The bill amends the law regarding the membership structure of county planning boards in Arkansas. It establishes that a county planning board must consist of a minimum of five and a maximum of twelve members, who are appointed by the county judge and confirmed by the county quorum court. Additionally, the bill stipulates that at least one-third of the board members must not hold any other elective office or appointment, with exceptions for those serving on municipal or joint planning commissions or zoning boards of adjustment.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that a majority of the voting members of the county planning board must reside in unincorporated areas of the county. These changes aim to enhance the representation and governance of county planning boards, ensuring that a significant portion of their members are directly connected to the unincorporated regions they serve.

Statutes affected:
Old version SB324 V2 - 3-5-2025 02:22 PM: 14-17-203(a)
Old version SB324 V3 - 3-20-2025 01:41 PM: 14-17-203(a)
Old version SB324 Original - 3-4-2025 08:24 AM: 14-17-203(a)
SB 324: 14-17-203(a)
Act 519: 14-17-203(a)