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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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Transparency dashboard for CIP projects

A resident proposed a plain-language, ward-by-ward online dashboard showing where CIP money goes — saying the city already owns the mapping software and it would rebuild public trust before any future tax ask.

1 mention (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 27, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

Solid Waste Services building addition

A $934,518 contract with Goodwin & Goodwin, Inc. would build an addition to the Solid Waste Services Administration Building.

1 mentionLast discussed Jul 21, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

Insurance Proceeds Appropriation

Insurance payouts would be spread across several city departments through a 2026 budget amendment.

2 mentionsLast discussed Jun 2, 2026

LowTaxes Budget

First quarter 2026 budget performance

The city's chief financial officer showed how spending and revenues tracked from January through March 2026. It was informational — no action needed.

1 mentionLast discussed May 12, 2026