Fort Smith board rescinds Parrot Island contract with Royal Ridge after bid issues; residents criticize procurement
Directors approved an ordinance terminating the prior contract with Royal Ridge Construction for Parrot Island water‑park slides and directed staff to reissue bids; public commenters criticized the prior award process and urged focus on water and sewer infrastructure.
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The Fort Smith Board voted to rescind the earlier ordinance that awarded a contract to Royal Ridge Construction for water slides at Parrot Island Waterpark and authorized the mayor to sign a termination memorandum so staff can reissue the request for bids.
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