County Offices Closed to Observe New Year Holiday
Pulaski County offices will be closed Monday, January 2 to observe the New Year Holiday. County offices will reopen Tuesday, January 3.
Trash routes will run as normal.
Have a Happy New Year!
County offices will close to observe Christmas Holiday
Pulaski County offices will be closed Friday, December 23 and Monday, December 26 in observance of Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Offices will reopen Tuesday, December 27. Garbage routes will run as normal.
From all of us with Pulaski County Government…Have a wonderful and safe holiday!
County asks the community to help reduce flooding
Did you know raking leaves, grass clippings, or other debris into the street, ditch, gutter, or storm drains can potentially pollute local waterways?
Pulaski County passed a storm water management ordinance in 2007 to assist with keeping local waterways clean and free of debris. The ordinance regulates residential and construction site builds to reduce the negative effects of storm water runoff.
Pulaski County would like your assistance in storm water protection by not raking leaves, grass clippings, or debris into the street, ditch, gutter, or storm drains. Not only is this potentially harmful to local waterways, it can also clog the drainage systems and create flooding on your property, your neighbor’s property or in the street.
For more information regarding storm water contact the Road & Bridge Department or visit the Pulaski County Road & Bridge website: https://pulaskicounty.net/pulaski-county-road-and-bridge/
PULASKI COUNTY ANNOUNCES FIRST COMMERCIAL ENERGY EFFICIENCY PACE PROJECT
Pulaski County held a check presentation Wednesday, Dec. 7 to mark Pulaski PACE’S first approved energy efficiency project. The development is a 50-unit, 56,200 sq. ft. multi-family apartment complex, owned by The Preserve at Aldersgate, LLC, which will sit on two acres in West Little Rock and is expected to be completed in November 2017. Pulaski PACE has authorized funding of upgrades totaling approximately $650,000 for interior and exterior LED lighting, water conserving fixtures, high-efficiency HVAC, efficient windows and a cool roof.
“After learning more about the PACE program, we found its creative financing mechanism to be extremely attractive. PACE allows us to make our properties energy efficient without the up-front out-of-pocket costs,” said managing partner for Newcap Investment Partners, Adron Gilbert. “As a real estate developer, it is important to find sources of capital which are affordable and PACE’s cost of capital is more competitive than most other sources of funding. The 20-year financing term allows us to spread those costs out, creating less of a burden to the project.”
The project is being financed by PACE Equity, LLC, which pays upfront costs of the upgrades. Upon completion, the appraised property value will be approximately $6.6 million and the PACE authorized improvements will result in savings of $1,625,000 in utility and operating costs over the payback period.
In 2015, the County established the Pulaski PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) program to allow commercial property owners to fund and install approved energy efficiency, renewable energy and water conservation improvements by attaching the improvement cost to their property tax bill. Each energy savings project is amortized up to a 20-year period, providing the property owner with a cash-flow positive energy savings solution.
“Pulaski PACE puts the County at the forefront of providing a cost effective mechanism for implementing energy efficiency and minimizing companies’ environmental footprint,” said Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde. “Through this project, the property owner is showing their commitment to being good stewards of resources, both environmental and financial. It is our hope that more property owners will take advantage of this cost saving program.”
Visit pulaskicounty.net/pulaski-pace to learn more about Pulaski PACE.
Pulaski County Goes Mobile with Official County App, Pulaski Works
Pulaski County is pleased to launch Pulaski Works, the official platform for residents to access the County in a single location. With this new tool, residents can submit, track, and view nearby service requests through their smartphones, online, via phone and SMS. Residents can also use the in-app widgets to find information about events, public facilities, news and more.
The mobile app is part of an overall program for the County to improve resident communications and service delivery. On the backend, the Public Work staff redirects and responds to submitted requests through their customized workflow management system. The County also uses the backend system to provide residents real-time status updates and comments on the submitted requests.
Pulaski County launched the application in partnership with Accela, an innovative civic software company that provides a platform of cloud-based productivity and civic engagement solutions to governments of all sizes worldwide.
Pulaski Works is free service and is available in the Apple App Store and Google Play for immediate use. Search Pulaski Works in the stores or go to these URLs to access.
Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.accela.pulaski_works&hl=en
iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/pulaski-works/id1144608406?mt=8
Pulaski County Launches New Logo and Seal
Pulaski County unveiled a new brand identity today, which includes a new logo for Pulaski County, along with a county seal and identity system for other departments within the Pulaski County Administration.
“The new identity reflects our commitment to bringing Pulaski County and its residents into the 21st century,” said Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde. “Many residents are unaware of the services offered by the county government. It’s our hope that residents will see this rebrand as part of an investment in improving services.”
The Pulaski County seal is designed for formal display in Quorum Court and on official proclamations and citations. The artwork represents the local landscape, waterways and infrastructure overseen by the county. The seal also features eight stars representing the number of cities that call the county home as well as the year the county was founded, 1818.
Pulaski County offers a wide variety of services for residents including animal control, sanitation, youth services, community services and much more. Structures that were built and are maintained by Pulaski County include Big Dam Bridge, Two Rivers Park and the Junction Bridge.
The last update made to Pulaski County brand was in 1991.
Pulaski County to Host Winter Market at Two Rivers Park
Pulaski County is proud to host the 2nd Annual Winter Market at Two Rivers Park on Saturday, November 19 from 11 a.m. – 8 p.m.
This FREE event will be filled with activities for the entire family to enjoy including hay rides, arts & crafts, food truck vendors and special guest—Santa Claus. Special thanks to Riverfest, Inc. who will sponsor the Winter Market Beer Garden. Event goers will also enjoy live entertainment from local choirs and high school bands.
In partnership with the Little Rock Yacht Club, we will host a floating festival of boats decorated in Christmas lights. The boat with the best design will receive a trophy.
Sundown Entertainment will begin at 4:30 p.m. with Taylormade Rocks and DeFrance with special guest Aaron Stephens.
We are now accepting applications from food vendors and local artisans that would like to participate. For more information, please contact Pulaski County Public Works at 501-340-6800.
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Merchant Vendors
Bullets and Sass
Copper Fire Designs
Distance Makes
Eden’s Wake
It Works Global/Skinny Magic Wraps
Madd Scents & Madd Twist
Me and McGee
Nanna’s Sweet Treats
Noonday Collection – Independent Ambassador
Messy Jessy Creates Art
Quilts Not Blankets
Sacred Earth Gifts
Ramsey
Ba’s Construction & Landscaping
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Queen B’s Photo Cards
Daisy’s Delights
Crystal P Designs
Bath Fitter
Allison Eastman Britt Design
LulaRoe Debbie McAnally
Paparazzi Five Star Fashion Shop
Sew Stacey
Conley K. Boutique
Blackbird Soap Company
Crockett Creatives
Ole River Specialties, Inc
Usborne Books & More
You Know You Want It!
Kenzie’s Leigh’s Beads
Knotty Barn Furniture
J&K Woodworking
Arora
Punc
Kali Boutique
Upstar
Arkansas Baby, LLC
Arkansas Democrat Gazette
Four Dragons Farm LLC
Lime Light by Alcone
Raymond & Georgia Limbrick
Cassie’s Corner
Food Trucks
Katmandu Momo
Pat’s Kitchen
Haygood BBQ
Hot Rod Wieners
TMW Kettlecorn
Ozark Candies & Nuts
Big Munchies
Loblolly Creamery LLC
Reggae Flavas LLC
Blackhound BAR B-Q
National Guard to Decommission Broadway Bridge
The Arkansas Army National Guard, assisted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars and the American Legion, will decommission the Broadway Bridge (Hwy 70) in a special ceremony, Wed., Sept. 28 at 10:45 a.m.
Opened to traffic on Christmas Day 1922 and completed in 1923, the Broadway Bridge was dedicated to “Soldiers of the World War.” The opening celebration was held March 12-17, 1923, sponsored by the Little Rock Board of Commerce. The six-day event included a carnival, banquets, receptions and boat races and closed with a fireworks display and a “Grand Ball for Queens and Princesses.”
“It’s important that we honor the memory of our U.S. soldiers who fought in WWI and all U.S. wars,” State Public Affairs Officer, Lt. Col. Joel Lynch said. “I’m honored to take part in this one of kind ceremony that gives Arkansans the opportunity to appreciate the nearly century old bridge and its rich history.”
The decommissioning ceremony will be preceded by speakers Arkansas Highway and Transportation Director, Scott Bennett; Pulaski County Judge, Barry Hyde; City of Little Rock Vice Mayor, Lance Hines; City of North Little Rock Mayor, Joe Smith; and a representative of the Arkansas State Highway Commission. The event will close with a procession of Arkansas State Highway Commissioners, recreating the 1922 opening.
County and Program Administrator Recognized by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Pulaski County and Josh Fout, Pulaski County Brownfields Administrator, were recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency for obtaining the highest grant amount funded by the agency–$820,000.
“It’s rare that programs choose the revolving loan fund option, most choose to sub-grant the funds. But Pulaski County Brownfields loans the money which enables communities to see continued progress,” EPA Team Leader, Mary Kemp said.
Pulaski County Brownfields is one of two programs in Region 6, which includes Louisiana and Texas, to receive the highest grant award. The grant funds will be used for cleanups and community engagement activities to be distributed as follows: $620,000 for hazardous substances and $200,000 for petroleum.
“Without the support of County Judge Barry Hyde and Community Services Director Fred Love, the program would not be what it is. With the awarded funds, communities are able to experience economic growth,” said Fout. “The EPA is truly a partner of the Pulaski County Brownfields Program…I’m proud to be a part of it.”
Kemp said, “The grant process is so competitive. We award approximately $35 – $39 million but the needs are actually $70 – $80 million. Pulaski County should be really proud of the program and of Josh.”
County Judge to Host Judge’s Cup Tournament
County Judge Barry Hyde will host the 22nd Annual Judge’s Cup CASA Classic on Sept. 23 at Rebsamen Golf Course in Little Rock. The tournament is a four-man scramble and the entry fee is $300.00 per team. The entry fee covers the 8 a.m. or 1 p.m. flight, a cart, lunch for all participants and prizes for various challenges. Trophies and other prizes are awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams for both flights.
“The funds raised through the Judge’s Cup CASA Classic are vital to supporting the work we do on behalf of abused and neglected children in Pulaski County. These children deserve and have the right to have a voice; our volunteers are that voice,” CASA Executive Director, Darry Capps said.
All proceeds benefit Pulaski County CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates). CASA is a non-profit organization that trains volunteers from the community to advocate for abused and neglected children in foster care that are going through the court system. CASA Advocates speak up for the best interest of those children in court, in their schools and other areas and monitor those cases until the children find a safe, permanent home and the case is closed. With over 800 children in foster care in Pulaski County alone, there is a great need for volunteers that are willing to be trained to become CASA Advocates.
For more information about becoming a volunteer and about the Judge’s Cup CASA Classic, please visit our website at http://www.pulaskicountycasa.org or call 501-340-6741.