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Approving a resolution with the caption reading: A Resolution of the City of Pflugerville, Texas Authorizing the CIty Manger to seek support from regional partners and continue support of the implementation of the Transportation Master Plan for roadway facilities and trails impacting the MoKan Corridor that benefit Pflugerville and the Central Texas Region.
Summary
The MoKan Corridor bisects the City of Pflugerville, generally north to south, as shown on the attached map. This right-of-way is a result of the Missouri Kansas Texas railroad alignment that was abandoned in the 1980s. Since that time various efforts have been undertaken to acquire and develop the asset to improve mobility in Central Texas. As the City continues to pursue the implementation of our planning efforts and capital improvement program, this item seeks authorization from City Council to formally submit any required documentation to TXDOT in order to pursue facilities that are key to Pflugerville's transportation network. Specific projects include Kenney Fort Boulevard, south of SH 45 to New Mesiter and Main Street extension from Railroad to FM685.
Kenney Fort, is proposed to be extended within the MoKan right of way, and is anticipated to enhance economic opportunities in this area. This facility is proposed to be completed in conjunction with development pending at the southeast corner of SH45 and Kenney Fort Boulevard.
The extension of Main Street east of Railroad was an item approved by voters in the November 2020 bond, and would need to cross the MoKan Corridor in order to provide the desired connection to FM685.
This resolution authorizes the City Manager to seek formal concurrence with regional partners in support of these, and similar, roadway projects in the MoKan Corridor. Additionally, this resolution authorizes the City Manager to complete the necessary documents required by TXDOT in order to pursue these projects. Lastly, the resolution reaffirms the City's po...
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