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Balch Springs reports $6.4M trail project at 60% design; easement talks next
Summary
Staff said the city’s $6.4 million trail project connecting Segal Road, Oak Ridge, Irvin Park and Pioneer is at roughly 60% design; staff has reached out to impacted parcel owners and will schedule easement meetings ahead of a likely 2027 construction start.
Economic development staff reported that the planned $6,400,000 trail project linking Segal Road, Oak Ridge, Irvin Park and surrounding corridors has reached approximately 60% design and that the city held a kickoff meeting with the construction partner. Staff said they would meet individually with property owners to secure necessary easements before construction.
The project was described as a partnership with the county and a state transportation authority for design and potential funding; staff indicated construction was likely to begin around 2027 once easements and final agreements are secured. The board received the update and staff said further property‑level outreach would continue.
