Public response is requested on proposed concepts for the Northwest Arkansas Rail Corridor Safety Study (NWA Rail Crossing Study) at eight railroad crossings in Springdale and Fayetteville. Residents are encouraged to share their thoughts on the recommendations for the railroad crossings to improve comfort, connectivity, and safety.
Public Open Houses will have Spanish and Marshallese interpreters on-site.
Monday, November 10, from 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the Shiloh Museum at 118 W. Johnson Avenue, Springdale.
For more information or to submit comments, visit the project website www.nwarailcrossingstudy.com.



On November 4, 2025, sites in all 50 states and around the world will light up in teal for Alzheimerās awareness as part of the Alzheimerās Foundation of Americaās (AFA) Light the World in Teal campaign.
More information on this campaign can be found by visiting https://alzfdn.org/alzheimers-foundation-of-america-to-light-the-world-in-teal-for-alzheimers-awareness-on-november-4/

LIGHT THE WORLD IN TEAL.
Springdale City Hall and other spaces in Springdale, will be participating in the "Light the World Teal", in honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month
People and places around the world āgo tealā to raise awareness and show support for the millions of people affected by Alzheimerās.
##AFALightTheWorldInTeal

The Springdale GIS staff recently attended the Arkansas GIS Users Forum Conference in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Each year, the conference recognizes outstanding contributions in GIS through awards for Excellence, Innovation, Distinguished Service, and Lifetime Achievement.
Weāre proud to share that the Springdale GIS Team received the GIS Excellence Award, honoring exceptional work in GIS application, analysis, and implementation. This recognition highlights our teamās continued commitment to leveraging GIS technology to support the City of Springdaleās operations and enhance services for our community.
Learn more about the Arkansas GIS Users Forum here: https://www.argisusers.org/about

Work on Gene George North is beginning this week and will include N.56th Street demolition, waterline construction, and road improvements through the project timeline. Drive safely through the construction zone from County Line Road to Bob Mills as crews flag and work in and near the roadway to keep the open. See graphic for more information.

The incumbent is responsible for performing administrative tasks that support the efficient operation of the Administration Department. Duties include document preparation and distribution, recordkeeping, correspondence, and ensuring effective communication and information flow within and outside the Office. This position requires adaptability to frequent interruptions and the ability to manage confidential information, deadlines, schedules, and visitor interactions. A high level of professionalism, hospitality, and customer service must be maintained at all times.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springdalear/jobs/5111632/executive-assistant?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

This Thursday 10/9/25, there will be a road closure at the Shiloh Museum for
Arkansas Symbols Day. The closure will be on W Center St and Church St,
starting at 7:30am and ending at 3:30pm. Closure map is attached.

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To apply for this position or other open positions within the City of Springdale, please click on the link below.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/springdalear/jobs/5095287/secretary-receptionist


Lane Closure Notice:
There will be lane closures tomorrow (9/24) on Don Tyson Parkway between 40th St and 48th St from 12pm to 3pm. Drive with caution.


The new Pride of Springdale Trail project is underway and bike lane striping will be added to W. Emma Ave from Gutensohn to Pleasant over the next few days (weather permitting). Folks on Emma: please be aware the crews are working overnight to avoid traffic issues.
As part of Pick Up Where You Play, the Spring Creek Cleanup will be held on Thursday, Sept. 18th, starting at 9am. ALL volunteers are welcome!
The University of Arkansas System Cooperative Extension Service, specifically Stormwater Education, hosts the Pick Up Where You Play Cleanups every year across the Illinois River Watershed and the Beaver Lake Watershed.
IRWP will be leading thisclean up and you can register here: https://www.irwp.org/events/puwup-springdale.

All three lane closures (shown in green cross-hatching on graphic) are occurring at the intersection of the south bound off-ramp and Don Tyson (no impacts along I-49) starting Wednesday Sept. 17th for the signalization project. The closures will be active Mon-Friday from 9:00am to 3:00pm, pending any delays.

Carrie Smith Rd will be closed for one day on Tuesday September 16th. It will reopen on Wednesday September 17th. Please see map for detour routes and additional information.




Har-Ber High School will hold their homecoming parade this Friday 9/12 , beginning at 9:40 a.m. and expected to conclude by 9:50 a.m. Please note it may run a little longer. See attached map for more information.

Grimsley Rd will be closed for one day on Thursday September 11th. It will reopen on Friday September 12th. Please see map for detour routes and additional information.

