Ordinance — Jonesboro
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The Jonesboro City Council approved Ordinance O-EN-018-2026 to set a 20 MPH speed limit on Main Street between Washington Avenue and Cate Avenue, following the Traffic Control Committee's recommendation. The change was passed May 5, 2026 and will affect local traffic enforcement and signage.
Key Takeaways
- 20 MPH speed limit set on Main Street segment
- Applies from Washington Ave to Cate Ave
- Ordinance O-EN-018-2026 approved May 5, 2026
- Traffic Control Committee recommended the change
- City will place signage at designated locations
Research context
What to do next
- 1
Look for new signs
Watch for newly installed 20 MPH signs along Main Street between Washington Ave and Cate Ave.
- 2
Adjust driving behavior
Reduce speed to 20 MPH when driving that segment to comply with the ordinance immediately.
- 3
Contact city for questions
Contact Jonesboro City Clerk April Leggett or the Traffic Control Committee for more information about the change.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the new speed limit on Main Street in Jonesboro?
- The speed limit is now 20 MPH on Main Street between Washington Avenue and Cate Avenue.
- When did the ordinance take effect?
- The ordinance was passed and approved on May 5, 2026; signage will mark the change.
- Who approved the 20 MPH speed limit on Main Street?
- The Jonesboro City Council approved the change following a recommendation from the Traffic Control Committee.
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Legal terms in this notice
- Ordinance
- A local law or regulation enacted by a city council that governs city affairs.
- Traffic Control Committee
- A city-appointed group that studies traffic issues and advises on traffic measures.
Full Notice Text
Enactment Number:O-EN-018-2026AN ORDINANCE BY THE CITYOF JONESBORO TO PLACEVARIOUS TRAFFIC SIGNS ATDESIGNATED LOCATIONS ASDETERMINED BY THE TRAFFICCONTROL COMMITTEENow therefore be it ordained bythe city council for the city ofJonesboro Arkansas to make thefollowing change as recommen-ded by the Traffic Control Com-mittee:Establish 20 MPH on Main Streetfrom Washington Avenue to CateAvenue.PASSED AND APPROVED THIS5TH DAY OF MAY 2026.Harold Copenhaver, MayorATTEST:April Leggett, City Clerk*This publication was paid for bythe City of Jonesboro, cost of thispublication $62.40.