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Joshua board unanimously backs resolution supporting FM 917 railroad grade‑separation concept
Summary
The Joshua board voted unanimously to express support for the FM 917 railroad grade‑separation concept, which TxDOT and regional planners are proposing as an overpass with a multi‑block park beneath it; board members were told construction could start in 2027 and that the city would take on long‑term park maintenance if the city accepts the park.
The Joshua board voted unanimously to submit a resolution expressing support for the FM 917 railroad grade‑separation concept, a plan presented to the board that pairs a roadway overpass with roughly 2.5 blocks of park space beneath it.
Presenter said the alignment would remain north of 14th Street and that TxDOT and the North Central Texas Council of Governments had shown renderings and options. “They are projecting turning dirt in 2027,” the Presenter said, and added that the design team had asked only for a resolution of support at this stage: “They’re not asking for anything right now. They’re asked only for, a resolution and support the concept.”
The presenter explained the team is revisiting an overpass rather than an underpass because…
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