If you are interested in purchasing or restoring historical buildings downtown, this information will be very valuable to you.
The Harrison Historic District Commission is scheduled to meet at 1 p.m. Monday, January 12, in the Administrative Conference Room at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. Follow the link below to see documents relevant to the meeting.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/historic-district-commission/histdistcomm-2026/1.12.26-histdistcommmeeting/24179047
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/historic-district-commission/histdistcomm-2026/1.12.26-histdistcommmeeting/24179047
Early voting begins Tuesday, Feb. 17. Election Day is Tuesday, March 3.
THIS IS NOT A TAX INCREASE!
THIS IS NOT A TAX INCREASE!
Mayor Jackson is loving the ideas from citizens about the Hole in the Square. Be sure to email them to info@HarrisonAR.gov. That is the only way we can share them with him. Thank you! Keep the great ideas and photos coming!
Did you know there is public transportation available in Harrison?
Here is the information and a link to the schedule.
North Arkansas Transportation Service provides two essential transportation options for our community: Direct Transportation and City Bus Service.
Our Direct Transportation service offers scheduled rides for a wide range of needs, not just medical appointments. We provide transportation for work, school, shopping, community programs, and more, helping residents stay connected and maintain their independence.
To schedule your appointment for direct transportation:
870-741-8008
Our City Bus Service is a fixed-route system within Harrison, providing residents with a dependable way to travel for daily activities and essential services. See the flyer below for city bus pickup locations.
To request a ride for the city bus:
870-416-1634
ridewithnats.org
Here is the information and a link to the schedule.
North Arkansas Transportation Service provides two essential transportation options for our community: Direct Transportation and City Bus Service.
Our Direct Transportation service offers scheduled rides for a wide range of needs, not just medical appointments. We provide transportation for work, school, shopping, community programs, and more, helping residents stay connected and maintain their independence.
To schedule your appointment for direct transportation:
870-741-8008
Our City Bus Service is a fixed-route system within Harrison, providing residents with a dependable way to travel for daily activities and essential services. See the flyer below for city bus pickup locations.
To request a ride for the city bus:
870-416-1634
ridewithnats.org
Early voting begins Feb. 17, and Election Day is March 3.
An item has been added to the agenda for the Thursday night, Jan. 8, Harrison City Council meeting. You can follow the link below to see the new agenda and additional documents, including one called "Grant Explanation from COO Wade Phillips" which addresses the newest item.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/january-8%2C-2026%2C-preview/23108745
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/january-8%2C-2026%2C-preview/23108745
If you are interested in Tax Credits for downtown projects, this free seminar is for you.
Boone County is still under a burn ban. NO OUTSIDE BURNING!
Early voting begins Tuesday, Feb. 17 and Election Day is March 3.
Here's a copy of the Ballot for the March 3 General Election. Two ordinances govern the sales tax: Ordinance 1542 and 1544. This is not a tax increase.
The Harrison City Council is scheduled to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, January 8, in council chambers at City Hall, 118 Industrial Park Road. Follow the link below for a preview of the meeting.
https://www.harrisonar.gov/documents/city-council-proceedings-and-archives/city-council-meeting-previews-2026/january-8%2C-2026%2C-preview/23108745
The council meeting will be preceded by a public hearing at 5:30 p.m. in the same location to gather public input on an ordinance regarding the Downtown Harrison Historic District. Follow the link below to see documents relevant to the hearing.
Kastle Graphics was busy putting up a new sign downtown!!!! Welcome Provalus!
Rishav Sharma met with Mayor Jerry Jackson and told him 2025 had been a good year for the Holiday Inn Express and Hampton Inn, and he looked forward to investing more into the community. Pictured from left, Rishav Sharma, Owner of SAR Hospitality, LLC d.b.a Holiday Inn Express & Suites; RAS Hospitality, LLC d.b.a Hampton Inn; Lela Upton, General Manager of Holiday Inn Express & Suites; and Mayor Jerry Jackson.
Early voting begins Feb. 17. Election Day is March 3.
The city has partnered with Community Blood Center of the Ozarks for blood drives this year. CBCO services our hospital with blood donated from citizens of the Ozarks. If you are a former Red Cross Blood Donor, your credits can be transferred to CBCO. Mention that fact at the beginning of your interview process. Thank you for helping save lives right here in our community!
Boone County is still under a burn ban until further notice.
The following is information for Harrison voters. Early Voting for the Primary Election begins on Tuesday, Feb. 17. The primary election is scheduled for Tuesday, March 3.
Sign up today for the Community Blood Center blood drive on Wednesday, Jan. 7 from 9:30-3:30.
r citizens need to know …
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in the Primary Election, residents in the city limits will be asked to cast their vote for or against removing the sunset clause in the extension of a sales tax that has been in place for decades.
There are two separate taxes on the ballot. One is a 0.50% percent (half-percent) infrastructure tax originally approved by voters in 1994, and the other is a 0.25% (quarter-percent) tax approved in 2002, which is divided between police, fire, and general funds. Both taxes included sunset clauses that require renewal every eight years. Both have always been approved by voters every eight years. Harrison still has the lowest sales tax rate of any city our size in the state.
They support infrastructure, police, fire, and general services to address ongoing needs that will always exist. In my opinion, these taxes should never have included sunset provisions.
Sunset clauses are appropriate for projects that have a defined endpoint, such as the 0.25% tax used to build Creekside, which will expire once the project is fully paid off. Infrastructure and public safety, however, are permanent necessities, and the funding mechanisms for them should reflect that reality.
This is not a tax increase. We want voters to be fully informed before casting their ballot. Please take the time to review the department reports as they are released, ask questions, and engage in the process. If you need clarification, my office and our department heads are always available. This decision affects the future of Harrison, and your understanding matters.
On Tuesday, March 3, 2026, in the Primary Election, residents in the city limits will be asked to cast their vote for or against removing the sunset clause in the extension of a sales tax that has been in place for decades.
There are two separate taxes on the ballot. One is a 0.50% percent (half-percent) infrastructure tax originally approved by voters in 1994, and the other is a 0.25% (quarter-percent) tax approved in 2002, which is divided between police, fire, and general funds. Both taxes included sunset clauses that require renewal every eight years. Both have always been approved by voters every eight years. Harrison still has the lowest sales tax rate of any city our size in the state.
They support infrastructure, police, fire, and general services to address ongoing needs that will always exist. In my opinion, these taxes should never have included sunset provisions.
Sunset clauses are appropriate for projects that have a defined endpoint, such as the 0.25% tax used to build Creekside, which will expire once the project is fully paid off. Infrastructure and public safety, however, are permanent necessities, and the funding mechanisms for them should reflect that reality.
This is not a tax increase. We want voters to be fully informed before casting their ballot. Please take the time to review the department reports as they are released, ask questions, and engage in the process. If you need clarification, my office and our department heads are always available. This decision affects the future of Harrison, and your understanding matters.
