TO: Mayor and Members of City Council
THRU: Douglas J. Hewett, ICMA-CM, City Manager
FROM: Chris Williams, Management Analyst
DATE: April 13, 2026
RE:Title
Public Notice Visibility ImprovementsTitle
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COUNCIL DISTRICT(S):
Council District(s)
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Relationship To Strategic Plan:
Goal II: The City of Fayetteville will have a Responsive City Government Supporting a Diverse and Viable Economy
Executive Summary:
This administrative report responds to the agenda item regarding opportunities to enhance public notice visibility and digital accessibility for City communications. Staff reviewed current signage, digital platforms, and outreach practices to identify opportunities to improve public awareness of zoning and development hearings.
Findings indicate that visibility may be strengthened through improved signage design and placement, expanded use of digital communication tools, development of centralized online resources, and continued coordination of outreach efforts using existing channels
Background:
This agenda item requested a review of how the City can enhance public awareness and accessibility of zoning-related notices and hearings using existing resources and communication methods.
Issues/Analysis:
Staff identified several opportunities to improve public notice visibility and engagement:
Physical Signage Enhancements:
Opportunities exist to improve visibility through adjustments to sign size, placement, and design. Development Services is coordinating with Marketing and Communications to redesign signage for improved clarity and consistency. Updated posting practices now include placement along each street frontage and additional signage for larger properties.
Digital Accessibility and Communication Tools:
The City utilizes multiple digital platforms, including the website, social media, FayTV, and email notifications, to expand outreach. Staff are developing a centralized webpage for zoning hearings that will incl...
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