It’s been 18 years since a firefighter fell to his death from an Interstate bridge while working the scene of an accident in Benton, Arkansas. State and local officials worked together to honor Paul Baker, and will dedicate that bridge over the Saline River as the Paul Baker Memorial Bridge. “Paul Baker exemplified bravery, sacrifice, and […]
Bryant Municipal Funding Committee to Meet July 24th
The City of Bryant Municipal Funding Committee will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, July 24th; 6:00 PM, at the Bryant City Hall Conference Room located at 210 SW 3rd Street. Meetings are open to the public and attendance is encouraged. If you can’t attend in person you can also watch a live stream of […]
Benton officials to consider naming bridge after fallen firefighter; Meeting July 15th
Benton City officials will consider naming a bridge after a fallen firefighter. Read the agenda and previous meeting minutes below. The story: Lt. Paul Darrin Baker was a 39-year-old truck driver, husband, father, and volunteer firefighter at Turtle Creek Fire & Rescue. On August 10, 2007, he was on the scene of a wreck on […]
Bryant committee looks at stormwater rates for $95 million needed to mitigate flooding; Meeting May 20
Bryant is looking to find funding for stormwater/drainage issues. The current rates collect $300,000 annually, according to a report by the City. However, Bryant has identified over $95 million of long-term unfunded stormwater capital improvements to address flooding issues. The City currently charges residential customers a flat fee of $3.00 per month for stormwater services; non-residential customers $6.00 […]
Bryant committee forms to find funding for stormwater, street upkeep, pensions for PD & FD; First meeting April 3rd
The City of Bryant is aware of issues. Storms pass through and water needs a space to go. Vehicles roll by and the roads need upkeep. Police and Fire workers serve the people and deserve a secure retirement. These are three big reasons the City gathered capable minds to untangle the tasks. “Our city’s growth […]
Apartments filed federal suit against Benton, Bryant, and Saline County over flooding
By Ethan C. Nobles [email protected] The owners of an apartment complex in Benton have filed suit in federal court against the cities of Benton and Bryant, Saline County and 10 unknown defendants over alleged flooding problems, but tort immunity may disallow some of their claims. READ MORE BELOW Click here to see a copy of […]
Benton Animal Control Committee to meet Monday August 12th
The Benton Animal Control Committee will meet on Monday, August 12th in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. The Benton Municipal Complex is located at 114 S. East Street, Benton, Arkansas. BENTON ANIMAL SERVICES AND ADOPTION CENTER 606 W. Willows * Benton. AR 72015 Office 501-776-5972 August 12, 2024 Immediately Following Commissions Committee Meeting that […]
Benton Animal Control Committee to Meet March 11th for Facility Updates
The City of Benton Animal Control Committee will meet on Monday, March 11th in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. The Benton Municipal Complex is located at 114 S. East Street, Benton, Arkansas. Agenda items will include the approval of the minutes meeting January 8, 2024 and a presentation/update on the new Benton Animal […]
Benton Committee May Condemn 3 Homes, Put Liens on 4; Meeting March 15th
The Benton Community Services and Animal Control Committees will meet on Tuesday, March 15th in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex, immediately following the Parks Committee Meeting, which is at 5 p.m. The Benton Municipal Complex is located at 114 S. East Street, Benton, Arkansas. AGENDA Committee Members: Evelyn Reed, Chair Judd Hart Jeff […]
Benton Committee Meets Dec 14 to Discuss Animal License and more
The Benton Community Services and Animal Control Committees will meet on Tuesday, December 14th at 5:15 p.m. in Council Chambers at the Benton Municipal Complex. The Benton Municipal Complex is located at 114 S. East Street, Benton, Arkansas. AGENDA Committee Members: Evelyn Reed, Chair Judd Hart Jeff Hamm Frank Baptist Robin Freeman Brad Jordan-Staff Terry Parsons-Staff […]