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Leading Morrilton Forward

Mayor Allen Lipsmeyer is committed to shaping a vibrant future for our city. With a wealth of experience and a passion for community development, Mayor Lipsmeyer brings dynamic leadership to the forefront. Contact him to discuss your ideas and concerns or to learn more about the exciting initiatives driving Morrilton’s progress.

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Allen Lipsmeyer

Mayor

Honoring a Legacy of Leadership

Morrilton has a rich history of dedicated leaders who have shaped its growth and prosperity. Take a journey through the annals of Morrilton’s leadership, recognizing the commitment and vision that have guided our city over the years.

Former Morrilton Mayors Sworn In
1 Dr. Robert J. Adams January, 1880
2 Hiram A. Nations December, 1880
3 Robert Leigh May, 1883
4 C.E. Francis 1884
5 John Hinkle 1885
6 Hugh V. Crozier 1889
7 William S. Hanna circa 1890
8 Taylor A. Dowdle 1894
9 John C. Earle 1895
10 James O. Alston 1897
11 Herman M. Doty 1899
12 John Patton 1900
13 W.E. Hawkins April 7, 1902
14 William P. Strait 1903
15 James T. Hannaford 1904
16 F.W. Bruce April 2, 1906
17 S.W. Simpson May 6, 1907
18 P.N. Trotter 1908
19 Oliver T. Bentley April 18, 1910
20 J.A. Frisby April 8, 1912
21 Jeff Wright April 15, 1918
22 Calvin Sellers April 19, 1920
23 J.A. Frisby March 21, 1923
24 Audrey Strait May 21, 1923
25 Edward Gordon 1924
26 James S. Moose April 19, 1926
27 Audrey Strait January 17, 1927
28 Oscar J. Olson March 5, 1928
29 C.M. Farish (resigned May 1, 1934) April 6, 1934
30 Earles Haynes (acting mayor) 1934
31 Earnest L. Rankin (resigned March 4, 1935) May 25, 1934
32 Earles Haynes (acting mayor) 1935
33 Oscar J. Olson March 21, 1935
34 Robert A. Baird (died July 5, 1944) 1938
35 John W. Johnston (died June 26, 1950) August 5, 1944
36 Garland Davis August 8, 1950
37 Samuel R. McKinley 1951
38 Charles E. Bridewell (resigned in 1961) 1952
39 Earle Haynes (acting mayor) 1961
40 Thomas Hickey 1962
41 Gerald Laux 1979
42 John Davidson 1983
43 Jim Sutton 1987
44 Stewart Nelson 1995
45 Bobby Kirby 2007
46 Stewart Nelson 2011
47 Allen Lipsmeyer 2015

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