On the agenda: Bella Vista City Council Work Session — LICENSE PLATE READER (Nov 16)

Bella Vista City Council
Work Session Meeting Agenda
Date/Time: November 16, 2026
6:00 PM

Location: Bella Vista District Court
2483 Forest Hills Boulevard

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Mayor:
Council Members:
John D. Flynn
Ward 1, Position 1 - Travis Harp
Ward 1, Position 2 - Wendy Hughes
City Clerk:
Ward 2, Position 1 - Shea Newport
Wanda Lepillez Krug
Ward 2, Position 2 - Larry Wilms
Ward 3, Position 1 - Anna Isbell
Ward 3, Position 2 - Craig Honchell
I.

Call to Order
This meeting has been given public notice in accordance with Section 25-19-106 of
the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act in such form that will apprise the public
and news media of subject matter presented for consideration and action.

II.

Review of Minutes
A. October 26, 2026, City Council Regular Meeting

III. Unfinished Business
B.

ORDINANCE: PROHIBITING THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA FROM ACQUIRING
OR ACTIVATING AN AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE READER SYSTEM OR
FACIAL RECOGNITION AND IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM WITHOUT PRIOR
APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
Third reading

IV. New Business
See meeting packet for complete ordinances and resolutions.

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C. ORDINANCE: AMENDING SECTION 109-029 OF THE CODE OF
ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA (ZONING ORDINANCE) TO
PROVIDE FOR DENSITY AND USE-SPECIFIC REGULATIONS OF SHORT-TERM
RENTALS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
D. RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF
$14,200.00 TO REALLOCATE UNSPENT CAPITAL FUNDS (MISC. EQUIP
>$5,000.00 (FD 26-05)) TO FIRE TRUCK AND AMBULANCE REPAIRS
E.

RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE TO
MOVE THE BUDGET WORK SESSION FROM TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST TO
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2ND

V. Discussion Items
F.

Legislative Audit A&P Commission: Mayor John Flynn

G. 2027 City Council Meeting Schedule: Mayor John Flynn
H. 2027 Budget work in process: Finance Director Kim Hall
I.

Riordan Road Engineering Project: Street Supt. Karen Hunt

VI. Adjournment

SPECIAL NOTICES TO THE PUBLIC: Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made
to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through appropriate aids
and services. To request this service, contact City Clerk prior to each meeting at
479-876-1255.

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BELLA VISTA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
October 26, 2026

6:00 PM

MINUTES
Call to Order by Mayor Flynn at 6:00 pm.
Pledge of Allegiance recited.

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Roll Call called by Clerk Krug. Council Members Harp, Hughes, Newport, Wilms,
Isbell, and Honchell were present. Mayor Flynn was present.

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Citizen Input Mayor Flynn explained the 3-minute per-person rule for Citizen
Input. He proceeded to call each person on the list, in turn.
W. Stephens, Everleigh. Wendall came to speak in favor of ALPRs. He described
two separate crimes in Arkansas that were solved due to the use of flock
cameras. He is concerned about child traffickers who move through
northwestern Arkansas and on to Missouri and Oklahoma, and also about
keeping Bella Vista safe in the midst of rapid growth.
Paul Knightly, 9 Shropshire Dr. Paul came to speak about the ALPR Ordinance.
While he applauded the Council for being proactive in bringing the ordinance
forward, he doesn't think it goes far enough. He believes a stronger version of
this ordinance would prohibit third-party collection and management of the
data as a primary factor in considering proposals for implementing it around
town. His concern is that outsourcing the collection and storage of end
management of ALPRs or biometric data, will not provide citizens with the
maximum protection they are afforded under the Constitution.
Karen Hunt, 10880 Hodge Ln, Gravette. Karen came to speak about Type 1
Diabetes (T1D) Month. She thanked Mayor Flynn for declaring November as T1
Diabetes Month. One of her 10-year-old twin daughters was diagnosed with T1D
nearly five years ago. They have learned firsthand that this disease requires
constant attention and management every hour of every day. She recognized
the bravery and the courage of children living with the disease, as they face
daily challenges that most people never see, yet continue to go to school, to
play, and live their dreams. She talked about the Fayetteville Breakthrough T1D
Walk for a Cure, which her family participated in recently. For others who want
to join in to help work for a cure, she left flyers on the back table.
Riley Hunt, 10880 Hodge Ln, Gravette. Riley came to speak about being a child
with T1D. She described how her life changed completely when she was

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diagnosed with T1D. She said T1D is an autoimmune disease, and her body
stopped making insulin in the pancreas on its own, so she needed to do the job.
She gave credit for making it this far to her mom, medical advisor, friends, and
family. She also thanked Andrew, who has been one of her biggest supporters.
She thanked the Council for recognizing National Diabetes Month and listening
to her.
Matt Sanders, Nantwich Cir. Matt came to speak about a variety of grievances
with the city that concern two years of working with City Code Inspectors to
make their house compliant with state minimum standards. He would like to
know why the builder of his home has not been forced to fix his home, and why
the builder isn't fined for not following the city code. He spoke out against Mayor
Flynn and Council Member Hughes as mayoral candidates in the current
election.
Mayor Flynn thanked the citizens for coming to speak.

Reports

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Council Member Reply Council Member Hughes thanked Wendall and Paul for
both coming and speaking about ALPRs and flock cameras, and representing
different perspectives on the pros and cons. She said she appreciates the
dialogue and will keep it in mind as the vote comes up in the future. She also
thanked Karen and Riley for speaking about T1D, and educating the Council
and the public.

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Monthly Financial Report through August 31, 2026: Mayor Flynn noted the
city experienced positive results on the revenue side, up 5.9% higher than a
year ago. The city sales tax was up 9.3% higher than a year ago, and the
county sales tax showed some improvement at 3.4% higher than a year
ago. Altogether, total operating revenue was $1.2 million more than budget
through the first eight months. On the expense side, total operating
expenses were 1.1 million under budget, which put the city at 2.3 million
ahead of budget so far. He said the financial situation was very similar to
prior months, perhaps even a bit better.
PROCLAMATION Type 1 Diabetes Awareness Month November 2026: Mayor
Flynn read the proclamation and called Karen and Riley Hunt forward to
receive the recognition and be photographed.
PROCLAMATION Pans/Pandas Awareness Day October 9: Mayor Flynn read
the proclamation and invited Brittany Schmitt forward to receive the
recognition and be photographed. Brittany's son Lincoln is being treated for
PANDAS.
(The Chair will entertain a motion to suspend the rules of order and
procedure to allow all ordinances on the agenda to be read by title only.)
Motion approved by Council Member Wilms, seconded by Council Member

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Hughes. Roll Call Vote: (Ayes: 6/Nays: 0) Passed: 6-0.
Consent Agenda Mayor Flynn introduced the items on the Consent Agenda.
Council Member Wilms made a motion to approve, seconded by Council
Member Harp. Roll Call Vote: (Ayes: 6/Nays: 0) Passed: 6-0.
Approval of Minutes: September 28, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting
RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH HORNER & SHIFRIN FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING
SERVICES RELATED TO CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2026 BOND-FUNDED RADIO
TOWER PROJECT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000.00

Unfinished Business

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RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF
$54,164.00 TO REALLOCATE UNSPENT CAPITAL FUNDS FROM THE OLDHAM
ROAD SLOPE STABILIZATION PROJECT TO THE RIORDAN ROAD/HIGHWAY 71
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT

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ORDINANCE: PROHIBITING THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA FROM ACQUIRING OR
ACTIVATING AN AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE READER SYSTEM OR FACIAL
RECOGNITION AND IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF
THE CITY COUNCIL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Second reading. Mayor Flynn
read the ordinance for the second time. Council Member Newport thanked
the citizen speakers who made comments and noted that Paul Knightly
made a great point. She said she would consider making an amendment to
the ordinance. Council Member Wilms thanked citizen Stevens for his
example of ways that flock cameras can be effective in policing. He stated
that he is of the opinion that policing procedures and methods should be
under the direct control of the police chief and not an elected political
body. He said it is proven that flock cameras catch criminals and bad
actors. He also noted that they have been abused by unethical personnel
due to the lack of proper rules and regulations. He concluded by saying he
will not be supporting this ordinance. Council Member Honchell brought up
a concern that may warrant an amendment to the ordinance, and that is
the proximity of placement between cameras. He thinks that a grid work
plan of camera locations before implementation would be important.
Council Member Harp stated his understanding that this ordinance is to
prevent, protect, or make it more difficult to obtain flock cameras if the
Police Department decides to utilize them in the future. Mayor Flynn said the
ordinance would move to third reading and a vote next month.
New Business
RESOLUTION: APPROVING A HEALTH INSURANCE AND BENEFIT PLAN FOR CITY
EMPLOYEES TO BEGIN JANUARY 1, 2027 Mayor Flynn read the resolution to

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approve the health care insurance plan for 2027. Motion to approve made
by Council Member Wilms, seconded by Council Member Hughes. Roll Call
Vote: (Ayes: 6/Nays: 0) Passed: 6-0.
RESOLUTION: APPROVING THE MAYOR’S APPOINTMENT OF KATHLEEN
COUGHLIN TO THE BELLA VISTA ARTS COUNCIL TO FILL A VACANT TERM
ENDING APRIL 22, 2029 Mayor Flynn read the resolution. Motion to approve
was made by Council Member Hughes, seconded by Council Member
Harp. Roll Call Vote: (Ayes: 6/Nays: 0) Passed: 6-0.

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RESOLUTION: REQUESTING A FORENSIC AUDIT OF THE BELLA VISTA
ADVERTISING AND PROMOTION COMMISSION BY ARKANSAS LEGISLATIVE
AUDIT, OR, IF IT WOULD RESULT IN A MORE TIMELY EXAMINATION, BY AN
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR RETAINED BY THE COMMISSION Mayor Flynn read the
resolution. Council Member Newport asked for clarification about the
requested audit, whether it was a Legislative audit or an independent audit.
Attorney Kelly said the resolution before them melded Council Member
Hughes' desire to use the quicker independent audit, with Council Member
Harp's ordinance requesting a legislative audit. Council Member Hughes
explained that she spoke with Arkansas Legislative Audit several times in the
past week and learned they cannot audit the A&P because the City
already has an independent audit system. Also, Legislative Audit cannot
audit the A&P unless it is requested by a state legislator or the state police,
and even if that occurred, the audit couldn't be introduced until the
December meeting. Council Member Hughes plans to advocate for
locating a firm for a forensic audit at the next A&P Commission meeting. For
the record, Council Member Isbell stated that at the last A&P Commission
meeting she requested a forensic audit, after learning a 2025 audit had not
been completed. She planned to call for a vote at the upcoming A&P
Commission meeting to locate an independent agency to perform a
forensic audit, just to get that done. Council Member Harp thanked both
Council Members Hughes and Isbell for their work on the A&P Commission
and being onboard with an audit. Council Member Honchell voiced
concern about the manner in which Council Member Harp had been
suggesting for months that the A&P was doing something wrong or
dishonest. He said there were better ways to handle the FOIA information
and wondered when it started. Council Member Newport asked if the FOIA
information he requested could be sent to all the Council Members via City
Clerk Krug, as it would be helpful to all of them. Motion to approve by
Council Member Newport, seconded by Council Member Hughes. Roll Call
Vote: (Ayes: 4/Nays: 2 Wilms, Honchell) Passed: 4-2.
Announcements
• Next City Council Work Session: 6:00 pm Monday, November 16, at

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Bella Vista District Court
• Next City Council Regular Meeting: 6:00 pm Monday, November 23,
at Bella Vista District Court
• Planning Commission Work Session: 4:30 pm Thursday, October 29, at
Bella Vista District Court
• Planning Commission Regular Meeting: 4:30 pm, or immediately
following BZA, Monday, November 9, at Bella Vista District Court
• Board of Construction Appeals: 3:00 pm Tuesday, November 10, if
necessary, at Fire Station #1 Conference Rm, 103 Town Center
Adjournment Mayor Flynn adjourned the meeting at 6:52 pm.

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Mayor John D. Flynn

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City Clerk Wanda Lepillez Krug

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MEETING
DATE

PREPARED
BY

LEGISLATIVE TITLE

November
16, 2026

Wanda
Krug, City
Clerk

ORDINANCE: PROHIBITING THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA FROM
ACQUIRING OR ACTIVATING AN AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE
READER SYSTEM OR FACIAL RECOGNITION AND
IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE
CITY COUNCIL, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Third reading

AGENDA ITEM # III.B
ORDINANCE: PROHIBITING THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA FROM ACQUIRING OR ACTIVATING
AN AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE READER SYSTEM OR FACIAL RECOGNITION AND
IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES Third reading
BACKGROUND
RECOMMENDATION
FISCAL IMPACT
ATTACHMENTS
1.

Ordinance ALPR Purchases

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ORDINANCE NO. ___________
CITY OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS
PROHIBITING THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA FROM ACQUIRING OR
ACTIVATING AN AUTOMATIC LICENSE PLATE READER SYSTEM
OR FACIAL RECOGNITION AND IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM
WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE CITY COUNCIL, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Bella Vista has the management and control
of the finances and property of the City pursuant to Arkansas Code § 14-43-502; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to require its prior approval before the City acquires
an automatic license plate reader system or facial recognition and identification system;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: PROHIBITION ON ACQUISITION OR ACTIVATION WITHOUT
COUNCIL APPROVAL
(a) The City of Bella Vista shall not acquire or activate an “automatic license plate reader
system,” as that term is defined in Arkansas Code § 12-12-1802, without the prior approval
of the City Council.
(b) The City of Bella Vista shall not acquire or activate a “facial recognition and identification
system,” as defined in this Ordinance, without the prior approval of the City Council.
(c) For purposes of this Ordinance, “acquire” or “acquisition” includes, but is not limited to,
purchasing, leasing, renting, accepting as a gift, donation, or grant, or otherwise obtaining
an automatic license plate reader system or facial recognition and identification system.
(d) For purposes of this Ordinance, a “facial recognition and identification system” means one
(1) or more mobile or fixed automated cameras used in combination with computer
algorithms to convert images of human faces into computer-readable biometric data for the
purpose of identifying or attempting to identify an individual.
SECTION 2: EXISTING CAMERA EQUIPMENT
(a) Nothing in this Ordinance shall prohibit the City from continuing to use or operate camera
equipment lawfully possessed by the City before the effective date of this Ordinance,
including camera equipment that is technically capable of being used with an automatic
license plate reader system or facial recognition and identification system, provided that
the City shall not activate or enable such capability without the prior approval of the City
Council as required by this Ordinance.
(b) The ordinary use of such camera equipment to capture, record, or transmit images shall
not, by itself, constitute the activation or use of an automatic license plate reader system or
facial recognition and identification system.
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ADOPTED THIS ______ DAY OF ________________________, 2026.
APPROVED:

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Mayor John D. Flynn
Attest:
_______________________________
City Clerk Wanda Krug
Requested by Council Member Shea Newport

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MEETING
DATE

PREPARED BY

LEGISLATIVE TITLE

November
16, 2026

Taylor Robertson,
Planning and
Development
Director

ORDINANCE: AMENDING SECTION 109-029 OF THE
CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BELLA
VISTA (ZONING ORDINANCE) TO PROVIDE FOR
DENSITY AND USE-SPECIFIC REGULATIONS OF
SHORT-TERM RENTALS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES

AGENDA ITEM # IV.C
ORDINANCE: AMENDING SECTION 109-029 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF THE CITY
OF BELLA VISTA (ZONING ORDINANCE) TO PROVIDE FOR DENSITY AND USE-SPECIFIC
REGULATIONS OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
BACKGROUND
As requested by the City Council in July of 2026, the Planning Commission held a
public hearing regarding a 200' separation requirement for newly permitted short-term
rentals in September of 2026. The conclusion of that public hearing was to send it back
to staff for further study, hold more work sessions, and hold a second public hearing in
November of 2026. During those two months, Staff collected over 800 survey responses
in an effort to engage the public on the proposal as well as additional written
responses through the normal public hearing process. For an official city size of 30,104,
the 821 survey responses provided the commission with a strong engagement
benchmark for consideration.
Through review of standards set forth by the American Planning Association, other
local ordinances, and public input, a proposal was prepared with a 500' separation for
new single-family STRs, 150' separation for new two-family, triplex, and townhome STRs
as well as a one unit per structure cap, and a 25% cap on multi-family structures as
well as other use-standards recommended by the APA. These requirements are
proposed to only apply to entire-home rentals, or where the homeowner is not on site
at time of renting, and to permits issued after the effective date should the ordinance
pass. The Planning Commission held a public hearing over this proposal on November
9, 2026. At that public hearing, 14 participants spoke. Following the public hearing, the
Planning Comission voted 5 to 2 to recommend the proposal to City Council for
approval.
Attached to this ordinance draft includes: an exhibit for the needed use table

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amendment to reflect the new subsection labels in the use-specific standards, a staff
memo addressed to the Planning Commission (including a link to comments
received), an Executive Summary of the Survey, and Supporting STR Data that the
Planning Commission reviewed while considering the proposal to recommend to
Council.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff and the Planning Commission recommends approval.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
ATTACHMENTS
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2.
3.
4.
5.

Exhibit A STR Use Table Amendment
STR Staff Memo to PC 11.9.26
Executive Summary of Survey
Supporting STR Data 11.9.26
Ordinance Zoning STR Density

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EXHIBIT A

Commercial
Retail Sales
Retail Store

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Food and Beverage
Outdoor, Mobile, or
Temporary Vending

P

Restaurant
Tavern or Bar

P
P
P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (a)
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (b)
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (c)

Personal Services
Day Care

P

P

P

P

Personal Services

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (d)

Lodging
Bed and Breakfast

C

C

C

C

Hotel
Recreational Vehicle
Park
Short-term Rental

P

P
C

C

P

P

P

P

P

P

2/DU + 1/guest
room

P

P
C

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (e)

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (f)
Division 2.
Section (g)

Professional Services
Alternative Financial
Institution
Professional and
Trade Office
Research Services
Studio

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (h)

P

Medical Facilities
Clinic
Hospital

P
P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (i)

***Sec. 109-026 Table 026.1 Use table amendment to provide updated Use Specific Standards subsection labels for Commercial Uses
CODIFICATION NOTE: Changes proposed only include the sub-lettering in the Use Specific Standards column.
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Recreational Entertainment and Amusement
Campground
Indoor Entertainment
and Amusement
Venue
Outdoor
Entertainment and
Amusement Venue
Sport Shooting
Range

P

P

P
P

C

P

C

P

P

P

C

C

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (j)

P
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (k)
P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (l)

Animal Services
Animal Boarding

P

Commercial Stables

P

Veterinary Services

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (m)
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (n)
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (o)

Automotive and Equipment Storage, Sales, and Service
Auto Sales

P

P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (p)
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (q)

Heavy Auto Repair

C

Large Equipment and
Materials Storage
and Sales

P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (r)

P

P

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (s)

C

C

Light Auto Repair

Adult Entertainment
Gaming Facilities
Sexually Oriented
Business

C

Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (t)
Division 2. Sec.
109-029. (u)

***Sec. 109-026 Table 026.1 Use table amendment to provide updated Use Specific Standards subsection labels for Commercial Uses
CODIFICATION NOTE: Changes proposed only include the sub-lettering in the Use Specific Standards column.
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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
101 Town Center | PO Box 5655
Bella Vista, AR 72714
Ph. (479) 855-8285
[email protected]
TO: Planning Commission
FROM: Director of Planning and Development, Taylor Robertson, MPA
DATE: November 9, 2026 Regular Meeting
SUBJECT: Proposed Use-Specific Standards for Short-Term Rentals
Background:
At the July 2026 City Council meeting, a resolution was passed directing staff
and the Planning Commission to hold a public hearing regarding:
1. A new 200’ separation requirement for short-term rentals (STRs) in
residential zones;
2. Grandfathering existing STRs;
3. And exempting short-term rentals that are owner-occupied.
As a result, a public hearing was set for these items on September 14, 2026 at
4:30 PM. The result of that public hearing was to send the proposal back to staff
for further study based on use/form type, public input, and planning best
practices and was to be set for a second public hearing in November based on
the findings. Currently, there are no use-specific standards for short-term rentals.
What currently exists is a 600-permit cap for non-owner occupied STRs, on-street
parking prohibition, and a three person per bedroom max occupancy limit
within the municipal licensing ordinance (Article III of Chapter 16) as well as a
few occupational requirements. Please note, there is already a nonconformity
article in our zoning ordinance (Article VI of Chapter 109). This protects preordinance, lawful established uses so long as they do not cease use for 6 months
(abandon use) OR enlarge/expand the legal-nonconforming use.
The American Planning Association published zoning practice
recommendations on this subject matter in August of 2026. In the conclusion of
this publication, APA has provided, “The goal is not to eliminate transient
lodging, but to ensure it does not overwhelm the permanent residents and
businesses that give neighborhoods their identity.” Topics explored throughout
include preserving long-term residents and maintaining the community
character through block-level caps, typologies, occupancy limits, guest room
limits, distance requirements, etc. while allowing economic opportunities for
transient lodging.
After review of the American Planning Association’s recommendation, other
ordinances, over 800 public comments, and two additional working sessions with
the planning commission, staff is proposing use-specific standards based on usetype that include distance minimums and guest room maximums. Note: this

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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT
101 Town Center | PO Box 5655
Bella Vista, AR 72714
Ph. (479) 855-8285
[email protected]
proposal does NOT discuss changes to requirements for Chapter 16. That
includes occupants allowed per bedroom, the 600-permit cap, permit or
application requirements, or associated permit fees. Those requirements are not
under the Planning Commission’s review scope at this time.
Per current ordinance, the following applicable land uses are defined as:
• Single-Family Dwelling: A detached residence primarily designed for or
occupied by one household only.
• Two-Family Dwelling: A detached residence in which one dwelling unit is
located on a single lot and is attached by a common vertical wall to only
one other adjacent dwelling unit on the same lot
• Triplex: A detached residence containing three dwelling units, designed
for occupancy by not more than three households living independently of
each other.
• Townhome: Three or more attached residences, each occupied by one
household and separated by vertical side walls extending from
foundation through roof without openings. Each townhouse unit must
have at least two exposed exterior walls.
• Multi-Family Dwelling: A residence designed for or occupied by four or
more households with separate housekeeping and cooking facilities for
each.
Additional Supporting Documents are Attached Herein:
• Executive Summary of Survey
• Public Comments Received: linked here
• Supporting STR Data
• Current Zoning Map: linked here
• Nonconformities (grandfather clause)
Recommendation: Staff recommends approval of this proposal.
Public Notice & Comment: Staff has received 829 total comments and/or
responses. Those comments are linked above. Staff published a legal ad in the
Weekly Vista on Wednesday, October 21, 2026 and a letter was sent to all three
school boards on Friday, October 26, 2026. Additional noticing was also
provided on the city’s website and social media.

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Public Input Survey Final Report
Survey Snapshot
Total responses:

821

Total respondents that are BV STR Owners:

29%

Total in support of separation for single-family:

61%

Total in support of separation for townhouses:

57%

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Final Survey Executive Summary
The survey received 821 responses regarding potential short-term rental (STR) separation standards in
Bella Vista from 9/22/26 through 11/5/26. Respondents included 586 non-STR owners (71%) and 235
STR owners (29%). In addition, 582 respondents (71%) provided written comments—two were left
blank.
Key Findings
Single-Family Subdivision Preferences
• The two dominant preferences were:
• No separation requirement:
319 responses (38.9%)
• 500-foot separation:
273 responses (33.3%)
• Smaller but meaningful groups supported:
• 400 feet: 65 (7.9%)
• 300 feet: 40 (4.9%)
• 200 feet: 28 (3.4%)
• Total in support of separation/density of some degree:
500 responses (61%)
Responses demonstrate a divide between those favoring property-use flexibility and those seeking a
meaningful spacing standard to preserve neighborhood character.
Out of the 821 responses for this question, 96 responded “other.” Those 96 responses were
categorized even further than the chart on page 1 below.
Response Category (broken down by most common answers)
No separation requirements for single-family
500 feet
400 feet
300 feet
200 feet
1000 feet
1 mile
¼ mile
Should not be allowed
½ mile
1500 feet
2000 feet
5000 feet
Other (percentage, designated zones, street/block/subdivision caps, etc.)
Total
**Numbers highlighted in blue indicate a preference of separation of some degree
Townhouse Subdivision Preferences
• The most common responses were:
• No separation requirement:
• One STR unit per structure maximum:
• 150-foot separation:
• Total in support of separation of some degree:

Count
319
273
65
40
28
16
4
2
2
2
2
2
2
64
821

330 responses (40.2%)
253 responses (30.8%)
121 responses (14.7%)
468 responses (57%)

The preference for a one-unit-per-structure rule reflects particular concern about shared walls, close
proximity, parking constraints, and the potential for multiple STR units in a single townhouse building.

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Out of the 821 responses to this question, 58 answered “other.” Those 58 responses have been
categorized even further than the chart graphic on page 1 in the table below.
Response Category (broken down by most common answers)
No separation requirements for townhouses
One unit per structure
150 feet
100 feet
50 feet
500 feet
200 feet to 500 feet
2,000 feet
No rentals/should not be allowed
One rental per street, block, neighborhood, subdivision, complex
Other distance (300’, 1000’, 2000’, 2500’, 5000’, 1 mile
Limits based on unit, structure, percentage, or designated zone
No requirements (or other similar wording)
Unrelated answers to the question
Total
**Numbers highlighted in blue indicate a preference of separation of some degree

Count
330
253
121
42
17
5
2
2
11
10
7
9
6
6
821

Differences by STR Ownership Status
Survey results differ substantially between STR owners and non-owners.
•
•

STR Owners
o Single-Family: Predominantly no separation requirement—207 of 235 respondents
o Townhomes: Predominantly no separation requirement—205 of 235 respondents
Non-STR Owners
o Single-Family: Predominantly 500-foot separation—269 of 586 respondents
o Townhomes: Predominantly one unit per structure—240 of 586 respondents

Major Themes in Additional Comments
Planning Staff asked if the participants wanted to provide the Planning Commission with any other
additional thoughts regarding STRs. Out of the 821 participants, 582 respondents provided written
feedback. Two of which left blank comments leaving 580 written comments total. That written
feedback reflects broad concern about operational impacts of STRs, even among respondents who
did not support distance requirements. The comments also reflect a divided public response. A
substantial number of respondents want the City to reduce, tightly limit, or prohibit STRs, particularly in
established residential neighborhoods. Other respondents support STRs and urge the City to preserve
property-owner flexibility, rely on existing rules, and focus enforcement on individual problem
properties rather than imposing broad new restrictions. Many comments—regardless of overall
position—support clearer operational standards for issues such as parking, noise, trash, occupancy,
and accountable local contacts…Most of which is already addressed through existing ordinances.
The major themes can be summarized as follows:
•

•

Neighborhood character and residential stability: Many comments expressed concern that
concentrated STRs may alter the character of residential neighborhoods and reduce the
number of homes available to full-time residents.
Caps and density/concentration controls: Respondents frequently asked for limits based on
streets, subdivisions, permit totals, or percentages of housing units, rather than—or in addition
to—fixed separation distances.

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•

•

•
•

•

Enforcement and accountability: Comments commonly requested effective licensing,
complaint response, penalties for repeat violations, and a local or readily available responsible
contact. Note: this is outside of Planning Commissions scope at present
Parking, traffic, noise, and trash: These were recurring operational concerns, especially on
narrower streets and in townhouse areas. Note: this is outside of Planning Commissions scope
at present
Housing availability and affordability: Some respondents linked STR growth to reduced
opportunities for local residents to purchase or rent housing.
Property rights and fair treatment: STR owners and some non-owners cautioned against
blanket restrictions, favoring enforcement against specific nuisance or noncompliant
properties instead.
Townhouse-specific protections: Several respondents emphasized that shared walls, limited
parking, and higher unit density justify more stringent standards for townhouses than for
detached single-family homes.

Summary of Considerations from Responses
1. A 500-foot standard is the leading single-family separation option among non-STR owners,
while no separation is the leading response overall due to strong support from STR owners. Out
of the 500 responses who chose some type of separation, 273 choose 500 feet.
2. A one-unit-per-structure limitation is the strongest townhouse-specific control, supported by
nearly one-third of all survey participants and a clear plurality of non-STR owners.
3. Different housing forms may warrant different standards. The feedback supports considering
distinct regulations for detached single-family homes and townhouses rather than applying a
single uniform separation rule.
4. Any adopted framework should be administratively clear and enforceable. Respondents
repeatedly emphasized that rules will be effective only if complaint procedures, monitoring,
and consequences for violations are practical and consistently applied.
Overall Takeaway
The survey does not show a single consensus approach, but it does show strong support for managing
STR concentration—particularly in townhouse settings and among residents who do not own STRs. A
balanced policy approach could combine targeted density controls with operational standards and
enforceable nuisance protections, while preserving reasonable opportunities for compliant property
owners. Staff will note, nuisance ordinances such as noise, parking, trash, etc. already exist outside of
the Planning Commission’s development code. Amendments to those are not being proposed at this
time nor are they reviewed by the Commission.

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Supporting Short-Term Rental Data

As of 11/6/26:
•

•
•
•

•
•

572 Currently Advertised (all numbers fluctuate consistently)
o Compared to 475 on 11-4-2024 = 20.4% increase in 2 years
o TOTAL permits Issued: 648 (76 more than currently listed)
o Non-owner occupied cap of 600 reached
▪ 312 are owned by someone over 50 miles away (52%).
▪ Approx. 211 are owned by those with a Bella Vista owner address
(35%).
o Waitlist: 38
o REMINDER: PERMITS ARE ONLY REQUIRED FOR THOSE WITHIN A RESIDENTIAL
ZONE AND NOT A TIMESHARE.
6 New Units listed in the last 30 Days.
97% are entire house listings
Lake Approx. Counts
o Lomond: 27
o Avalon: 15
o Windsor: 24
o Ann: 14
o Rayburn: 8
o Brittany: 5
Average minimum stay length: 1-7 days
Average compliance rate: 95%+/-

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ORDINANCE NO. ______
CITY OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS
AMENDING SECTION 109-029 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF
THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA (ZONING ORDINANCE) TO PROVIDE
FOR DENSITY AND USE-SPECIFIC REGULATIONS OF SHORT-TERM
RENTALS, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES
WHEREAS, the City of Bella Vista is authorized under the laws of the State of Arkansas
to regulate the use and development of property within its municipal boundaries through the
adoption and enforcement of zoning ordinances; and
WHEREAS, Ark. Code Ann. § 14-56-416(a)(3)(A) expressly authorizes municipalities to
adopt zoning regulations governing, among other things, the density and distribution of population
and the uses of land, buildings, and structures; and
WHEREAS, Ark. Code Ann. § 14-56-416(a)(3)(C) further authorizes zoning ordinances
to establish regulations and address such other matters as are necessary to promote the health,
safety, and general welfare of the municipality; and
WHEREAS, Ark. Code Ann. § 14-55-102 recognizes the authority of municipal
corporations to adopt ordinances necessary to provide for the safety, preserve the health, promote
the prosperity, and improve the order, comfort, and convenience of the municipality and its
inhabitants; and
WHEREAS, Ark. Code Ann. § 14-56-205(d) expressly recognizes that the provisions of
that section do not prohibit a municipality from regulating short-term rentals; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, by Resolution No. R2026-46, previously directed the Bella
Vista Planning Commission to consider the proposed amendments to the Bella Vista Zoning
Ordinance and to conduct a public hearing concerning the proposed amendments in accordance
with applicable Arkansas law; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said resolution and the requirements of applicable Arkansas law,
the Bella Vista Planning Commission conducted a duly advertised public hearing on the proposed
amendments to the Bella Vista Zoning Ordinance, at which interested persons were afforded an
opportunity to be heard and to present comments concerning the proposed amendments; and
WHEREAS, following the public hearing, the Planning Commission considered the
proposed amendments and formally voted to recommend approval of the proposed amendments
to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that short-term rentals constitute a distinct use
of residential property, involving the periodic occupancy of dwelling units by transient guests
rather than the continuous occupancy typically associated with residential uses, and that the nature,
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intensity, and concentration of such use may have differing effects upon surrounding properties
and residential neighborhoods; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes that the regulation of land-use density and the
concentration of particular uses are legitimate and established components of municipal zoning
authority, and that such regulations may appropriately account for differences in the type,
character, and intensity of land uses and the surrounding built environment; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that reasonable regulation of the number, size,
location, and concentration of short-term rentals is appropriate to protect and preserve the
residential character and compatibility of neighborhoods, promote the health, safety, and general
welfare of residents and property owners, and address the potential effects of concentrated
transient occupancy upon surrounding properties and neighborhood conditions; and
WHEREAS, the City Council further finds that the appropriate regulation of short-term
rentals may reasonably distinguish among different residential dwelling types, including singlefamily, two-family, triplex, townhome, and multifamily dwellings, based upon their respective
characteristics, occupancy patterns, and potential effects upon surrounding properties; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that establishing reasonable limitations concerning the
number of bedrooms offered for short-term rental, the proximity of short-term rental properties to
one another, and the proportion of dwelling units within multifamily structures that may be used
as short-term rentals constitutes an appropriate exercise of the City's zoning and land-use
regulatory authority; and
WHEREAS, the City Council intends through this amendment to establish reasonable
land-use standards governing the density and concentration of short-term rental activity while
continuing to recognize and permit short-term rentals as an allowable use subject to the City's
zoning regulations, including an exemption for qualifying owner-occupied short-term rentals; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that adoption of the proposed amendments to the Bella
Vista Zoning Ordinance is consistent with the City's authority and responsibility to regulate land
uses in a manner that promotes the orderly development of the City and protects the health, safety,
and general welfare of its residents and property owners.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: Section 109-029 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Bella Vista is
hereby amended to adopt a new subsection (g) thereof, shall read as follows:
“(g)

Short-Term Rentals
1)
Single-Family Dwelling
a.
No Short-Term Rental within a Single-Family Residential Dwelling
or Structure, including Manufactured and Modular Homes, shall offer to rent more
than five (5) bedrooms, as defined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code.
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b.
No Short-Term Rental within a Single-Family Residential Structure,
including Manufactured and Modular Homes, shall be located within 500 feet to
any other permitted short-term rental. Measurement shall be made from the nearest
lot line of the application’s subject lot to the nearest lot line of the existing shortterm rental property.
2)
Two-Family Dwelling
a.
No Short-Term Rental within Two-Family Residential Dwellings or
Structures shall offer to rent more than two (2) bedrooms, as defined by the
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code.
b.
Only one dwelling unit within a Two-Family Residential Dwelling
or Structure shall be permitted as a Short-Term Rental.
c.
No Short-Term Rental within a Two-Family Residential Structure,
including Manufactured and Modular Homes, shall be located within 150 feet to
any other permitted short-term rental. Measurement shall be made from the nearest
lot line of the application’s subject lot to the nearest lot line of the existing shortterm rental property.
3)
Triplex
a.
No Short-Term Rental within a Triplex shall offer to rent more than
two (2) bedrooms, as defined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code
b.
Only one dwelling unit within a Triplex shall be permitted as a
Short-Term Rental.
c.
No Short-Term Rental within a Triplex Residential Structure,
including Manufactured and Modular Homes, shall be located within 150 feet to
any other permitted short-term rental. Measurement shall be made from the nearest
lot line of the application’s subject lot to the nearest lot line of the existing shortterm rental property.
4)
Townhome
a.
No Short-Term Rental within a Townhome shall offer to rent more
than two (2) bedrooms, as defined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code
b.
Only one dwelling unit within a Townhome shall be permitted as a
Short-Term Rental.
c.
No Short-Term Rental within a Townhome Residential Structure,
including Manufactured and Modular Homes, shall be located within 150 feet to
any other permitted short-term. Measurement shall be made from the nearest lot
line of the application’s subject lot to the nearest lot line of the existing short-term
rental property.
5)
Multi-Family Dwelling
a.
No Short-Term Rental within a Multi-Family Dwelling shall offer
to rent more than two (2) bedrooms, as defined by the Arkansas Fire Prevention
Code
b.
No more than 25% of the total units within a Multi-Family Dwelling
or Structure shall be permitted as a Short-Term Rental.
6)
Exemptions. Short-Term rentals that are owner-occupied, or where the
owner occupies the unit during the same timeframe that the unit is rented to guests,
are exempt from the requirements provided in this subsection (g).”

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SECTION 2: Section 109-029 of the Code of Ordinances of the City of Bella Vista is
hereby further amended so that subsections (g) through (t) as they existed prior to the adoption of
this Ordinance are redesignated and relettered as (h) through (u), respectively.
SECTION 3: Table 026.1: Use Table of Chapter 109 is hereby amended to include
modifications as shown in the attached Exhibit “A” which are incorporated into this Ordinance as
if set out word-for-word herein.
ADOPTED THIS ________ DAY OF __________________________, 2026.
APPROVED:
____________________________________
JOHN D. FLYNN
MAYOR
ATTEST:
_____________________________________
WANDA KRUG
CITY CLERK

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MEETING DATE PREPARED BY

LEGISLATIVE TITLE

November 16, Steve Sims,
2026
Fire Chief

RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY BUDGET IN THE
AMOUNT OF $14,200.00 TO REALLOCATE UNSPENT
CAPITAL FUNDS (MISC. EQUIP >$5,000.00 (FD 26-05)) TO
FIRE TRUCK AND AMBULANCE REPAIRS

AGENDA ITEM # IV.D
RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,200.00 TO
REALLOCATE UNSPENT CAPITAL FUNDS (MISC. EQUIP >$5,000.00 (FD 26-05)) TO FIRE
TRUCK AND AMBULANCE REPAIRS
BACKGROUND
The FD vehicle in need of repairs is Engine 1, 2003 Kenworth Pumper, which is used as a
reserve fire truck and housed at the Fire Training Center where it is also used in daily training.
During our annual pump test, this apparatus was found to need a complete the Waterous shift
fork update in the gear box due to a broken shift shoe, with partial parts remaining in the gear
box. Lack of this repair leaves the apparatus completely out of service in delivering water at a
fire scene. In addition to the above repairs, it also requires pump repacking and tank fill line
replacement.
RECOMMENDATION
The Bella Vista Fire Department recommends City Council authorize the reallocation
os $14,200.00 in unspent Capital funds to repair Engine 1 (FD-26-01)
FISCAL IMPACT
Reallocating $14,000.00 from the remaining balance of $16,893.06 in the Capital
account Misc. Equip > $5,000.00 (FD 26-05)
ATTACHMENTS
1.
2.
3.

Engine 1 Repair Estimates
Budget Amendment Form-FD
Resolution Budget Amend Capital to Fire repair

www.bellavistaar.gov

City of Bella Vista, Arkansas
City Hall
W Town Center P.O.Box Bella Vista, AR 72714

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RESOLUTION NO. __________
CITY OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS
AMENDING THE 2026 CITY BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $14,200.00
TO REALLOCATE UNSPENT CAPITAL FUNDS (MISC. EQUIP
>$5,000.00 (FD 26-05)) TO FIRE TRUCK AND AMBULANCE REPAIRS
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: The 2026 City Budget is hereby amended in the amount of $14,200.00 to
reallocate unspent capital funds (Misc. Equip > $5,000.00 (FD 26-05)) to fire truck and ambulance
repairs as reflected in the attached exhibit, which is incorporated herein as if set out word for word.
ADOPTED this ______ day of ____________________, 2026.
APPROVED:

____________________________________
Mayor John D. Flynn
Attest:

_______________________________
City Clerk Wanda Krug

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MEETING DATE

PREPARED BY

LEGISLATIVE TITLE

November 16,
2026

Wanda Krug,
City Clerk

RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY COUNCIL
MEETING SCHEDULE TO MOVE THE BUDGET WORK
SESSION FROM TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST TO
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2ND

AGENDA ITEM # IV.E
RESOLUTION: AMENDING THE 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE TO MOVE THE
BUDGET WORK SESSION FROM TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1ST TO WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER
2ND
BACKGROUND
RECOMMENDATION
FISCAL IMPACT
ATTACHMENTS
1.
2.

Resolution Move Budget Work Sess
CC Meeting Schedule 2026_v2

www.bellavistaar.gov

City of Bella Vista, Arkansas
City Hall
W Town Center P.O.Box Bella Vista, AR 72714

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RESOLUTION NO. __________
CITY OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS
AMENDING THE 2026 CITY COUNCIL MEETING SCHEDULE TO
MOVE THE BUDGET WORK SESSION FROM TUESDAY, DECEMBER
1ST TO WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2ND
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELLA VISTA,
ARKANSAS:
SECTION 1: The 2026 City Council meeting schedule is amended to move the Budget
Work Session from Tuesday, December 1st to Wednesday, December 2nd. The time shall remain
the same.
ADOPTED this ______ day of ____________________, 2026.
APPROVED:

____________________________________
Mayor John D. Flynn
Attest:

_______________________________
City Clerk Wanda Krug

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Wanda Lepillez Krug, City Clerk
101 Town Center
Bella Vista, AR 72714
479-876-1255

The following dates for work sessions and regular meetings of the City Council
are set for the 2026 calendar year. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. and are held at
Bella Vista District Court, 2483 Forest Hills Blvd., unless otherwise posted prior
to each meeting.

January

Tuesday, Jan. 20 (for MLK Day)

Monday, Jan. 26

February

Tuesday, Feb. 17 (for Presidents’ Day)

Monday, Feb. 23

March

Monday, March 16

Monday, March 23

April

Monday, April 20

Monday, April 27

May

Monday, May 18

Tuesday, May 26 (for Memorial Day)

June

Monday, June 15

Monday, June 22

July

Monday, July 20

Monday, July 27

August

Monday, Aug. 17

Monday, Aug. 24

September

Monday, Sept. 21

Monday, Sept. 28

October

Monday, Oct. 19

Monday, Oct. 26

November

Monday, Nov. 16

Monday, Nov. 23

December

Tuesday, Dec. 1 (budget work session)

------------------------------------

December

Monday, Dec. 14 (for Christmas)

Monday, Dec. 21

City Council work sessions and regular meetings and Planning Commission
regular meetings will be streamed live and archived at
https://bit.ly/bvmeetingslive.

Adopted on 11/24/2025 by Resolution.

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RESOLUTION NO. R2026- 62
CITY OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS
REQUESTING

A

ADVERTISING

AND

LEGISLATIVE

AUDIT,

TIMELY

FORENSIC

AUDIT

PROMOTION
OR,

EXAMINATION,

IF

IT

BY

OF

THE

COMMISSION
WOULD
AN

BELLA

BY

RESULT

VISTA

ARKANSAS
IN

INDEPENDENT

A MORE
AUDITOR

RETAINED BY THE COMMISSION

WHEREAS, the Bella Vista Advertising and Promotion Commission ( the " Commission")
is responsible for administering public revenues and expenditures in furtherance of purposes
authorized by Arkansas law; and
WHEREAS, transparency, accountability, and sound financial management are essential to
the proper administration and expenditure of public funds; and
WHEREAS, questions have been raised concerning the Commission' s financial affairs,
and transactions,
and the City Council believes that a timely, independent, and
appropriately focused examination is in the public interest; and
records,

WHEREAS, the City Council desires a forensic audit designed not only to examine the

Commission' s financial records and internal controls, but also to identify and document any
evidence

of fraud,

misappropriation,

conflicts

of interest,

unlawful

expenditures,

or other

potential wrongdoing, and to support referral of substantiated findings to the appropriate
enforcement or oversight authorities; and

WHEREAS, the City Council first requests that Arkansas Legislative Audit conduct such
an examination to the extent authorized by law and, if Legislative Audit advises that it cannot
undertake the examination within a reasonably prompt timeframe, or that an independent audit
would be completed materially sooner, the City Council desires that the Commission promptly

retain a qualified, independent forensic auditor to conduct the examination, subject to applicable
law and the Commission' s lawful authority; and
WHEREAS,

Arkansas

Code

Annotated §

10- 4- 403 addresses the authority

of the

Legislative Auditor to audit an entity of the state, a political subdivision of the state, or a
transaction relating to public funds, subject to applicable statutory requirements; and
WHEREAS, the City Council intends that the examination begin as soon as reasonably
and proceed without
unnecessary
delay, while respecting the respective legal
authority and responsibilities of the City, the Commission, Arkansas Legislative Audit, and any

practicable

independent auditor;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF BELLA VISTA, ARKANSAS:
SECTION

1: REQUEST

FOR FORENSIC

AUDIT BY ARKANSAS

LEGISLATIVE

AUDIT. The City Council hereby formally requests that Arkansas Legislative Audit conduct, as
soon as reasonably practicable and to the extent authorized by law, a forensic audit of the
financial records, accounts, transactions, and financial activities of the Commission for such

fiscal years or other periods as Legislative Audit determines appropriate. The City Clerk shall
promptly transmit this Resolution and request that Legislative Audit advise the City and
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Commission

whether it can undertake the examination and, if so, the earliest reasonably

practicable timeframe for commencing and completing it.
SECTION

2:

ALTERNATIVE

If Arkansas

TIMELY.

Legislative

INDEPENDENT

Audit advises

FORENSIC

AUDIT

that it cannot commence

IF

MORE

the examination

within a reasonably prompt timeframe, declines or is unable to undertake it, or an independent

forensic audit could materially advance the timing of the examination, the City Council requests
that the Commission, consistent with applicable law and its lawful authority, promptly retain a
qualified and independent forensic auditor to conduct the examination. The Commission is

requested to take the steps necessary to make that determination promptly and, if the alternative
audit is pursued, to avoid unnecessary delay in selecting the auditor and commencing the work.
This alternative is intended to secure a timely examination and does not preclude referral of
relevant information

SECTION

to Legislative

3:

PURPOSE

Audit or other appropriate

AND

SCOPE

OF

authorities.

EXAMINATION.

The purpose of the
identify,
and document potential financial irregularities or
wrongdoing and determine whether the available evidence supports further action or referral to
an appropriate enforcement, investigative, or oversight authority. To the extent within the
forensic

audit

is

auditor' s

lawful authority

revenues,

receipts,

to

examine,

and appropriate

expenditures,

ledgers,

to the engagement,

the examination

should include: ( a)

disbursements, bank accounts, and reconciliations; (

b) financial

and supporting documentation; ( c) contracts, procurement,

journal
invoices, payments to vendors and other recipients, reimbursements, credit- card transactions, and
other
disbursements; ( d) compliance with laws, restrictions, and requirements governing the
statements,

receipt,

custody,

entries,

and use of Commission funds; ( e) potential fraud, misappropriation, conflicts of

interest, self- dealing, unauthorized or unsupported payments, false or misleading records, and
potential violations of law or duty; ( 0 internal financial controls and any circumstances that

other

may have permitted or concealed irregularities; and ( g) any related matters the auditor considers
appropriate. The auditor should identify the transactions and evidence supporting each material
finding and, where reasonably determinable, quantify any loss, questioned expenditure, or other
financial impact.

SECTION
The

City

4: INDEPENDENCE,

Council

requests

that

the

COOPERATION,
Commission

and

its

AND ACCESS
officers,

TO RECORDS.

employees,

agents,

and

representatives cooperate fully with Legislative Audit or any independent auditor retained for the
examination, retain financial records prior to and during the forensic audit, and provide timely
access

to

records,

documents,

accounts,

and

other

information

lawfully

requested.

Any

independent auditor should possess appropriate forensic- auditing experience, be independent of
the Commission

and the matters examined, and be engaged under written terms defining the

scope, access to records, reporting obligations, and preservation of relevant evidence. Nothing in
this Resolution

expands or restricts the statutory

authority

of Legislative

Audit, compels

disclosure of information protected by law, or alters the respective legal responsibilities of the
City and the Commission.
SECTION

5:

REPORTING

AND

REFERRAL

OF

FINDINGS.

The City Council

requests a copy of any audit engagement letter and a written report describing the scope and
methods of the examination, material findings and supporting evidence, any quantified financial
impact, relevant internal- control deficiencies, and recommendations for corrective action. The
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report and supporting information should be provided to the appropriate recipients and made
available to the City Council and the public to the extent permitted or required by law. If the

auditor identifies evidence that reasonably indicates potential fraud, misappropriation, or other
unlawful conduct, the City Council requests that the auditor promptly identify the matter to the
legally

appropriate

authority

or

authorities,

with

consistent

applicable

law,

the

auditor'

s

professional obligations, and any lawful reporting protocol established for the engagement.
Nothing in this Resolution prevents the City or Commission from making an appropriate referral
independently.
SECTION 6: PROMPT ACTION AND TRANSMISSION.

The City Clerk is directed
to transmit this Resolution promptly to the Legislative Auditor of Arkansas Legislative Audit.

The City Council further requests that the Commission promptly consider and take any action
within its lawful authority necessary to facilitate the alternative independent forensic audit
described

in

Section

2

if

Legislative

Audit

cannot

provide

a

timely

examination.

The

Commission is requested to communicate promptly with the City regarding the availability and

anticipated timing of either path, consistent with applicable law.
SECTION

7:

NO PREDETERMINATION

OF

WRONGDOING.

This Resolution is

adopted to promote transparency, accountability, and the proper administration of public funds.
It does not constitute a finding that the Commission or any member, officer, employee, vendor,
or representative has engaged in unlawful conduct or financial impropriety. Any such conclusion

must be based on the evidence developed through an appropriate process and determined by the
authority legally responsible for making that determination.

ADOPTED

THIS 26TH DAY OF OCTOBER,

2026.

APPROVED:

GLE R''%,
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b7 (-?a

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r John D. Flynn

CO 1

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Attest:

d
City Clerk Wanda Krug

Requested by Council Member Travis Harp

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Wanda Lepillez Krug, City Clerk
101 Town Center
Bella Vista, AR 72714
479-876-1255

The following dates for work sessions and regular meetings of the City
Council are set for the 2027 calendar year. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. and are
held at Bella Vista District Court, 2483 Forest Hills Blvd., unless otherwise
posted prior to each meeting.

January

Tuesday, Jan. 19 (for MLK Day)

Monday, Jan. 25

February

Tuesday, Feb. 16 (for Presidents’ Day)

Monday, Feb. 22

March

Monday, March 15

Monday, March 22

April

Monday, April 19

Monday, April 26

May

Monday, May 17

Monday, May 24

June

Monday, June 21

Monday, June 28

July

Monday, July 19

Monday, July 26

August

Monday, Aug. 16

Monday, Aug. 23

September

Monday, Sept. 20

Monday, Sept. 27

October

Monday, Oct. 18

Monday, Oct. 25

November

Monday, Nov. 8 (for Thanksgiving)

Monday, Nov. 15 (for Thanksgiving)

December

Tuesday, Nov. 30 (budget work session) ------------------------------------

December

Monday, Dec. 6 (for Christmas)

Monday, Dec. 13 (for Christmas)

City Council work sessions and regular meetings and Planning Commission
regular meetings will be streamed live and archived at
https://bit.ly/bvmeetingslive.

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CITY OF BELLA VISTA
2027 Budget
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City of Bella Vista

2027 Budget
Budget Summary

Total General Fund Revenues

2026

2027

Change in

Change as

Budget

Requested
Budget

Requested
Budget

% from Prior
Year

25,446,499

27,407,950

1,961,451

8%

Transfer to Street Fund

1,225,000

1,408,000

183,000

15%

Total Operating Expenditures

24,066,769

25,876,948

1,810,179

8%

Net Operating Revenue

154,730

123,002

Total Street Fund Revenues

3,280,000

3,400,000

120,000

4%

Transfer from General Fund

1,225,000

1,408,000

183,000

15%

Total Street Operating Expenditures

4,504,142

4,807,655

303,513

7%

Net Operating Revenue

858

345

Funds from Reserve

NOTE: Road surfacing cost moved to Capital Expenditures starting in 2024.

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City of Bella Vista
2027 Budget

Revenue Highlights
The City's largest revenue source is Sales Tax revenues. The new budget year estimate is $15.5 million, 50.3% of total
revenues:
$
5.20 million for City Sales Tax
$ 10.30 million for County Sales Tax
5.8% increase over prior year
Property Taxes are the second largest revenue source at $5.4 million, 17.5% of total revenues.
16.3% increase over prior year
State and County turnback revenues are the third largest source of revenue at $3.4 million and together
comprise approximately 11.0% of total revenues.
State turnback is expected to be flat
The expected increase in the County turnback is approximately equal to property tax revenue.

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City of Bella Vista
2027 Budget

Revenue Highlights, Continued
Franchise fees comprise 5% of the City's total revenue. The next year's budget is estimated at $2.4 million.
Telephone and cable franchise tax revenues continue to decrease.
The decline is offset by the increase in electric and residential sewer growth.
We expect to see a slight 5% increase in the next year.
The increase in Building Inspection Fees is a 6.6% increase over prior year budget.
Building permits are expected to be flat.

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City of Bella Vista

Budget - General Fund Revenue Summary

Revenue Source
General Fund
Ambulance Service Revenue

Budget
2026
1,400,000

Requested Budget
2027

Increase (Decrease)
in Requested Budget % increase from Prior
over Prior Year
Year Budget

1,500,000

100,000
450,000

% of Total
Revenues

6.7%

4.9%

City Sales Tax

4,750,000

5,200,000

County Sales Tax

9,900,000

10,300,000

400,000

Total Sales Tax

14,650,000

15,500,000

5.8%

50.3%

Total Franchise Fees

2,305,000

2,420,000

850,000
115,000

5.0%

7.9%

Total Building Inspection Fees

1,197,499

1,277,000

79,501

6.6%

4.1%

Total Planning Permits & Fees

27,000

51,950

24,950

92.4%

0.2%

Interest Income

240,000

240,000

-

0.0%

0.8%

Total Miscellaneous Income

58,000

58,000

-

0.0%

0.2%

Total Property Tax Revenues

4,644,000

5,400,000

756,000

16.3%

17.5%

Solid Waste Pick Up Fee

294,000

325,000

31,000

10.5%

1.1%

State Turnback - General

436,000

436,000

-

0.0%

1.4%

195,000
25,446,499

200,000
27,407,950

5,000
1,961,451

2.6%
7.7%

0.6%
95.52%

Fines - Traffic
TOTAL UNRESTRICTED GENERAL FUND REVENUES

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City of Bella Vista

Budget - Street Fund Revenue Summary

STREET FUND
State Turnback - Streets
County Turnback - Streets
TOTAL STREETS Restricted Revenue

2026
2,500,000
780,000
3,280,000

Total City Revenue

28,726,499

Increase (Decrease)
in Requested Budget % increase from Prior
over Prior Year
Year Budget
2027
0.0%
2,500,000
120,000
15.4%
900,000
3,400,000
4%
120,000

30,807,950

2,081,451

7.2%

% of Total
Revenues
8.1%
2.9%
11.0%

100.00%

Note: Street fund revenue does not include transfer from GF.

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City of Bella Vista
2027 Budget

Expenditures - Highlights
New for Current Year
2026 Sales Tax Bond Funded
Franchise Fee Bond for Fire Station #1 refinanced
2020 Sales Tax Bond refinance
Increasing for Current Year
Medical Premiums estimated at 12% and will be updated after open enrollment and new
employee decisions
A premium allocation has been made to each department for the Samaritan Fund, a
medical insurance benefit that helps reduce our overall healthcare costs.

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City of Bella Vista

Expenditures Summary

Expenditures
Admin
HR
IT
Legal
Planning & Development
Court

2026

2027

Budget

Requested
Budget

Change in
Change as
Requested
% from
Budget over Prior Prior Year
Year
Budget

1,115,772
487,944

1,139,692
502,887

23,920
14,943

2%
3%

1,055,431

1,162,164

106,733

10%

264,668

275,212

10,544

4%

1,513,046

1,642,059

129,013

9%

228,876

248,618

19,742

9%

Police Department

8,191,792

8,930,969

739,177

9%

Fire Department

10,197,034

10,890,263

693,229

7%

Library

1,012,206

1,085,086

72,879

7%

Total Operating Expenditures

24,066,769

25,876,948

1,810,179

8%

Transfer to Street Department
Total Expenditures

1,225,000
25,291,769

1,408,000
27,284,948

183,000
1,993,179

15%
8%

Debt Service (see Note)

Note: Debt Service is in Capital Expenditures for Firetruck. Franchise Fee Bond removed from Operating.
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City of Bella Vista
City of Bella Vista Approved Headcount
2026 2027
TOTAL CITY HEADCOUNT

Full-time

219

225

Part-time

9

9

TOTAL

228

234

Full-time

4

4

Part-time

0

0

Total

4

4

Department
10 - Administration

11 - Human Resources
Includes Mayor's Assistant

12 - Legal

13 - Information Technology

15 - Planning & Development

16 - Court

Department
Total All Police Departments

20 / 22 - Uniformed Police

Full-time

3

3

Part-time

0

0

Total

3

3

Full-time

2

2

Part-time

0

0

Total

2

2

Full-time

4

4

Part-time

0

1

Total

4

5

Full-time

12

Part-time

1

1

Total

13

13

21 - Police Administration

Total All Fire Departments

30 - Uniformed Fire

31 - Fire Administration

2026 2027
Full-time

69

Part-time

4

3

Total

73

75

Full-time

47

48

Part-time

1

1

Total

48

49

Full-time

22

24

Part-time

3

2

Total

25

26

Full-time

85

88

Part-time

1

1

Total

86

89

Full-time

72

75

Part-time

0

0

Total

72

75

Full-time

12

12

Part-time

1

1

Total

13

13

Full-time

28

28

Part-time

0

0

Total

28

28
9

72

12
50 - Street

60-Library

Full-time

3

3

Full-time

9

Part-time

0

0

Part-time

3

3

Total

3

3

Total

12

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Benefits 2027
Budget

10 Administra 11 - Human
tion Dept Resources 12 - Legal

City of Bella Vista

Total full time
employees
Cost / employee

8.2
13 Information
Technology

15 - Planning
and
Development

20 - Police
16 - Court Dept

30 - Fire
Dept

60 Library

50 - Street
Dept

Total

4

3

2

5

12

3

72

88

9

28

234

17,565

20,612

19,872

14,287

12,843

15,402

22,917

#VALUE!

16,195

14,792

20,730

25,400

15,700

22,000

86,700

27,200

720,000

899,900

79,000

227,000

2,116,400

51000

Benefits - Medical
Insurance

13,500
3,375

8,467

7,850

4,400

7,225

9,067

10,000

10,226

8,778

8,107

9,044

51006

Benefits - Samarian
Premium

3,729

2,797

1,864

4,661

13,051

2,797

69,915

82,966

11,186

27,034

220,000

932

932

932

932

1,088

932

971

943

1,243

965

940

51002

Benefits - Employer
HSA Contr

720

0

0

2,136

3,576

0

21,700

43,410

3,600

7,150

82,292

180

0

0

427

298

0

301

493

400

255

352

51003

Benefits - Education
Assistance

0

1,000

0

0

0

0

0

4,500

0

1,500

7,000

0

333

0

0

0

0

0

51

0

54

30

Benefits - Dental
Insurance

1,290

2,150

1,070

1,890

3,480

290

42,800

47,090

3,970

11,780

115,810

323

717

535

378

290

97

594

535

441

421

495

Benefits - Long-term
Disabilitiy

1,500

1,100

600

1,300

2,800

600

16,000

22,400

2,000

6,700

55,000

LTD / FTE

375

367

300

260

233

200

222

255

222

239

235

Benefits - Life
Insurance

420

310

210

450

1,352

320

8,300

8,800

1,000

3,000

24,162

105

103

105

90

113

107

115

100

111

107

103

681,043

1,255,294

1,936,337

14,188

16,737

15,743

MD / FTE
MD / FTE

HSA / FTE

Educ / FTE

51100

Dental / FTE

51200

51210

Life / FTE

51300

51300 - Benefits Retirement (LOPFI)

51400

Benefits - Retirement 457/401

HSA / Uniform

457 / non-Uniform

49,100

29,080

20,300

39,000

56,000

15,000

73,000

40,000

45,000

120,000

486,480

12,275

9,693

10,150

7,800

4,667

5,000

3,042

3,333

5,000

4,286

4,383

0

10,000

24,300

51600

51600 - Benefits Clothing Allow

14,300

51900

51900 - Benefits - Emp
Relations/Rewar

3,000 6+

Total

70,259

61,837

39,744

71,437

166,959

46,207

1,650,059 #VALUE!

3,000
145,756

414,164

4,850,781

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City of Bella Vista

Expenditures Summary
Department Operating Budgets - Excluding Salary and Benefits
2026
2027

Operating Budget

Expenditures
Admin
HR
IT
Legal
Planning & Development
Court
Police Department
Fire Department
Library
Transfer to Street Department
Total Expenditures

464,436
91,050
612,214
16,775
446,245
16,675
1,242,800
969,619
211,729
1,225,000
5,296,544

Operating
Requested
Budget

467,107
93,950
677,366
16,800
484,915
19,375
1,410,050
1,114,334
213,703
1,408,000
5,905,600

Change in

Change as

Requested
Budget over
Prior Year

% from
Prior Year
Budget

2,670
2,900
65,152
25
38,670
2,700
167,250
144,715
1,974
183,000
609,056

1%
3%
11%
0%
9%
16%
13%
15%
1%
15%
11%

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
10 - Administration Dept
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

588,000

602,326

14,326

2%

Benefits Expense

63,336

70,259

6,923

11%

Contracts

143,260

115,900

(27,360)

-19%

Maintenance and Repairs

17,578

17,078

(500)

-3%

Operations Expense

282,299

317,729

35,430

13%

Small Equipment

2,000

1,000

(1,000)

-50%

Supplies Expense

9,400

8,100

(1,300)

-14%

Utilities Expense

9,900

7,300

(2,600)

-26%

Total Admin

1,115,772

1,139,692

23,920

2%

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
11 - Human Resources
2027

Budget 2026

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

310,510

317,802

7,292

2%

Benefits Expense

86,384

91,135

4,751

6%

Contracts

47,000

53,600

6,600

14%

-

-

-

0%

Small Equipment

500

500

-

0%

Supplies Expense

1,740

1,740

-

0%

Operations Expense

41,810

38,110

(3,700)

-9%

Total Human Resources

487,944

502,887

14,943

3%

Maintenance and Repairs

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
12 - Legal
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

212,383

218,667

6,284

3%

Benefits Expense

35,510

39,744

4,234

12%

Operations Expense

16,175

16,200

25

0%

Supplies Expense

600

600

-

0%

Total Legal

264,668

275,212

10,543

4%

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
13 - Information Technology
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

382,089

413,361

31,271

8%

Benefits Expense

61,127

71,437

10,310

17%

Contracts

363,275

415,675

52,400

14%

Maintenance and Repairs

1,500

1,500

-

0%

Small Equipment

11,000

11,000

-

0%

Supplies Expense

5,000

5,000

-

0%

Operations Expense

10,139

10,300

161

2%

Utilities Expense

221,300

233,892

12,592

6%

Total Information Technology
Payroll support - 1 summer intern

1,055,431

1,162,164

106,733

10%

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
15 - Planning and Development
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

940,872

990,185

49,313

5%

Benefits Expense

125,929

166,959

41,030

33%

Contracts

213,150

237,150

24,000

11%

Maintenance and Repairs

47,800

49,300

1,500

3%

Operations Expense

179,795

184,265

4,470

2%

Supplies Expense

5,500

6,500

1,000

18%

Utilities Expense

0

7,700

7,700

0%

Total Pllanning & Development

1,513,046

1,642,059

129,013

9%

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
16 - Court
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

176,841

183,036

6,195

4%

Benefits Expense

35,360

46,207

10,847

31%

Contracts

0

0

-

0%

Maintenance and Repairs

9,700

10,300

600

6%

Operations Expense

1,525

2,925

1,400

92%

Small Equipment

2,150

2,150

-

0%

Supplies Expense

3,300

4,000

700

21%

Utilities Expense

0

0

-

0%

Total Court

228,876

248,618

19,742

9%

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
20 - Police Dept
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

5,418,550

5,821,341

402,791

7%

Benefits Expense

1,530,442

1,699,578

169,136

11%

Contracts

170,200

339,000

168,800

99%

Maintenance and Repairs

108,300

104,500

(3,800)

-4%

Operations Expense

673,600

665,200

(8,400)

-1%

Small Equipment

23,800

29,500

5,700

24%

Supplies Expense

156,900

156,800

(100)

0%

Utilities Expense

110,000

115,050

5,050

5%

Total Police

8,191,792

8,930,969

739,177

9%

Payroll Expense support:
1 additional Officer + 1 new dispatch

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
30 - Fire Dept
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

6,848,000

7,227,051

379,051

6%

Benefits Expense

2,379,415

2,548,877

169,463

7%

Contracts

27,518

77,766

50,248

183%

Maintenance and Repairs

244,553

258,900

14,347

6%

Operations Expense

417,553

470,448

52,895

13%

Small Equipment

55,000

55,000

-

0%

Supplies Expense

148,885

171,610

22,725

15%

Utilities Expense

76,110

80,610

4,500

6%

10,197,034

10,890,263

693,229

7%

Total Fire and Ambulance
Payroll Expense support:
3 additional staff - 3 parametics starting 2nd quarter

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
60 - Library
2027

2026 Budget

Description

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

Payroll Expense

672,300

725,626

53,326

8%

Benefits Expense

128,177

145,756

17,580

14%

Contracts

32,251

33,220

969

3%

Maintenance and Repairs

41,198

40,698

(500)

-1%

Operations Expense

109,600

109,600

-

0%

Supplies Expense

8,850

10,350

1,500

17%

Utilities Expense

19,830

19,835

5

0%

Total Library

1,012,206

1,085,086

72,879

7%

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City of Bella Vista
Budget - Expenditures

Debt Service
Fire Truck - Lease Date 03/2024 [Budgeted in Capital Expenditures]
Fire Truck
Date
282,000
12/31/2027
141,000
12/31/2028

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Budget - Expenditures
Budget Summary
50 - Street Dept
2027

Requested Budget 2027

$$ Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

% Increase
(Decrease) in
Requested Budget
over prior year

3,280,000

3,400,000

120,000.00

4%

Payroll Expense

1,866,519

1,980,948

114,429

6%

Benefits Expense

423,283

457,097

33,814

8%

Contracts

920,040

971,540

51,500

6%

Maintenance and Repairs

284,700

330,700

46,000

16%

Small Equipment

17,000

17,000

-

0%

Supplies Expense

438,800

442,700

3,900

1%

Utilities Expense

38,300

44,500

6,200

16%

Operations Expense

515,500

563,170

47,670

9%

Total Street Department Expenditures

4,504,142

4,807,655

303,513

7%

Net revenue over (under) revenue

(1,224,142)

(1,407,655)

Description
Total Street Department Restricted Revenue

2026 Budget

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City of Bella Vista

Budget - Transfer to Street Department
STREET FUND
Transfer to Street Department
Total Transfer to Street Department

2026 Budget
1,225,000
1,225,000.00

Requested Budget 2027
.

1,408,000
1,408,000

183,000

15%

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