Jarrell plans to create lively downtown

Master plan lays out path for future growth

Ethan Harwell, an engineer with Kimley-Horn, presents the final draft of Jarrell’s Downtown Masterplan to city council on October 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan
Ethan Harwell, an engineer with Kimley-Horn, presents the final draft of Jarrell’s Downtown Masterplan to city council on October 6. Photo by Nalani Nuylan

Jarrell took its first steps toward reshaping its downtown Tuesday, October 6, after city council adopted a master plan that outlines projects, development zones and a long-term vision for the city’s future.

With a buildout of more than 10 years, the Downtown Master Plan was presented by Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. City council first heard the presentation in a joint city council and plan…