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Consortium hears update on road project readiness, bond timing and rising construction costs
Summary
County staff told the consortium that projects highlighted in the monthly packet will be advanced to contract so they are ready to be let when regional or state funding becomes available; speakers raised concerns about 78% construction cost increases since 2022 and the need to prioritize right‑of‑way and environmental work.
County staff briefed the consortium on the status of road projects, contract timing and how the bond program and state funding windows affect project delivery.
John (staff member) said the monthly report highlights new or changed projects in yellow so members can quickly see progress. He told the group that staff are executing firms for projects currently in the hopper and will bring individual contract approvals to the commissioners court as they are executed.
Commissioner Lichtdy asked specifically what the commissioners court would need to approve to move projects…
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