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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Round Rock public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Old Settlers Bridge rehabilitation
The council will consider hiring Taylor Bridge, LLC to rehabilitate the Old Settlers Bridge, a historic crossing in the community.
CR 118 road and utility improvements land acquisition
A third eminent domain resolution would let the city take 0.976 acre plus wastewater and construction easements from CSTX USX Accommodation, LLC for CR 118 improvements. The project bundles road work with sewer utility expansion.
Gattis School Road and Greenlawn Boulevard project change orders
Two change orders would adjust quantities on ongoing road projects: Gattis School Road Segment 3 with Cash Construction and the Greenlawn Boulevard widening with Austin Engineering. Change orders usually mean scope or cost shifts on active construction.
Kenney Fort Boulevard, Segment 5 right-of-way acquisition
The city wants to use eminent domain to take 1.082 acres from the Estates of Settlers Park Owners Association and 0.051 acre from the Dixon family to build the Kenney Fort Boulevard Segment 5 widening. It's a key north-side road project, but it means acquiring private property over the owners' objection if negotiations fail.
Roadway Infrastructure Improvements
The council approved several change orders and interlocal agreements for local road projects, fiber optic expansion, and transit center repairs.
Gattis School Road Segment 2 Right-of-Way Acquisition
The city acquired necessary right-of-way for the Gattis School Road Segment 2 improvement project, which will widen the road to four lanes and add a shared-use path.
Transportation Capital Improvements Program Funding Amendment
Round Rock is adding $15.5 million to its Type B road program to buy land for Kenney Fort Boulevard and Wyoming Springs Drive extensions. City staff say adjustments elsewhere in the capital program helped offset the cost, keeping overall spending steady.
Public Transit Services
Staff provided an update on public transit ridership, noting strong demand for the Round Rock Rides on-demand service while announcing a forthcoming transit master plan to evaluate fixed routes and future contract options.
Traffic Safety at Chandler Creek and Kenney Fort
The city is installing a four-way stop at East New Hope Drive and Mayfield Ranch Boulevard after traffic studies showed it met safety warrants.