Current Status:

The City of Buda commissioned Lionheart to create a conceptual plan for Austin Street based on the development of the Downtown Master Plan. City Council reviewed the concept plan in November 2023 to confirm the vision and expectations for the design of Austin Street.

City Council selected the design firm, Halff Associates, Inc., on Jan. 3, 2024 to design the project. Geotechnical borings are complete. Utility locating was performed in April. Preliminary design was presented to the Buda Bonds Oversight Committee (BBOC) on June 10, 2024, and City Council on June 18, 2024.

A meeting with property owners along Austin Street will occur in early-August 2024. More information on date and time will be released closer to the event.

Final design will begin after BBOC and City Council review of the public engagement input.

Updated July 2024

Previous Updates

April 2024: The City of Buda commissioned Lionheart to create a conceptual plan for Austin Street based on the development of the Downtown Master Plan. City Council reviewed the concept plan in November to confirm the vision and expectations for the design of Austin Street. To prepare for the design phase, the City released a Request for Qualifications for engineering design firms to submit for consideration.

City Council selected the design firm, Halff Associates, Inc., on Jan. 3, 2024. Preliminary design began mid-January 2024 and is expected to be complete in May 2024. Geotechnical borings are complete. Utility locating will be performed in April. Final design will begin this summer.

January 2024: The City of Buda commissioned Lionheart to create a conceptual plan for Austin Street based on the development of the Downtown Master Plan. City Council reviewed the concept plan in November to confirm the vision and expectations for the design of Austin Street. In order to prepare for the design phase, the City released a Request for Qualifications for engineering design firms to submit for consideration.

City Council selected the design firm, Halff Associates, Inc., on Jan. 3, 2024. Preliminary design is expected to begin mid-January 2024.

December 2023: The City of Buda commissioned Lionheart to create a conceptual plan for Austin Street based on the development of the Downtown Master Plan. City Council reviewed the concept plan in November to confirm the vision and expectations for the design of Austin Street. In order to prepare for the design phase, the City released a Request for Qualifications for engineering design firms to submit for consideration. City council selection of the design firm is anticipated in January 2024. Upon selection of the engineering design firm for Austin Street, preliminary design is expected to begin mid-January 2024.

November 2023: The City of Buda commissioned Lionheart to create a conceptual plan for Austin Street based on the development of the Downtown Master Plan. The conceptual plan was reviewed with the Bond Committee in October. In July, the City released a Request for Qualifications for engineering design firms to submit for consideration and city council selection in November to initiate the design for the project. The concept will also be reviewed with city council in November.

August 2023: The City of Buda commissioned Lionheart to create a conceptual plan for Austin Street based on the development of the Downtown Master Plan. In July, the City released a Request for Qualifications for engineering design firms to submit for consideration and city council selection in November to initiate the design for the project.

January 2023: The City of Buda is identifying the scope for this project.

Current Status:

The City of Buda has defined the scope of the project by incorporating the intent of the bond project as well as the elemental design approved in the Downtown Master Plan.

This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of these roadways to the City of Buda.

The overall project concept was endorsed and approved by the Buda Bond Oversight Committee and City Council in early 2024.

The City has selected Halff and Associates a professional design consultant for this project. Preliminary design began in May 2024. Preliminary design was presented to the Buda Bonds Oversight Committee (BBOC) on June 10, 2024, and City Council on June 18, 2024.

A meeting with property owners along this proposed project will occur in early-August 2024. More information on date and time will be released closer to the event.

Final design will begin after BBOC and City Council review of the public engagement input.

Updated July 2024

Previous Updates

April 2024: The City of Buda has defined the scope of the project by incorporating the intent of the bond project as well as the elemental design approved in the Downtown Master Plan.

This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of these roadways to the City of Buda.

The overall project concept was endorsed and approved by the Buda Bond Oversight Committee and City Council in early 2024.

The City is procuring a professional design consultant for this project. Preliminary design will begin in May 2024.

January 2024: The City of Buda is defining the scope of the project and considering the elemental design approved in the Downtown Master Plan to continue to advance the project in a TxDOT-controlled intersection. The City is setting the conditions and expectations for the intersection design features ahead of the procurement of a professional design consultant.

This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of these roadways to the City of Buda.

December 2023: The City of Buda is working on defining the scope of the project and considering the elemental design and appeal approved in the Downtown Master Plan to continue to advance the project in a TxDOT-controlled intersection. Recent traffic counts were obtained to confirm the need for a new signal and turn lanes. The City is working to set the conditions and expectations for the intersection design features ahead of the procurement of a professional design consultant.

November 2023: The City of Buda is working on defining the scope of the project and considering the elemental design and appeal approved in the Downtown Master Plan to continue to advance the project in a TxDOT-controlled intersection and to set the conditions for the procurement of a professional design consultant.

October 2023: The City of Buda is working on defining the scope of the project ahead of a design firm procurement process.

Current Status: The proposed roadway connecting Old San Antonio Road to the IH-35 frontage lane requires an easement agreement with HEB. HEB is considering alternatives to their property with no anticipated date for any decision. The City will continue to collaborate with HEB in design considerations, which may become a Public Private Partnership in scope and results.

Updated January 2024

Previous Updates

November 2023: The proposed roadway connecting Old San Antonio Road to the IH35 frontage lane requires an easement agreement with HEB. HEB is considering alternatives to their property. The City is collaborating with HEB in design considerations, which may become a Public Private Partnership in scope and results.

October 2023: The City of Buda is identifying the scope for this project.

Current Status:

• WSB completed the preliminary design of the Main Street East Project between IH-35 and Firecracker Drive. The design team worked with Kimley-Horn (Professional Design Consultant for Sunfield) to coordinate and line up the proposed improvements to Main Street east of Firecracker Drive. The Buda Bond Oversight Committee reviewed the schematic design on Nov. 20, 2023 and Feb. 26, 2024.

• The City met with property owners adjacent to Main Street along the City’s project in mid-January 2024 to view and discuss the proposed design. A public meeting was held on Jan. 31, 2024 at the City of Buda City Hall. A virtual open house was also conducted for the public’s viewing and comment after the in-person public meeting. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves through final design, which is anticipated to begin in April 2024.

• City Council reviewed and approved the preliminary design on Mar. 19, 2024.

• WSB is also designing an interim solution to the Main Street improvements to alleviate congestion and traffic back-ups at IH-35 at Main Street. City Council reviewed and approved the preliminary design of the interim solution on Nov. 28, 2024. The interim solution is in final design and bidding will likely occur this summer.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

• WSB LCC continues to refine the design of the Main Street East Project between IH-35 and Fire Cracker Drive in preparation for stakeholder review. The design team worked with Kimley-Horn (Professional Design Consultant for Sunfield) to coordinate and line-up proposed improvements to Main Street east of Fire Cracker Drive. The Buda Bond Oversite Committee reviewed the schematic design on Nov. 20, 2023. The City intends to meet with property owners adjacent to Main Street along the City’s project in mid-Jan. 2024 to view and discuss the proposed design.

• A public meeting is scheduled for Jan. 31, 2024 at the City of Buda City Hall. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves through final design, which is anticipated to begin in Spring 2024. A virtual open house will also be available for the public’s viewing and comment after the in-person public meeting.

December 2023: The City of Buda is finalizing the preliminary design of the Main Street East project between IH-35 and Fire Cracker Drive. The design team has worked in conjunction with Kimley-Horn (Professional Design Consultant for Sunfield) to coordinate and line-up proposed improvements to Main Street east of Fire Cracker Drive. The Buda Bond Oversite Committee reviewed the schematic design on Nov. 20, 2023. Property owners adjacent to Main Street along the City’s project will be contacted in early 2024 to view and discuss the proposed design.

November 2023: The City of Buda is developing the preliminary design in conjunction with Kimley-Horn (Professional Design Consultant for Sunfield), and anticipate schematic design delivery Dec 1, 2023.

October 2023: The City of Buda is working on the preliminary design, scheduled to be completed by the end of 2023.

Current Status:

• The City’s geotechnical consultant completed the soil sampling and testing. The geotechnical firm also installed and gathered groundwater data using Piezometers (subsurface water level monitoring equipment) along Middle Creek Drive to monitor, record, and document groundwater levels.

• K Friese + Associates has evaluated the collected data and developed a recommendation to rehabilitate Middle Creek Drive. The recommendation includes installing a perforated pipe along the roadway to intercept the groundwater and convey the water to nearby stormwater inlets. The recommendation also includes providing for private connections at property lines – homeowners will have the option to connect from their individual sump pumps through their property to the stormwater connections.

• K Friese + Associates presented the recommendations at a Whispering Hollow and public stakeholder meeting on Jan. 17, 2024, at Buda City Hall. A virtual open house was also held for the public’s viewing and comment, view the materials here.

• The Buda Bonds Oversight Committee reviewed the Middle Creek Drive project in February 2024 and endorsed the proposed design. City Council reviewed the preliminary design on Mar. 19, 2024.

• Stakeholder input has and will guide the project as it moves through final design, which is anticipated to begin in April 2024.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

• The City’s geotechnical consultant completed the soil sampling and testing. The geotechnical firm also installed and gathered groundwater data using Piezometers (subsurface water level monitoring equipment) along Middle Creek Drive to monitor, record, and document groundwater levels.

• K Friese + Associates has evaluated the collected data and developed a recommendation to rehabilitate Middle Creek Drive. The recommendation includes installing a perforated pipe along the roadway to intercept the groundwater and convey the water to nearby stormwater inlets. The recommendation also includes providing for private connections at property lines – homeowners will have the option to connect from their individual sump pumps through their property to the stormwater connections.

• K Friese + Associates will present the recommendations at a Whispering Hollow and public stakeholder meeting on Jan. 17, 2024 at the City of Buda City Hall. Stakeholder input has and will guide the project as it moves through final design, which is anticipated to begin in Spring 2024.

• A virtual open house is also now available for the public’s viewing and comment before the in-person public meeting. The online comment period will end close of business Jan. 19.

December 2023:

• The City’s geotechnical consultant completed the soil sampling and testing. The geotechnical firm also installed and gathered groundwater data using Piezometers (subsurface water level monitoring equipment) along Middle Creek Drive to monitor, record, and document groundwater levels.

• K Friese + Associates has evaluated the collected data and developed a recommendation to rehabilitate Middle Creek Drive. The recommendation includes installing a perforated pipe along the roadway to intercept the groundwater and convey the water to nearby stormwater inlets. The recommendation also includes private connections to this perforated pipe at property lines.

• K Friese + Associates will present the recommendations at a Whispering Hollow stakeholder engagement in January 2024.

November 2023:

• K Friese + Associates is developing preliminary design in preparation for Whispering Hollow stakeholder engagements in November.

• The City’s geotechnical consultant completed the soil sampling and testing. The geotechnical firm also installed and gathered groundwater data using Piezometers (subsurface water level monitoring equipment) along Middle Creek Drive to monitor, record, and document groundwater levels.

• K Friese + Associates will evaluate the collected data, develop recommendations to rehabilitate Middle Creek Drive, and present recommendations to the public by the end of calendar year 2023. These recommendations will include options for how to manage the groundwater and how to intercept and convey the water through possible perforated pipes and accommodate private connections at property lines.

October 2023:
• K Friese + Associates is working on the preliminary design.

• The City’s geotechnical consultant has completed the soil sampling and testing. The geotechnical firm also installed and gathered groundwater data using Piezometers (subsurface water level monitoring equipment) along Middle Creek Drive to monitor, record, and document groundwater levels.

• K Friese + Associates will evaluate the collected data, develop recommendations to rehabilitate Middle Creek Drive, and present recommendations to the public in November 2023. These recommendations will include options for how to manage the groundwater situation and how to convey the water through possible connections or piping at property lines.

April 2023: K Friese + Associates is working on preliminary design. The City’s geotechnical consultant is working on completing soil and groundwater sampling. Piezometers (subsurface water level monitoring equipment) have been installed along Middle Creek Drive to monitor water levels.

November 2022: The Buda City Council awarded the contract to K Friese + Associates, not to exceed $620,000.

September 2022: The City of Buda is identifying the scope for this project.

Current Status:

• The City engaged approximately one-third of the property owners along Old Black Colony Road to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project. A public meeting and virtual open house were held on Sept. 27, 2023. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction.

• City Council reviewed the Old Black Colony Road 30% preliminary design on Nov. 8, 2023 and provided K Friese + Associates with direction and feedback on the design.

• K Friese + Associates finalized the 30% preliminary design in February 2024. City Council reviewed the revised preliminary design on Feb. 20, 2024 and approved the proposed design. Final design is anticipated to begin in April 2024.

• Old Black Colony Road and FM1626 intersection traffic light: This requirement will lead to the initial construction work on Old Black Colony Road, pending a design and an approved agreement with TxDOT.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

• The City engaged approximately one-third of the property owners along Old Black Colony to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project. A public meeting and virtual open house were held on Sept. 27, 2023. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction.

• City Council reviewed the Old Black Colony Road 30% preliminary design on Nov. 8, 2023 and provided K Friese + Associates with direction and feedback on the design.

• K Friese + Associates continues to advance and finalize the 30% preliminary design and cost estimates with an expected completion in early January 2024. Final design is anticipated to begin in February 2024.

• Old Black Colony and FM 1626 Intersection Traffic Light: This requirement will lead the initial construction work on Old Black Colony, pending a design and construction agreement with TxDOT.

December 2023:

• City Council reviewed the Old Black Colony Road 30% preliminary design on Nov. 8, 2023.

• K Friese + Associates continues to advance and finalize the 30% preliminary design and cost estimates with an expected completion in late December 2023. Final design is anticipated to begin in early 2024.

• The City has engaged with approximately one-third of the property owners along Old Black Colony to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal was and is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project. A public meeting and virtual open house were held on Sept. 27, 2023. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction, which is anticipated to begin in Spring 2025.

• The scope of work and design includes a full traffic signal at the intersection of Old Black Colony and FM 1626. This requirement will lead the initial construction work pending a design and construction agreement with TxDOT.

November 2023:
• K Friese + Associates continues to advance the 30% preliminary design and cost estimates with an expected completion in late November 2023.

• The City has engaged with approximately one-third of the property owners along Old Black Colony to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal was and is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project. A public meeting and virtual open house were held on September 27, 2023. Stakeholder input will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction which is anticipated to begin in Spring 2025.

• The scope of work and design includes a full traffic signal at the intersection of Old Black Colony and FM 1626. This requirement will lead the initial construction work pending a design and construction agreement with TxDOT.

October 2023:
• K Friese + Associates is currently working on the 30% preliminary design and cost estimates. The preliminary design will be completed in November 2023.

• The City is engaging property owners along Old Black Colony to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project in October 2023. A public meeting and virtual open house were held on September 27, 2023. Stakeholder input will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction which is anticipated to begin in Spring 2025.

• The scope of work and design includes a full traffic signal at the intersection of Old Black Colony and FM 1626. This requirement may lead the initial construction work pending a design and construction agreement with TxDOT.

September 2023: The City will continue to work with property owners along Old Black Colony Road and is reviewing input received from the open house that was held on September 27, 2023.

August 2023:
• K Friese + Associates is currently working on the 30% preliminary design and cost estimates, and we project product delivery in November 2023.

• The City is engaging property owners along Old Black Colony to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project in October 2023. A public meeting and virtual open house are also planned. Stakeholder input will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction which is anticipated to begin in early 2025.

• The scope of work and design includes a full traffic signal at the intersection of Old Black Colony and FM 1626. This requirement may lead the initial construction work pending a design and construction agreement with TXDOT and Hays County.

April 2023: Geotechnical work was conducted and K Friese + Associates is currently working on the preliminary design.

February 2023: The Buda City Council approved a new contract for the reconstruction of Old Black Colony Road, awarded to K Friese + Associates. Field work has started to collect data.

Current Status:

• The City of Buda is developing and considering options for the design of Overpass Road and the intersection at FM 2001. Improvements to Overpass Road and FM 2001 likely affects the intersection of Overpass Road and E Goforth Street and Fire Cracker Drive. Overpass Road and FM 2001 are TXDOT roadways thereby requiring coordination and collaboration to enable any improvements to the intersection(s). Hence, the project timeline likely will be determined by or made in coordination with TXDOT.

• This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of these roadways to the City of Buda.

Updated January 2024

Previous Updates

December 2023: The City of Buda is developing and considering options for the design of Overpass Road and the intersection at FM 2001. Improvements to Overpass Road and FM 2001 likely affects the intersection of Overpass Road and E Goforth Street and Fire Cracker Drive. Overpass Road and FM 2001 are TXDOT roadways thereby requiring coordination and collaboration to enable any improvements to the intersection(s). Hence, the project timeline likely will be determined by or made in coordination with TXDOT.

November 2023: The City of Buda is developing and considering options for the design of Overpass Road and the intersection at FM 2001. Improvements to Overpass Road and FM 2001 likely affect the intersection of Overpass Road and E Goforth Street and Fire Cracker Drive. Overpass Road and FM 2001 are TXDOT roadways thereby requiring coordination and collaboration to enable any improvements to the intersection(s).

October 2023: The City of Buda is developing and considering options for the design of Overpass Road and the intersection at FM 2001. Improvements to Overpass Road and FM 2001 likely affects the intersection of Overpass Road and E Goforth Street and Fire Cracker Drive. Overpass Road is a TXDOT roadway thereby requiring coordination and collaboration to enable any improvements to the intersection(s).

April 2023: The City of Buda is working on preliminary design.

Current Status:

• The overall roadway project from IH-35 frontage road to South Loop 4 is substantially complete.

• The City, County, and TXDOT are collaborating in the design development stage for Robert S. Light and Main Street/S. Loop 4 intersection traffic signal.

Updated January 2024

Previous Updates

November 2023: The overall project is substantially complete. A new intersection signal is in the design development stage for Robert S. Light and Main Street/S. Loop 4.

October 2023: The overall project is under construction. A new intersection signal is planned for Robert S. Light and Main Street/S. Loop 4. The design is underway for the new signal.

May 2023: The City of Buda is identifying the scope for this project.

Current Status:

• Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete.

• WSB presented the proposed deceleration lanes to the Buda Bond Oversight Committee on Nov. 20, 2023, and Jan. 22, 2024. Eastbound right-turn deceleration lanes are recommended at both intersections with Garlic Creek Drive: Garlic Creek Drive/Remuda Trail and Garlic Creek Drive/Grove Lane. A public and neighborhood meeting was held on Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design, which began in early April 2024.

• WSB finalized the 30% preliminary design in January 2024. City Council reviewed the revised preliminary design on Feb. 6, 2024 and approved the proposed design. Final design began in late-March 2024 and is expected to be completed this fall 2024.

• This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of this roadway to the City of Buda.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

• Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. WSB presented the proposed deceleration lanes to the Bond Committee on Nov. 20, 2023. Eastbound right-turn deceleration lanes are recommended at both intersections with Garlic Creek Drive: Garlic Creek Drive/Remuda Trail and Garlic Creek Drive/Grove Lane. A public and neighborhood meeting was held on Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design, which is anticipated to begin in early 2024.

• This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of this roadway to the City of Buda.

December 2023:

Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. WSB presented the proposed deceleration lanes to the Bond Committee on November 20, 2023. Eastbound right-turn deceleration lanes are recommended at both intersections with Garlic Creek Drive: Garlic Creek Drive/Remuda Trail and Garlic Creek Drive/Grove Lane. A public and neighborhood meeting is scheduled for December 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction, which is anticipated to begin in Early 2025.

• WSB will complete the preliminary design in January 2024.

November 2023: WSB will complete the preliminary design in January 2024. Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. WSB and city staff will present the proposed deceleration lanes to the Bond Committee in November 2023 setting the conditions for public and neighborhood meetings in late-2023 or early-2024.

October 2023: WSB is working on the preliminary design. Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. Preliminary design on where acceleration or deceleration lanes would be beneficial for safety and traffic flow will be complete in November 2023.

April 2023: WSB is currently working on the preliminary design. Anticipated completion of preliminary design phase is Spring 2023.

March 2023: WSB conducted an analysis of traffic data and demand related to peak traffic movements.

February 2023: The City conducted field work and collected data.

November 2022: The Buda City Council awarded the contract to WSB, not to exceed $530,000.

September 2022: The City of Buda is identifying the scope for this project.

Current Status:

• Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. WSB presented the proposed right-turn lane to the Bond Committee on Nov. 20, 2023 and Jan. 22, 2024. An additional westbound lane is recommended along RM967 between Canyon Wren and FM1626.

• A public and neighborhood meeting was held on Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design, which is anticipated to begin in March 2024.

• WSB finalized the 30% preliminary design in January 2024. City Council reviewed the revised preliminary design on Feb. 6, 2024. Final design will begin Summer 2024.

• This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of this roadway to the City of Buda.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

• Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete.

• WSB presented the proposed right turn lane to the Bond Committee on Nov. 20, 2023. An additional westbound lane is recommended along RM967 between Canyon Wren and FM16526.

• A public and neighborhood meeting was held on Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design, which is anticipated to begin in Early 2024.

• This project involves TxDOT right of way and requires a funding and engineering agreement before seeking bids unless, upon agreement, TxDOT relinquishes control of this roadway to the City of Buda.

December 2023:

• Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. WSB presented the proposed right turn lane to the Bond Committee on Nov. 20, 2023. An additional westbound lane is recommended along RM967 between Canyon Wren and FM1626. A public and neighborhood meeting is scheduled for Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design and construction, which is anticipated to begin in Early 2025.

• WSB will complete the preliminary design in January 2024.

November 2023: Analysis of traffic, turning movements, to accommodate Buda’s future growth is complete. We will present WSB’s preliminary design on the length of the right-turn lane and recommended travel lane improvements to the Bond Committee in November, and the preliminary design will be complete in January 2024.

October 2023: WSB is working on the preliminary design. Analysis of traffic, turning movements, and future growth is complete. Preliminary design on the length of the right-turn lane and recommended travel lane improvements will be complete in January 2024.

April 2023: WSB is currently working on the preliminary design. Anticipated completion of preliminary design phase is Spring 2023.

February 2023: The City conducted field work and collected data.

Current Status: The City of Buda and Hays County entered into a funding agreement for the cost-sharing of this project after it was authorized by City Council in February 21, 2023.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

The City of Buda and Hays County have entered into a funding agreement for the cost-sharing of this project.

Current Status:

• The City’s design consultant, WSB, completed the topographic survey of the project areas and is in 90% design phase of the new sidewalks.

• The project was presented to the Buda Bond Oversight Committee on Jan. 22, 2024, and City Council on Feb. 6, 2024. The sidewalk gap along Old San Antonio Road was removed from the scope of work. The existing narrow sidewalk in front of 270 Old San Antonio Road may be reconstructed by the City’s Public Works Department.

• The sidewalk gap along Cabela’s Drive is at 90% design level. Engagement with property owner(s) for dedication of easements is underway.

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024: The City’s design consultant, WSB, completed the topographic survey of the project areas and is in 90% design phase of the new sidewalks. Engagement with all three property owners for dedication of easements are underway. Two property owners are willing to dedicate the easements for the construction of the sidewalks.

December 2023: The City’s design consultant, WSB, completed the topographic survey of the project areas and is in 60% design phase of the new sidewalks. Engagement with all three property owners for dedication of easements are underway. Two property owners are willing to dedicate the easements for the construction of the sidewalks.

November 2023: The City’s design consultant, WSB, completed the topographic survey of the project areas and is in 60% design phase of the new sidewalks. Engagement with two property owners for dedication of easements began this past week. One property owner is willing to dedicate the easement at no cost to our taxpayers!

October 2023: The City’s design consultant, WSB, has completed the topographic survey of the project areas and is in 60% design phase of the new sidewalks.

August 2023: The City’s design consultant, WSB, completed the topographic and metes and bounds survey of the project areas and initiated preliminary design of the new sidewalks. Staff intend to advertise the project as an invitation for bids in October.

January 2023: In January, City officials approved a contract to begin work on the construction of a temporary sidewalk, bridge structure, and pedestrian crossing to provide safe pedestrian access between Bella Vita neighborhood and downtown Buda.

Current Status:

• The City’s geotechnical consultant provided soil samples and test reports to the design consultant, K Friese + Associates.

• K Friese + Associates have evaluated the requirements and reports and have developed a recommendation to rehabilitate Talley Loop.

• The pavement recommendation was presented to the Buda Bond Oversight Committee on Nov. 20, 2023 and Jan. 22, 2024. A public and neighborhood meeting was held on Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as it moves through final design.

• The pavement recommendation was also presented to City Council on Feb 6, 2024 for approval. Final design is anticipated to be complete in Spring 2024 with construction beginning in Fall 2024.

• View the Talley Loop Rehabilitation Project Preliminary Design (Subject to change)

Updated April 2024

Previous Updates

January 2024:

• The City’s geotechnical consultant provided soil sample and testing report to the design consultant, K Friese + Associates.

• K Friese + Associates has evaluated the requirements and reports and has developed a recommendation to rehabilitate Talley Loop.

• The pavement recommendation was presented to the Bond Committee on Nov. 20, 2023. A public and neighborhood meeting is scheduled for Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves through final design and construction, which is anticipated to begin in Fall 2024.

December 2023:

• The City’s geotechnical consultant provided soil sample and testing report to the design consultant, K Friese + Associates.

• K Friese + Associates has evaluated the requirements and reports and has developed a recommendation to rehabilitate Talley Loop.

• The pavement recommendation was presented to the Bond Committee on Nov. 20, 2023. A public and neighborhood meeting is scheduled for Dec. 4, 2023 at the Garlic Creek Amenity Center. Stakeholder input has and will shape and guide the project as the project moves through final design and construction, which is anticipated to begin in Fall 2024.

November 2023:
• The City’s geotechnical consultant provided soil sample and testing report to the design consultant, K Friese + Associates, for integration into the preliminary design.

• K Friese + Associates will evaluate the requirements and reports to develop recommendations to rehabilitate Talley Loop for public engagement in late-2023 or early-2024.

October 2023:
• The City’s geotechnical consultant provided soil sample and testing report to the design consultant, K Friese + Associates, for integration into the preliminary design.

• K Friese + Associates will evaluate the requirements and reports to develop recommendations to rehabilitate Talley Loop for public engagement in December 2023.

April 2023: K Friese + Associates is working on preliminary design. The City’s geotechnical consultant is working on completing soil and groundwater sampling.

November 2022: The Buda City Council awarded the contract to K Friese + Associates, not to exceed $155,000.

September 2022: The City of Buda is identifying the scope for this project.

Current Status:

Freese and Nichols, Inc. refined the preliminary design of the W Goforth Project in February 2024. The design was presented to City Council on Feb. 20, 2024. The Council’s Mobility Committee reviewed the proposed design on Mar. 21, 2024 to further evaluate the project. The proposed design was presented to Council for further consideration on Apr. 16, 2024.

City engagement with property owners along W Goforth Road will occurred in early May 2024 to ensure impacted property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements regarding easements, right-of-way, drainage, utilities, and property impacts. A virtual open house was released on May 16 and was open through June 13, 2024 to inform the public of the proposed project and receive input and feedback. An in-person public meeting was held on Jun. 11, 2024 to give the public additional opportunities to view and provide input on the project. From these meetings, the City and design team hope to gain the insight and input for consideration for planning and design of the W Goforth Road improvements.

The public feedback was presented to the Buda Bond Oversight Committee and City Council on June 18, 2024. The design team received input and will present a modified preliminary design concept to Council in August 2024.

• Freese and Nichols, Inc. refined the preliminary design of the W Goforth Project in February 2024. The design was presented to City Council on Feb. 20, 2024. The Mobility Committee reviewed the proposed design on Mar. 21, 2024 to further evaluate the project. The proposed design will be presented to Council for further consideration in April 2024.

• City engagement with property owners along W Goforth Road will occur in Spring 2024 to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements regarding easements, right-of-way, drainage, utilities, and property impacts. From these meetings, the City and design team hope to gain insight and input for consideration for planning and design of the W Goforth Road improvements.

Updated July 2024

Previous Updates

April 2024:

• Freese and Nichols, Inc. refined the preliminary design of the W Goforth Project in February 2024. The design was presented to City Council on Feb. 20, 2024. The Mobility Committee reviewed the proposed design on Mar. 21, 2024 to further evaluate the project. The proposed design will be presented to Council for further consideration in April 2024.

• City engagement with property owners along W Goforth Road will occur in Spring 2024 to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements regarding easements, right-of-way, drainage, utilities, and property impacts. From these meetings, the City and design team hope to gain insight and input for consideration for planning and design of the W Goforth Road improvements.

January 2024:

• Freese and Nichols, Inc., continues to refine the design of the W Goforth Project in preparation for stakeholder review.

December 2023:

• Freese and Nichols, Inc., will complete the preliminary design in December 2023.

• City engagement with property owners along W Goforth Road will kick off in Early 2024 to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements regarding easements, right-of-way, drainage, utilities, and property impacts. From meetings with property owners, the City and design team hope to gain the insights and input for consideration for planning and design of the W Goforth Road improvements.

• Following property owner meetings, we will hold a public engagement meeting to inform the public and property owners of the proposed design.

November 2023:
• Freese and Nichols, Inc. will complete the preliminary design in December 2023.

• City engagement with property owners along W Goforth Road will kick off in December 2023. The initial objective is to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements regarding easements, drainage, utilities, and property impacts, and gain the direct and indirect insights and input for inclusion or consideration for planning and design. In January 2024, we will kick off the New Year at a gallop as we involve the public in elemental and functional design awareness and input for final design through the end of March.

October 2023:
• Freese and Nichols, Inc. is working on the preliminary design.

• The City plans to start engaging with property owners along W Goforth Road in December 2023 to ensure property owners are aware and informed of the project and its associated requirements. The goal is to meet with property owners, gain insight and input, and prepare to make the public aware of the project in January 2024. Stakeholder input will shape and guide the project as the project moves into final design.

August 2023: On Aug. 21, 2023, the City staff presented the preliminary design and sought input from the Buda Bond Oversight Committee for form and functional recommendations, elements, and street sections as input for the schematic design. The City plans to conduct a public meeting in November 2023 to discuss the project with the property owners, neighborhoods, businesses, and the community.

April 2023: Geotechnical field work was completed and samples were sent to lab for analysis. The city is currently evaluating four design options developed by the design team, Freese and Nichols. The team will share an update and the recommended design option with City Council this summer.

April 2023: Freese and Nichols is working on the preliminary design.

March 2023: Preparations for Geotechnical work began on West Goforth Road to evaluate the soil, rock, groundwater, and other materials prior to the preliminary design.

February 2023: The Buda City Council approved a new contract for the reconstruction of West Goforth Road, awarded to Freese and Nichols. Field work has already started to collect data.

As projects move forward, updates will be added here.