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MEMORANDUM
DATE: October 16, 2026
TO: The Honorable Mayor Watts and Council Members
FROM: Cassey Ogden, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Friday Staff Report
Upcoming Meetings
1. Public Utilities Board on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the City Council
Work Session Room.
2. Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone No. 1 Board on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at
12:00 p.m. at the Development Service Center.
3. Planning and Zoning Commission on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. in the
City Council Work Session Room & Council Chambers.
4. Community Partnership Committee on Friday, October 23, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. in the City
Council Work Session Room.
Please check the City of Denton website for final meeting days and times as information is subject
to change after the Friday Report is published. Public Meetings & Agendas | Denton, TX
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General Information & Status Updates
A.Monthly Financial Reports – The Monthly Financial Report provides a year-to-date
comprehensive overview of the City of Denton's financial performance, including key
revenue and expenditure highlights, as well as budget variances. The August 2026 Monthly
Financial Report can be accessed here. Staff contact: Matt Hamilton, Finance
B.Inclement Weather Shelter – On Oct. 14, the Inclement Weather Shelter at the Denton
Community Shelter (909 N. Loop 288) was opened by Our Daily Bread. The inclement
weather shelter is opened in accordance with the City’s Use of Facilities for Inclement
Weather Policy to provide overnight cooling for individuals when there is a Major
HeatRisk, representing a major risk of heat-related impacts affecting all individuals without
proper hydration and adequate cooling. The table below details the shelter’s utilization on
Oct. 14. Additional information on shelter and weather resources, including instructions on
how to sign up for inclement weather alerts, can be found on the City’s website. Staff
contact: Julia Alessandra, Community Services
HeatRisk HeatRisk: 2 (Moderate)*
Date 10/14/2026
Denton Community Shelter Occupied
Beds (Standard Capacity: 195) 130
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Responses to Council Member Requests for Information
A. Economic Development Strategic Plan – On Oct. 12, Council Member Ferrie inquired
about the timeline for an update to the Economic Development Strategic Plan, which was
adopted in 2020. Several items remain active and relevant from the current plan. Typically,
the cost to draft and adopt an economic development strategic plan ranges from $100k–
$200k. Funding for a new plan will be requested through the next budget process.
The Economic Development Partnership Board is finalizing a work plan discussed during
its recent retreat. The board’s objectives will be incorporated into the department’s
operational goals and continue advancing initiatives outlined in the Design Downtown Plan
and the Southeast Denton Area Plan. Staff contact: Brittany Sotelo, Economic
Development
B. Green Ribbon Program – On Oct. 8, Council Member Rumohr shared an inquiry about
potentially implementing the TxDOT Green Ribbon program along a section of University
Drive, and whether a wildflower area is feasible instead of a fully landscaped and irrigated
space. Wildflowers can be incorporated into Green Ribbon projects, but staff would need
TxDOT to confirm eligibility for a wildflower-only proposal. The program emphasizes
enhancing the natural landscape and improving air quality, making plant selection and trees
important components. These projects also carry a long-term landscape maintenance
agreement, with future changes to the approved design requiring TxDOT approval.
The implementation cycles are currently in flux while TxDOT evaluates the program. Staff
confirmed that applications may not open until December 2027. Staff will continue
tracking the program. Staff contact: Jen Basham, Parks & Recreation
C. Construction Traffic Hazard – On Oct. 7, Mayor Watts shared an inquiry regarding traffic
hazards caused by a construction crew on Sundown Boulevard. On Oct. 9, City inspections
staff addressed the traffic control issues by having the contractor move their trucks and put
flaggers into place. Additionally, the City is scheduling a meeting with the developer to
address the ongoing issues. Staff will continue to visit the site each day to monitor the
situation. Staff contact: Seth Garcia, Capital Projects & Street Operations
D. US 380 Lighting Project Update – On Oct. 14, Council Member Rumohr requested an
update and timeline for the US 380 lighting project. The Notice to Proceed for this project
was issued on June 15, 2026. The project is ahead of schedule with most of the conduit
now in place, and the contractor is working on pole foundations. The contract is 360 days,
and current completion date is June 10, 2027. This information has been updated on the
US 380 Lighting Discuss Denton page. Staff contact: Seth Garcia, Capital Projects & Street
Operations
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E. Bowling Green Park Improvements Update – On Oct. 14, Council Member Rumohr
requested an update and timeline for the Bowling Green Park improvement project. The
completion date for the Bowling Green Park Improvements Project is approximately the
end of Q1, 2027. Notable updates include the following:
• Trail construction adjacent to the new pedestrian bridge towards Fireside sidewalk.
• Preparation for the new pavilion.
• Water tap and meter.
• Irrigation.
• Sod.
Staff contact: Ziad Kharrat, Parks & Recreation
F. Holiday Fire Engine Parade – On Oct. 14, Mayor Pro Tem Stevens inquired about
bringing back the Santa on a Fire Engine program. The Fire Department will bring back
its holiday fire engine parade for the 2026 season. Fire engines decorated for Christmas
will drive through the city playing holiday music. The program is staffed by Fire
employees and their families who volunteer their time. In past years, they enjoyed
spreading holiday cheer as much as residents enjoyed watching the engines go by.
This year, Fire staff will introduce planned routes that will be shared with the public well
in advance. They may also include stops at local parks along the way to offer fun photo
opportunities. Fire will share more details with Council in late November. Staff contact:
Kenneth Hedges, Fire
G. Jail Bonding Inquiry – On Oct. 5, Council Member Ferrie shared an inquiry about whether
someone is required to have a permanent address to bond out of jail. There is not a
requirement for a permanent address to be on file to bond out of our jail if someone is
posting a cash bond. However, a private bondsman may be requiring a permanent address
in order to post a bond for an individual. Staff contact: Cynthia Burkett, Municipal Court
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Upcoming Community Events and Public Meetings
Please visit the City of Denton website for upcoming community events and details.
Information
A.Council Requests for Information .......................................................................................6
B.Public Meetings Calendar ...................................................................................................7
C.Future Work Session Items ...............................................................................................10
D.Street Closure Report ........................................................................................................11
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Friday Report - Council Requests FY 26-27Summary of Request or ItemCouncil Member Requestor Date Received Staff AssignedDepartmentCommentsAction1Amarillo Street Follow UpMayor Pro Tem Stevens 10/05/26 Seth GarciaCapital Projects & Street OpsMeeting Scheduled.Complete2Jail Bond RequirementsCouncil Member Ferrie10/05/26 Jamie LindsayMunicipal CourtResponse sent.Complete3Micromobility MeetingCouncil Member Ferrie10/12/26 Brittany SoteloEconomic DevelopmentResponse sent.Complete4Go Zone Service AreaCouncil Member Holland 10/02/26 Farhan ButtDevelopment ServicesResponse sent.Complete5Economic Development Strategic Plan Council Member Ferrie10/09/26 Brittany SoteloEconomic DevelopmentResponse sent.Complete6Sundown Ranch ConstructionMayor Watts10/07/26 Seth GarciaCapital Projects & Street OpsResponse sent.Complete7Green Ribbon ProjectCouncil Member Rumohr 10/08/26 Jen BashamParksResponse sent.Complete8HOT Fund HistoryCouncil Member Ferrie10/12/26 Matthew HamiltonFinanceResponse sent.Complete9Santa on a Fire EngineMayor Pro Tem Stevens 10/14/26 Kenneth HedgesCMOResponse sent.Complete10US 380 Lighting UpdateCouncil Member Rumohr 10/14/26 Seth GarciaCapital Projects & Street OpsResponse sent.Complete11Michelin GuideMayor Pro Tem Stevens 09/30/26 Brittany SoteloEconomic DevelopmentResponse sent.Complete12Bowling Green Park UpdateCouncil Member Rumohr 10/14/26 Jen BashamParksResponse sent.Complete13Overnight shelterCouncil Member Ferrie10/05/26 Jesse Kent, Matthew Hamilton Community Services FinanceReferred to staff.In Progress14PlacerAI Tool UsageCouncil Member Ferrie10/05/26 Brittany SoteloEconomic DevelopmentReferred to staff.In Progress15Sherman basin litterMayor Pro Tem Stevens 10/09/26 Charlie Rosendahl, Jesse Kent Community Services Development Services Referred to staff.In Progress16Property Construction Concern Follow-upCouncil Member Rumohr 10/12/26 Charlie RosendahlDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.In Progress17Hobson Lane Right TurnCouncil Member Holland 10/11/26 Farhan ButtDevelopment ServicesReferred to staff.In Progress18Evacuation Plan Follow UpMayor Pro Tem Stevens 10/16/26 Kenneth HedgesFireReferred to staff.In Progress19Pedestrian traffic at Bronco Way Council Member Rumohr 09/28/26 Farhan ButtDevelopment ServicesAudit scheduled October 14.Findings October 20Scheduled6Table of contents
Meeting Calendar
City of Denton City Hall
215 E. McKinney St.
Denton, Texas 76201
www.cityofdenton.com
Criteria : Begin Date: 10/19/2026, End Date: 1/22/2027
Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body
October 2026
10/19/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
10/21/2026 12:00 PM Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
Number One Board
Development Service Center
10/21/2026 5:30 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
10/23/2026 9:00 AM Community Partnership Committee Council Work Session Room
10/26/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center
10/26/2026 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
10/27/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
10/28/2026 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Cancelled
10/28/2026 11:30 AM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
10/28/2026 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
10/28/2026 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory
Committee
City Council Work Session Room
November 2026
11/2/2026 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification
Board
Civic Center Community Room
11/4/2026 10:00 AM Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Animal Services Training Room
11/4/2026 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership
Board
Development Service Center
11/5/2026 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room
11/5/2026 12:00 PM Bond Oversight Committee Council Work Session Room
11/5/2026 6:00 PM Denton Police Department Chief of
Police Advisory Board
Public Safety Training Center
719 E. Hickory Street
Denton, Texas 76205
11/9/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
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Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body
Meeting Calendar continued...
11/9/2026 5:30 PM Historic Landmark Commission Development Service Center
11/9/2026 5:30 PM Library Board Emily Fowler Central Library
11/11/2026 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
11/12/2026 9:00 AM Main Street Board Development Service Center
11/12/2026 3:00 PM Health & Building Standards
Commission
Development Service Center
11/13/2026 10:00 AM Community Services Advisory
Committee
Development Service Center
11/16/2026 3:00 PM Development Code Review Committee Development Services Center
11/16/2026 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
11/17/2026 12:00 PM Denton City Public Facility Corporation Council Work Session Room
11/17/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
11/18/2026 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room
11/18/2026 12:00 PM Tax Increment Reinvestment Zone
Number One Board
Development Service Center
11/18/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
11/19/2026 3:00 PM Committee on Persons with Disabilities Development Service Center
11/20/2026 9:00 AM Community Partnership Committee Council Work Session Room
11/25/2026 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
December 2026
12/1/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
12/3/2026 8:00 AM Agenda Committee Council Work Session Room
12/3/2026 8:30 AM Downtown Economic Development
Committee
Development Service Center
12/3/2026 4:00 PM Public Art Committee Civic Center Community Room
12/7/2026 9:00 AM Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
12/7/2026 6:00 PM Parks, Recreation and Beautification
Board
Civic Center Community Room
12/9/2026 11:00 AM Economic Development Partnership
Board
Development Service Center
12/9/2026 1:00 PM Sustainability Framework Advisory
Committee
City Council Work Session Room
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Date Time Meeting LocationMeeting Body
Meeting Calendar continued...
12/9/2026 3:00 PM Airport Advisory Board Airport Terminal Meeting Room
12/10/2026 3:00 PM Health & Building Standards
Commission
Development Service Center
12/11/2026 9:00 AM Community Partnership Committee Council Work Session Room
12/14/2026 Public Utilities Board Council Work Session Room
12/14/2026 5:30 PM Board of Ethics Council Work Session Room
12/14/2026 5:30 PM Library Board North Branch Library
12/14/2026 5:30 PM Zoning Board of Adjustment Development Service Center
12/15/2026 2:00 PM City Council Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
12/16/2026 10:00 AM Mobility Committee Council Work Session Room
12/16/2026 5:00 PM Planning and Zoning Commission Council Work Session Room
&
Council Chambers
12/23/2026 1:00 PM Civil Service Commission City Hall East
Human Resources Training Room
12/31/2026 City Council Council Chambers
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Meeting Date Item Legistar ID Departments Involved Type Estimated
Time
A. Federal Legislative Update 26-0972 City Manager's Office City Business 0:30
B. Structural Changes to Ethics Ordinance 26-1704 Internal Audit Council Request 1:00
C. Denton Renewable Resource Plan Updates 26-1354 DME City Business 1:00
D. DME Electric Fund Balance 26-1705 Finance City Business 0:30
E. New South Branch Library and Active Adult Center 26-1706 Capital Projects City Business 0:30
X. Two Minute Pitch:26-0635 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Federal Grants Discussion Legal (if any)City Business 0:30
Total Est. Time: 4:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Council Priority Update (Affordable Housing)TBD Community Services City Business 1:00
B. Franchise Fee Collections Audit Follow-Up 26-1191 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
C. Network Management Audit Follow-Up 26-1190 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
D: Tree and Landscape Code 26-1608 Development Services City Business 0:30
E: Multifamily Moratorium 26-1395 Development Services City Business 0:45
X. Two Minute Pitch:26-0636 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Review City Manager applicant Legal (if any)City Business 1:15
Total Est. Time: 4:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Boards and Commissions Update TBD City Secretary's Office Council Request 0:45
B. Citizens' Committee of Art and Culture TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
C. Minimum Parking Reduction Pilot Program 26-1607 Development Services City Business 0:45
D. MUD Policy 26-1611 Development Services City Business 1:00
X. Two Minute Pitch: 26-0637 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Review candidates Legal (if any)City Business 2:00
Total Est. Time: 5:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Hold for City Manager Interviews TBD 0:00
B.0:00
C. 0:00
X. Two Minute Pitch:26-0638 City Manager's Office Council Request 0:00
Closed Meeting Item(s): Interviews Legal (if any)City Business 4:15
Total Est. Time: 4:15
Other Major Items for Meeting:~ 2 0 2 7 ~
A. Monthly Financial Update TBD Finance City Business 0:45
B. Parks Update TBD Parks City Business 0:45
C. ED Catalyst Projects TBD Economic Development City Business 1:00
D. Community Forever Village 26-2429 Development Services City Business 0:45
E. Financial Planning Audit 25-2153 Internal Audit City Business 0:15
X. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:30
Total Est. Time: 4:30
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Monthly Financial Update TBD Finance City Business 0:15
B.TBD City Business 0:00
C. TBD City Business 0:00
X. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:30
Total Est. Time: 1:15
Other Major Items for Meeting:
A. Quakertown Memorial Fund TBD Council Request 0:30
B. City-Wide Fiscal Impact Analysis TBD Council Request 0:30
C. TBD City Business 0:00
X. Two Minute Pitch:TBD City Manager's Office Council Request 0:30
Closed Meeting Item(s): Legal (if any)City Business 0:30
Total Est. Time: 2:00
Other Major Items for Meeting:
Tentative Work Session Topics and Meeting Information
Updated: October 14, 2026
December 15
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.)
October 27
Work Session (@1:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (Upon
conclusion of the WS)
February 2, 2027 Tentative
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.)
February 16, 2027 Tentative
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.)
December 1
Work Session (@1:00 p.m.)
Regular Meeting (@ 6:30 p.m.)
January 12
Work Session (@2:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (Upon
conclusion of the WS)
November 17
Work Session (@1:00 p.m.)
Special Called Meeting (Upon
conclusion of the WS)
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1 Street Closure Report: Upcoming ClosuresSCR Oct 19th - 25thStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact Closure Type1University Dr W200' West of Bonnie Brae Intersection 500' East of Bonnie Brae Intersection10/21/26 11/18/26 Saw cutting on US-380 joint for new tie in of concrete for newNorth Bound Bonnie Brae Street.EngineeringTaylor HoltLane Closure2Vintage BlvdI-35 W (North Bound service road) approx. 1100' to the east10/26/26 11/16/26 New drive approach and turn lane installPublic Works Inspections Jacob O'BriantLane Closure Exported on October 15, 2026 1:23:15 PM CDT11Table of contents
2 Street Closure Report: Current ClosuresStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact Closure Type1Carroll BlvdOak StSycamore St09/28/26 10/30/26 Driver Pipeline to use TCP set to retire gas service along the southsideof Carroll Boulevard.AtmosZabdiel MotaLane Closure2Carroll BlvdPrairie StHickory St08/24/26 11/06/26 Driver to perform gas work at the SE corner of intersection ofCarroll/Mulberry Street.Atmos Public WorksInspectionsZabdiel MotaLane Closure3Carroll Blvd SPearl StMulberry St W10/12/26 11/09/26 Driver Pipeline will use the TCP during their gas main line relocationahead of City of Denton CIP (PEC4)Public Works Inspections Zabdiel MotaLane Closure4Fishtrap Rd5501 Fishtrap Rd (Fishtrap BusinessCenter)Greenleaf Cir10/12/26 12/07/26 Fink Construction extending waterline on Fishtrap for Riviera MobileHome Park.Public Works Inspections Eder TalamantesLane Closure5Hickory Creek RdRiverpass DrCountry Club Rd (FM 1830) 03/13/23 12/31/26 Bridge InstallationEngineeringTracy BeckFull Closure6McKinney StLoop 288500' east of Loop 28810/13/26 11/04/26 Demo existing curb-gutter and install new D/W approachPublic Works Inspections Jacob O'BriantLane Closure7Quail Creek DrStockbridge RdBerry Down Ln05/04/26 10/23/26 Replacing water linesPrivate Development PublicWorks InspectionsAlexander CervantesFull Closure8Redstone RdHercules LnNeptune Dr05/05/25 10/31/26 Utilities and Pavement replacementEngineeringDante HaleFull Closure9Robson Ranch RdI-35WGibbs Road/Ed Robson Blvd 08/10/26 02/06/27 Roadway widening from Sagehawk Drive to I-35W and at the GibbsRoad/Ed Robson Blvd intersectionEngineeringMegan DavidsonLane Closure10Stockbridge DrHudsonwood DrQuail Creek Dr03/30/26 10/23/26 Contractor replacing water lines for Providence Place ProjectPrivate Development PublicWorks InspectionsAlexander Cervantes11Stuart RdSun Valley DrImperial Dr05/15/26 10/23/26 Utility WorkPublic Works Inspections Armando BeltranLane Closure12Windsor DrBonnie Brae StWestgate Dr03/26/26 10/23/26 Water Tap and Tie in. Closure will be active from 9am-3pmPublic Works Inspections Armando BeltranLane Closure13Yellowstone PlImperial DrSun Valley Dr05/15/26 10/23/26 Utility WorkPublic Works Inspections Armando BeltranLane Closure Exported on October 15, 2026 1:23:27 PM CDT12Table of contents
3 Street Closure Report: Completed ClosuresStreet/ IntersectionFromToClosure StartDateClosure EndDateDescriptionDepartmentDepartment Contact Closure Type1Bonnie Brae StUniversity Dr (US 380)Carril Al Lago Dr07/13/26 10/10/26 Contractor is to demo existingsouthbound lanes of BonnieBraeEngineeringJesus PerezLane Closure2Bonnie Brae StUniversity Dr (US 380)Elm St (US77)05/11/26 10/10/26 Contractor will continue todemolish and installinfrastructure along the wholelength of the project. At timesContractor will need the use ofan additional lane.EngineeringJesus PerezRolling Closure3Bonnie Brae StRiney Rd / Bronco Way Elm St (US77)05/22/26 10/10/26 Contractor to construct the newconcrete southbound lanes.EngineeringJesus PerezFull Closure4Carril Al Lago DrAurora LnBonnie Brae St05/25/26 10/10/26 Contractor will be demolishingthe street intersection andmedian to the new right of wayline.EngineeringJesus PerezFull Closure5Highland St WWelch StBernard St08/03/26 10/05/26 Reconstruct on W Highland StreetsJesse RodriguezFull Closure6Micro Surfacing Program Multiple Streets and Dayshttps://www.cityofdenton.com/m/newsflash/home/detail/133809/09/26 09/29/26A city contractor will beperforming an annualpreventative maintenancetreatment to various roadsurfaces throughout the city.Please visithttps://www.cityofdenton.com/m/newsflash/home/detail/1338 formore details.StreetsJesse RodriguezRolling Closure7Oak StCarroll BlvdFry St05/08/26 10/16/26 A&D completing restoration forgas workPublic Works Inspections Stephany TrammellRolling Closure8Oak StWelch StAve C05/08/26 10/16/26 A&D completing restoration forgas workPublic Works Inspections Stephany TrammellRolling Closure9Vintage Blvd (4301)Edge WayHidden Meadows Trail09/21/26 09/25/26 The right lane on vintage blvdwill be closed due to a storminlet demo. Traffic will bedirected into the left lane,contractor on needs one weekto finish demo.Private DevelopmentMichael CollinsLane Closure10Windsor DrNorthwayParkside Dr04/22/26 10/01/26 The Contractor will bedemolishing the asphaltroadway that form the (2) westbound lanes West of theWindsor/Bonnie Braeintersection.EngineeringJesus PerezLane Closure11Windsor DrNorthwayBonnie Brae St07/20/26 10/01/26 Contractor will be installingconcrete pavement on theeastbound lanes west of thestreet intersection of Windsor &Bonnie BraeEngineeringJesus PerezLane Closure Exported on October 15, 2026 1:23:36 PM CDT13Table of contents