Resolutions
ABMA’s official resolutions reflect the collective positions of our member mayors on the issues that matter most to our communities across Arkansas. Browse and download resolutions that serve as a powerful foundation for advocacy, legislation, and community-driven change.
Resolution in Support of Fair Chance Hiring and Workforce Re-Entry
ABMA affirms its support for removing employment barriers for citizens with prior criminal records and calls on state and local policymakers to implement fair chance hiring policies that support the successful re-entry of formerly incarcerated individuals into Arkansas communities.
Resolution in Support of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs)
ABMA calls on state and federal officials to elevate funding and policy support for Arkansas HBCUs — including the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff — recognizing their vital role in educating Black leaders and strengthening communities across the state.
Resolution Supporting Workforce Development and Job Creation in Arkansas Delta Communities
ABMA urges state and federal partners to invest in workforce development programs targeting historically underserved Delta communities, providing job training, apprenticeships, and economic opportunity for residents in member cities.
Resolution Supporting Clean Energy Access in Underserved Arkansas Communities
ABMA encourages state and federal policymakers to prioritize equitable access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy for residents in rural and low-income Arkansas communities, ensuring that no city is left behind in the transition to a cleaner energy future.
Resolution in Support of Urban Green Spaces and Community Forestry
ABMA supports the development of urban green spaces, tree canopy initiatives, and community forestry programs — including the ABMA Delta Forestry Project — as critical investments in the health, resilience, and quality of life of Black communities across Arkansas.
Resolution Supporting Infrastructure Investment for Aging Water and Environmental Systems
ABMA reaffirms its commitment to advocating for federal and state investment in aging water, wastewater, and environmental infrastructure in member cities, recognizing that safe water access is a fundamental right for every Arkansas resident.
Resolution supporting affordable housing AND tenant protections FOR low-income Arkansans
ABMA calls on state legislators to strengthen tenant protections and increase access to affordable housing for low-income families in Arkansas — particularly in Delta and rural communities where housing instability disproportionately impacts Black residents.
Resolution in support of homeownership opportunities for black Arkansans
ABMA urges federal housing agencies and state policymakers to expand homeownership programs and reduce barriers that prevent Black families in Arkansas from building generational wealth through property ownership.
Resolution supporting low-income energy assistance and utility affordability
ABMA urges the Arkansas congressional delegation to support increased funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), ensuring that low-income and fixed-income households in member cities can afford to heat and cool their homes.
Resolution in Support of Broadband Access and Digital Equity in Rural Arkansas
ABMA supports the expansion of reliable, high-speed broadband infrastructure across rural and underserved Arkansas communities, recognizing that digital access is essential for education, economic development, healthcare, and civic participation.
Resolution Supporting the Safe and Equitable Use of Artificial Intelligence in Local Government
ABMA supports the responsible adoption of artificial intelligence tools in local government operations, urging that AI solutions be implemented with transparency, equity, and community input, ensuring technology serves all residents, not just the privileged few.
Resolution to Close the Digital Divide for Students in Arkansas Member Cities
ABMA calls on state and federal agencies to expand broadband subsidies and device access programs for low-income students in Arkansas, ensuring that every child — regardless of zip code — has the connectivity they need to succeed academically.
