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Public works seeks contractors, new hires as Haslet plans right-of-way mowing and road projects

5526626 · August 2, 2025
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Public Works Director James Tucker told council the city will seek a contractor to mow major right-of-way corridors and requested several new maintenance and fleet positions; council debated whether to contract or buy equipment and hire staff.

Public Works Director James Tucker outlined requests in the Streets/Parks/Public Works budget, including a right-of-way contract estimated at about $175,000 a year to maintain Hasslet Parkway and portions of Westport Parkway, and several new staff positions. What staff proposed: Tucker said the contract would replicate the higher standard of maintenance currently provided by nearby large property owners and would cover medians and…

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