Capital Improvements Chapter update to the Comprehensive Plan
Summary
The Commission updated the Comprehensive Plan's capital projects list and fielded questions about the Whitaker Bayou Bridge and splitting the MLK and Myrtle roundabouts into separate fundable projects.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
The adopted CIP schedule includes projects such as the 10th Street road diet (~$3M with Boulevard of the Arts) and $6 million earmarked for the performing arts center, which critics urged cutting.
Developers and residents relying on clear level-of-service standards, plus school district planning aligned with the city plan.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Special City Commission Meeting - Budget Public Hearings - Sep 8, 2026
The Commission updated the Comprehensive Plan's capital projects list and fielded questions about the Whitaker Bayou Bridge and splitting the MLK and Myrtle roundabouts into separate fundable projects.
City Commission (Regular) - Jan 20, 2026
The city's comp plan hasn't had a full update since 2008. Staff will update chapters one or two at a time through 2028, starting with transportation and 2055 population projections, with public input via open houses and CCNA involvement on the neighborhood chapter.
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