Some of Kara's Achievements

Greater Transparency for the City

Implemented new software for agenda management that allows citizens of Fayetteville to see information uploaded immediately.
Created a process to allow citizens to send public comments directly to Council Members & the Administration 24/7.
Advocated for FOIA software to assist with the process of fulfilling Freedom of Information Act requests from citizens.
Managed office renovations which included ADA accessibility as a key focus to ensure access for all citizens.
Restructured the City Clerk-Treasurers equipment schedule to ensure high-quality equipment available in the Clerk's office.

Some City Involvement

Collected over 800 pounds of dog food in support of the Community Services Department Rangers Pantry.
Advocated for Patrol Officers to be compensated for hazardous duty through the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Advocated and achieved better living wages for staff in the Clerk's office and across the City.
Ensured that staff protocols were reviewed and updated throughout the pandemic while ensuring the Clerk's office was always available to achieve public needs.
Worked with Council Members and the City Attorney to create the application to apply for Youth Council, the organization of the Youth Council, and advocated to ensure the students are given appropriate community service credit for school.
Collaborated with multiple departments to create the digital application process to apply for Boards, Committees, & Commissions.

Policemen's Pension & Relief Fund Voting Member

Kara has been a voting member of the Board of Trustees through her role as City Clerk-Treasurer for the last 5 years. Because of her extensive background in federal policies, she is well suited to advocate and serve this board.

Office Renovations

After taking office, Kara worked with staff and helped manage the first renovation of the City Clerk-Treasurer's office in decades. From cramped workspace to an open and expanded design, this space served both staff and citizens in a much better and more organized manner for several years before moving downstairs to their current new location to provide easier and faster access to the City Clerk-Treasurer's offices. The new first floor offices allow ease-of-access for the public for things such as public notary needs.

Army Veteran

Following in her family's footsteps, Kara served in the Arkansas Army National Guard and is a veteran of the Iraq war. She served her country in Iraq as an Ulls-G Clerk and was honorably discharged after serving her country. Kara has been endorsed by the veterans' organization, VoteVets!

Hosted Region 4 IIMC Conference

(International Institute of Municipal Clerks)

Hosting meetings in Fayetteville both allows our city to shine and also brings in tax revenue. This event was a fantastic collaboration between the City Clerk's office, the Graduate Hotel, the Fayetteville Public Library, Savoy Tea, Experience Fayetteville, Jammin' Java, and more.

ACCRTA Website Committee Chair

(Arkansas City Clerks, Recorders, and Treasurers Association)

Being active with other Clerks, Kara currently serves as the Chair of the ACCRTA Website Committee to represent Fayetteville while helping City Clerks across the state.