Brownsville is making a significant investment in neighborhood infrastructure as part of its Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), dedicating millions of dollars to projects that improve residents’ daily lives, including streets, drainage, and alley reconstruction.
City officials presented an update on the CIP during the January 20, 2026, Brownsville City Commission meeting, outlining a historic $215 million investment in public infrastructure and essential services—one of the largest CIP budgets in the city’s history.
A key component of the plan includes alley improvement projects that enhance drainage, improve access for emergency and service vehicles, and improve overall neighborhood conditions. In 2025, the City rebuilt 13 alleys, with nine completed by the Department of Engineering and Public Works. Completing the work in-house resulted in estimated savings of $400,000 for taxpayers.
The momentum continues in 2026, with plans to reconstruct 21 alleys across the city. Of those, 15 will be completed by City crews, generating an additional $300,000 in projected savings while allowing projects to be delivered more efficiently.
City leaders emphasized that using internal resources whenever possible helps maximize taxpayer dollars and allows Brownsville to reinvest savings into additional infrastructure improvements.
The Capital Improvement Plan underscores the City’s commitment to strengthening neighborhoods, maintaining fiscal responsibility, and investing in long-term infrastructure solutions that support Brownsville’s continued growth and quality of life.
