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Update to I-35 Cap and Stitch Program Funding and Scope

Original title: Approve a resolution directing the City Manager to update the I-35 Cap and Stitch Program to allow funding for the construction of two I-35 Cap and Stitch improvements that can be completed in the near future as well as work with the Texas Department of Transportation on funding commitments and decrease the appropriated amount of general obligation bonds for the Program.

May 28, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

This resolution changes the scope and financing of the I-35 infrastructure project, specifically reducing the city's bond-funded commitment while prioritizing two immediate construction improvements.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

City Manager

The City Manager is tasked with the administrative burden of updating the program and negotiating with state transportation officials.

Texas Department of Transportation

The department is required to engage in new funding commitment discussions with the city.

Local taxpayers

Taxpayers are affected by the change in the amount of general obligation bonds issued for this infrastructure project.

What changed

Last recorded activity May 28, 2026.

What's next

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Summary

The City Council is considering a resolution to refocus the I-35 Program on two near-term construction projects while reducing the total amount of allocated to the initiative. The City Manager is also directed to coordinate with the Texas Department of Transportation regarding long-term funding commitments.

Key Facts

The City Manager is directed to update the I-35 Cap and Stitch Program.
The program scope is narrowed to prioritize two specific improvements that can be completed in the near future.
The total amount of general obligation bonds appropriated for the program will be decreased.
The City Manager must work with the Texas Department of Transportation to secure funding commitments.
The resolution is filed under number 26-1893.
The resolution was introduced on May 14, 2026.

Why It Matters

This resolution changes the scope and financing of the I-35 infrastructure project, specifically reducing the city's bond-funded commitment while prioritizing two immediate construction improvements.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the I-35 Cap and Stitch Program?

It is a city infrastructure program focused on building 'caps' or 'stitches' over the I-35 highway to reconnect areas divided by the interstate.

Will this change how much money the city spends on the project?

Yes, the resolution explicitly directs a decrease in the amount of for the program.

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Shift to Near-Term Prioritization

The city is moving away from a broader program scope to focus on two specific, near-term deliverable projects.

I-35 Cap and Stitch Program

Connected Entities

organizationTexas Department of Transportation“Partner agency for funding commitments.”Map →

personCity Manager“Directed to update the program and coordinate with state agencies.”Map →

Sources

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