20 - Year Growth Plan - City of Kendleton

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City leaders are currently working with the Governor’s Office on potential grants for new infrastructureto support the development spurred by the intermodal facility including new roads, water and wastewater connections.Summary of Findings• PopulationAccording to the Texas Water Development Board, Kendleton, Fort Bend County and the stateof Texas will continue to grow in population over the next 50 years. Most recent projectionsshow a population growth rate of 82% for the state of Texas, 199% for Fort Bend County and257% for the City of Kendleton. The projected population for Kendleton in 50 years, the year2060 is just over 2,000.• Land AvailabilityThere is a large amount of vacant land available for purchase and development throughout thecity. Vacant tracts are also available for redevelopment closer to the Highway 59 and FM 2919intersection. The city of Kendleton has taken an active role in demolishing dilapidatedstructures in highly visible areas preparing the land for new development opportunities. Landsurrounding the CenterPoint Multimodal Center is vacant today; however, many distributorshave purchased property to be within close proximity to the rail station. Given the recentdemand for industrial land and complementary businesses in Kendleton, a Land Use Plan isneeded to help guide the proper use of vacant land. Designations should include land forindustrial uses, housing, commercial uses, preservation of natural resources and a healthybalance of land uses to secure a future tax base for Kendleton.• InfrastructureAs Kendleton continues to grow and attract new businesses and residents, the physicalinfrastructure must be upgraded. In addition to more traditional forms of infrastructure such asstreets, utilities and drainage, Kendleton should also consider non‐traditional forms such astechnology‐based infrastructure, park systems and natural resources. Free wireless internetaccess should be provided to better serve the business community and travelers. Broadbandaccessibility has become an important tool in providing convenience for businesses and tourists.Highway 59 provides the majority of vehicular access to and through the city of Kendleton. TheTexas Department of Transportation is currently working with local leaders exploringmodifications to Highway 59 that could significantly impact Kendleton. Construction of thesemodifications are not funded at this time. However, city leaders must remain actively involvedand prepared for the community impacts to the state highway system.The rail service passing through Kendleton provides international connections from Mexico,including ports along the Gulf of Mexico and the Pacific Ocean, through CenterPoint’s multimodalcenter to the central United States.4
Domestic water supply and waste water treatment capacities may limit the types of newdevelopment in Kendleton. However, the city is aware of these issues and is currently pursuingrelief and financing options.• EducationIn July 2010, the Kendleton school district was annexed into the neighboring Lamar ConsolidatedIndependent School District (LCISD). Students in Kendleton no longer attend a local school andmust travel to Beasley for elementary school or Rosenberg for intermediate and high school. Inorder to accommodate future growth and upgrade existing facilities, a $249 million bondpackage was passed by voters on November 8, 2011. However, the improvements included inthe package were based upon growth projections developed in 2010 ‐ before Kendleton wasincorporated into LCISD. Projected growth within the LCISD was shown east of Kendleton withnew housing developments planned in Rosenberg and Richmond. The next bond package isestimated to go before voters in 2014. It is critical that Kendleton partner with LCISD nowregarding future growth issues of the district and the city.• Tourism PotentialKendleton has a rich history as a rural, predominantly African‐American farming community.There is a tremendous opportunity to build upon this heritage and provide tourismopportunities. Pursuing state historical markers is one way to document historical significanceand become part of a larger tourism effort. In addition, the natural assets available in Kendletonalso provide opportunities for nature tourism including working farms, the San Bernard Riverand existing parks.• Health CareThere are currently no doctors or medical facilities within Kendleton; however, there arenumerous physicians in nearby Richmond and Rosenberg. There are seven providers of morecomprehensive medical care available within a 34 mile radius of Kendleton. The two facilitiesclosest to Kendleton are the Gulf Coast Medical Center located in Wharton, approximately 12miles away; and, the Oak Bend Medical Center located in Richmond, approximately 18 milesaway. Memorial Hermann Hospital and Methodist Hospital both have locations in Sugar Landwhich is approximately 25 miles from Kendleton.• HousingMost of the housing within the city of Kendleton is single‐family dwelling units and show clearsigns of aging and wear. New residential units will be needed in order to accommodate housingof new families moving to the area. In addition, temporary or rental housing will be needed forworkers and permanent employees of the CenterPoint multi‐modal center. Currently,temporary contractors are staying in nearby Richmond and Rosenberg.Appendix A, Page 5
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Page 83: EXECUTIVE SUMMARYBackgroundLocated
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