Title
Discuss and consider action to approve a resolution approving the Historic Colored Addition Beautification Plan.
Summary
The Historic Colored Addition Beautification Plan outlines a three to five year effort to honor and preserve one of Pflugerville’s earliest historically Black neighborhoods. Founded in 1910, the area grew through the work of families who established St. Mary’s Baptist Church, St. Matthew’s Missionary Church, a community cemetery, and an elementary school that served local children until desegregation in 1965. Building on the City Council’s continued investment in the neighborhood, including subdivision infrastructure improvements initiated after adoption of the 2019 Infrastructure and Land Use Study, the plan focuses on storytelling, wayfinding, and public art that reflect the community’s heritage. Community feedback highlighted the historical and cultural significance of the area, interest in historic designations, and a desire for public art and wayfinding. The plan will be implemented in phases with the Equity Advisory Board and the community, and funding will be included in future budget years as relevant.
The Equity Advisory Board approved the Historic Colored Addition Beautification Plan unanimously on May 11, 2026.
This item is supported by the Residential & Node Development goals of the City's 2026-2030 Strategic Plan.
Prior City Council Action
March 16, 2026 - City Council conducted a lunch and learn regarding Historic Colored Addition Subdivision art and community engagement.
February 25, 2025 - City Council approved a supplemental service agreement with Halff Associates, Inc. for project administration, bidding, and construction phase services.
February 11, 2025 - City Council approved a Discretionary Service Agreement with Oncor Electric Delivery for relocation of overhead to underground utilities.
January 28, 2025 - City Council approved a construction contract with Joe Bland Construction for subdivision infrastructure ...
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