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Big news for drivers in Brownsville! The massive International Boulevard construction is wrapping up its first phase and will fully reopen next week. This $21 million project means smoother, longer-lasting roads to handle more cars.
At a glance
Declining — being discussed less frequently. 0 mentions in the last 30 days, 2 the 60 before, 1 the 90 before that.
Residents expressed concern that commercial development could lead to higher property tax assessments.
Property owners seeking to develop or sell land for commercial use.
Long-time residents who fear traffic, safety risks, and potential tax increases.
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City of Brownsville, TX - Municipal Government. . Big improvements are coming to Dennet Road! These infrastructure upgrades are designed to improve mobility, enhance safety, and modernize aging underground utilities along the corridor. As work gets u...
Residents consistently rank road repairs as the top priority. The city is currently allocating $50 million in the five-year capital improvement plan to address these needs.
A resident requested more speed bumps on El Paso Road near the high school and park to prevent reckless driving.
City of Brownsville, TX - Municipal Government. . Construction is underway across Brownsville as the Engineering and Public Works Department tackles roadwork, sidewalks, drainage, and landscaping projects to keep the city safe and beautiful. Brownsvi...
City of Brownsville, TX - Municipal Government. . It’s been a big month in Brownsville! In this Mayor’s Monthly Message, Mayor John Cowen highlights major street and drainage improvements, new airport accessibility technology, the opening of the $30 ...
The Texas Department of Transportation is now conducting roadwork on I-69E in Brownsville. The roadway enhancement project will run through August 2026. According to TxDOT, work will impact the northbound and southbound lanes between FM 802...
Residents are worried that new commercial zoning on Lomax Road will bring more traffic and safety issues to their quiet, family-oriented neighborhood.
Home - News Posted on April 21, 2026 The full width of State Highway 4 (International Boulevard) in Brownsville...
Home - News Posted on May 04, 2026 The City of Brownsville Department of Engineering and Public Works is...
Home - News Posted on May 06, 2026 The City of Brownsville Department of Engineering and Public Works (EPW) is...
A full reconstruction is underway on Coffee Rd. to turn the roadway into a safer, more connected urban street with curb and gutter, a new center turn lane to help improve traffic flow, upgraded draina
The City of Brownsville Department of Engineering and Public Works Traffic Division is advising motorists of temporary daytime lane closures on International Boulevard beginning Wednesday, July 15, as
Drivers in Brownsville can expect a smoother ride as the City's Department of Engineering and Public Works completes a mill-and-overlay project at Ridgely Road and Ringgold Road.The street improvement
The City of Brownsville Engineering and Public Works Department’s Streets Division began roadway and concrete improvements today at the intersection of Morrison Road and Pablo Kisel Boulevard.Th
The City of Brownsville's Department of Engineering and Public Works Traffic Department is advising motorists of temporary lane closures on International Boulevard beginning Monday, August 3, through
The City of Brownsville is advising motorists of upcoming roadway improvements on Morrison Road and Pablo Kisel Boulevard that will require temporary street closures.The closures will be in effect fro
The City of Brownsville Department of Engineering and Public Works Traffic Division is advising motorists of upcoming intersection closures along SH 4 (International Boulevard) as the Texas Department
The City of Brownsville Department of Engineering and Public Works Traffic Division is advising motorists of temporary street closures associated with a roadway construction project along SH 4 (Intern
Cameron County is set to benefit from a $192.4 million investment to widen State Highway 4 (Boca Chica Boulevard) between Brownsville and Starbase as part of Texas’ newly approved 10-year transportati
Neighbors and the commissioner are concerned about increased density, traffic, and drainage issues on a small road.
Introduces commercial use to a residential area, raising concerns about traffic and neighborhood character.
Allows for higher-density residential housing in the area.