The Ark City City Commission convened Tuesday, January 6, 2026, for its first meeting of the year, marking a night of leadership transitions, appointments, and recognition of dedicated public service. During the meeting, Tad Stover was selected to serve as Mayor for 2026. Commissioners also selected Steve Lungren to serve as Vice Mayor for 2026. The Oath of Office was administered to Commissioners-elect David Colquhoun, Steve Lungren, and Charles Tweedy III, officially welcoming them to the City Commission for the upcoming term.