The Board Report, capturing major elements of the latest regular meeting of the Hot Springs Board of Directors, is part of the City of Hot Springs’ efforts to broaden its communications with the public. City Board meetings are open to the public, and agendas, minutes, and more information can be found at www.cityhs.net/Board or by contacting [email protected] 2, 2026Board Approves Leonard Street Lofts Housing Development‣ Ordinance 26-26 approved the Leonard Street Lofts Planned Development at 333 Leonard Street, allowing the renovation of an existing historic home and the construction of three additional detached cottagestyle homes on the property. The project includes a shared common green space designed to create a “pocket neighborhood” that encourages community interaction while maintaining compatibility with the surrounding residential neighborhood. Through the planned development process, the project received approval for reduced setback requirements and additional dwelling units to make more efficient use of the property while preserving open space. The development will provide four total single-family rental homes, support affordable and attainable housing goals, and help address housing shortages identified in the City’s Housing Strategy. The project also advances the goals of the Forward Hot Springs 2040 Comprehensive Plan by promoting neighborhood revitalization, preserving an existing historic structure, encouraging infill development where infrastructure already exists, and creating new housing opportunities within an established residential area.‣‣ The Board approved Resolution 26-99 approving a lease with Big Ron’s Automotive, LLC for the vacant airport-owned building at 505 Airport Road. The lease will generate $2,595.33 in monthly rent, and the tenant will complete approximately $27,922 in required building improvements within the first 120 days.‣ The Board approved Resolution 26-100 confirming the reappointment of Dr. Joyce Craft to Position 3 on the Hot Springs Housing Authority Board of Commissioners for a one-year term ending August 16, 2027, to correct a previous term alignment error and bring the position back into compliance with state law and Housing Authority board term requirements.‣ The Board approved Resolution 26-101 awarding a $201,600 contract to Crist Engineers, Inc. for construction administration services for the Ouachita Water Treatment Plant Sedimentation Basins 1–5 Plate Settler Project. Crist Engineers will provide construction oversight, project coordination, pay application review, and closeout services to help ensure the project is completed according to plans and specifications while maintaining treatment plant operations during construction.‣ The Board approved Resolution 26-102 awarding a $5,759,997.20 construction contract to JL Bry-Son, Inc. for the Ouachita Water Treatment Plant Sedimentation Basins 1–5 Plate Settler Project. The project will replace aging tube settler systems with modern plate settlers to improve water treatment efficiency, clarification performance, and long-term reliability at the facility.‣ The Board approved Resolution 26-103 a Resolution declaring a vacant residential structure at 504 W. Belding Street to be a public nuisance and approved its condemnation and demolition. The structure was found to be unsafe due to extensive structural deterioration, and the property owner consented to its removal after being unable to make necessary repairs.‣ The Board approved Resolution 26-104 a Resolution authorizing Resolution 26-104 authorized out-of-state travel for Directors Phyllis Beard, Karen Garcia, and Steve Trusty to attend the National League of Cities City Summit in Nashville, Tennessee, in November 2026, with travel expenses to be paid in accordance with City policy and budgeted travel funds.‣ The Board approved Ordinance 26-24 an Ordinance vacating, and abandoned an undeveloped portion of Virginia Drive right-of-way, allowing adjacent property owners to take ownership of the land. The closure supports plans for future residential development and was approved after review by City staff and utility providers, with no objections received.‣ The Board approved Ordinance 26-25 an Ordinance amending portions of the Hot Springs Code of Ordinances related to the Parks & Recreation Department following the merger of the Parks & Trails and Sports Recreation departments. The ordinance updated department language, revised certain sportsrelated fees, and eliminated a redundant chapter of the code. ComingEvents• Pride Parade- June 27 Festival. Stay tuned for details.• Gallery Walk- Starts Friday, June 5. (Dir. Erin Holiday, District 1)• Bridge Street LIVEStarts Thursday, June 4 from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Bridge Street Entertainment District (Dir. Karen Garcia, District 5)• Corvette Weekend25th Annual Hot Springs Corvette Weekend on June 11-13.• Relay for Life -June 13 at the Hot Springs YMCA at 130 Werner Street starting at noon. (Dir. Steve Trusty, District 6)• Stewart Pennington20th Annual Stueart Pennington World Championship Running of the Tubs Saturday, June 6 at 9 a.m., Downtown Hot Springs 2026. (Dir. Dudley Webb III, District 4)Other Board actions
Board of Directors City of Hot SpringsPat McCabeMayorErin HollidayDistrict 1Phyllis BeardDistrict 2Marcia Dobbs-SmithDistrict 3Dudley Webb, IIIDistrict 4Karen GarciaDistrict 5Steve TrustyDistrict 6To contact a board member, view a meeting agenda or check the date of the next board meeting, visit the “Board of Directors” webpage under the “Your Government” tab at www.cityhs.net.City Government at Your Service [email protected] • City of Hot Springs Public Information Department • 501-321-6806www.cityhs.net