Council allocates funds for infrastructure investment
Wynne Mayor Jennifer Hobbs delivered her annual “State of the City” address to conclude last night’s meeting of the Wynne City Council. Mayor Hobbs said 2023 was “a year like no other” as a result of the devastating EF-3 tornado on March 31 that claimed four lives and damaged or destroyed hundreds of homes, businesses, churches, schools, and the city’s wastewater treatment plant.
Mayor Hobbs thanked her leadership team, city employees, and the countless volunteers following the storm. Despite the obstacles, Mayor Hobbs said the city is starting the year in a good place including new Wynne Economic Development CEO Bevin Hunter and new stores and businesses opening their doors.
In other news last night, the Wynne City Council agreed to move nearly $235,000 to the street fund to purchase a new rolloff truck.
Aldermen also approved the organization of the city under Arkansas code; approved a resolution authorizing expenses for 2024 meetings and training; and gave advance approval to Mayor Hobbs for a settlement. The city is named in a lawsuit stemming from a January 2019 arrest.
