The Harrison City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1528 in August to create a Historic District Commission.  The basic function of the Commission will be to promote the educational, cultural, economic, and general welfare of the public through the preservation and protection of buildings, sites, places, and districts of historic interest.  Initial tasks for the first Commission will include (1) reporting on and creating a local historic district and (2) developing and implementing design guidelines for the conservation of structures within the local historic districts.

The City is currently seeking five (5) individuals to serve on the Commission.  Qualifications for serving on the Commission are as follows:

• Members must be residents of Harrison and registered to vote within the city limits.

• Members cannot hold a salaried or elective office with the City.

• Members shall demonstrate a positive interest in historic preservation, possessing interest or expertise in architecture, history, building rehabilitation, archeology, or preservation or conservation in general.

Generally speaking, we are looking for individuals with a background in history, archeology, architectural history, architecture, and architectural experience with historic structures.  If you have an interest in serving on the Historic District Commission or simply want to request more information about the Commission, please contact Wade Phillips with the Email Department of Public Works or 870-741-3434. 

Historic District Commission
After reviewing all applications received, the Mayor will appoint five commissioners, subject to confirmation by the Harrison City Council.  

UPDATE: Feb. 13, 2025, The following members were approved by the Council to serve on this Commission. The date for the first meeting has not been set yet. Pat Brown, Andi Esters, Cathy Golden, Wayne Keith, and Ken Savills will serve on the Harrison Historic District Commission.