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Manville council weighs sidewalks and signal work in $10M street plan
Summary
City staff outlined Phase 3 of a street program using $10 million from a certificate of obligation, proposing sidewalks and signals around Old Manville Town with a school-area focus; council asked staff to return with maps and cost estimates and explore a partnership with Alvin ISD.
City staff presented a draft plan for Phase 3 of Manville’s street projects, focusing on sidewalks and traffic signals in older neighborhoods near schools.
Dan (City Manager) told council the city combined a $40 million water reclamation facility bond with a $10 million allocation for street projects; about $6 million remains for Phase 3 after earlier gravel-to-asphalt and maintenance work. Public works lead Robbie outlined specific sidewalk links — Lewis Lane, Large Avenue, Palmetto, Charlotte and Tangersey roads — and proposed filling sidewalk gaps around McCoy Elementary and other school entrances.
Staff warned council that drainage and right-of-way limitations are the main cost drivers. Several streets are currently open-ditch, Robbie said, and building sidewalks in many locations will require piped drainage, box culverts or negotiated easements from adjoining property owners, which raises per-foot costs. The council repeatedly urged staff to present a clear map and preliminary cost estimates: Mayor (unnamed) asked for a redlined exhibit; Councilman Bonner requested box-culvert pricing and alternatives.
Council members emphasized safety and partnerships. Multiple councilmembers pointed to Alvin ISD’s recent bond (including $58 million cited for Manville High School facilities) and urged staff to pursue joint funding or timing with the district so sidewalk and crossing improvements align with school projects. Staff said TxDOT flagged a possible pedestrian crossing project but that adding partners could accelerate the schedule.
The council did not vote on funding changes but gave staff direction to return with a clarified plan, a visual map of proposed sidewalk segments, and preliminary cost estimates by January–February so the council can decide whether to proceed before summer construction season.
