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Norfork Today
By the People, for the People
Mountain Home Council to Hold Public Hearing on Water and Sewer Bonds
Proposed $20 million bond issue would fund major upgrades to city's water distribution system.
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Mountain Home City Council will hold a public hearing on Thursday to consider issuing up to $20 million in Water and Sewer Revenue Improvement Bonds to finance additions and upgrades to the city's water distribution system. Immediately following the hearing, the council will convene its regular meeting to discuss other agenda items, including a zoning change, the bond ordinance, and a contract for the Lake Norfork water intake project.
Why it matters
The proposed water and sewer bond issue is a significant infrastructure investment that would allow Mountain Home to modernize and improve its aging water system, which is crucial for supporting the city's continued growth and development. The public hearing provides an opportunity for residents to weigh in on the proposed financing.
The details
The public hearing is scheduled for 4:50 pm in the council chambers of the Municipal Building. City officials will present the details of the proposed $20 million bond issue, which would fund the acquisition, construction, and equipping of upgrades to the water distribution system. Immediately following the hearing, the council will convene its regular meeting at 5 pm to consider the bond ordinance and other agenda items.
- The public hearing is scheduled for 4:50 pm on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
- The regular city council meeting will convene at 5 pm on Thursday, February 19, 2026, immediately following the public hearing.
The players
Mountain Home City Council
The governing body of the city of Mountain Home, Arkansas, responsible for approving the proposed water and sewer bond issue and other municipal decisions.
Steve Hill
A city official who will present the details of the proposed $20 million bond issue to the city council during the public hearing.
Ted Sanders
A city official who will present a proposed zoning change from Residential R-1 to Residential R-1A during the regular city council meeting.
Garver Engineering
An engineering firm that the city council will consider contracting with for design and related services for the Lake Norfork water intake project.
Paul Hale
A representative from the Baxter Day Service Center who will provide an update to the city council during the regular meeting.
What’s next
After the public hearing, the city council will vote on the ordinance authorizing the issuance and sale of the proposed water and sewer bonds. If approved, the city will move forward with the bond financing and the planned water system upgrades.
The takeaway
The proposed $20 million water and sewer bond issue represents a significant investment in Mountain Home's aging infrastructure, which is crucial for supporting the city's continued growth and development. The public hearing provides an opportunity for residents to engage with the city's decision-making process on this important project.
