City Council Meeting September 02, 2025, Agenda

Library Schedule Update!
Starting September 6, 2025, the Forrest City Public Library will now be open only on the first Saturday of each month from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
Mark your calendars and come see us! Whether you're picking up a good read or using our services, we’re here to help—just on a new schedule.
First Saturday each month
9:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Forrest City Public Library
Thank you for your continued support!

The St. Francis County Food Pantry in Forrest City will be closed Friday (8/29) and Monday (9/1) in observance of the Labor Day holiday. The pantry will reopen on Wednesday (9/3) at 8 a.m.
FC Woman Missing
A Forrest City woman has been reported missing.
The family of 54-year-old Brooke Beiber contacted Forrest City Police Wednesday afternoon (8/27), saying that Brooke had not been seen since August 17th.
Police say Ms. Beiber is a white female, with black hair, 5 feet tall and approximately 100 pounds.
She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a red spaghetti strap tank top and flip flops.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call Forrest City Police at 870-633-3434.
A Forrest City woman has been reported missing.
The family of 54-year-old Brooke Beiber contacted Forrest City Police Wednesday afternoon (8/27), saying that Brooke had not been seen since August 17th.
Police say Ms. Beiber is a white female, with black hair, 5 feet tall and approximately 100 pounds.
She was last seen wearing blue jeans, a red spaghetti strap tank top and flip flops.
Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked to call Forrest City Police at 870-633-3434.
FC Public Works Schedule
The entire Forrest City Public Works Department will be closed Monday (9/1) in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Monday’s trash will be picked up on Tuesday, when normal business hours resume.
Residents are encouraged to place their garbage carts at the curb as they normally would the night before pickup is scheduled.
The entire Forrest City Public Works Department will be closed Monday (9/1) in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Monday’s trash will be picked up on Tuesday, when normal business hours resume.
Residents are encouraged to place their garbage carts at the curb as they normally would the night before pickup is scheduled.
The City Council of Forrest City will hold a special-called meeting tonight
Forrest City Public Library back to school story time and craft

FYI
Coming Soon: Chubby's Truck Stop!
We lit it up for the first time last night — and it’s looking amazing!
Located right off I-40 and Arkansas Highway 1, Chubby’s will be the nicest and safest stop for truckers, travelers, and locals alike. Fuel up, grab a bite, and relax in a clean, friendly environment.
Stay tuned — we’re almost ready to open our doors!
We lit it up for the first time last night — and it’s looking amazing!
Located right off I-40 and Arkansas Highway 1, Chubby’s will be the nicest and safest stop for truckers, travelers, and locals alike. Fuel up, grab a bite, and relax in a clean, friendly environment.
Stay tuned — we’re almost ready to open our doors!

Forrest City Fire Department Burn Ban Noticed

Southern Extreme Wresting
REMINDER: Garbage Cart Policy Enforcement Begins Sept. 1, 2025
Beginning September 1, 2025, residents may receive a ticket if their garbage cart is not pulled back from the curb on the same day as trash pickup. Violations could result in a ticket and a fine of $25 per day, plus court costs.
Per City Ordinance Sec. 11-5:
Garbage carts must be returned from the curb within 24 hours after pickup. On all other days, carts must be stored at least five (5) feet behind the front elevation of the home.
Carts left out after pickup can lead to:
• Spillage
• Animals getting into trash
• Neighborhood safety hazards
*Do not overfilled garbage carts
*Please break down all cardboard
*No metal or construction material are allowed
Let’s keep our community clean and safe. Thank you for doing your part!
Beginning September 1, 2025, residents may receive a ticket if their garbage cart is not pulled back from the curb on the same day as trash pickup. Violations could result in a ticket and a fine of $25 per day, plus court costs.
Per City Ordinance Sec. 11-5:
Garbage carts must be returned from the curb within 24 hours after pickup. On all other days, carts must be stored at least five (5) feet behind the front elevation of the home.
Carts left out after pickup can lead to:
• Spillage
• Animals getting into trash
• Neighborhood safety hazards
*Do not overfilled garbage carts
*Please break down all cardboard
*No metal or construction material are allowed
Let’s keep our community clean and safe. Thank you for doing your part!
The Forrest City Public Library will be hosting a Back-to-School story time and craft

Southern Extreme Wrestling
USDA Distribution Center
Agenda for tonight, City Hall meeting
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for the mid-south region until 8 o’clock tonight (Tuesday).
The National Weather Service reports that dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 are possible.
Weather experts say that heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
The National Weather Service reports that dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 112 are possible.
Weather experts say that heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.
Residents are advised to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Free Breastfeeding Class FYI

City Council Meeting

USDA Distribution
