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Northlake hopes minor road improvements will quell traffic while waiting on TxDOT
By Micah Pearce at Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper)
· July 15, 2026
· 3 min read
Northlake wants to offer some traffic relief on its east side before school traffic ramps back up.
Town Council unanimously approved $600,000 in construction costs at its June meeting, which will go toward improving Cleveland-Gibbs Road near Westbridge Road.
The approved costs are part of an agre...
Key takeaway Town Council unanimously approved $600,000 in construction costs at its June meeting, which will go toward improving Cleveland-Gibbs Road near Westbridge Road.
Why this matters in Flower Mound News
The town of Northlake's decision to invest $600,000 in improving Cleveland-Gibbs Road near Westbridge Road is a pragmatic move to alleviate traffic congestion on the east side, particularly with the upcoming school year. By partnering with the Canyon Falls residential community developer, the town aims to expedite the project's completion, expected in August. This temporary fix is necessary due to the lagging TxDOT projects in the area, including access roads and bridges. The ultimate goal of expanding Cleveland-Gibbs Road to four lanes will depend on the state's progress. For now, the town's efforts will provide some relief to families commuting to and from school, showcasing Northlake's proactive approach to addressing infrastructure challenges despite the state's delays. The success of this project will be closely watched, as it may set a precedent for future collaborations between the town and local developers to mitigate the effects of TxDOT's slow pace.
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Category: schools ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: Cross Timbers Gazette (local newspaper) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Northlake wants to offer some traffic relief on its east side before school traffic ramps back up.
Town Council unanimously approved $600,000 in construction costs at its June meeting, which will go toward improving Cleveland-Gibbs Road near Westbridge Road.
The approved costs are part of an agre...
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