Read about 3 projects aiming to improve mobility in New Braunfels

Read about three projects looking to improve pedestrian safety and mobility in New Braunfels.

Ongoing

Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization Citywide Pedestrian Improvements, Phase 1

Project: The project looks to increase pedestrian safety and connectivity by fixing gaps in sidewalks at Alves Lane and Brook Avenue, the Christus Santa Rosa Hospital area, Hinman Island Drive and Liberty Avenue, County Line Road and FM 725 and Oak Run Parkway by Hunter’s Village, the email states.

Update: Final design is complete, and construction is anticipated to begin this summer, according to the email.

• Timeline: summer 2026-TBD
• Cost: $2.2 million
• Funding sources: New Braunfels Economic Development Corp., AAMPO

Completed

Lincoln/Garden Pedestrian Improvements Project

Project: The project aims to increase pedestrian connectivity and safety by completing sidewalk gaps and addressing accessibility concerns, city officials said in an email to Community Impact.

Update: The project was completed in January, according to the email.

• Timeline: September 2025-January
• Cost: $715,000
• Funding sources: NBEDC, American Rescue Plan Act Mobility Funds

Divine Way Rehabilitation Project

Project: The roadway’s base material was replaced with asphalt and Americans with Disabilities Act-compliant ramps were reconstructed.

Update: Paving was completed March 24. The project was completed the week of March 30.

• Timeline: Feb. 16-week of March 30
• Cost: $980,000
• Funding source: 2023 bond, Proposition A