ROCK REPORT
BOARD MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
TORNADO RECOVERY FUNDING
Board members voted for a resolution approving the City of Little Rock's draft action plan for nearly $21 million in federal dollars to support Little Rock's ongoing recovery from the March 31, 2023 tornado. The City's proposals related to the Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) can be found here: https://www.littlerock.gov/cityadministration/city-departments/housing-and-neighborhood/communitydevelopment-block-grant-disaster-recovery/
Watch the latest Little Rock Board of Directors meeting at: youtube.com/citylittlerock
EVENT REPLAYS
Find press conferences, meetings, and event recordings by LRTV linked here.
City of Little Rock Amazon Groundbreaking Event
July 29, 2025
Art Porter Music Education
July 28, 2025
Proclamation Presentation, Coach Kreth Simmons
July 25, 2025
World Changers Interview
July 18, 2025
LRFD Training Division Burn Building Dedication
July 16, 2025
July Parks Commission Meeting
July 15, 2025
West Central Baseball Field Ribbon Cutting
July 15, 2025
Little Rock HNP World Changer Press Conference
July 15, 2025
Find all streamed and recorded events on CLR YouTube channel and Facebook page
youtube.com/littlerock facebook.com/littlerock
DEPARTMENT
DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
Shoutout to the Department of Community Programs for going above and beyond by hosting an etiquette class and award ceremony for the summer Youth Institute Participants on Thursday, July 24! Students of all ages and backgrounds learned valuable life skills from formal dining and basic chivalry to the art of small talk and mingling with confidence. With the help of an engaging guest speaker, the department created an experience that was equal parts educational and empowering Hats off to Community Programs for investing in our future leaders with both excellence and class!
Additional kudos to the Department of Community Programs for celebrating Career Climb graduates with a thoughtful, well-executed ceremony Your efforts created a memorable experience for students and their families
THIGHLIGHTS
DEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION AND TECHNOLOGY
A huge thank you to our IT team for their hard work behind the scenes! From upgrading our city intranet and migrating to the cloud, to implementing critical data loss prevention tools and getting Lawson back online they’ve been making major moves to keep us connected, protected, and running smoothly We appreciate all you do!
OFFICE OF ENGAGEMENT AND OPPORTUNITY
Shoutout to the Office of Engagement and Opportunity for hosting another impactful Communications Professional Development Workshop this time focused on LGBTQ+ Allyship Held on July 24, the session created space for learning, dialogue, and growth as we continue fostering a more inclusive and informed workplace We appreciate your leadership in these important conversations!
MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS TEAM X HR
Shoutout to the Department of Human Resources and the Marketing and Comms Team for successfully collaborating to integrate a Communications Process presentation into New Hire Orientation ensuring new employees feel informed and connected from day one. Plus, the launch of monthly professional headshot opportunities is a picture-perfect touch. Thank you for being people-centered and looking for new ways to better engage our city team!
SUSTAINABILITY OFFICE
Congratulations to the team in the Sustainability Office for hosting yet another successful Little Rock Recycles Day event at the Little Rock Zoo! LR Recycles Day is a joint effort between the Sustainability Office, Keep Little Rock Beautiful, and the Little Rock Zoo to offer a bulk recycling effort, where anyone can come and drop off recyclable products, such as paper, e-Waste, plastic bottle, cardboard, plastic grocery bags, glass, and even bicycles and housewares. Thank you for your continued efforts to keep Little Rock green and clean!
EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATION
Shoutout to Fulton’s Beautification one of our amazing Love Your Block mini-grant recipients! Phase 1 is officially underway with a successful supply drop-off to kickstart garden beautification, beehive installations, flower and shrub planting, and a powerful lesson on healthy living and self-love through neighborhood care Huge thanks to our partners in the Grants Department, Chief of Staff, and LYB Program Manager for making this drop-off a success!
NEW NEWS
TIPS TO REDUCE STRESS
It's no surprise that work can be stressful. From managing deadlines to dealing with demanding bosses, your work day can create anxiety and frustrations that can be hard to manage. In this video, you'll learn simple ways to deal with stress at work before it evolves into burnout.
LINK TO VIDEO HERE
14 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR BODY IMAGE
14 Ways to Improve Your Body Image Right Now!
A healthy body image means you’re confident in how you look and feel comfortable in your body. See just what it takes to improve your body image by viewing the flyer catalog attached to the announcement em
NEW HIRE HEADSHOT SESSION
Calling all new City of Little Rock Team Members!
If you were hired to serve with the City of Little Rock team between July 1 and August 1, you are invited to a special professional headshot session with the Marketing and Comms team! Sessions are held monthly on the fourth Wednesday with designated morning and afternoon times, and are offered as a professional development opportunity. Each session is held in the Boardroom Chamber on the second floor at City Hall To sign-up for the upcoming session on Wednesday, August 27, please fill out the form linked below.
Note: While these sessions are primarily for new hires (as they will receive priority when selecting time slots), all city team members are welcomed to participate!
SIGN UP HERE
ROCK THE BLOCK: WELLNESS WEEKEND
From August 16 - August 17, join us for Rock the Block: Wellness Weekend, a two-day community experience dedicated to healing, wellness, empowerment, and back-to-school readiness presented by The HOME Teen Youth Center, in collaboration with the City of Little Rock and other key community and health partners. There will be multiple events over the course of the weekend, such as a panel discussion, vendors, health screenings, a charity basketball game, a block party with live entert and a back-to-school giveaway! For more information on how you c part of the event, please visit the website at the link below!
ROCK THE BLOCK: WELLNESS WEEKEND
LITTLE ROCK MARATHON IMPORTANT DATES
August 1 - Registration opens for Little Rockers Leaders
August 4 - Off the Couch training program begins
September 2 - Little Rockers & All Abilities Race registration opens
September 15 - LRM training begins
September 20 - Logan's Run/All Abilities Kick Off @ Murray Park
October 18 - Creep 'n Crawl @ Two Rivers Park
October 20 - Little Rock Half Marathon training begins
December 8 - Marathon Weekend 10k training begins
December 20 - Ugly Sweater Race @ Two Rivers Park
January 5, 2026 - Marathon Weekend 5k training begins
For more information on the Little Rock Marathon, including important registration details, race details, and other events, follow the link below!
LITTLE ROCK MARATHON INFORMATION
ARKANSAS MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS DISCOUNT
AR Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA) is offering 50% off their annual membership for City of Little Rock employees! If interested see below for the link to join.
AMFA MEMBERSHIP INTEREST FORM
DROP BOX JULY 2025
Career Climb Supervisor’s Appreciation Luncheon
View the photo gallery from the Summer Youth Employment Opportunities Supervisor’s Appreciation Luncheon.
Career Climb Graduation Ceremony
View the photo gallery from the DCP Career Climb graduation ceremony at Pulaski Technical College.
City of Little Rock Amazon Groundbreaking Event
View the photo gallery from the groundbreaking ceremony of the newest Amazon distribution center, housed at the Little Rock Port.
Art Porter Music Education Kickoff Event
View the photo gallery from the kickoff of the Art Porter Music Education festivities, celebrating the legendary Art Porter’s birthday.
DCP Youth Institute Etiquette Class and Award Ceremony
View the photo gallery from the etiquette class and award ceremony for the participants of the Summer Youth Institute, hosted by the Department of Community Programs.
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STAY HEALTHY ON THE GO THIS SUMMER
Discover the simple ways to keep up your healthy habits while traveling this sum
Access the Omada health coach provided through Cigna to get tips on managing stress, improving sleep, and making balanced meal choices, so you can enjoy your vacation without worry! As a part of your Cigna Healthcare plan, Omada is of $0 cost to you, if you’re eligible Claim your Welcome Kit by following the link below! Link to Welcome Kit
UPCOMING HR TRAINING SESSIONS USING NEOGOV
We are excited to remind everyone about our upcoming opportunities to level up your learning. It is now even easier to enroll by using NeoGov Single Sign On (SSO) directions Once signed-in, you will land on your dashboard, so click on the training link on the left side of your screen to review what’s currently available. If you prefer in-person classes, click the “calendar” hyperlink in the upper right corner of the training screen to see our coming attractions covering topics such as Effective Communication, Performance Management, CANVA 201 and Harassment and Discrimination
Training videos on topics ranging from Office 365 to leadership development are available using the search function in the course catalog The vendor publishes new videos frequently, so let us know if there are additional subject matter you would like added to our Learn library. Please contact HRLearning@littlerock.gov with any questions Thank you for your continued engagement, and we look forward to seeing you soon! reminder: upcoming hr training sessions using neogov
COMMS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES: CANVA 301
On Wednesday, August 6, at 2:00 PM, join the Marketing and Communications Manager as she leads Canva 301, an intermediate level workshop over the design platform, Canva, which is widely used to create promotional material, social media content, and assets such as posters, banners, and flags. Class will take place at Willie Hinton NRC For instructions on how to sign up, please view the flyer catalog attached to the announcement email.
MAGIC SPRINGS PROMOTIONAL CODE
Enjoy discounted Magic Springs one day admission and season passes with the City of Little Rock promo code: CITYOFLR
See the flyer catalog for instructions on how to claim your discounted tickets today! Offer valid online only, not at the main gate.
NATIONAL BREAST CANCER FOUNDATION FREE FITNESS PACKAGE
Have you claimed your FREE fitness package from one of our NBCF partners? FightCamp is an at-home, virtual exercise experience that features boxing, kickboxing, and a variety of other fitness activities. National Breast Cancer Foundation is partnering with FightCamp to gift 5,000 free fitness packages to breast cancer patients and survivors Each package includes:
45-day Membership: Full access to FightCamp’s library of full-body workouts, and unlimited accounts for your household.
Fitness Tracker: Includes punch and kick trackers with real-time metrics such as speed, volume, and output
Quick Wrap: Built to hold the fitness tracker. Contact Christopher Barnett cbarnett@littlerockgov, if you have questions or need to claim your package!
Featured Resources Financial Wellness
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Make a List – Plan meals and create a shopping list to avoid impulse purchases and stay within budget.
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Shop at Discount Stores – Explore dollar stores and compare prices at different grocery stores to find better deals.
Buy Generic Brands – Store-brand products are usually 20–25% cheaper than name brands and often have the same quality.
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LRSD EV Bus Ribbon Cutting
Thursday, August 7, 10:30 AM
1001 E 21 St. s t
Louisiana Famous Fried Chicken
Tuesday, August 5, 12:00 PM
6610 Colonel Glenn Rd.
RIBBON CUTTINGS PRESS
Check back later for any upcoming press opportunities!
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Board of Directors Meeting
Tuesday, August 5, 6:00 PM
City Hall Board Chambers
Civil Service Commission Meeting
Thursday, August 7, 8:00 AM
City Hall Board Chambers
Little Rock Historic District Commission
Thursday, August 7, 4:00 PM
City Hall Board Chambers
Parks and Recreation Commission Meeting
Wednesday, August 13, 11:45 AM
City Hall Board Chambers
Planning Commission August Public Hearing
Thursday, August 14, 4:00 PM
City Hall Board Chambers
ROCK REPORT