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You can contact the City of Gravette by phone, fax, email, or online. Keep up with City news and events by following the City of Gravette Facebook page. ​ City Hall lobby is open Monday - Friday from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... CONTACT US! To review the City of Gravette's social media policy, please click here . City Hall 202 Main St. NE Gravette, AR 72736 Hours: M-F 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM ​ P: 479-787-5757 F: 479-787-5018 EMAIL ​ Kurt Maddox | Mayor Fire Dept. 309 First Ave. NW Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-787-6600 EMERGENCY: 911 EMAIL ​ David Orr | Chief Public Utilities 202 Main St. NE Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-787-5757 F: 479-787-5018 EMAIL Richard Sutherland | Superintendent City Hall 202 Main St. NE Gravette, AR 72736 Hours: M-F 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM ​ P: 479-787-5757 F: 479-787-5018 EMAIL ​ Ami Murray Executive Assistant | Communications Director Library 119 Main St. SE Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-787-6955 F: 479-250-3726 EMAIL ​ Karen Benson | Director Streets & Parks 202 Main St. NE Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-787-5757 F: 479-787-5018 EMAIL ​ Tim DeWitt | Superintendent Police Dept. 1512 Hwy 72 W Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-787-6948 EMERGENCY: 911 EMAIL ​ Charles W. Skaggs | Chief Code/Building 202 Main St. NE Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-787-5757 F: 479-787-5018 EMAIL Shannon Higgins | Code Enforcement Museum 503 Charlotte St. SE Gravette, AR 72736 ​ P: 479-866-7297 ​ ​ ​ Steve Mitchael | Chair

During the Christmas Season, the City of Gravette encourages it's residents to decorate their homes for the holiday! HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... HOLIDAY DECORATING CONTEST Join us for the 2024 holiday decorating contest! Participants are encouraged to decorate their homes to show their Christmas spirit. A map will be available showing participating homes so the public can explore all the holiday spirit on display. This event is hosted by the City of Gravette and prizes are sponsored by the Bank of Gravette. ​ RESIDENTIAL: Prizes will be awarded for 1st, 2nd, and Community Choice residential entries within the city limits of Gravette. Residences outside the city limits are more than welcome to participate and will be included on the map but will not be part of the judging process. Prizes are to be determined. Judging will take place on as to be determined date. A map will be made available to the public showing the participating houses and the public will be encouraged to explore all of the holiday spirit on display. BUSINESS: Businesses are encouraged to participate and will be included on the map. They will not be judged as part of the competition. Register for the decorating contest HERE. There is no cost to participate. ​ Don't forget to submit your pick for the Community Choice Vote (only houses listed on the map can win)! Decorating Contest Form Community Choice Vote The map for the Holiday Decorating Contest will come back!

Part of what makes the City of Gravette exceptionally family friendly is the fantastic parks and buildings available for community use. The City has worked diligently over the last several years to upgrade existing parks and create new ones. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... Walk/Bike Trail Main Loop 110 Park Drive (parking) Gravette, AR 72736 The Main Loop of the Gravette walk/bike trail was constructed in 2018. It is 1.4-miles in length and winds through downtown, the parks, and near the Middle School and Elementary School. Trail users can park at Old Town Park to access the trail by getting on near the dog park. There are water fountains by the dog park and a restroom at Old Town Park. This trail is fairly flat and appropriate for strollers. ​ Future additional trail connection to the Main Loop is planned and is expected to be completed in 2022.

Old Town Park is a sprawling 8.5 acre park located off Highway 72 in Gravette. It features two large pavilions with several picnic tables, making it a great destination for an afternoon picnic lunch. Old Town Park is also home to a 9-hole disc golf course that often hosts local competitions. The bottom park of Old Town Park features a picturesque green space with a small creek and is a popular outdoor wedding spot. The top of Old Town Park has playground equipment, a separate toddler playground, swings, and restrooms. There is a small walking trail that outlines the perimeter of the playground area. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... Old Town Park 110 Park Drive Gravette, AR 72736 Old Town Park is a sprawling 8.5 acre park located off Highway 72 in Gravette. It features two large pavilions with several picnic tables, making it a great destination for an afternoon picnic lunch. Old Town Park is also home to a 9-hole disc golf course that often hosts local competitions. The bottom park of Old Town Park features a picturesque green space with a small creek and is a popular outdoor wedding spot. The top of Old Town Park has playground equipment, a separate toddler playground, swings, and restrooms. There is a small walking trail that outlines the perimeter of the playground area. A dog park is adjacent to Old Town Park. ​ The Gravette Farmer's Market sets up at Old Town Park in the spring, summer, and fall, and sells locally grown produce and goods. ​ Pavilions at Old Town Park can be reserved at no charge. Otherwise, they are available on a first come, first served basis. Disc Golf Course Map Disc Golf Rules Pavilion Reservation

The City of Gravette is a great place to start your career. The City offers competitive pay and an excellent benefits package to full-time employees. Please return completed application to City Hall or email to info@GravetteAR.com . ​ The City of Gravette is an equal opportunity employer and provider. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... JOB OPPORTUNITIES Current Openings Firefighter Paramedic Forms Completed applications can be returned to City Hall at 202 Main Street NE during regular business hours or emailed to info@gravettear.com . ​ General Application Police Application Fire Application General Application ​ Return completed applications to City Hall or info@GravetteAR.com . Police Department Application Return completed applications to City Hall or info@GravetteAR.com . Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Gravette is committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or veteran status as required by all federal and state laws. The city’s commitment in this regard extends to all employment related decisions and terms and conditions of employment, including job opportunities, promotions, pay and benefits.

The Gravette School District provides a well-rounded education to students in Gravette and surrounding communities. Teachers are paid well above the state average and the average percentage of students graduating over the last three years is 88%. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... EDUCATION GRAVETTE HAS DIVERSE EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES ​ The Gravette School District provides a well-rounded education to students in Gravette and surrounding communities. Teachers are paid well above the state average and the average percentage of students graduating over the last three years is 88%. Learn more about the Gravette School District here . ​ CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION ​ In 2016, Gravette became a satellite campus for Northwest Technical Institute with the introduction of a welding program on the Gravette School District campus. The program has expanded and today offers career and technical courses to students across the area in basic and advanced welding; heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration; automotive service technology; and machining. Additional courses are available at the main campus of Northwest Technical Institute, located 40 minutes from Gravette. Courses at the main campus include ammonia refrigeration, medium and heavy truck maintenance, information systems, and truck driving and CDL courses. ​ Northeast Tech, with campuses in Kansas, Oklahoma (45-minute drive) and Kansas, Oklahoma (55-minute drive), provides career and technical education in the fields of automotive service technology, electrical technology, welding and metal fabrication, health careers, practical nursing, construction trades, diesel and heavy equipment repair, and truck driver training among many others. More information about the course catalog is available here . Additional short-term evening courses are available and relate to things like computers, machining, small motor repair, and more. Learn more about the short-term adult education classes offered by clicking here . Northeast Tech works with employers to develop customized workforce training in a variety of fields. ​ POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION ​ Northwest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) is 20 miles from Gravette and offers degree and certification programs in a w ide variety of subjects, include electronics technology, computer information systems, CAD design, construction technology, computer information management, logistics management. They offer workforce training in supply chain management, project management, data analysis, and more. NWACC works with businesses to develop customized workforce training to meet business needs. The University of Arkansas, a four-year college, is located approximately 40 minutes from Gravette and is proud to be among the top 2% of research schools in the nation. There are 96 options for undergraduate majors, 81 master's degree programs, and 38 doctoral and specialist programs. More than $180 million is spent on research each year at the university. NW Arkansas Community College Crowder College Ecclesia College John Brown University Harding University University of Arkansas Northwest Technical Institute NE Tech - Kansas Campus NE Tech - Afton Campus Bryan University Western Benton County Career Center NW Arkansas Community College John Brown University

The Gravette Public Library was established in 1976 and originally occupied a room in the Gravette Civic Center. It relocated in 1987 to the former Gravette School District lunchroom on Charlotte Street. The library moved to its current location at 119 Main Street SE in February of 2016. The Gravette Public Library is a department of the City of Gravette and supported by the Gravette Public Library Advisory Board. Programs are made possible through the generous donations of individuals, organizations, and corporations who support the Gravette Public Library as well as grants awarded to the library through various foundations. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... GRAVETTE PUBLIC LIBRARY 119 Main Street SE Gravette, AR 72736 ​ Monday - Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM Phone: 479-787-6955 ​ Current Services and Programming The Gravette Public Library provides lifelong learning opportunities for all ages. In addition to summer reading programs for all ages, the library offers the following programs: Children’s Programs: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Little Lions Story Time for ages 2-5 StoryWalk at Hiwasse Park Teen Programs: Maker Monday - Arts & Crafts Tech Tuesday – Robotics, Circuitry, Video Creation/Editing, Stop Motion Animation Code Club Friday – HTML/CSS, JavaScript, Graphic Design, 3D Design, Game Design Adult Programs: Computer classes Bookmobile service at 10: 3 0 AM Mondays at the Billy V. Hall Senior Activity Center Learn It @ The Library (gardening workshops, small business workshops, etc.) Book club Books are available in print, digital, and audio formats. Browse the library’s extensive selection of DVDs. The library has public computers, a hotspot lending program, and Wi-Fi. Copy, print, and fax services are available (fees apply). Please visit the Gravette Public Library’s website at https://www.gravettelibrary.org ​ Library Advisory Board ​ ​ Terry Roberts Chair Term expires April 30, 2027 ​ Susan Holland Vice Chair Term expires December 31, 2026 ​ Frankie Stephens Secretary Term expires July 31, 2026 ​ Angela Deniston Term expires February 28, 2027 ​ Lindsey Sanders Term expires June 30, 2027 ​ The Library Advisory Board meetings are generally held at 6 p.m. on the second Thursda y of each month at the Library. All meetings are open to the public. Library Website Search Online Catalog

The Gravette Police Department is a growing and evolving agency committed to working in harmony with the citizens of our community to create a safe and secure environment and to improve the quality of life for our residents. We are also committed to providing equality, fairness, integrity, and professionalism. In order to provide the highest level of service with these values in mind, our officers are encouraged to actively pursue advanced professional education and be aware of changing “best practices” in the law enforcement community as we continue to progress. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... PUBLIC SAFETY Important Numbers Emergencies 911 ​ Administrative Line-Non Emergency 479-787-6948 ​ Dispatch Line (Central Communications) 479-787-5911 ​ Benton County Sheriff's Office (Dispatch line) 479-273-5532 ​ The Gravette Police Department consists full-time and part-time sworn officers, school resources officers for the Gravette School District, and non-sworn administrative personnel who are responsible for nearly 4,000 residents living in an approximately 15-square mile area. ​ The Department currently has four divisions: ​ The Patrol Division: which consists of field patrol officers. ​ SRO Division: which consists of three School Resource Officers assigned to the Gravette School District. ​ Detective Division: The detective division is responsible for investigating select crimes within our jurisdiction. ​ K9 Division: Gravette Police Department’s current K9 team is K9 “Roni” and his handler Sergeant Cline. Roni is a Belgian Malinois trained to perform multiple tasks including detecting narcotics, article recovery, tracking, missing persons, handler protection, criminal apprehension, and patrol situations. Roni has become a valuable member of our team and has played his part in keeping our community safe. ​ In addition to the regular duties of the officers such as criminal patrol, investigations, traffic patrol, and accident investigations, many of the officers maintain advanced specialty training in areas such as Active Shooter training, Narcotics investigation, Animal Control, Sex Offender registration, DWI and Drug interdiction. ​ Reports ​ Reports and other information is currently available pursuant to the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act by filling out the form below, and presenting it to the police department either in-person or via US Mail for a small fee (we do not accept digital payment at this time). Please contact us at 479-787-6948 to obtain further guidance. ​ ​ Animal Owners As a reminder, all dogs and cats living inside the city limits are required to be registered with the city and wear proof of registration on their collar. Animal registrations are valid for one calendar year from January to December through purchase at City Hall. The police department will attempt any reasonable means to contact the owner of an animal that has been picked up and the animal will be posted on the Gravette Police Department Facebook page. If the owner cannot be identified, the animal will be held for six days before being put up for adoption if adoptable. Dogs that are currently in the City kennel will be posted on the City’s Facebook page. Should you see your dog listed there, or are interested in adopting a dog posted there, please contact the GPD at 479-787-6948 within six days. ​ ​ Emergency Alerts ​ Sign up for Emergency Alerts! www.bcalert.com Being forewarned about dangerous weather, a neighborhood evacuation or an emergency road closure has never been easier. BC Alert gives you critical information during emergencies, with official notifications from local public safety and emergency managers. The alerts will tell you where to go, what to do and how to stay informed and are available by text, email, cell phone, home phone, work phone, instant messaging, or fax. You’ll get instant access to information no matter where you are. Victim Rights Information “Pursuant to the Arkansas Victim Rights Act of 1997 and Act 873 of 2015 (Laura’s Law), Arkansas law enforcement is required to provide information for victims of domestic abuse crimes. This information has been assembled into a format called “Laura’s Card” to provide victim rights and necessary contact information in a clear and concise format that is standardized throughout the state. Our officers are required to furnish these pamphlets to the victim of any domestic violence crime so that victims are made aware of medical and housing services. Counseling, financial, social, legal, and emergency services contact information is also provided. In addition, the pamphlet also contains information about obtaining orders of protection, directions on how to access public records related to the case, and contact information for the Arkansas Crime Victims Reparations Boards. The card also includes a web link to information about signing up for the VINE program, which notifies victims automatically when an incarcerated individual is released from a jail or prison. In addition to the officers of the Gravette Police Department handing out this information during crime incidents, we would like to make it available here for reference. Should you have any questions, please contact our office at 479-787-6948. ​ Sex Offender Search ​ Search here: https://www.ark.org/offender-search/index.php ​ The Arkansas Crime Information Center (ACIC) is pleased to provide the Sex Offender Registry Search for the citizens of Arkansas. The registry is updated as offender addresses and other offender information is updated in our office. You can search for offenders by address, city, county, or zip code and see information on the publishable offenders within the map view of the address you enter. You can also search for an offender by name if applicable. Benton County Sheriff’s office also provides a Sex Offender Registry Search for the citizens of Benton County. Search here: http://gis.bentoncountyar.gov/sexoffenders/index.html?HomePage Law Enforcement FOIA Form Animal Registration Form Laura's Card Information

The Gravette Fire Department is a duly chartered fire department in the State of Arkansas, with 2 Fire Stations located within the City of Gravette. The organization serves the City of Gravette, which is a Class I City, for fire and EMS response and serves the unincorporated areas of Northwest Benton County for fire response. HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... FIRE AND AMBULANCE Important Numbers Emergency 911 Administrative Line-Non Emergency 479-787-6600 Dispatch Line (Central Communications) 479-787-5911 Station 1 309 First Ave. NW Gravette, AR 72736 Station 2 13690 Fire House Ln. Hiwasse, AR 72739 The department staffs as a combination fire department with full and part-time firefighter/EMTs and firefighter/paramedics, and numerous volunteer Firefighters. The department is always accepting applications for volunteer firefighters. Completed applications can be returned to Gravette City Hall or the fire station. Applications are available HERE . ​ Fire The fire district covers 57 square miles of both city and county response area, extending south to the Decatur, and Centerton fire districts, north to Sulphur Springs fire district, east to Bella Vista fire district, and west to Maysville fire district. Properties within 5-miles of a fire station and 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant have an ISO rating of 4, which is most properties in the city limits. Properties within 5-miles of a fire station but further than 1,000 feet from a fire hydrant have an ISO rating of 6. Properties more than 5-miles from a fire station and more than 1,000 feet from a fire hydrant have an ISO rating of 10W. An ISO map is below. For questions, please contact the fire station directly. ​ Burn Permits ​ Burn permits are issued through the Benton County Fire Marshal's office. The form can be completed online at https://bit.ly/GFDburnpermit . The burning of agricultural clearing and yard waste is permitted and recommended only during daylight hours. All other items are prohibited under penalty of law. Please check the local weather before and during burning. During burning, you must have a means of extinguishing the fire, such as a portable fire extinguisher (4-A rated minimum), a connected water hose or other water source, or a shovel and dirt or sand. The minimum required distance from structures while burning is 50 feet for open burning, 25 feet for a burn pile no more than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet high, and 15 feet in an approved container. Stay with the fire until it is out and call 911 if you encounter any problems. ​ You can check the burn ban status at https://bentoncountyar.gov/fire-marshal/burn-ban-status/ ​ Emergency Alerts ​ Sign up for Emergency Alerts! www.bcalert.com ​ Being forewarned about dangerous weather, a neighborhood evacuation, or an emergency road closure has never been easier. BC Alert gives you critical information during emergencies, with official notifications from local public safety and emergency managers. The alerts will tell you where to go, what to do, and how to stay informed and are available by text, email, cell phone, home phone, work phone, instant messaging, or fax. You'll get instant access to information no matter where you are. Fire District Map EMS District Map Volunteer Application ISO Map

The Gravette Skate Park was constructed in 2013, thanks in part to a grant from the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. The nearly 6,000 square feet park features quarter-pipes, hand rails, and a fun box. There is ample parking and restrooms are located nearby. This park is open from sunup to sundown is part of the Pop Allum Park complex. ​ ​ HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... Gravette Skate Park 707 Dallas Street SW Gravette, AR 72736 The Gravette Skate Park was constructed in 2013, thanks in part to a grant from the Arkansas Department of Parks and Tourism. The nearly 6,000 square feet park features quarter-pipes, hand rails, and a fun box. There is ample parking and restrooms are located nearby. This park is open from sunup to sundown is part of the Pop Allum Park complex. ​ ​

The Gravette Pool and Splash Park is a seasonal attraction that underwent extensive renovation, updates, and additions in the Spring of 2018. This longtime community spot now featuress: large pool, diving board, twisty slide, nearly 3,000 square-feet splash park with slides, water spouts, splash buckets, and water sprays! ​ HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... Gravette Pool and Splash Park 401 Dallas Street SE Gravette, AR 72736 About: The Gravette Pool and Splash Park is a seasonal attraction that underwent extensive renovation, updates, and additions in the Spring of 2018. This longtime community spot now features: large pool, diving board, twisty slide, nearly 3,000 square-feet splash park with slides, water spouts, splash buckets, and water sprays. The three large pavilions are available on a first-come-first-serve basis, or by reservation. Bathrooms and office were also renovated in 2018. ​ Hours: The pool and splash park open Memorial Day weekend, annually-- Open Monday through Saturday, 11a.m. - 7p.m., and Sunday from 1p.m. - 5p.m. However, the pool and splash park will be open weekends only , from the weekend before school starts, until Labor Day. Prices: Admission for guests aged 6 and younger is $3, and 7 and older is $5 . Admission is half-price all day Sunday. ​ Rules: No running, alcohol, firearms, smoking, vaping, or glass containers/items. Drinks and snacks must be enjoyed from within the 2 designated sitting areas. Water in clear bottles is allowed near the pool and splash-pad, but no cups please. Children aged 9 years and younger must be accompanied and supervised by someone aged 16 or older, at all times. The City is not liable for guest injury, loss, theft or damage of guests' property. ​ Reservations: Pool parties can be scheduled at City Hall. The cost is $125 for less than 25 guests and $150 for more than 25 guests. This includes access to both the pool and splash park. ​ Seasonal Pool Punch Cards: Pool Punch Cards can be purchased at City Hall, and at the pool. There are two options: 10-punch and 20-punch. The 10-punch cards cost $30, and the 20-punch cards cost $55. These pool punch cards are only good for the current pool season , and will not carry over to next years pool season. The pool punch cards have the following rules: ​ You can purchase as many punch cards as you want. However, the price stays the same per punch card. The pool punch cards are non-refundable: All prices are set and final. The pool punch cards are non-replaceable : If a pool punch card is lost, stolen, or damaged (beyond reasonable use), a new punch card will have to be purchased. It's one hole punch per person at regular pricing or at discounted pricing. Your punch card can be used on guest or family up until all punches are used. Pool Pavilion Form Pool Party Form

THERE IS ROOM TO GROW AND DEVELOP IN GRAVETTE! ​ Gravette has a healthy variety of commercial, manufacturing, and industrial sites and buildings, both occupied and available. The city boasts a business friendly future land use map , with nearly 800 acres dedicated to future manufacturing and light industrial zoning. Gravette is home to several manufacturing plants, large warehouse spaces, and thriving retail establishments. ​ ​ ​ HOME About Departments Events Doing Business News & Announcements Meeting Calendar Report a Concern Contact Us More... SITES & BUILDINGS THERE IS ROOM TO GROW AND DEVELOP IN GRAVETTE! ​ Gravette has a healthy variety of commercial, manufacturing, and industrial sites and buildings, both occupied and available. The city boasts a business friendly future land use map , with nearly 800 acres dedicated to future manufacturing and light industrial zoning. Gravette is home to several manufacturing plants, large warehouse spaces, and thriving retail establishments. ​ Looking for just the right piece of land or building that meets certain requirements? Please contact City Hall at 479-787-5757 ext. 5069. ​ UTILITIES Multiple utility providers service the Gravette area. In 2019, Arkansans paid an average of 8.13 cents per kilowatt hour, lower than the national average of 10.60 cents per kilowatt hour (Global Energy Institute). electricity Carroll Electric > Liberty Utilities > SWEPCO > WATER AND SEWER Gravette Water & Sewer > Centerton Utilities > natural gas Black Hills Energy > cable and internet Cox > AT&T >