Programs and Initatives
Mayor's Transition Advisory Board (TAB)
The City of Pine Bluff is entering an exciting new chapter, and Mayor Vivian Flower invites you to be a part of it. As we transition to a new administration, Mayor Flowers has formed a Transition Advisory Board (TAB) to guide our priorities and ensure a people powered, inclusive start.
The Transition Advisory Board Committees will play a critical role in:
- Setting key goals and strategies to ensure transparency and accountability .
- Advising on policies and initiatives that reflect the needs of our community.
- Supporting the development of a roadmap for the City of Pine Bluff's future.
The committees and leadership assignments are as follows:
| Transition Advisory Board Chair | Dr. Calvin Johnson |
| Transition Advisory Board Co- Chair | Latasha McNeely Randle |
| Infrastructure & Economic Development - Leader | Tom Bennett |
| Budget & Finance - Leader | Ted Davis |
| Faith & Community Engagement - Leader | Pastor James Murry |
| Public Safety - Leader | Susie Powell |
| Tourism & Nature - Leader | Carlton Saffa |
| Social Impact & Sustainability - Leader | Kymara Seals |
| Governance Transformation - Leader | Hank Wilkins, V |
| Education & Workforce - Leader | Dr. Tyrone Jackson |
| Youth Investment - Leader | Aareyon Wallace |
| Senior Outreach & Advocacy | James Word |
HIDDEN FIGURES: Women's History Celebration
The City of Pine Bluff is honored to host this special event, celebrating the unsung women in our community whose contributions, leadership, and dedication have significantly impacted the City of Pine Bluff. These women may not be widely recognized but have made lasting impacts through their work, service, or influence.
The categories include:
Arts - Recognizing women who have made significant contributions to the arts, including visual arts, music, theater, dance, and literary achievements.
Business - Honoring women entrepreneurs and business leaders who have demonstrated innovation, leadership, and success in their industries.
Education - Celebrating women who have made a lasting impact in education as teachers, administrators, or advocates for learning and academic excellence.
Finance/Banking - Acknowledging women who have excelled in finance, banking, or investment, demonstrating expertise, leadership, and financial stewardship.
Healthcare - Highlighting women who have made outstanding contributions to healthcare, including doctors, nurses, researchers, and administrators.
Manufacturing - Recognizing women who have made strides in manufacturing, production, or engineering, breaking barriers and driving industry growth.
Nonprofit - Celebrating women leading nonprofit organizations, advocating for social causes, and making a difference in their communities.
Professional Services - Honoring women in fields such as law, consulting, marketing, and other service industries who have demonstrated excellence and leadership.
Public Service - Recognizing women dedicated to serving their communities through government, law enforcement, policy-making, or civic engagement.
Up and Rising - Spotlighting young or emerging women leaders who are making waves in their respective fields and showing great potential for future impact.