The City Council will review a Professional Services Contract Amendment with Arkitex Studio to adjust grant funding requirements for two Texas Parks and Wildlife Department awards supporting the Texas Independence Park Project.
Opal Goddard
September 12, 20261 min read
The City Council agenda lists a presentation, discussion, and possible action on a Professional Services Contract Amendment with Arkitex Studio.
The amendment modifies existing terms to accommodate updated grant funding requirements.
The contract changes relate to two grants awarded by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
These awards are designated for the Texas Independence Park Project.
Council members will review the proposed amendment during the September 10, 2026 meeting.
A final decision on the contract modification will follow the discussion.
City Council (2026-09-10). Retrieved from https://collegestationtx.portal.civicclerk.com/event/4234
Opal Goddard
Opal Goddard covers College Station city hall, the council, and county government.
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