City of Converse - Legion Drive Sidewalks Improvements

The City of Converse is upgrading approximately 1,200 yards of sidewalk along Legion Drive, a stretch of road running from South Seguin Road to FM 78 in Bexar County. This new construction project includes the installation of eight new ADA-compliant curb ramps to improve pedestrian access. The work is scheduled to finish in December 2026, with construction beginning in September 2026 following the completion of plan review in August 2026.

Project Scope and Specifications

The filing describes the project as a new construction effort with an estimated cost of $185,000. The total square footage is listed as 3,600 sq ft, resulting in a computed cost of $51 per square foot. The City of Converse is the owner of record, and Ardurra Group Inc is the registered design firm. David M Mcmillan serves as the registered accessibility specialist for this TDLR-registered project.

Context and Comparisons

Compared to 8,314 other new construction filings in Bexar County, this project’s estimated cost is below the county median of $600,000. The scheduled build window of 121 days is shorter than the county median of 208 days. Additionally, the $51 per square foot cost is below the county median of $115 per square foot. The City of Converse has six other TDLR-registered projects totaling $12,531,179, including the Converse City Park and the Converse Municipal Complex & Library. Ardurra Group Inc has worked on six other projects totaling $18,613,688, including the Zazamora Creek Trail in San Antonio.

Local Area Profile

The project is located in ZIP code 78109, which has a population of about 56,372 according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 five-year estimates. The median household income in this area is $87,635, and the median owner-occupied home value is $241,100. Housing in this area is predominantly owner-occupied. The Bexar County unemployment rate was 4.7 percent in July 2026, higher than a year earlier. These figures provide context for the economic environment in which this public infrastructure improvement is taking place.

The TDLR status for this project is Review Complete. The project involves public funds and public land, ensuring that the improvements to Legion Drive sidewalks align with public safety and accessibility standards. The specific focus on ADA-compliant curb ramps highlights the commitment to making the area accessible for all residents and visitors.