SUBJECT
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An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the closing, vacating, and abandoning of a 4,460 square foot section of cul-de-sac out of Arthur Miller Court right-of-way, as depicted in the attached survey; providing for the reversion of said property to the original owners, D & J Alexander Investments; reserving a perpetual utility easement to the City of Laredo; and providing for an effective date.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
The item was introduced as a Public Hearing and Introductory ordinance on June 1, 2026 to the City Council.
BACKGROUND
The cul-de-sac was dedicated by plat in document #1487060 and it was required for the turnaround of emergency vehicles. The cul-de-sac will become obsolete upon the approval of D&J Alexander Commercial Phase 15 Garden Homes Plat. The new plat configures the extension of Arthur Miller Court and the cul-de-sac will not utilized.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Efficient Land Use and Orderly Growth
• Efficient use of land and infrastructure
• Coordination between subdivision development and public improvements
• Flexibility in roadway design to support evolving development patterns
Mobility and Transportation Connectivity
• The cul-de-sac was originally intended for emergency vehicle turnaround access
• The roadway extension proposed in the new plat will replace that function
• Traffic flow will not be adversely affected
Infrastructure and Utility Coordination
• Protects continued access to public utilities
• Ensures maintenance and operation of infrastructure
• Prevents disruption of utility services despite the abandonment of public right-of-way.
Support for Continued Development
• Allowing adaptive subdivision design
• Supporting private investment and development
• Encouraging coordinated expansion in developing areas of the city
Summary of alignment: Overall, the ordinance appears consistent with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan because it supports orderly urban development, improved roadway configuration, infrastructure coordination, and efficient land use planning. The action removes obsolete public right-of-way while preserving utility access and accommodating future subdivision development without negatively impacting traffic circulation.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends the approval of this ordinance
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: N/A
Source of Funds: N/A
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Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
None