City of Fort Smith Honored as a 2025 Trendsetter City by Arkansas Business
Fort Smith, AR — The City of Fort Smith has been honored as a 2025 Trendsetter City by Arkansas Business in the Diversity and Inclusion category, recognizing the City’s commitment to creating inclusive playgrounds at five city parks: Carol Ann Cross Park, Creekmore Park, John Bell Jr. Park, Martin Luther King Jr. Park, and Tilles Park. The award celebrates efforts to make public spaces welcoming, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone.
Fort Smith was featured in the December 15 edition of Arkansas Business and officially recognized today at the Arkansas Municipal League’s Winter Conference. The award demonstrates the City’s dedication to providing safe, accessible play experiences that foster inclusion, health, and community connections for children and families.
“This recognition speaks to our dedication to building a vibrant and prosperous future,” said Fort Smith Mayor George McGill. “The City of Fort Smith is honored to be recognized by the Arkansas Municipal League with the Trendsetter Award for our commitment to inclusive parks. This award reflects our belief that public spaces should be welcoming, accessible, and enjoyable for everyone—regardless of ability. Fort Smith is proud to lead by example, and we remain committed to creating spaces that reflect dignity, opportunity, and belonging for all who call our community home.”
About the Trendsetter City Program
The Trendsetter City program honors cities and towns across Arkansas that lead by example with unique initiatives focused on improvement, growth, and lasting economic impact. Through this program, Arkansas Business showcases communities demonstrating excellence in leadership, planning, and innovation.
The City of Fort Smith is committed to providing high-quality, resident-focused services for the advancement of a thriving community. Our vision is to be a dynamic, business, family, and military-friendly destination that welcomes people from all over the world
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