Jonesboro City Council
The Jonesboro City Council meets on the first and third Tuesday’s of the month, at 5:30 p.m. They are located at the Municipal Center in the Council Chambers, at 300 S. Church Street. Below are the current members of the Jonesboro City Council, with available contact information, pictures, and time in position.
Mayor: Harold Copenhaver
Phone number: 870-932-1052
Email: hcopenhaver@jonesboro.org
Time Served: Second Term (Served Since 2021)
City Clerk: April Leggett
Phone Number: 870-935-0305
Email: aleggett@jonesboro.org
Time Served: Second Term (Served since 2020)
City Attorney: Carol Duncan
Phone Number: 870-932-0917
Email: cduncan@jonesboro.org
Time Served: Third Term (Since 2015)
Below are Members of City Council:
Janice Porter, Brian Emison, Dr. Charles Coleman, Chris Moore, Ann Williams, Chris Gibson,
John Street, Kevin Miller, LJ Bryant, Joe Hafner, Dr. Anthony Coleman, and David McClain.
Key Participants in Upcoming Meetings:
- City Officials: Mayor Harold Copenhaver, City Clerk April Leggett, and Council Members (e.g., Janice Porter, Brian Emison, Dr. Charles Coleman, Chris Moore, Ann Williams, Chris Gibson, John Street).
- Public Presenters: Citizens presenting specific issues, usually during designated public hearings or, with permission, via the presiding officer.
- Committee Members: Members of specialized boards (e.g., Board of Zoning Adjustments, Public Safety Council Committee).
Upcoming Agenda:
Key 2026 Budgetary Details
- Total Budget: $85 million.
- Personnel & Compensation: $54 million for salaries and training, including a 2% step raise and 2% cost-of-living adjustment, or a 4% cost-of-living adjustment for ineligible employees.
- Public Safety: Focus on 911 dispatcher staffing and police vehicle replacements.
- Infrastructure: $3 million of reserve funding is dedicated to street maintenance, with $1.1 million in franchise fees supporting debt service for a $17.5 million bond for, and other projects.
- Capital Improvements: $1 million in general capital improvements, along with $2.7 million for fixed assets/minor equipment.
- Major Projects: $2.5 million for two new fire apparatuses and significant investment in street/sidewalk upgrades.
- Per Source (Google.com)
Background Links:
https://www.kait8.com/2026/02/04/jonesboro-mayor-defends-city-stars-handling-amid-criticism/
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