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Conway council repeals controversial natural‑landscaping ordinance; plans public rewrite
Summary
After public questions about outreach and enforceability, the council voted 7‑1 to repeal ordinance O25‑06 via O25‑40 (emergency clause also approved). Staff will reopen the proposal for public input and redesign with master gardeners and the extension office.
The Conway City Council voted 7‑1 to repeal ordinance O25‑06 and directed staff to redraft a natural‑landscaping policy with broader public input. The repeal (O25‑40) carried an emergency clause by the same 7‑1 margin; Mister Grimes was recorded as the lone No vote.
Public Works and code staff said the original ordinance was intended to create a voluntary pathway for residents to designate portions of their property as “natural” or wildflower areas while preserving safety and neighbor protections. The proposal would have allowed a limited…
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