Transportation
BY SIERRA MARTIN & AMIRA VAN LEEUWEN
$11.4M Marketplace Ave. extension breaks ground The first transportation project in Kyle’s 2022 Road Bond Program has finally broken ground. The city held a groundbreaking ceremony Oct. 15 to kick off construction of the extension of Marketplace Avenue, according to a news release. How we got here In November 2022, Kyle voters approved Propo- sition A, which funds eight transportation projects totaling 10.3 miles. The projects will reconstruct and widen existing roads to improve the city’s transportation network, according to the release. The details Construction will be for a 0.6-mile, four-lane road with a raised median and center turn lanes to connect both segments of Marketplace, relieving congestion, according to the release. Mayor Travis Mitchell said this was the first
San Marcos launches traffic monitoring tool The city of San Marcos has announced SMTX Go, a new website to access real-time info on traffic and transportation options. An interactive map allows users to see: • Railroad crossing closures • Real-time bus tracking • Live camera feeds • Waze traffic conditions and incident reports Zooming in “Our aim is to give residents and visitors the tools they need to navigate the city efficiently, whether they are walking, biking, riding a bus or using scooters,” Public Works Director Sabas Avila said in a news release. The new website is live and can be accessed at https://smtxgo.sanmarcostx.gov.
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project to begin because it goes entirely through a field. He said the right of way was donated so the city didn’t have to purchase the dirt. Notable quote “Today’s groundbreaking is more than just about infrastructure. It’s about investing in the well-being of our community,” Police Chief Jeff Barnett said. “This roadway, once complete, will connect our residents and our visitors to future vital medical services as well as our ever-grow- ing variety of amazing dining and shopping opportunities.”
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