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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Jonesboro public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Crowley's Ridge Nature Center lease change
After a grease fire, the Game and Fish Commission wants the lease changed so the building is a regional office instead of a public-use facility. The grounds stay open to the public; any rebuilding of the Nature Center is a separate future question.
Craighead Forest Park pond dredging
Council Member John Street pushed to keep alive a plan to dredge the youth and senior fishing pond behind Rotary — Game & Fish backed out of helping, but the mayor says talks continue. It's a popular kids' fishing spot.
Nonprofit leases on city property
United Way keeps its long-time space at 407 Union Avenue on a 10-year, $1-a-year lease. The North Jonesboro CDC lease for 911 Magnolia Road — shared with two other nonprofits — was tabled two weeks to sort out who schedules the shared space.
Coordination with Parks Advisory Board
Council members want the Public Services Committee chair to also serve on the Parks Advisory Board so parks projects get better coordination with the council committee. Gibson said he already met with Coach Davidson and sees ways to work jointly.