Design team presents downtown streetscape schematic; bid set due April, construction target June/July
Feb 17, 2026
A consultant presented schematic designs for McAllen/Caroline downtown improvements; phase 1 bid documents are due April 23, with council approvals and a construction start targeted for June/July and completion of phase 1 by December. Board discussed one-way street considerations, pedestrian crossings, tree selection and parade impacts.
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Consultant Zach delivered a schematic design update for the downtown streetscape and community-building area on Feb. 17, laying out pedestrian improvements, tree and bench placements and proposed intersection treatments. The presentation emphasized continuity with existing brick sidewalks and a more pedestrian-friendly corridor for parades and street events.
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