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SOCIAL MEDIA USER POLICY
The City of Siloam Springs participates on this Facebook page as a means to communicate with citizens and the world at large about our services and matters of public interest.
City sponsored social sites are moderated; participation is encouraged and welcome, but subject to these guidelines. The City reserves the right to delete comments that:
• Contain vulgar language
• Are personal attacks of any kind
• Are blatantly offensive
• Are prejudices or hurtful remarks made toward any ethnic, racial or religious group
• Include sales/ promotions of goods or services or links to commercial sites
• Include solicitation for or promotion of events or activities that are not city sponsored
• Are clearly off-topic
• Advocate illegal activity or violence
• Promote specific services, products or political ideas/organizations
• Infringe on copyrights or trademarks

Please recognize that the submitted comments do not necessarily reflect the opinions and position of the City of Siloam Springs or its employees. Any non-city links you may see here do not constitute endorsement by the City of Siloam Springs.
Although we strive to ensure that information posted is accurate, please be aware that the City Clerk and various City Departments are controlling, and information posted on-line should not be relied on for any legal proceedings or other critical purpose. The City of Siloam Springs social media sites are subject to State of Arkansas public records laws. Any content maintained in a social media format that is related to City business is public record and is subject to disclosure by requesting parties. Freedom of Information requests should not be submitted on this social networking site. Such requests should be submitted to the City Clerk or the City Department responsible for the information requested.
These policies are subject to change at any time by the City Administrator or page administrator. If you have any questions about this policy or social networking page, please contact Holland Hayden, Communications Director at 47-238-0940 or hhayden@

Whether you are planning to visit or relocate here, or you are one of our current residents, there are many amenities that attract people to the community:

* a vibrant and historic downtown;
* a strong educational presence from elementary school through college;
stellar medical services with the opening of Siloam Springs Regional Hospital
* a strong business-friendly environment;
* all in a natural, picturesque setting.

Our strong, local government provides City-owned electric services, water and wastewater facilities, bi-weekly trash pick up, and recycling and sustainability collaborations that have brought us awards for our environmental stewardship.

The City operates a public library, a 32-acre cemetery, and a parks and recreation department with numerous events and activities throughout the year.

Fire, Police, and EMS are actively engaged in the community. The Police Department recently added two new school resource officers; residents appreciate the benefits received from our fire protection rating.

The form of government authorized by Siloam Springs is known as the City Administrator form of municipal government. The Mayor, Board of Directors, and District Judge are each elected positions. The other officials are appointed, with Board approval.

The Mayor of a city having this type of government is recognized as the head of city government for all ceremonial purposes and by the Governor for the purposes of military law. The Mayor serves as Chairman of the Board and presides at regular and special meetings of the Board.

There are seven members constituting the Board of Directors. The Board serves as both the legislative and executive body of the City government. A majority of the elected membership of the Board of Directors constitutes a quorum for the transaction of City business.

The District Judge is an elected position and the term of office is four years. This individual must be a qualified elector within the geographical area from which he (she) is chosen, and must have practiced law four years prior to assuming the District Judge position.

The City Administrator provides leadership, coordination, control, and accountability of all municipal services and programs. This office handles the day-to-day operations of the City and serves as the liaison between all City Departments and the Board of Directors. The City Administrator is present at all Board Meetings.

The City Attorney provides legal counsel to the City, and as such, may draft resolutions and City ordinances. This attorney also attends all Board meetings, works closely with the City Administrator, Mayor and Board members.

The City Clerk provides staff support for the City Administrator and Board members, and is responsible for the agenda and records of the proceedings of City Board meetings.