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Commission approves larger 2026 street-repair list, adds Bob Euchre and portion of Commerce; asks staff to study Morris and Roosevelt
Summary
The City Commission approved the fiscal 2026 Streets Improvement Program, expanding the in-house paving plan to about 10.3 miles and adding Bob Euchre Road and the southbound lane of Commerce Street (Fair Park to Wilson). Commissioners also directed staff to begin planning for major future upgrades to Morris Road and Roosevelt Road.
The Harlingen City Commission approved the proposed 2026 Streets Improvement Program (SIP) and amended the list to add Bob Euchre Road and a southbound segment of Commerce Street between Fair Park and Wilson Road. Commissioners also directed staff to begin exploring options for a larger upgrade of Morris Road and Roosevelt Road and to engage the county and regional grant partners on long-range funding.
Why it matters: The city is carrying out more in-house paving than in prior years, which officials said lets Harlingen repave more mileage for the available budget. Commission members said adding the two streets would address frequent complaints from residents and visitors about rough travel surfaces while staff pursues regional funding for larger…
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