City Council - 2026-04-09
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Meeting Summary
College Station City Council voted 4-3 to remove the Pebble Creek Parkway extension from the comprehensive plan and thoroughfare plan, ending a 35-year-old proposal to extend the road south through the Pebble Creek neighborhood to connect with future development in Savannah Oaks. The decision followed extensive public testimony from approximately 40 speakers, nearly all opposing the extension, citing safety concerns, neighborhood integrity, and property value impacts. Council also approved a $1.3M contract with Tyler Technologies for enterprise planning software.
Key Decisions (4)
Removal of Pebble Creek Parkway Extension from Comprehensive Plan
Council approved amending the comprehensive plan and thoroughfare plan to remove the future extension of Pebble Creek Parkway between St. Andrews Drive and the future minor arterial to the south, along with associated future bike lanes and sidewalks. The extension had been on the thoroughfare plan since 1991.
Tyler Technologies Enterprise Planning Software Contract
Council approved a contract with Tyler Technologies for enterprise planning and development software in the amount of $1,316,456 for online permitting and internal city department systems.
City Attorney Employment Contract
Council approved a five-year employment contract with Adam Falco for the appointed position of city attorney.
Consent Agenda Items 7.1-7.8
Council approved consent agenda items 7.1 through 7.8 covering routine city business.
Zoning Changes (1)
Pebble Creek Parkway extension corridor between St. Andrews Drive and future minor arterial to south
City-initiated amendment
Development Activity (2)
Savannah Oaks
Approximately 2,500-3,000 single-family homes planned, plus multifamily housing, retail, and senior care facilities. Phase 1 development planned near Highway 6 with commercial uses.
Southern Point
Future residential development referenced in discussions about fire station coverage and trail connectivity.
Market Signals (5)
Housing Demand
Developer Silverfin has Savannah Oaks under contract with plans for 2,500-3,000 single-family homes plus multifamily, indicating strong demand for new housing in south College Station.
Sentiment
Pebble Creek residents expressed strong concerns about property value impacts from increased traffic, with one realtor noting clients are delaying purchase decisions pending this council vote.
Infrastructure
Fire Station 8 was identified as inevitable for south College Station, with estimated cost of $18-20 million for construction plus $2.5 million annual operating costs.
Commercial Demand
Lakeway Drive corridor identified as preferred commercial development route, with both halves of undeveloped Lakeway extension tract reportedly under contract by developers.
Housing Demand
City staff noted 15,000 new residents expected south of Pebble Creek over next 12-15 years based on development projections.