The council authorized a development agreement with the Tyler Economic Development Council (TEDC) to extend sanitary sewer service to the Weisenbaker Tract on Aug. 13.

Why it matters: Extending sewer service is intended to enable development of a 282‑acre business park in northern Tyler, which staff said will support economic development and job creation in the city's growth corridor.

Agreement terms and cost: Staff explained the TEDC will handle design, permitting and construction of the sewer improvements and the city will reimburse TEDC upon final acceptance. The total capped cost to the city was presented as $992,353.84; TEDC will absorb any costs above that cap. Staff described water service as already available to the tract from a prior Don Soles water-line extension.

Council action: The council authorized the city manager to execute the development agreement with TEDC for sewer improvements to the Weisenbaker Tract and confirmed the city's total cost would not exceed $992,353.84. The motion passed by voice vote.

Implementation note: Staff said the project aligns with long-term infrastructure goals for northern Tyler and is expected to position the business park for future employers and industries.