Round Rock City Council Packet Briefing - July 21, 2026

The Round Rock City Council held a packet briefing on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, at 7:30 AM in City Council Chambers to review and discuss items on the agenda for the July 23, 2026 City Council meeting. Mayor Craig Morgan presided, with all council members present: Mayor Pro-Tem Hilda Montgomery, Michelle Ly, Rene Flores, Melissa Fleming, Frank Ortega, and Kristin Stevens. No citizen comments were made. The briefing covered multiple staff presentations and council discussions.

Discussion Items

• G1 - 5-Year Allocation Plan (Transportation Economic Development Board): Kevin (staff) presented the proposed fiscal year 2027 budget and revised five-year allocation plan for the Round Rock Transportation Economic Development Corporation (Type B Board). The plan covers FY2027–FY2031 and totals $349.4 million, including $328.7 million for transportation projects, $14.6 million for economic development, and $6.2 million for recreation projects. Revenues come from a half-cent local sales tax, with additional contributions from Williamson County and CAMPO. Council had no questions.
• G2 - Change Order with Braun and Butler (Griffith Remodel and Paseo): Corey (staff) presented a deductive change order of $59,852.22 to close out the project, returning unused contractor and owner contingency funds. Councilmember Stevens clarified that this reduces the amount owed, not a cash refund. No other questions.
• G3 - Supplemental Agreement #2 with Parkhill (formerly SRA) for Heritage Trail Project: Rick (staff) presented a $522,133 supplemental agreement for engineering services. The original contract began in 2014 for the Heritage Trail Project, which faced land acquisition and significant TxDOT grant ($6.3 million) submission changes. Over 11.5 years, Parkhill had not requested an increase until now to bring rates to current levels as construction is expected by end of 2026. No questions.
• G4 - Engineering Services with WSP USA for Street Assessment: Staff presented a $158,000 contract with WSP USA to evaluate streets in the Turtle Creek area (Prairie Rock, King Cotton, etc.) experiencing issues from expansive clay soils. About 90% of city streets are in good/satisfactory condition; these are part of the 10% needing special study. Geotechnical borings to 10 feet will assess subgrade soils and recommend pavement and curb/gutter repairs. Mayor Pro-Tem Montgomery asked about traffic disruption; staff confirmed minimal impacts during drilling and coordination with HOA during construction.
• G5, G6, G7 - Pass-Through Agreements with Vista Oaks MUD and Water/Wastewater Service for Williamson County Park: Staff presented three related items. G5: Pass-through agreement for the Gardens at Mayfield (city subdivision) to use Vista Oaks MUD lift station, paying $3.75/month per home for 135 homes (~$6,000/year). G6: Similar agreement for the Southwest Regional Park (Williamson County), with 52 LUEs at the same rate, paid by the county. G7: A 20-year agreement to provide water/wastewater retail service to the county park (potable water for restrooms; irrigation via on-site well). Mayor asked about reuse water; staff confirmed no reuse currently but noted Round Rock is expanding its purple pipe system. Councilmember Flores asked about other cities' reuse systems; staff noted Cedar Park, Georgetown, and San Antonio have systems.
• G8 - Grant Application for 2026 Section 5307 Funds: Staff provided a brief transit update (to be expanded on July 23) and presented the annual formula grant application through FTA via Capital Metro. Councilmember Flores asked for a ridership overview on Thursday; staff confirmed.
• G9 - Fourth Amendment to Interlocal Agreement with Capital Metro: Staff explained the amendment extends the service agreement for two years (through end of current MOD contract) after a significant rate increase last year. This allows time to evaluate the Transportation Master Plan and potentially rebid services. No questions.
• G10 - Memorandum of Understanding with Capital Metro: Staff presented the MOU to maintain the city's status as a direct recipient of federal funds (designated recipient is Capital Metro). This is necessary for continued funding. No questions.
• H1 - Ordinance Designating All-Way Stop at East New Hope Drive and Mayfield Ranch Boulevard: Staff stated that traffic volumes warrant a four-way stop at this intersection. New Hope is a future arterial, Mayfield a high-use residential collector. The city owns most of the intersection except the north leg (beyond city limits, within county/MUD jurisdiction). The county is agreeable to the stop. Councilmember Flores asked about city ownership limits; staff clarified the city owns right-of-way up to approximately IH-175. No other questions.

Key Outcomes

• No formal votes were taken during this packet briefing. All items (G1–G10 and H1) are scheduled for consideration and potential action at the July 23, 2026 City Council meeting. Council members received staff presentations and asked clarifying questions but did not make final decisions.