2026 7 21 Regular Session Packet council

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CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE 
 
MEMORANDUM 
 
TO:  City Council  
DATE:  July 13, 2026  
FROM: Bridget Roberts, Interim City Manager  
RE: Funding TDOT Entrance Improvement – Congress Parkway and Lee Drive 
 
Overview 
This Council is being asked to consider roadway improvements associated with the Fox Den 
Subdivision entrance at Congress Parkway and Lee Drive. The proposed work is intended to 
correct the existing entrance alignment and improve traffic safety at this location . The project 
plans are prepared by Kimley-Horn. 
 
River Stone Construction has advised that the design has been approved by TDOT and that the 
improvement would correct the current condition that requires some drivers to make a U-turn or 
unsafe/illegal turning movement. River Stone estimates the total cons
truction cost at 
approximately $200,000 and has offered to contribute 50% of the project cost, up to 
approximately $100,000, through a cost-sharing agreement with the City. 
 
Financial Impact  
Estimated total project cost: $200,000 
Estimated River Stone contribution: 50%, up to approximately $100,000 
Estimated City share: approximately $100,000, depending on final scope and pricing.  
 
Funding Source  
Not budgeted for FY 2026-27. 
 
Request  
Council consideration is requested regarding whether to proceed with the proposed Congress 
Parkway/Lee Drive entrance improvements and whether to authorize the City to enter into a 
cost-sharing arrangement with River Stone Construction for the project. 
 
 
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