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City staff presents ADA transition plan draft; staff estimates $6.42M for facilities and large right‑of‑way needs
Summary
Staff presented a draft ADA transition plan that covers 51 facilities and 31 parks/trails. Staff estimated $6,420,000 for facility improvements over 20 years and approximately $267,000,000 for public-right-of-way upgrades over 30 years, and recommended council adoption for public comment and subsequent action.
City staff presented the City of Killeen's draft ADA transition plan and urged the council to adopt the plan so the city can proceed with prioritized accessibility improvements. The presentation said the plan was started in 2025 with STV Inc., relied on public outreach including two in-person meetings and a focus group, and covers 51 city facilities and 31 parks and trails.
"The transition plan draft was started in 2025 with STV Inc.," the presenter said, outlining the public-involvement process and the cross-departmental priorities. Staff described an estimated facility remediation cost of "$6,420,000 over 20 years" and told the council that public right-of-way upgrades were estimated at about "$267,000,000 over 30 years." Staff recommended the council adopt the ADA transition plan and make it available for ongoing public input.
Council members asked about specifics such as whether HOA-owned neighborhood playgrounds would be included. Parks staff said future park revitalization efforts will incorporate ADA features and that the plan aims to build inclusive elements into concept and schematic designs. The council did not take final action during the work session; staff noted the plan would be available online for public comment.
