Round Rock advances trail connections with master plan and Heritage Trail contract

Round Rock City Council adopted an updated Trails Master Plan on September 10 and approved a construction contract for Heritage Trail East, according to the city’s September 17 update.

The trail segment is planned along the north side of Brushy Creek between Mays Street and Georgetown Street, including connections beneath bridges. The city estimated an 18-month construction period and identified the 2023 voter-approved bond program as its funding source.

The broader plan looks at connections among parks, neighborhoods, schools, businesses and downtown. It also identifies opportunities beyond Brushy Creek, including the northwest part of the city and the Dry Creek and Chandler Creek corridors.

The distinction matters for trail users: adopting a citywide plan does not make every proposed route immediately available. Heritage Trail East has a specific construction commitment, while other connections remain part of the longer-term network.

Residents can follow the city’s trails and bond-program pages for project updates before planning a route around a future segment.

Source: Read the original announcement or official community resource.

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