DOWNTOWN SIDEWALKS REVITALIZATION PROJECT PH2 in Italy, TX

The City of Italy is renovating the street frontage along Main St. (Sh 34) at 161 West Main Street, installing new sidewalks and accessible facilities. This project, filed as the Downtown Sidewalks Revitalization Project Ph2, covers 1,000 sq ft of public land in Ellis County. The estimated cost is $102,000, with construction starting in June 2026 and scheduled to finish in September 2026.

Scope and Design

The work involves installing street frontage sidewalks and miscellaneous accessible facilities, including ramps and parking areas. Freeman-Millican, INC. serves as the design firm of record for this renovation/alteration project. Sharlynn L Keys is the registered accessibility specialist overseeing the TABS registration. The project involves public funds and is located on public land, ensuring that the new infrastructure meets specific accessibility standards for the community.

The site is located in Italy, Texas, within ZIP code 76651. Census estimates for this area indicate a population of about 4,071 and a median household income of $69,191. The housing stock is predominantly owner-occupied, with a median owner-occupied home value of $213,900. This project contributes to the accessibility of the downtown area, supporting the local community's infrastructure needs.

Cost and Timeline Context

With an estimated cost of $102,000, this project falls below the county median for similar renovation and alteration filings. The scheduled build window of 107 days is close to the county median of 92 days. The cost per square foot is $102, which is above the county median of $84. These figures place the project within a typical range for public accessibility improvements in Ellis County.

TDLR completed plan review in June 2026, and the project status is listed as Review Complete. The City of Italy has another TDLR-registered project, the Upchurch Ballfields, which was closed with a cost of $130,000. Freeman-Millican, INC. has also worked on other projects, including sidewalk improvements in Glen Rose and Palmer, demonstrating a consistent focus on accessible infrastructure in the region.