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Workshop reviews McElroy drainage, park upgrades, library costs and animal‑shelter plans
Summary
Council examined capital priorities and operating impacts: conceptual design for System 3 drainage (McElroy corridor) is in the CIP but construction depends on grants and TxDOT coordination; park slats, rec center storage, community‑center cleaning and animal‑shelter improvements were discussed.
Council members used the budget workshop to review capital‑project sequencing and maintenance needs across public works, parks and community facilities.
Staff described 'System 3' — a conceptual drainage project tied to McElroy Boulevard that would extend drainage from McElroy, cross the railroad and TxDOT right‑of‑way to the National Guard property. Engineering design was added to the CIP this year, but staff said construction funding will depend on grants, TxDOT coordination and multi‑year prioritization.
‘‘We added the conceptual design to the CIP this year; funding construction will…
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