KILLEEN, Texas (Dec. 12, 2025) – The City of Killeen has officially opened the long-awaited Bunny Trail Road, marking a major milestone in one of the community’s most requested infrastructure improvements.
The project, which began with a groundbreaking ceremony in July 2024 at Haynes Elementary School, was launched in direct response to resident feedback gathered through the City’s Comprehensive Plan, Killeen 2040. Bunny Trail has remained a top priority due to its heavy use, safety concerns and its role as a key connector between Stan Schlueter Loop and Canadian River Loop.
Construction was completed under a $5.8 million contract approved by the Killeen City Council in May 2024 and carried out by RT Schneider Construction. Work included a full roadway replacement, new curb and gutter, sidewalk installation and upgraded drainage at the West Stan Schlueter Loop intersection. Although the project experienced delays caused by supply chain challenges, weather impacts and construction complexities, City officials said the extended timeline ensured quality and long-term durability.
“We appreciate the community’s patience throughout this process,” Mayor Debbie Nash-King said. “This project reflects our commitment to targeted reinvestment in our road network and to following through on the priorities residents identified.”
“The roadway will provide a safer, more reliable corridor for residents, school traffic and surrounding neighborhoods,” City Engineer Andrew Zagars said. “This reconstruction brings Bunny Trail up to modern standards and ensures it can support future growth in southwest Killeen.”
While the roadway is now open to the public, the final project walk-through with the contractor is scheduled for the end of the month. Any remaining punch-list items will be addressed following that inspection including some landscaping that will be worked on through February 2026.
The City provides quarterly updates on major road projects at KilleenTexas.gov/Engineering and will continue to prioritize roadway improvements as part of its long-term infrastructure strategy.
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