Welcome to our live blog from the College Station City Council meeting on Thursday, May 13. Public attendance is being allowed on a limited basis for the first time since March 9, 2020. The meeting starts after 5 p.m. and is streamed live on Suddenlink Channel 19 and at cstx.gov/cstv19. Continue reading Live Blog: Thursday’s city council meeting (May 13)
In the last nine months, we’ve seen many people discover and explore College Station’s 54 wonderful parks. We’ve especially noticed that more people are using the fabulous Lick Creek Hike and Bike Trail. With so many people using the trail, proper etiquette is necessary if we want safe and enjoyable experiences for all. Here’s some simple suggestions. Continue reading Practice courtesy on Lick Creek Hike and Bike Trail
Welcome to tonight’s live blog of the College Station City Council’s workshop and regular meetings. We’ll post the official minutes on the city’s website at a later date.
Both sessions are being broadcast live on Suddenlink Channel 19 and online at cstx.gov/cstv19. An archive of previous council meetings also is available on the website.
5:30 p.m.
The workshop meeting has started. Councilwoman Julie Schultz is absent tonight.
The College Station City Council gathers Thursday at city hall for its workshop (5:30 p.m. est.) and regular (7 p.m.) meetings. Here are five items to watch:
Bond Citizen Advisory Committee: In the workshop, the council will receive the Bond Citizen Advisory Committee’s recommendations for projects to include in a possible bond election in November. The committee was created to assess the city’s transportation, parks and facility needs.
Arts Council Presentation: The Arts Council of Brazos Valley will award $10,000 in scholarship funds to five graduating high school seniors who plan to pursue the arts in college.
Eisenhower Street Extension: The council will consider a $478,339 contract for the extension of Eisenhower Street from Ash Street to Lincoln Avenue. The project would include a two-lane road, a five-foot wide sidewalk, a 12-inch water line, a sewer manhole and sewer line, and street lighting along Eisenhower Street.
Lick Creek Hike & Bike Trail: The council will consider a $3.2 million contract for a hike and bike trail from Creek View Park to Lick Creek Park. The project would include on-street improvements west of State Highway 6 and a multi-use path between Highway 6 and Fitch Parkway and along Pebble Creek Parkway connecting Creek View Park to Lick Creek Park.
Joint Annexation Task Force: The council will appoint three of its members and a chairperson to serve with three Planning & Zoning Commissioners on the Joint Annexation Task Force. The group will update the timing, priorities and phasing of future annexations.
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