Summary
Internal audit is chasing down cable, telecom and utility franchisees to verify the city is getting every franchise fee dollar it's owed — a first for Fort Smith. They've contacted six of seven sampled entities and suspect annexed areas may be slipping through.
At a glance
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Unclaimed franchise fees from annexed areas or unverified remittances could mean revenue the city is owed but never collecting.
City taxpayers, since franchise fees offset general revenue needs.
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