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who were present at the meeting. She first thanked the City for the working relationship and continued support that the Chamber receives from the City. She said the grant writing efforts through the Chamber have benefited the City approximately $86,000.00. There are two outstanding grants that should be received by late summer. Ms. Johnson said she was notified by the Arkansas Parks and Tourism Department that tourism was up 42% for our area in 2012. She said she has asked for a detailed report to try to determine what caused the increase so we can continue that kind of growth. She also said Councilmember Bryant recently suggested moving the tourism information center from the Airport to the Chamber. She said the move has been very beneficial primarily because the Chamber has a larger staff to be able to help and answer questions from the public. They have also added a Hospitality Guide which has been well received. Ms. Johnson said they have also recently redesigned their website. Lastly, Ms. Johnson said there is a new program sponsored and funded by the Chamber Foundation. She said she would like three councilmembers and three quorum court members to form a committee that will travel to other cities of our size that have been successful in attracting industry to their areas. The travel will probably be in November and at no cost to the City. C) REQUEST FOR ANEW WATER SERVICE OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS Ms. Katherine Crawford addressed the council requesting a water meter at her residence located outside the city limits. Utility Office Manager Nick Baxter said a city water line runs in front of Ms. Crawford's residence. Mr. Baxter said Ms. Crawford has met all the requirements and signed all required forms.