City Council Meeting | 05-13-26

The City Council of Tyler held a meeting on May 13, 2026, which included several procurement and infrastructure-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a $4,551,200 construction contract awarded to Dixie Overland Construction for the Westside Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1A Secondary Clarifier Rehabilitation Project. The project addresses critical infrastructure needs with a 24-month timeline. Additionally, the council authorized Tyler Water Utilities to apply for a $19 million Texas Water Development Board grant to fund a new elevated storage tank project, which is shovel-ready and aimed at enhancing water distribution capacity. The council also approved waiving permit fees and authorized a right-of-way use agreement with Tyler Hotel Partners LP for improvements related to the new Blackstone Hotel development, supporting downtown economic growth. These actions demonstrate the council's focus on advancing capital improvement projects and leveraging grant opportunities to support city infrastructure.