the agenda. Upon voice vote, voting was d f�
unanimous.
Councilor Mohammed made the motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to accept the
bids as presented and to refer them back to administration for distribution. Upon
voice vote, voting was unanimous.
0-3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 2-171 OF THE WEST MEMPHIS
MUNICIPAL CODE ESTABLISHING THE SALARY FOR THE POSITION OF CITY
ATTORNEY, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance by title only for the FIRST time.
Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by Councilor Catt to suspend the rules,
and place the ordinance on the second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance by title only for the
SECOND time. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Hutchinson to
further suspend the rules and to place the ordinance on the third reading. Upon voice
Lvote, voting was unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance by title only
for the THIRD and FINAL time. Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by
Councilor Catt to approve the ordinance. Discussion followed. Councilor Mohammed
asked what the City Attorney's current salary was. Attorney Stephenson said it was a
little over 100,000 and the 3% increase that was given to all city employees would put
him at $103,809. Attorney Stephenson said because he is an elected official, he must
have his salary increased by ordinance, the last increase he had was a cost-of-living
increase in 2018. Councilor Mohammed said she thought the matter should go back
before the budget committee and wanted to know if it was in the budget. City Attorney
Stephenson said it was because the retirement that he was supposed to get was more
than the $6,000.00 in his retirement account but there is no retirement account, and
the increase would only be $3,000. Councilor Mondy asked if it would take affect next
year. City Attorney Stephenson said it would be retroactive to January 1, 2022. There
being no further discussion. Mayor McClendon asked for a roll call vote. City Clerk
Pulliaum called the roll. The roll call vote was as follows:
YES: Catt, Croom, Harris, Hutchinson, Murray, Wheeless
NO: Holt
ABSTENTION: Mohammed, Mondy
L ABSENT: Bruce
With 6 yes votes, 1 No votes, 2 Abstention votes. 1 absent vote the motion Passed. The
ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2599
Councilor Mohammed said she had nothing against City Attorney Stephenson, and he
has a degree and qualifications to earn the large amount that he earns but felt that
after honoring the sanitation workers and public works workers earlier in the day that
make so little money, that it would be an insult to approve the large amount. City
Attorney Stephenson thanked everyone that voted yes.
WEST MEMPHIS ARKANSAS COMMUNITY BLOCK GRANT ENTITLEMENT
PROGRAM FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS B-2021-MC-05-0009
Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by Councilor Mohammed to approve.
Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous.
WEST MEMPHIS ARKANSAS COMMUNITY BLOCK GRANT ENTITLEMENT
PROGRAM FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
[ AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS B-2022-MC-05-0009
LCouncilor Harris made the motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to approve. Upon
voice vote, voting was unanimous.
SOUTHLAND RACING CHARITY CONTRIBUTIONS MONEY
Mayor McClendon said the Funds that are distributed between the 4 Boys and Girls
Club Total is $48,177.51. The break down is $12,044.38. The total Southland Disaster
Relief funds to be distributed is $4,604 the break down is $1,534.74 each to the Delta
UTILITY COMMISSION: The West Memphis Utility Commission met in regular
session on February 1, 2022, Safety Director, Brett Sims reported that there were 98
days since last recordable injury, 841 days since last lost time injury and 0 recordable
injuries for the year 2022. There were two new hires for the month of January. The
utility currently has eleven open positions out of 79 budgeted positions. Utility
Manager, Todd Peterson presented the years of service award to five employees for
their years of service at West Memphis Utilities and presented them with a plaque. The
five employees recognized were David Goacher fifty years, Jerry Johnson thirty years,
Denise Bosnick forty years, Jerry Madison twenty years and Beth Hinchey twenty
years.
PERSONAL COMMITTEE: Councilor Hutchinson presented the personal report.
Mr. Calvin Reed gave the personal commission an update on Voya. Mr. Reed reiterated
the importance of contributing to the 457 plans where employees can make
contribution to their retirement plan. A representative from Cigna Ms. Shell Waller
gave them an update on how to use the app for benefit information Emergency
Management Director, Dewayne Rose presented the Emergency Management Plan
update. The city had two days of inclement weather and the Public Works Department
did an excellent job of preparing the parking lots and municipal buildings for safe
entry for our employees. The city is also looking into a mass communication system
for all city employees for emergency situations. The personal committee will be looking
into electing a new chairperson next month. No written report submitted.
CITY TREASURER/CITY CLERK REPORT: City Clerk, James Pulliaum said Finance
Director, Tori Perry gave him a copy of the Finance report that is 178 pages. He is
requesting that Ms. Perry have copies of the report to pass out to the Council. The
next Budget meeting will be on February 24, 2022.
L APPOINTMENTS: Mayor McClendon said there seems to be some confusion about if
there is an open position on the Airport Commission. Councilor Catt suggested that
they table until he can review the report on appointments and bring it back before
council at the next meeting. Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by
Councilor Mondy to table. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to Table until
March 3, 2022.
Councilor Croom asked who the council would be voting on . Mayor McClendon said it
would be Mr. Bill Morris and if it were voted down then they would consider Councilor.
Holt's nominee.
Councilor Wheeless asked who the two open positions were. Councilor Catt to his
understanding he believed it was Dr. Bryant and Marvin Stelle.
PRESENTATIONS: WEST MEMPHIS FIRE DEPARTMENT- CHIEF EALY
Fire Chief Ealy honored several Fire Fighters that have gone above the call of duty.
Chief Ealy said often we forget the sacrifice that the men and women of the West
Memphis Fire Department make putting their lives on the line to keep the citizens of
West Memphis safe. Chief Ealy said he is proud of all the great things that the Fire
Department has going on but is most excited about the Fire Fighter Fire Crew and
Staff award that is given to a staff member that has displayed outstanding
performance. The Fire Crew members to receive this award, was Private Nick Couples
and Captain Kevin Catt. The Fire Fighter of the year award was awarded to Captain
Zackery Bailey. The Staff Member of the Year award was presented to Division Chief
Patria Roberts. Chief Ealy said on December 10, 2021, Truman, Arkansas was
devastated by a catastrophic F2 tornado. He received a call for aid from Lt. May who is
a Fire Fighter for the Truman Fire Department as well as the City of West Memphis. Lt
May contacted Chief Ealey to inform him that the Truman Fire station had been hit
and a nursing home, homes were on fire and people were trapped and hazardous gas
was being released. Lt May asked Chief Ealy for mutual aid to assist the town of
Truman. Chief Ealy said he contacted Mayor McClendon and immediately the mayor
RE: Add Opening Bids for PS #3 & PS #4 and Common Force main to City Council
agenda (3/03/2022)
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WEST MEMPHIS,ARKANSAS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM
FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS
B-2021-MC-05-0009
Introduction:
The U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)has designated the City
of West Memphis, Arkansas as an `Entitlement City' under the Community Development
Block Grant(CDBG)Program as authorized by the Housing and Community Develop-
ment Act of 1974, as amended. As an entitlement city, West Memphis will receive a
specified amount of funds annually for use in carrying out a variety of auspices of the
CDBG Program. West Memphis will be entitled to receive the annual grant so long as its
performance is in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements of the CDBG
Program and HUD.
This Final Statement of Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds
have been prepared by and are subject to modification through a process which affords
maximum public accountability and citizen participation. The Community Development
Agency of West Memphis conducted a public hearing on January 12, 2021, to receive
citizen recommendations on the scope of the CDBG Program. A second public hearing
was held on February 2, 2021, to allow citizens the opportunity to respond to the requests
for funding.
Subsequent meetings were held January 11, 2022, and January 24,2022; thus, informing
community participants of the re-allocation of designated Public Facilities Funds to
Demolition and Housing Rehabilitation. The City Council reviewed and approved
revised content on February 17, 2022.
The Final Statement is prepared and made available to the public prior to its being
submitted to the Little Rock Area Office of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development. The City Council reviewed and approved the content of the final
statement at the regular meeting on February 15, 2021. Moreover, copies of this Final
Statement and any modifications thereto will be available at the offices of the
Community Development Agency of West Memphis, 205 South Redding Street,during
normal business hours, Monday through Friday.
The City of West Memphis looks forward to the Community Development Block Grant
Entitlement Program and hopes to continue providing meaningful site improvements and
various community development activities that are essential to revitalizing our
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neighborhoods and providing benefits primarily for low and moderate income persons
within the community. The City recognizes that there are needs for community
development and public improvements in many parts of West Memphis and that there are
insufficient funds available to satisfy all, or even a majority of these acknowledged
needs. The City continues to strive toward implementation of a well conceived
community development program that truly maximizes benefits for low and moderate
income persons and/or eliminates slum and blight, and prevents the recurrence of
blighting influences.
Statement of Community Development Objectives:
The following community development objectives will be addressed through
implementation of the CDBG Entitlement Program.
1. To improve housing conditions available in the community, especially those
which provide housing for low and moderate income persons.
2. To provide for public facilities improvements including street projects,
drainage projects and neighborhood facilities in areas that are concentrated
with low and moderate income persons.
3. To minimize displacement of site occupants through the carrying out of
projects and activities, recognizing that should displacement occur, technical
and financial assistance to relocate the displacee in replacement housing within
his/her economic means will be provided in accordance with the stipulations of
the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act of 1970.
Projected Use of Funds:
The City of West Memphis will receive $290,531 under the FY202I Year CDBG
Entitlement Program. If less than this amount is received, the costs and scope of the
projects described herein will be adjusted accordingly. An alternative would be to
eliminate all or part of one or more projects from the proposed program. If more than
this amount is received, the additional funds will be added proportionately to the line
items described herein where such funds will remain until or unless they are required for
another project activity.
The following activities have been designed and will be implemented within the proposed
FY2021 Program by the Community Development Agency based upon previously
approved and planned activities and citizen involvement. It is understood that these
activities may be revised in the future by the City Council of West Memphis, Arkansas as
a result of the continuing citizen participation planning process.
FY2021 Proposed Activities
Housing Rehabilitation:
Continuation of the housing rehabilitation program in which a maximum
of$20,000 in CDBG funds is expended on the rehabilitation for
elderly/handicapped low and moderate income homeowners
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.202
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3)
r(' Funding: $ 93,670.00
Demolition and Clearance:
�[I Demolition of vacant dilapidated structures and clearance of
structure and lot
Location: city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.20I(d)
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)
Funding: $ 113,755.20
Economic Development:
Funds allocated for the summer youth employment program for low
and moderate-income individuals.
Location: city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2)(iv)
Funding: $ 25,000.00
Public Facilities: *
Sidewalk project on Polk St. between 25th and Ingram ditch,
connecting with existing sidewalks along Polk St.
Location: city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: §570.201(c)
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2)(iv)
Funding: $ 0.00
Program Administration and Planning:
Administrative costs related to planning, oversight, management
and implementation of the program
Location: not applicable
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.206
National Objectives: not applicable
Funding: $ 55,105.80
Fair Housing:
Contribution to further fair housing efforts within the City
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
• Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.206(c)
National Objective: not applicable
Funding: $ 3,000
* NOTE: If the above designated projects fail to get underway in a timely
manner, these funds may be re-allocated by the City Council
to the ongoing activities of economic development housing
rehabilitation and demolition.
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Total FY2021 CDBG Program: $ 290,531
Effectiveness:
The Final Statement of Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds
has been prepared in light of the previous public hearings and input from citizens and
members of the West Memphis City Council, Citizens are invited to comment on this
Statement by sending their comments to the Community Development Agency of West
Memphis, 205 South Redding Street, West Memphis, Arkansas 72301.
Copies of the Final Statement are available for public inspection and review during
normal business hours, Monday through Friday. in the Community Development Agency
offices.
Various recommendations and comments or suggestions that are made as a result of
citizen review of this statement will be forwarded to the City Council for the Council's
consideration. The Final Statement will remain in full force and effect for the duration of
the CDBG Program,or until it is modified or amended by the City Council.
As with previous Community Development Block Grant Programs, the Community
Development Agency of West Memphis will administer the CDBG Program on behalf of
the City of West Memphis.
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Effectiveness:
The Final Statement of Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds
has been prepared in light of the previous public hearings and input from citizens and
members of the West Memphis City Council. Citizens are invited to comment on this
Statement by sending their comments to the Community Development Agency of West
Memphis, 205 South Redding Street, West Memphis, Arkansas 72301.
Copies of the Final Statement are available for public inspection and review during
normal business hours, Monday through Friday, in the Community Development Agency
offices.
Various recommendations and comments or suggestions that are made as a result of
citizen review of this statement will he forwarded to the City Council for the Council's
consideration. The Final Statement will remain in full force and effect for the duration of
the CDBG Program, or until it is modified or amended by the City Council.
As with previous Community Development Block Grant Programs, the Community
Development Agency of West Memphis will administer the CDBG Program on behalf of
• the City of West Memphis.
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WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS
't COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM
FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS
B-2022-MC-05-0009
Introduction:
The U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has designated the City
of West Memphis, Arkansas as an 'Entitlement City' under the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program as authorized by the Housing and Community Develop-
ment Act of 1974, as amended. As an entitlement city, West Memphis will receive a
specified amount of funds annually for use in carrying out a variety of auspices of the
CDBG Program. West Memphis will he entitled to receive the annual grant so long as its
performance is in accordance with statutory and regulatory requirements of the CDBG
Program and HUD.
This Final Statement of Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds
have been prepared by and are subject to modification through a process which affords
maximum public accountability and citizen participation. The Community Development
Agency of West Memphis conducted a public hearing on January I I, 2022, to receive
citizen recommendations on the scope of the CDBG Program. A second public hearing
was held on January 24, 2022, to allow citizens the opportunity to respond to the requests
for funding.
The Final Statement is prepared and made available to the public prior to its being
submitted to the Little Rock Area Office of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development. The City Council reviewed and approved the content of the final
statement at the regular meeting on February 17, 2022. Moreover, copies of this Final
Statement and any modifications thereto will be available at the offices of the
Community Development Agency of West Memphis, 205 South Redding Street, during
normal business hours, Monday through Friday.
The City of West Memphis looks forward to the Community Development Block Grant
Entitlement Program and hopes to continue providing meaningful site improvements and
various community development activities that are essential to revitalizing our
neighborhoods and providing benefits primarily for low and moderate income persons
within the community. The City recognizes that there are needs for community
development and public improvements in many parts of West Memphis and that there am
insufficient funds available to satisfy all, or even a majority of these acknowledged
needs. The City continues to strive toward implementation of a well conceived
•
community development program that truly maximizes benefits for low and moderate
income persons and/or eliminates slum and blight, and prevents the recurrence of
blighting influences.
Statement of Community Development Objectives:
The following community development objectives will be addressed through
implementation of the CDBG Entitlement Program.
I. To improve housing conditions available in the community, especially those
which provide housing for low and moderate income persons.
2. To provide for public facilities improvements including street projects,
drainage projects and neighborhood facilities in areas that are concentrated
with low and moderate income persons.
3. To minimize displacement of site occupants through the carrying out of
projects and activities, recognizing that should displacement occur, technical
and financial assistance to relocate the displacee in replacement housing within
his/her economic means will be provided in accordance with the stipulations of
the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act of 1970.
Projected Use of Funds:
The City of West Memphis will receive $290,531 under the FY2022 Year CDBG
Entitlement Program. If less than this amount is received, the costs and scope of the
projects described herein will be adjusted accordingly. An alternative would be to
eliminate all or part of one or more projects from the proposed program. If more than
this amount is received, the additional funds will be added proportionately to the line
items described herein where such funds will remain until or unless they are required for
another project activity.
The following activities have been designed and will be implemented within the proposed
FY2022 Program by the Community Development Agency based upon previously
approved and planned activities and citizen involvement. It is understood that these
activities may be revised in the future by the City Council of West Memphis, Arkansas as
a result of the continuing citizen participation planning process.
FY2022 Proposed Activities
Housing Rehabilitation:
Continuation of the housing rehabilitation program in which a maximum
of$20,000 in CDBG funds is expended on the rehabilitation for
elderly/handicapped low and moderate income homeowners
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.202
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3)
Funding: $ 88,425.20
Demolition and Clearance:
Demolition of vacant dilapidated structures and clearance of
structure and lot
Location: city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.20I(d)
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)
Funding: $ 72,000.00
Public Facilities: *
Sidewalk project on Polk St. between 25th and Ingram ditch,
connecting with existing sidewalks along Polk St.
Location: city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: §570.201(c)
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2)(iv)
Funding: $ 72,000.00
Effectiveness:
The Final Statement of Community Development Objectives and Projected Use of Funds
has been prepared in light of the previous public hearings and input from citizens and
members of the West Memphis City Council. Citizens are invited to comment on this
Statement by sending their comments to the Community Development Agency of West
Memphis, 205 South Redding Street, West Memphis, Arkansas 72301.
Copies of the Final Statement are available for public inspection and review during
normal business hours, Monday through Friday, in the Community Development Agency
offices.
Various recommendations and comments or suggestions that are made as a result of
citizen review of this statement will he forwarded to the City Council for the Council's
consideration. The Final Statement will remain in full force and effect for the duration of
the CDBG Program, or until it is modified or amended by the City Council.
As with previous Community Development Block Grant Programs, the Community
Development Agency of West Memphis will administer the CDBG Program on behalf of
the City of West Memphis.
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CEIVED
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Program Administration and Planning:
Administrative costs related to planning,oversight, management
and implementation of the program
Location: not applicable
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.206
National Objectives: not applicable
Funding: $ 55,105.80
Fair Housing:
Contribution to further fair housing efforts within the City
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.206(c)
National Objective: not applicable
Funding: $ 3,000
NOTE: if the above designated projects fail to get underway in a timely
manner, these funds may be re-allocated by the Cii; Council
to the ongoing activities of economic development, housing
rehabilitation and demolition.
Total FY2019 CDBG Program: $ 290,531