Arkansas City Votes on Bonds and Sales Tax to Fund Water and Sewer Repairs

Voters in Eureka Springs, Arkansas, are considering three ballot questions related to city infrastructure. These include allowing up to $10 million in water bonds and up to $10 million in sewer bonds. The third question proposes a 1% sales and use tax for 20 years to help pay off approved bonds and fund improvements. Public Works Director Wiley stated that the city currently faces a water loss of 30-50% per month.

The city is facing significant infrastructure costs, with replacing water or sewer lines in the terrain costing about $1.8 million per mile. The proposed bonds and sales tax are intended to fund necessary work, such as replacing old clay sewer pipes and improving water towers.