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features drops for both beginner and skilled kayakers and canoers." And for businesses, she has long- admired, and helped foster, the city's business-friendly philosophy. "Siloam Springs works in a unique way to recruit and foster businesses, both large and small," the mayor noted. "e City has its own electric, water, wastewater, trash and recycling and street crews in house, allowing business incentives to be tailored to the needs of the business. We work closely with the Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Siloam Springs to assist with training, grants opportunities and more. e Board of Directors and City staff places the utmost importance on fiscal responsibility, running tight budgets, but allowing for spending where it's needed most." e Nation administration is looking to the future when it comes to business and growth. "e City is working toward a new comprehensive plan that will give us a blueprint for future growth and priorities," Mayor Nation said. "Our Streets and Infrastructure crew is in the midst of a complete rebuild of Kenwood Street (from Lincoln Street to Hwy 412). e Water Treatment Plan is about 85% into a $31 million design-build upgrade which will replace aging equipment, create backups for our water intake and create more effective processes. We continue to expand the Electric Department's AMI meters, which allows staff to read meters remotely rather than having to physically access meters." When asked how it feels to be the first woman mayor, she believes her role, among other things, is to be a mentor to girls and young women in the community. "I want to encourage women to be involved, aware, and informed within the community," she said. "Push to be part of that decision-making process, to be in the room where it happens. You can start small and work your way up, but it's important to start. ere is always a need for strong leaders in our community, and having more women holding positions of authority would reflect our demographics. I want to encourage girls and young women to set goals and pursue those goals fiercely. Don't get discouraged, keep pushing." Siloam Springs Kayak Park on the Illinois River. Photo courtesy NWA Democrat-Gazette Photo courtesy Herald-Leader Dogs and their families play in the pools at the Siloam Springs Aquatic Center during a Tailwaggers Pool Pawty. Siloam Springs Herald-Leader Wednesday, April 28, 2021 Best of Siloam Springs • 23 Ad Number: 042821nwr42711 Our goal at MTP is to offer affordable high quality clothing, shoes & accessories. Cute, comfortable, affordable, stress-free shopping. We carry sizes S-3X Thanks for voting us best boutique in Siloam Springs! Fri & Sat 10am-7pm • Sun 12pm-4pm 1004 South Mt Olive Street Unit K • Siloam Springs www.magnoliatradingpost.com New arrivals daily!! Adorable affordable fashion!

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