City Council Meeting for 03/24/2026

The City Council meeting of Greenville, TX, held on March 24, 2026, included several procurement and infrastructure-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the unanimous approval of a contract with Oak Construction for $764,000 to install new rod iron fencing and gates around the north water treatment facility, replacing aging infrastructure. The council also approved a $167,000 change order with AP Gulf States for improvements at a sports park, including landscaping and facility adjustments. Additionally, a furniture purchase for the new sports park recreation center was approved within a $360,000 budget. The council extended a contract with Big City Crush Concrete for milling and overlay services, maintaining original 2022 pricing. A resolution was passed to delay a proposed gas rate increase by Atmas for 45 days to allow further review. The meeting featured a detailed presentation on the Trails and Bikeways Master Plan, funded through a 2023 TA grant, focusing on planning and feasibility studies for expanding Greenville's pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. The plan aims to improve safety, connectivity, and multimodal access, with future phases including public engagement and implementation strategies. No votes were taken on the master plan during this session, but cost estimates for trail feasibility corridors are forthcoming. Public comments addressed park sanitation and safety concerns, including requests for water fountains and portable restrooms at Austin Park.