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Benton County commissioners discuss recent Camden purchase of Old First Bank building
Summary
At a Dec. 5 special session, Benton County commissioners discussed the county's purchase of the Old First Bank building at 21 N. Forrest Avenue in Camden. The meeting recorded no purchase price or formal follow-up action; commissioners approved the agenda and adjourned.
Benton County commissioners met in a special called session at the county courthouse on Dec. 5, 2024, to discuss the county's recent purchase of the Old First Bank building at 21 N. Forrest Avenue in Camden. The meeting, opened by Pro‑Temp Chairman Jeff Murphy, reported a quorum of 17 present and one absence (Stephen Stokes).
The meeting record shows Benton County Mayor Mark Ward and Benton County Economic Director Jennifer Wheatley among those named during discussion of the Camden property; Benton County Electric Co. General Manager Scott Owens and several commissioners were also listed as participants. The transcript records discussion of the purchase but does not include the purchase price, funding source, the specific intended use for the building, or a motion to authorize additional action.
Commissioner Keith Arnold moved to approve the agenda; Commissioner Furr seconded. On a voice vote the motion passed with 17 ayes, 0 no and 1 absent (Stephen Stokes). Near the end of the session Commissioner Arnold moved to adjourn; Commissioner Hall seconded. A roll call vote recorded 17 ayes, 0 no and 1 absent, and the meeting adjourned.
The transcript does not record any formal vote or resolution concerning the acquisition of 21 N. Forrest Avenue, nor does it list a purchase price, contract number, or funding breakdown. The record names officials present who would typically be involved in property or economic matters but does not specify next steps or a staff assignment to carry the matter forward. Without those details in the record, no formal direction or decision about onsite use, renovation, or budget implementation can be reported.
