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City Council Meeting Summary: March 24, 2026

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BodyJonesboro, Arkansas
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DateTuesday, March 24, 2026
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0:00

Right.

0:00

Bells are ringing.

0:01

Sounds like it's 5 30.

0:04

So we'll call this meeting to order.

0:06

First order of business would be the roll call.

0:10

If everybody would button toward that's all right.

0:40

Right, we do have five present, so we have a quorum.

0:44

We can begin the rest of the meeting.

0:47

Next order of business would be the approval of a minutes.

0:51

Everybody you should have had the minutes attached to your packet.

0:56

If you would we approve the minutes as presented.

0:59

Do I have do I have a second?

1:04

Second.

1:05

Jim Little.

1:07

All right, we have a motion and a second.

1:10

If everyone would vote by pressing your I or nay button.

1:28

All right, we do have approval 5-0 on the minutes.

1:32

Next item of business is preliminary subdivision approval.

1:37

Poppy Investment LLC and Island Construction Inc.

1:40

is requesting to approve preliminary subdivision of Windsor Landing Phase 9.

1:47

Do we have anyone here to present that information?

1:53

I'm here to answer any questions.

1:59

Mind coming to the podium stating your name and address.

2:06

Maybe just give us a quick summary of uh what you're requesting.

2:11

I'm Darren Williams with McAllister Engineering.

2:14

We're at 4508 Stadium Boulevard here in Jonesboro.

2:19

Uh essentially this is the last phase of that subdivision to my knowledge.

2:25

Um there was some issues with the way it was originally platted, and we have gone back and forth to address what those issues were.

2:37

And as far as I know, we've addressed everything that needs to be addressed.

2:42

And now we're just seeking approval for it.

2:48

Uh yes, sir.

2:49

Um we have reviewed it.

2:51

It does meet all the requirements of the subdivision ordinance, so we would recommend approval of this subdivision.

3:00

I'll make a motion that we approve.

3:04

All right, we have a motion uh for approval.

3:08

Uh do we have a second?

3:10

Jim Little, second.

3:12

So we have a motion and a second.

3:14

If everyone would please vote, uh yes.

3:30

Like we have 5.0.

3:32

Uh we've passed that.

3:34

Um so you have received a favorable approval, and you'll need to get on the get a file.

3:43

No, no, okay.

3:44

No, you just um get with planning engineering to get uh get your plat, everything ready on the plates.

3:51

Okay.

3:54

All right, the the second item on the list um was an item for horizon land surveying.

4:01

Uh they're requesting rezoning of that has been asked to be rescheduled to the next MAPC meeting, which will be April 14th.

4:10

Uh so for that rezoning at 5925 East Johnson Avenue will be rescheduled to the MAPC meeting on April 14th.

4:24

The final item of business tonight is a rezoning request.

4:28

Applicant John Easley is requesting a rezoning of the property at 6904 East Highland Drive from R1 to commercial C3 and industrial I2.

4:40

Um looks like John is here.

4:42

John Deal with Associate Engineering on behalf of John Stuckey, the property owner.

4:48

We're asking for a rezone on a very small portion of the property.

4:53

Back in 86 when the annexation took place.

5:00

This was on the very edge of the city limits, and the property that came in was coming in as R1, 300 foot off the Easley lane and 300 foot off Highway 18.

5:07

Since then it's been annexed, property zoning for the industrial.

5:11

What Mr.

5:12

Stuggies asking for is a portion of the R1 be rezoned as commercial C3 along Highway 18 and then approximately halfway up the property on Easy Lane.

5:23

And the rest of the property remains the same.

5:38

Darrell, if you let us know.

5:40

Cities, yes, sir.

5:41

We review this.

5:42

It meets all six criteria of the rezoning request.

5:46

So we would recommend approval with the following stipulations that the proposed site shall satisfy all requirements of the city engineer.

5:54

All requirements of the current stormwater drainage design manual and floodplain regulations regarding any new construction.

6:00

A final site plan subject to all ordinance requirements shall be submitted, reviewed, and approved by the planning department prior to any redevelopment of the property, and any change of use shall be subject to planning department approval in the future.

6:15

Have any comments from the community on this property?

6:18

Yes, sir.

6:20

If you would just step up, state your name and your address and what your comments are.

6:30

And all of the people along there that I've talked to, they want to know what's going to be built right in front of our house.

6:38

And the last time I asked, they said they didn't know yet.

6:44

Well, if you build a noisy factory there, it's going to run us.

7:00

Well, at this particular point, this commission is not charged with being able to ask what's going to be developed there.

7:08

It's just a changing of the zoning to C3.

7:12

And there's a whole series of properties or developments that fit within a C3 zoning.

7:19

So they would be able to build any of those items, but would have to ask for special permission or special changes of use if they do something outside of that zoning.

7:32

That's what I was wondering.

7:33

What the does it get down to where they can build a factory there?

7:36

Or is it going to be a small business like thing?

7:40

A factory would not fit in C3.

7:43

So that's that's the big thing.

7:49

We didn't nobody along there wants a big noisy factory right in front of their house.

7:54

Right, right.

7:55

And so that's what we're mainly worried about, but we would want to know kind of what was going to be built there so we would know whether it was gonna hurt us or help us.

8:06

Right, right.

8:07

I believe the the bigger part of that property is already I2.

8:11

Is that correct, John?

8:14

Yeah.

8:14

The big part of the property is I2.

8:16

We're not asking for anything on it.

8:18

On the C three areas, the plan is to probably divvy it up into individual lots.

8:24

John, can you come up to the they're not gonna get any of that on camera?

8:27

I can't hear you either.

8:30

On the C three part along Easy Lane, and then along Highway 18.

8:35

Those would more than likely be cut up into individual lots for small businesses, support for the industrial area commercial along Highway 18.

8:45

But there won't be a factory in front of your house.

8:49

Okay, and so there won't be no noisy businesses.

8:54

No more noisy than usual.

9:00

Are there any comments or questions from commission members?

9:09

No other comments.

9:10

Uh we have a motion.

9:19

Subject to stipulations.

9:22

We have a motion.

9:23

Do we have a second?

9:24

Little second.

9:26

All right, we have a motion and a second.

9:28

Uh, if everyone would please vote.

9:31

Right, but all right, we do have a approval 5-0 vote.

9:45

Um so you take that uh before this city council meeting.

9:51

You have to get on by 10 o'clock to Thursday.

9:54

Thursday, 10 o'clock Thursday.

9:56

Thank you.

10:00

Anybody else have any other business this evening?

10:02

Uh one thing uh next week is our design week for our uh comprehensive plan uh from Monday through Thursday.

10:10

We have an open house on um Monday and Thursday nights from five to uh from five to seven thirty.

10:20

Um we'll have um also um working committees during that time.

10:24

Um feel free to drop by at any time um take the survey, give us your opinions, and uh we hope to see you all there.

10:32

You can come at any time, but um you know if you can get a chance come by.

10:37

It's at the old YMCA over on Nettleton.

10:39

Yes, sir.

10:40

Sorry about that.

10:42

That's all I've got.

10:43

All right.

10:44

Anyone else have any comments?

10:48

Okay.

10:48

With that, we're adjourned.

10:50

Thank you very much.

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Summary of Proceedings

City Council Meeting Summary: March 24, 2026

The Jonesboro City Council convened a regular meeting with five members present, establishing a quorum to proceed with standard agenda items including minutes approval, preliminary subdivision approval, and a rezoning request. The council also addressed an item rescheduling for the upcoming MAPC meeting and announced an upcoming comprehensive plan design week.

Consent Calendar

  • Minutes Approval: The minutes from the previous meeting were approved unanimously (5-0) upon motion by Jim Little and a second.
  • Preliminary Subdivision Approval: The council approved the preliminary subdivision for Windsor Landing Phase 9 (requested by Poppy Investment LLC and Island Construction Inc.) representing the final phase of the subdivision after resolving prior platting issues. This approval was unanimous (5-0) based on a recommendation that the proposal meets all subdivision ordinance requirements. The approval is subject to file and plat preparation with the planning and engineering departments.

Public Comments & Testimony

  • Resident Concerns on 6904 East Highland Drive: Residents expressed strong concern regarding the potential for a "noisy factory" to be built directly in front of their homes due to the pending rezoning from R1 to Commercial C3. They requested clarity on what specific developments are planned.
  • Commission Clarification: Council members clarified that the current action is strictly a zoning change to C3, which does not permit factory construction; only small businesses and individual lots are fitting for C3 zoning. Residents noted that the remainder of the property is already zoned I2 (Industial). The applicant confirmed that the C3 areas are planned for individual lots supporting small businesses, and no factory would be built.

Discussion Items

  • Horizon Land Surveying Rezoning (5925 East Johnson Avenue): This item was discussed as part of the agenda but was rescheduled to the next MAPC (Planning Commission) meeting on April 14th.

  • Rezoning Request (6904 East Highland Drive): Applicant John Deal (representing owner John Stuckey) requested rezoning of a portion of the property from R1 to Commercial C3 (along Highway 18 and Easley Lane) and Industrial I2. The Planning Department recommended approval with specific stipulations:

    1. Site must satisfy city engineer requirements.
    2. Compliance with stormwater drainage and floodplain regulations.
    3. Submission of a final site plan for review and approval.
    4. Any future change of use requires planning department approval.

    Stipulation Discussion: The council deliberated on the implications of C3 zoning, confirming with the applicant that this zoning would allow for small commercial lots but exclude heavy industrial uses like factories, addressing public concerns about noise and industrial activity.

Key Outcomes

  • Rezoning Approval (5-0): The rezoning request for the property at 6904 East Highland Drive was approved unanimously, subject to the stated stipulations.
  • Administrative Directive: The successful applicant for the Highland Drive rezoning must file the final approval before 10:00 AM on the Thursday following the meeting.
  • Community Engagement Announcement: The council announced "Design Week" for the Comprehensive Plan, featuring an open house on Monday and Thursday from 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the old YMCA on Nettleton, where residents can participate in working committees and complete surveys.

Meeting Transcript

Right. Bells are ringing. Sounds like it's 5 30. So we'll call this meeting to order. First order of business would be the roll call. If everybody would button toward that's all right. Right, we do have five present, so we have a quorum. We can begin the rest of the meeting. Next order of business would be the approval of a minutes. Everybody you should have had the minutes attached to your packet. If you would we approve the minutes as presented. Do I have do I have a second? Second. Jim Little. All right, we have a motion and a second. If everyone would vote by pressing your I or nay button. All right, we do have approval 5-0 on the minutes. Next item of business is preliminary subdivision approval. Poppy Investment LLC and Island Construction Inc. is requesting to approve preliminary subdivision of Windsor Landing Phase 9. Do we have anyone here to present that information? I'm here to answer any questions. Mind coming to the podium stating your name and address. Maybe just give us a quick summary of uh what you're requesting. I'm Darren Williams with McAllister Engineering. We're at 4508 Stadium Boulevard here in Jonesboro. Uh essentially this is the last phase of that subdivision to my knowledge. Um there was some issues with the way it was originally platted, and we have gone back and forth to address what those issues were. And as far as I know, we've addressed everything that needs to be addressed. And now we're just seeking approval for it. Uh yes, sir. Um we have reviewed it. It does meet all the requirements of the subdivision ordinance, so we would recommend approval of this subdivision. I'll make a motion that we approve. All right, we have a motion uh for approval. Uh do we have a second? Jim Little, second. So we have a motion and a second. If everyone would please vote, uh yes. Like we have 5.0. Uh we've passed that. Um so you have received a favorable approval, and you'll need to get on the get a file. No, no, okay. No, you just um get with planning engineering to get uh get your plat, everything ready on the plates. Okay. All right, the the second item on the list um was an item for horizon land surveying. Uh they're requesting rezoning of that has been asked to be rescheduled to the next MAPC meeting, which will be April 14th. Uh so for that rezoning at 5925 East Johnson Avenue will be rescheduled to the MAPC meeting on April 14th. The final item of business tonight is a rezoning request. Applicant John Easley is requesting a rezoning of the property at 6904 East Highland Drive from R1 to commercial C3 and industrial I2.

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