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AGENDA
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 2,2022
PRAYER:
PLEDGE OF
ALLEGIANCE: AMERICAN,LEGION
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL:
BID OPENINGS:
MINUTES: APPROVE OR CORRECT MINUTES OF MAY 19,2022
OLD BUSINESS: 0-1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 4: BENEFITS,
SUBTITLE: SICK LEAVE OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS,ARKANSAS,AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES (TABLED ON MAY 19,2022)
NEW BUSINESS: 0-1 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TORI PERRY,AS CITY
FINANCE DIRECTOR,TO OPEN ONE NEW ACCOUNT AND
TO AUTHORIZE TORI PERRY, TRACY CATT AND CHARLES
SUITER,JR.,TO BE THE AUTHORIZED SIGNERS ON THE
NEW ACCOUNT AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
0-2 AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE MEMBERS OF THE
CITY COUNCIL TO PURCHASE SERVICES FROM JEFFREY
MEDDLEBROOK D/B/A BLUE LINE PRESSURE WASHING,
AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
0-3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 4: BENEFITS,TO
ADD SUBTITLE: MISCELLANEOUS EMPLOYEE REIMBUSE-
MENT OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK OF THE CITY OF
WEST MEMPHIS,ARKANSAS,AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
0-4 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A PLANNED UNIT
DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT
205 N.WALKER STREET,IN THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL-
CORE (11-C)DISTRICT
PERMISSION
REQUEST:
COMMITTEE
REPORTS:
APPOINTMENTS:
PRESENTATIONS: MAYOR MCCLENDON
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
CITIZEN REQUEST:
ADJOURNMENT:
MINUTES
WEST MEMPHIS CITY COUNCIL
June 2, 2022
A regular'meeting of the West Memphis City Council was held on Thursday, June 2,
2022, at 1:00 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 Councilor Croom. Mayor Marco McClendon called the meeting to
order at 1:00 p.m. City Clerk, James Pulliaum called the roll. Those present were
Mayor Marco McClendon, City Treasurer Charlie Suiter Jr., City Attorney Michael
Stephenson, City Clerk, James Pulliaum, and Councilors: Gheric Bruce, Tracy Catt,
Wayne Croom, Helen Harris, James Holt, Melanie Hutchinson, David Murray, Willis
Mondy, and Charles Wheeless. Absent was Councilor Lorraine Mohammed. Also
present was City Finance Director, Tori Perry and Evening Times Reporter, John Rech.
Quorum being present Mayor, Marco McClendon proceeded with the meeting.
Mayor McClendon recognized State Representative, Dr. Deborah Ferguson and
congratulated her on her re-election and thanked her for all that she does for the City
of West Memphis.
BID OPENING: CDBG DEMOLITION BIDS FOR 2022
Mayor McClendon said they would be removing 809 E. Broadway from the bid list.
Councilor Croom made a motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to accept the bids
as presented and to refer them back to administration for distribution. Upon voice
vote, voting was unanimous to approve.
MINUTES: APPROVE OR CORRECT MINUTES OF MAY 19, 2022
Councilor; Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Murray to dispense with the
reading of the minutes of the May 19, 2022, council meeting and to approve them as
submitted. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to approve.
Councilor Catt, made the motion, seconded by Councilor Holt to read 0-1 under old
business and 0-1, 0-2, 0-3 and 0-4 under new business by title only. Upon voice vote,
voting was unanimous.
OLD BUSINESS:
0-1 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTIONS 4 BENEFITS SUBTITLE: SICK
LEAVE OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS,
ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES (TABLED ON MAY 19, 2022)
City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the FIRST time by title only.
Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to suspend the
rules, and place the ordinance on its second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the SECOND time by
title only. Councilor Murray made the motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to further
suspend the rules, and place the ordinance on the third reading. Upon voice vote,
voting was unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the THIRD
and FINAL time by title only. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor
Hutchinson to approve the ordinance. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to
approve. The ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2604
NEW BUSINESS:
0-1 AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING TORI PERRY, AS CITY FINANCE
DIRECTOR, TO OPEN ONE NEW ACCOUNT AND TO AUTHORIZE TORI PERRY,
TRACY CATT AND CHARLES SUITER, JR., TO BE THE AUTHORIZED SIGNERS
ON THE NEW ACCOUNT AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the FIRST time by title only
Councilor Harris made the motion, seconded by Councilor Mondy to suspend the
rules, and place the ordinance on,its second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the SECOND time by
title only. Councilor Murray made the motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to further
suspend the rules, and place the ordinance on the third reading. Upon voice vote,
voting was unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the THIRD
and FINAL time by title only. Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by
Councilor Wheeless to approve the ordinance. Mayor McClendon said the one million
dollars was the largest amount ever awarded to a city and thanked Economic Director,
Philip Sorrell, and Mallory Darby for their hard work. There being no further
discussion: Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to approve. The ordinance was
adopted and assigned No. 2605
0-2 AN ORDINANCE TO AUTHORIZE MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL TO
PURCHASE SERVICES FROM JEFFERY MIDDLEBROOK D/B/A BLUE LINE
PRESSURE WASHING, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the FIRST time by title only
Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Holt to suspend the rules,
and place the ordinance on its second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the SECOND time by
title only. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to further
suspend the rules, and place the ordinance on its third reading. Upon voice vote,
voting was unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the THIRD
and FINAL time by title only. Councilor Harris made the motion, seconded by
Councilor Catt to approve the ordinance. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to
approve. The ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2606
0-3 AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTION 4: BENEFITS, TO ADD SUBTITLE:
MISCELLANEOUS EMPLOYEE REIMBURSEMENT OF THE EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK
OF THE CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS, ARKANSAS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the FIRST time by title only
Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to suspend the
rules, and place the ordinance on its second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the SECOND time by
title only. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Murray to further
suspend the rules, and place the ordinance on the third reading. Upon voice vote,
voting was unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the THIRD
and FINAL time by title only. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor
Wheeless to approve the ordinance. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to
approve. The ordinance was adopted and assigned No. 2607
0-4 AN ORDINANCE APPROVING A PLANNED UNIT DEVELOPMENT FOR THE
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 205 N. WALKER STREET, IN THE LIGHT INDUSTRIAL-
CORE (11-C) DISTRICT
City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the FIRST time by title only
Councilor Harris made the motion, seconded by Councilor Murray to suspend the
rules, and place the ordinance on its second reading. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the SECOND time by
title only. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to further
suspend the rules, and place the ordinance on its third reading. Upon voice vote,
voting was unanimous. City Attorney Stephenson read the ordinance for the THIRD
and FINAL time by title only. Councilor Catt made the motion, seconded by Councilor
Holt to approve the ordinance. Discussion followed Councilor Mondy asked for an
explanation of the ordinance. Planning & Development Director, Paul Luker explained
this this was for Newberry Tanks that has been at the location for a long time, they
purchased the old Dick Moore property and they are looking to expand but before they
can expand they would need to go through the rezoning process and instead of doing a
straight rezoning they are doing a planned development that would let them continue
their tank service, but not anything else that would be heavy industrial, They are also
going to market two pieces of property on Broadway for commercial usage. As a
biproduct of that they are going to give the whole property a face lift there will be some
fencing that will protect Broadway from their tank activities, tree planting and
landscaping. They have also purchased some property south of Walker Street where
they have been working on getting rid of the old trailers, it is going to allow an existing
business to expand and improve upon the esthetics on Broadway. Councilor Mondy
asked if they would still be able to see the tanks. Mr. Luker said not as much, and
screening will be put up to screen them somewhat from Broadway. Councilor Catt
asked how the two properties that they plan to market will they be zoned. Mr. Luker
said they will be commercial Downtown Mixed Use. There being no further discussion:
Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous to approve. The ordinance was adopted and
assigned No. 2608
COMMITTEE REPORTS:
BUDGET: Councilor Croom Budget Committee Report. The Budget Committee met
on May 26, 2022. The budget committee reviewed the Tax Revenue from Southland
Racing Casino which was a little over one million dollars which is down from May of
2021, the combined city and county tax revenue was up by from May 2021 at 1.1
million dollars Advertising & Promotion 3% tax was $ 175,000 up from May 2021.
Finance Director, Tori Perry informed the Budget Committee that they put the cities
Advertising & Promotions first quarter million-dollar CD in the bank. The utility
commission presented their request to the budget committee for funding to update the
city pumping station, the budget committee approved their request, and it will be
presented to council for their approval for disposition. The budget committee also
reviewed the funding for the repair and restoration of plumbing and air conditioning at
the Roberta Jackson Neighborhood Center, it was approved by the budget committee
and will be presented to council for disposition. All purchasing request for purchases
and or repairs over $25,000 which includes bids and funding request will be presented
to the Budget Committee by Purchasing Director, Kenneth Johnson before being
presented to council for approval.
KEEP WEST MEMPHIS BEAUTIFUL: Councilor Wheeless presented the Keep West
Memphis Beautiful report. The Keep West Memphis Beautiful cleanup date will be
Saturday June 4, 2022, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Volunteers will meet at the
Eugene Woods Civic Center at 212 Polk Street. All volunteers will receive free shirts
while supplies last and dumpsters will be in all 5 wards where they were last year for
residents to place trash.
Councilor Bruce said that the number of overgrown lots has gotten out of control and
the process in place is not working. Councilor Bruce said that council needs to get
together and discuss some alternatives, even if it means having to go back to bidding
some of the properties out to grass contractors. Councilor Bruce also said that the city
is overran with junk cars especially in Ward 2, with one issue being car lots that park
junk cars on sidewalks and impede pedestrians' ability to walk on the sidewalks.
Councilor Bruce said the police department needs to start issuing citations. Councilor
Harris said they are having the same issue in Ward 5 the police department is issuing
tickets, but it is not being enforced. Councilor Wheeless said they are having the same
problem in Ward 3. Councilor Bruce said they are also having a problem with loud
music, and these are all examples of nuisance and blight and deters people from
wanting to move to West Memphis. Councilor Bruce said_ that the Mayor Council
Government is as team and that they need to work together to improve things
although they might not always agree but they owe it to the citizens of West Memphis
to put differences aside and come to a mutual agreement for the betterment of West
Memphis and put all the animosity aside. Lastly Councilor Bruce spoke on the plans
previously discussed to build a Fire Training Academy and asked that they not let that
fall by the wayside and asked that the Fire Commission reopen the discussion and
find a way to make it happen.
Mayor McClendon announced that he would be traveling to Forest City at 2:30 p.m.
He has been invited to the Rockefeller Foundation meeting where they will be giving
away money for Infrastructure and other endeavors. Mayor McClendon said that he
believes if you need you must ask and if there is any money to be given, he intends to
ask for it, to bring it back to better West Memphis.
APPOINTMENTS: NONE
PRESENTATIONS: NONE
PERMISSION REQUEST: Mayor McClendon asked for permission to add the
Southland Charity Day money to the agenda. Councilor Catt made the motion,
seconded by Councilor Hutchinson to approve adding the distribution of Charity Day
funds to the agenda. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous.
Councilor Holt asked for permission to distribute $400.00 dollars of his Charity Day
money to Families in Transition and $905.36 to Missouri Street Church of Christ.
Councilor Mondy asked to give 2,607.36 to Wonder City Boys and Girls Club.
Councilor Harris asked to give $652.68 to Wonder City Boys and Girls Club and
$652.68 to LR Jackson Girls Club. Councilor Bruce asked to give $1305.36 to the
Wonder City Boys and Girls Club. Councilor Wheeless asked to give $1,305.36 to
Crittenden County Boys and Girls Club. Councilor Murray asked to give $652.68 to
the Wonder City Boys and Girls Club and $652.68 to the LR Jackson girls club.
Councilor Croom made the motion, seconded by Councilor Hams to approve. Upon
voice vote, voting was unanimous to approve.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mayor McClendon announced that the Fire Department would be hosting Fire Safety
Day at Tilden Rogers Park Saturday June 4, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. There
will be bounce house, food trucks and more, music and fire training demos.
On May 10, 2022, several City Council Members and the Mayor met to discuss the
request from several organizations to utilize the Roberta Jackson Neighborhood
Center. The decision made was as follows: Friday Saturday and Sunday the building
will be available for rental for events at $150.00 for 4 hours and $250.00 for 6 hours
the council will need to let the mayor-know what type of events will be approved for
rental of the building. The Council agreed to accept the East Arkansas Area of Aging
proposal to rent additional space for an additional amount of $300.00 per month to
expand on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Council
also agreed to accept the proposal from Let's Read Program Monday through Thursday
the Council and Mayor will get together to discuss the time that the building will be
available. Councilor Catt asked to reintroduce. the rental agreement that was
previously in place to council for review. Councilor Catt said anyone wanting to lease
the building would be subject to signing the lease agreement and going through a pre
inspection and post inspection of the building and held accountable for cleaning and
or repairs and consider hiring someone part time. The mayor said they are still
working out some details before the building is available for rental for private
engagements.
Mayor McClendon and Council and several staff members will be attending the
Arkansas Municipal League Conference June 15, 2022, through June 17, 2022, in
Little Rock, Arkansas Mayor McClendon asked for a motion to reschedule the June 16,
2022, Council meeting to June 23, 2022, at 5:00 p: m. Councilor Monday made the
motion, seconded by Councilor Harris to change the June 16, 2022; Council Meeting
to June 23, 2022, at 5:00 p.m. Upon voice vote, voting was unanimous
CITIZENS REQUEST: NONE
Having no further business to come before the City Council, Councilor Catt made the
motion, seconded by Councilor Wheeless to adjourn. Upon voice vote, voting was
unanimous to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 1:50 p.m. -
PASSED and APPROVED this 23RD h day of June 2022.
4::t&Co CO MCC N vDON, MAYOR
ATTEST:
PULL , CITY CLERK
Minutes prepared by, Patricia Lane, Sr. Deputy City Clerk
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CDBG-CV Amended Final Statement Public Services (Affordable Broadband)
Marilyn Phelix <mphelix@westmemphisar.gov>
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To: Patricia Lane <plane@westmemphisar.gov>
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Final Statement B-2019 CDBG CV Round 3 Revised 2022.doc; •
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WEST MEMPHIS,ARKANSAS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ENTITLEMENT PROGRAM
AMENDED FINAL STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
AND PROJEC 1'ED USE OF FUNDS
B-2019-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 formula calculated 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
24, 2019 to receive citizen recommendations on the scope of the CDBG Program. A second public hearing
was held on February 7, 2019, to allow citizens the opportunity to respond to the requests for funding.
In March of 2020, Congress passed the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES ACT), to
give funding for various relief efforts directed towards the Coronavirus (Covid-19) Crisis. On April 3, 2020, the
Federal Emergency Management Agency declared the Covid-19 Outbreak a disaster under FEMA 4518-DRAR.
As a result of these legislative actions, West Memphis was allocated additional formula calculated funding to
aid in community relief efforts.
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. During the March 7, 2019 regularly
scheduled city council meeting, the city of West Memphis councilors reviewed and approved the content of the
B-2019 Community Development Block Grant Entitlement program final statement. On May 7, 2020, the City
Council of West Memphis reviewed and approved the amended content of the final statement regarding the
allocation of CARES ACT funds. 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 norural business hours, Monday through Friday. A public hearing was held June 21, 2022 to
amend B-2019-MC-05-0009, for re-allocation of CDBG-CV funds that will be allocated to Public Services
for affordable broadband services for the low- moderate income residents in West Memphis.
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 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 CDB.G Entitlement Program.
1., To improve housing conditions available in the community, especially those which provide housing for low-
andmoderate=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.
I 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 $299,368 under the FY2019 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 FY2019 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.
FY2019 Proposed Activities
Housing Rehabilitation:
Continuation of the housing rehabilitation program in which a maximum of$20,000 in CDBG funds is
expended for elderly/handicapped low-and moderate-income persons rehabilitations
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24"CFR 570.202
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3)
Funding: $ 100,000
Demolition and Clearance:
Demolition of vacant dilapidated structures and clearance of structure and lot
Location: city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(d)
National Objectives:24 CFR 570.208(a)(1).
Funding: $96,495
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Public Services:
Funds awarded to non-profit organizations that work with low- and moderate-income individuals. These
organizations work as a sub-recipient to the City.
Location: - city-wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(e)
National Objectives: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(1)
Funding: $ 40,000
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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: $59,873
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
• CDBG-CV Funding Proposed Activities
The activities listed below will only access Block Grant funding when other sources, such as'FEMA and
DHS,are exhausted,to prevent duplication of benefits. Following enactment, the cap in section 105(a)(8). of the
HCD Act and 24 CFR 570.201€has no effect on CDBG-CV grants and no effect on FY2019 and 2020 CDBG
grant funds used for coronavirus efforts. •
Public Service for Utility Assistance:
Funds awarded to assist citizens with Utility bills, with priority given to elderly/handicapped low- and
moderate-income residents
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.2
National Objective:
Funding: $ 10,644.80
Public Service for Food Security and Access:
Funds awarded to assist with food security and access issues
Location: city wide
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• Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(e)
National Objective:
Funding: $ 26,000
Public Service for Personal Protective Equipment:
Funds awarded to assist citizens with obtaining personal protective equipment to help prevent the spread of
Covid-19. To avoid duplication of funds;CDBG funding was not utilized due to available funding from
other sources.
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(e)
National Objective:
Funding: $ 0.00
Quarantine Relocation:
.Funds awarded to assist citizens with relocation costs due to quarantine restrictions.to help prevent the
spread of Covid-19
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
• Eligibility:24 CFR 570.201€
National Objective:
Funding: $ 10,000
Economic Development: Utility Assistance Business
Funds awarded to help small businesses with utilities, not to exceed$200 each
Location: City Wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility.: 24 CFR 570.201(o)
National Objective:
Funding: $ 400.00
Public Service for Testing:
Funds awarded to assist in testing community members to help prevent the spread of Covid-19.
To avoid duplication of funds;CDBG funding was not utilized due to available funding from other sources.
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(e)
National Objective:
Funding: $ 0.00
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Public Service: Affordable Broadband Services
Location: city wide
Regulatory Citations:
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Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201€
National Objective:
LFunding: $33011_36 o
-K NOTE:If the above projects fail to get underway a timely nzanner, these fends may be re-allocated by the
City Council to the'ongoing.activities of economic development, housing rehabilitation and demolition.
Original FY 2019'CDBG Program Funding: $ 299,368 •
FY 2019 CDBG-CV Prograin_Funding Round 1: $ 186,531
FY 2019 CRBG-CV Program Funding Round 3:- $ 190,650
Total FY2019 CDBG Program: $ 676;549
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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'Qrant Programs, the Community Development Agency of
West Memphis will administer the CDBG Program on behalf of the City of West Memphis.
City of West Memphis, Arkansas
Request for Proposals — Affordable Housing Project
2022
I. INTRODUCTION
The City of West Memphis,Arkansas is seeking proposals from developers of all capacities for a
scattered site land bank project that creates affordable owner-occupied housing for low-income
households in the Southeastern quadrant of town. Preference shall be given to those proposals
that will guarantee the construction of new units (please see the attached parcel map)that are
sustainable for low and moderate-income households.
The City is particularly interested in proposals that meet the following objectives:
1. Create housing in an area of the city characterized by poor quality housing or negative
neighborhood image.
2. Create affordable housing that is in reasonable proximity to employment.
3. Increase affordable homeownership opportunities in the City of West Memphis
All selected proposals will undergo review to assess developer capacity and fiscal soundness and
alignment with neighborhood market conditions to ensure adequate need for each unit. Proposals
must also incorporate the unique physical, historical, social, and economic characteristics of the
City of West Memphis.
The developer is required to comply with all applicable City, County, State, and HUD/Federal
requirements (where applicable) including environmental reviews.
Criteria and Priorities: Housing developed under this RFP should serve individuals and
households with incomes up to 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI). In addition to meeting
the proper AMI level,the following Priorities apply:
• Increase the supply of affordable homeownership housing in West Memphis;
• In particular, address the housing need through the redevelopment and revitalization of
the southeast sector of the City;
• Help low to moderate income households gain access to homeownership opportunities;
• Focus on sustainability and energy efficiency standards (refer to Energy Star standards)
as a means of achieving cost-effective operations of the new homes.
The following Criteria apply:
• The proposal will provide a measurable impact in the target'neighborhood;
• The applicants have a demonstrated dapacity to carry out the development proposal for
which they seek the City's approval;
• The applicants demonstrate an ability to complete the development on time and on
budget;
• Applications from all size developers are welcome.
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II. SCOPE OF WORK
A. General
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City staff will expect the developer to have the capacity to exercise independent judgement and
to perform those actions necessary to achieve the project objectives. It should be understood that
the City has limited staff capacity to support the project and will rely on the personnel,resources
and expertise of the developer to ensure all necessary components of the project are completed in
a timely manner.
All proposals should meet the requirements outlined in the Scope of Services below.
Applicants will:
1. Develop single-family, homeownership housing for households with income at or below
80%LMI.
2. Demonstrate the project's contribution to increasing the affordable housing stock.
3. Ensure that the project incorporates energy efficient features into the design.
4. Comply with all applicable City minimum housing and building codes.
III.PROPOSALS
A. Submittals
Proposals are accepted both electronically and by mail. All electronic proposals must be
submitted to the Planning and Development Office at planning@westmemphisar.gov.
Proposals are due by . Proposal envelopes should be clearly labeled:
"Request for Proposals for City of West Memphis Affordable Housing Project." The
City will not include late proposals for consideration.
Developers responding to this RFP should mail submissions to:
Paul Luker, AICP
Director of Planning and Development
205 S. Redding
West Memphis, AR 72301
(870) 732-7520
B. Selection Process
The City will form a Selection Team to evaluate proposals. The team will use the following scale
for its evaluation process.
1. Quality of References: (10 points) Qualification and experience in providing the requested
development as exemplified by past projects.
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2. SBE Responsiveness: (10 points) Projects that involve small business enterprises including
small businesses, women owned businesses or minority owned businesses.
3.Neighborhood Contrast and Project Design: (40 points) Knowledge of and experience in
identifying the housing needs for the City,number of housing units, and community impact.
Compliance with all requirements outlined in Scope of Services. Consistency with the City's
priorities and objectives.
4. Developer Capability and Track Record: (40 points) The developer's team completion or
operation of similar projects. Capacity to undertake new or additional projects, ability to secure
construction financing, and the developer's approach and plan of action.
The City of West Memphis may invite all firms submitting proposals for a personal presentation
and interview. The City, alternatively, reserves the right to select the top-ranking firms for an
interview and negotiations. The City also reserves the right to reject all submittals.
C. Site visits
Submitting firms may request a visit to the City if staff time is available. To seek an appointment
for a visit, or request additional information, contact Planning and Development at(870) 732-
7520.
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To: Patricia Lane Tue 5/3/2022 2:32 PM
Cc: Paul Luker
Ms. Patricia,
We would like to appear on the agenda for the June 2, 2022,City Council meeting. The topic of discussion will be
the Bid Opening of CDBG Demolition projects for 2022.
• ' y If you need additional information, please let me know.
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Demolition Bid Tabulation
Opening: 06/01/2022
1:00pm
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Line # Address Charles Gilmer Contractors, Trucking Co.
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809 E Broadway $0.00 $64,500.00 $9,500.00
1 West Memphis,
AR 72301
122 S 15th $1,010.00 $0.00 $5,500.00
2 West Memphis,
AR 72301
126 S 15th $1,010.00 $0.00 $6,000.00
3 West Memphis,
AR 72301
1815 E Harrison $0.00 $0.00 $5,000.00
4 West Memphis,
AR 72364
411 S 16th $0.00 $0.00 $5,000.00
5 West Memphis,
AR 72301
410 N 11th $0.00 $0.00 $6,000.00
6 West Memphis,
AR 72301
233 S 17th $0.00 $0.00 $6,500.00
7 West Memphis,
AR 72301
300 W Broadway $0.00 $61,000.00 $7,500.00
8 West Memphis,
AR 72301
Permission Request for the Council to Appropriate$21,000.00 from the Care Act funds
To go into Public works funds the Mayor's Operation Clean up Clear Out Project
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OFFICE OF MAYOR MARCO MCCLENDON t c• t r ?t,'t- am` t -
Proposed Grass Mowing Charges to Recoup City Expense
Base Fee: $110.00.This would be the minimum fee and would be applicable for lots up to
10,000 square feet.
For lots and parcels larger than 10,000 square feet the cost would be$0.01 (1 cent)per s.f.
Example:
1 acre lot: (43,560 s.f. x.01)=$435.60
5 acre lot: ($435.60 x 5)=$2,178.00
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CITY OF WEST MEMPHIS
OFFICE OF MAYOR MARCO MCCLENDON
June 14,2021
Memorandum
To: Paul Luker,Director of Planning and Development
RE:Administrative Fees for Mowing Overgrown Lots
Paul
Going forward add an additional administrative fee of$25 (total of$50) for lots that the city must pay
contractors to mow when the lots are in violation of the City's grass ordinance. These additional fees are
needed to help recover the rising expenses incurred from administering the program.
Sincerely, ////��r��� �J
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Marco McClendon
Mayor
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ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
517 N 9th
503 N 9th
502 N 9th
500 N 9th
424 Tulane
512 Purdue
221 S 8th
217 S 8th
215 S 8th
410 S 8th
206 S 7th
303 S 4th
221 S 4th
213 S 4th
204S4th
216 S 2nd
707 S Redding
1217 Bush
809 Foxwood
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
731 Woods ---_------ ---
7 McArthur
9 McArthur
17 McArthur
12 McArthur
610 S 3rd
414 Auburn
500 Auburn
717 Turtlecreek
526 Lois Marie Cv
532 Lois Marie Cv
756 Dogwood Cv
2827 Oak
2829 Oak
410 S 9th
313 S 9th
308 S 9tn
232S9th
225 S 8th
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
222 S 8th
111N8th
416 S 8th
412S9th
523 N 8th
401 N 8th
308 N 8th
211 N 8th
110 N 9th
206 N 9th
207 N 9th
306 Peachtree
310 Peachtree
308 Peachtree
2770 W Grove
2711 S Grove
1001 Rainer
916 Mimosa
402 Birch
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
2406 N Gathings
2220 Autumn
521 N 16th
1909 E Harrison
400 S 13th
525 N 16th
819 S 10th
817 S 10th
827 S 10tn
801 S 10th
809 S 10tn
706 S 10th
717 S 10tn
411S4th
101 Lincoln
107 Lincoln
111 Lincoln
205 Lincoln
240 Lincoln
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
425 Lincoln
422 Shady Grove
320 Shady Grove
239 Shady Grove
300 Shady Grove
227 Shady Grove
201 Shady Grove
207 Shady Grove
119 Shady Grove
606 E Broadway
402 Oxford
306 Oxford
311 S 10th
4013 E Broadway
Grass List
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
2827 Oak Cv
2829 Oak Cv
2711 S Grove
2770 W Grove
308 Peachtree
306 Peachtree
310 Peachtree
206 N 9th
207 N 9th
523 N 8th
401N8th
308N8th
211 N 8th
110 N 9th
111 N 8th
416 S 9th
412 S 9th
410S9th
313S9th
308 S 9th
232S9th
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ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
225 S 8th
222 S 8th
221 S 8th
217 S 8th
215 S 8th
206 S 7th
303 S 4th
221 S 4th
213 S 4th
204S4th
216 S 2nd
707 S Redding
1217 Bush
809 Foxwood
731 Woods
7 McArthur
5 McArthur
12 McArthur
17 McArthur
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Signature
Grass List
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
610 S 3rd
414 Auburn
500 Auburn
717 Turtle Creek Dr
526 Lois Marie Cv
532 Lois Marie Cv
756 Dogwood Cv
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Grass List
ADDRESS DATE OF CUT CITY CUT ALREADY CUT
513 N 28th
2008 E Madison
309 S 13th
1009 S McAuley
2701 Church
2711 Church
600 N 28th
2724 Beatty
484 N 28th
482 N 28th
3206 Church
220 Ross
231 W Bond
1521 Missouri
216 W Bond
222 W Bond