Thank You, Mayor Roger Scott, Code Enforcer Donna Jean McIntosh and City employees who worked so hard to tear down, clear and clean up this lot. Your efforts have made a beautiful difference in our community. And now, this beauty is moving in!
4 days ago, Karen York
Please Come to Meeting!!!!
7 days ago, Kim Simmons
The Des Arc City Council has a position open in Ward 3 that will need to be filled through the end of the year. If any person residing in Ward 3 wishes to serve on the City Council for the remainder of 2026, they should be present at the City Council Meeting on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 6:00 PM at City Hall. The City Council will appoint someone to finish the current term. A Ward Map can be found at https://www.cityofdesarc.com/page/city-of-des-arc-ward-map.
13 days ago, City of Des Arc
Prairie County is under a burn ban!
13 days ago, City of Des Arc
A Work Meeting will be held at City Hall in the City Council Chambers on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, at 5:30 PM between the Des Arc City Council and the Baseball Association. Everyone is welcome to attend.
14 days ago, City of Des Arc
2026 Mayor-Council Form of Government
Filing Information
Filing Time: Begins 12:00 PM Noon, July 29, 2026
Ends 12:00 PM Noon, August 05, 2026
Any qualified person desiring to be a candidate for municipal office in the General Election to be held on November 03, 2026, must file a nominating Petition, Affidavit of Eligibility, Petition Affidavit, and Political Practice Pledge with the County Clerk by the deadline date: August 05, 2026, at 12:00 PM Noon.
Therefore, it is suggested that the candidate appears, in person, in the office of the County Clerk to complete filing requirements.
For a City of the Second Class (Des Arc) or Incorporated Town, the petition must contain signatures from not less than ten (10) qualified electors of the city in which the candidate files.
A Guidebook for Municipal Officials of Mayor-Council Cities is available at Des Arc City Hall (limited amount available).
27 days ago, City of Des Arc
Happy 4th of July!
about 2 months ago, City of Des Arc
The City will be flushing water lines in the Hickory Plains area this week, June 15-19th. Customers may see discolored water as this stirs up the system, but it should clear quickly.
2 months ago, City of Des Arc
In the area of Fairground Road in Des Arc to the Bayou Bridge, customers may experience low water pressure due to a water main break. Workers are currently working to repair it. Water may have to be temporarily shut off to make the repair.
3 months ago, City of Des Arc
The City of Des Arc will be doing maintenance and repairs on the storm sirens today, Wednesday, June 3rd. Sirens may be set off multiple times during the day as we test them.
3 months ago, City of Des Arc
The City will begin flushing water lines within Des Arc today, May 21st. Customers may see discolored water as this stirs up the system, but it should clear quickly.
3 months ago, City of Des Arc
The Des Arc Police Department is accepting applications for a full-time, certified police officer to serve our close-knit, supportive community. Responsibilities include enforcing local, state, and federal laws, patrolling assigned areas (8-hour shifts with overtime as needed), conducting criminal investigations and preparing case files, completing reports and working collaboratively with the department staff and community members. Must have strong investigative, communication, and report-writing skills and have a professional, community-oriented attitude and ability to work independently and as part of a team. Current Arkansas certification is required.
This is a full-time, hourly position starting at $18 per hour (if certified) and offers retirement and benefits with a supportive and appreciative work environment. For more information, please call (870) 256-4316. You may submit a resume and proof of certification or pick up an application at the Des Arc Police Department at 107 S 3rd Street in Des Arc.
3 months ago, City of Des Arc
The City of Des Arc is now accepting sealed bids for the purchase of 13.5 lots, offered for development purposes, not for resale. The property includes Lots 8–10 of Block 7, Lots 3–9 of Block 14, the South ½ of Lot 12 of Block 13, and Lots 1–3 of Block 16 of the Erwin Survey, situated along Ambrose, Pike, and Chester Streets near the river. All bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope and turned in at City Hall at 107 S 3rd Street in Des Arc, no later than April 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Bids will be opened during the City Council Meeting April 21, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The right is reserved to accept or reject any and all bids. For more information, contact City Hall at (870) 256-4316.
5 months ago, City of Des Arc
In the area of Robinwood Road, a water main has been hit and water will need to be shut off for repairs. Employees are working to repair it as soon as possible.
5 months ago, City of Des Arc
GAS CUSTOMERS!! Tomorrow, March 19, 2026, at approximately 2:00 PM, City workers will need to shut off the gas to do some needed repairs. The area affected will be from Calhoun Street to Hamilton Street.
5 months ago, City of Des Arc
If any private residents have old tires and need a place to dispose of them for free, the City has a trailer set up beside the old State Farm building right off Main Street. It will be there until it is full.
5 months ago, City of Des Arc
The City of Des Arc is currently taking bids on 13.5 lots along the Riverfront in Des Arc, AR. These lots are a perfect location for camping, RV parks, or special buildings. Lots will be sold together. Bids will be taken from Monday, March 9, 2026, to Monday, March 23, 2026. Contact City Hall for additional information at (870) 256-4316.
6 months ago, City of Des Arc
Prairie County Burn Ban Lifted
6 months ago, Des Arc City Council
We are under a burn ban effective tomorrow.
6 months ago, Des Arc City Council
There has been a water main break and water will have to be shut off in the area of 3rd to 5th Street, from Gordon to Chester Street in order for employees to repair the water line. You may experience no water, low pressure, and/or discolored water in this area.
7 months ago, City of Des Arc
