Before an entity undertakes an annexation, consolidation, or detachment proceeding under this chapter, the entity shall coordinate with the Arkansas Geographic Information Systems Office for preparation of legal descriptions and digital mapping for the relevant annexation, consolidation, and detachment areas.
(a) (1) An annexation, consolidation, or detachment action that affects territory under this chapter shall include in its ordinance or resolution the date upon which the annexation, consolidation, or detachment is considered final. (2) An ordinance or resolution that fails to include a specified effective date shall use the date of the municipal clerk or […]
(a) As used in this section: (1) (A) “Municipal boundary change” means an incorporation, annexation, consolidation, detachment, surrender of charter, revocation of charter, or municipal disincorporation under this subchapter, § 14-38-101 et seq., or § 14-39-101 et seq. (B) “Municipal boundary change” includes court orders, amendments, and judicial corrections of boundaries or property descriptions; and […]