very closely with the school district, Dayton ISD, to let them know what’s happening, what we’re seeing so that they can plan forward internally.”The district currently serves 5,663 students across seven schools, and those numbers will climb as subdivisions fill with families. Transportation infrastructure is a unique situation. TxDOT manages most main thoroughfares through the city, operating from an area office in nearby Liberty. The state agency is currently constructing a major railroad overpass that Jarmon believes will significantly address congestion issues. The project, slated for completion by the end of 2027, has been on TxDOT’s books for years and signifies substantial investment in Dayton’s traffic flow. “From a transportation standpoint, from an infrastructure standpoint, it is about maintaining partnerships with all the entities that are involved,” Jarmon explains.“Making sure everybody sees what we’re seeing so that everybody can stay ahead of the curve. Working with all the various entities who have a role to play just so everybody can really stay 29 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 07, ISSUE 01 DAYTON, TX
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