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Consider approving Resolution No. 2026-081 for a Professional Services Agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for professional engineering services for the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Green Ribbon Program in an amount not to exceed $410,000; and take appropriate action.
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REQUESTOR:
Parks and Recreation Department
BACKGROUND:
Consistent with the City Council’s strategic vision for a welcoming, attractive, and economically vibrant community, the City is advancing improvements along IH-35E to create a strong and recognizable “Gateway to Farmers Branch.” As one of the City’s most visible and heavily traveled corridors, IH-35E provides an important opportunity to establish a positive first impression, reinforce Farmers Branch’s identity, and demonstrate continued investment in the appearance and vitality of the community.
This project leverages Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) funding to enhance one of the City’s prominent corridors while advancing the City’s beautification, gateway, and redevelopment objectives. Improvements along IH-35E will strengthen Farmers Branch's visual identity, enhance the appearance of key entrances into the community, and provide environmental benefits through sustainable, appropriate landscaping.
On December 9, 2025, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-240, authorizing the submission of an application to the Texas Department of Transportation for Green Ribbon Program funding for landscape enhancements within the IH-35E corridor and TxDOT right-of-way located within the City limits.
The proposed project will focus on the IH-35E corridor, specifically at the following intersections:
Valwood Parkway and IH-35E
Valley View Lane and IH-35E – Gateway
Valley View Lane and IH-35E – Interchange
On February 26, 2026, the City received approval from TxDOT for an award of $2,311,100 in Green Ribbon Program funding for landscape enhancements. The funding is limited to planting installa...
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