Mayor
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.
- Office: 501-354-1556
- Fax Office: 501-354-6475
- 501-428-0218
- allenlipsmeyer@yahoo.com
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 |