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Montgomery Approves Conroe Traffic Plan

**Commissioners Court Approves Downtown Conroe Traffic Overhaul, Greenlights HR Modernization**

**Conroe, TX –** The Montgomery County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, June 11, moved forward with a significant initiative to alleviate traffic congestion in downtown Conroe, particularly around the judicial district, by approving a comprehensive circulation plan. In the same meeting, the court also approved a contract aimed at bolstering the county’s human resources capabilities amid rapid growth.

The downtown Conroe traffic circulation plan, estimated at $200,000, will be funded from the county’s road and bridge fund. Construction is slated to begin later this year, with an anticipated completion in early 2025. The core of the plan involves converting several key thoroughfares to one-way streets to streamline vehicle movement and improve access, especially to the new 9th Court of Appeals building and the historical courthouse complex.

Under the new configuration, Main Street will become one-way northbound, while San Jacinto Street will shift to one-way southbound. Simonton Street is designated to become one-way westbound. Davis Street and Roberson Street will maintain their current two-way traffic patterns.

The need for this overhaul has grown considerably since the 9th Court of Appeals relocated its operations from Beaumont to a new building at 301 N Main Street in Conroe in 2023. This move significantly increased daily traffic volumes of judges, legal professionals, and the public to the downtown area.

County Judge Mark Keough, a vocal proponent of the plan, emphasized the long-term benefits. “Downtown Conroe has experienced immense growth, especially with the addition of the new 9th Court of Appeals building,” Keough stated. “This plan is a proactive step to ensure our judicial district and surrounding businesses remain accessible and efficient for everyone.”

Precinct 1 Commissioner Robert Walker, who has been working closely with the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT) on the project’s development, echoed Keough’s sentiments. Conroe Mayor Pro Tem Harry Hardman also expressed strong support for the initiative, highlighting its importance for the city’s core.

In other key business, the Commissioners Court approved a contract with GovHR USA, a consulting firm specializing in public sector human resources. The contract, valued at $149,500, will see GovHR USA conduct a comprehensive HR assessment, analyze the county’s current compensation and classification structures, and provide assistance with executive searches.

This partnership addresses the county’s increasing need for more robust HR services. Montgomery County has been one of the fastest-growing counties in the nation, leading to a significant expansion of county departments and staff. The need for external support was further amplified by recent staff changes within the HR department.

“As Montgomery County continues to grow at an unprecedented rate, it’s critical that our human resources infrastructure keeps pace,” said a county official familiar with the HR initiative. “This partnership with GovHR USA will ensure we have the best practices in place for attracting, retaining, and developing our county workforce, ultimately benefiting all residents through improved services.”

The HR assessment is expected to provide a roadmap for modernizing the county’s personnel policies and practices, ensuring competitive compensation, and streamlining recruitment processes to better serve the expanding needs of the county government. The meeting was held at the Montgomery County Administration Building in Conroe, Texas.

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