In November 2022, Kyle voters approved the largest road bond in the city’s history. Proposition A set aside $294 million for major road improvements aimed at easing traffic, improving safety, and supporting Kyle’s rapid growth. Now, three years later, construction is underway, and residents may be wondering: how did we get here?
Kyle has been one of the fastest-growing cities in Texas. From 2010 to 2020, the population grew by over 60 percent. But many of the area’s roads, especially those on the east side that were originally built as rural county roads, weren’t designed to handle the increased traffic volumes. Some of these roads are managed by Hays County or TxDOT, which limits the City’s ability to make improvements. On the roads the City does oversee, residents have consistently identified congestion and poor roadway conditions as top concerns in annual surveys.
These concerns didn’t go unnoticed and in 2013 voters approved a $36 million road bond package. A few years later, it was clear that those earlier road improvements had not kept pace with Kyle’s growth and traffic concerns persisted. In response, city leaders began exploring a larger, more comprehensive bond. Planning for that bond formally began in 2021. The City Council worked with engineers and a public engagement team to identify which roads needed the most help. They studied traffic patterns, safety data, and growth projections. After several public meetings, city staff and consultants proposed eight projects that would improve key east-west and north-south routes within the city’s jurisdiction.
In November 2022, voters approved Proposition A with nearly 65 percent in favor. The strong support reflected broad agreement across the community that Kyle needed long-term transportation solutions. With voter approval in hand, the city got to work turning plans into real projects.
2022 Road Bond Projects
| Project Name | Scope at a Glance | Estimated Construction Start |
|---|---|---|
| Marketplace Ave Extension | Creates a new north–south connection and improves access to retail areas | Completed |
| Bebee Road | Widens major east-side corridor to four lanes for added capacity | Under construction (since late 2025) |
| Kohlers to Seton | Builds new I-35 underpass and east-side connection to Seton Parkway | Under construction (since late 2025) |
| Bunton Creek Road | Widens Bunton Creek to four lanes and improves safety near schools and neighborhoods | Winter 2025/26 |
| Center Street | Rebuilds and widens downtown corridor for safer, smoother travel | Fall 2026 |
| Old Stagecoach Road | Widens roadway and upgrades intersections for safer neighborhood access | Spring 2026 |
| Kyle Pkwy / Lehman Rd Ext | Builds new extensions to improve north–south travel and reduce school traffic | Summer 2026 |
| Windy Hill Road | Widens roadway and adds sidewalks and safety features | Winter 2025/26 |
These projects were selected for their ability to reduce congestion, improve emergency response times, and get Kyle moving. They go far beyond resurfacing or minor upgrades. Several projects involve expanding two-lane rural roads into full corridors, with center turn lanes, sidewalks, bike paths, lighting, and upgraded drainage systems. Others are entirely new roads, representing greenfield construction that creates new east-west and north-south connections. Most include sidewalks, trails, and safer intersections. Five of the eight are on the east side of Kyle, where much of the city’s growth is happening.
Many residents wonder why some existing, heavily congested roads are not being rebuilt first. The reason comes down to readiness. Some projects, like Marketplace Avenue or the west end of Bebee Road, required fewer right of way acquisitions or had simpler utility work, which allowed them to move into construction sooner. Other roads, especially older ones with dense utilities or nearby homes and businesses, need more coordination with property owners, engineers, and partner agencies before work can begin. Starting each project as soon as it is ready keeps the entire program moving instead of waiting for the most complicated roads to clear every step first.
Road construction doesn’t happen all at once. It moves through several key stages, some of which may overlap depending on the project. Stages include preliminary design, final design (PS&E), right-of-way (ROW) acquisition, utility coordination, permitting, bidding and contracting, and finally, construction.
Road Construction Process: From Planning to Pavement
| Stage | Description | Timeframe |
| Preliminary Design | Early layouts and feasibility studies that shape the project’s basic structure. | 3 to 6 months |
| Final Design (PS&E) | Full construction documents and estimates prepared for bidding. | 6 to 12 months |
| Right-of-Way (ROW) | The city purchases land or easements if more space is needed. | A few months to 1+ year |
| Utility Coordination | Water, gas, internet, and electrical lines are moved ahead of construction. | 3 to 6+ months |
| Permitting | Required approvals from agencies like TxDOT or railroad authorities. | 3 to 9 months |
| Bidding and Contracting | Public process to select a contractor for the work. | 2 to 3 months |
| Construction | Physical roadwork begins once a contractor is selected. | 9 to 24 months |
An example of overlapping stages include right-of-way (ROW) acquisition and utility coordination, which often begin while design is still being finalized. So, when a project is listed as in “final design,” it may already be progressing through other stages too.
The first project to cross the finish line was the Marketplace Avenue extension, which opened to traffic in August 2025. Several other projects, including Bebee Road and the Kohlers Crossing to Seton Parkway extension, are now under construction east of the interstate.
Mayor Travis Mitchell said the bond was designed to prepare Kyle for the future. “We absolutely need to build roads, not just any roads, but well-engineered roads, to keep up with Kyle’s growth,” he said.
Not every road in Kyle falls under city control. Some, like FM 150 or portions of Windy Hill, are managed by the state or Hays County. While the city coordinates where possible, the bond projects focus on streets the city owns or can directly improve. At the same time, the Transportation and Public Works Department continues daily repairs, upgrades, and safety work across Kyle. These routine improvements help keep traffic moving while the larger bond projects take shape. Residents can see which roads the city maintains on the street maintenance dashboard.
Curious about what’s next? Updates and maps are available at KyleRoadBonds.com. As more projects break ground in 2026, residents can expect some delays as these new roads are built, but the result will be a safer, better-connected Kyle.
