Application for Boards / Commissions / Committees  (PDF)


The Civil Service Commission is responsible for writing and enforcing rules and regulations governing the Fire and Police Departments. The rules provide the qualifications for applicants for appointment to the Police and Fire Department and provide for open, competitive examination to test the fitness of applicants. In addition, the Civil Service Commission hears appeals by employees of the Fire and Police Departments concerning disciplinary actions.

The Civil Service Commission consists of seven citizens of the City named by the Board of Directors to serve 6-year terms. Members shall be citizens of the State of Arkansas and residents of the City for at least 3 years preceding their appointment. Members shall not hold or be a candidate for any political office under any national, state, county or municipal government, or be connected in any official capacity with any political party or organization. The commission meets on call.

Police Department Rules and Regulations (PDF)

Fire Department Rules and Regulations (PDF)

Civil Service Commission Agendas and Minutes (PDF)

Members

• Members: 7
• Term: 6 Years
• Meetings: On Call

Orval Smith

Member
Appointed: 04/25/2023
Expiration: 03/31/2029

Marty Shell

Member
Appointed: 03/15/2011
Expiration: 03/31/2029

Vacant

Member
Appointed: 03/18/2025
Expiration: 03/31/2031

R. Cole Goodman, MD

Member
Appointed: 04/20/2021
Expiration: 03/31/2027

Alex Sanchez

Member
Appointed: 04/20/2021
Expiration: 03/31/2027

David Boyd

Member
Appointed: 03/18/2025
Expiration: 12/31/2029 

Matthew Garner

Member
Appointed: 06/19/2018
Expiration: 12/31/2030