Fort Smith Times Record A communications department featuring new hires and a sleek new city website could be on the horizon for the city of Fort Smith — but at a price tag that left the board of directors in a discussion. Shari Cooper, communications manager for the city, presented a plan for a possible new website, communications department, and partnership with representatives Granicus, a civic engagement program. Ryan Martinez and Byron Gillian with Granicus also presented. Cooper's proposal focuses on centralizing communication work for the city and making the city's website, www.fortsmithar.gov, a one-stop-shop with an emphasis on partnering with other local groups like the Fort Smith Regional Chamber of Commerce, University of Arkansas-Fort Smith, Arkansas Colleges of Health Education, as well as nonprofits and tourism groups.