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Topics getting the most attention in Fort Smith public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Police and Fire Compensation Crisis

The fire chief documented that Fort Smith firefighters are the lowest paid of ten comparable Arkansas departments at every rank, and the department is losing experienced personnel to Fayetteville. Directors signaled strong support for funding the full proposed increase in the 2027 budget.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 22, 2026

CriticalPublic Safety

Switch from ProPhoenix to CentralSquare dispatch system

The River Valley Communication Center and Police Department need a new CAD/records system. A funding resolution goes before the Board on July 7.

4 mentionsLast discussed Jun 25, 2026