The project is in the early stages of development. The City is identifying the need, defining the project scope, goals, preliminary schedule, and funding sources. During this phase, the City also reviews design options, coordinates with internal departments and external partners, and gathers site information and public input to help guide the project forward.
Capital Improvements Program
The Capital Improvements Program (CIP) manages the planning, design, and construction of major infrastructure projects that support Kyle’s growth and quality of life. These long-term investments include improvements to streets, water and wastewater systems, drainage, and city facilities. The CIP team oversees projects from concept to completion, ensuring they are delivered efficiently, meet community needs, and align with the City Council’s priorities for a safe, sustainable, and connected Kyle.
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Key Terms
Definitions of frequently used project terms.
Project Phases
The project is being developed into detailed plans and drawings. Staff, engineers, architects, and consultants are refining the design, completing technical reviews, and coordinating project requirements. During this phase, the City may obtain permits and acquire right-of-way, easements, or property needed for the project. Bid documents are prepared, the contractor selection process takes place, and the final design package, including plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E), is completed to prepare the project for construction.
The project is actively being built, installed, improved, or implemented. Depending on the project, residents may see visible work on site and temporary impacts such as road closures, while in other cases, work may happen behind the scenes. During this phase, the project undergoes inspections and testing to help ensure quality, proper function, and safety. Project schedules are managed and updated as needed until the work is complete. Punch list items are typically the final tasks completed during this phase.
Once punch list items have been addressed, the project moves into closeout. During this phase, the contractor submits final project documents, including the final payment application, certificate of completion, warranty bond, and redline drawings. The design firm then prepares as-built drawings for the City’s records and GIS system.
At this point, the main project work has been finished, and the improvements are in place or ready for public use. Final administrative steps, such as warranties, record drawings, and contract closeout, may still continue behind the scenes, but the project is considered complete from the public perspective.
Common Project Terms
Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
The City’s long-term plan for major public projects and investments. A CIP can include improvements to streets, parks, drainage, utilities, facilities, and other public infrastructure over multiple years.
A major City-funded project to build, improve, replace, or renovate public infrastructure or facilities.
A legal right to use part of a property for a specific purpose without owning the land outright. For capital projects, easements are often needed for utilities, drainage, access, or temporary construction work.
A description of what the project is intended to do and what work is included. The scope helps define the project’s goals, limits, and expected outcomes.
Short for Plans, Specifications, and Estimates. This is the near-final package of drawings, written requirements, and cost estimates used to prepare a project for bidding.
A list of incomplete, deficient, or corrective items that must be addressed before final project completion.
Right-of-way refers to land or property rights used for public infrastructure, such as a street, trail, utility line, or drainage facility.
Work with utility providers to identify, protect, adjust, and/or relocate utility lines and equipment that may affect the project.
Moving existing utility infrastructure, such as water, wastewater, electric, gas, telecom, or drainage facilities, so a project can be built safely and correctly.
Landowner's Bill of Rights
This Landowner’s Bill of Rights applies to any attempt to condemn your property.
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