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Holiday ScheduleCity Hall will close at noon on Friday, December 20th.Tuesday, December 24th & Wednesday, December 25th:City offices will be closed in observance of Christmas. Regular operations will resume on Thursday, December 26th.Residential Trash Collection:Wednesday routes will be collected on Thursday, December 26th.Thursday routes will be collected on Friday, December 27th.Wednesday, January 1st:City offices will be closed in observance of New Year’s Day. Regular operations will resume on Thursday, January 2nd.Residential Trash Collection:Wednesday routes will be collected on Thursday, January 2nd.Thursday routes will be collected on Friday, January 3rd.We wish you and your loved ones a joyful Christmas and a Happy New Year!It’s My Town!
The Highfill City Council held its regular meeting on December 10, 2024, to address various matters affecting the community. These meetings serve as a forum for making decisions on topics such as zoning changes, budget planning, infrastructure projects, development proposals, traffic management, community safety, and public input.Here’s a summary of key actions and decisions from the meeting:An ordinance was passed to rezone parcel 22-00017-006 in Highfill from R-2 Residential Two-Family to C-2 General Commercial.The council approved hiring Tishler Bise and other firms to conduct an impact fee study. This study will help calculate the costs of new developments on public infrastructure, such as roads, schools, and utilities. The goal is to ensure developers contribute fairly to necessary upgrades or expansions required for accommodating growth.The council authorized year-end bonuses for City of Highfill employees in recognition of their service.The 2025 budget for the City of Highfill was approved. This resolution appropriates funds for all expenditures planned for the year starting January 1, 2025, and ending December 31, 2025.The council approved an increase in trash collection fees to align with the updated rates charged by the city’s contractor, Republic Services.For more details, visit the City of Highfill’s official website.It’s My Town!
Highfill City Council December 10, 2024
The Highfill City Council held its regular meeting on December 10, 2024, to address various matters affecting the community. These meetings serve as a forum …
Highfill Recognized as a 2024 Tree City USA by the Arbor Day FoundationHighfill, Arkansas, December 10, 2024 – The Arbor Day Foundation named Highfill a 2024 Tree City USA in honor of its commitment to plant, grow, and maintain trees to benefit its community.The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture and celebrate trees. Its network of more than a million supporters and partners has helped the organization plant more than 500 million trees in forests and communities across more than 60 countries since 1972. The Tree City USA program has recognized cities and towns that leverage urban forestry to enhance the livability and sustainability of their local area for over 50 years.“We all have a role to play in shaping our future and tree champions like Highfill are leading the way,” said Michelle Saulnier, Vice President of Programs at the Arbor Day Foundation. “Trees are critical infrastructure, building resiliency and fostering good health in our nation’s cities. We’re proud Highfill is among the Arbor Day Foundation’s growing network of communities dedicated to creating positive impact through trees.” In cities and neighborhoods, trees are proven to help mitigate the urban heat island effect, reduce stormwater runoff, improve air quality, and boost mental and physical health. When the right trees are planted in the right places, they can also reduce traffic noise, increase property values, and lower energy costs for homeowners. To earn Tree City USA recognition, a city must uphold four core standards including maintaining a tree board or department, having a community tree ordinance, spending at least $2 per capita on urban forestry, and participating in an Arbor Day celebration. The Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA program is operated in partnership with the National Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. To learn more about the program or how to apply, visit arborday.org.About the Arbor Day Foundation The Arbor Day Foundation is a global nonprofit inspiring people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. They foster a growing community of more than 1 million leaders, innovators, planters, and supporters united by their bold belief that a more hopeful future can be shaped through the power of trees. For more than 50 years, they’ve answered critical need with action, planting more than half a billion trees alongside their partners. And this is only the beginning. The Arbor Day Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pursuing a future where all life flourishes through the power of trees. Learn more at arborday.org.
City of Highfill City Council Meeting NoticeThe City of Highfill City Council will hold its regular meeting on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, at 6:00 PM in the Highfill City Council Chambers, located at 2560 W Hwy 12, Highfill, AR 72734. The agenda is available on the City’s website. If you are unable to attend in person, you can join the meeting virtually or by phone through the link provided on our website.We look forward to your participation. It’s My Town!
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for this year’s Christmas in the Park lighting event. It was a joy to share this special time with our community and witness the excitement on children’s faces as they visited with Santa Claus and the Grinch. A special shoutout goes to Black Howler Beer Company for generously sponsoring 100 free hotdogs, and Downtown Dawgs for treating everyone to 100 free cups of hot cocoa. We’re also grateful to the First Baptist Church of Highfill for sharing delicious cookies and filling the air with beautiful Christmas carols. We deeply appreciate the dedication of those who volunteered their time and talents to make this event magical: Designers Jason and Jessica Thilbodeaux, Fireman Ike, Park Chairman Anna, Park Vice-Chairman Ivie, and Public Works employees Adam and James. Thank you all for your hard work and for creating a memorable celebration of community and holiday spirit!