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City Council

Lavon Council Slashes SH 78 Speed Limit And Greenlights $3.4 Million Wastewater Contract

Here’s a recap of the Lavon City Council meeting held May 19, 2026, where city leaders tackled traffic on SH 78, approved a major wastewater construction contract, updated solicitor permit rules, and opened early talks on the next city budget. Residents along major roads, future utility customers, and anyone watching city growth had several items worth noting.

SH 78 Speed Limit Cut Approved

Council approved Ordinance No. 2026-05-03 to lower the speed limit by 5 mph on part of SH 78, from FM 6 to Lake Road, after the latest TxDOT speed study supported the change. City Manager Kim Dobbs said the city had been pushing for speed studies as often as possible in response to resident concerns. For drivers and nearby neighborhoods, the change aimed to address a road many residents use every day.

$3.427 Million Wastewater Lift Station Contract Awarded

Council approved Resolution No. 2026-05-03 awarding the bid for the Lavon East Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 1 Lift Station project. Drake General Contractors, LLC was awarded the job for an amount not to exceed $3,427,000, with completion set for Nov. 30, 2026. The project was one of the bigger confirmed actions of the night as the city continued working on core utility infrastructure tied to growth.

Gas Rate Increase Fight Authorized, Even With No Current Customers

Council approved Resolution No. 2026-05-02 to suspend SiEnergy Gas, LLC’s requested rate increase effective date of June 8, 2026, so cities would have more time to study the request. The resolution also approved cooperation with other cities, outside legal and consulting help, and intervention in the rate case. Dobbs said Lavon currently had no SiEnergy customers, but the action positioned the city to stay involved in the broader utility rate process.

Solicitor Permit Revocation Power Shifted To City Manager